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What to Know About Indiana’s Purple Paint Law Before Hunting Season Begins
If you see purple paint on trees in Indiana, they aren't for decoration. That purple paint means that you need to leave immediately. As the weather starts to cool off, and the leaves begin to change, many people start to think about being in the woods again. After the heat and humidity, and bugs, are gone, there is something special about the woods in the fall. That's especially true for hunters. I have never been much of a hunter, but my friends are avid deer hunters. I know that this is the time of year when they are gearing up for that big buck that they never can seem to get. You might know everything there is to know when it comes to hunting, but there are still some out there who don't abide by the rules. Deer hunting season in Indiana kicks off very soon, so consider this a heads-up before you wonder out into the woods.
Indiana justices to decide if elected officials are full-time employees
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indiana Supreme Court will decide if county elected officials count as full-time employees. The state’s highest court announced Tuesday it will hear the case of Keith Huck, an elected member of the Perry County Council. Huck sued after the county’s Board of Commissioners declined to offer him health insurance in 2023. […]
Indiana Commission for Higher Education requests $2.5 million to boost college success coach program
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Commission for Higher Education has requested $2.5 million from the State Budget Committee to extend contracts with approximately 30 college success coaches at 22 four-year colleges/universities and add more coaching positions if possible. ”We have seen success and thought that was something worth replicating across the campuses,” said Michelle Ashcraft, the […]
Boone County man accused in 1993 Indiana killing appears in court
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A Boone County man who was charged with murder and rape in Indiana in relation to a 1993 Indianapolis killing appeared in court on Wednesday. Dana Shepherd, 52, was charged in Marion County, Indiana, with two counts of murder and one count of rape in the and death of Carmen Van Huss. The post Boone County man accused in 1993 Indiana killing appears in court appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Voucher Dilemma: Taxpayer cost jumped from $15.5 million to more than $300 million
This is the first story of a two-part series. Read Part 2 here. Juan Garcia wanted his daughter to attend a high school with a strong academic program, but he also wanted their faith to play a role in her education. ...
Indiana Reverses Course on Controversial Diploma Changes Following Public Outcry
State Board Faces Backlash Over Lowered Academic Standards. The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) has backtracked on its proposed changes to high school graduation requirements after significant public backlash and criticism from state universities. The initial proposal, which sought to lower academic standards by reducing learning hours for core subjects and eliminating honors programs, was met with fierce opposition from educational institutions, local school districts, and political figures across the state.
IHSAA football Super 25 rankings Week 3: Four new entries in statewide power poll
In addition to our USA TODAY Network Indiana high school football poll, which is voted on by a statewide group of media members, we are also unveiling an IndyStar Super 25 this season, which will rank the top-25 teams in the state regardless of class. My power poll going into Week 3: ...
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