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An Indiana School System Asks Parents to Pick Up the Summer Sun Meals They Order
Summer can be a real challenge for parents, right? It feels like kids never stop eating! Just yesterday, we were driving back from Florida and decided to treat ourselves with a stop at McDonald's (a rare indulgence at our house). They had this deal—$5 for a meal with a double-patty burger, fries, four chicken nuggets, and a drink. My 11-year-old finished her entire meal. As for me, I only managed to eat half of my burger and a few fries. But wouldn't you know it, about 30 minutes later, she polished off the rest of my meal. And then, less than two hours after she ate, she was already saying she was hungry again!
Catholic Charities given grant to assist Indiana's Immigrants
NORTHERN INDIANA, (WFFT) - Helping families going through the process of immigration in Indiana, the St. Joseph Community Health Foundation gave the Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Fort Wayne - South Bend (CCFWSB) a two-year grant today. The CCFWSB was given the $160,000 grant to help with the expansion...
More Saharan dust is on the way for the US
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — This week, parts of Texas have been dealing with hazy skies due to Saharan dust that was transported across the Atlantic Ocean. Hurricane Beryl continues its march through the Caribbean as a Category 5 storm. Behind this system, another large plume of Saharan dust is being carried through the tropics. Where is […]
Indiana State Fair Announces Final Set of 2024 Free Stage Concerts
Your paid admission into the Indiana State Fair allows you to see some really amazing musicians performing on the Hoosier Lottery Free Stage. The second wave of musical acts was just announced by fair organizers. See them below. Beatles Tributes - Hard Day's Night (2pm) & Live and Let Die...
FSSA halts POWER Account contributions after federal ruling
The Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) will stop enforcing collections of premium-like payments — the agency announced Monday, the same day it was set to restart the program. The action comes after a Thursday ruling from a federal judge striking contributions to POWER Accounts for Indiana’s Medicaid expansion enrollees. “The implications of the decision […] The post FSSA halts POWER Account contributions after federal ruling appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
PathWays for Aging launches for 123,000 eligible senior Hoosiers
The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) on Monday announced its PathWays for Aging program launched for more than 123,000 eligible Hoosiers aged 60 and over. “This is an exciting day for Indiana as we go live with this transformative program,” Indiana Medicaid Director Cora Steinmetz said. “We thank our partners across the state […] The post PathWays for Aging launches for 123,000 eligible senior Hoosiers appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
'Compete, compete, compete at a high level.' Teague looks to keep building Pike in second season
It is probably safe to assume there has not been a high school basketball coach in Indiana with Jeff Teague’s resume. “It’s just us playing around,” Teague said of the podcast, which he started with DJ Wells and Brandon Hendricks in early 2023. “It’s nothing serious but I have a good time doing it. It keeps me busy and something I enjoy doing. We felt like people would like it and felt like they would enjoy the...
Impacts of new Indiana wetlands law on Saint Joseph River and local taxpayers
ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, Ind. -- New development could threaten Hoosier wetlands. A new law that took effect Monday strips protections for Indiana wetlands by loosening regulations and opening up the opportunity for more development. Critics call it a recipe for flooding because these wetlands are natural protections for communities downstream.
51-year-old woman ID’d as victim in crash near Jefferson Pointe
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) – The coroner has identified the victim in Monday’s fatal accident on Jefferson Blvd. 51-year-old Kelly Barnhart, of Fort Wayne, died after crashing around 1:40 a.m. The cause of death is blunt force injury. Barnhart is the 16th motor vehicle fatality in Allen County...
ACPL celebrates 10-year anniversary, expands Maker Labs
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The Allen County Public Library (ACPL) announced it has implemented some changes to programming as it observes the 10th anniversary of Makers Lab. In the spring of 2014, ACPL launched the Makers Lab to assist in providing community members with free STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) programs.
Community comes together to raise funds for injured animal at Black Pine Animal Sanctuary
ALBION, Ind. (WPTA) - A Facebook post raised over $7,000 for an injured Bobcat at Black Pine Animal Sanctuary. The animal sanctuary is the only sanctuary accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries. Animals here are provided refuge after being rescued from unsafe environments and spend the rest of their lives in peace.
Fort Wayne Police unveil newest watercraft unit
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) - Just in time for the fourth of July, the Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD) has revealed its newest device to protect and serve the people of Allen County. The FWPD encourages residents to look out to see the boat unit out cruising the river.
Fort Wayne psychiatrist shares impacts of social media on mental health
SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) – Congress is being asked to put warning labels on social media. Platforms like Facebook and Instagram need to disclose the mental health risks to users under 18, according to the US Surgeon General. The risks run from depression to unregulated nervous systems. Social media...
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