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Drew Kibler's near-misses fuel drive for Olympic gold: 'That’s what I’m here for.'
INDIANAPOLIS – If there is a statement summarizing the swimming journey of Drew Kibler, it is this, from poet Robert Browning: Ah, but a man’s reach should exceed his grasp, Or what’s a heaven for? ...
Connecting Students to Agbioscience Careers through AgriNovus Indiana’s Field Atlas Program
There are countless career opportunities in the agbioscience industry—but many college students may not even know they exist. That’s why AgriNovus Indiana is helping students to make those connections through their Field Atlas program. “I feel like that’s been the most shocking thing I’ve learn while being in...
Receipts show increase in Indiana school supply cost
AVON, Ind. (WISH) — The average amount a family will spend on school supplies this year has increased to $918, according to the National Retail Federation. That’s $28 more than last year’s number. That change is felt across Indiana as parents gear up to send their kids back to school this week and in the […]
Arts Commission invests over $3.5M to strengthen communities through art and creativity
Last Updated on July 28, 2024 by Cass County Communication Network. (INDIANAPOLIS) – The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) has awarded $3,521,351 to 338 nonprofits to fund arts projects and organizations around the state through the Arts Organization Support and Arts Project Support grant programs. During its June 14 Quarterly...
Showers & storms possible Monday; heat and humidity peaking midweek
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WFFT) -- Multiple rain chances exist over the next few days as humidity levels remain very high across NE Indiana and NW Ohio. Monday sees the chance of lingering showers in the morning. Monday’s high temperatures reach the mid 80s, with dew point values rising into the...
Carmel, Indiana only U.S. city with 3 Olympic swimmers in Paris
Carmel, Indiana, the 106,000-person city that calls itself SwimCity, is living up to the name coined by Mayor Sue Finkam: It is the only city with three hometown swimmers competing in the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, according to SwimSwam, using USA Swimming parameters. Drew Kibler, who competed in the...
Paris Olympics | Indiana makes its mark as Team USA gets its first gold
NANTERRE, France — Notre Dame and Carmel made more swim history Saturday night at the Paris Olympics. Chris Guiliano is not only the first Notre Dame men’s swimmer to represent Team USA at an Olympic Games. Now, he is the first gold medalist. Guiliano gave the Americans the...
Carmel in brief — July 30, 2024
Commission on veterans, military families launched – The City of Carmel has launched the Mayor’s Advisory Commission on Veterans and Military Families, an initiative dedicated to addressing the unique needs and challenges faced by veterans and military families within the community. City Councilor Matthew Snyder will serve as chairperson of this commission, a volunteer body composed of up to nine members, appointed by Mayor Sue Finkam. Members were chosen from a diverse cross-section of the armed services veteran residents and business owners of Carmel. For more information on the commission, contact the mayor’s office at 317-571-2401.
‘All INdiana Politics’ | July 28, 2024
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — On Sunday’s edition of “All INdiana Politics,” Vice President Kamala Harris visited Indianapolis to address the biennial gathering of the historically Black sorority Zeta Phi Beta. In her speech, Harris discussed affordable health care, fighting poverty, the economy, child care, maternal care, Project 2025, and more. Later in the show, News 8’s […]
Indiana athlete schedule in the 2024 Paris Olympics on Monday, July 29
The 2024 Paris Olympics are scheduled for July 26-Aug. 11 in and around the French capital (except for surfing, which is in Tahiti). Forty-two sports will be contested, including the debuts of breaking and kayak cross. At least eight athletes with strong Indiana ties are returning after winning a medal in a previous...
New Study Reveals Indiana Has One of the Best School Systems in America
Choosing the right school for your kiddo is a huge decision for parents. But, what does that even mean - the "right" school? That answer is probably different for every student. So how does a parent - especially parents of youngsters just starting school - make that decision? WalletHub just released a report that might provide some insight to parents.
Pack Away Hunger looks to end hunger locally and internationally
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Pack Away Hunger gives a beacon of hope as an organization dedicated to eradicating hunger for those battling hunger daily. Founded in 2010, Pack Away Hunger operates with a clear objective: to eliminate hunger in Indiana and beyond. Nick Reich, the executive director, joined News 8’s Daybreak to discuss the organization’s mission […]
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