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Indiana Weather: Clear and Warm Weekend, Perfect for Outdoor Plans
Indianapolis, IN – Central Indiana residents can look forward to a clear, sunny weekend with lower humidity and highs in the 80s. The US National Weather Service in Indianapolis has forecasted a dry spell for the upcoming weekend, providing a perfect opportunity for outdoor activities. According to the National...
ISP increases patrols over holiday weekend
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- As thousands travel for the holiday weekend, Indiana State Police say that they are increasing the number of patrols and keeping an eye on the roadways. According to ISP, this weekend is set to be one of the busiest traffic weekends of the year. State Police Sergeant, Matt Ames says that at […]
Indiana loses 3.5% of farmland; gains 1.7%
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Indiana State Department of Agriculture has determined that there has been an overall reduction in farmland acres between approximately 1.5 to 2 percent from 2010 to 2022. This was determined through an inventory of lost farmland that showed in that time frame the total agricultural acreage in the state dropped […]
Two Libertarian party candidates paying a visit to Michiana
SAINT JOSEPH COUNTY, Ind. -- Indiana Gubernatorial candidate Donald Rainwater and Mike Ter Maat, the Libertarian candidate for Vice President of the United States, went out and met with voters at the Saint Joseph County 4-H Fair in South Bend July 4. Their focus, to encourage everyone to make their...
G3 Indiana Oaks & G3 Indiana Derby Preview: Cox Seeks Sweep of Meet’s Lynchpin Stakes
SHELBYVILLE, Ind. (Thursday, July 4, 2024) — Brad Cox is as much a fixture on Horseshoe Indianapolis’ biggest day of racing as corn in the surrounding fields. This year Cox brings Dragoon Guard, a 3-year-old colt with limited experience but huge potential, to the $300,000, Grade 3 Indiana Derby and the Grade 1-placed Impel to the $200,000, Grade 3 Indiana Oaks. Florent Geroux will ride both Juddmonte-owned horses in the 1 1/16 miles races.
Kentucky, Indiana government buildings closed for Independence Day
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - All local and state government buildings in Kentucky and Indiana are closed for Independence Day. All offices and branches of the Jefferson County Clerk’s Office will be closed Thursday and Friday. Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicle (BMV) branches open back up on Friday. Anyone who...
Firework explodes in face of ‘young child’ in rural Indiana
SLEETH, Ind. (WISH) — A “young child” on Thursday was airlifted after suffering a severe facial injury from a fireworks mishap in rural Carroll County, the sheriff’s office said in a social media post. A 911 call came about 2:40 p.m. Thursday from the child’s home just outside Sleeth, an unincorporated community. The rural area […]
11-year-old boy visiting relatives for Fourth of July struck by stray bullet on Indy's near east side
INDIANAPOLIS — An 11-year-old boy is recovering after being struck by stray gunfire Thursday evening. During an IMPD press briefing regarding a violent 24 hours in Indianapolis, IMPD Chief Chris Bailey made reference to an 11-year-old who was injured when stray gunfire fell from the sky and struck the child.
Frustrated IMPD Chief Addresses Fourth of July Gun Violence
INDIANAPOLIS – The violence needs to stop. That was the message from IMPD Chief Chris Bailey Friday afternoon after there were several shootings in Indianapolis on the 4th of July. “The small number of people that are responsible for violent crime in our community have to do better,” said...
First-gen students find success through Groups Scholars
Note: This story was written by Leda Casey, director of first year experience, for the summer 2024 edition of Legacy, a Magazine for Alumni and Friends. KOKOMO, Ind.— In spring 2023, a campus-wide committee of equity-minded champions gathered to build IU Kokomo’s Groups Scholars, a year-long cohort program that provides academic, financial, and social support to first generation, low income and ethnically diverse first-year students. Students who participate in the program complete two summer classes — one general education course and one college navigation course — before they launch fully into their first fall term. Participants are provided with their own laptop from the start of the program, ensuring access to vital campus resources and technical support. Summer tuition is paid in full, and Groups students receive up to $500 for both the fall and spring terms. Most importantly, the summer experience offers ample time for community building with a caring group of faculty and staff who continue to meet with and mentor students throughout the first year.
IMPD: 4 people shot, 1 dead on near NW side
INDIANAPOLIS — Police are investigating after a fight between two parties ended with four people being shot and one person dying on the city’s near northwest side. According to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, officers were called to the 2800 block of Questend Drive South at approximately 9:20 p.m. on report of a disturbance. This […]
Silver Alert canceled for 83-year-old man missing from Kokomo
UPDATE: The Indiana Silver Alert for James Umbarger has been canceled, Indiana State Police said Friday in a release. INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Kokomo Police Department is investigating the disappearance of James Umbarger, an 83-year-old white male who is 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighs 130 pounds, has grey hair with brown eyes, and drives […]
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