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Cucumbers and other vegetables sold at these Indiana stores recalled for listeria risk
If you recently stocked up on vegetables, some may have a risk of listeria contamination. Here's what you need to know if you shopped in Indiana stores. Cucumbers, other vegetables recalled ...
Anti-abortion group argues that Indiana health department’s abortion records must be public
(INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — In defense of its lawsuit against the state health department, a South Bend-based anti-abortion group doubled down in new court filings that related medical records do not compromise patient privacy and should be made available to the public. The ongoing lawsuit was filed in May by “Voices for Life,” which seeks to […]
How Indiana has voted for president in the past six elections
INDIANAPOLIS — As the presidential race heats up toward Election Day, we're taking a look at how Indiana has voted in the past. Historically, Indiana votes for the Republican candidate in a presidential election, adding 11 electoral votes to the total of whoever claims the Hoosier State. It doesn't...
Award winning film debuting at Indy Short Film Fest
The state of Indiana played a significant role in the making of a highly talked-about short film. The Ice Cream Man tells the story of a popular Jewish ice cream parlor owner who must choose between death and resistance during World War II. The movie has won several awards and is set to debut at the Indy […]
OrthoWorx CEO Named to IBJ’s 250 List for 2nd Consecutive Year
INDIANAPOLIS — Bob Vitoux, president and CEO of OrthoWorx, has been named to the Indianapolis Business Journal’s Indiana 250 list for the second consecutive year. The annual list recognizes the state’s most influential and impactful leaders across business, philanthropy, the arts, government and not-for-profits. “It’s truly an...
Indiana man wanted for kidnapping arrested in western Kentucky
FRANKLIN, Kentucky — An Indiana man wanted for kidnapping was apprehended by officers Tuesday morning in western Kentucky. At about 9 a.m., Kentucky State Police received information that Cody Medsker, 28, of New Castle, Ind., was driving south on I-65 in a 2016 red Chevrolet Silverado in Franklin, Ky, according to a KSP news release.
The first step to equity is getting students to and from a great school
Teachers aren’t supposed to have favorite students, but a few years back, mine was Derrien. I crack a lot of jokes when I teach, and he always kept pace with a witty comeback. He put his wits to use daily in my science class, generating insights that had me learning alongside him. My favorite part, […] The post The first step to equity is getting students to and from a great school appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Indiana Gubernatorial Candidates to take part in live debate
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Three candidates for Indiana’s Gubernatorial race have agreed to take part in a live debate. The Indiana Debate Commission says that republican Mike Braun will join democrat Jennifer McCormick and libertarian Donald Rainwater for a live debate on October 24. The debate will be live-streamed on the Indiana Debate Commission’s website, and […]
Midwest Braces for Extreme Heatwave in Early August
Kansas City, MO – The Midwest is set to experience extreme heat in early August, with temperatures significantly above normal across the region. The US National Weather Service has issued a forecast predicting a widespread heatwave from August 1-7. According to the NWS, this heatwave will encompass much of the Midwest, pushing daytime highs into the upper 90s and low 100s.
Vote now: Who is the Courier & Press preseason high school football Player of the Year?
The high school football season is right around the corner. The Courier & Press sports staff has begun preparations for our preseason coverage. First up was our annual players to watch list and next week team-by-team previews will commence. But who gets the nod for Courier & Press preseason Player of the Year? ...
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