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This morning at approximately 7:07 AM, the Lapel-Stony Creek Township Fire Department (LSCTFT) responded to a report of an outside fire near the intersection of Woodward Street and 9th Street. Upon arrival, units upgraded the incident to an outbuilding fire, prompting automatic aid from the South Madison Fire Territory to assist with the response.
Firefighters found a grain pit under the grain elevators to be on fire. Thanks to the swift and collaborative efforts of the responding teams, the incident was brought under control by approximately 8:59 AM.
Special appreciation is extended to B.L. Brown Construction and Excavation INC. for their timely provision of a vacuum trailer, which played a crucial role in safely removing grain from the pit.
Additional units that were on the scene included the Lapel Police Department and the Madison County Emergency Management & Homeland Security Agency.
Lapel, IN — April 22, 2025 — The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is set to begin a construction and repaving project on State Road 13 (SR 13), starting as early as Monday, April 14. The project includes culvert repair and replacement in several key locations, and may temporarily impact school transportation services.
Construction Timeline & Locations
Beginning Monday, April 14: Work starts just south of the SR 13 and 53rd Street intersection. Thursday, April 24: Culvert repair at Hackberry Lane and SR 13. Monday, April 28 – Tuesday, April 29: Work at the intersection of 300 South and SR 13.
During these repairs, SR 13 will be closed daily from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Impact on Bus Routes
The Transportation Department advises that bus routes, pickup times, or pickup locations may be adjusted during construction. If a significant change is necessary, your bus driver will contact you directly.
Map of Affected Areas
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An interactive map will be available on the school district’s website.
Stay Updated
For real-time updates on this project, visit the INDOT TrafficWise website or call 1-800-261-ROAD (7623).
