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Giant Oregon Duck makes a splash in Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Oregon Ducks are making sure everyone knows they’re joining the Big Ten Conference. The team made a splash on Tuesday during the conference Media Days by putting a giant inflatable duck in the White River in downtown Indianapolis. The large duck is making waves on social media too. People flocked to post […]
Docs: Man charged after firing 20+ shots into house, car in Richmond
RICHMOND, Ind. — An Ohio man has been charged after police said he fired more than 20 shots into a house and a car in Richmond in November 2023. According to court documents, filed earlier this month in Wayne County, 43-year-old Bryan Orr was charged with one count of attempted murder, a Level 1 felony, […]
Docs: Richmond mom leaves kids alone in trailer, faces neglect charges
INDIANAPOLIS — A Richmond woman was charged after reportedly leaving her four children at her trailer home unattended. Shantell Caballero, 29, was charged with four counts of Neglect of a Dependent, a Level 6 Felony. The Richmond Police Department was dispatched to the 800 block of Northwest 5th St. in Lot 77 on Friday, July […]
Zionsville Street Dance returns to Main Street
Zionsville Street Dance returns to the heart of the Village from 6 to 10 p.m. Aug. 3 for an evening of music, food and an electric atmosphere. The entertainment lineup for 2024 includes Zionsville’s The Janeways on the main stage at 6:30 p.m. The all-female band formed in 2020 and plays hits of the ‘80s and ‘90s.
Master Yoo Tae Kwon Do to relocate
Master Yoo Tae Kwon Do, a martial arts school with locations in Carmel, Fishers and Noblesville, will relocate to a new Noblesville location later this year. Jujin Yoo, a taekwondo director at Master Yoo, said the purpose of relocating is to move into a newer facility. The Noblesville location at 14765 Hazel Dell Crossing has been open since 2007.
Tippecanoe School Corp. welcomes new admins after retirement
LAFAYETTE, Ind. — The Tippecanoe School Corp. will welcome two new administrators in the 2024-25 school year, a chain reaction following a fellow administrator's retirement. Jodi Day, current principal of Battle Ground Middle School, will move into the position of director of TSC's Student Services, the corporation said in a news release. Day will replace BeAnn Younker, who will move into the leadership role of the TSC SEEDS teacher mentoring program after the retirement of Kathy Nimmer...
Terre Haute Children’s Museum hosting 10 annual Train Day
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)—On July 27 The Terre Haute Children’s Museum will be hosting its tenth annual Train Day. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 27 the museum will have multiple exhibits dedicated to trains for the children of Terre Haute. Cintrak Model Railroad Club and other individuals will have multiple layouts on display. The Wabash Valley Railroaders Museum and the National Model Railroad Association will also be there to answer questions about their organizations.
Beech Grove students head back to school Wednesday; staff readies for new laws
INDIANAPOLIS — Staff at South Grove Elementary in Beech Grove say they're ready to welcome students Wednesday for their first day of school. "This building is now second, third and fourth graders. Previously it was fourth, fifth and sixth. Our second and third grade building was down the street, so we have been able to move our staff over here and join the fourth grade team," said Stephanie Cotter, principal of South Grove Elementary School.
Obi Toppin trade looks better by the second for the Pacers
During the 2023 NBA offseason, the Indiana Pacers acquired power forward Obi Toppin from the New York Knicks. In exchange, the Pacers for two future second-round draft picks. At the time, Toppin was entering the final deal of his rookie contract. The Knicks drafted Toppin with the No. 8 pick...
Northwestern's 'imperfect' pop-up stadium will make for scenic Indiana football game
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana football will be in for a unique experience when it heads to Evanston to play Northwestern in October. The Hoosiers played at Ryan Field the last time they visited their Big Ten rival in 2016, but all that’s left of the venue is rubble. Northwestern demolished the stadium over a four month-span...
Dale Jr. Blames Kyle Busch for Ryan Blaney’s Loss at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Dale Jr. Blames Kyle Busch for Ryan Blaney’s Loss: Dale Earnhardt Jr. has publicly attributed considerable responsibility to Kyle Busch for undermining Ryan Blaney‘s prospects at the Indianapolis race, particularly following Busch’s collision with Denny Hamlin in Turn 3 that led to a crucial caution. This incident demonstrates the intricate interplay of driver actions and race outcomes, raising questions about the extent to which one competitor can influence another’s performance. As the NASCAR community reflects on this controversial moment, it prompts a broader examination of competitive ethics and strategy within the sport. What implications might this have for future races and driver relationships?
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.
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