Auburn

Trial Begins for Auburn Man Charged in Fatal Stabbing of 17-Year-Old Blake Boese

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AUBURN, Ind. — A DeKalb County jury has begun hearing the case against 23-year-old Coltin Drew Herzog, who is charged with the murder of 17-year-old Blake Boese. The incident, which resulted in Boese’s death, occurred on May 23, 2024, at Auburn Crossings, previously known as West Edge Trailer Park. Herzog faces the charge in DeKalb Superior Court II, accused of stabbing Boese in the upper chest in the 1100 block of Irene Street. Jury selection was completed Monday morning, swearing in ten men and four women, with opening statements scheduled for later in the day. … Read more

Auburn Cornfest Set for a Comeback: Local Court Ruling Clears Path for Festival’s Return to Original Venue

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Auburn, MI — The Auburn Cornfest, a cherished local tradition, is on its way to make a triumphant return following a pivotal legal decision. The event had faced an uncertain future after its cancellation in 2023 due to property and financial disputes. However, a recent ruling by Bay County’s 18th Circuit Court Judge Joseph Sheeran has green-lighted the festival’s comeback, which could resume as early as next year at its historic location, Auburn Park. The Auburn Area Chamber of Commerce expressed relief and optimism following the favorable court decision. After a year-long legal wrangle, the … Read more