In a shocking turn of events, the Elkhart County Council has been exposed for its corrupt dealings in the construction of a county line road. The road, a mile and a half stretch running north and south between St. Joseph and Elkhart counties, was supposed to be a vital link between the Ear trail and the Lincolnway highway. But instead of serving the public interest, it has become a symbol of the council’s self-serving greed.
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Key Facts
- State: Indiana
- Category: Public Corruption
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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