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Job Cuts Loom as Indiana Auto Parts Factory Announces Closure in Richmond; Many Impacted
A company in the heavy-duty vehicle industry has informed the state of Indiana about its decision to permanently close its facility in Richmond. TBK Col. Ltd. specializes in manufacturing brakes and water pumps for engine cooling systems used in heavy-duty vehicles such as trucks and buses. The closure of the Japanese company was not immediately announced, leaving the reason undisclosed.
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.
Kirk Herbstreit wonders if Anthony Richardson may eventually be benched for Joe Flacco
Anyone who watched Thursday night’s preseason game between the Indianapolis Colts and Cincinnati Bengals on Amazon’s Prime Video likely gathered that analyst Kirk Herbstreit is generally bullish on the Colts. But while he may be high on the Colts, he’s more skeptical about their quarterback, Anthony Richardson. Herbstreit clearly did not like much of what Read more... The post Kirk Herbstreit wonders if Anthony Richardson may eventually be benched for Joe Flacco appeared first on Awful Announcing.
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 ...
'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...
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...
Jamey Noel, Kasey Noel sued by family members accusing them of stealing from estate
JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind. — Former Clark County Sheriff Jamey Noel and his daughter are being sued by family members who say Jamey stole from an estate he was put in charge of following his brother's death. The heirs of Leon Noel - Dorian, Taylor and Jack Noel - are named...
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...
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. […]
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."
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 […]
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