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Oblong Set to Host Solar Q and A
(Oblong) – The Village of Oblong has organized an event for those interested in learning more about solar energy. Oblong Mayor, Teresa Fielder, is reminding the public about an upcoming “Q and A” with a representative of Prolux Energy about the switch to solar. Fielder says to slow down door-to-door soliciting, Prolux Energy has agreed to hold the question and answer time for all residents who may be interested in solar panels, or just wish to more fully understand the process. This meeting is open to everyone. Fielder also reminds the public that the Village of Oblong is only hosting this meeting and is neither endorsing nor opposing the use of solar panels. The open house style Q and A will be held Friday, July 26th from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Oblong Village Hall.
Staggering IRS Data Shows 262,000 People Fled Illinois in 1 Year
I'm no math genius, but this is a stunning number of people who said goodbye to Illinois in just one calendar year. New data just shared by the IRS reveals more than a quarter million residents left the Land of Lincoln recently. I saw this story today by Wirepoint which...
Babies R Us will open 11 Illinois stores, including one in Springfield
Kohl’s department store in Springfield will be one of the retail chain's 11 locations in Illinois to add a Babies 'R' Us franchise. Kohl's recently announced that the first Babies 'R' Us shops will open next month and will continue opening through the fall. The 11 Illinois store openings are part of a campaign to add Babies 'R' Us franchises to 200 Kohl’s locations nationwide.
Plans Revealed For Monon South Trail
The Monon South Trail is underway with Phase 1. This includes construction schedules, design standards, and interpretive programs. The ribbon cutting for the project was held Tuesday, July 16, at Borden Community Park, as a crowd of about 100 looked on. There was a Community Upgrade Meeting here in Salem...
Indiana Attorney General candidates present platforms before November election
INDIANAPOLIS — The candidates are set for Indiana’s attorney general race this November. During their respective party conventions, Republicans selected Todd Rokita, the incumbent attorney general, to represent the Republican Party in November, while Destiny Wells, an attorney and combat veteran, was chosen by Democrats as their candidate. Take a look below at the platforms […]
Indiana Man Apprehended Following High-Speed Chase Through Construction Zone
On Friday night, a man from Indiana was caught after a high-speed pursuit in DeKalb and Noble counties, which resulted in a patrol car crash and several felony charges. At around 9:30 p.m., Dusty E. Dawkins, 43, was pursued by the Indiana State Police after allegedly driving without tail lights. The chase started when a trooper tried to stop him on SR327 near Warfield Street in Garrett. Dawkins chose to ignore the trooper, sped off south on SR327, and disregarded the “road closed” sign on CR56 due to ongoing construction.
Purdue, INDOT want your thoughts on U.S 231 EV charging testbed
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) — Researchers at Purdue University want your thoughts on the recent electric vehicle charging testbed on U.S. 231. As we've reported, Purdue and the Indiana Department of Transportation recently installed wireless EV charges beneath the pavement of a small section of the highway to test technology that could wirelessly recharge cars as they drive.
Indiana Arts Commission Announces New Team Members, Staffing Changes
Indiana Arts Commission Announces New Team Members, Staffing Changes. (INDIANAPOLIS) The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) has added several key staff members, with an additional staff member stepping into a new role. Lydia Campbell-Maher joined the IAC in February as the Communities Services Manager. In this newly created role, she works...
‘All INdiana Politics’ | July 21, 2024
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — On Sunday’s edition of “All INdiana Politics,” former President Donald Trump accepted the GOP presidential nomination on Thursday at the Republican National Convention. News 8’s Garrett Bergquist talked with Steven Walker, a political science professor at Indiana University. Walker discussed the election, voters, partisan identity, and more. Later in the show, Bergquist brought […]
Indiana Attorney General Leads 17-State Coalition Defending Ex-Brownsburg Teacher's Religious Rights Against Pronoun Policy
Attorney General Todd Rokita is forging an alliance with counterparts in 17 states, taking a stance on what he views as the protection of religious liberty in the workplace. The case centers around John Kluge, a former Brownsburg High School teacher whose resignation was prompted by the school's demand he adhere to using the preferred pronouns of transgender students, a requirement conflicting with his personal beliefs. According to an official report from the State of Indiana, Rokita and the other attorneys general are urging the 7th Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals to overrule a lower court's decision which held that accommodating Kluge's religious convictions posed an "undue hardship" for the school.
NASCAR makes late Brickyard 400 broadcast change, moved off NBC
UPDATE: The race has been moved back to NBC. Due to an NBC News Special Report after the announcement that Joe Biden is dropping out of the 2024 presidential race, Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race has been moved from NBC to USA Network. Sunday's Brickyard 400 is set to be...
Strong second place at Indy keeps Reddick in the title hunt
Tyler Reddick was content to walk away from Indianapolis Motor Speedway with a solid points day after finishing second in the Brickyard 400. “Me and Kyle (Larson) were the first few cars on that alternate strategy,” Reddick said. “We had that issue on pit road. I think he had some issue on pit road as well that put him back there. We just didn’t have anything to lose. A great effort by all of us; the car went through the field. Unfortunately, when Kyle got to me and passed me like he did, I wasn’t expecting it. It was really creative, and he continued to catch the rest of the field and pass cars.
2024 Big Ten Media Days: Storylines to watch in Indianapolis
As the Big Ten ushers in a new era in 2024, the conference’s Media Days also look a bit different. A two-day event is moving to three at Indianapolis’ Lucas Oil Stadium with four new teams – Oregon, UCLA, USC and Washington – joining the party.
Sam Mayer Frustrated Over Indianapolis Crash Chaos in Pennzoil 250
Sam Mayer Frustrated Over Indianapolis Crash: Sam Mayer‘s frustration was evident after an early crash with A.J. Allmendinger in the Indianapolis race resulted in a 12-car pileup. The notorious third turn once again showed its danger, halting Mayer’s race at the outset. His letdown highlights broader concerns regarding driver respect and track safety in NASCAR. After the race, Mayer voiced dissatisfaction with the disorderly dynamics and hinted at taking a more assertive approach. This event not only affects Mayer’s playoff hopes but also shines a light on the unpredictability and hazards inherent in the sport.
Indy Chamber Works to Attract More Young Workers to Indianapolis
The Indy Chamber recently hosted an event that worked to attract and retain young Indianapolis workers. The Fast Forward event partnered with the Indy Chamber, Lumina Foundation, and Pacers Sports and Entertainment. Joe Pellman, the Executive Director of Regional Image Marketing for the Indy Chamber, says the event was aimed at interns and early-career professionals. Pellman wants the event to be a tool to help Indiana grow and retain workers in its talent pipeline.
Bloomington to Undergo Extensive Gas Line Upgrades, CenterPoint Energy Announces Schedule and Impact on Residents
Residents of Bloomington west of I-35W should brace for a summer filled with infrastructure upgrades as CenterPoint Energy sets its plans into motion to replace natural gas lines throughout the neighborhood. According to an update published by CenterPoint Energy, these modernization efforts will involve the installation of new, corrosion-resistant pipes designed to maintain safe and dependable gas service for the community.
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