HENRY COUNTY, Ind.—-A 585-acre data center proposal near Knightstown was discussed Thursday night, but it has been put on hold. A planning commission in Henry County decided that they needed more time for discovery and to address concerns from residents. The project has divided the community, with some fearing it will drive longtime families away […]
STATEWIDE — Indiana education officials unveiled major updates to the state’s proposed school accountability system — including new reading and “back on track” indicators — as they work to finalize rules that will replace the state’s former A-F grading model by the end of the year. The presentation to the State Board of Education marked […]
STATEWIDE–Indiana is the 3rd least affected state by the government shutdown, according to a study done by the personal finance company Wallethub. Wallethub compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia in terms of five key metrics, ranging from each state’s share of federal jobs to federal contract dollars per capita to the share […]
INDIANAPOLIS — Butler University is updating the names of two of its academic colleges to better reflect their expanded and evolving academic programs in the field of healthcare and education. These changes, which officially take effect on June 1, 2026, are part of the university’s commitment to ensuring students are prepared with the necessary skills […]
ANDERSON, Ind. (WISH) — A working mother told News 8 Thursday she and her son could become homeless if she is unable to pay for childcare. Madison Lingle works full-time as a nursing assistant for a major hospital corporation, and she is enrolled in an accelerated nursing program. She plans to ultimately become a pediatric […]
STATEWIDE — As he concludes his time as Indiana’s Higher Education Commissioner, Chris Lowery is reflecting on significant policy victories, saying the state has finally turned the tide on college access and affordability. Lowery pointed to three primary challenges the commission faced: getting students into college, ensuring they complete their degrees, and ultimately, keeping graduates […]
STATEWIDE — Indiana is taking a fresh approach to the economic development, focusing on wage growth, regional opportunities, and supporting existing businesses, according to Governor Mike Braun and his administration. The state is not only seeing promising results but is also emphasizing transparency and fiscal responsibility. Governor Braun highlighted a “new approach to economic development” […]
STATEWIDE — Hoosier hunger relief groups and members of Congress say the real impact of the current government shutdown hinges entirely on how long it lasts. For now, many major government programs will continue as normal because they are considered mandatory spending. This includes essential benefits like Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security. Food assistance programs, […]
CARMEL, Ind.–Carmel was ranked the best small city in America in a recent study conducted by the personal finance company Wallethub. Westfield was ranked fifth in the study while Fishers came in sixth. WalletHub compared more than 1,300 U.S. cities with populations between 25,000 and 100,000 based on 45 key indicators of livability. They range […]
STATEWIDE — Hoosier farmers have reason to cheer after Taiwan committed to purchasing nearly $6 billion worth of U.S. corn and soybeans over the next four years. This comes at a crucial time, offering a desperately needed market as farmers deal with the impact of a difficult global trade environment. The agreement, formalized through Letters […]
NOBLESVILLE, Ind. — USA Gymnastics has chosen Noblesville for its brand-new headquarters and a major training and wellness center. The organization, which is based in downtown Indianapolis, picked Noblesville after looking at more than a dozen proposals from cities all over the country. The new facility is going to be built in the city’s Innovation […]
VINCENNES, Ind.–A $50,000 winning Powerball ticket has been sold in Vincennes at Cantwell Service Center on Washington Ave. The ticket matched four out of the five numbers and the Powerball in Monday night’s drawing. The winning numbers were 3-29-42-46-59 with the Powerball of 15. The Hoosier Lottery advises the ticket holder to check their ticket, […]
