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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.
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.
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.
Butler transforming former residence hall into boutique hotel
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A major change is coming the campus of Butler University. Campus leaders on Friday announced plans that will restore historic Ross Hall, a former residence hall, into a boutique hotel within the Curio Collection by Hilton. Butler says the new hotel will preserve the nearly 70-year legacy of Ross Hall, which was […]
Police still investigating shooting that left 15-year-old dead; 6 suspects apprehended
MUNCIE, Ind. — The Muncie Police Department’s investigation of a shooting that left a 15-year-old dead earlier this month has now led to the apprehension of six suspects. Previous reporting indicates police detained five suspects during their initial examination of the incident. An affidavit for probable cause released Friday showed that law enforcement has now […]
New Court Filings in the Delphi Double Murder Case
There have been four new court filings submitted in the Delphi Murders case, two from the defense, one from the state and a motion to eliminate the defense's deposition of a state rebuttal witness on the topic of Odinism. (8/23/24) Fore more crime and trial news coverage, visit Court TV
Monroe County probationary deputy fired after reported criminal investigation by ISP
UPDATE: Indiana State Police have arrested Deputy Jeffrey Freeman – who was charged with sexual battery, strangulation and more. For more on the arrest, click here. ————————— MONROE COUNTY, Ind. — A probationary deputy with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office has been fired after being the subject of a reported criminal investigation by the Indiana […]
Hogsett, other Indy officials could see pay bump
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett and some other city-county officials could soon get a pay raise. There’s a proposal going before the City-County Council next week that would increase the mayor’s salary from $95,000 to $125,000. If the proposal is approved, it would be the first pay raise for the mayor’s office since […]
Bud Wright, state's all-time winningest coach, will miss game for first time in 60 years
For the first time in his six-decade high school football coaching career, Bud Wright will not be on the sidelines on Friday night. But win or lose, the result will still go on his tab. “It will, surely,” Wright said Thursday night. “The whole game plan is mine.” ...
'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...
The Indianapolis Colts Offensive Weapon Will Undergo Surgery After Suffering an Injury in Their 2nd Preseason Game
Indianapolis Colts tight end Jelani Woods can’t stay healthy as of late. Woods suffered a hamstring injury during last year’s OTAs and missed the majority of training camp and the entirety of their preseason games. He reaggravated his hamstring later in camp, and the Colts placed him on injured reserve to start the season.
Nursing students welcomed with traditional induction ceremony
KOKOMO, Ind. — Sixty-five students began the journey toward becoming health care professionals at the Indiana University Kokomo School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions (SNAHP) traditional induction ceremony on Wednesday (August 21). Naomi Jones, clinical assistant professor of nursing, welcomed the incoming students in the traditional Bachelor of...
Houston Texans vs. Indianapolis Colts Week 1 Odds, Time, and Prediction
The AFC South Division looks very soft in 2024, which is why the Houston Texans have every right to hope to win it for the second time in a row. Their roster is made up of young players who have more experience than before, which makes them a formidable force in the conference. We’ll see how good they actually are in Week 1 when they lock horns with the Indianapolis Colts in Indiana.
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