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Indy Summer Learning Labs helps bridge learning loss for students across the state
School is starting across Marion County, but some students have continued learning for most of the summer. At IPS Butler University Laboratory School 60 on the city’s near northside, nearly 300 students were taking classes. They are a part of the Indy Summer Learning Labs, a five week program for students across the state to get instruction during the break between academic years.
Meals on Wheels launches new program in Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS — On a Friday morning in downtown Indianapolis, Cameron Grady and David Carpenter are loading up boxes of food and hitting the road to make deliveries for Meals on Wheels of Central Indiana. But these deliveries are unlike any they’ve made before. “It has been a long...
New 2024 Indiana Law Prohibits Students From Using Wireless Devices in Schools
Starting this year, students in the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation (EVSC) will have to tuck away their phones during class time. That's right, no more texting, scrolling, or snapping during lessons. New School Year, New Indiana Laws. I know that a lot of students are used to having cell phones...
Monon Greenway to be diverted as fall construction projects begin in Carmel
Construction near the Monon Greenway and a few other road projects will divert pedestrians and slow traffic in Carmel from late summer into the fall. Several of the projects are expected to get started or continue in early August. ...
Attorney General and State Comptroller demand IU prove no state money going to Kinsey Institute
In a letter to the Indiana University president and trustees, Indiana attorney general Todd Rokita and state comptroller Elise Nieshalla asked for detailed financial information on the Kinsey Institute. . The Indiana legislature passed an amendment to the 2023 state budget barring public funds from supporting the world-famous sex research institute....
For veterans: Military families can sign up to receive funds for back to school items
The Indiana Military Family Relief Fund (MFRF) is once again launching its annual Operation Back to School initiative to support military and veteran families as they prepare for the upcoming academic year. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by military and veteran families, this program is designed to alleviate some of the financial burdens associated with school expenses, ensuring that children of military personnel and veterans have the resources they need for a successful school year. Details about...
Good medicine: Carmel pharmacists help guide historical drug store at Indiana State Fair
When guests walk into the Hook’s Historical Drugstore Museum near the 38th Street entrance of the Indiana State Fairgrounds, they step back in time in more ways than one. The museum, designed to replicate a late 19th-century drugstore, opened in 1966 as part of an effort to celebrate Indiana’s sesquicentennial anniversary of statehood. Nearly 60 years later, despite changing ownership several times, the expansive display of historic remedies, supplements and tools remains largely unchanged.
Construction on 96th and Allisonville Road creating challenges for local businesses
FISHERS, Ind. — Major roadwork along 96th Street and Allisonville Road has been creating headaches for businesses for months. Now, some of those businesses said they are worried they may have to close down for good. “Right now, we’re bleeding money,” A2Z Cafe owner Gine Rosenow said. It has been a difficult three months for […]
Franciscan Weight Loss Center Farmer’s Market
At the Franciscan Weight Loss Center in Indianapolis, the farmer’s market runs every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. from June to September, providing fresh, local produce to support healthier eating habits in the community. Amy Gillard, Franciscan Health Bariatric Burse Coordinator who runs the market, hopes that...
Springboard to success: KIPP Indy Legacy High School launches internship program
“You have to speak your mind,” Michael Scott said. Scott is a 2024 graduate of KIPP Indy Legacy High School and an intern through the school’s new L.E.A.D. Project, which stands for learn, expose, achieve and develop. “When I got used to (speaking up at work), it became...
I-465 traffic brought to standstill as flooding hits Indy roads
INDIANAPOLIS — Thursday night’s commute was brought to a standstill as water flooded I-465 on the northeast side of Indianapolis. INDOT traffic cameras showed the northbound and southbound lanes of I-465 come to a complete halt near Fall Creek Road and E. 56th Street due to severe flooding. The National Weather Service had issued a […]