The Side Piece

Each year, the Institute for Policy at Ball State University conducts a statewide survey to determine which issues are top priorities for Hoosiers. Ball State University recently released a set of results from its 2023 Hoosier Survey. This survey, conducted by the Bowen Center for Public Affairs, is an annual study that looks at the […]

It’s the end of the workday and you are ready to head to your local establishment and partake in “Happy Hour”. Except, you’re in Indiana and there is no ‘Happy Hour”. It’s not legal here. Wait, what? hap·py hour [ˈhapē ˌou(ə)r] NOUN a period of the day when drinks are sold at reduced prices in […]

The Indianapolis Home Show begins today. At the Home Show, they will be offering a diverse array of home-related products and services. Immerse yourself in captivating displays that ignite inspiration for your upcoming home projects. You can connect with seasoned industry experts at the Home Show and attend presentations by local and international home professionals. […]

A conservative surgeon from southern Indiana, Doctor Moss, has announced his candidacy for the U.S. House seat currently held by retiring Rep. Larry Bucshon in 8th Congressional District. “After much prayer and consideration, I am excited to launch our campaign for Congress,” Moss said. Doctor Richard Moss is known for his strong stance on immigration, […]

Conner Prairie has been nominated for Best Open-Air Museum by USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards highlight top-notch attractions and business, providing readers with recommendations. Conner Prairie in Fishers is a unique open-air museum that features different historic areas. It includes a recreated 1836 prairie town, a Civil […]

Who is Miss Indiana? Miss Indiana, Cydney Bridges, is a Fort Wayne native. She secured the title of second runner-up in the recent Miss America pageant held on Sunday. Having previously been crowned Miss Indiana last year, Cydney Bridges was competing among a total of 37 contestants in the Miss Indiana competition. By profession, Bridges […]

As the holiday season approaches, let’s take a look at holiday shopping statics. A NerdWallet survey reveals that a whopping 85% of Americans, approximately 222 million people, are gearing up to purchase gifts for their loved ones. The anticipated average spending per individual stands at $831. Altogether, it contributes to a staggering $184 billion in […]

What a good boy! Indulged pets are leading the pack on this year’s list of recipients. According to the latest survey from Marketwatch, pet owners are earmarking an average of $122 for their furry companions during this festive season. This is 20% of their total gifting budget. A staggering 85% of pet owners are busy […]

  Candy cane, cookies, nougat, foiled wrapped chocolates, and truffles!  Holiday treats are the best! Isn’t this the time of year when we can ignore the scale, throw caution to the wind and just fill up on yummy! Candy Canes: Candy Canes are typically the number one selling non-chocolate candy during December. 1.76 billion candy […]

Google’s Year in Search reveals the top trends in Search for 2023 based on various categories. The meme “How often do you think about the Roman Empire?” was among the top trending searches. If you looked up information on the Israel-Hamas conflict in recent months using Google, you’re not alone. Google released its 2023 Year […]