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Meet the Team at Smythe and Co. Real Estate
Trust helped launch the successful Franklin business Smythe and Co. Real Estate in 2013 by Owner and Realtor Tanya Smythe. With the booming success of the business, it might be surprising to know that Smythe didn’t always dream of selling real estate. While at Indiana University, Smythe studied psychology and dabbled in cosmetic sales, but real estate was not in her future plans. It wasn’t until she and her husband Mark, also an Indiana University alum, moved to Florida, where he was pursuing a career in professional football with the NFL, that Smythe got her first taste of the real estate business. She began working as the executive secretary for Mark’s football agent, who was also a builder.
Business Spotlight: The Upstairs Basement
The Upstairs Basement is a new staple in the heart of downtown Franklin. In their beautifully restored space located at 425 East Jefferson Street, this charming store offers a curated selection of vintage pieces, cozy apparel and distinctive gifts, making it a go-to destination for both locals and visitors. The...
Silver Alert issued for missing 26-year-old from Avon
AVON, Ind. — A statewide Silver Alert has been issued as law enforcement search for an Avon man who was last seen early Thursday morning. According to a news release, the Hendricks County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help regarding the whereabouts of 26-year-old Andrew Adams. Adams was last seen around 3:56 a.m. […]
Indiana to Lose Over 100 Security Officers
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A company that provides security services, risk management and support to government and corporate clients has sent notice to state of Indiana that it plans to move 123 jobs. Triple Canopy, which is a division of Constellis Group, employs a number of former Army Special Operations personnel, Green Berets, Rangers, SEALs, MARSOC […] The post Indiana to Lose Over 100 Security Officers appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Wine and Wags: Mallow Run Winery Hosts Labapalooza 2024
Mallow Run Winery in Bargersville is going to the dogs on September 8 as it plays host to the 13th annual Labapalooza fundraising event for Love of Labs Indiana (LOLIN). Celebrating 20 years in 2025, the Central-Indiana-based rescue helps labradors and lab mixes out of shelters to a network of foster families in Indiana, Ohio, and Michigan, to get them to their fur-ever homes.
Center Grove Boys Tennis Team Poised for Another Strong Showing
Fueled by their past experiences, the 2024 Center Grove (CG) boys tennis team is determined to make another deep run in the state tournament. Despite losing to state champ North Central 2-3 two seasons ago in the final four, and Columbus North 2-3 in the semi-state last season, the Trojans are optimistic for another strong showing in this year’s state tournament. CG’s third-year head coach, David Beasley, is confident that they can build on these postseason tournament successes.
Recalling Old-Time Center Grove
Scott Hines moved to the Center Grove area with his family in 1970, right after his sixth birthday. They settled into the Carefree subdivision, which at the time had more vacant lots than houses. Hines and his friends watched as house after house sprang up. “We had a blast picking...
Jury finds man guilty of fatally shooting his cousin
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — After a three-day trial, a jury on Thursday found an Indianapolis man guilty of the December 2022 murder of his cousin. Emmanuel Lee Newman was convicted in the shooting death of Joshua Hopson, the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office says. Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department on Jan. 5, 2023, arrested Newman, 40, for the […]
Column: Museum a community project
Having proudly lived here for seven decades and dreaming of this for years, I am honored to be part of a dedicated team working to create and launch the Carmel Clay History Museum. This community space will welcome people to share the authentic stories of Carmel and its diverse population....
Nashville’s new ‘pedestrian phase intersection’ is almost ready
NASHVILLE, Ind. – Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) contractor Ragle, Inc. is finishing up work at the intersection of State Road 135 and Main Street to complete an intersection modernization and improvement project in Nashville. The current traditional intersection will become an exclusive pedestrian phase intersection, a type of...
Butler University to renovate former dorm into boutique hotel, the first on campus
The oldest residence hall at Butler University will be transformed into a boutique hotel after developers stepped in to protect the building from demolition. The hotel, part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, will be the first hotel on Butler's campus, housing 105 luxury rooms, a signature restaurant and meeting spaces in...
Indianapolis Forecast: Soaring Temperatures with Heat Index Near 100
Indianapolis, IN — As the weekend approaches, Indiana residents should prepare for rising temperatures. Starting Saturday, highs are expected to reach 89 degrees, marking the beginning of a warming trend that will continue into next week. Saturday will see mostly sunny skies with scattered clouds in the afternoon. The...
Weekend brings warmer, more humid air; rain chances remain low
This morning brings the last of the 50° mornings in downtown for awhile. We have enjoyed another incredibly cool stretch for August but the pattern begins to transition today and into the weekend. Sunrise is at 7:05 a.m. and should be another gorgeous start!. This afternoon will bring more...
Final phase of Indiana Statehouse renovations underway
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Crews are beginning the fourth and final phase of repairs to the 136-year-old Indiana Statehouse building that began back in 2018. Crews are are repairing the gutters, cleaning the windows, and cleaning the dome, along with doing some chimney and masonry work. They are also spot-patching and repairing the roof where needed. […]
Indianapolis tops Columbus Clippers in 10 innings
Thursday's game: Indianapolis 9, Columbus 8 Recap: Jake Lamb doubled in Henry Davis with the winning run in the 10th inning, ending the Clippers' four-game win streak. Columbus took an 8-6 lead in the bottom of the eighth when George Valera hit his second home run of the game and Juan Brito singled in Myles Straw and Raynel Delgado. But Indianapolis tied it in the ninth when Liover Peguero stole home and Nick Yorke singled in Edward...
Wayne Township Fire Department merger canceled
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Wayne Township Fire Department will not merge with the Indianapolis Fire Department. The merger was scheduled to take effect by Jan. 1. It’s now on hold after the city government and Wayne Township officials took a deep dive into the finances, operations, and the tax structure that support fire protection. The […]
Indiana high school football new faces in new places: Coaching hires, transfers, move-ins
It's time to kick off the Indiana high school football season! A few schools are on the move via the success factor and there's been some conference realignment. Here are some more folks on the move heading into the 2024 season: IHSAA football Week 1 predictions: Picking all Indy-area games State champion predictions: Picking...
Penske sees pickup in commercial truck leasing market
COLUMBUS, Ind. — Contractual agreements — like leases — are beginning to perform better than transactional agreements — like rentals — in the equipment finance industry, as customers balance higher prices with operational needs. Commercial truck customers continue to pursue leasing compared to rentals, although...
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