housing specifically for older adults is coming to New Albany
A 150-home subdivision called The Courtyards at Haines Creek by Epcon Communities is coming to a nearly 64-acre site in New Albany
the site is located just inside the Franklin County line at the northwest corner of Central College Road and Jug Street Road NW
Crews have started engineering work on the site, New Albany spokesperson Josh Poland wrote in an email to The Dispatch. The subdivision is set to open in the fall, the Epcon Communities' website shows
The neighbor is specifically for adults aged 55 and older and offers ranch homes with first-floor owner suites
The development's website also states residents will have a "low-maintenance lifestyle," as they'll handle all the lawn maintenance
The subdivision will also feature numerous amenities for residents
pickleball and bocce courts and community garden
Prices for the Haines Creek homes are not listed on the development's website
Eastern suburbs reporter Maria DeVito can be reached at mdevito@dispatch.com and @mariadevito13.dispatch.com on Bluesky and @MariaDeVito13 on X
Part of State Route 605 in New Albany will close for the summer as the city builds a roundabout at Market Street and Reynoldsburg-New Albany Road
the road will close between Village Hall Road and Maplewood Cemetery until about Aug
The closure will happen over the summer months to minimize the effect on New Albany-Plain Local Schools
The primary detour for through traffic will be Morse Road to U.S
Local traffic will have access at Fenway Road
The roundabout is part of the Market Street Extension Project
which extends Market Street northeast of the city's Village Center to connect with East Dublin Granville Road and U.S
The project is designed to ease congestion and prepare the eastern suburb for future growth
Construction started in fall 2024 and is expected to wrap up in November
Eastern suburbs reporter Maria DeVito can be reached at mdevito@dispatch.com and @mariadevito13.dispatch.com on Bluesky and @MariaDeVito13 on X
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New Albany's Trey Wentz was the winner in this week's Dispatch Student of the week poll
Wentz secured more than 76% of the votes to top runner-up Alex Kistler of St
Related: New Albany High School student tops Dispatch poll
Here is Wentz's nomination from the school:
"Trey Wentz is a dedicated student-athlete and pitcher for the New Albany baseball team
actively involved in the NA Athletics Life and Leadership Program through Ohio State University
His passion for sports performance led him to complete his Senior Seminar Project at Stabilityes
where he shadowed the owner to learn about strengthening and conditioning techniques after experiencing a baseball injury
he is deeply committed to community service
as a member of the National Honors Society
he and his family have led The Giving Tree
providing winter essentials and holiday gifts to children in inner-city Columbus
he organized a coat drive for his National Honor Society project
collecting over 100 items for students in need
an annual New Albany Community Foundation benefit
and participates in the Thanks4Giving Turkey Trot
he continues to make a meaningful impact on his school and community."
Here is Kistler's nomination from the school:
Francis DeSales High School is proud to nominate senior Alex Kistler for the Dispatch Student of the Week
Alex has been a dedicated member of the school's Marching Band
and has served as the Trumpet section leader for the past two years
He plans to attend the University of Dayton to major in Mechanical Engineering with a concentration in Aerospace Engineering
Francis DeSales High School with Summa Cum Laude honors."
Here's a look at our other nominees and what was said about them:Charbelle Sounouvou
"Charbelle Sounouvou is one of those "quiet soldiers" who is always working hard and creating
Charbelle is a creative individual who is also kind to others and is oftentimes seen helping those around her
She is an advocate for herself and is committed to achieving her best
She currently has a 3.7 GPA and on her way to straight A's this quarter
Here's a look at all our winners this year:Our next Student of the Week poll will go live Monday
J&B Magic Theater is excited to host a special event featuring two unique performers from the Louisville area
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Main streets are some of the best places to explore in America's small towns. Indiana is no exception to this rule. This Midwestern state offers Southern hospitality with Northern ingenuity in its many small town squares and main streets. Here, you can discover Hoosier (a popular nickname for Indiana residents) attractions like an Amish interpretative center
Check out these 12 Indiana towns with unforgettable main streets
Nestled on the Ohio River right across from Louisville
New Albany is a favorite spot to stay for people attending events or visiting Louisville
New Albany is certainly worth exploring as well
especially its deeply historic Main Street
one can see the magnificent Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site
This 1869 mansion is a prime example of Second Empire style
There are many great food and drink options downtown as well
ranging from locally owned Coffee Crossing and Boomtown Kitchen
you can go for a walk on the riverfront on the Ohio River Greenway
which runs for 7 miles to the nearby communities of Clarksville and Jeffersonville
Angola is located in one of Indiana's most beautiful counties: Steuben County
It was founded as the seat of Steuben County in 1838 and was named after Angola
Planning for our future." Visitors can see these words in action just by exploring the main street strip in Angola
visitors can go for a walk through Commons Park
and continue onward to the historic Circle Hill Cemetery
where there are many historic mausoleums of the original town pioneers
visitors can go ice skating at the Thunder Ice Arena
or go shopping for unique antiques at A Wild Hare Antique Mall
Aurora is a Southeastern Indiana town on the shores of the Ohio River
Its name comes from a Latin word meaning dawn
There are beautiful sites to visit on both ends of Aurora's Main Street
On the northern end is the cute George Street Bridge
a red train trestle bridge across Hogan Creek
On the southern end is the Hillforest House Museum
an 1855 Italian Renaissance-style mansion that was owned by major industrialist Thomas Gaff
you can enjoy authentic Mexican food at Alejandra's Authentic Mexican Restaurant or relax with a coffee and a good book at Spire Book & Coffee Co
it was the first city in the world to be lit up by electric lights
Wabash prefers a more laid-back atmosphere within its main street strip that keeps a deep connection to the past
you can enjoy a relaxing trek through the Wabash City Park and see a classic log cabin right at the end of Main Street
Also on Main Street is the Wabash County Museum for both historical exhibits and fun
There are a few boutiques right off Main Street
one historic spot to explore is Paradise Spring Historical Park
where a major treaty was signed between Native American nations and the US government
Located just south of Indianapolis is the cute town of Franklin
Franklin has a reputation for festivals held throughout the year
which makes it a great town to visit no matter the season
These range from artistic events to beer festivals and live shows held on the first Friday of every month
visitors can enjoy a variety of activities and see historic places
These include the 1860s Italianate style Herriott House
a two-story structure known for its highly luxurious front porch
Visitors can see a show at the 1920s Historic Artcraft Theatre
or purchase a picture frame for your treasured memories at Generation Art & Frame
active community that has a proud heritage
It was a major center for German immigration into the United States
this legacy is reflected in the grand Monastery of the Immaculate Conception
its Main Street is a treasure trove in no small part due to its marvelous town square
Centered around the Dubois County Courthouse
For those willing to explore a bit in town
you will find the peaceful Jasper Riverwalk that goes along the Patoka River
walkable town with one of the most interesting histories in Indiana
It was founded in 1814 by a group called the Harmonists
a Christian community aiming to create the perfect society
This community later sold off the land to Robert Owen
who also aimed to create a utopian society
travelers can see the legacy of these communities
a private hedge maze meant to evoke feelings of tranquility
an open-air cathedral that lets in the full light of the sky
enjoy a meal at The Main Café or the Red Geranium Restaurant
The name Albion itself invokes a feeling of history and heritage
as it was a very old name for Great Britain
visitors will enjoy the best of modern food and drink while also seeing history firsthand
One such historic spot is the Old Jail Museum
which was constructed in 1875 and has since been converted into a museum filled with local artifacts of Albion sports teams
There is also a peaceful historic cemetery called Rose Hill Cemetery
If you are looking for a bite to eat or drink
you can get a taste of Great Britain at the Albion Alehouse
or enjoy a coffee at The Fox Den Coffee Shop
Shipshewana is a tiny Indiana community with an unconventional reputation
especially the community's large Amish population
Shipshewana is one of the largest Amish communities in the United States
visitors can learn about Amish and Mennonite lifestyles at the Menno-Hof interpretative center
they can try out home-cooked Amish meals at the Blue Gate Restaurant & Bakery
Those who come to Shipshewana from May to September can experience one of the Midwest's biggest flea markets: the Shipshewana Flea Market
walkers can enjoy gentle rural hikes with the 17-mile-long Pumpkinvine Nature Trail
Corydon is the perfect place for Indiana history buffs to visit
Corydon served as the original state capital from 1816 to 1825
this town is a treasure trove of historic places to see right in its downtown area
at the Corydon Capitol State Historic Site
visitors can explore the original state capital building along with the red brick Governor Hendrick's headquarters
and the site of the only Civil War battle fought in Indiana when Confederate forces raided the area
After a day of learning about Indiana history
you can pick up a good read at the Bookworm bookstore next door to Hendrick's Headquarters or get old-school Americana gifts at the Olde Country Cupboard Primitives
Madison is another historic Indiana town nestled on the Ohio River
It became a major riverboat center in the 1800s
Madison has one of the largest historic districts in the United States
with multiple house museums all within walking distance of Main Street
One such spot is the 1844 Greek Revival Lanier Mansion State Historic Site
This mansion resembles a Greek temple with its Corinthian columns and majestic garden
Another historic structure is the Broadway Fountain
which was made by a French sculptor in 1884 at the height of Madison's riverboat era
try local coffee and find vinyl at Analog Coffee & Records or purchase fine art at the Heirloom Art Studio
Nashville is one of Indiana's best-kept secrets
It is surrounded by the beautiful hills of Brown County
and is a popular destination for hikers or bikers going to the Brown County State Park
It also happens to have one of the cutest Main Streets in all of Indiana
which means you can find a variety of boutique shops on and around Main Street
These include everything from women's clothing at the Foxfire Boutique to Indiana collectibles at the Brown County Old Country Store
an adorable area with all manner of artsy shops such as the Brown County Art Guild
an art gallery featuring local Brown County artists
Downtown can be a very stressful word for some people
one can enjoy a slower pace of life without sacrificing any of the great shops and restaurants one would find in a big city main strip
from seeing local art in Nashville to exploring house museums in Madison to enjoying a delicious Amish meal in Shipshewana
Who needs the big city when you have these unforgettable Indiana Main Streets
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Amgen will invest $900 million to expand its New Albany manufacturing facility and add 350 jobs in what is the largest life sciences and pharmaceutical manufacturing expansion in the history of Ohio
The recently announced expansion will add to the roughly 400 jobs already promised in central Ohio by the biotech company and bring its total local investment to $1.4 billion
The expansion is on track to be completed in 2027 and spans 418,000 square feet
access to skilled talent it can cultivate and strong partnerships make Ohio a continued
Amgen's senior vice president of manufacturing in an interview with The Dispatch
our mission is really to serve patients and our ability to do that is certainly based on our ability to manufacture with excellence and to ensure reliable supply for those patients," Paulino said on April 25
and the Ohio expansion is a key part of that
Amgen, based in Thousand Oaks, California, first broke ground in New Albany in 2021 on a 270,000 square-foot pharmaceutical packaging facility that opened in February 2024
“Ohio has built a strong foundation for economic development
which has led companies like Amgen to see Ohio as a premier destination for growth,” Gov
“We are happy to see Amgen deepen its commitment to our state and look forward to the innovation and economic impact it will drive.”
Trump tariffs and Amgen expansionSpeaking to FOX Business Network's The Claman Countdown over the weekend
Amgen CEO Robert Bradway said the company is less dependent on China than others in its industry because of its domestic manufacturing base
That's notable because President Donald Trump has proposed aggressive tariffs in part to force more companies to do their manufacturing in the United States
tariff on pharmaceutical imports would increase U.S
a report commissioned by the industry's U.S
"We're very focused on expanding the network that we have today in order to keep pace with the growing demand for our medicines," Bradway said
we'll have to wait and see what it is that the administration — what eventually emerges from the administration."
The development announcement is the latest of many for central Ohio and beyond as companies manufacturing drones
build data centers and make microchips settle in the region and invest billions
Anduril, a weapons and drone manufacturer, is also putting $900 million into a facility it's calling Arsenal 1 with a promise of 4,000 jobs for Ohioans in Pickaway County
Amazon announced in December that it would invest $10 billion in Ohio data centers beyond the billions the company has already announced
Also in New Albany is the question-riddled Intel plant construction. The company is in the midst of a $28 billion project to build two microchip manufacturing facilities. The project has been delayed multiple times as the company faces financial challenges
Medical business and health care reporter Samantha Hendrickson can be reached at shendrickson@dispatch.com or @samanthajhendr on X
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New Albany's Jaden Gao was the winner in this week's Dispatch Student of the week poll
Gao secured more than 69% of the votes to top runner-up Daniel Williams of St
Related: New Albany High School student tops Dispatch poll
Here is Williams' nomination from the school:
"St. Francis DeSales High School is proud to nominate senior Daniel Williams as the Dispatch Student of the Week. He was a member of the St. Francis DeSalesa Stallion Football team this past fall and currently participates on the Stallion Track & Field team. Daniel is also involved in media ministry at his church. After graduation, he plans to go into the Computer Science field, with a focus on cybersecurity and/or software engineering."
Our next Student of the Week poll will go live Monday.
Biotech company Amgen announced Friday a $900-million expansion of its New Albany manufacturing facility that will add 350 jobs.
The facility now employs 400 people. Amgen said the expansion will bring its total investment in central Ohio to $1.4 billion.
Workers at the plant assemble and package medicines. The facility opened in February 2024.
“Ohio has built a strong foundation for economic development, which has led companies like Amgen to see Ohio as a premier destination for growth,” Gov. Mike DeWine said in a statement Amgen provided. “We are happy to see Amgen deepen its commitment to our state and look forward to the innovation and economic impact it will drive.”
Robert A. Bradway, Amgen's chairman and chief executive officer, said in a statement that the new investment reinforces the company's ongoing commitment to expanding U.S. manufacturing.
“Ohio offers a supportive business climate, skilled workforce, and strategic location, making it an ideal choice for this next phase of our investment,” Bradway said.
ForecastProposed natural gas power plant could serve data centers in New Albanyby Kate Siefert
Ohio (WSYX) — The city of New Albany said it has been notified about plans for multiple natural gas power projects that would be located within the Licking County portion of the New Albany International Business Park
One is the PowerConneX New Albany Energy Center
The others are the Socrates North and South Power Generation Facility Projects
Natural gas power facilities play a critical role in supplying reliable energy to data centers
large-scale power to support their continuous operations
the proposed PowerConneX New Albany Energy Center facility would be situated on approximately 48.6 acres and have a maximum total generating capacity of up to 120 megawatts
The purpose of the facility is to provide power using natural gas-fired equipment that will serve as a primary source of electricity to a data center on the same site
construction of the New Albany Energy Center is anticipated to begin as early as the fourth quarter of 2025
resulting in commercial operations as early as in the first quarter of 2026
Click here to see an interactive map of the site
PowerConneX will host its second public information meeting at 5 p.m
at the New Albany Primary Schools Cafeteria
The city of New Albany anticipates other corporate partners in the New Albany International Business Park may consider similar options in the future
(Editor's note: This is a developing story and is being updated with additional information as it becomes available)
Intel's promised $28 billion semiconductor project in central Ohio has been delayed again
Intel's first factory will have faced at least five or six years of delays
as it was originally scheduled to begin operating in 2025
Intel's second Ohio factory won't be completed until at least 2031 and will begin running in 2032
The new timeline comes as Intel continues to struggle financially
which was a key factor in the latest delay for the company's Ohio factories
The company was alerting its employees of the delays in a message Friday
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Dispatch Editorial Board: The Intel delay is alarming. Here's why the project means so much.
The changes were made so Intel can align its factory operation with market demand and better "manage our capital responsibly," Naga Chandrasekaran
chief global operations officer and general manager of Intel Foundry Manufacturing wrote in a message to workers
The changes will ensure Intel's Ohio fabs will be finished in a "financially responsible manner that sets up Ohio One for success," Chandrasekaran wrote
"I wanted to be upfront and transparent with you all about our current plan
In no way does this diminish our long-term commitment to Ohio," Chandrasekaran wrote
"(W)e will continue to scale our hiring as we approach our operational dates
and we remain excited about our future here."
Intel's Ohio factories are part of a larger effort to bring semiconductor manufacturing back to the United States
a move that experts and government leaders have said is critical to national security
Mike DeWine called the latest delay a "disappointment" but said Intel continues to "show commitment to the project."
but the performance-based incentives are tied to multiple other benchmarks
we'd like to have the plants open earlier rather than later," Tierney said
"But we have every indication from Intel that they will open these plants in Ohio and that this is part of their long term strategy and on-shoring is part of their long term business plan."
who as the former lieutenant governor worked with DeWine to bring the project to Ohio
said Ohio's chip plants need to become a reality to ensure semiconductors are made in America
Husted said he believes the factories will still happen
"The market and geopolitical events can always impact the timing," Husted said
"But with over $6 billion already invested in this site
the state's private nonprofit development corporation
echoed the confidence from the governor's office that Intel's project would move forward
the state is committed to being a flexible partner with the chipmaker
Making sure Intel's Ohio factories come to fruition is "essential to American national economic security and national defense," Englehart said
"Although Intel’s timeline has moved to address market realities
the commitment to creating at least 3,000 jobs and $20 billion in capital investment while continuing construction of its most advanced chip production fabs on Earth in Ohio remains unchanged," he said
Construction at the factory site will not pause but will continue at a slower pace in the next few years
Intel has the ability to speed up work if demand increases
Intel was set to have has many as 7,000 construction workers on site
While it's unclear what the latest delay means for those potential construction jobs
there's plenty of other work available on other projects in central Ohio right now
executive secretary-treasurer of the Columbus and Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council
Hager said Columbus-area builders remain committed to bringing Intel's factories to fruition
Whenever Intel is "ready to step on the gas," Hager said builders will be ready to ramp up as well
"Delays happen in construction projects," Hager said
"We're going to work with them together on this to make sure we get this done safely
Intel has already started hiring Ohioans and training them at pre-existing company facilities in Arizona
And local colleges and school districts have begun retooling programs and training students to join the workforce the company will need when its factories open
In 2022, Intel said it would give $17.7 million over three years to fund research and training at more than 80 Ohio colleges and universities developing semiconductor education and workforce programs
One Columbus CEO Kenny McDonald told The Dispatch he's not worried about the latest delay and how it could impact such training and research
is part of a "long view" of how the company is helping to reshape central Ohio
He said he hopes local colleges and schools persist in their programs through Intel's delays
"I can't encourage them to stay the course enough," McDonald said
"The reason we've kept our foot on the pedal is we believe this is going to be an incredible opportunity."
The project's initial announcement led to massive upheavals in Licking County with land values skyrocketing around the project site near Johnstown
Leaders in that community also undertook a large planning effort for how Intel would change the area with more residents and businesses
the state invested millions to improve roads in the area to help traffic get to and around the site
The delays are the latest in a long line of issues Intel has faced since it announced in 2022 that it was coming to Ohio
Year over year, Intel's annual revenue was down 2% at the end of 2024
according to the company's financial reports
Intel cut 15,000 jobs — or about 15% of its workforce — as part of a $10 billion global restructuring designed to boost profit and improve efficiency
In December, shareholders filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court in the Northern District of California against 13 current and former Intel executives
accusing them of violating federal law by allowing the company to make misleading financial statements
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger abruptly stepped down Dec. 1. The company named then-Chief Financial Officer David Zinsner and senior executive Michelle Johnston Holthaus as interim co-CEOs
Intel has spent $3.7 billion since it broke ground in September 2022
Construction workers have poured more than 200,000 cubic yards of concrete and more than 20 cranes are currently operating at the factory site
where the basement of at least one fab is already finished
"Projects of this scale and complexity always come with twists and turns along the way," Chandrasekaran wrote
"[B]ut the end state is one we will all be proud of for decades to come."
USA TODAY Ohio Bureau reporter Laura Bischoff contributed to this story
Whether a Columbus man, accused of killing two people and injuring four others in a February mass shooting at a New Albany manufacturing facility
can stand trial will be the subject of a hearing next week in Licking County court
Attorneys for Bruce Reginald Foster III, 28, filed a motion Feb. 11 seeking a mental competency evaluation
and Common Pleas Judge David Branstool ordered a forensic psychological evaluation within 30 days
March 19 to review the completed evaluation
Prosecutors charged Foster with aggravated murder, accusing him of killing 38-year-old Kyle Vaver and injuring five others Feb. 4 inside KDC/ONE, where he had been working
The court set Foster’s bond at $20 million after police arrested him following a 12-hour manhunt
He remained in the Licking County jail as of Wednesday afternoon
A second victim, 30-year-old Shekhar Chapagai
5 at Mount Carmel East Hospital in Columbus from his injuries
Licking County prosecutors say they will ask a grand jury to consider additional charges against Foster
A New Albany police report revealed witnesses reported Foster was acting strangely before authorities allege he fired a handgun inside the facility
Foster used a rideshare after leaving the facility
though the driver was unaware of what happened
Foster was previously hospitalized at least twice over concerns of his mental health
Advocate reporter Josué Perez can be reached at jhperez@newarkadvocate.com
A second victim in the mass shooting Tuesday night at the KDC/ONE manufacturing and warehouse facility in New Albany has died
died at Mount Carmel East Hospital at 8:33 p.m
He was one of five employees transported to area hospitals after an employee at the KDC/ONE
A person who died at the scene had not been identified as of Thursday morning
Officials said that four other people remain hospitalized
No further information on their conditions has been provided
"The conditions of the four remaining individuals remains unknown at this time," a statement from the city of New Albany said
Motive not clear in New Albany mass shootingNew Albany police Chief Gregg Jones said Wednesday afternoon during a press conference that investigators think they are getting closer to understanding a motive for the mass shooting
We're learning more about him and some of his thoughts," Jones said
"Evacuating people didn't know anything about him
I think we're almost there but we don't have one yet."
Jones said investigators have talked with company managers and supervisors as part of their effort to determine a motive
He addressed motive and other details in a press conference held Wednesday afternoon at New Albany City Hall
Police responded within four minutes to the 10:22 p.m
call of a shooting at the KDC/ONE facility located on the 8800 block of Smith's Mill Road off Beech Road SW and just north of Route 161 in the far western Licking County portion of the city
The first New Albany police officer entered the building and city police were quickly joined by the Franklin County and Licking County sheriff's offices
Law enforcement was able to send three teams inside to clear the building
He said there was a lot of machinery inside and it was "very loud" and "there were a lot of nooks and crannies." It took "hours to clear the building," he said
had left the facility aboard a ride share he regularly took to work there and back to his apartment in the Peer on 7th apartments in Columbus' Short North where he was apprehended later Wednesday morning
Police do not believe the ride share driver had anything to do with the incident
"We had just missed him," Jones said of Foster
The teams clearing the building had to enter some areas with security fobs
Once inside they found five people wounded and one fatally shot
Police did not release any further information about the victims at the request of their families
About 150 people were working on that shift
and they were evacuated across the street to another building
Police obtained information to help develop the suspect and asked about a motive
but Tuesday night nobody reported any conflict
Police records do not indicate they had been called out to that building for any reason previously
KDC/ONE has a good network of cameras that were helpful in helping police determine whether the gunman was still in the building or whether he left
"He chose to commit this act of violence at work
not on the share ride driver or a neighbor," Jones said
Through the talent of the collective law enforcement agencies that assisted
a fast picture was developed of where the gunman might be and teams of law enforcement were dispatched to each
Marshal's Service task force had 12-16 officers and helicopters overhead when they went to arrest Foster at the Columbus apartment building
He did not come out and police had to force entry
Foster "resisted commands" about showing his hands and laying down
and a Taser was deployed to take him into custody
Foster was then transported to the New Albany police department for questioning and later taken to the Licking County Sheriff's Office for incarceration at the county jail
"I wouldn't call him fully cooperative," Jones said of the suspect
Franklin County Sheriff Dallas Baldwin praised Jones for his management of the situation
saying his "instant communication made all the difference" and "resulted in a quick apprehension."
"I truly believe more lives were spared," by Foster's quick arrest
"If we had not apprehended this guy as quickly as we did
Police identify Glock handgun usedDaryl McCormick
a special agent with the Bureau of Alcohol
Firearms and Explosives (ATF) said Foster legally purchased the gun in September 2024
according to firearm records obtained through the agency's national tracing center in West Virginia
ATF then contacts the manufacturer and wholesaler to get to the retailer
who must maintain a 4473 transaction record under federal law
The gun was a Glock Model 26 compact 9mm pistol that normally holds nine rounds but could accept a magazine of up to 31 rounds
He did not know how many rounds the gunman had in the weapon at the time of the shooting
The deaths were the first homicide ever in New Albany
Jones said his department has had felonious assaults
a shooting and a stabbing but nothing involved a death or homicide
"...You certainly hope this never happens but it's something all police departments across the US need to prepare for."
New Albany Mayor Sloan Spalding said the tragedy tests the strength of the community
but is confident it is something the city can overcome
More: KDC/ONE shooting is the first homicide in New Albany history
Related: Who is Bruce Reginald Foster III, the KDC/ONE shooting suspect?