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New Study Reveals Indiana Has One of the Best School Systems in America
Choosing the right school for your kiddo is a huge decision for parents. But, what does that even mean - the "right" school? That answer is probably different for every student. So how does a parent - especially parents of youngsters just starting school - make that decision? WalletHub just released a report that might provide some insight to parents.
Police Warn Indiana Parents Against Back-to-School Photo Trend
If you plan on taking photos of your kids on their first day of school, there are some things that you need to know about before you post them on social media. Summer break is nearing its end. It feels like just yesterday, the kiddos were getting out of school and eager to take advantage of summer. In less than a month's time, kids will be returning to school. By now, you might have already started back-to-school shopping for clothes and supplies so the kiddos will be looking sharp on their first day back. Over the past few years, there has been a trend on social media where parents take photos of their kids on the first day of school posing with a sign to celebrate the first day of a new school year. These signs could be revealing more personal information about your child than you realize, and can all be used by predators, scammers, and other people looking to endanger your child, family, or finances.
DEI bullying assumes people didn’t earn their jobs
This commentary originally appeared in the Indiana Capital Chronicle. One of the most disheartening things I saw following the failed attempt to assassinate Donald Trump was a concentrated, days-long social media flogging of a female U.S. Secret Service agent. Social media users clipped shots of her from video, spread them and commented on her hair, […]
Update: Arrests made after police standoff on Ravenswood Drive
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – Two men are now in custody after a police standoff on the 1500 block of Ravenswood Drive in Evansville. Police say Christopher Debose threatened a person with a gun, then got into a truck with another man. Debose was arrested sometime after the incident and prior to the other man leaving […]
Police searching for suspects in Vincennes shooting
VINCENNES, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— Vincennes police are looking for any information on suspects in a Monday shooting. Vincennes Police responded to a call about a shooting at Autumn Ridge Lane and Emison St. at 5:35 p.m. Monday. According to a news release a man in a blue Mazda was shot in the head. He was rushed […]
Driver killed in crash on Waterworks Rd. identified
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - Emergency crews were called to a crash on Waterworks Road Wednesday. It happened around 3:10 p.m. near Highway 41. Deputies tell us it was a one car crash, and the driver was ejected. Waterworks Road was blocked from 41 to LST Drive while crews worked the...
Property Transfers: July 23, 2024
The Estate of Rhonda G. Guy to Robert E. and Theresa A. Henderson Jr. and 461 East Vine Street, Mitchell, IN, 47446, $15,000. Jason M. and Misty R. Fealy and Larry M. Clifford to Levi C. Peacock, 1923 Motocross Road, Mitchell, IN, 47446, $178,000. Buffy and Kevin Mallo to Radius...
EPD: Woman throws drink on gas station clerk while trespassing
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — Evansville Police say a woman got arrested after an incident at a local gas station. Officers were called to investigate a fight at the Circle K on West Columbia Street on Tuesday afternoon. At the scene, police talked to an employee who said Heather McDaniel...
Residents Asked to Take Survey Regarding Owner-Occupied Rehab Program
The City of Lawrenceburg is applying for grant funding through OCRA. (Lawrenceburg, Ind.) - The City of Lawrenceburg is applying for grant funding through the Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) for an Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation program. This program would fund improvements to owner-occupied homes within the city limits. Under...
Vietnam War veteran’s, son’s military careers bonded by Purple Heart
CINCINNATI (WXIX) - Ribbons, pendants, and medals can tell you a lot about a military member’s service, but one medal stands alone to recognize the wounded. The Purple Heart is given to U.S. armed forces who were killed or injured while serving. Among the honors recipients is Army veteran...
Wife arrested after allegedly chasing, shooting at husband spotted with other woman
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - A Louisville woman was arrested Tuesday after police say she was involved with a violent car chase with her husband and another woman. According to arrest documents, 46-year-old Joy Craft is charged with two counts of wanton endangerment. Police say Craft spotted her husband returning home...
Missing 14-year-old found safe
Wilder Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 14-year-old. On Monday, July 22, around 1:35 p.m., Xavier Bruin left his home on his own and is not believed to be in any danger, according to the police department. Bruin was wearing a white t-shirt, white/grey...
WARNING: Produce Recalled From MI, OH, IN Stores Due To Listeria
Making sure we eat enough healthy foods is a top priority for ourselves and our families. And that's why many of us buy plenty of fruits and vegetables. However, Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio are urged to check their refrigerators for produce included in an expanded recall in these states. Produce...
Indiana officials say state finances 'healthy' even as reserves decline
(The Center Square) – Indiana closed its books for the 2024 fiscal year this week, and while the state’s surplus fell by nearly 13% from the previous year, Gov. Eric Holcomb and other officials said the year-end report showed the state’s financial standing remains solid. When the fiscal year ended June 30, Indiana finished with a surplus of $2.55 billion in its coffers. That total was down nearly $375 million from 2023. Operating revenues rose 1.5% from last year to $21.91 billion. ...
Two southern Indiana education centers receive $175K for youth apprenticeship pilot programs
INDIANAPOLIS – Two education training sites in southern Indiana were each awarded $175,000 to launch youth apprenticeship pilots in their local communities. Southern Indiana Education Center in Jasper and Southern Indiana Works in New Albany were among four facilities chosen for the awards. Ascend Indiana, the talent and workforce...
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