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'All for money': Indiana city, county spar over where alcohol will be allowed outdoors
Just a couple of months ago, Noblesville hailed the passage of an ordinance that allows outdoor drinking downtown as a catalyst to add vigor, foot traffic and open-air fellowship on the historic courthouse square. But two county commissioners are now telling the city to get off their lawn. ...
Volunteers build new fences for local stable
Volunteers visited Koteewi Stable and Trails, managed by Ben’s Ranch Foundation in Noblesville, on June 22 to help build fences. Brose McVey, Ben’s Ranch founder and executive director, said the foundation’s management of the stables creates a platform for teens to work, learn and grow by caring for the horses and facility. They also learn about the business aspects of running a stable.
IMPD responds to large gathering of juveniles downtown
INDIANAPOLIS – Indianapolis Metropolitan police responded after a large crowd of juveniles gathered downtown early Friday morning. IMPD officers were called to the area near Meridian and Washington after the juveniles gathered around 2 a.m., well after downtown’s July 4 fireworks had concluded. The state curfew law is in effect, meaning anyone 15 or under […]
G3 Indiana Oaks & G3 Indiana Derby Preview: Cox Seeks Sweep of Meet’s Lynchpin Stakes
SHELBYVILLE, Ind. (Thursday, July 4, 2024) — Brad Cox is as much a fixture on Horseshoe Indianapolis’ biggest day of racing as corn in the surrounding fields. This year Cox brings Dragoon Guard, a 3-year-old colt with limited experience but huge potential, to the $300,000, Grade 3 Indiana Derby and the Grade 1-placed Impel to the $200,000, Grade 3 Indiana Oaks. Florent Geroux will ride both Juddmonte-owned horses in the 1 1/16 miles races.
Multiple bollards damaged in safety project at 86th and the Monon
INDIANAPOLIS — It's been more than two weeks since a new safety initiative started at 86th Street and the Monon Trail in the Nora neighborhood. The intersection is considered one of the most dangerous crossings in Indianapolis with about a million people using it yearly. That's why 50 volunteers...
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...
Bicycle Fest returns to downton Indy
IU Health Momentum Indy's 2 day cycling celebration kicks off July 12th and 13th in the heart of downtown. There are two iconic bike rides, kids races, entertainment, parties and more! Click here to learn more about each of the bike rides and the free activities families can take part in.
What is pentobarbital? More questions than answers surround Indiana’s new execution drug.
After state officials announced last week that Indiana will resume executions for the first time in over a decade, secrecy largely shrouds the new drug, pentobarbital, acquired for the impending lethal injections. The one-drug method is a departure from the state’s protocol used since 1995, involving a series of three chemicals. Although no state-level executions […] The post What is pentobarbital? More questions than answers surround Indiana’s new execution drug. appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
IN, KY rank among the most smoking-addicted states
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – A new study has revealed the US states most addicted to smoking, based on the percentage of residents attempting to quit. Both Indiana and Kentucky rank in the top ten for smoking addiction, with a low percentage of current smokers trying to quit. Methodology Researchers explain the study, which was conducted […]
Indiana loses 3.5% of farmland; gains 1.7%
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Indiana State Department of Agriculture has determined that there has been an overall reduction in farmland acres between approximately 1.5 to 2 percent from 2010 to 2022. This was determined through an inventory of lost farmland that showed in that time frame the total agricultural acreage in the state dropped […]
What to know about fireworks laws in Indiana
INDIANA, USA — Fireworks laws can vary from state-to-state and city-to-city, and this is no different in Indiana. Before you start setting off fireworks this Fourth of July, here's which ones are legal in the Hoosier state. In general, people in Indiana can set off consumer fireworks on their...
Indiana Department Of Natural Resources Launches Contest For Wildlife Artists
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is looking for artists for its Fish and Wildlife Art and Photo Contest!. Beginning in early 2025, you will have the option to purchase your Indiana hunting, fishing, trapping or combination license as a durable card. DNR says these will hold up better to outdoor conditions.
Use of deadly force policy changes statewide
INDIANAPOLIS – Starting July 1, a handful of new laws went into effect in Indiana. This includes an update to deadly force policies for law enforcement. For the last 1.5 years, the Law Enforcement Training Board has been working to create a uniform policy for all agencies in the state to follow when it comes […]
Semi truck driver in critical condition after Whitestown road rage shooting
WHITESTOWN, Ind. — Officials with the Whitestown Police Department released information regarding Wednesday afternoon’s road rage shooting that left a person in critical condition and impacted traffic for multiple hours. According to previous reports, officials closed I-65 near the 130.5 mile marker Wednesday afternoon. The Boone County Sheriff’s Office originally said a portion of the […]
Family says a shooting and a crash of 2 cars into a bus began with argument
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Everything started with an argument, says the family member of a woman in critical condition after a Friday morning crash that involved her being shot. Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officers around 6 a.m. Friday responded to a report of shots fired in the 1800 block of North Harding Street. That’s on the […]
'We give horses wings' | Transporting 1,200-pound animals for Paris Olympics events takes months of planning
INDIANAPOLIS — More than 10,000 athletes from all over the world will compete in the 2024 Olympics in Paris this summer. Those athletes include horses in the equestrian events. For Team USA, the logistics of transporting multiple 1,200-pound animals overseas is incredible. Majestic. Powerful. Beautiful. Those are some of...
Indiana’s New Reading Law and Summer School Initiatives Aim to Boost Literacy Skills for Low-Income Students
Indiana’s New Reading Law and Summer School Initiatives Aim to Support Low-Income Students. Summer Learning Labs in Indiana: Addressing Educational Disparities Through Literacy Programs. Indiana’s new reading law could have significant effects on students from low-income families particularly in how it addresses third-grade retention based on the IREAD-3 test,...
Chalkbeat Indiana story: Indiana’s revamped reading law could have big consequences for students from low-income families
Mariama Shaheed, Global Preparatory Academy’s head of school, works with students during Summer Learning Lab on June 27. Students attend the free program to practice reading skills ahead of the IREAD-3, or to get ahead on math and literacy. (Photo/Aleksandra Appleton of Chalkbeat) This story was originally published by...
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