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Police Warn Indiana Parents Against Back-to-School Photo Trend
If you plan on taking photos of your kids on their first day of school, there are some things that you need to know about before you post them on social media. Summer break is nearing its end. It feels like just yesterday, the kiddos were getting out of school and eager to take advantage of summer. In less than a month's time, kids will be returning to school. By now, you might have already started back-to-school shopping for clothes and supplies so the kiddos will be looking sharp on their first day back. Over the past few years, there has been a trend on social media where parents take photos of their kids on the first day of school posing with a sign to celebrate the first day of a new school year. These signs could be revealing more personal information about your child than you realize, and can all be used by predators, scammers, and other people looking to endanger your child, family, or finances.
The first step to equity is getting students to and from a great school
Teachers aren’t supposed to have favorite students, but a few years back, mine was Derrien. I crack a lot of jokes when I teach, and he always kept pace with a witty comeback. He put his wits to use daily in my science class, generating insights that had me learning alongside him. My favorite part, […]
OrthoWorx CEO Named to IBJ’s 250 List for 2nd Consecutive Year
INDIANAPOLIS — Bob Vitoux, president and CEO of OrthoWorx, has been named to the Indianapolis Business Journal’s Indiana 250 list for the second consecutive year. The annual list recognizes the state’s most influential and impactful leaders across business, philanthropy, the arts, government and not-for-profits. “It’s truly an...
New Daxko CEO Talks Trends, Human Impact & What’s Next for the Company
The co-founder of Club Automation, Jeff VanDixhorn took over as the leader of Daxko earlier this year, marking an exciting new era Daxko, a leading software and integrated payments solutions provider in the health, fitness, and wellness industry, recently announced the appointment of Jeff VanDixhorn as its Chief Executive Officer, signaling a new era for… The post New Daxko CEO Talks Trends, Human Impact & What’s Next for the Company appeared first on Athletech News.
Wanted Indiana man arrested in Simpson County
SIMPSON COUNTY, Ky. (WBKO) - A man wanted in Indiana was arrested in Simpson County on Tuesday. Officers were informed that 28-year-old Cody Medsker of New Castle, Indiana, who was wanted for kidnapping, was traveling south on I-65, according to Kentucky State Police Post 3. Officials learned that Medsker was...
Winning $4M Mega Millions ticket sold in Indiana
Someone bought a winning $4 million Mega Millions ticket in Indiana. The winning entry matched five numbers but missed the Mega Ball. The 4X Megaplier means the ticket is worth $4 million. Megaplier is an optional add-on available in some states that multiples a non-jackpot prize by a factor of 2, 3, 4 or 5 […]
Indiana Sports Hall of Fame sets eyes on shopping center in Irvington
INDIANAPOLIS — Football heroes, basketball legends and history-making race car drivers. Developers are working to bring something exciting for sports fanatics in the Hoosier state. The Indiana Sports Hall of Fame hopes to transform the Irvington Plaza on the east side into their home base. The shopping center has sat empty for several years, looking […]
Heritage Pointe residents pursue gardening
The only thing better than a little bit of greenery during the summer is a lot of greenery during the summer, and Heritage Pointe of Huntington senior living community has taken it to the max. Well aware of the beauty, pure pleasure, and many benefits provided by gardening, Brad Fuller,...
Bloom Project Presents: Bloom on the Yard HBCU Edition
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) The Bloom Project, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that offers group mentoring, college preparation, service learning, character development, and career exploration opportunities. The Bloom Project is hosting their Bloom on the Yard event this weekend on Saturday, July 27th from 2 pm -5 pm at the...
Republican VP nominee JD Vance visits Fort Wayne for fundraising event
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WNDU) - Kamala Harris wasn’t the only White House hopeful to visit the Hoosier State on Wednesday. Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance made a stop in Fort Wayne for a fundraising reception. The event was closed to the public, so the media didn’t get a...
Harvester Homecoming Museum and Fields of Grace Complex unveiled today
New Haven, Ind. (WPTA) - A new cultural landmark is coming to New Haven in 2026. The town and Harvester Homecoming are partnering to create a cultural landmark in Northeast Indiana. Officials say this land on Minnich Road just off Interstate 469 will be home to a new Harvester Homecoming...
Pierceton Redevelopment Commission Discusses Signage, Brower Park Pavilion
PIERCETON — The Pierceton Redevelopment Commission continued discussions on ideas for the usage of tax increment finance monies during a July 25 meeting. Currently, the commission is looking into using the monies for digital signage, welcome signs and a new pavilion at Brower Park. A spending plan for the...
New Ohio law to impose tougher penalties on hooning and police chases
DAYTON, Ohio (WKEF) -- 90 days from now a new law will be in effect that will crack down on hooning and police chases across Ohio. Representative Phil Plummer and Dayton Fraternal Order of Police President Sgt. Kyle Thomas agree that House Bill 56 was much needed in order to provide harsher penalties to those who lead police chases, and to those who engage in hooning or reckless driving.
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