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Indiana lawmakers lower age to sell and serve alcohol
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana lawmakers passed a bill that now gives 18-year-olds the opportunity to sell or serve alcohol. Senate Bill 146 lowered the age from 19 to 18 during the 2024 legislative session. According to the law, restaurants and hotels in Indiana can now hire servers who are 18...
New Wild Eggs restaurant opens in Avon
AVON, Ind. — A new restaurant is open in Avon. Wild Eggs, a contemporary breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant chain, has opened its new location at 9769 E. U.S. 36. The location previously served as the site of a Jack in the Box, which closed in 2017. The Jack in the Box building was razed and a new multi-unit commercial space was built in its place. Wild Eggs will occupy the space previously held by a Denny's that closed in 2023.
Where you can pick sunflowers, zinnias from an Indiana orchard
DANVILLE, Ind. (WISH) — Saturday and Sunday will be the last chance to pick sunflowers this season at Beasley’s Orchard. Organizers say for just $8, visitors can get in the fields to take home one stem. Tickets can be purchased both online and in person. Kids younger than 2 get in free. Organizers say there […]
Kokomo man jogging the entire perimeter of the US | Inspiring Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS — Anyone who has run long distance knows the final stretch can be the toughest, but Kokomo's Cameron Balser, a modern day Forrest Gump, has everybody beat. He's in the final miles of a run across America. Check that — not across, but around. Balser is jogging the...
This Indiana Drive-In Allows Four-Legged Friends to Join You for Movie Night
If you're from the Southern Indiana - Western Kentucky area, chances are you've been to the Holiday Drive-In. It's been around since 1955 and is still a beloved spot in our community. You know, the whole drive-in movie thing—it's kind of a rarity these days, but this place has kept that magic alive. It's actually one of the oldest drive-ins in the whole country.
Actor John Schneider’s Marriage to Dee Dee Sorvino Leaves Indiana Woman Triggered
Last month I shared the exciting news that actor John Schneider had found love in Indiana. Little did I know the stress, anxiety, and drama that this actor's love life would cause little ole me. I feel like you need the backstory about this craziness because it is one of...
More Than 100 Breweries Gather in an Indiana Corn Field for an Unforgettable Beer Festival
You can enjoy sampling cold beer all while winding through an 11-acre corn maze. Corn mazes are already a popular fall activity, but add in beer, and you've just taken it to a whole other level. I always enjoy a good beer festival, it's a great way to try a bunch of beers and find what you like, without the commitment of buying a 6-pack. You can try a taster, and if you don't like it, you can move on. I'm not even a huge fan of beer, but from attending local beer festivals, I've enjoyed trying different kinds, and to my surprise, I've actually found a few beers I like!
'Strides to Success' instructor has a passion for helping people navigate the challenges of everyday life
The farm at Strides to Success in Plainfield is a place people come to make tomorrow a better day. "It's judgment free here," Sally Pike said. Sally is the lead instructor at Strides to Success. She describes their location as a healing and teaching barn. "So, if they're having a...
Local Food Week starts Friday
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Local Food Week began Friday for the fifth year in a row. Local farm tours and food events will be hosted throughout northeast Indiana until Aug. 4. This year’s events include more than 110 tours, workshops, hayrides, tastings, dinners and celebrations hosted by 40 different farms, markets, restaurants, artisan food producers, and organizations across 7 Northeast Indiana counties.
Focus on Food: Chef makes wraps with local goods
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Brewery, growth being considered in Brown Twp.
Here’s a look at some of the recent meetings in Brown Township. • The trustees met on March 12, where they approved a quote for $53,000 to equip the new truck. On March 22, a special meeting was held where the trustees went into executive session to discuss personnel matters.
Great Taste of the Midwest – A Great Festival Just Got Better With the Addition of Guggman Haus
Posted at 09:59h in Beer Releases, Great Taste of the Midwest, Guggman Haus Brewing, Indy On Tap Featured News by Mark Lasbury 0 Comments. Some indications that a craft beer festival is special: 1) You have to enter a lottery to get a ticket, 2) You have to enter a lottery for your brewery to be at the event, 3) 6000 people come from the majority of US states to taste beers from 195 breweries, 4) There are dozens of events all around town on the eve of the festival, 5) it takes place in a the rolling hills of a park that overlooks a huge lake in the middle of a vibrant downtown, and 6) it is run completely by volunteers and supports several charities.
Indiana’s top 10 fashion trends, retail study finds
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — New research from fast-fashion company Boohoo reveals Indiana’s favorite fashion trends for 2024. Boohoo analyzed average monthly Google searches for various fashion items to determine the most popular trends in the state. Top Fashion Trends in Indiana: “We love discovering which fashion trends people are embracing each season. TikTok and Instagram are […]
Get out this weekend to explore a cave, fish or learn about butterflies and how to ID trees
The weather this weekend looks like a mixed bag of sunshine and rain, but that shouldn't stop you from getting out and exploring the varied wonders of Indiana's state parks. Weekend activities include hikes, fishing and programs on tree identification and butterflies. Saturday looks like the best bet, with high temperatures in the...
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