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Ross Chastain Concerned About Changes in IMS Oval Layout : “I Know How Challenging..”
Ross Chastain Concerned About Changes in IMS Oval Layout: Ross Chastain‘s concerns about the modifications to the IMS oval layout emphasize the inherent complexities of adjusting to a reconfigured track. His comments show the crucial role that precision and adaptability play in maneuvering such changes, particularly in high-pressure settings such as the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. With NASCAR shifting back to the oval from the road course, Chastain’s expertise becomes a focal point for grasping the subtleties of this adjustment. As he carefully refines his setup and improves his physical conditioning, the broader impacts of these changes on race strategy and performance warrant a more thorough investigation.
Indiana Avenue 12-story development will go up despite lingering height concerns
The city Wednesday gave the green light for a massive 12-story mixed-use development along the canal despite some lingering concerns from neighbors over the height of the building in what was once the historic Black cultural center of Indianapolis. The $100 million-plus development by Indiana Avenue Partners, a joint venture of the...
She was a HS athlete dying of cancer. Riley nurses saved her. Now she is one of them.
INDIANAPOLIS — The pain was the kind of brutal that hurt just to talk about, the pain from the tumor that started in Bridget Balcerak's neck and spread to her chest cavity. It started as a "bulge" she joked about with her teammates at softball practice in the spring that turned out to be an ugly, horrendous cancer by volleyball season in the fall.
Poolside Altercation Leads To Deadly Shooting At Indianapolis Apartment Complex
A peaceful afternoon of swimming at an apartment complex pool turned into a violent exchange of gunfire when a woman sparked a heated argument with a passerby, according to eyewitnesses. Multiple witnesses at Lawrence Landing Apartments on the evening of July 8 identified Reggie Horton, a 27-year-old resident of Indianapolis,...
Ohio bill advanced to observe daylight saving time permanently
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — A bipartisan Ohio bill to urge observing daylight saving time permanently has taken another step forward at the Statehouse after passing the House last year. Concurrent Resolution 7 was considered in a Senate General Government Committee hearing late last month, marking the first time the bill has been debated at the […]
Experts promote daily habits and parental help to boost student literacy in the summer and beyond
Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news.Summer reading can increase your child’s literacy skills.But literacy experts say things like the traditional focus on reading books from a lengthy list shouldn’t be students’ sole goal when schools out.Instead, they say, parents should also be reinforcing other language skills that bolster literacy.Doing so doesn’t need to be complicated. For example, by simply fostering a daily habit of reading, parents can boost their children’s literacy skills without fretting over whether they should be speeding through dozens of...
AgriNovus Indiana Sets Goal for State to Grow Agbioscience Economy by $8 Billion Before 2030
$69.6 billion! That’s how much Indiana’s agbioscience sector contributes to the state’s economy, according to a new study from RTI International—the details of which were announced this week during the AgriNovus Indiana QUADRANT event at VisionLoft Stutz in Indianapolis. “The insights from the study show the...
Indiana State Police Participating In ‘Best Looking Cruiser Contest’
The American Association of State Troopers is conducting their annual "Best Looking Cruiser" contest. The Florida Highway Patrol cruiser was voted the “2023 Best Looking Cruiser.”. This contest began as a friendly competition between state agencies as a fun way to allow community support and interaction with law enforcement...
Center for Workforce Innovations Awarded $1M Through Career Coaching Grant
Valparaiso-based Center of Workforce Innovations (CWI) was awarded $1 million as part of the state’s $25 million Career Coaching Grant through the Indiana Commission for Higher Education – one of only 28 organizations selected. CWI will work with school districts across Northwest Indiana to administer the state’s innovative model for preparing students to make informed decisions about their college and career paths.
Cops cycling for survivors memorialize fallen officers in southern Indiana
Current and former police enforcement officers, as well as friends and family, go on an annual bike ride throughout Indiana in tribute and support. Cpl. Craig Jackson with the Jeffersonville Police Department has been a part of this journey since 2015. “Over the 13 days of the ride, it’s usually...
Wabash woman installed as Indiana American Legion Auxiliary state president
For the first time in more than 100 years, Wabash is home to the new president of the American Legion Auxiliary Department of Indiana. Roxanna “Roxy” Stoner received the oath of office on Sunday, July 14, during a ceremony at the Marriott East Hotel in Indianapolis. She represents Wabash American Legion Auxiliary Unit 15.
Topsy Turvy Toys opens in Greenville
GREENVILLE — There is a new store in downtown Greenville, and it is sure to be a fun addition for the community. Topsy Turvy Toys opened its third location on Wednesday, July 17 and Greenville and the Darke County community now have a specialty toy store where they can find toys that can’t be found at the big box stores. The store is located in the building formerly occupied by Sweet Annie’s Cabin, 436 S. Broadway, Greenville.
Sechler’s Pickles looks back at company’s history, festival it inspired
ST. JOE, Ind. (WANE) — On Thursday, the St. Joe community kicked off the first day of the town’s annual pickle-themed festival. This year marks the 28th rendition of the festival, which has grown from a celebration of the company that inspired it to a full-fledged community gathering.
Work on broken outfall is underway
Fleming Excavating has begun work on making major repairs to an outfall along the St. Marys River in Decatur. The broken outfall, caused by up to 10 feet of erosion on the river bank, has become a major source of concern for city officials. The inoperable mechanism pumps overflow water...
Digital billboard pitched to Decatur council
The City of Decatur will be moving into the age of traffic roundabouts – likely next year – and it also may be soon entering the age of digital billboards. Delbert Riehn, representing Robinson Outdoor, pitched the idea of a digital billboard on S. 13th St. to city council at its Tuesday meeting.
Child attending YMCA day camp meant for kindergarten through 5th grade students distributed apparent THC gummies, organization says
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A child attending the YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne day camp was distributing apparent THC gummies, the organization said Wednesday. The child, who was at Camp Harris hosted at Harris Elementary, is believed to have given other campers the gummies while they were on a field trip Friday.
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