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Nearly 300 Hoosiers tell IDEM: Don’t roll back Indiana’s environmental protections
July 1, 2025 INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Conservation Voters today submitted 284 signatures on a letter to the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) urging the agency to uphold clean air and water protections in the face of a...
Which hole of golf in Lafayette is considered one of the best in Indiana?
When the 16th hole at The Pete Dye Course at French Lick was being built, director of golf Dave Harner suggested to the chief architect, Mr. Dye himself, that it would be a great, drivable Par 4. "If it is drivable," Dye replied, "then it’s not a...

Goshen, Rochester among Indiana cities to receive total of $119M for drinking and waste-water projects
GOSHEN, Ind. -- The Indiana Finance Authority announced five cities received a total of $119 million in in low-interest financing for the month of June to help fund drinking and/or waste-water infrastructure projects. The IFA says this was...

Environmental agencies, advocates respond to Braun executive orders
INDIANAPOLIS (INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) –The Indiana Department of Environmental Management identified a handful of regulations that could clash with a gubernatorial order to eliminate “unduly burdensome” or costly rules, though nearly all of...

Indiana HB1275 opens the doors for family-friendly brewery
ELKHART, Ind. -- In accordance with Indiana HB 1275, which went into effect July 1., a local spot, Westwind Brewery Co. is allowing minors, accompanied by a family member or guardian over 21, inside. The changes allow the family-friendly...

Hoosier Environmental Council warns against weakening environmental protections
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has released a report detailing plans to reduce environmental regulations in the state, following an order from Gov. Mike Braun. The report outlines ten initial...

Indiana youths explore careers, build confidence at Kids College summer program
Indiana University Kids College Click to view slideshow Indiana University Kids College Previous image» Campers at IU Indianapolis Kids College present their posters at a culminating exhibition on topics such as public health, environmental...

Environmental regulations under review after Gov. Braun’s order
The state agency charged with protecting Indiana's environment and Hoosiers from industrial pollution completed its first step to “reduce excessive environmental regulation” and fulfill obligations imposed by Gov. Mike Braun. Braun issued an...

Indiana DNR cracks down on boating under the influence over July 4 weekend
HAMILTON, Ind. (WPTA) - As Americans head to the water for the Fourth of July weekend, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is increasing patrols to keep boaters safe and sober. The nationwide campaign, known as Operation Dry Water,...

Indiana Arts Commission and UIndy partner for study on creative aging arts programming
A research study about the impact of creative aging arts programming for older adults has been released. The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) and the Center for Aging & Community at the University of Indianapolis (UIndy CAC) partnered for the study,...

Cuts to clean energy will hurt Indiana | OPINION
The House passed a bill cutting clean energy tax credits, impacting potential Indiana economic growth. These cuts could increase energy costs, pollution, and threaten investments in clean energy projects. Indiana has already benefited from clean...

Indiana health fair to provide free screenings during WNBA All-Star Weekend
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indiana Health Fair is returning to the Indiana Convention Center in downtown Indianapolis this July, offering free health screenings and resources to promote healthier living. The event, which coincides with the WNBA...

What needs to change so Indianapolis can handle more curfew detentions
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — After a mass shooting below the downtown Artsgarden early Saturday morning, Indianapolis political leaders issued statements of grief for two teens killed and sent a warning to parents. One spiritual leader also mourned the...

Excel Center of West Central Indiana celebrates adult learners at graduation
TERRE HAUTE — When Jennifer Whitecotten crossed the stage at the Excel Center of West Central Indiana's first graduation ceremony recently, she did more than receive her diploma — she proved that it’s never too late to finish what you started. At...

It’s smoke, not fog; central Indiana under air quality alert
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The remnants of July 4th fireworks have to go somewhere, and now, Indianapolis is breathing in some of the worst air quality in the world. The National Weather Service of Indianapolis has put most of central Indiana under a...

Indiana Fever Caitlin Clark May Miss WNBA Cup With Left Groin Injury
A groin injury has kept Caitlin Clark #22 sidelines. Here she is seen on the bench with Indiana ... More Fever teammates Sydney Colson #51 and Sophie Cunningham #8 during a game against the Dallas Wings at American Airlines Center on June 27,...

Indiana Students Weigh Politics, Mental Health For College Choices
InkFreeNews.com Posted Jun 30, 2025 Updated: Jun 30, 2025 @ 12:41 PM The student enrollment figure at Indiana’s four-year colleges and universities in 2024 was nearly 172,000, according to the Indiana Commission for Higher Education. Photo from...

University collaboration enhances forecasting for cascading natural disasters
Santa J. Ono, President, University of Michigan - Ann Arbor | University of Michigan - Ann ArborSanta J. Ono, President, University of Michigan - Ann Arbor | University of Michigan - Ann Arbor The University of Michigan is at the forefront of a...

Google Revealed As Company Behind Proposed Indianapolis Data Center
Google has been identified as the company behind a proposed data center in Franklin Township, according to city planning documents obtained through a public records request. Photo by Anthony Quintano, Wikimedia Commons. News Release INDIANAPOLIS —...

Indiana National Guard soldier earn combat patches for valor in Kosovo
EDINBURGH — More than 300 Hoosier Guardsmen from the Indiana National Guard’s 76th Infantry Brigade Combat Team received their coveted combat patches during a ceremony at Camp Atterbury on Wednesday, symbolizing their distinguished service in...