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Farm groups and legislators poised to work on high farmland property taxes in 2025
Every year, farmers like Terry Hayhurst of Terre Haute contend with operating costs and fluctuations in prices for what they grow. “Beans are down roughly about 25 percent what they were last year, and corn is down closer to 40 percent less than what it was last year,” he said. “So those two things are kind of going against one another. Even though our profitability is extremely limited, our expenses from property taxes continue to go up.”
So. Indiana Area McDonald’s Restaurants Support Local Schools with “Fries for School Supplies” Fundraiser
Who knew that indulging in a delicious order of McDonald’s fries could make such a big difference in our community? From August 26th to 30th, local McDonald’s owner-operators are turning their fry boxes into tools for change with the "Fries for School Supplies" fundraiser. During these five days, 10% of all à la carte fry sales will be donated directly to local schools.
Indiana State Fair reports increased attendance in 2024, record sales for vendors
Despite the at-times sweltering summer heat, the Indiana State Fair saw a slight uptick in attendance this summer compared to 2023. More than 854,000 people attended the fair this year, up from 840,414 last year, according to data provided by the State Fair. (The attendance record was set in 2013, when 978,296 people...
Oliver Anthony Goes Off-Roading in Indiana Before Concert
Country/folk singer-songwriter Oliver Anthony was all smiles after having some fun at an Indiana off-road park ahead his concert in Indianapolis. When I first ran across Oliver Anthony Music on TikTok, I was immediately intrigued. I've been listening to his music since the beginning, and I've enjoyed every tune that he's thrown at fans. Most recently, the artist was spotted hanging out in Indiana at an off-road park before a concert at White River State Park in Indianapolis. The singer-songwriter looked like he was having a fantastic time and took to social media to capture the moment.
UnitedHealthcare urges preventive care for older adults to catch health issues early
Dr. Mimi Kokoska, UnitedHealthcare Medicare Chief Medical Officer in Indiana, offered some insight into how preventive care can help reduce the risk of serious health issues from developing in the future by catching problems early. In fact, according to the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, only 6 percent of adults aged 35 and […]
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library keeps growing in Indiana but Marion County lacks full access
Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news.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 Imagination Library. Last year, the state announced a $6 million allocation to match local partners’ contributions to the Imagination Library. But right now, only two Marion County ZIP codes, 46201...
Summer saving hottest for last in Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS — We enjoyed several consecutive mornings and afternoons of pleasant air this week. But as we move forward, we're going to pay a steep price to the piper as the well-advertised hot dome settles over Central Indiana and the Ohio Valley next week. So if you're not a...
A struggling franchisee closes 25 KFC restaurants in the Midwest
EYM Group, a multi-concept operator that has closed dozens of units and placed others into bankruptcy protection, has closed more than two-dozen KFC restaurants in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin. KFC confirmed local reports of the closures, including a pair of units in Indianapolis and several near Rockford and Peoria, Illinois.
Fans Convinced Caitlin Clark's Teammate Dropped Huge Hint on Future With Fever
After a difficult start to the season, the Indiana Fever are firing on all cylinders following the Olympic break. Fueled by the record-breaking performances of Fever guard Caitlin Clark, the team's chemistry has grown exponentially and they are stacking wins. As fans watch the Fever grow stronger ...
New Indiana Law Designed To Reduce Chronic Absenteeism Could Lead To More Parent Prosecutions
INDIANA — After the death of her parents, an Indianapolis student’s attendance began to lapse — her guardians were busy, and school became a lower priority. Monarca Academy administrators talked to her guardians, and they promised she’d make it to school. But absences continued to stack up and Francisco Valdiosera, executive director of Monarca Academy, referred the case to the Department of Child and Family Services for educational neglect.
One person injured in ATV crash in Silver Creek Township
A 32-year-old man was hurt in an ATV crash in Silver Creek Township. The collision happened around 8:25 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 23, in a residential wooded area. The Cass County Sheriff’s investigation shows the man was riding the ATV on private property and struck a tree. He was ejected from the ATV. The rider was not wearing a helmet.
Friday Delphi Hearing Ends with No Explanation
CARROLL COUNTY, Ind. (WISH) — Transparency was nonexistent in the Carroll County Court Friday for a status hearing on the Delphi murders case. I-Team 8’s Kody Fisher was in the court. He explains what happened. Judge Fran Gull ordered the first part of the hearing to be behind closed doors. No reporters. No one from […] The post Friday Delphi Hearing Ends with No Explanation appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Frankfort Summer Concert Series Rocks Prairie Creek Park Tonight, Aug. 24
The City of Frankfort summer events will continue tonight at Prairie Creek Park on The Farmers Bank Performance Center Stage with the Summer Concert Series, featuring City Lites and Southern Accents. The entire community has been invited to Prairie Creek Park to relax and rock out with City Lites beginning...
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