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A concerned resident is demanding answers from the Ward County Board about the controversial Ashar Coal Mine slurry and the mysterious deed transfer that left many questions unanswered.

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Resident raises concerns about Ashar Coal Mine slurry and deed transfer; county says agencies are involved
A resident urged commissioners to explain county actions related to the Ashar Coal Mine slurry and asked how a deed transfer took place; county staff said they are coordinating with IDEM, EPA, DNR and the property owner and developing an emergency action plan.
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July 11, 2026 at 12:16 AM
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Warrick County's planning commission has hit pause on regulating data centers after passionate public outcry about safety and environmental impacts.

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Warrick County planning panel tables draft data‑center ordinance, asks staff to draft moratorium
After more than a dozen public commenters raised safety, environmental and economic concerns, the Warrick County Area Planning Commission voted to table its draft data‑center ordinance for four months and asked staff to prepare a moratorium ordinance for the commissioners to consider.
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July 19, 2026 at 8:15 PM
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Warrick County is grappling with a significant cybersecurity breach that has drawn FBI attention, prompting urgent funding requests and the hiring of an IT intern to bolster defenses.

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County administrator reports April cyber breach; council approves deductible appropriation and IT intern hire
County administrator Debbie Bennett Steersman told the council of an April 7 cybersecurity breach under active investigation with FBI involvement and requested a $25,000 appropriation to cover the insurance deductible; the council approved the appropriation and also approved hiring a summer IT intern funded from contract services.
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May 17, 2026 at 2:58 AM
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Warrick County just granted a 10-year extension for a controversial egg-production facility, stirring up concerns from neighbors about regulatory uncertainty and the future of local land use.

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Warrick County BZA approves 10-year window to seek state permit, three years to build for egg‑production special use
After lengthy debate over regulatory uncertainty and neighborhood concerns, the Warrick County Board of Zoning Appeals approved an extension for a confined feeding operation special use tied to state permitting: applicants have 10 years to apply for the IDEM permit and three years after state approval to complete phase one.
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June 27, 2026 at 2:13 PM
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Warrick County's health department faces a daunting new task: verifying the cleanup of over 30 historic meth lab sites, a process that could pose significant risks and challenges.

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Warrick County health department given new duty to verify cleanup of historic meth labs
The Indiana Department of Health sent Warrick County a multi-page list of past meth lab sites and instructed the local health department to verify cleanup; county staff warned the work will be labor intensive and said they will coordinate with the sheriff and consider using licensed contractors and cost-recovery ordinances.
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September 12, 2026 at 2:06 AM
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Warrick County Council faces backlash as $125,000 in opioid settlement funds are approved for contracts, but are they prioritizing recovery or recreational equipment?

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Council reopens opioid settlement funds after public plea over award uses; approves $125,000 in appropriations
Following public comment urging stricter oversight of opioid settlement awards, the Warrick County Council approved $50,000 (unrestricted) and $75,000 (restricted) appropriations to reopen the program for contracts; citizen speaker raised concerns about some awards funding recreational equipment instead of treatment.
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September 4, 2026 at 12:37 AM
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Warrick County is one step closer to a game-changing indoor sports fieldhouse, with a $9.7 million bond proposal just introduced!

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Council introduces $9.7 million TIF-backed bond ordinance for indoor sports fieldhouse
Warrick County commissioners introduced Ordinance 2026-O5 to authorize $9.7 million in taxable economic development revenue bonds for a proposed indoor sports fieldhouse in the Epworth TIF district; introduction passed 5-1 and final authorization is scheduled for next month.
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September 3, 2026 at 3:08 PM
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The intense debate at the BZA meeting revealed deep divisions over setback distances for mining operations, raising questions about safety, enforceability, and community impact.

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Setbacks, road closures and enforceability dominated debate before BZA denial
Board members sparred over whether setback rules should measure from structures or property lines and whether the BZA could enforce conditions like road‑closure bans; counsel cautioned some conditions could be struck down by a judge.
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August 26, 2026 at 5:26 AM
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Warrick County commissioners just approved a staggering $4.6 million in financial disbursements, including a critical emergency claim for the sheriff's office!

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Commissioners approve $4.6 million in accounts payable and other large disbursements
The board approved pay voucher No. 17 for $723,396.79, Security Center draw No. 48 for $162,985.86, and accounts payable claims totaling $4,607,986.56; one uncertified emergency claim of $5,009.18 for the sheriff's office was also approved by consensus.
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August 26, 2026 at 5:14 AM
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In a contentious meeting, the Warrick County Board of Zoning Appeals voted 4-3 to deny a special-use permit for mining, citing concerns over safety and community impact.

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Warrick County BZA denies American Land Holdings' special‑use permit for mining
The Warrick County Board of Zoning Appeals voted 4–3 to deny American Land Holdings' special‑use application (SU‑13) to allow mineral extraction, storage and processing after heated debate over setback distances and enforceability of proposed conditions.
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August 26, 2026 at 5:21 AM
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Warrick County commissioners have approved a phased 20% pay increase for sheriff deputies to boost retention and competitiveness, along with a 5% raise for jailers—what does this mean for local law enforcement?

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Commissioners approve phased pay increases for sheriff deputies, add jailer raises
Warrick County commissioners approved a phased 20% pay increase for sheriff deputies over two years and a 5% pay boost for jailers; the personnel committee reduced bonus levels and clarified how education and military pay differentials apply.
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August 19, 2026 at 4:39 PM
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Warrick County commissioners just approved a staggering $1.7 million in financial items, including a new tractor and vital IT services for the sheriff's office!

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Commissioners approve payroll, accounts payable, contracts and multiple purchases
The board approved payroll voucher No. 15 ($733,936.77), Security Center draw No. 47 ($534,288.08), accounts payable claims ($1,793,142.54), ratified an IT contract, approved phone purchases and several procurement items including a $38,003.85 tractor purchase and audio/visual equipment.
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August 14, 2026 at 9:43 PM
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Warrick County commissioners are pushing for stronger measures to hold subcontractors accountable after concerns over past project conduct!

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Board directs counsel, highway superintendent to finalize bond and road-use terms after concerns about subcontractors
Commissioners asked for stronger enforcement language and a reasonable bond amount in a road-use agreement connected to a Mainstream Fiber project after discussing past subcontractor performance; counsel said breach of contract and fee bond would be the primary remedies and staff will finalize language.
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August 14, 2026 at 9:40 PM
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Resident Jim Shields is demanding transparency from local officials on the Ashar coal-mine slurry, insisting that the answers he seeks have been buried in documents for too long.

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Resident urges commissioners to provide records and answers on Ashar coal-mine slurry
Jim Shields used his public-comment time to press the board for documents and answers about Ashar coal-mine slurry, saying he has sought information since March without success and asking elected officials to retrieve records at the courthouse to provide clarity to the public.
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August 14, 2026 at 9:45 PM
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Warrick County health officials are on the brink of launching innovative health programs for schools, pending a crucial state confirmation about COVID-era grant funds.

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Health officer seeks state determination to use COVID-era grants for community paramedic and school health programs
Warrick County health officials said the state indicated the county likely met COVID-era grant deliverables and staff requested a written determination so funds can be used to launch a community paramedic program and a pre-K school health initiative.
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August 14, 2026 at 9:41 PM
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Warrick County commissioners took a bold step by approving an ordinance that could waive permit fees for Mainstream Fiber’s crucial project, ensuring thousands of homes gain access to high-speed internet!

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Commissioners approve ordinance to allow fee waivers, OK resolution amendment to clear BEAD deadline for Mainstream Fiber
Warrick County commissioners unanimously approved an ordinance giving the board discretion to adjust permit fees and then approved a resolution (with company-name and bond adjustments) to allow Mainstream Fiber’s BEAD subgrantee agreement to proceed before the Aug. 16 deadline.
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August 14, 2026 at 9:39 PM
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Residents are voicing urgent environmental concerns about the Stanley Pit project, questioning if proposed off-site wetland mitigation can truly protect local watersheds.

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Residents press environmental concerns at BZA hearing on Stanley Pit; Peabody outlines mitigation
At the July BZA hearing, residents raised floodplain and wetlands concerns about the Stanley Pit plan; Peabody said DNR approved a floodplain development permit and described project-specific wetland mitigation ratios.
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July 30, 2026 at 9:03 AM
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Residents fear that the Stanley Pit mining proposal could shatter their homes, pollute their wells, and jeopardize their community's future.

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Residents tell BZA mining proposal threatens wells, homes and quality of life
Dozens of residents told the BZA they fear noise, blasting‑related damage, groundwater impacts and loss of property value from the Stanley Pit proposal; speakers urged denial or stronger setbacks.
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July 30, 2026 at 8:48 AM
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Mainstream Fiber Networks warns that new county permit fees could jeopardize a $1.7 million broadband project that promises to boost connectivity in Warrick County!

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Mainstream Fiber says county permit fees threaten $1.7M BEAD broadband project
Mainstream Fiber told Warrick County commissioners a 2024 permit-fee ordinance raises construction costs that make the company unable to accept a $1.7 million BEAD subgrant unless the board waives or amends fees before the state's Aug. 16 deadline.
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July 30, 2026 at 8:55 AM
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Residents are demanding transparency and accountability from county commissioners regarding controversial data-center projects that could impact local jobs and the community.

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Residents press commissioners on data centers, nondisclosure concerns and local impacts
During public comment residents pressed the board for transparency on data-center proposals, asked whether commissioners had signed nondisclosure agreements (they said no), and raised concerns about jobs, environmental and community impacts; commissioners said APC handles zoning recommendations and pledged continued fact-finding.
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July 30, 2026 at 9:00 AM
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The Warrick County Board has hit pause on the controversial Peabody/Stanley Pit mining permit after hours of heated community testimony, leaving residents anxious about the future.

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Warrick County BZA hears hours of testimony on Peabody’s Stanley Pit permit; decision tabled
The Warrick County Board of Zoning Appeals heard multi-hour presentations from Peabody and residents about the Stanley Pit surface-mine special-use permit, then voted to table the application to their Aug. 24 meeting to allow further review and possible conditions.
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July 30, 2026 at 8:47 AM
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Warrick County's health department is on track to meet its budget goals, but uncertainty looms over future HFI funding—what's next for local health services?

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Health director says HFI funding uncertain but 2027 carryover expected
April Hicks told commissioners the health department met state KPIs and expects roughly $428,52235 in HFI funds for 2027, but said the department has not received official notice about longer-term changes to the program despite state discussions.
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July 25, 2026 at 5:49 AM
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Warrick County's coroner is advocating for a full-time position and increased funding to handle a staggering 972 deaths last year, as overdoses and suicides surge—will the commission take action?

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County coroner urges full-time position and bigger toxicology budget after surge in cases
Warrick County Coroner Alyssa Enri told commissioners the office handled 972 deaths last year and is seeing more overdoses and suicides, and she asked to convert the elected coroner position to full-time and increase lab and medical-supply funding to cover pricier toxicology tests.
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July 24, 2026 at 7:26 AM
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Warrick County commissioners have just approved a 3.5% pay increase for county employees, a decision driven by recruitment challenges and rising costs!

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Warrick County approves 3.5% pay increase for county employees
Commissioners voted unanimously to approve a 3.5% across-the-board pay raise for county employees after a budget hearing that weighed departmental requests, recruitment pressures and projected revenue increases; the vote passed 7-0.
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July 22, 2026 at 4:47 AM
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Sheriff Mike Wilder is pushing for a 15% raise for deputies and 10% for other staff to keep pace with competition—will the commissioners support his plea?

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Sheriff asks commissioners for 15% raises for deputies as county budget review continues
Sheriff Mike Wilder asked commissioners to consider a 15% pay increase for deputies and a 10% raise for other sheriff's office staff to remain competitive with nearby agencies; commissioners acknowledged the request but deferred formal action to the personnel committee and budget process.
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July 22, 2026 at 4:49 AM