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SPRINTACULAR WEEKEND ON TAP FOR USAC SPRINTS JULY 5-6 AT LINCOLN PARK
The post-Independence Day boom takes us to not one, but two-straight USAC AMSOIL Sprint Car National Championship events on Friday-Saturday night, July 5-6, at Putnamville, Indiana’s Lincoln Park Speedway. The 5/16-mile dirt oval they call The Capital of the Cushion is the playground for the 10th annual IndianaOpenWheel.com Bill...
Children’s Museum of Indianapolis - Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles®: Secrets of the Sewer
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is the world’s largest children’s museum. The museum strives to ignite joy, wonder, and curiosity by creating powerful learning experiences for children and adults. We sit down with Hyacinth Rucker, Manager of Public and Media Relations to...
Westfield vocalists eager for Songbook Academy
Journee Woodley didn’t know about the Songbook Academy until her parents brought it to her attention. “We’re always looking for new things to do musically to branch out.” said Woodley, who will be a Westfield High School senior in August. After she applied, she said the anticipation...
Indiana Weather: Clear and Warm Weekend, Perfect for Outdoor Plans
Indianapolis, IN – Central Indiana residents can look forward to a clear, sunny weekend with lower humidity and highs in the 80s. The US National Weather Service in Indianapolis has forecasted a dry spell for the upcoming weekend, providing a perfect opportunity for outdoor activities. According to the National...
ISP increases patrols over holiday weekend
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- As thousands travel for the holiday weekend, Indiana State Police say that they are increasing the number of patrols and keeping an eye on the roadways. According to ISP, this weekend is set to be one of the busiest traffic weekends of the year. State Police Sergeant, Matt Ames says that at […]
Indiana loses 3.5% of farmland; gains 1.7%
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Indiana State Department of Agriculture has determined that there has been an overall reduction in farmland acres between approximately 1.5 to 2 percent from 2010 to 2022. This was determined through an inventory of lost farmland that showed in that time frame the total agricultural acreage in the state dropped […]
Kentucky, Indiana government buildings closed for Independence Day
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - All local and state government buildings in Kentucky and Indiana are closed for Independence Day. All offices and branches of the Jefferson County Clerk’s Office will be closed Thursday and Friday. Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicle (BMV) branches open back up on Friday. Anyone who...
Teen struck by fire department truck has died
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — 2nd Update: The Vigo County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that the 17-year-old male who was flown to Indianapolis after being hit by a pickup truck belonging to the Prairieton Fire Department has died. In a post to Facebook, the sheriff’s office identified the...
Illinois Residents Getting Sick Because of a Dangerous Parasite
If you've been feeling sick over the past couple of months, it may be due to a parasite that typically causes more illnesses in the summer months. According to the Centers for Disease Control, they're investigating an "outbreak linked to a food source" which causes a diarrheal illness reportedly due to a parasite called Cyclospora cayetanensis, or cyclosporiasis.
Renee Rogge Becomes Dean of Faculty
Award-winning educator and scholar Renee Rogge, PhD, has moved into the role of Dean of Faculty, along with continuing as a professor of biomedical engineering. She started this academic leadership position on July 1. As Dean of Faculty, Rogge will be responsible for executing academic goals that have had Rose-Hulman...
Linton’s Freedom Festival went off well after rain delay
LINTON, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)– Now to a much anticipated fourth of July event today in Linton. It’s the Linton Freedom Festival Parade. Despite a delay because of this morning’s rain, this afternoon around 120 entries made their way down Main Street and State Road 54. Participants passed out candy and waved at people lining the parade […]
Knox County officials say new affordable apartments are coming soon
KNOX COUNTY, Ind.(WTHI) - New companies like AgroRenew are bringing in hundreds of jobs to Knox county, so making sure there are enough housing options in the area is crucial. This housing development specifically will include 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments across 13 acres. As of right now, the...
Knox County sets up free clinic for students to get vaccinated
VINCENNES, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— Knox County is determined to help get their students ready for the upcoming school year by setting up an easy way to get their necessary vaccines. With the new school year just a few months away Knox county is starting an event to make sure young residents are ready with their necessary […]
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