In two short years, the Avon High School Speech and Debate team has grown from 10 participating Avon students to over 70 students, despite COVID restrictions. The growth of the high school speech team has addressed important needs at Avon High School, including: 1) providing important extra-curricular activity for a growing …
Read More »DUI Traffic Stop Leads to Police Pursuit and Fatal Crash
PLAINFIELD – On July 2, 2022, at approximately 1320 hrs., Plainfield Police Officers responded to a report of a possible intoxicated or impaired driver in a black Chevrolet Malibu heading westbound on Main Street at Clarks Road. The vehicle was reportedly driving erratically and all over the roadway. The officer …
Read More »4th of July Firework Safety Tips from the Indiana State Police
It’s that time of the year again where everyone is looking forward to celebrating Independence Day! Enjoying the summer weather, having a backyard BBQ, spending time with family and friends, and using fireworks are all some of the best ways to celebrate. The Indiana State Police wants everyone to remain …
Read More »Brownsburg and Avon Community Schools Among Recipients of Indiana Department of Education Career Pathways Grants
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) today awarded 97 schools and community partners with more than $57 million in Explore, Engage and Experience (3E) grant funding. The grant will aid Indiana’s schools and local partners as they work to strengthen, expand and create effective career pathways throughout students’ K-12 …
Read More »Long-Term Binford Boulevard Ramp Closure Through 2025 Expected to Begin Tuesday
INDIANAPOLIS (June 30, 2022) – The long-term closure of the northbound Binford Boulevard on-ramp to westbound I-465 is expected to begin on or after Tuesday morning, July 5. A closure of about three years is needed to make room for construction and help keep I-465 traffic flowing during the Clear …
Read More »Improvements coming to State Road 75 bridge over I-74 near Jamestown on July 7
BOONE COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces the State Road 75 bridge over I-74 will close on or after Thursday, July 7 for bridge work. This closure is approximately 1.4 miles north of S.R. 234, near Jamestown. It’s expected to reopen in November, weather permitting. Traffic will …
Read More »IMPD homicide detectives arrest suspect for alleged involvement in homicide of his sister
IMPD homicide detectives arrested 30-year-old Krystopher Monroe for his alleged involvement in the homicide of his sister. On Wednesday, June 29, 2022, just after 6:00 PM, IMPD Southwest District officers were dispatched to the 8700 block of Hosta Way on a report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located …
Read More »Indiana DCS receives federal approval for prevention funding
INDIANAPOLIS (June 30, 2022) – The Indiana Department of Child Services received approval from the Administration for Children and Families of its Title IV-E Prevention Program Five-Year plan, which allows the state to use federal funding for the first time to deliver prevention services to families with the goal of …
Read More »New I-65/I-70 Flyover Bridge Open to Traffic
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is opening the largest structure within the North Split project. The southbound to eastbound flyover bridge is now open to traffic. Earlier this morning, North Split construction crews shifted traffic onto the interchange’s newly re-constructed flyover bridge. Motorists driving southbound on I-65 will …
Read More »IMPD Aggravated Assault Detectives Make Arrest in Shooting Investigation
IMPD aggravated assault detectives arrested 45-year-old Anthony Liner Wednesday for his alleged role in a shooting that occurred on Monday, June 27, 2022. On Monday, June 27, 2022, at approximately 5:47 pm, IMPD East District officers were dispatched to the 3000 block of Brookside Parkway N. Drive on a report …
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