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Will Indiana get snow by Thanksgiving?

Indiana · 2d

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This Indiana Town Has A Historic Gymnasium That Basketball Fans Can Still Visit Today

One-third of a famous basketball movie was filmed inside a single small-town gym. Even better, you can walk onto that court today and shoot baskets for free. The building was reportedly headed for demolition before Hollywood showed up in 1985. Now it greets tens of thousands of visitors every year.

Knightstown, IN · 3d
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Casino referendum voted down in three Indiana counties

Voters in three northeast Indiana counties said “No” Tuesday (Nov. 3) to a referendum that would have paved the way for a new casino in the state. A new gaming entity placed in Allen, DeKalb or Steuben counties would negatively impact the racinos at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Anderson and Horseshoe Indianapolis in Shelbyville.

Dekalb County, IN · 2d
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Area Schools Earn Purple Star Designation

“As we approach Veterans Day, we’re reminded that service strengthens every community in Indiana,” said Gov. Braun. “Indiana’s Purple Star Schools reflect that same spirit of service by creating environments where military-connected students and families know they have our unwavering support and their contributions are recognized every day of the year.”

Indiana · 1d
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Local Election in the Books

(Southeastern IN) – The people have spoken, and we now know who will be holding local offices following Tuesday’s election. In the contested races in Decatur County, Democrat Dennis Fogle defeated Republican incumbent David Israel in the Clay Township Trustee race. Republican Larry Heger wins the County Council District 4 race. Fellow Republicans James Stewart, Alan Wayne Campbell and Darren Covington were elected to the Washington Township Board. And Todd Maurer and Nicholas Messer won contested races for Decatur County Community School Board in Districts B and C, respectively.

Decatur County, IN · 3d

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Things To Do In Indianapolis November 6–12

NinjaCon: Partake in all things ninja—gymnastics, parkour, martial arts, and more—during this convention for enthusiasts in the growing sport at Wright’s 360 Movement Academy in Westfield. November 6–8 Christmas Nights of Lights: The Indiana State Fairgrounds transforms into a magical, twilit wonder during this 2.1-mile drive-thru...

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

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Christmas Walk brings holiday activities to New Castle

The annual Chamber Christmas Walk will bring live reindeer, wagon and train rides, music, shopping and a Christmas tree lighting to downtown New Castle from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 20. The event is presented by Citizens State Bank and will be held in partnership with the City of New Castle, according to a community announcement. Roads will close at 3:30 p.m. before the event. The mayor's Christmas tree lighting at the 1400 Plaza is scheduled for 6 p.m. "We are thrilled to partner with the City of New Castle this year to bring even more holiday magic to our community," said Shonda Kane, executive director of the New Castle-Henry County Chamber of Commerce. "Combining our annual Chamber Christmas Walk with the City's Christmas Tree Lighting at the 1400 Plaza creates an unforgettable evening filled with lights, shopping, music, and festive cheer for everyone." What to expect at the Christmas Walk Activities planned for the Chamber Christmas Walk include live reindeer, horse-drawn wagon rides, bounce houses, kiddie train rides, face painting, photo spots and characters. Community groups, including the Raintree Children's Choir, are scheduled to perform live music. Downtown businesses and vendors also will offer food, gifts and special holiday

New Castle, IN · 2d

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Comprehensive Plan Gets the Green Light

(Greensburg, IN) – Decatur County Commissioners unanimously approved the Comprehensive Plan this week. The 277-page plan includes 17 chapters and covers Decatur County except for the City of Greensburg and the Town of St. Paul, and will guide future decisions on land use, development, community facilities, open spaces, and transportation.

Decatur County, IN · 2d

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PRESS RELEASE: Indianapolis Area McDonald’s Honoring Veterans with Free Meals

The following is a press release for McDonald's USA. McDonald’s restaurants in the Indianapolis area are honored to serve veterans, active-duty military members and their families each and every day. This year, McDonald’s restaurants across the region will be recognizing Veterans Day in a special way, by offering current and former military members free food.

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

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New 5:30 Start for Batesville Parade

(Batesville, IN) — Batesville’s annual Stars & Stripes & Holiday Lights Parade and Community Tree Lighting will return Friday, December 4, with a new 5:30 p.m. parade start time. The downtown event is scheduled rain or shine. The City of Batesville, the Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce, and...

Batesville, IN · 3d

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Democrats break GOP supermajority in Indiana state House, oust speaker

Democrats won big in Indiana Tuesday night, breaking a 14-year Republican supermajority in the state House of Representatives, electing the state's first openly gay U.S. representative, and electing a Democratic attorney general for the first time in 14 years.

Indiana · 3d

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Indiana optometrists open state’s first OD-owned surgical suites

Christopher Browning, OD, and Nicholas Garn, OD, now offer cataract surgery and refractive lens exchange in their own practices. Indiana’s first OD-owned office-based surgery (OBS) suites are now open. These suites allow patients to receive cataract surgery and refractive lens exchange (RLE) in the same practice where their optometrist evaluated them. Christopher Browning, OD, of VisionQuest Eyecare, opened his suite on October 29, and Nicholas Garn, OD, of Zionsville Eyecare, opened a separate suite on October 30, 2026.1 While Browning and Garn worked closely together on the development of the 2 surgical suites, the practices themselves are independently owned and operated.1.

Indiana · 2d

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Spirit & Place Festival Opens 11 Days of Free Events Across Indianapolis

Indianapolis is kicking off eleven straight days of free, community-created programming Thursday evening as the 31st annual Spirit & Place Festival opens with a public conversation at Indiana Landmarks Center. The festival runs through Nov. 15 and threads more than 30 events across Central Indiana around this year's theme: Connections.

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

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Drive-thru Christmas light show returns to Indiana State Fairgrounds

INDIANAPOLIS — Christmas Nights of Lights will return to the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center from Friday through Dec. 31. Presented by Fifth Third Bank, the 2.1-mile drive-through show features more than 1 million lights synchronized to holiday music, colorful light tunnels and holiday displays. A new feature this year will be 300 colorful […]

Indianapolis, IN · 1d

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Kristina Moorhead wins J.D. Ford’s former state Senate seat

Indianapolis voters are deciding who will represent them at the Indiana Statehouse. There are three state Senate races for districts that include Indianapolis on the ballot this year. Only two have multiple candidates. Democrat Allissa Impink was unopposed in District 46, which covers parts of downtown and the near east side.

Indianapolis, IN · 3d

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DC Commissioners Talk Annex Renovation

(Greensburg, IN) – Decatur County Commissioners discussed the proposed renovation of the Annex at this week’s meeting. The 35-thousand-square-foot, 1950s-era building at 315 S. Ireland Street in Greensburg, was once the site of Washington Elementary School; it currently houses several county offices, including 9-1-1 Dispatch, the Emergency Management Agency (EMA), IT, Court Services, the Coroner’s Office, Health Department and Veterans Services.

Greensburg, IN · 1d

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Columbus City Council approves Gateway Fund for Plaza Redevelopment

COLUMBUS, Ind. — By a 6–3 vote Tuesday, the Columbus City Council scrapped the Railroad Overpass Fund and created a Gateway Entrance Fund, clearing the path for downtown improvements, including the redesign of Gateway Plaza. The approved ordinances transfer approximately $3.24 million in surplus funds from the completed...

Columbus, IN · 23h

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Traffic pattern changes continue in downtown Columbus water main project area

COLUMBUS, Ind. — Motorists are advised that traffic patterns in downtown Columbus have changed to accommodate active work on the water main improvement project. Traffic is shifted to the two southern lanes of Second Street, between Jackson and California Streets, while crews finish hot mix asphalt (HMA) patching. Washington...

Columbus, IN · 2d

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Storytelling event focuses on past, future of former women’s prison

As the city begins the development process of the former Indiana Women’s Prison, local organization City Rising has collected stories from people connected to the site. Community members are invited to hear these stories at Beyond These Gates: Remembering Home, The Prison, and a Place Yet to Be. The...

Indianapolis, IN · 1d