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Hamilton Co. Public Safety Remembers a Fallen Friend
NOBLESVILLE, Ind. (WISH) — The Hamilton County Public Safety Communications team suffered a significant loss in June when a dispatcher was killed in a motorcycle crash shortly after leaving a training session. Steffanie Pickett was only 31 years old when she died in the crash on June 12. Her colleagues say she had her entire […] The post Hamilton Co. Public Safety Remembers a Fallen Friend appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Ghostbusters patrol the City-County Building while raising funds for charity
INDIANAPOLIS — If there's something strange in your neighborhood, there's someone to call in Indianapolis. The Circle City Ghostbusters were spotted at the City-County Building on June 8, which is "Circle City Ghostbusters Day." The Marion County Sheriff's Office posted about their strange encounter on Facebook on July 16.
Lafayette man charged with murder in Briarwood Apartments slaying
LAFAYETTE, Ind. ― Kwame Riddle became the first person in 2024 charged with murder in Tippecanoe County. Riddle fatally stabbed Terry Taylor early July 11 in the 1600 block of Briarwood Court, leaving him bleeding to death in the middle of the road, according to prosecutors who filed charges Wednesday. Riddle, who has been jailed since that day, will remain incarcerated without bond until his trial, which is scheduled for Nov. 12.
Hendricks County’s 200th birthday celebration includes fun at the fair
DANVILLE, Ind. (WISH) — Hendricks County is celebrating its 200th birthday this year and part of the celebration includes special events and activities during the annual 4-H fair. The Hendricks County 4-H Fair runs through Saturday at the county fairgrounds, 1900 E. Main St., Danville. “I think, for our community, it’s really about coming together; […]
Marion County districts see very little year over year change in ILEARN scores
Most of Marion County’s 11 traditional public school districts saw slight increases in ILEARN English language arts scores but stayed the same in math. Marion County's scores reflect statewide results released on Wednesday that showed very little year-over-year change with minimal increases in ELA and static math scores. Most...
Animal registry ordinance could help curb overpopulation and backyard breeding
A new ordinance would require Indianapolis pet owners to register dogs that are not spayed or neutered. The measure aims to ease animal overpopulation in Marion County and stop backyard breeding. Indianapolis Animal Care Services has been well over capacity at its aging shelter for years. The new proposal aims...
You can’t play pickleball IN the library, but Westfield Library has you covered
The Westfield Library Foundation (WLF) will hold a Pickleball Tournament on Thursday, Aug. 22 at the Bridgewater Club in Westfield. Organizers hope to raise $20,000 in support of the Westfield Washington Public Library. “We are very excited to host our second annual event,” WLF Executive Director Erin Downey said. “Pickleball...
Purdue named most-recognized public university
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) — Purdue University is the most-recognized public University in the nation, according to a new ranking. The Global University Visibility study found Purdue was also the ninth most recognized university in the world. The study by the firm "American Caldwell" says Purdue is the top-ranked...
M&M Arranges Sale of Medical Office Building in Indiana
Marcus & Millichap closed the sale of MedMark Medical Center, a 12,750-square-foot medical office located in Lafayette, Indiana. The property sold for $2.6 million with a 6.6 percent cap rate. Three and a half years remain on the NN lease term with one additional five-year optional renewal. “The passive nature of the investment as well as the irreplaceable location with frontage along I-65 appealed to multiple buyers,” said Julia Evinger, first vice president investments. “The successful buyer purchased the property as a covered land play for today’s income and land value for potential redevelopment in the future.”
David M. Findlay Named To Indianapolis Business Journal’s Indiana 250 List For Third Consecutive Year
Lake City Bank announced David M. Findlay, chairman and CEO, has been named to the Indianapolis Business Journal’s Indiana 250 list for the third consecutive year. The annual list recognizes the state’s most influential and impactful leaders across business, philanthropy, the arts, government and not-for-profits, according to a news release from Lake City Bank.
Read to Succeed program is in search of volunteers
LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) - Women United of Greater Lafayette hosted their 2024 social at Ripple & Co. This year's focus aims to raise awareness about the program and it's vitality in the community, even including guest speaker, Purdue's First Lady, Kei Hui. The Read to Succeed program is in it's...
Monon bridge at 191st Street project moves ahead
Westfield’s Board of Public Works and Safety approved a supplemental contract in June, bringing a bridge on the Monon Trail over 191st Street one step closer to reality. The $614,200 contract with Lochmueller Group of Indianapolis covers project management, topographical surveys, permitting, stormwater analysis, utility coordination and bridge design coordination with United Consulting.
Carmel, developer scrap plans for Old Meridian Apartments
A $60 million mixed-use development planned on 4.4 acres on the east side of Old Meridian Street south of BRU Burger Bar is no longer feasible and will not be constructed, according to Carmel Redevelopment Commission Director Henry Mestetsky. Old Meridian Apartments, a public private partnership between Cross Development and...
Carroll County Swine Show Will Be Broadcast LIVE on Hoosierland TV Thursday July 18
One of the largest 4-H swine shows in the state is held each year at the Fairgrounds located on the east side of Flora. 139 4-H Youth will show 218 animals during the show, according to Grechen Campbell, Carroll County 4-H youth development educator. The Carroll County Swine Show will...
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