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Millions of dollars in safety funding approved for nearly 500 schools across Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Secured School Safety Board approved $24 million in safety funding for hundreds of schools across Indiana. The board voted unanimously to split more than $24 million across 499 schools/districts through the Secured School Safety Grant Program, according to the Indiana Department of Homeland Security. Of...
After dogs die in hot box truck, Indiana State Police charge 2 men
CHICAGO CBS) — Thirteen months after nine dogs died in the back of a sweltering box truck, Indiana State Police just announced charges for both the driver and the owner of the truck.It was more than 90 degrees outside in July of last year when 18 dogs were found in the back of a box truck in Lake County. They were being taken from O'Hare International Airport to Michigan, but half of them didn't make it.During the year-long investigation, Indiana State Police got a similar truck and tried to re-create the conditions."At an hour and 55 minutes into the simulation, temperatures inside the truck had already hit 89 degrees. There were tears shed that day as emotions ran strong seeing those dogs suffer," said Sgt. Glen Fifeld of the Indiana State Police. At a news conference on Tuesday, officials said two men, the owner of the truck, 55-year-old Michael McHenry, and the driver, 44-year-old Jessee Urbaszewski, both were charged with 18 counts of neglecting an animal.Each count could earn them one year in jail and a $5,000 fine.
Walmart Enforces New Rules For Shoppers At All Indiana Locations
Walmart stores in Indiana are convenient one-stop shops for residents. However, new policy changes are now in place that may inconvenience shoppers at Walmart stores in the Hoosier state. Walmart Enforces New Rules For Shoppers At All Indiana Locations. Walmart has recently made changes in all Indiana and U.S. locations...
Here’s what Purdue students need to know about November’s election
With November on the horizon, Tippecanoe County residents and Purdue students will be able to vote in the general election. But with 25 different races to watch, including state-wide, local and presidential, and over 50 candidates, it can be intimidating to know who to vote for. Here’s a head start...
Indiana’s ambitious plan to boost apprenticeships ‘will be challenging,’ per new report
(INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — As Hoosier education leaders lean deeper into a statewide model that emphasizes work-based learning, a new report from the Indiana Fiscal Policy Institute cautions that while apprenticeships are widely considered to be a “gold standard” of workforce training, scaling the programs to meet current needs ”will be challenging.” Employer demand for workers continues […]
New State-of-the-Art Indoor Pickleball Courts Coming to Indiana
Pickleball Kingdom, the world's largest indoor pickleball court operator, has announced a significant expansion into Indiana. Pickleball is rapidly becoming one of America's fastest-growing sports, and its popularity continues to surge. Personally, I've never played, having next to no athletic ability. That said, everyone I know who does play absolutely loves it. According to Sports Imports, the game involves using paddles and a perforated plastic ball, blending aspects of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. USA Pickleball notes that the sport was invented in 1965 on Bainbridge Island and is played on a court the same size as a doubles badminton court.
Jackpot for Wednesday worth estimated $20.1M
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Officials say the Hoosier Lotto jackpot has reached $20.1 million for the August 28 drawing. It currently ranks as the largest state lottery jackpot and third-largest jackpot in the United States, behind only Mega Millions and Powerball, which are sold nationwide. The winning Hoosier Lotto numbers for August 24, are: 7-11-12-14-31-42. Players can check […]
Four Tigers Land on IHSVCA Players to Watch List
INDIANAPOLIS – Nine high school volleyball stars from southeastern Indiana have been recognized by the Indiana High School Volleyball Coaches Association. The IHSVCA released Sunday its 2024 Players 2 Watch list. Head coaches are invited to nominate their players to the list of top players across the state. Locally,...
Indiana Among States with the Most Motorcycles in the U.S.
Indiana is now among the Top 15 states in the U.S. with the most registered motorcycles, contributing to the nearly 9 million bikes registered nationwide. Despite the fact that I come from a family of motorcycle riders, I never learned to ride, and I don't own a bike. However, it is something I often think about, so I may end up pulling the trigger sooner or later. Perhaps I'll save it for my midlife crisis down the road? Either way, I think motorcycles are cool, and apparently a lot of other Hoosiers do as well. Indiana is home to some of the most registered motorcycles in the nation, along with a few other fellow Midwestern states.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library keeps growing in Indiana but Marion County lacks full access
In 85 counties in Indiana, all children under age 5 can register to read free books delivered to their home through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. That’s 31 more counties than a year ago. But many children in the state’s most populous county, Marion, are still waiting for an...
Indiana AG calls for property tax relief in next legislative session
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita is encouraging lawmakers to work with his office on property tax-related issues in the upcoming legislative session. According to a statement from Rokita’s office on Monday, Rokita said that Hoosiers from every corner of the state are “calling for property tax relief.” “They cannot be ignored, especially not […]
The Switch Up Election Series — Harris vs. Trump, and what it means for conservatives
Whitley Yates, a proud Republican, is the director of diversity and engagement for the Indiana Republican Party. Yates believes in bringing all voices to the table, and in her role, she launched the Indiana Republican Diversity Leadership Series, a program aiming to attract, train and support conservative minorities throughout the Hoosier State. In this special…
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