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Bartholomew County driver dead after truck runs off road into lake
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY, Ind. — A driver was found dead at the scene of an accident in Bartholomew County Monday afternoon after a truck exited the roadway and became partially submerged in a lake. Deputies with the Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Office responded around 3:43 p.m. to a lake located in the 8000 block of W. Old […]
Iconic Indiana ice cream shop plays starring role in short film
COLUMBUS, Ind. — The Indy Shorts International Film Festival is this week, and it includes a world premiere that prominently features a popular Hoosier restaurant. The iconic Columbus, Indiana ice cream shop known for serving up sundaes with a side of historical charm now has a new claim to fame: star of a film.
New Direction Church Backpack Giveaway (Gallery)
New Direction Church successfully hosted an unforgettable back-to-school block party! Pastor Ken Sullivan graciously shared insights into this special event. Families enjoyed a range of free offerings, including delicious food, backpacks filled with school supplies, uniforms, sneakers, and shoes—everything needed to prepare for the school year ahead. Additionally, Kuts 4 Kids provided free haircuts, and dental screenings ensured that students started the year healthy and confident.
Ex-doctor who operated Muncie pain clinic sentenced to 54 months in prison
MUNCIE, Ind. — Nearly a decade after it began, the legal saga of William Perry Hedrick apparently ended Friday when the former physician was sentenced to 54 months in prison. The 62-year-old Hedrick, most recently of Fort Wayne, operated a pain clinic in Muncie that opened in July 2013...
IU basketball recruiting: 2025 in-state guard Braylon Mullins cuts list to 10
Braylon Mullins’ list of suitors just kept growing all spring and summer. On Monday he started the process of narrowing things back down. Reported through multiple national outlets, Mullins has cut his list down to 10 possible destinations. The 10 schools Mullins will consider going forward are Alabama, Duke,...
Judge declares mistrial in case against Indy man accused of killing 6 people
UPDATE: A judge declared a mistrial on Tuesday afternoon after a witness violated court testimony protocol by directly addressing Raymond Childs III and asking him, “Why did you do it, Raymond?” After an hour-long break, Judge Chris Miller admonished the witness and then questioned the jury members to determine if the off-hand comments could have […]
INDOT: Spring Mill Rd. bridge still impacted after semi-truck collision
INDIANAPOLIS — Officials with the Indiana Department of Transportation recently provided an update surrounding work on the Spring Mill Rd. bridge over I-465 after a semi-truck collided with the bridge earlier this month. According to a post on social media from the Indiana Department of Transportation: East Central, officials said maintenance crews were able to […]
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.
Purdue Extension to present engaging art and nature demonstrations at Indiana State Fair
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Fair kicks off Aug. 2 and highlights the theme “The Art & Nature of Fun” in collaboration with Newfields. Fairgoers will have the opportunity to speak with Purdue University representatives about agricultural and nature-related topics, which are available year-round through Purdue Extension.
Indiana DNC endorses Kamala Harris for President
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Indiana DNC Delegation voted unanimously to endorse current Vice President Kamala Harris’ candidacy for President. According to officials, Indiana’s delegates voted to endorse Harris to replace President Biden on the ballot this evening in a virtual call. Indiana Democratic Party Chair Mike Schmuhl says, “Vice President Kamala Harris has already […]
IDC: Indiana’s gubernatorial candidates to participate in televised debate
INDIANAPOLIS — Three Indiana gubernatorial candidates will participate in a televised debate in October. According to a press release, Republican Mike Braun, Democrat Jennifer McCormick and Libertarian Donald Rainwater will debate live at WFYI — the public TV station in Indianapolis — on Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. The Indiana Debate Commission will organize the […]
Tax reform is essential for the future of Indiana agriculture
It’s the heat of the summer, which means farmers are constantly monitoring the weather, tending to livestock, and focusing on pest and disease management for their crops. Unfortunately, this summer also finds landowners reeling from property tax statements that hit mailboxes during planting season. Farmers are experiencing a 27% increase in their farmland taxes this […] The post Tax reform is essential for the future of Indiana agriculture appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Errington plans town hall meeting on proposal to change state diploma system
MUNCIE, Ind. — State Rep. Sue Errington has scheduled a town hall meeting for Friday, July 26, on plans by the Indiana Department of Education to restructure Indiana's high school diploma system. The meeting, open to the public, will be 6-8 p.m. at Kennedy Library, 1700 W. McGalliard Road.
SEI Trio Named to Preseason All-State Teams
INDIANAPOLIS – Three high school football stars from southeastern Indiana received recognition from Indiana Preps over the weekend. Lawrenceburg senior Noah Knigga and Milan senior Dylan Offill were named to the 2024 Small School Top 22 All-State Team, while South Dearborn junior Brady Ballart landed on the Underclassmen Top 22 All-State Team.
Local News Headlines: July 23, 2024
The Indiana Department of Health announced that the West Nile virus was reported for the first time in the state, this year. A Lake County Resident acquired the disease that is transmitted from Mosquittos. Most who test positive for West Nile develop zero or mild flu-like symptoms, however some do go on to experience a more serious form of the virus affecting the nervous system that in some extreme cases has led to death.
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