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Indiana homebuyers market improved in July with inventory boost, lower mortgage rates
Yulissa Espinoza and her husband lived in their first home, a modest two-bedroom in Lawrence, for less than a year before realizing it was too small to raise the family they hope someday to have. So Espinoza, 24, and her partner, 25-year-old Edwin Betancourt, put their starter home up for sale last month. Now, having lost money on their initial home because of a faulty inspection, they're days away from closing on a second, larger house...
Scents out of Hawkins, Indiana, featured at Bath & Body Works. Here's what they smell like
Thursday, Aug. 22, isn't just Pumpkin Spice Latte release day. Fans of the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana, in the Netflix series "Stranger Things" have been looking forward to another product launch. And today's the day. Bath and Body Works' new Stranger Things Chapter Two collection is out now. While supplies last, customers can find three new fragrances and 15 new limited-edition products including candles, PocketBac hand sanitizers, soaps and wallflowers. ...
Woman Arrested After Indiana Applebee’s ‘All-You-Can-Eat’ Dispute
A dispute over Applebee's "All-You-Can-Eat" deal led to an arrest in Indiana earlier this month, serving as a prime reminder to always read the fine print. I've spent a lot of time at Applebee's over the years, and one of my favorite promotions they offer is their All You Can Eat" Special. The limited-time promotion comes around every so often and features your choice of unlimited boneless wings, riblets, or double crunch shrimp. I've tried all three on separate occasions in the past, but the boneless wings are usually my go-to.
Purdue alum’s unexpected path to Paralympics leadership
Julie Dussliere planned to become a diplomat. She just didn’t expect that it would be as chief of Paralympics for Team USA. As a Purdue swimmer in the 1990s, Julie Dussliere never expected to work in sports after college. Once she finished her bachelor’s degree, Dussliere (BA Russian ’94)...
Prep roundup for Thursday, Aug. 22
On August 22, Eastern's girls golf team secured victory in a triangular meet against Kokomo and Taylor, finishing with a total score of 202. Teagan Bedwell emerged as the medalist, shooting 48 despite previous challenging matches. In boys tennis, Eastern swept Blackford 5-0, and Peru defeated Wabash led by Piercey Dyer's 38. Taylor's boys soccer team dominated North Miami 4-0, with standout performances from Eli O'Neal and a solid defensive effort. In girls soccer, Sheridan and Oak Hill delivered decisive wins, holding Northwestern and Kokomo scoreless.
Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis Presents 2024 Centier Bank Home-A-Rama
September has arrived, and with that comes the 2024 Centier Bank Home-A-Rama home show, which features five luxurious show homes crafted by five of central Indiana’s premier custom home builders. This year’s show will span three weekends: September 12-15, 19-22, and 26-29, with tours taking place between noon and 8:30 p.m.
Downtown Lafayette businesses welcome back Purdue students with 'Destination Downtown'
LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Topping off the first week of classes back for Purdue University students, downtown Lafayette businesses are hoping to give them a warm welcome back to Main Street on Friday evening. Hosted by the Downtown Lafayette Business Owners Association, the event will be 4 to 9 p.m. between Fourth and Ninth streets, which will be closed to vehicle traffic, allowing pedestrians to freely walk about booths hosted by downtown businesses. ...
Colts to launch year two of Girls High School Flag Football League
The Colts created the league in 2023 with eight high school teams from Indianapolis and South Bend, Ind. This year, it will expand to 27 teams with five divisions across the state. The teams will compete in a three-week regular season, beginning with the Indy 1 Division on Aug. 24. All other divisions will begin play on Sept. 7.
Sean Astin was all Hoosier when the DNC delegates delivered for Kamala Harris
There were some familiar faces among the state delegations at the Democratic National Convention Tuesday in Chicago — and we’re not talking about politicians. Actors, filmmakers and musicians could be spotted amongst the delegates as they committed to Vice President Kamala Harris during the ceremonial roll call. Harris had already locked up the...
Indy teens claim Uber driver made insensitive racial comments to them during ride to school
INDIANAPOLIS — A 22-minute Uber ride felt like hours for two brothers. Izayah Gray and Malachi Walker said their dad ordered them an Uber to school in Indianapolis. According to their receipt, the driver picked them up around 9 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20. Shortly after that is when 18-year-old Gray said the racially insensitive comments started.
Warmer today with hazy and sunny skies
Good Thursday! Temperatures this morning are back in the upper 40s to lower 50s with clear skies. Today will be another hazy and sunny day with warmer temperatures. Highs will be in the mid to upper 70s with some locations hitting the 80-degree mark. Winds will be out of the east-southeast at around 5 mph.
Harrison quarterback Lannon Nicoloff and wide receiver Jack Gonzalez work on timing
WEST LAFAYETTE — Practice had been over for 30 minutes, but Harrison junior quarterback Lannon Nicoloff was still on the field, throwing passes and anticipating defenses he expects to face this Friday against West Lafayette. Nicoloff wore a helmet and chest pads during his extra session. ...
Vote for the Journal & Courier Preseason Volleyball Player of the Year
LAFAYETTE — The top J&C girls volleyball players to watch list has been released. Now it's the readers' and fans' turn to cast their votes and crown the 2024 Lafayette Area Preseason Girls Volleyball Player of the Year. ...
Carmel pursuing investment advisor representative
The City of Carmel has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for an investment advisor representative to support its 403(b) deferred compensation plan for employees, former employees, and retirees. The effort is part of the city’s comprehensive review of all financial contracts in support of Mayor Sue Finkam’s commitment to...
Large residential community opens in Carmel next month
Onyx+East, a full-service home builder based in Indianapolis, will deliver the first build phase of Flora in September, furthering its mission of bringing the urban experience to suburban living. The $61 million community in Carmel is its largest to date and will feature 121 homes, including single-family residences, rooftop-deck townhomes,...
9 dogs at risk of euthanasia at Humane Society for Hamilton County due to overcrowding
NOBLESVILLE, Ind. — When 5-year old Luciano, a white-and-black terrier-pit bull mix, walked into the conference room of the Humane Society for Hamilton County, he immediately sat in a chair. That was one of the many tricks he's been trained to do before he was surrendered. "We have already...
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