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IDC: Indiana’s gubernatorial candidates to participate in televised debate
INDIANAPOLIS — Three Indiana gubernatorial candidates will participate in a televised debate in October. According to a press release, Republican Mike Braun, Democrat Jennifer McCormick and Libertarian Donald Rainwater will debate live at WFYI — the public TV station in Indianapolis — on Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. The Indiana Debate Commission will organize the […]
Three From Wabash Valley Named To Indiana’s Top 250 List
Indianapolis, In. – IBJ Media the producers of The Indianapolis Business Journal, Inside Indiana Business and Indiana Lawyer have named three Wabash Valley residents to their third annual Business and Community Leaders top 250 list. The list represents public and private companies, law firms, universities, not-for-profits, government and community organizations. The three are President of Rose Hulman Institute of Technology Robert A. Coons, Greg Gibson president of Gibson Development and Paul Thrift president and CEO of Thompson Thrift Development. All three have been on the list before.
Miss Indiana Teen USA talks with WDRB Mornings ahead of national pageant
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- One of Scott County's own will be competing in the Miss Teen USA 2024 Pageant in August. Aleah Dean, 17, from Austin, Indiana, was crowned Miss Indiana Teen USA 2024 in June. She visited WDRB Mornings on Tuesday to talk about her life after the state...
Columbus Fire Department plans dedication of new engine
COLUMBUS, Ind. – The Columbus Fire Department (CFD) has announced the arrival of a new firefighting engine, saying, “With great pride and commitment from the City of Columbus to provide the highest quality of fire service, we would like to invite the community to participate in a brief ceremony to welcome your new Fire Engine 5.”
Greater Jasper Consolidated Schools Prepares to Welcome Students
Staff preparation and student achievement topped the agenda at the last school board meeting before the first day of school for Greater Jasper Consolidated Schools. The board was provided a curriculum update, including the ILEARN assessment results for 2024. In addition, they were given an overview of summer 23-24 Advance Placement testing, transportation services, staff preparedness, and reappointments. In other business, the agreement with the City of Jasper for School Resource Officers Fiscal Year 25 budget was approved. Authorization was also given to publish the CPF and Bus Replacement Plan on the GJCS website.
Woman charged after attempted robberies in Hardin County
ELIZABETHTOWN, Ky. (WBKO) – A Louisville woman was arrested in Hardin County on Tuesday afternoon after an alleged attempted robbery. The Elizabethtown Police Department said officers were called around 12:40 p.m. to a Little Caesar’s Pizza location, located at 1512 North Dixie Highway. Shelli Davis allegedly entered the...
Louisville track and field athlete to make history by throwing discus in Paris Olympics
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Jayden Ulrich will soon become the first United States Olympian in University of Louisville track and field history. The 21-year-old will compete in the women's discus throw in Paris next month. Ulrich is the second female Olympian from UofL's track and field team after Chinwe Okoro competed in the women's discus throw for Nigeria at the 2016 Rio Olympics.
PopCon Louisville's 2024 Prize Pack Giveaway
Prepare to be blown away by the epic experience waiting for you at PopCon Louisville, taking over the Kentucky International Convention Center with non-stop excitement from August 23rd to 25th!. Experience thrilling encounters with celebrities from your beloved TV shows and anime series, witness epic cosplay showdowns, participate in exciting...
Shelbyville Woman Sentenced to Over 3 Years in Federal Prison for Defrauding Former Employer
A Shelbyville, Kentucky woman was sentenced today to 3 years and 1 month in federal prison for engaging in a scheme to defraud her former employer. U.S. Attorney Michael A. Bennett of the Western District of Kentucky and Special Agent in Charge Robert Holman of the United States Secret Service made the announcement.
PIT BOX: High banks of Salem Speedway Up Next for ARCA Menards Series Competitors
On Saturday evening, the ARCA Menards Series will tackle one of its most historic venues, the high-banked, half-mile oval of Salem Speedway. A staple on the calendar since the first ARCA Menards Series event at the facility in 1955, Salem’s Victory Lane has seen plenty of notable visitors. Among those names include series legends like Jack Bowsher, Ramo Stott, Iggy Katona and Frank Kimmel, along with other talented drivers such as Benny Parsons, Bobby Allison, Ken Schrader, Ty Gibbs and Christopher Bell.
Consumer Reports: DIY projects to protect your home against storms, dangerous heat
INDIANAPOLIS (CONSUMER REPORTS) — Summer isn’t all fun in the sun. More and more, it includes dangerous heat and severe storms, but there are ways to protect yourself and your home. Consumer Reports explains that a good defense against Mother Nature’s warm weather wrath starts with DIY projects around the house. Climate change brings more […]
Indiana Train Hosting Christmas Themed Murder Mystery Train Ride
When I was a kid my favorite board game was Clue so it's no surprise that now as an adult I love a good murder mystery. If there's a book, movie, or board game that has a "whodunnit" angle, I am IN. I've always thought it would be so much fun to attend a murder mystery-themed event, and this one even takes place aboard a real train!
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.
STDs In Michigan, Ohio and Indiana Among Highest In The Nation
A new study shows that 7 cities in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio have a concerning number of STD cases. Here's what you should know. Sexually transmitted diseases and infections aren't easy to talk about. However, the stigma that comes with STDs and STIs adds to the difficulty of protecting people from them. The United States is currently experiencing a substantial rise in chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. The number of syphilis cases has risen nearly 30% since last year. That is part of a shocking trend according to InnerBody.com,
AIM Media Indiana’s new general manager named
AIM Media Indiana, LLC (“AIM” or the “Company”) recently announced the appointment of Steve Swails as General Manager with responsibility across all AIM media properties in Indiana. The promotion is effective Aug. 1 and Swails will also retain his current position and responsibilities as Group Circulation Director.
Road rage incidents on the rise in Indiana
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- According to an Evansville Police report, a man pointed a gun at a woman during a road rage incident in Evansville. The incident occurred around 7:15 on Monday morning in 3100 block of North Green River Road, and Evansville Police say that the driver and vehicle have not been located. This is […]
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