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The Herald-Times

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Meet the construction worker who makes films

“Concrete finishers” ensure that a job site’s concrete is right. Screenwriters create stories for film; filmmakers then make a film. Las Vegas native and current Gosport, Indiana, resident Roc Anthony Bates Sr. does all three and has cemented his success in a second career. (Bates added the “Sr.” to clarify that he isn’t his son, whose name is similar.) Bates Sr., who continues to work in construction, has had a career in concrete finishing. But for $3 you can see his original vampire film, “Constance and Violence Part II" on Nov. 11 at the historic Tivoli Theatre in Spencer. (The younger Bates did hair and makeup for “Constance and Violence” Part I.) As a little boy, Bates Sr. informed his mother that he would be a rock star. The desire for work in the arts remained. “I started this (vampire) story about 10 years ago,” he said, “and let it sit. I had the whole story in my head.” He also had, by then, a nice 401K with which to finance his plan. And, his nest had recently been emptied of offspring. The single father was “learning to live without kids. I didn’t know what to buy at the grocery

Gosport, IN · 8d

hot96.com

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Fall Festival Half Pot Winner Comes Forward

The West Side Nut Club proudly claims the title of hosting the BEST Fall Festival in the nation—and this year, we’re celebrating more than just our incredible rides and delicious nonprofit food booths! After 105 years of fun along West Franklin Street, the festival has reached new heights, thanks to the addition of the Nut Club Half Pot in 2019.

Indiana · 8d
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Barrett Media

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College GameDay Record Viewership Pacing Slows Slightly Following Indiana Appearance

"Weeks 8 and 9 tied for the season’s lowest averages. Overall, GameDay’s lead over 2025 has slipped from 6% after Week 6 to 4% now." The post College GameDay Record Viewership Pacing Slows Slightly Following Indiana Appearance appeared first on Barrett Media .

Bloomington, IN · 9d

The Herald-Times

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Bloomington church hosts concert of thanksgiving and gratitude

Nine Bloomington-area religious groups are planning to come together on Sunday, Nov. 8, to jointly celebrate their services to one another and to the community. "Interfaith Concert of Thanksgiving and Gratitude" will take place 6-7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 8, at Unitarian Universalist Church , 2120 N. Fee Lane. Admission is free. The sponsors describe the program as "An evening of music, poetry, reflection and fellowship — and everyone is invited." The concept for the gathering is that gratitude and giving create common ground for people of all faiths. Each group will share some expression of their faith beliefs. The hope is to forge better relationships between the various groups. The participating organizations are: The Baha'i Faith Community, Bloomington Friends Meeting, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Congregation Beth Shalom, Fairview Methodist Church, First Presbyterian Church, Trinity Episcopal Church, Unitarian Universalist Church and Unity of Bloomington. "The event is rooted in the simple idea that gratitude and giving can create common ground," the sponsors stated. Everyone is welcome to attend the free gathering. This article originally appeared on The Herald-Times: Bloomington church hosts concert of thanksgiving and gratitude

Bloomington, IN · 9d

FOX59 / CBS4 Indy

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Indiana's place in election history

Indiana · 8d

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Experience A Holiday Tradition: Christmas on the Square in Danville Indiana

There's something about the Friday after Thanksgiving that makes it feel like Christmas is officially here. In Danville, Indiana, that's because of Christmas on the Square. The annual holiday celebration returns Friday, November 27, 2026, from 4–7 p.m., bringing Christmas lights, music, Santa Claus and plenty of family fun to the historic Hendricks County Courthouse Square.

Danville, IN · 10d

Michigan Mama News

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Emagine Entertainment Announces November "Emagine for Everyone" Inclusive Screening Dates

Michigan Events Blogger November 4, 2026 0 Events , Michigan Photo courtesy of Emagine Entertainment Offering Inclusive Screening Opportunities for those with Dementia, Hearing Challenges, Sensory Sensitivities, New Parents, and Young Children. Emagine Entertainment, presents “ Emagine For Everyone ” programming at their theatre locations in Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Emagine For Everyone is designed to create a warm, inclusive environment for families, individuals with sensory sensitivities, new parents, those who require on-screen captions, and individuals and their caretakers living with dementia. The program wants to ensure that everyone can enjoy the big screen experience together. To learn more about Emagine For Everyone and to see upcoming screening dates for Emagine Together , Open Caption , and Dementia Friendly screenings, visit www.Emagine-Entertainment.com and select “Emagine For Everyone” from the Specialty Film dropdown menu. Emagine Together Screenings Emagine Together screenings offer a relaxed, inclusive movie experience tailored for families, children, and teens with sensory needs in addition to new parents looking for a stress-free outing with their little ones. Emagine Together screenings will offer a sensory-friendly environment with brighter house lights providing a well-lit theatre for added comfort, and lower sound levels for those with more sensitive ears. The screenings

Michigan · 9d

indianapolismonthly.com

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The Stats And Locales Of Hoosiers

The movie wasn’t supposed to be called Hoosiers. Anspaugh and Pizzo told their distributor, Orion, that they would think of a more “accessible” name before the film’s release. Its current title only survived because, after long consideration, no one could come up with anything they liked better.

Indiana · 9d

indianapolismonthly.com

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Hickory, Hackman, And The Things That Created Hoosiers Hysteria

THE MOVIE HOOSIERS turned 40 this year, and it’s arguably a bigger deal now than when it was released in 1986. The fictional reimagining of tiny Milan High School’s 1954 state basketball championship has become a statewide cultural touchstone, and ranks as one of the greatest, if not the greatest, of all sports films.

Indiana · 11d

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State grants to funnel over $1M to preserve local history, including an Ohio River shipwreck

In July of 1863, three days after the Battle of Gettysburg, a small postal boat sailing down the Ohio River between Kentucky and Indiana sent out a distress call. A nearby Union naval vessel, the newly completed Alice Dean, responded. That vessel in distress was an ambush. The boat had...

Indiana · 10d

WTWO/WAWV

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West Vigo students are bringing all your favorite characters to the stage

West Vigo Theater Department students are preparing to perform the fall play 'The Sound of Murder,' featuring various Broadway characters, while highlighting the program's sense of community and career opportunities.

West Terre Haute, IN · 11d

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State grants to funnel over $1M to preserve local history, including an Ohio River shipwreck

In July of 1863, three days after the Battle of Gettysburg, a small postal boat sailing down the Ohio River between Kentucky and Indiana sent out a distress call. A nearby Union naval vessel, the newly completed Alice Dean, responded. That vessel in distress was an ambush. The boat had...

Indiana · 10d

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Fall Head Over Heels For This Cozy Secondhand Bookstore Tucked Away In Indiana

There’s a place in West Lafayette, Indiana, where time slows down and the rest of the world quietly disappears behind a wall of books. Von’s Book Shop is that place, and once you walk through its door, you’ll understand why people keep coming back. Let’s be honest...

West Lafayette, IN · 14d

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Evergreen - Paint and Sip at Gather Dec. 11

Come settle in for a cozy evening of painting, sipping, and a little creative freedom. Join Jen for a guided painting class where you'll learn how to create your own evergreen tree scene. Jen will walk you through the painting process step by step, but your finished piece is entirely yours. Change the colors, add your own details, make it moody, make it magical, or keep it simple. There are no wrong answers here.

Bloomington, IN · 12d

WBKR

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Southern Indiana Marching Bands Are Headed to Lucas Oil Stadium

Six local bands earned a spot in the ISSMA State Finals. Check the schedule and get ready to cheer them on in Indianapolis.

Indiana · 13d

The Independent

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A quote on a mirror in Caitlin Clark’s childhood home inspires her new children's book

Fever Clark Children's Book Basketball Random House Children's Books Caitlin Clark has been an avid reader since she was a kid, thanks in huge part to her mother. Now the Indiana Fever star can add writer to her ever-growing resume with a new children's book, “EXTRAordinary! A Little EXTRA to Reach BIG Dreams," that comes out Tuesday. “I grew up loving to read books,” Clark said in a phone interview with The Associated Press. “My mom was an English major in college. She's a bookworm, she reads a lot of books, so she helped me a little bit with this.” It's a picture book published by Random House Books for Young Readers that's written in rhyming verse. Clark first thought about not having it rhyme, but she said it just worked better that way. “Everything that you see, I always have a part in,” Clark said of her involvement with the book. “I want people to know I put a lot of time and effort into that.” The book was inspired by a quote that's on a mirror in her childhood home: "The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is the little EXTRA.” The mirror is still in her parents' house.

Indiana · 11d

WISH-TV

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Indiana’s iconic horror host Sammy Terry celebrates 64 years of ‘Many Pleasant Nightmares’

INDIANAPOLIS — Sammy Terry has been bringing “Many Pleasant Nightmares” to Hoosiers since 1962, making the horror host a fixture in Indiana for 64 years and five generations. “Being a staple in the community for 64 years means everything,” Sammy Terry said. “We’ve become part of Indiana’s fabric, a tradition families pass down.” Sammy Terry […]

Indiana · 14d

Animal of Things

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Petting Zoo Laws in Indiana: Licensing, Permits, and Liability Rules to Know

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! If you let visitors pet a goat, hold a chick, or feed a llama in Indiana, you are almost certainly operating under more than one layer of law at the same time. Petting zoo laws in Indiana pull from federal animal welfare rules, state wildlife statutes, county health codes, and civil liability protections, and missing … This article, Petting Zoo Laws in Indiana: Licensing, Permits, and Liability Rules to Know , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Traveling with Pets to South Carolina: The Rabies and Health Certificate Rules You Need • Leaving Pets Outside in Winter in New Hampshire: What the Law Requires • Pet Liability at Holiday Gatherings in Wisconsin: Who Pays When a Dog Bites a Guest?

Indiana · 13d

WTWO/WAWV

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A spooky exhibit full of legends at a local history center

The Vigo County History Center is hosting a Haunted Legends exhibit on Halloween, featuring local folklore such as The Faceless Nun and the legend of Stiffy Green.

Vigo County, IN · 14d

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The World’s Largest Children’s Museum Isn’t In New York Or Paris, It’s Right Here In Indiana

A glass sculpture made of more than 3,200 handblown pieces rises 43 feet through the middle of one building. That reminds me, the same building has scientists cleaning real dinosaur fossils behind a window. Anyway, let me tell you something about the glass. That tower would be enough for most...

Indianapolis, IN · 15d