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Errington plans town hall meeting on proposal to change state diploma system
MUNCIE, Ind. — State Rep. Sue Errington has scheduled a town hall meeting for Friday, July 26, on plans by the Indiana Department of Education to restructure Indiana's high school diploma system. The meeting, open to the public, will be 6-8 p.m. at Kennedy Library, 1700 W. McGalliard Road.
Marion County becomes majority non-white
Marion County, Indiana’s most populous county, became majority non-white between 2020 and 2023, according to recently released U.S. Census Bureau data. The consolidated city-county recorded a net loss of about 8,000 residents over that period. It gained about 7,000 Black, 5,000 Hispanic and 3,900 Asian residents but lost nearly...
Sendoff party held for ‘Miss Indiana USA’ ahead of ‘Miss USA’ competition
ELKHART, Ind. (WNDU) - A grand sendoff was held Sunday night for Elkhart County’s very own 2024 Miss Indiana USA Stephanie Sullivan as she leaves for California next week. The party took place at Michael’s Italian Restaurant in Elkhart — a place that Sullivan and her family have frequented for a bite to eat for more than 15 years.
High school football is back! Top 5 Preseason Big Schools and Small Schools Power Rankings
LAFAYETTE — Kickoff to the 2024 football season starts Aug. 23 which means its time to begin the slow build towards another memorable season of Indiana high school sports. With just four weeks until the season, here's a ranking of the top five big and small school teams heading into Week 1. ...
Westfield challenges Duke Energy proposal that would raise electricity rates for consumers
By 2026, some Hamilton County residents could be paying $42 more per month for electricity, according to the City of Westfield. That’s if state regulators allow a proposed rate increase from Duke Energy Indiana. The rate hike would bring in an additional $492 million in annual revenue, according to the company. ...
New science of reading curriculum for IPS elementary schools will stress background knowledge
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.Elementary students in Indianapolis Public Schools will learn English language arts with a new curriculum this coming school year that emphasizes background knowledge and foundational skills.The district is switching to the Amplify Core Knowledge curriculum in time for the state deadline for all schools to adopt reading curriculums based on the science of reading by the 2024-25 school year. The science of reading is a large body of research on how kids learn to read that advocates for...
Wolverine Confidential: Olympics, Big Ten Media Days on the horizon
First-year coach Sherrone Moore and three reps from Michigan football will descend on Indianapolis this week for Big Ten Media Days, expanded to three days this year in Indianapolis to help accommodate the four new schools. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
Rave walks it off for 3-2 win over Indianapolis
PAPILLION - The Omaha Storm Chasers walked it off against the Indianapolis Indians with a 3-2 win Sunday at Werner Park. In the last game of the series, the Indians didn’t waste any time getting on the board as Ji Hwan Bae crushed a solo homer to right field on the first pitch of the game off of Daniel Lynch IV and took the early 1-0 lead. That was all Indy could score as Lynch IV retired the next three batters to get out of the inning.
Community gathers with Ron Gee's family, friends to pay tribute to slain community activist
INDIANAPOLIS — Friends and family of Indianapolis community activist Ron Gee gathered Monday to honor his life and his work. The ceremony was held at the very spot where Gee was murdered four days ago. "Ron Gee was all about spreading love and not hate. Why focus on the...
Assembly Ball tops Men of Mackey in alumni rivalry TBT matchup
In Sunday night TBT action, the two rival fan bases saw their alumni teams go head-to-head inside Indianapolis' Hinkle Fieldhouse. Assembly Ball tops Men of Mackey in alumni rivalry TBT matchup. In Sunday night TBT action, the two rival fan bases saw their alumni teams go head-to-head inside Indianapolis' Hinkle...
IU Indianapolis Parking and Transportation Services is moving
Beginning July 29, in-person transactions provided by IU Indianapolis Parking and Transportation Services will move to Suite 205 of the Campus Center at 420 University Blvd. The new location is in the “Jaguar Junction” section of the Campus Center, alongside the Crimson Card and Support Center in-person support teams, and will allow the department to enhance services and create a more productive and convenient environment.
Iconic Indiana ice cream shop plays starring role in short film
COLUMBUS, Ind. — The Indy Shorts International Film Festival is this week and it includes a world premiere that prominently features a popular Hoosier restaurant. The iconic Columbus, Indiana ice cream shop known for serving up sundaes with a side of historical charm now has a new claim to fame: star of a film.
Trial underway for Indy man accused of killing 6 people
INDIANAPOLIS — Raymond Childs III had taken his father’s car without authorization on a Saturday night, something family members said would never be allowed, and when he returned after midnight, Raymond Childs II promised discipline would be meted out later. T-Ana King, sister to her 17-year-old brother, told jurors in Childs’ murder trial that she […]
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