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Fishers awards more neighborhood improvement grants
The City of Fishers recently awarded about $335,000 in new grants to 18 neighborhoods through the city’s Neighborhood Vibrancy Grant Program. About $400,000 in grant funding was awarded earlier in the year to 28 neighborhoods. Applications are now closed for 2024 neighborhood grants. “I am blown away by the...
Central Indiana to Experience Stormy Week with Severe Weather Risk Chance
Indianapolis, IN – Central Indiana is gearing up for a stormy week as weather forecasts predict frequent chances for showers and thunderstorms. After a brief dry spell, residents can expect increased precipitation and fluctuating temperatures. According to the US National Weather Service in Indianapolis, the primary threats include lightning,...
Stevie Sussex had fire at Lincoln Park Speedway; in a burn unit
Sprint Car driver Stevie Sussex had a fire in his vehicle on Friday at Lincoln Park Speedway in Putnamville, Indiana. He was competing during the Indiana Sprint Week. Sussex was competing in the race with Tyler Sturgeon Racing. According to the Lincoln Park Speedway website, this was the USAC Indiana Sprint Week 2024 Opener.
Something new is coming to this year’s Carmel Christkindlmarkt
The Carmel Christkindlmarkt has announced the addition of Wundernacht, a night of Market magic you won’t want to miss. Wundernacht means night of miracles – and this event will be just that. Not only will it be a night of fun, it’s also an opportunity to make a difference. An exclusive, ticketed experience, the event will offer food and drink samples from Market food vendors, unique specialty cocktails served exclusively at the event, photo opportunities, entertainment, and the first chance to shop for merchandise from Market gift huts.
Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation installs “Bison & Calf” sculpture by Dominic Benhura in Central Park
Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation (CCPR) installed a new sculpture in Central Park. The sculpture, titled “Bison & Calf,” was created by artist Dominic Benhura of Zimbabwe. Benhura is an internationally renowned sculptor whose artwork is known for exploring themes of family, the natural environment, and the relationship between them. Another of Benhura’s sculptures, titled “Swing Me Higher, Mama,” was installed in Carmel in 2022, located on the southeast corner of the intersection at Main Street and Veterans Way.
Longtime Tigers track & field coach gets national recognition
Nathan Warnecke is first Hoosier to be named National High School Track & Field Boys Coach of the Year. Winning a state championship gets you noticed, and not just in your home state. The Fishers boys track and field team claimed its first-ever state title in June at Indiana University....
[Video] Ag Express Opens New Facility in Sulphur Springs, Indiana
Ag Express Electronics celebrates their new facilities with a ribbon cutting and open house for their local customers in Sulphur Springs, Indiana. Chief Operating Officer Eric Randolph discusses the facility's advantages over their old locations, how they can better help their clients and customers and the future potential for expansion the new facilities might provide.
Carnival rides, food, drinks, more at SetonFest in Carmel
CARMEL, Ind. (WISH) — St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church is in the middle of its annual SetonFest. Organizers say the festival began back in 1981. It was just a picnic. Since then, it’s grown considerably. The festival now includes live music, carnival rides, and plenty of food and drinks. It also includes fireworks and a […]
Culver’s Opens in Zionsville
Culver’s continues to expand across the country, reaching into the west, south and east – though its heart remains in the Midwest, where it has deep roots and a strong presence. Indiana, for instance, ranks among its top-five states. The recent 978th location is in Zionsville on Michigan Road.
The Feed: New Filipino Lunch Spot, Weekday Breakfast News
Indy fave Che Chori (3124 W. 16th St., 317-737-2012) is ready for prime time. The Argentinian restaurant known for house-made sausages and toasty empanadas will be featured on Food Network series Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, they announced on Instagram. I can confirm that co-owner Marcos Perera-Blasco is a total natural on TV, as we appeared together in a recent segment on Fox 59’s Indy Now. I suspect that after their episode airs on Friday, August 2, at 9 p.m. ET/PT, Che Chori will be way busier—but you can beat the rush by heading to our Global Eats event on Monday, July 29. Marcos will be there with a special sandwich made just for the event, and right now you can enter the code BOGO to get two tickets for the price of one.
New Addition to Norman Funeral Home Nears Completion
A much-anticipated new addition to Norman Funeral Home is near completion. The expansion will increase the square footage of Norman's garage and offer additional space for the business’ prep room area, according to Funeral Director Ashley Norman. The former garage and storage space that stood on the property had...
Market District store opens in Westfield
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Hotel coming to site of old VCSC building
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Plans to tear down the old Vigo County School Corporation building have been announced. The building at Seventh and Wabash has been vacant for several years since it was acquired by Terre Haute’s redevelopment department back in 2021. While the timing of the demolition is unknown, it has been decided that the site will be used to build another hotel. Redevelopment department director Jordan Marvel says Terre Haute hotels are constantly near capacity.
Doctors, public officials at odds over role of Tippecanoe County health officer
LAFAYETTE, Ind. ― Recently resigned Tippecanoe County Health Officer Dr. Greg Loomis' vision for the job is vastly different than the job description and the vision of the current county office holders. This clash in vision and personalities ultimately led to Loomis submitting his second ― and final ― resignation to the county commissioners on July 17. ...
A.J. Foyt deserves spot in NASCAR Hall of Fame
NASCAR columnist Al Pearce is taking two weeks off to tidy up a heart-related issue at MCV/VCU Hospital in Richmond. In his absence, the Rocky Mount Telegram will reprint excerpts from his 2022 book with colleague Mike Hembree titled “50 First Victories: NASCAR Drivers’ Breakthrough Wins.” Today’s features A.J. Foyt. Hear the name “A.J. Foyt” and the first thing you probably jump to are four wins in the Indianapolis 500, victories in long-distance sports car races at LeMans, Sebring and Daytona Beach, a dozen USAC/CART...
Muinzer acquires 2 student housing communities on Grant and South streets
Muinzer, a leading real estate investment firm specializing in student housing, announced its acquisition of Grant Street Station and South Street Station today. The properties, which total 362 beds, are 99% pre-leased for the August 2024 school year, according to a Muinzer press release. This purchase brings the company's total...
Contract details for Colts’ new WR Laquon Treadwell
On Wednesday, the Indianapolis Colts announced that they signed former first-round pick and wide receiver Laquon Treadwell and released wide receiver Xavier White to make room on the roster. Over the Cap now has the contract specifics for Treadwell. If on the roster, Treadwell will earn a base salary of $1.21 million this season. His cap hit will be just below $1 million at $985,000. As expected, none of his contract is guaranteed, so there aren’t any salary cap ramifications if the Colts were to release him. Treadwell was the 23rd selection in the 2016 NFL draft by Minnesota. He appeared in 53...
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