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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library keeps growing in Indiana but Marion County lacks full access
Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news.In 85 counties in Indiana, all children under age 5 can register to read free books delivered to their home through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. That’s 31 more counties than a year ago. But many children in the state’s most populous county, Marion, are still waiting for an Imagination Library. Last year, the state announced a $6 million allocation to match local partners’ contributions to the Imagination Library. But right now, only two Marion County ZIP codes, 46201...
IEDC secures budget approval for LEAP pipeline in Indiana, land and infrastructure
Indiana’s State Budget Committee on Thursday approved a combined $101 million for a water pipeline, land and infrastructure for a controversial industrial park. The Indiana Economic Development Corp. (IEDC) also landed permission to augment its deal closing fund by a separate $101 million for a battery plant project worth $6 billion.
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.
Fans Convinced Caitlin Clark's Teammate Dropped Huge Hint on Future With Fever
After a difficult start to the season, the Indiana Fever are firing on all cylinders following the Olympic break. Fueled by the record-breaking performances of Fever guard Caitlin Clark, the team's chemistry has grown exponentially and they are stacking wins. As fans watch the Fever grow stronger ...
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.
Board of School Trustees of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation Meeting
The Board of School Trustees of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation will meet for the regularly scheduled Board meeting Monday, August 26, 2024 at 5:30 PM in the Board Room of the EVSC Administration Building located at 951 Walnut Street, Evansville, IN. Board meetings can also be observed by tuning to EVSC’s radio station, 90.7 WPSR or live streamed online at https://www.wpsrhd.com/.
Updated Closure Dates for Rivertown Trail Bridge in Newburgh Indiana
The closure dates for the Rivertown Trail Bridge in Newburgh, Indiana have been changed. Warranty Repairs Planned for the Rivertown Trail Red Bridge. According to a press release from the Town of Newburgh, the Warrick County Historic Bridge #264, known locally as the Rivertown Trail Red Bridge, will be closed for warranty repairs.
Retired Evansville teachers help volunteer at Frog Follies
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - The Frog Follies has returned for the 49th year at the Vanderburgh County 4-H Fairgrounds. The Evansville Retired Teachers Association also returned to volunteer at frog follies. They have been volunteering for more than 40 years. The retired teachers always look forward to meeting the thousands...
Frog Follies underway with future changes possible
VANDERBURGH COUNTY, Ind. (WEHT) – Roughly 2,500 street rods are in Vanderburgh County for the 49th annual Frog Follies. The event is called the largest pre-1949 street rod show in the country. “It is just phenomenal,” says Head of Grounds Ben Kloc. “The memories that come through here, the people who have been here for […]
Former police officer arrested on child molesting charge for second time, records show
WARRICK COUNTY, Ind. (WEVV) — A former law enforcement officer has been arrested in a child molesting investigation for the second time. Court records show a warrant was issued on Thursday for the arrest of 77-year-old Ronald Bohannon for one count of Level 4 Felony Child Molesting in Warrick County.
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