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Doctors, public officials at odds over role of Tippecanoe County health officer
LAFAYETTE, Ind. ― Recently resigned Tippecanoe County Health Officer Dr. Greg Loomis' vision for the job is vastly different than the job description and the vision of the current county office holders. This clash in vision and personalities ultimately led to Loomis submitting his second ― and final ― resignation to the county commissioners on July 17. ...
NBA champion calls Pacers guard "one of my favorite players in the NBA"
Just a couple of months ago, the Indiana Pacers found themselves in a pleasantly surprising situation. After overcoming a 2-0 series deficit as the No. 6 seed against the New York Knicks in the second round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs, the Pacers made their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance since 2014.
Health Spotlight | Gum disease symptoms you should look out for
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Periodontal disease is a common and a growing issue. About 40% of adults ages 30 and over have some form of it. That number increases to 70% for people over age 65. Here are some of the symptoms to look for and why it’s so important to catch it early. Periodontal disease […]
Indiana RB Justice Ellison's first call before transfer to IU? Former IU basketball guard Xavier Johnson
Indiana football's connections span far wider than just the program itself, but sometimes you don't need to look any farther than just down the street for help. Just ask fifth-year senior running back Justice Ellison, who transferred to the Hoosiers this offseason after a previous relationship helped convince him that Bloomington was where he belonged.
“We belong:” Black Pride is back in Indy
For the first time since 2019, Black Pride will return to Indianapolis. From 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., Aug. 3 at Monument Circle (south end), the LGBTQ+ community and supporters are invited to join the BLQ+ Pride Fest. The event is free, but donations are welcome. Hosted by Indiana Pride...
Illinois drivers have ways to save as fuel taxes skyrocket
(The Center Square) – High gas taxes make saving money more challenging for drivers in the Land of Lincoln. Illinois consumers are taxed 47 cents per gallon since the state’s motor fuel tax increased 3.5% on July 1. This is 147% more than drivers were taxed in 2017, when the tax was 19 cents per gallon. The tax on diesel is now 54.5 cents per gallon. ...
John Deere Confirms More Layoffs, Cuts in Salaried Workforce
John Deere has confirmed it plans to layoff more workers through cuts in its global salaried workforce according to Corridor Business Journal. Deere didn’t release details on the number of salaried employees affected. The most recent round of cuts follow more than 600 previously announced layoffs of Deere’s production workers at three facilities in Illinois and Iowa. The company didn’t say when the additional salaried workforce positions would be eliminated.
LIVE RADAR | Tracking scattered storms in Louisville and southern Indiana
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Scattered storm chances are expected to gear up between 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Sunday. The storms will be slow-moving and will bring heavy rain which will increase chances of flash flooding. These scattered storms will continue into Monday. Below is a live look at...
Mitchell Walking Club’s first Sneaker Giveaway helped hundreds in the community
MITCHELL- It’s back-to-school time, and parents know all too well the costs and stresses that come with it. The Mitchell Walking Club wanted to give back to their community and had an idea that helped hundreds of children by providing shoes just in time for the school year. The...
Arts Commission invests in Lubeznik Center for the Arts to strengthen Michigan City through arts and creativity
Yesterday, the Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) announced it has awarded $18,215 to Lubeznik Center for the Arts (LCA) through the Arts Organization Support grant program. During its June 14 Quarterly Business Meeting, the Commission approved funding recommendations for the Arts Project Support and Arts Organization Support grant programs. Between the two grant programs, 338 organizations in 77 Indiana counties are receiving funding.
Indiana Family Star Party Invites You to View the Stars August 2nd and 3rd
On August 2nd and 3rd you can take in the 21st Indiana Family Star Party! You will be a part of the largest astronomy gathering in the state and one of the largest astronomy events in the midwest. Come to Camp Cullom (near Frankfort) to enjoy the dark rural skies...
Hotel coming to site of old VCSC building
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Plans to tear down the old Vigo County School Corporation building have been announced. The building at Seventh and Wabash has been vacant for several years since it was acquired by Terre Haute’s redevelopment department back in 2021. While the timing of the demolition is unknown, it has been decided that the site will be used to build another hotel. Redevelopment department director Jordan Marvel says Terre Haute hotels are constantly near capacity.
Westfield veteran calls for change to property tax law
A Westfield veteran has started a grassroots campaign to lobby elected leaders at the state level to increase the property tax deduction for veterans in Indiana. Mike Madigan served in the U.S. Marine Corps in Vietnam. An Illinois native who lived in Wisconsin before moving to Indiana in 2020, Madigan said when he moved to Westfield, he was surprised to find the property tax exemption in the Hoosier State is far different from what was available in Wisconsin.
Isaiah Specks Elevated To Director Of Player Development/Scouting
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Indiana women's basketball head coach has elevated Isaiah Specks to Director of Player Development/Scouting with the program. He served one season as a graduate manager with the program in 2023-24, where the Hoosiers won 26 games and advanced to the Sweet Sixteen. In his new role, the Houston, Texas native will help assist with on court individual skill development and additional scouting film responsibilities.
Indy Native Wins Silver Medal in Paris
PARIS, France (WISH) — Sarah Bacon is bringing an Olympic medal back to the Circle City. Bacon, an Indianapolis native, and partner Kassidy Cook won silver in Saturday’s women’s synchronized 3-meter springboard competition, giving Team USA its first medals of the Paris Games. It was Bacon’s Olympic debut and Team USA’s first medal in the […] The post Indy Native Wins Silver Medal in Paris appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
LCB Opens New Branch In Carmel With Onsite Lake City University Training Center
Lake City Bank opened its newest office Monday at 1361 S. Rangeline Road, Carmel. The office is the bank’s 54th office in the state and eighth location in the Indianapolis region. A grand opening ribbon cutting celebration will take place at a later date. The full-service office is open...
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