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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library keeps growing in Indiana but Marion County lacks full access
In 85 counties in Indiana, all children under age 5 can register to read free books delivered to their home through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. That’s 31 more counties than a year ago. But many children in the state’s most populous county, Marion, are still waiting for an...
Midwest LGBTQ+ photographers and videographers work to preserve LGBTQ+ identities
The morning of March 22, Atlas Photography posted an inquiry on its Facebook searching for “trans Hoosiers” to participate in a photography project in honor of Transgender Day of Visibility. Sam McCollum, a Muncie native, is the trans man behind the page and project. Although McCollum works as...
Do We Really Need Flush Regulations? The Wipe Debate
We’ve got another bathroom bummer on our hands. Clogs, overflows, and floods—what a stinky situation! It’s time for someone to give a courtesy flush or cut down on the paper. Perhaps, the real culprit might be a wipe that’s not flushable. Flushable wipes have become the new sidekick to toilet paper. But here’s the dirty […] The post Do We Really Need Flush Regulations? The Wipe Debate appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
High temps, light winds: Ozone alert for area Monday, Tuesday
Air Quality Action Days are in effect in Southwest Indiana on Monday and Tuesday, according to the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM). IDEM said Monday that ozone levels are expected to be in the "Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups range (Orange)" in Southwest Indiana, specifically naming Evansville, Bedford, Bloomfield, Huntingburg, Mount Vernon, Paoli, Princeton, Rockport, Tell City, Vincennes and "all other cities within the area." ...
Dollar General Literacy Foundation presents youth literacy grants to northeast Indiana
NORTHEAST INDIANA (WFFT) — More than $80,000 in grants will go toward youth literacy in the Hoosier state. The Dollar General Literacy Foundation provided over $4 million in grant funding nationwide to nonprofit organizations, libraries and schools, four of which reside in northeast Indiana. The Foundation awarded two schools...
1966 – White Wins Hoosier Century
State Fair Century winner Don White is interviewed in victory lane by Sid Collins. Indianapolis, Ind. (August 26, 1966) – Don White survived a spinout on lap 99 to win the State Fair Century at the Indiana State Fair on Friday night. White, leading by two-thirds of a lap...
Versatility and accountability put Colts' UDFA Dalton Tucker in position to make roster
Colts’ undrafted rookie Dalton Tucker has not only grabbed the attention of the coaching staff this summer, but Ryan Kelly has taken notice as well. “Tucker did such a great job of being a great, accountable guy in the room,” said Kelly after Sunday’s practice. “He brought some character. Obviously got a little Kentucky twang to him. So he became a fan favorite pretty quickly.”
Ohio State updates its policies after pro-Palestinian protests in the spring
See previous coverage of the protests in the video player above. COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – Ohio State updated its university space standards over the summer after more than 40 people were arrested in protests at the end of spring semester. “The university has updated its University Space Standards with input from students, faculty and staff, […]
Temperatures add to the heat for FWFD responding to house fire Monday
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - High temperatures turned up the difficulty for Fort Wayne Fire Department firefighters responding to a house fire on Orlando Drive Monday night. Two people self-evacuated from the home. Investigators determined the nature of the fire was accidental. Most of the damage to the home was...
Hoosier girls in distress: 2024 report finds uptick in homelessness, mental health issues
The average Hoosier girl encounters more bullying and sexual dating violence than her male peers, meaning her caregivers — from parents and schools up to lawmakers — need to better address mental health access barriers and reduce violence in communities, as shared in a new report from several youth coalitions. In other areas, like academic […]
There's a heat advisory in Indiana today. A heat index of 110 is possible.
A heat advisory has been issued for most of Indiana today, with a heat index up to 110 degrees possible with some cities seeing temperatures as high as 98 degrees. Here's what to know. ...
Indiana AG calls for property tax relief in next legislative session
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita is encouraging lawmakers to work with his office on property tax-related issues in the upcoming legislative session. According to a statement from Rokita’s office on Monday, Rokita said that Hoosiers from every corner of the state are “calling for property tax relief.” “They cannot be ignored, especially not […]
Excessive heat warning issued for entire Chicago area with potential for 115-degree heat index
Northeastern Illinois and Northwest Indiana will see another sweltering day Tuesday, with even warmer temperatures, higher heat indices and an excessive heat warning. Tuesday will also see poor air quality due to elevated levels of ozone, and the chance for severe weather, the NBC 5 Storm Team said. According to...
Grace College Opens Rodeheaver Auditorium For Event Rental
WINONA LAKE — Grace College recently resumed operations of the historic event venue, Rodeheaver Auditorium, 901 Park Ave., Winona Lake. Formerly called Winona Heritage Room, the institution reclaimed the building’s original name, and events at the venue can now be booked through Grace College’s event services. “Grace...
Ohio school boards would have to publicly disclose Pledge of Allegiance policies under new bill
COLUMBUS, Ohio—Ohio K-12 schools would be required to publicly disclose whether they require their students to recite the Pledge of Allegiance under recently introduced Ohio House legislation. Right now, Ohio law requires each local board of education to adopt a policy about whether schoolkids should recite the Pledge of...
Sturgis man killed in motorcycle crash along U.S. 12
STURGIS TWP. — A 32-year-old Sturgis man died following a Monday morning crash, according to a post from the Michigan State Police. Rescue crews responded to the crash on U.S. 12 near Shimmel Road about 7 a.m. Preliminary investigation showed the man was westbound on a motorcycle when he attempted to pass two...
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