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Customers of Castleton bridal store sent scrambling after business abruptly closes
INDIANAPOLIS — Brides hoping to pick up their wedding gowns and accessories at Gretchen's Bridal Gallery were instead greeted with a no trespassing sign and one that provided instructions for delivery drivers. The lights are off and the doors are locked, but if you look through the window, you'll...
'Forever grateful for all the fight she had.' Kathy Stricker advocated for girls' sports
Kathy Stricker, the only softball coach in the history of Franklin Central High School, died Tuesday after a five-year battle with cancer. Tributes poured in on social media in honor of the 67-year-old Stricker, who was an advocate for girls’ sports during her 45-year career as a teacher and coach at Franklin Central. Stricker, a former four-sport athlete at Franklin College, pushed for gender equality and inclusion in sports going back to her days growing up in Southern Indiana in the 1960s and ‘70s – before the girls’ state tournaments were offered by the Indiana High School Athletic Association.
'We've been waiting for this' | Woman with Alzheimer's has been taking new Lilly drug for over 3 years
CARMEL, Ind. — The FDA just approved Indianapolis-based Eli Lilly and Co.'s Alzheimer's drug. Lilly leaders say Kisunla slowed cognitive and functional decline by 35%. Patricia Bishara said she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2017. In 2021, she joined the drug trial. Now, she's no longer receiving infusions. "We've...
Road closures for Carmel's July 4 parade and fireworks
People may be excited for CarmelFest's 4th of July parade, events and fireworks show, but what is not as exciting are the road closures needed for the events to happen. Here's how you can get quickly and safely in and out of CarmelFest's activities for the holiday. Keep in mind...
WL City Council approves contentious high rise development 5-4
After nine members of the West Lafayette public had said their piece Monday night, with following statements from a lawyer and the mayor, the council voted. For a few beats, if only because of a misspoken final vote tally, it appeared a high rise student apartment complex was kept out of town, while several of the nine who had spoken variably fist-pumped or exchanged the hopeful glances of those whose ears may have deceived them.
A dark horse candidate who could steal a roster spot during the Colts 2024 Training Camp
Multiple intriguing roster battles are incoming for the Indianapolis Colts 2024 Training Camp. This offseason, the Colts prioritized signing their own free agents, and as a result, they didn't lose a single projected starter for the upcoming season. But one of their biggest losses was ...
Colts former first-round pick wants 'to prove that I’m what this team needs'
The Indianapolis Colts had one of the worst defenses in the league last season, allowing the fifth-most points per game (24.4) and ninth-most total yards per game (349.8).However, Indianapolis spent much of its offseason paying its homegrown talent, which included extending defensive tackle Grover Stewart, linebacker Zaire Franklin, cornerback Kenny Moore II and safety Julian Blackmon.That must mean the team is expecting several of its young players to take their games to another level in 2024. Former first-round pass-rusher Kwity Paye is among those trying to do just that."I see it as a prove-it thing now more than anything," Paye...
Another former Indiana Pacers head coach has found a new home
The Indiana Pacers hired Nate McMillan to coach the team in 2016. This was right after the Frank Vogel era had ended and their title window was officially shut. Paul George was traded and a new era of the team had started. McMillan was chosen to lead them in that era.
Terre Haute Casino Resort Goes All In on 1 Sound
Terre Haute, IN (July 2, 2024)—Casinos may be all about gambling, but when the new Terre Haute Casino Resort in Indiana was being designed, the facility needed its new speaker system to be a sure thing. With that in mind, consulting/engineering firm NV5 and installer American Sound & Electronics collaborated to design and install various AV systems in the resort, including the audio system for the 56,000-square-foot gaming floor.
A Parke County restaurant re-opens after 2022 fire
ROCKVILLE, Ind. (WTHI) - It's the start of a new chapter for a restaurant in Parke County. Benjamin's Family Restaurant in Rockville re-opened last week. In 2022, a fire started in the kitchen, destroying the building. Restaurant officials say rebuilding took time due to insurance and building material issues. However,...
Unexplained computer server issue closes Monroe County government offices until July 8
Monroe County government offices won’t reopen until Monday, when an unexplained issue with the county’s computer server will hopefully be resolved. Until then, most county employees are enjoying a full week off. Thursday, July 4, already was a paid holiday. County attorney Jeff Cockerill said on Tuesday that...
Former 2nd Overall Pick Signs With Pacers
The Indiana Pacers have had a quiet offseason thus far, not making many free agency signings or trades. Teams like the Clippers, 76ers, and Mavericks are all over social media and TV shows, yet the Pacers are a handful of teams staying out of the headlines. However, the organization finally signed a player who wasn’t on their roster last year. That player is James Wiseman.
Report: Former Indiana basketball guard Jalen Hood-Schifino recovering from back surgery, will not play in summer league
The NBA Summer League is just around the corner and Indiana basketball is going to have a presence once again. With that said however, there will be one notable absence from the Indiana program that will not be on a roster this summer. Per a report from ProHoopsWriters Dan Woike,...
Here's when it's supposed to rain on the Fourth of July in Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Over 2 inches of rain fell yesterday across Louisville and other locations in southern Indiana. This has led to flash flooding into the mid portion of the holiday work week. Now, just in time for Independence Day itself, some more showers and storms will affect central Kentucky and southern Indiana.
Wrestling: Minot High School Wrestler goes 9-0 in the 2024 Women’s National Duals in Indiana
MINOT, N.D.– While most kids spend their summer sleeping in all day and staying up all night, eighth grader and Minot High School Majette wrestler Madisyn Racine has been putting in work all summer long, as she just finished 9-0 in the 2024 Womens National Duals held in Westfield, Indiana. Wrestling with the High School […]
Bedford fireworks display to happen as planned on July 4
BEDFORD—The City of Bedford fireworks display will happen as scheduled. It will kick off at dusk at Wilson Park. In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved to Saturday, July 6 at dusk. For information and updates, visit the City of Bedford’s Facebook page or wbiw.com.
Severe rain floods parts of Jasper
JASPER, Ind. (WEHT) – Severe rain in Southern Indiana caused flash flooding in Jasper on Wednesday. The flooding closed the intersections of Brescher Drive and Skyview Drive. The flooding also drowned cars, filled drains and roadways. According to several social media posts, locals have also reportedly had to park cars on higher roads to avoid […]
Ohio Open golf tournament: Drew Salyers wins championship at Westfield Country Club
WESTFIELD CENTER — Another tight finish at the Ohio Open Championship resulted in a new champion Wednesday on the South Course of Westfield Country Club. Drew Salyers, a former All-Big Ten player, won the 103rd Ohio Open by one shot after the lead changed hands several times during the final round. He shot a 2-under-par 68 during the final round to finish with a 54-hole score of 10-under 200.
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