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Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra expands oartnership with Indianapolis Ballet for 2026-27 Season
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra (ISO) and Indianapolis Ballet are expanding their artistic partnership for the 2026-27 season, bringing the full power of live...
Becky’s Place opens new Dental Assistant Program for local residents
BEDFORD — Becky’s Place launched a new initiative to support and empower the women who call it home. Becky’s Place has empowered countless women to...
Federal VA awards $38 million to 19 Indiana nonprofits to fight veteran homelessness
INDIANA — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) awarded $38 million in grants to 19 Indiana organizations to support homeless veterans and those facing...
Knights of Columbus Council 1166 raises more than $22,000 in 49th Annual Tootsie Roll Drive
BEDFORD — Knights of Columbus Council 1166 has raised more than $22,000 to date through its 49th annual Tootsie Roll Drive, benefiting local children and...
From Beethoven to Beyoncé: Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra opens 2026–27 season
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra opens its 2026–27 season September 19 at Hilbert Circle Theatre. The fall introduces two season-long classical explorations: all seven...
Riley Children’s Health ranked among the nation’s best children’s hospitals
INDIANAPOLIS – Riley Children’s Health has once again been named among the nation’s leading children’s hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, earning a spot on...
Fast-finishing Stars surge to sweep of Artesians
By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Proving the worn-out proverb – everybody has heard “It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish” – to...
TriStar to celebrate new facility expansion in Bedford with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
BEDFORD — Local technology solutions provider TriStar is marking a major milestone in Bedford with the celebration of its new facility expansion and 30th anniversary....
Stingy Stars extend shutout streak with impressive 2-0 victory over Trinity Lutheran
By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Most members of the hottest team on the Bedford North Lawrence campus cannot legally drive a car to school....
Mitchell woman arrested for theft after stealing Halloween decorations
MITCHELL — A 60-year-old Mitchell woman was arrested Wednesday, September 9th, after police said she stole hundreds of dollars’ worth of Halloween decorations from a...
Purdue, Indianapolis Colts launch STEAM Combine for students
INDIANAPOLIS — Purdue University and the Indianapolis Colts are teaming up to bring science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics education to the football field with...
Governor Braun continues to deliver on promise to keep local governments whole during gas tax holiday
INDIANA — Indiana counties, cities and towns will once again receive gas tax reimbursements after the State Board of Finance today unanimously approved the reimbursements, continuing...