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Snapshot: TechHOUNDS compete at robotics invitational
The Carmel High School TechHOUNDS were among approximately 60 teams to compete in the Indiana Robotics Invitational competition July 12 and 13 at Lawrence Central High School. The teams represented schools from 19 states, along with Canada and Mexico. (Photos by Adam Seif)
Zionsville plans for financial future
Long-term spending was the focus of Mayor John Stehr’s July 1 report to the Zionsville Town Council. “We’ve been working on developing a five-year spending plan, and this has really been a very helpful tool in the 2025 budgeting process,” Stehr said. “All of our department heads submitted amendments to their five-year spending proposals and we are working through (the budgeting process) with our advisors at (accounting firm) Crowe (LLP) with a goal of bringing forth an appropriate five-year plan to show (the town council) at the Aug. 5 meeting, as well as an initial budget and spend down plan for our surplus for the budget workshop, which follows the Aug. 5 meeting.”
44 Days to Purdue Football: Ayden Murray & Nick Levy
With just 44 days left until kickoff for the 2024 Purdue Boilermakers football season, there are a pair that share that #44 with defensive back Ayden Murray and long snapper Nick Levy. Murray, a defensive back out of Shakur Heights, Ohio, was a preferred walk-on in the 2024 class. At just 5’10 and 168 pounds, the small defensive back was an all-conference player twice while garnering defensive player of the year honors his senior season.
MISO President Clair Moeller retires, CEO John Bear to assume role
Carmel, Ind.-based regional transmission organization Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) announced Thursday (July 18) that Clair Moeller, president and chief operating officer, will retire on Dec. 31. CEO John Bear will assume the role of president on Jan. 1. As a grid operator, MISO’s footprint spans Manitoba, Canada, and 15...
7-second viral video of an Indy man’s killing raises questions about self-defense, road rage
The viral video captured in Indianapolis has made rounds across the country. You've probably seen it: A man in shorts and a green shirt holding a handgun approaches a white 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe and bangs on the driver-side window before the pickup's driver, who also was armed, fatally shoots him. ...
Purdue Sports: Basketball, Football, Coaches & Rivalries Explained
Andrew Ledman of Hammer And Rails shares insights on Purdue Athletics with UWDP, discussing expectations for the men's basketball and football teams and highlighting the coaching prowess of Matt Painter and Katie Gearlds. Purdue men's basketball team reached the national title game recently. Coach Painter has elevated Purdue's expectations to...
Better Know a B1G Q&A: Purdue Boilermakers
Our Better Know a B1G series rolls on with the Purdue Boilermakers! Andrew Ledman of Purdue’s SB Nation site Hammer and Rails was kind enough to answer a few questions about the Boilermakers and their various athletic programs. So without further ado, let’s learn about the alma mater of Zach Edey and Mike Alstott!
Rush County deputy charged with pointing gun at person
RUSH COUNTY, Ind. — A Rush County Sheriff’s deputy has been officially charged with two criminal misdemeanors after allegedly pointing a firearm at someone. The sheriff’s department confirmed that Deputy Bobby Peck of Mooreland is charged with pointing an (unloaded) firearm at another person and criminal recklessness, both misdemeanors. The sheriff’s department also confirmed that […]
Westfield Youth Assistance Program receives grant funds
The Westfield Youth Assistance Program has received a $15,000 grant from the Arthur Dean Family Foundation. The WYAP connects Westfield youth with core services, including mentoring, tutoring, mental health support, camps and enrichment activities. The grant will enhance WYAP’s tutoring program, which supported 45 youth in the Westfield Washington School district in the 2023-24 school year and continues to make a difference in the lives of young people.
Town Of Whitestown Appoints New Council Member For District 3
The Town of Whitestown has announced the recent appointment of the new Whitestown Town Council member representing District 3 as a member of the Whitestown Redevelopment Commission and ties to the community. The town announced the appointment of Courtenay Smock as the new Whitestown Town Council member for District 3....
WL man faces drug, gun charges after police called to local park
A 29-year-old local man faces three criminal charges after police responded to a call of an occupied vehicle in Happy Hollow Park after it was closed for the night. In the early morning hours Wednesday, police made contact with four people in the vehicle. As a result of the investigation, Dakota Lee Fields, of 506 Trace 5, West Lafayette, was charged with one felony, unlawful carrying of a handgun, and two misdemeanors, possession of paraphernalia and possession of marijuana, according to documents filed by the Tippecanoe County Prosecutor’s Office on July 17.
Lafayette law firm employee arrested, suspected of theft from client
LAFAYETTE, Ind. ― Molly Pellam found an uncashed 2022 check for $11,000 in the law office where she worked and cashed it, according to a Tippecanoe County Sheriff's Office investigation. On Wednesday morning, detectives arrested Pellam, 30, of the 3300 block of Comanche Trail in Lafayette, on suspicion of...
Zionsville Police Department Warns Of Officer Impersonation Sams
The Zionsville Police Department has announced that officers have recently received reports from community members that scammers are. attempting to defraud community members by pretending to be an officer to obtain personal and sensitive information. The department announced on Tuesday evening that they received reports of unknown individuals impersonating officers...
Caitlin Clark's Popularity Is Taking NASCAR To New Heights
Caitlin Clark is everywhere. She's an international sensation. Even as a rookie, she is already the face of the WNBA. And while all eyes will be glued to WNBA All-Star Weekend, that gets under way Friday night, a few (million) eyes may also take a peek at Clark's latest form of marketing. With the ...
For Jim Everett, Purdue’s 1984 season still glows with magic 40 years later
Jim Everett looks back at Purdue's magical 1984 season that saw the squad knock off Notre Dame, Ohio State and Michigan The post For Jim Everett, Purdue’s 1984 season still glows with magic 40 years later appeared first on On3.
Three to watch, one to avoid for the Brickyard 400
The NASCAR Cup Series is back at the famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway for Sunday's Brickyard 400, the first race on Indy's oval circuit since Kevin Harvick pulled out a victory in 2020.Harvick is no longer active in the Cup Series — in fact, only three previous Brickyard 400 winners are in Sunday's field and one of them is the semi-retired Jimmie Johnson. This race could be a bit of a wild card, so let's look at three drivers to watch — a favorite, contender and a dark horse — as well as one name who probably won't be kissing the yard of...
OUTAGES ACROSS THE COUNTRY AFFECT WHITEWATER VALLEY
There is developing overnight national and international news that is affecting us here in the Whitewater Valley. There have been IT outages across the country that are affecting airports, banks, and some 911 services. It appears to be connected to Microsoft. At 4:30 this morning, Union County dispatchers indicated that both their 911 and non-emergency lines are down. Butler County is reporting similar 911 outages. There have also been reports of bank cards not working. There are also major affects at airports across the country, including at our two closest. Major air carriers have asked the FAA for a global ground stop on all flights. Our two closest airports air having issues. In Dayton, some flight statuses are now listed as either unknown or delayed. At Cincinnati, outbound travelers are not able to check in for their flights. National security officials are saying all of the issues are not the result of a cyber attack, but are pointing the finger at a computer glitch by the firm Crowdstrike.
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