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‘UnPHILtered’ | Helping veterans find careers in Indiana
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — A local nonprofit aims to help veterans start careers in Indiana. They’re called INvets. The group says they’ve helped relocate hundreds of veterans to the Hoosier state. News 8’s Phil Sanchez goes UnPHILtered Wednesday with CEO Sarah Harrison to talk more about the group’s efforts
Indiana’s Corn Checkoff Spends Summer Promoting Ethanol
The ninth annual Shift S3ctor Indy Airstrip Attack wrapped up a weekend of racing at the Marion Municipal Airport on Sunday. Yet, this was only one of several projects aimed at expanding the reach of ethanol to consumers across the state by the Indiana Corn Marketing Council (ICMC) this summer.
You Won’t Believe What is the Hottest City in Indiana
It's been a very hot summer in Indiana this year. You might be surprised to find out which Indiana city is the hottest in the entire state. It's no secret that we have had one of the hottest summers on record in 2024. The heat was especially bad here in southern Indiana. We've seen temperatures in the 90s several days in a row this summer, and that doesn't even include the humidity and heat index. There were quite a few days where the heat index was in the triple digits. It was miserable outside! All of that being said, it was a very hot summer, but do you think you know what the hottest city in Indiana is?
Indiana unschooling parents push for child-led learning, but some worry about lax regulation
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters Kori Simmons teaches her children at home, but doesn’t follow a curriculum. She doesn’t give many written tests or traditional homework. And she provides lots of educational flexibility for each child. On Monday, the Shelbyville mom might focus on Native American culture. She’ll play her […]
U.S. District Court dismisses ACLU lawsuit against controversial higher education bill
INDIANAPOLIS — A U.S. District Court judge approved the Hoosier state’s motion to dismiss a lawsuit filed by the American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana to block portions of Senate Enrolled Act 202, a higher education and tenure-related bill. ACLU of Indiana said the suit, which was originally filed in May, sought to “protect the […]
Does new Indiana on law chronic absenteeism at school hurt families?
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) – A new state law for the 2024-25 school year introduced measures aimed at curbing chronic absenteeism among students. WISH-TV contributor Emil Ekiyor joined News 8 on Wednesday to discuss the legislation. It mandates that schools actively identify and address students with chronic absenteeism. Students would be considered truant if they miss 10 […]
Koenig president: ‘We can never forget who got us here’
BOTKINS — Koenig Equipment dealerships are celebrating their 120th anniversary as an agricultural hardware store. Originating in Botkins in 1904, the business has opened 15 locations in Ohio and Indiana. Maintaining a relationship with John Deere for four generations, they have and continue to serve agricultural farmers, homeowners, professional...
Parking problems near the Indiana State Fair
INDIANAPOLIS — In the final days of the Indiana State Fair, IMPD is looking into parking problems near the fairgrounds. Police said there is no issue with neighbors charging people to park on their lawns but the issue arises when they try to charge drivers to park on public streets. “When someone is blocking off […]
Indiana’s funniest crowns winner, shares advice
INDIANAPOLIS — There are just under 7 million people living in Indiana, but one has been dubbed the funniest of us all. Voted by a team of comedy aficionados, Gwen Sunkel, won Indiana’s Funniest Comedian competition at Helium Comedy Club in downtown Indianapolis on Wednesday, Aug. 7. “I joke around that being named the funniest […]
History Hop event this weekend in Palestine
PALESTINE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— This weekend, an event in Crawford County Illinois is highlighting the historic value of the area. The ‘History Hop’ will take place in Palestine, Illinois, one of the oldest towns in the state. During this event all of the historic attractions are open at the same time, giving people the opportunity to visit […]
Indiana's three lieutenant governor candidates duke it out over ag, property taxes in debate
In a debate that veered deeply into some wonky agricultural issues, Indiana's three lieutenant governor candidates couldn't resist a few polite political jabs during their first time sharing a stage Tuesday. The format wasn't conducive for back-and-forth like a usual debate ― panelists asked candidates different questions one by one, with the...
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