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Incoming students arrive at IU dorms
A convoy of cars and moving vans is lined up in front of Read Quad. Anxious parents and students wheel dollies stacked with boxes and suitcases along the crowded sidewalk. Thousands of Indiana University freshmen are arriving in Bloomington to move into the dorms. For freshmen like Bloomington native Gabe...
Homeowner shares concerns after discovering nightmare plant growing under house siding: 'I need major help'
One Indianapolis homeowner recently beseeched the r/gardening subreddit for advice after discovering that their husband had planted a particularly troublesome invasive plant species in their yard. "My husband planted this (without my knowledge) 3-5 years ago. We have a corner that gets no sun and he was struggling to get...
Inside quarterback Sam Ehlinger's 'unique' fight to stay on Colts' 53-man roster
INDIANAPOLIS — Colts quarterback Sam Ehlinger finds himself in an odd spot. Familiar. But a little bit odd, nonetheless. Ehlinger is in a battle for a spot on the 53-man roster, but his primary battle is against the entire Indianapolis roster, rather than any direct competition at the quarterback position. ...
A New Twist In The Future Of Pavement Midget Racing
When Kasey Coler and the Indianapolis Raceway Park staff embarked on a plan to resurrect midget racing at the storied oval, they knew it would be an uphill battle. USAC had long since dropped pavement from the midget schedule and the places where the discipline still had a heartbeat were miles away. Still, they persevered.
Which Hoosiers will be at the Democratic National Convention? Here's Indiana's delegation
Hoosiers didn't have very far to travel to reach the Democratic National Convention, which kicked off Monday in Chicago. By the end of the four-day convention, Indiana's 88 delegates will have helped nominate Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz for Democrats' presidential ticket in the 2024 election. ...
Three Local Leaders Honored At State Leadership Forum
Indianapolis, In. – Last week, Ryan Keller, of Thrive West Central, Diane Powell, regional director of U.S. Senator Todd Youngs Office and Vigo County Commissioner Chris Switzer were honored at the Indiana Leadership Forum in Indianapolis. The Indiana Leadership Forum is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating Indiana’s most talented free enterprise and limited government-minded business and community leaders about government, politics and policy to prepare them for greater civic involvement and leadership roles in their communities. Former Senator Jon Ford, Shelley Klingerman and Randy Gentry Chairman of the Vigo County Republican Party are alumni of the State Leadership Forum.
RECAP: Yolanda Adams Headlines Praise Day At The indiana State Fair
RECAP: Yolanda Adams Headlines Praise Day At The indiana State Fair The final day of the Indiana State Fair was celebrated with resounding joy and spiritual upliftment as it was designated Praise Day. The day was marked by soulful performances from a variety of praise artists who took the stage to share their music and […] The post RECAP: Yolanda Adams Headlines Praise Day At The indiana State Fair appeared first on Praise Indy. The post RECAP: Yolanda Adams Headlines Praise Day At The indiana State Fair appeared first on 106.7 WTLC.
11 fun things to do this week in Greater Lafayette
Mad Mushroom will host a euchre tournament from 7-9 p.m. at 320 W. State St., West Lafayette. This event repeats every Monday. Flourish Studio and Classroom will host an introduction to animation class from 4-5:30 p.m. at 514 N. Main St., Lafayette. Attendees will learn animation basics, digital tools, storyboarding and more. This event is primarily for those aged 11-15. Art supplies will be provided. Registration can be found online at flourishstudioandclassroom.com.
LEAP moratorium extended for a year, community pushback over health officer position
A year after the moratorium was first established to halt the LEAP project, the Tippecanoe County Commissioners voted to extend it Monday morning. The LEAP pipeline is a proposed water pipeline that would pump millions of gallons of water from the Wabash, according to previous Exponent reporting. The moratorium will...
Cheerleader of the Game- NEW in 2024
New this year, the cheer team will host one lucky fan as the "Cheerleader of the game" for every home Purdue Football game (except Nebraska on Sept. 28 due to Homecoming). An official Purdue Cheer uniform + bow (size may not be exact) Time to get ready with the team.
Natural resource: Creek Week in Zionsville celebrates importance of Eagle Creek
Youth in Zionsville were on their last week of summer break Aug. 5 through 11. But those students still dove into education opportunities, taking part in Zionsville Creek Week. Creek Week is Zionsville’s annual celebration of Eagle Creek. Activities include creek cleanups, creek stomps and hands-on educational programs to keep...
Muncie man held on fentanyl-dealing charge after police chase
MUNCIE, Ind. — A Muncie man was arrested Wednesday night on a fentanyl-dealing count after leading authorities on a high-speed chase. Eric Douglas Newton II, 30, was being held without bond Thursday in the Delaware County Jail, preliminarily charged with dealing in a narcotic drug and resisting law enforcement. According to an affidavit, Newton on...
Upland breaks ground on revitalization campaign
UPLAND, Ind. –Governor Eric Holcomb today joined community and academic leaders for a groundbreaking and two ribbon cuttings to launch the largest series of revitalization projects in Upland’s history. Today’s groundbreaking was for a pivotal mile-long pedestrian connection that will link downtown Upland and the business district with...
Lafayette area high school sports to watch (Aug. 19 - 24)
LAFAYETTE — The Lafayette area is in for a busy week of high school sports. The start of high school football kicks off Friday while many soccer and volleyball teams begin their first games of the fall. ...
Runners, soccer players and volleyball among J&C Athlete of the Week nominees
LAFAYETTE — Cross country, high school girls and boys soccer players and volleyball players dominated the local scene as high school sports across the Lafayette area commenced last week. Six students from Harrison, West Lafayette, Rensselaer Central, Lafayette Jeff and North White have been nominated for the Journal & Courier Athlete of the...
Gull denies two motions from defense team in Delphi case
CARROLL COUNTY, Ind. (NETWORK INDIANA) — Special Judge Fran Gull has denied two motions from the defense team representing suspect Richard Allen. The defense team in the Delphi murders case wanted charges dismissed based on what they called exculpatory evidence that would prove Allen’s innocence, but Judge Gull ruled Friday they could not prove that evidence was exculpatory.
Westfield Washington Schools receives construction updates
Progress continues on Westfield Washington Schools’ latest construction projects, part of the district’s “Destination Westfield” long-term strategic plan for expansion to address growth. Jonathan Haggarty, executive vice president of Meyer Najem Construction, provided the board of education with updates on construction projects at the district’s new...
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