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Farmers market coupons offered to low-income Illinois seniors
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) – Farmers market coupon books are now available to low-income, older adults, the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) and of Human Services (IDHS) announced Tuesday. The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program offers access to fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs and honey from local farmers. Each book contains five $10 checks. “The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program helps low-income […]
Illinois Tollway warns of I-PASS text message scam
ILLINOIS (WCIA) — The Illinois Tollway is warning I-PASS customers of a phishing scam being sent out in the form of text messages. The text appears to come from “Illinois toll way” and details a specific toll amount that the customer owes. One Central Illinois resident received the text below, which serves as an example […]
Sheriff: Deceased driver found in semi, no foul play suspected
CLAY COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — A local Sheriff investigated a death Friday after a body was discovered in a semi truck at an area gas station. According to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to the Road Ranger Truck Stop near the intersection of S.R. 59 and S.R. 42 on Friday. Following an […]
Illinois Residents Getting Sick Because of a Dangerous Parasite
If you've been feeling sick over the past couple of months, it may be due to a parasite that typically causes more illnesses in the summer months. According to the Centers for Disease Control, they're investigating an "outbreak linked to a food source" which causes a diarrheal illness reportedly due to a parasite called Cyclospora cayetanensis, or cyclosporiasis.
Volunteers build new fences for local stable
Volunteers visited Koteewi Stable and Trails, managed by Ben’s Ranch Foundation in Noblesville, on June 22 to help build fences. Brose McVey, Ben’s Ranch founder and executive director, said the foundation’s management of the stables creates a platform for teens to work, learn and grow by caring for the horses and facility. They also learn about the business aspects of running a stable.
Linton’s Freedom Festival went off well after rain delay
LINTON, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)– Now to a much anticipated fourth of July event today in Linton. It’s the Linton Freedom Festival Parade. Despite a delay because of this morning’s rain, this afternoon around 120 entries made their way down Main Street and State Road 54. Participants passed out candy and waved at people lining the parade […]
Health Spotlight | Breakthrough treatment makes dad cancer-free
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Hodgkin lymphoma is a cancer of the immune system. It mostly strikes people in the prime of their lives – between 20 and 40 years old – and is usually treated with chemo and radiation. Now, a new treatment is turning the body against the deadly cells – giving more hope to […]
11-year-old boy visiting relatives for Fourth of July struck by stray bullet on Indy's near east side
INDIANAPOLIS — An 11-year-old boy is recovering after being struck by stray gunfire Thursday evening. During an IMPD press briefing regarding a violent 24 hours in Indianapolis, IMPD Chief Chris Bailey made reference to an 11-year-old who was injured when stray gunfire fell from the sky and struck the child.
Frustrated IMPD Chief Addresses Fourth of July Gun Violence
INDIANAPOLIS – The violence needs to stop. That was the message from IMPD Chief Chris Bailey Friday afternoon after there were several shootings in Indianapolis on the 4th of July. “The small number of people that are responsible for violent crime in our community have to do better,” said...
Social media post from Pacers player has fans worried about potential trade
The Indiana Pacers have some trade assets that they can use to upgrade their team. They are in control of all of their first-round picks except for 2026, as well as some young players who are coveted around the league. If they want to make a semi-big move, they have the ammo.
Homelessness increases slightly in Indianapolis, racial disparities persist
An annual census found 1,701 individuals experienced homelessness in Marion County on a single night in January, a five percent increase from last year. The number of unsheltered people dropped five percent, from 357 to 339 people. That’s still about three quarters higher than the number of unsheltered counted in...
College Basketball Fan Favorite Signs NBA Deal
The 2024 NBA fraft is over and now free agency is starting to dry up. A number of undrafted players signed deals ranging from Exhibit 10 to Summer League invites. One popular college basketball player has now signed an Exhibit 10 deal with the Indiana Pacers: Keisei Tominaga (h/t ...
Weekly food giveaway continues at Y&E
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - In Evansville, Young and Established continued its food giveaway for the community. Since December , Young and Established has been doing a weekly food giveaway. They give away food items such as vegetables, meat products, and other healthy food items. The food they give away is...
Bloomington OKs $770K contract with Compass for buildout of Trades District parking garage for ESnet
Due to get started in the third week of September is the construction work to build out 4,059 square feet of office space for Energy Sciences Network (ESnet) on the ground floor of the Trades District parking garage. The space fronts on Rogers Street south of 10th Street. Winning the...
Purdue named No. 1 school in NIL Store
After receiving the most nominations for the NIL Store's first annual awards, Purdue also led the 68-school network with three wins for name, image and likeness (NIL) initiatives. The most comprehensive of them all was School Partner of the Year, recognizing the school that "displayed the highest commitment on behalf...
Silver Alert declared for Kokomo man
INDIANA (WFFT) — A statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a Kokomo man. James Umbarger, 83, was last seen on July 4 at 2 p.m. driving a blue top 2000 Cadillac Deville, Indiana license plate number UWJ534. The white male is 5 feet 10 inches tall, 130 pounds with gray hair and brown eyes.
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