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Hoosiers wait for progress with Pathways waiver
It's the night before the fourth of July. Matthew and Jason Harding stand in their dad's kitchen in Bedford, making him dinner. Their dad, John, has dementia. For the past couple of years, one of them has come over everyday to check on him and help around the house. At first it was just the evenings. But now one of them comes over every morning before work, too.
Disaster Loan Outreach Centers to open in Monroe, Vigo counties after June storms
MONROE COUNTY Ind. — The Indiana Department of Homeland Security and U.S Small Business Administration will open Disaster Loan Outreach Centers in Monroe and Vigo counties for residents affected by last month’s storms. Individuals are encouraged to file claims to determine if they qualify for low-interest disaster loans from the SBA. Certain businesses that were […]
Former Terre Haute Police Chief passes away
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO-WAWV) — 77 year old Ray Watts died on Thursday July 18 at Union Hospital in Terre Haute. Watts served as the Terre Haute Police Chief and was also a Vietnam combat veteran who received a Purple Heart after he was wounded in battle. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M., […]
NASCAR starting lineup for 2024 Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis
Indianapolis Motor Speedway is next for the NASCAR Cup Series, and 23XI Racing will lead the field to the green flag. Tyler Reddick won the pole for the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis this weekend. Denny Hamlin will join Reddick on the front row for Sunday afternoon’s event. It is Reddick’s second pole position of the 2024 NASCAR season. Chase Elliott and Willliam Byron will follow the two drivers on the second row. Most notably, Noah Gragson, Chris Buescher, Daniel Suarez, Brad Keselowski, Ross Chastain, Jimmie Johnson, Kyle Busch, Josh Berry, and Austin Cindric all qualified 20th or worse for Sunday’s event....
Heady’s Pizza in Evansville is shutting down
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Heady’s Pizza in Evansville is shutting down. A spokesperson for the business posted: It is with a heavy heart that we announce we will be shutting down. After years of serving our community, we will be closing our doors for the final time after we sell out of inventory. We want […]
Purdue University places No. 1 for most-recognized U.S. public university
Purdue University has been ranked No. 1 among U.S. public universities and No. 9 globally for most-recognized university in the 2024-25 Global University Visibility (GUV) rankings, announced by American Caldwell on July 16. This ranking places Purdue ahead of notable institutions like the University of Michigan, UC Berkeley, Yale University...
Reddick paces Brickyard 400 practice
Tyler Reddick was fastest Friday in NASCAR Cup Series practice as teams made their return to the oval at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Reddick topped the board at 182.582 mph (49.293 seconds). He was fastest over reigning series champion Ryan Blaney, who clocked in at 181.928 mph. Denny Hamlin was third...
Logansport man accused of attempted rape arrested in Ohio
LOGANSPORT, Ind. — A Logansport man accused of assaulting two women at Huston Park earlier this week was arrested in southern Ohio after evading authorities for the last two days. The Logansport Police Department confirmed that 25-year-old Deonizio Teo Pascal was arrested Friday in Cincinnati, Ohio for his alleged role in the attempted rape and […]
Indiana man charged with child molestation after investigation, police say
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — An Indiana man is charged with child molestation following a monthlong investigation. Indiana State Police arrested 31-year-old Michael Allen Richardson of Hardinsburg on Friday. The investigation started on June 12 after the Indiana Department of Child Services was made aware of the allegations. The investigation...
City of Madison Welcomes American Cruise Lines to Indiana
This inaugural port of call celebrates a partnership between the City of Madison, Visit Madison, Inc., and American Cruise Lines. (Madison, IN) – A historic day for Madison as they welcomed the American Cruise Lines’ American Melody and American Heritage. This inaugural port of call celebrates a partnership...
Committee meets Monday to prep for next week’s Delaware council recount
MUNCIE, Ind. – Delaware County’s court-appointed recount committee will meet in public at 4 p.m. Monday to determine the rules for recounting the Republican at-large county council, which will start at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday. Delaware County Clerk Rick Spangler announced the committee, appointed by Special Judge Brian Bade...
Bloomington to install heat sensors to limit health risks
Bloomington will begin installing sensors around the city on Monday to measure heat and prevent related health issues. Data from the 13 sensors will inform the city where to focus heat mitigation. Bloomington Assistant Director of Sustainability Shawn Miya said areas without greenery can be up to 20 degrees hotter than areas with foliage.
Colts’ Anthony Richardson surprises Speedway High School players with donation of football helmets
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson learned one lesson about avoiding concussions when he took an unnecessary shot and missed six quarters last season. He’s hoping a local high school program can be more proactive. The 22-year-old Richardson surprised the Speedway Sparkplugs by donating dozens of...
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