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ELDER-BEERMAN DEMOLITION CONTRACT TO BE AWARDED THURSDAY
(Richmond, IN)--The demolition of the former Elder-Beerman building and the skywalk that connects it to the city’s parking garage will take a big step forward Thursday. Richmond’s Board of Works is expected to approve a contract with a Cincinnati company after it bid $711,000 for the work a week ago. That company was the higher of two qualified bids, but it has significantly more experience with large projects than the other bidder.
CAMBRIDGE CITY CONSIDERS EXCLUDING FLUORIDE FROM WATER ADDITIVES
(Cambridge City, IN)--Fluoride could soon be removed from Cambridge City’s water. Here’s town employee Chris Stapleton telling the Cambridge City Town Council why the removal is under consideration: "It's not beneficial anymore like it was back in the '50's and '60's...not to mention doing away with it would save the town money," Stapleton said. The issue is expected to be brought up again at a council meeting early next month.
Football practice field being turned into farmland
BAINBRIDGE, Ind. – A youth athletic program in Putnam County is facing an uncertain future after a town council voted to turn their practice field into farmland. North Point Park is surrounded by crops and if the town council gets their wishes, the one and a half acres will be just more of that. Renee […]
Peyton Manning Reveals Which NFL Quarterback Was The Best ‘Beggar’
Former Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning and ex-New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady had one of the best rivalries in all of sports during their time in the league. Every time the two went head-to-head, it was must see TV. But Brady seemed to always come out on top, winning 11 of ...
Medora Cafe to celebrate its grand opening in style while giving back to the community
MEDORA—The Medora Cafe has quickly established itself as a top-notch restaurant offering stellar customer service and delicious home-cooked meals using locally sourced ingredients. To celebrate its grand opening, they have pulled out all the stops to deliver an evening full of fellowship, entertainment, shopping, and great food. The event...
'Rudy' joins Hoosier Democrats at DNC in Chicago
There are (at least) two lenses through which to watch the former mayor of South Bend give a primetime speech at the Democratic National Convention. The first is Brittany, who stayed up late to watch and write about Pete Buttigieg's remarks so the rest of us could go to bed early. Buttigieg's speech to a raucous DNC crowd contained swipes at Republican "darkness" as well as a message about how his family is the result of...
Monroe County gov’t operation of family planning clinic to stop at least for now, maybe for good
Monroe County government’s operation of its Futures Family Planning Clinic will be suspended for 30 days, maybe longer, even for good. That’s the outcome of a special meeting of Monroe County’s board of health held on Wednesday afternoon. Based on the way board president Stephen Pritchard opened...
Notre Dame loses diving coach Mark Bradshaw to Purdue
Notre Dame already is feeling the effects of suspending its men’s swimming program for next season after a gambling culture revelation. Although the diving team still will be allowed to compete, it will have to do so with a new coach. Mark Bradshaw coached the Irish divers for the...
Evansville diner owner ordered to pay $390K to employees in back wages, damages
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — The owner of an Evansville diner has been ordered to pay nearly $400,000 in back wages and damages to dozens of employees. Back in March, 44News reported on the US Department of Labor investigation underway into Friendship Diner and its owner, Bardhyl Shabani. Now, the...
IMPD seeking assistance in locating missing 68-year-old woman
INDIANAPOLIS — Officials with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department are asking for the public’s help in locating a 68-year-old woman who was last seen on the near northwest side of Indianapolis. According to a news release from IMPD, 68-year-old Cynthia Evans was last seen in the area of 1400 Udell St. at around 9 a.m. […]
Caitlin Clark, Assistant Coach Tully Bevilaqua visit NICU families at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital
INDIANAPOLIS — Caitlin Clark is known for her Indiana Fever stardom. But earlier this month, she and Fever Assistant Coach Tully Bevilaqua became stars in the hearts of multiple NICU families at Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital. According to a press release, Clark and Beveliaqua introduced themselves to parents, siblings and babies in August when they […]
Chreece Hip-Hop Festival to take over Fountain Square
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The lineup is set and the music is ready for the seventh edition of the Chreece Hip-Hop Festival on Saturday. The festival will host performances and events at seven venues in Fountain Square. The Chreece festival will also shut down the streets of the neighborhood for the first time for the 2024 […]
Southwest adds new nonstop flight to start just before spring break travel
Southwest will add a daily nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Nashville starting on March 6, 2025, the company announced Thursday. Airport executives praised the addition of the flight, saying it is a result of market demand seen by the Indianapolis economic community. “We’ve been pursuing this nonstop flight with Southwest for over...
Chick-fil-A opens 'first of its kind' 4-lane drive-thru restaurant
Chick-fil-A has opened a "first of its kind" location with four drive-thru lanes and an elevated kitchen with a "unique meal transport system." The location in Atlanta opened on Thursday, and the restaurant chain says the new concept was "strategically designed to increase speed-of-service and simplify the drive-thru experience for guests."
Greenwood Christian Joins Indiana Crossroads Conference in 2025
Greenwood Christian Academy will join the Indiana Crossroads Conference (ICC) in July 2025, amid significant conference realignment in Johnson County. This new alignment includes seven small private schools, such as Cardinal Ritter and Covenant Christian. The move comes as Beech Grove, Monrovia, and others leave for the newly formed Hoosier Legends Conference. GCA's entry into the ICC places its football program in a competitive environment, especially with teams like Indy Lutheran, recent state champions. Athletic director Shon Cottle acknowledges the challenges ahead but sees the overall competitive field as beneficial for the program.
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