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City extends deadline for evacuation of Rail Trail encampment
The City of Bloomington has extended the date by which people staying at an encampment near the Rail Trail must clear the area. The deadline is now Aug. 5, which is one month and two days after July 3, the day the city posted a 30-day trespass notice ordering people at the encampment to leave.
Daleville PD: Muncie man driving around 3 young kids admitted to using fentanyl
DALEVILLE, Ind. — Police said a Muncie man was driving around three young children in his vehicle despite never being issued a driver’s license and admitting to taking fentanyl earlier in the day. Leethan M. Turner, 22, was arrested on Tuesday night on preliminary charges of neglect of a dependant and possession of a narcotic […]
INDOT Worker from Muncie Critically Injured in Dump Truck Rollover Accident in Henry County
An Indiana Department of Transportation worker was critically injured in a dump truck crash while performing roadway maintenance in Henry County on Tuesday. According to the Fox59 report, the accident happened near County Road 975 West and State Road 38, involving a rollout of the INDOT dump truck. The vehicle reportedly left the road and overturned, resulting in life-threatening injuries for the 51-year-old driver from Muncie.
New Study Reveals Indiana Has One of the Best School Systems in America
Choosing the right school for your kiddo is a huge decision for parents. But, what does that even mean - the "right" school? That answer is probably different for every student. So how does a parent - especially parents of youngsters just starting school - make that decision? WalletHub just released a report that might provide some insight to parents.
Police Warn Indiana Parents Against Back-to-School Photo Trend
If you plan on taking photos of your kids on their first day of school, there are some things that you need to know about before you post them on social media. Summer break is nearing its end. It feels like just yesterday, the kiddos were getting out of school and eager to take advantage of summer. In less than a month's time, kids will be returning to school. By now, you might have already started back-to-school shopping for clothes and supplies so the kiddos will be looking sharp on their first day back. Over the past few years, there has been a trend on social media where parents take photos of their kids on the first day of school posing with a sign to celebrate the first day of a new school year. These signs could be revealing more personal information about your child than you realize, and can all be used by predators, scammers, and other people looking to endanger your child, family, or finances.
Big Lots Shutting Down Stores Amid Financial Uncertainty
Big Lots is planning to shutter around 40 stores as the company opens up about their ability to continue. I've been shopping at Big Lots for as long as I can remember. As a kid, I could spend hours in the toy aisle, and even as a teenager, I spent quite a bit of time thumbing through the DVD and Blu-ray selections. My wife and I still shop at Big Lots on a regular basis today. It's safe to say that it's one of my all-time favorite stores. Need groceries? Done. Kitchenware? Easy. How about some furniture? They've got all kinds of options out on the floor.
DEI bullying assumes people didn’t earn their jobs
This commentary originally appeared in the Indiana Capital Chronicle. One of the most disheartening things I saw following the failed attempt to assassinate Donald Trump was a concentrated, days-long social media flogging of a female U.S. Secret Service agent. Social media users clipped shots of her from video, spread them and commented on her hair, […]
Judge: Man charged in murder of Elwood officer Noah Shahnavaz competent to stand trial
ANDERSON, Ind. (WISH) — The man charged with murdering Elwood police officer Noah Shahnavaz has been found competent to stand trial. Carl Boards II’s attorneys raised concerns about his mental competency, asserting that Boards had an intellectual disability. According to a ruling on Tuesday in Madison Circuit Court 3, three separate doctors evaluated Boards and found him […]
Thompson finally reaches 100-win milestone with Blue Crabs
Tuesday evening when the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs opened their current home stand against the visiting Hagerstown Boxcars at Regency Furniture Stadium, longtime veteran ace hurler Daryl Thompson went to the mound looking for the elusive 100th win of his Atlantic League career during a season in which wins, uncharacteristically, have been difficult to attain. In recent years, Southern Maryland (37-41) has been among the elite teams in the Atlantic League and on the doorsteps of its first championship. But this season the Blue Crabs,...
Greencastle man arrested after reported burglary leads to police chase
WAYNE COUNTY, Ind. — A Greencastle man has been arrested in relation to a reported chase with law enforcement after an alleged burglary on Monday near Hagerstown. According to a post on the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office’s social media page, 31-year-old Michael Sensebaugh has been preliminarily charged with residential entry and resisting law enforcement in […]
Jacob Freeland tabbed to lead EC women's tennis
RICHMOND, Ind. – The Earlham College athletic department has filled its vacancy in women's tennis, hiring Jacob Freeland to serve as head coach of the program. Freeland comes to Earlham from NAIA Shawnee State University where he served as head men's and women's tennis coach for the Bears. In one full season leading Shawnee, Freeland brought the men's program from a 2-13 record to a 10-12 mark. Under his leadership, the women's team tied the program record for most wins in a season.
The Excel Center offers opportunities for adults
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Excel Center is gearing up to start a new semester next week and is currently accepting enrollments for new students. This tuition-free public school for adults provides the opportunity to earn a high school diploma. Katie Bustamante, vice president of Education for Goodwill of Central and Southern Indiana, explained, “The Excel […]
Shock Twist in Indianapolis Family Slaughter Trial as Judge Declares Mistrial Amid Tearful Testimonies
In Indianapolis, a trial that has held the city's collective breath took an unforeseen turn when a mistrial was declared in the case of Raymond Childs III, the young man accused of the tragic and heinous murder of six members of his family. The presiding judge in Marion County set the ground for a new phase of legal proceedings after something said during witness testimony led to the mistrial, as reported by WTHR. While details were scant, this disruption in the trial indicates the challenges of navigating through emotionally charged testimonies and the weight of ensuring a fair trial.
Carmel school board approves new superintendent contract. Here's how much he'll make
Carmel’s school board unanimously approved the contract for its new superintendent Monday who will take on the role officially starting July 2025. Tom Oestreich was announced earlier this month as the school board’s pick for replacing current superintendent Michael Beresford who also announced his plan to retire from his position following the...
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