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Assisting Veterans: Indiana Program Eases Back-to-School Financial Burdens
Indiana veterans who are facing financial hardship and struggling to provide essential school expenses for their dependent children can take advantage of the Military Family Relief Fund Back-to-School Program. Helping Veterans and Their Families. The Military Family Relief Fund Back-to-School Program aims to aid Indiana veterans who are going through...
Here’s a Sneak Peak at the New Attractions at the 2024 Indiana State Fair
The 2024 Indiana State Fair celebrates the connection between creativity and outdoor enjoyment with its theme "The Art & Nature of Fun." This year's fair will take place from August 2-18, and as always, it's shaping up to be the can't-miss event of the summer, including great live entertainment, great food, and tons of family fun!
Downtown Owensboro Prepares for Potentially ‘Epic’ Friday After 5 Crowd
The organizers of Friday After 5, downtown Owensboro's 12-week-long free summer music festival, are expecting a massive turn out for this week's lineup. Monday, on social media, they posted this:. THIS FRIDAY WILL BE EPIC!. In that same post, they also encouraged folks to plan ahead. Those plans should include...
Did You Know There’s a Pink Pineapple Variety? Here’s Where to Find it In Evansville
I remember a few years ago hearing about the pink pineapple, but I honestly thought it was fake. After it kept popping up online, I did some research and found out, it is a real variety of pineapple. Now the outside of the pineapple isn't pink, but the inside is pink instead of the standard yellow. So why is this?
Genius! How to Make a Big Batch of Toast for Your Indiana Family
As simple as toast is to make, there is one toasting hack that could be a game changer when it comes to preparing breakfast for your family. Enjoying buttered toast has become a reoccurring phase at my house. There might be a short span when my wife and I use the toaster every morning, going through an unreasonable amount of bread, butter, and jam each week. However, there are other times when my toaster sits in the bottom cabinet untouched for months at a time. Perhaps the joy of toast is constantly rediscovering its delicious simplicity.
Bizarre Earthquake in Northern Illinois Monday Felt By Hundreds
I've followed earthquakes for decades and cannot remember hardly any earthquakes striking this part of Illinois. It was a jolt that was strong enough to be felt by hundreds and has been confirmed by the USGS. According to the time stamp on the USGS site, this weird north-central Illinois earthquake...
Owensboro Bluegrass Band Vying for the Bourbon & Beyond Stage
Owensboro is lucky to have such a great community of musicians. If you go out downtown on any given night, chances are you'll end up coming across a band or singer-songwriter performing at a local restaurant, at a stage on Smother's Park or even just on the street. One of...
A Final Cheers: Evansville Bar Closes After Decades
This long-time bar has closed after decades of serving Evansville's west side. There's no denying that Evansville's bar scene is alive and well from old staples that have been around for decades to new bars that are thriving. There's something about a bar that can be described as a true "down home bar" where you can go, and see some familiar faces, eat some good food, and enjoy some cold beer. Evansville's west side recently said goodbye to a long-time establishment.
100 FREE Things Visitors Can Do at the 2024 Indiana State Fair
The 2024 Indiana State Fair runs from August 2-18, and there are more things to do during the 18 days of the fair than you shake a corndog on a stick at. Of course, there are plenty of things to spend money on at the fair, but organizers want to remind you that there are dozens and dozens of FREE things to do, too.
Yikes! Kentucky Now Ranks Among the Least Credit-Diligent States
Folks in some states are not doing so hot when it comes to managing their credit. Sometimes, being an adult isn't fun. Just recently, I had to have a new HVAC system installed in my house, and that certainly wasn't cheap. It was definitely one of my least favorite adult purchases. Of course, part of being an adult is managing finances, and along with that comes being diligent with your credit line, such as managing debt responsibly or monitoring your credit report for inaccuracies. Those are things I always try to keep top of mind, but for some, it's a bit more of a struggle.
Indiana’s Washington Square Mall Covered By a Black Tarp: Seeking Answers
There have been rumblings of some construction inside Washington Square Mall, so my investigation continues. That is a question a lot of folks are asking on social media and in the NextDoor app. I stopped in and asked a few questions, but I didn't leave with any solid answers. Multiple...
This Indiana City Ranks 10th Worst in America for Recreation – Here’s Why
There's no denying how important it is to stay active, especially for our mental and physical health. It's more important than ever for cities to offer residents a variety of ways to stay active. Some cities do a better job than others, and according to a recent study, one Indiana city really needs to step up its game.
Final Days! Win A 2024 Nissan Versa Or $20,000 Easterseals ‘Cool Car, Cold Cash’ Raffle!
Time is running out to get your tickets for Easterseals Rehabilitation Center's epic "Cool Car, Cold Cash" Raffle, sponsored by the amazing Old National Bank, is heating up and tickets are selling fast. The Grand Prize is a Dream Garage (or Wallet) Come True. That's right – you could be...
This Fizzy Favorite is the Most Popular Drink in Indiana
Whether you call it "pop," "soda," or a combination of the two, this refreshing beverage seems to be the number one choice for Hooisers. On average, I have a soft drink two or three times a week. However, with the recent heatwaves, I've been drinking my fair share of fizzy goodness. I've never been brand loyal, so I drink a combination of PepsiCo and Coca-Cola Company products. My personal favorites include Mountain Dew, Cherry Pepsi, Dr. Pepper, and Barq's Root Bear. However, in recent days, my go-to has been Coca-Cola Classic.
The Tiny Indiana Town Famously Known for Hosting an Annual Roach Race
We race more than just cars in Indiana, we race bugs too!. It only makes sense that the once-annual International Roach Race was held in the small town of Roachdale, Indiana. Roachdale is a small town, and home to approximately 1,000 Hoosiers and only about .51 square miles. The Town...
Illinois Among the Happiest States in America for 2024
We all want to be happy and live our lives, and where we live can help with that dream. Well, a new ranking proves that people living in Illinois are among the happiest in America. The American Dream. Owning a home, getting that dream job, and raising a family is...
Yelp claims Illinois has one of the Top 10 Tattoo Shops in the US
IF (and that is a big if) you are going to get a tattoo, why not have one of the best of the best in the US do the tattoo for you? Here is the place Yelp claims is not only the best tattoo shop in Illinois, but one of the ten best in the entire US...
Watch Stevie Nicks and Harry Styles Perform Together in London
Stevie Nicks brought out a special guest at her concert on Friday night at Hyde Park in London: Harry Styles. When Nicks appeared for her encore, she performed "Rhiannon" and then introduced Styles who joined her for "Landslide." It was dedicated to Nicks' late Fleetwood Mac bandmate Christine McVie, who would have been celebrating her 81st birthday.
Did You Know Evansville’s Haunted Library Inspired a Children’s Book?
The ghostly lady that haunts Willard Library was the inspiration behind a super cute book. Located on First Avenue in Evansville sits a gorgeous Victorian gothic-style building that we know as Willard Library. Willard Library is one of the first public libraries opened in the state of Indiana. Of course, this library is well known for residing in a beautiful and historic building, but it's also well known for being home to Evansville's most notorious ghost, the Grey Lady.
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