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Southern Indiana airport plans big changes, including new terminal, commercial development
From a new terminal building to new runway lights and a modernized air traffic control tower, Monroe County Airport officials hope to raise and secure more than $20 million in local, state and federal funding to prepare the facility for the next decades. Meanwhile, local business and education leaders expect an updated airport...
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 […]
Vigo County Sheriff John Plasse passed away at age 60
VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Vigo County Sheriff John Plasse passed away Wednesday at the age of 60 after a battle with cancer. According to a news release from the Vigo County Sheriff’s Office, “The Vigo County Sheriff’s Office lost a leader, colleague, and friend today: Sheriff John Plasse passed away this morning after a […]
Last Whitestown Bike With A Cop Event Set For Saturday, July 27
The Whitestown Metropolitan Police Department Bike with a Cop event will continue this Saturday, July 27 with opportunities for the community to explore the town and bond with other community members and law enforcement. The Bike with a Cop events are hosted annually by the Whitestown Metropolitan Police Department Bike...
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.
Fudge, a shooting gallery and more coming from Richmond's new Uranus Fudge Factory
RICHMOND, Ind. — Uranus is spreading even wider, albeit a little later than initially planned. On Jan. 10, Uranus Fudge Factory & General Store's mayor released an official statement on his website that said the third location will be coming to Richmond early this summer but has since been delayed to late fall or early winter of this year. ...
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...
Shock Twist in Indianapolis Family Slaughter Trial as Judge Declares Mistrial Amid Tearful Testimonies
In Indianapolis, a trial that has held the city's collective breath took an unforeseen turn when a mistrial was declared in the case of Raymond Childs III, the young man accused of the tragic and heinous murder of six members of his family. The presiding judge in Marion County set the ground for a new phase of legal proceedings after something said during witness testimony led to the mistrial, as reported by WTHR. While details were scant, this disruption in the trial indicates the challenges of navigating through emotionally charged testimonies and the weight of ensuring a fair trial.
Chef Oya gets ready to say goodbye to The Trap
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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...
Indiana basketball set to face Marian University — coached by Pat Knight — in Exhibition game
Indiana basketball has an exhibition game set for the upcoming 2024-25 season against a team with huge ties to the program. As it was announced via Twitter, Marian University will return to Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on November 1st in an exhibition matchup. The Marian Knights are coached by by first year head coach and son of legendary Indiana basketball head coach Bobby Knight, Pat Knight.
NCAA Basketball Recruiting: Analyzing top 6 teams for 4-star 2025 PF Dezmon Briscoe
Dezmon Briscoe is a consensus top-150 overall prospect in the 2025 NCAA Basketball recruiting class, coming from Indianapolis, Indiana. He's listed at 6'8 and 225 pounds and a physical big man, capable of playing both inside positions. Briscoe is a solid athlete with a nice motor, whose post skills should...
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?
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