Indiana News Archive, Page 7

SAC Breakup? Shot Clock and NIL Talk with Kyle Neddenriep, and the NFL Draft

Is the Summit Athletic Conference falling apart? Kyle Neddenriep joins to discuss, plus the Colts draft CJ Allen and IU has a record eight players selected.

Brice Vance

Bobcats Are Back in Indiana. Here's What You Need to Know.

Bobcats were endangered in Indiana for 36 years. Now they've been spotted in nearly every county and the state just held its first hunting season since 1969.

Jarred Porter

What’s it like in Boonville, Indiana?

Boonville is where Abraham Lincoln learned the law, and this Warrick County seat still delivers with a historic downtown square, Scales Lake, and great eats.

Cheyne Reiter

It's Baseball Season in Indiana

The Indians, TinCaps, South Bend Cubs, Evansville Otters, Dubois County Bombers, and more. Here's your guide to baseball across Indiana in 2026.

Ryan Miller

Speedway City Garage: Indiana's New Coffee-to-Cocktails Spot Built Around Racing

Speedway City Garage on Main Street pairs Founders Grounds Coffee, Pax Verum Brewing, food, and Speedway racing energy near IMS.

Jarred Porter

New Season Underway at Salem Speedway

Salem Speedway has hosted legends like A.J. Foyt, Jeff Gordon, and Tony Stewart since 1947. The new season is underway at this iconic Indiana track.

Shelby Zellmer

Brookville Lake: Bluebirds, Walleye, and 50 Years of Lake Life

Brookville Lake has 127 bluebird boxes, Indiana's walleye brood stock, and 50 years of lake life near the Ohio border. Allison has the full guide on the pod.

Allison Martin

Colts 2026 NFL Draft Preview: No First-Rounder, Big Needs

The Colts enter the 2026 NFL Draft without a first-round pick. Here's every selection, top roster needs, and what to watch on draft weekend.

Jarred Porter

Sideline Sports Show: IU is Hot in the Portal, Colts Draft Expectations, and Weekly High School Baseball Recap

Brice and DC break down IU's six transfer portal additions with The Daily Hoosier's Mike Schumann, preview the Colts draft, and debate DeKalb's baseball rise.

Brice Vance

The Hometown Voice: A Conversation with Broadcaster Greg Rakestraw

Greg Rakestraw brought ESPN Radio to Indy at 25, has called 300 Indy Eleven matches and 200+ IHSAA championships. Here's the story behind the voice.

Josh Gordon

Walls’ Drive-In: A Must-Stop Classic in Cannelton, Indiana

Walls' Drive-In in Cannelton serves up square burgers, breaded tenderloins, and soft serve in a classic drive-in setting on the Ohio River. Worth the stop.

Taylor Huff

What’s it like in Montezuma, Indiana?

A town of 926 people with a riverfront restaurant in an 1850s building and a bar with a mug chug challenge. That's Montezuma, Indiana. Here's the breakdown.

Cheyne Reiter

Five Breakout Candidates for Purdue Football in 2026 After Spring Practice

Spring practice is over in West Lafayette. Here are five players who could break out for Purdue football in 2026 under Barry Odom's retooled roster.

Jacob Dunn

Jameson Camp Receives $3 Million Grant to Build for the Next Century

Jameson Camp in Indianapolis received a $3 million Lilly Endowment grant to add cabins, a staff lodge, and accessibility upgrades as it approaches 100 years.

Cheyne Reiter

Discover WonderLab: Bloomington’s Hands-On Science Adventure

WonderLab Museum in downtown Bloomington is one of southern Indiana's best family destinations with interactive science exhibits, live animals, and BubbleFest.

Taylor Huff

Sideline Sports Show: The Masters with Scott Pieri and Fort Wayne FC Preview

Brice celebrates a 40 Under 40 honor, Fort Wayne Golf Hall of Famer Scott Pieri talks The Masters, and DC highlights area high school baseball standouts.

Brice Vance

The Canal Walk at White River State Park: A Free Downtown Indy Essential

The canal walk through White River State Park is free, flat, and connects five major attractions in downtown Indianapolis. Here's your complete guide.

Jarred Porter

City West: Indiana’s Lost Dream City Buried in the Dunes

City West, Indiana was built near Lake Michigan to rival Chicago before the dunes swallowed it. Here's the story of the lost Indiana town.

Taylor Huff

A Taste of Germany in Indiana: Heidelberg Haus Café & Bakery

Heidelberg Haus in Lawrence has been serving authentic German food, pastries, and culture since 1968. Here's why this family-run café is an Indiana treasure.

Taylor Huff

What’s it like in Winona Lake, Indiana?

Originally developed as a resort town, Winona Lake, Indiana is a small town with an elite shopping district, great eateries, and high school history on its side.

Cheyne Reiter

The History of Hoosier National Forest: Indiana’s Wild Comeback

Hoosier National Forest was once depleted farmland. Here's how 200,000 acres in southern Indiana became the state's greatest conservation comeback story.

Taylor Huff

Mississinewa Lake: The Conservation Mindset

Mississinewa Lake near Peru has Indiana's biggest state park beach, 472 campsites, and the powerful story of Frances Slocum. Allison has the full guide.

Allison Martin

Discover the Charm of White Barn Antiques in Cloverdale, Indiana

White Barn Antiques in Cloverdale is a rustic barn full of farmhouse finds and vintage treasures worth the drive to Putnam County.

Taylor Huff

Fort Wayne's Famous Coney Island: 112 Years of Hot Dogs Done Right

Fort Wayne's Famous Coney Island has been serving the same coney dog recipe since 1914. Here's why this 112-year-old hot dog stand is an Indiana legend.

Jarred Porter

Close-up of deep maroon Queen of the Night tulip petals at Kat Von D's black tulip field

A Gothic Garden in Southern Indiana: Kat Von D’s Black Tulip Field

Kat Von D's black tulip field in Vevay, Indiana brings thousands of dark spring blooms, free public views, peak bloom tips, and photo-worthy stops.

Taylor Huff

How Indiana Vocational Technical College Became Ivy Tech

The "Ivy" in Ivy Tech has nothing to do with the Ivy League. Here's the surprising origin story behind Indiana's largest college and how it got its name.

Jarred Porter

What’s it like in Arcadia, Indiana?

Arcadia, Indiana sits in Hamilton County with seasonal markets, small-town history, nearby Beck's Hybrids, and easy Northern Hamilton County charm.

Cheyne Reiter

Celery Bog: Why Birders From Across the Midwest Drive to West Lafayette

Celery Bog in West Lafayette is a top Indiana birding spot with trails, wetlands, wildlife, 260 recorded species, and local history.

Jarred Porter

Cherry Blossom Season in Indiana: 4 Spots Worth the Drive Before the Petals Fall

Find where cherry blossoms grow in Indiana, including Indianapolis and Carmel spots, peak bloom timing, and tips for catching the petals before they fall.

Jarred Porter

Hoosiers to Watch in the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Final Four

Braylon Mullins, Jake Davis, Ben Humrichous, and Dusty May all have Indiana roots and are competing in the 2026 Final Four in Indianapolis this weekend.

Cheyne Reiter

Potato Creek State Park: The Power of a Place

Allison Martin explores Potato Creek State Park near South Bend, from its pre-Civil War integrated community to ospreys, mountain biking, and a coming lodge.

Allison Martin

Greenfield's Braylon Mullins Is Coming Home for the Final Four

Braylon Mullins hit a 35-foot buzzer-beater to beat Duke and send UConn to the Final Four. Now the Greenfield native is coming home to Indianapolis.

Jarred Porter

Sideline Sports Show: IHSAA State Finals Recap, Purdue Loses in Elite Eight

Westview and New Haven fell just short at state, Purdue's era ends in the Elite Eight, and the ABS debate heats up on this week's Sideline Sports Show.

Brice Vance

March Madness 2021: Why Indy Was the Only Place That Could Pull It Off

In 2021, Indianapolis hosted the entire NCAA Tournament in one state during a pandemic. Here's why no other city could have made it work.

Josh Gordon

What’s it like in Whiteland, Indiana?

Whiteland, Indiana is a fast-growing Johnson County town home to America's oldest go-kart track, the first Indiana Mr. Basketball, and a 2026 state wrestling title.

Cheyne Reiter

Post Malone Headlines Final Four JamFest in Indy

Post Malone, Twenty One Pilots, and Zac Brown Band Are Playing Indy for Free

Post Malone, Twenty One Pilots, and Zac Brown Band headline free Final Four concerts in Indianapolis. See the 2026 JamFest lineup and weekend details.

Jarred Porter

A Southern Indiana Classic: The Chicken Place in Ireland, IN

The Chicken Place in Ireland, Indiana near Jasper has served fried chicken from a secret 1948 family recipe for decades. See the menu, hours, and history.

Taylor Huff

2026 IHSAA Boys Basketball State Finals Preview

The 2026 IHSAA boys basketball state finals are Saturday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Here's your preview of every class from Barr-Reeve to Crown Point.

Cheyne Reiter

2026 Final Four in Indy: The Best Free and Cheap Fan Events

You do not need a game ticket to enjoy Final Four weekend. Here are free and cheap Indianapolis events, fan activities, and dates for April 3-6, 2026.

Jarred Porter

Cecil M. Harden Lake: Raccoon State Recreation Area & the Mansfield Roller Mill

Allison Martin explores Cecil M. Harden Lake in Parke County, from its pristine campgrounds and reservoir boating to the historic Mansfield Roller Mill.

Allison Martin

Where to Watch the 2026 Final Four in Indianapolis

No game ticket? No problem. Here are the best bars, watch parties, and outdoor screens for catching the 2026 Final Four in downtown Indianapolis.

Jarred Porter

Sideline Sports Show: New Haven, Westview are Going to State & Keion Brooks Jr. Joins the Show

New Haven hits its first-ever state finals on a buzzer-beater, Westview punches its 2A ticket, and Keion Brooks Jr. joins the Sideline Sports Show.

Brice Vance

4 Teams, 1 City: Your Guide to Indy’s Historic 2026 Final Four Weekend

Indianapolis is hosting four basketball championships in one week. Here's your guide to where to stay, eat, park, and navigate Final Four weekend 2026.

Jarred Porter

What’s it like in Alexandria, Indiana?

Alexandria, Indiana is home to the World's Largest Ball of Paint, the Madison County 4-H Fair, and a baseball program with multiple state titles.

Cheyne Reiter

Dan's Variety Bakery in Kokomo: A Classic Indiana Bakery Done Right

Dan's Variety Bakery in Kokomo has fried fresh donuts since 1975. It opens at 1 a.m., sells until it runs out, and is closed Mondays. Cash only, ATM inside.

Taylor Huff

Sideline Sports Show: Seven Regional Champions, Purdue Is Back, and a New High School Football Coach!

Brice and DC recap seven northeast Indiana regional basketball champions, Purdue's Big Ten Tournament run, and Northrop's new football coach John Schaefer.

Brice Vance

Every Hoosier Playing in the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament

From Braden Smith at Purdue to Flory Bidunga at Kansas, here's every Indiana native playing in the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament.

Brooks Hepp

Salamonie Lake: A Park for Every Personality

Salamonie Lake near Peru has hiking, disc golf, horse trails, a raptor center, and Indiana's only snowmobile trail. Allison breaks down who will love it most.

Allison Martin

Indiana News Archive, Page 7

SAC Breakup? Shot Clock and NIL Talk with Kyle Neddenriep, and the NFL Draft

Bobcats Are Back in Indiana. Here's What You Need to Know.

What’s it like in Boonville, Indiana?

It's Baseball Season in Indiana

Speedway City Garage: Indiana's New Coffee-to-Cocktails Spot Built Around Racing

New Season Underway at Salem Speedway

Brookville Lake: Bluebirds, Walleye, and 50 Years of Lake Life

Colts 2026 NFL Draft Preview: No First-Rounder, Big Needs

Sideline Sports Show: IU is Hot in the Portal, Colts Draft Expectations, and Weekly High School Baseball Recap

The Hometown Voice: A Conversation with Broadcaster Greg Rakestraw

Walls’ Drive-In: A Must-Stop Classic in Cannelton, Indiana

What’s it like in Montezuma, Indiana?

Five Breakout Candidates for Purdue Football in 2026 After Spring Practice

Jameson Camp Receives $3 Million Grant to Build for the Next Century

Discover WonderLab: Bloomington’s Hands-On Science Adventure

Sideline Sports Show: The Masters with Scott Pieri and Fort Wayne FC Preview

The Canal Walk at White River State Park: A Free Downtown Indy Essential

City West: Indiana’s Lost Dream City Buried in the Dunes

A Taste of Germany in Indiana: Heidelberg Haus Café & Bakery

What’s it like in Winona Lake, Indiana?

The History of Hoosier National Forest: Indiana’s Wild Comeback

Mississinewa Lake: The Conservation Mindset

Discover the Charm of White Barn Antiques in Cloverdale, Indiana

Fort Wayne's Famous Coney Island: 112 Years of Hot Dogs Done Right

A Gothic Garden in Southern Indiana: Kat Von D’s Black Tulip Field

How Indiana Vocational Technical College Became Ivy Tech

What’s it like in Arcadia, Indiana?

Celery Bog: Why Birders From Across the Midwest Drive to West Lafayette

Cherry Blossom Season in Indiana: 4 Spots Worth the Drive Before the Petals Fall

Hoosiers to Watch in the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Final Four

Potato Creek State Park: The Power of a Place

Greenfield's Braylon Mullins Is Coming Home for the Final Four

Sideline Sports Show: IHSAA State Finals Recap, Purdue Loses in Elite Eight

March Madness 2021: Why Indy Was the Only Place That Could Pull It Off

What’s it like in Whiteland, Indiana?

Post Malone, Twenty One Pilots, and Zac Brown Band Are Playing Indy for Free

A Southern Indiana Classic: The Chicken Place in Ireland, IN

2026 IHSAA Boys Basketball State Finals Preview

2026 Final Four in Indy: The Best Free and Cheap Fan Events

Cecil M. Harden Lake: Raccoon State Recreation Area & the Mansfield Roller Mill

Where to Watch the 2026 Final Four in Indianapolis

Sideline Sports Show: New Haven, Westview are Going to State & Keion Brooks Jr. Joins the Show

4 Teams, 1 City: Your Guide to Indy’s Historic 2026 Final Four Weekend

What’s it like in Alexandria, Indiana?

Dan's Variety Bakery in Kokomo: A Classic Indiana Bakery Done Right

Sideline Sports Show: Seven Regional Champions, Purdue Is Back, and a New High School Football Coach!

Every Hoosier Playing in the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament

Salamonie Lake: A Park for Every Personality

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