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Sundown Towns in Indiana: How a Legacy of 'Whites-Only' Towns …
WEBSep 17, 2020 — In northeast Indiana, the city of Huntington has been documented as a confirmed Sundown Town on Loewen’s website. Huntington Mayor Richard Strick said, while the city has come a long way, a lack of documentation can make having conversations about that time difficult and hard to relate the current environment to …
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WEBAug 28, 2024 — Morning news brief. A MARTÍNEZ, HOST: The Justice Department has obtained a new indictment in the federal election interference case against former President Donald Trump. MICHEL MARTIN, HOST: The move comes weeks after the Supreme Court gave the former president substantial immunity from prosecution. MARTÍNEZ: NPR justice correspondent ...
How Groundhog Day came to the U.S. — and why we still ... - WBOI
WEBFeb 2, 2023 — Groundhog Day has its roots in ancient midwinter ceremonies. How did the U.S. end up celebrating Groundhog Day in the first place? It dates back to ancient traditions — first pagan, then Christian — marking the halfway point between the winter solstice and spring equinox, says Troy Harman, a history professor at Penn State University who also works as a ranger at Gettysburg National ...
1A | WBOI - NPR News & Diverse Music in Northeast Indiana
WEBHosted by Jenn White, 1A aspires to be the most important daily conversation about the issues of our time. The show takes a deep and unflinching look at America, bringing context and insight to stories unfolding across the country and the world. 1A explores important issues such as policy, politics, and technology, while also delving into lighter subjects such as pop culture, sports and humor.
Indiana's new high school diplomas spark concerns among ... - WBOI
WEBAug 1, 2024 — Indiana’s universities are raising the alarm of the state’s overhaul of high school diplomas, with some warning the current plan tips students toward the workforce instead of emphasizing academic rigor and preparing them for higher education or other post-graduate options.
Seven Priests Ordained Marks Largest Class Since 1962
WEBJun 7, 2021 — On Saturday, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend celebrated the ordination of seven new priests. This was the largest ordination class the diocese has seen in almost sixty years.
‘Shaken by violence’: Muncie gives update on weekend ... - WBOI
WEBJul 31, 2023 — Hundreds of people – with estimates of between 500 to 1,000 – were at the Sunday night gathering. Police say some of the gunshot victims were teenagers. Because of the number of people, Muncie police asked for help and said 8-10 agencies responded.
Tom Henry wins record fifth term as Fort Wayne mayor - WBOI
WEBNov 8, 2023 — Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry won a record fifth term in office. The 16-year incumbent Democrat defeated his GOP challenger, 20-year Republican 3rd District City Councilman Tom Didier by a slim 52% to 48% margin.
Cedar Creek restoration project begins in Auburn - WBOI
WEBNov 15, 2021 — One of northeast Indiana's most scenic waterways is threatened by erosion in DeKalb County, and a project to restore those areas is underway. Cedar Creek is the largest tributary of the St. Joseph River in Fort Wayne and one of only three streams in Indiana’s Natural, Scenic and Recreational River System.