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Indiana becoming home to duck with 'harlot-like face' and 'lipstick-colored bill'
In 2017, the first black-bellied whistling ducks were reported in Vanderburgh County, Indiana. The following year, on July 28, two adults and 14 downy chicks were photographed in Posey County, confirming Indiana’s first breeding record. Now, only seven years since that first sighting, black-bellied whistling ducks in Southwestern Indiana...
Carmel swimming’s Chris Plumb on coaching at the Olympics: ‘It’s what you live for’
CARMEL, Ind. (WISH) — USA Swimming head coach Anthony Nesty called over Chris Plumb on the second Saturday morning during the Team USA Swimming Trials in Indianapolis. Plumb, the Carmel High School and Carmel Swim Club head coach, had gotten his second swimmer to qualify for the Olympics just two days before. He thought he […]
Fallen First Responders Program Pays off ISP Trooper’s Mortgage
DEKALB COUNTY, Ind. — You may remember Indiana State Police Trooper James Bailey, who lost his life while on duty last year. An organization dedicated to honoring fallen first responders has stepped in to make sure Trooper Bailey’s family doesn’t have to worry about their future. Trooper Bailey, 50, was killed March 3rd, 2023. He […] The post Fallen First Responders Program Pays off ISP Trooper’s Mortgage appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Zionsville’s South Village proposal delayed to July 15
Consideration of the proposed South Village planned unit development was delayed once again in June, with the $250 million project scheduled to come before the Zionsville Plan Commission July 15. Jeff Jacob, attorney and partner with Hackman Hulett who is working with the town on the PUD, said the plans...
Snapshot: Carmel Pride returns to Carter Green
Carmel Pride, which celebrates the local LGBTQ+ community, returned June 30 at Carter Green. The event included live music, vendors and – new this year – drag shows at Feinstein’s in Hotel Carmichael. Learn more at CarmelPride.org. (Photos by Adanna Mbanu)
Know The Rules: Fireworks Laws For Hoosiers In Indiana
With Independence Day on the way, many of you will be heading outside with family and friends for cookouts and fireworks, but when can you legally light off your fireworks?. Fireworks are an American tradition when it comes to celebrating the 4th of July, and while they certainly can be fun, they are still explosives that pose a serious threat to the safety of yourself, others, and surrounding personal property. Because of the potential for danger, there are laws governing when and where you can set off your July 4th fireworks.
Federal agencies ordered to halt voter registration services in Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS (WIBC) — Secretary of State Diego Morales has ordered more than one hundred federal agencies to stop providing voter registration services in the Hoosier state. Morales told these agencies to obtain state permission before engaging in election-related activities. His orders stem from an executive order issued by President Biden in 2021 that mandates federal agencies […]
Zionsville Food Drive Accepts Donations Through July 31
The Zionsville Police Department announced the launch of the Town of Zionsville Food Drive that will accept non-perishable food items from July 1 through July 31 at multiple locations in the town. The Town of Zionsville, in collaboration with the Zionsville Police Department and the Zionsville Fire Department, is hosting...
Stars & Stripes Forever in Noblesville
Storms swept through Hamilton County twice on Thursday: once in the morning and once in the evening. Between those two rounds of rain, Noblesville had the only dry 4th of July parade. Carmel had the wettest parade we have ever seen. Cicero canceled its late-morning parade over public safety concerns. Sheridan also canceled its parade, but the local version of the Rebel Alliance had a small one later in the day anyway.
Three FAST swimmers win at Open Water State Championship
Several Hamilton County swimmers competed in the 2024 Open Water State Championship, which took place June 25 at Geist Waterfront Park in Fishers. There were three winners from Fishers Area Swimming Tigers (FAST). Liam Chop won the Boys 11-12 division, Lexi Adams was first in the Girls 13-14 category and AJ Adams won the Boys 15 and over division. Carmel Swim Club’s Addy Czarnecki was first in the Girls 15 and over category.
Who has the best rain barrel in Carmel? Don’t ask us, that decision is all yours
CARMEL, Ind. (THE REPORTER) — Carmel’s Rain on Main event will take place Aug. 9 to 17 in the Arts & Design District. Walt Thacker, seen here, will represent the Hamilton County Artists’ Association and is one of two dozen artists who are painting these rain barrels. On Aug. 9, these barrels will be displayed […]
Goodness Gracious Kitchen and Cupboard opens in Carmel
Tobi Mares was beginning to think her dream of opening her own restaurant wasn’t going to happen. “It’s been a long time coming,” Mares said. “I was just about to give up. I was so defeated, not being able to find a location. I didn’t want to settle. I knew I wanted to stay in Carmel. When every location fell through for a variety of reasons, I tried not to get upset. But when the last one fell through, I thought, ‘Maybe I’m not supposed to do this.’”
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...
Boone County Chamber Of Commerce To Host ‘Strengths Workshop’ On July 26
The Boone County Chamber of Commerce will host a “Strengths Workshop” featuring a renowned guest speaker to provide the community with information and tactics to harness their personal strengths. The Chamber event will be held on July 26 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Lebanon Public...
Crash and Shooting Incident on Indy’s Northwest Side
INDIANAPOLIS –Police are investigating whether a shooting occurred before a crash on the near northwest side. Early this morning, IMPD officers responded to shots fired in the 1800 block of North Harding Street, a residential area near Riverside Park. Police arrived at the intersection of 18th and Harding Streets and discovered a collision involving two […] The post Crash and Shooting Incident on Indy’s Northwest Side appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
G2 winner Regal Realm looks for edge in Indiana General Assembly at Horseshoe Indianapolis
If the distance is a bit farther than trainer Jonathan Thomas’ preference for Regal Realm’s 5-year-old debut, the $100,000 Indiana General Assembly Distaff at 1 1/16 miles is perfect timing to start Augustin Stable’s mare on the road to her ultimate objective: the $1.5 million, Grade 3 Kentucky Downs Ladies Turf, a mile race she won last year.
Chestnut relishes new hot dog competition as Nathan’s goes on without him
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The fastest eater in the West (and Westfield, for that matter) is finally talking frankly about the split in competitive eating. Through social media and a new exclusive interview, Joey Chestnut insists he’s looking forward to wolfing down hot dogs more than 2,000 miles away from the event that first vaulted him […]
Health Spotlight | Breakthrough treatment makes dad cancer-free
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Hodgkin lymphoma is a cancer of the immune system. It mostly strikes people in the prime of their lives – between 20 and 40 years old – and is usually treated with chemo and radiation. Now, a new treatment is turning the body against the deadly cells – giving more hope to […]
The Indiana Pacers are banking on growth in 2024-25
The Indiana Pacers didn't have the means to go out and take swings in free agency. Looking at the history of the franchise, that's not something they do much anyway. Indiana typically isn't a free-agent destination so they don't have a lot of cap space most offseasons. After re-signing Pascal...
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