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Local resident sparks debate about city development after sharing images of home in middle of massive, desolate parking lot: 'This is sad'
"It's like the movie Up except there are no balloons, no adventure, and not even any big buildings." One Redditor recently posted a photo of a house in the middle of a massive parking lot in Indianapolis to the r/UrbanH*** subreddit, prompting a predictably disgusted response from the subreddit's other members.
Happy hour is back in Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — On Monday, happy hour will again be legal in the state of Indiana after nearly 40 years. Happy hour was first banned in 1985 in an effort to curb drunk driving. The effort has proven to be less than effective, according to several studies, including one done by Suffolk University. In March, […]
Indy one of the most polite cities? You betcha!
Ope, lemme just sneak by to let you know Indianapolis has been deemed one of the most polite cities in the Midwest. Driving the news: In an effort to understand the stereotype of the overly polite Midwestern, a Michigan betting site polled 2,000 people from Midwestern states to ask about how polite they perceived people in their cities to be.
Marion County Fair brings line-up of deep-fried food, carnival fun to Indy
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The 94th Annual Marion County Fair is underway at the county fairgrounds, and that means rides, food, water-skiing squirrels, and much more. The fair officially kicked off on Friday, but there will be many chances to catch the action packing the midway until July 7. Highlights of the 2024 Marion County Fair […]
Will it rain July 4 in Indiana? NWS says storms are possible, but it's not all bad news
Rain could put a damper on Fourth of July fireworks Thursday night as thunderstorms creep over Central Indiana this week, but local meteorologists say it's not all bad news. Beginning Wednesday, a cold front will drape itself across the Hoosier state, according to the National Weather Service in Central Indiana, bringing rain and possible thunderstorms to large swaths of the Midwest. Skies Thursday, July 4 will be mostly cloudy around Indianapolis with more rain on the horizon.
‘Smiling faces of all ages’: 94th annual Marion County Fair
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — From free jazz, funnel cakes, and farm animals, there’s a spot for every person at this year’s Marion County Fair. The fair kicked off Friday and will run until July 7. General admission tickets cost $8 and can be purchased online or through the fair’s website. “We have attractions and rides and […]
Everything to know about celebrating the Fourth of July around Indianapolis
The Fourth of July is a time traditionally spent celebrating America's Independence with cookouts, fireworks, parades and concerts. Here's what we know about celebrations happening across the Indianapolis area. Where can I see fireworks around Indianapolis? ...
Thunderstorms roll through central Indiana, numerous power outages reported
INDIANAPOLIS — Thunderstorms rolled through central Indiana late Saturday afternoon. Beginning around 3:30 p.m., thunderstorm warnings were issued throughout the area. Some of the counties affected were Boone, Hendricks, Marion, Montgomery, Putnam, Hancock, Johnson, Shelby, Rush, Henry and Bartholomew. Most of the warnings were called off by 5:30 p.m. National Weather Service projections indicated severe […]
Indiana’s revamped reading law could have big consequences for students from low-income families
Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news.To get students to attend summer school, the staff at Global Preparatory Academy in Indianapolis do whatever it takes: Flyers and messages, conferences, and even stopping parents to talk at pick-up and drop-off.They strongly encourage some students to attend for “more at-bats,” or to practice key reading skills before taking the state’s third grade reading test, known as the IREAD. Others are there to prevent summer learning loss, said Assistant Principal Jessica Pumphrey.Known as Summer Learning Labs, —...
A new Burlington store is coming to downtown Indianapolis
Burlington Stores, a national discount retailer known for carrying major brand names for a fraction of the price, will open a new downtown Indianapolis location this fall. Burlington, formerly known as Burlington Coat Factory, will open in the basement of the Claypool Court building at 110 West Washington Street. The space previously housed the 20,000-square-foot Rhythm! Discovery Center, an interactive drum and percussion museum run by the Percussive Arts Society, which is headquartered in Indianapolis.
“Taste Of The Fair!” Here Are The Featured Foods For This Year’s Indiana State Fair!
INDIANAPOLIS — You will be able to sample some unique dishes and beverages during this year’s Indiana State Fair. The fair has released this year’s list of featured foods and drinks for this year’s “Taste of the Fair!” They include some of the entrees listed below: All-American Mary – Urick Concessions Our All-American Mary is […] The post “Taste Of The Fair!” Here Are The Featured Foods For This Year’s Indiana State Fair! appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Purdue's MMRL Announces New Indianapolis Presence
In an effort to accelerate physical, digital and sustainable manufacturing efforts across Indiana, Purdue University's Manufacturing and Materials Research Laboratories (MMRL) will establish a presence in Indianapolis at 16 Tech Innovation District, the city's destination for innovation and entrepreneurship, deep inside the heart of the Hard-Tech Corridor. MMRL will locate in 16 Tech's Machyne makerspace, the region's leading makerspace for prototyping. Purdue University in Indianapolis, Purdue's new, comprehensive urban campus in Indiana's capital city, officially launched July 1.
Local woman seeks information for Black Women WWII Vets exhibition
Last year on Veteran’s Day, Indianapolis resident Gail Bushrod honored her cousin, Pansye Holland, a Black woman who served in World War Two as part of the Women’s Army Corps. Thinking of how little recognition the 6,500 Black women who served in World War Two received, Bushrod decided...
Secretary of State Diego Morales tours Connecta Corporation
INDIANAPOLIS – Secretary of State Diego Morales toured Connecta Corporation in Indianapolis today. Connecta manufactures specialized precision components and parts worldwide for aerospace, commercial, medical, and electronic applications. The Business Services Division is one of the four divisions under the Indiana Secretary of State’s Office. This visit underscores the...
Column: Happy Independence Day, Waldron
Last week my 10-year-old granddaughter Rose asked me if I remembered when I was 10 years old. I told her I did, and I had many fond memories from my youth. Rose asked, “are any of them true?” She then proceeded to remind me of several stories I had previously shared with her. I was surprised at her ability to recall even the smallest details. I’m going to have to be careful what I say around her.
ASHRAE Closes Out Successful Annual Conference in Indianapolis
ASHRAE has closed out a successful 2024 ASHRAE Annual Conference, held from June 22-26 in Indianapolis. The event gathered 2,040 registered HVAC&R and building science professionals and supporters to discuss key topics such as legislative initiatives, building decarbonization, artificial intelligence and more. Registrants explored more than 80 sessions across eight...
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