Indiana News Archive, Page 8

Science Central Fort Wayne: Where Curiosity Comes to Life

Science Central in Fort Wayne is a hands-on science center housed in a 1929 power plant with interactive exhibits, live demos, and STEM fun for all ages.

Taylor Huff

Purdue Wins 2026 Big Ten Tournament Championship, Earns No. 2 Seed in NCAA Tournament

Purdue toppled top-seeded Michigan 80-72 to win the 2026 Big Ten Tournament title in Chicago, earning a No. 2 seed in the NCAA Tournament.

Jarred Porter

What’s it like in Edinburgh, Indiana?

Edinburgh, Indiana has the state's biggest tenderloin, premium outlet shopping, and a Fuzzy Zoeller-designed golf course — all in just three square miles.

Cheyne Reiter

Sideline Sports Show: HS Sectional Champs, Fort Wayne FC, IU & Purdue Struggling

Brice and DC recap northeast Indiana high school basketball sectionals, chat with Fort Wayne FC, and break down IU and Purdue's rough seasons.

Brice Vance

Free Art Activities for Kids at Indy Parks

Free Art for Every Kid: Discovering Indy Parks’ Most Accessible Creative Program

Indy Parks runs Arts for All, a program bringing free and low-cost art activities to Indianapolis families at park locations across the city.

Jarred Porter

White River State Park: What You Still Get

The $65 Million Question: What Does a Canceled Expansion Mean for the White River?

Indiana shelved expansion plans for White River State Park. Here's what the park currently offers and how to make the most of a visit.

Jarred Porter

Top 5 Family Easter Activities in Central Indiana

Find Central Indiana Easter events for 2026, including egg hunts, spring festivals, family activities, and seasonal outings around Indianapolis.

Taylor Huff

Top 4 Family Easter Activities in Southern Indiana

Find family-friendly Easter events in Southern Indiana for 2026, including egg hunts, park activities, and spring outings near Evansville and Newburgh.

Taylor Huff

Family Friendly Easter Activities in Northern Indiana

From egg hunts at Potato Creek State Park to Easter brunch at Fair Oaks Farms, here are the best family-friendly Easter events in northern Indiana for 2026.

Taylor Huff

Indiana Officially Opens the Door for the Chicago Bears

Indiana passed legislation to explore bringing the Chicago Bears to northwest Indiana. Here's what the bill means and how Lucas Oil Stadium is the blueprint.

Josh Gordon

Wawa Has Arrived. Buc-ee's Is Next. Indiana's Gas Stops Are Changing.

Wawa has ten Indiana locations and counting. Buc-ee's is eyeing a 28-acre site in Greenwood. The era of the roller grill hot dog is ending.

Jarred Porter

Photo by Barbara J. Perenic/Columbus Dispatch

History of March Madness in Indiana

Indianapolis has hosted more March Madness magic than almost anywhere. Explore the venues, historic games, and moments that make Indiana basketball's home.

Brooks Hepp

Chain O’ Lakes State Park: A Small Boater’s Paradise & A Hiker’s Haven

Allison Martin explores Chain O' Lakes State Park in Albion, Indiana, home to a 9-lake paddling challenge, 29 miles of trails, and the Indiana Trail 100.

Allison Martin

Five Indiana State Parks That Are Perfect for Spring Camping and Hiking

From canyon hikes at Turkey Run to waterfalls at Clifty Falls, these five state parks are calling. Plus, enjoy 25% off weeknight camping this spring.

Jarred Porter

What’s it like in Elwood, Indiana?

Elwood, Indiana serves up award-winning tenderloins, glass festival fun, and a presidential history you won't find anywhere else.

Cheyne Reiter

Colts 2026 NFL Draft Preview: No First-Round Pick, Big Questions, and a Deep Edge Rusher Class

The Colts enter the 2026 NFL Draft without a first-round pick after the Sauce Gardner trade. Here's what to watch for at pick No. 47.

Jarred Porter

Abby’s Garden Parties: A Hidden Gem for Creative Celebrations

Abby's Garden Parties in Zionsville offers guided terrarium-building celebrations perfect for birthdays, showers, and girls' nights. Here's why locals love it.

Taylor Huff

Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament Hits Indy This Week

The Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament tips off March 4 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Here's your guide to the bracket, schedule, and Hoosier matchups.

Jarred Porter

Monroe Lake: Paynetown, Fairfax State Recreation Areas, and More are a Home for Every Hoosier

Monroe Lake is Indiana's largest lake with 9 recreation areas, stunning wildlife, and year-round adventures near Bloomington. Plan your visit!

Allison Martin

Sideline Sports Show: Bellmont Girls Win State!

Bellmont wins 3A girls basketball state! Brice & DC recap the finals, break down IU hoops, and cover NFL Combine standouts.

Brice Vance

What’s it like in Mooresville, Indiana?

Mooresville, Indiana is a historic Morgan County town known as the birthplace of the state flag. Explore its parks, food, and charm.

Cheyne Reiter

The Get Indiana Guide to the IHSAA 2025-26 Girls Basketball State Finals

Four classes, four championships. Here's everything you need to know about the 2026 IHSAA Girls Basketball State Finals in Indianapolis.

Josh Gordon

2026 NFL Combine Indianapolis: Complete Guide to Schedule, Tickets, and Local Prospects

The 2026 NFL Combine is back in Indy! Get the full schedule, free ticket info, and local prospects from Notre Dame, IU, and Purdue.

Jarred Porter

Cagles Mill Lake: Lieber & Cataract Falls State Recreation Areas, A Lake for Extroverts and Introverts

Discover Cagles Mill Lake in Indiana, featuring Lieber SRA's beaches and camping plus Cataract Falls' stunning waterfalls and trails.

Allison Martin

Sideline Sports Show: Norwell, Bellmont, Fremont Girls Advance to State

Norwell, Bellmont, and Fremont are all headed to the Indiana girls basketball state finals. Here's how each team punched their ticket to the big stage.

Brice Vance

Beyond Hinkle: Kellen Dunham’s Journey from Performance to Purpose

Butler legend Kellen Dunham traded pro basketball for ministry. Here's how he's mentoring 50+ athletes through Athletes in Action on campus.

Josh Gordon

Indiana Maple Syrup Season 2026: Where to See Sugaring

Indiana Maple Syrup Season: Where to See Sugaring

Maple syrup season runs late February through March in Indiana. Here's where to see sugaring demos, taste fresh syrup, and find local maple farms.

Jarred Porter

What’s it like in Pendleton, Indiana?

Pendleton, Indiana is growing fast in Madison County. Explore Falls Park, local restaurants, festivals, and high school sports history.

Cheyne Reiter

How to Watch IndyCar in 2026: TV, Streaming, and Schedule

Every 2026 IndyCar race airs on FOX, kicking off March 1. Here's the full schedule, streaming options, and best Indy bars to catch race day.

Jarred Porter

Chicago Bears to Indiana? Wolf Lake Stadium Deal Explained

The Chicago Bears Board of Directors voted to advance stadium plans in Hammond, Indiana on June 4, 2026. Here's everything we know so far.

Jarred Porter

Thank You, Benn: Bennedict Mathurin's Pacer Legacy

From rookie swagger to fan favorite, Bennedict Mathurin gave Pacers fans unforgettable memories. Here's a tribute to his time in Indiana.

Jarred Porter

Sideline Sports Show: Signing Day Special

Northeast Indiana's top high school football recruits share their signing day stories on the Sideline Sports Show's special episode.

Brice Vance

IndyCar 2026: Everything You Need to Know This Season

The 2026 IndyCar season kicks off March 1 at St. Pete. Here's everything Hoosiers need to know about drivers, teams, and races.

Jarred Porter

The Perfect Kid-Free Day in Indianapolis

Finally got a sitter? Here are the best things to do in Indianapolis for couples, from morning brunch to afternoon cocktails and beyond.

Jarred Porter

Summit Lake State Park: Get “Hooked” on Lake Life

Summit Lake State Park in New Castle has great fishing, kayak trails, and bald eagles. Plan your Indiana lake getaway today.

Allison Martin

What’s it like in Monrovia, Indiana?

From Farm House Brew to basketball legend Branch McCracken, Monrovia has small-town charm and big-time history just southwest of Indianapolis.

Cheyne Reiter

Sideline Sports Show: Indiana and Purdue Survive at Home, Plus Javon Barnes and Eric Thornton Join the Show

Brice and DC break down IU and Purdue's close calls, plus Javon Barnes talks NIL and Eric Thornton recaps Norwell's sectional championship win.

Brice Vance

When Dominican Cuisine Meets Midwest BBQ: Caribbean Roots in Gary, Indiana

Caribbean Roots is a locally owned shop that serves smoked BBQ meats with a Dominican twist. Discover this hidden gem and all of its authentic dishes in Gary, Indiana.

Destany Long

Shades State Park: The Rebel State Park

Shades State Park offers rugged trails, dark skies for stargazing, and a history of murder and mystery. Discover Indiana's most underrated state park.

Allison Martin

Wolf's Fine Chocolates: A Sweet Spot in Attica, Indiana

Wolf's Fine Chocolates in Attica has been crafting handmade candy since the 1940s. Discover this Indiana hidden gem with treats that have literally been to space.

Taylor Huff

Crossroads Solar: Powering Clean Energy and Second Chances in South Bend

Meet the South Bend solar company powering homes and businesses while giving formerly incarcerated workers a fresh start.

Taylor Huff

What’s it like in Zionsville, Indiana?

Discover Zionsville, Indiana, where brick streets, local boutiques, and 80 acres of nature trails meet small-town charm just north of Indianapolis.

Cheyne Reiter

Sideline Sports Show: Indiana Men Turning a Corner, Plus Exclusives with Rapheal Davis and Jessie Bates

Brice and DC break down Indiana basketball's turnaround, plus exclusive interviews with Falcons safety Jessie Bates and BTN analyst Rapheal Davis.

Brice Vance

The Night Indianapolis Won Its First Super Bowl

On February 4, 2007, the Colts beat the Bears 29-17 in Super Bowl XLI. Eighteen years later, that night still defines Indianapolis football.

Jarred Porter

Olympia Candy Kitchen: A Sweet Goshen Tradition Since 1912

Step back in time at Olympia Candy Kitchen in Goshen, where homemade candies and classic sundaes never go out of style.

Taylor Huff

5 Romantic Weekend Getaways in Indiana for Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day falls on a Saturday in 2026. Plan a romantic Indiana getaway to French Lick, Brown County, Madison, and more. Your weekend guide is here.

Jarred Porter

Super Bowl LX: Indiana Connections

With the Purdue streak over, Notre Dame snubbed of a CFP bid, and IU fresh off a title, here is every local tie to watch in Super Bowl LX—from Kobee Minor to AJ Barner, Julian Love and Riley Mills. Who’s your pick?

Jarred Porter

Fire Towers, Lookouts & Women Reaching New Heights

Meet Indiana's female fire lookouts who spotted smoke, fought fires, and protected Hoosier forests.

Allison Martin

Indiana News Archive, Page 8

Science Central Fort Wayne: Where Curiosity Comes to Life

Purdue Wins 2026 Big Ten Tournament Championship, Earns No. 2 Seed in NCAA Tournament

What’s it like in Edinburgh, Indiana?

Sideline Sports Show: HS Sectional Champs, Fort Wayne FC, IU & Purdue Struggling

Free Art for Every Kid: Discovering Indy Parks’ Most Accessible Creative Program

The $65 Million Question: What Does a Canceled Expansion Mean for the White River?

Top 5 Family Easter Activities in Central Indiana

Top 4 Family Easter Activities in Southern Indiana

Family Friendly Easter Activities in Northern Indiana

Indiana Officially Opens the Door for the Chicago Bears

Wawa Has Arrived. Buc-ee's Is Next. Indiana's Gas Stops Are Changing.

History of March Madness in Indiana

Chain O’ Lakes State Park: A Small Boater’s Paradise & A Hiker’s Haven

Five Indiana State Parks That Are Perfect for Spring Camping and Hiking

What’s it like in Elwood, Indiana?

Colts 2026 NFL Draft Preview: No First-Round Pick, Big Questions, and a Deep Edge Rusher Class

Abby’s Garden Parties: A Hidden Gem for Creative Celebrations

Big Ten Women's Basketball Tournament Hits Indy This Week

Monroe Lake: Paynetown, Fairfax State Recreation Areas, and More are a Home for Every Hoosier

Sideline Sports Show: Bellmont Girls Win State!

What’s it like in Mooresville, Indiana?

The Get Indiana Guide to the IHSAA 2025-26 Girls Basketball State Finals

2026 NFL Combine Indianapolis: Complete Guide to Schedule, Tickets, and Local Prospects

Cagles Mill Lake: Lieber & Cataract Falls State Recreation Areas, A Lake for Extroverts and Introverts

Sideline Sports Show: Norwell, Bellmont, Fremont Girls Advance to State

Beyond Hinkle: Kellen Dunham’s Journey from Performance to Purpose

Indiana Maple Syrup Season: Where to See Sugaring

What’s it like in Pendleton, Indiana?

How to Watch IndyCar in 2026: TV, Streaming, and Schedule

Chicago Bears to Indiana? Wolf Lake Stadium Deal Explained

Thank You, Benn: Bennedict Mathurin's Pacer Legacy

Sideline Sports Show: Signing Day Special

IndyCar 2026: Everything You Need to Know This Season

The Perfect Kid-Free Day in Indianapolis

Summit Lake State Park: Get “Hooked” on Lake Life

What’s it like in Monrovia, Indiana?

Sideline Sports Show: Indiana and Purdue Survive at Home, Plus Javon Barnes and Eric Thornton Join the Show

When Dominican Cuisine Meets Midwest BBQ: Caribbean Roots in Gary, Indiana

Shades State Park: The Rebel State Park

Wolf's Fine Chocolates: A Sweet Spot in Attica, Indiana

Crossroads Solar: Powering Clean Energy and Second Chances in South Bend

What’s it like in Zionsville, Indiana?

Sideline Sports Show: Indiana Men Turning a Corner, Plus Exclusives with Rapheal Davis and Jessie Bates

The Night Indianapolis Won Its First Super Bowl

Olympia Candy Kitchen: A Sweet Goshen Tradition Since 1912

5 Romantic Weekend Getaways in Indiana for Valentine's Day

Super Bowl LX: Indiana Connections

Fire Towers, Lookouts & Women Reaching New Heights

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