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State and federal lawmakers have drawn a clear line in the sand about how SNAP dollars should be spent. Unfortunately, the rules that are clear to lawmakers don't seem to be as easily consumable to retailers and consumers trying to figure out what food can be purchased with SNAP funds. The Indiana Capital Chronicle explains what's happening.
Also, the Lebanon Reporter works to explain the uncertainty some Boone County residents near the Meta expansion site are feeling. Loss of farmland, and questions about the center's impact on water and electricity, have some wondering what the future will look like with the data center in their backyard.
Finally, is it really March in Indiana if we're not talking about basketball? A great story from the South Bend Tribune celebrates the historic role the sport — and more significantly its athletes — have played in Indiana. And after you read that, find the game closest to you this weekend and go scream your lungs out for the kids on the hardwood. They more than deserve your support.
Let us know about interesting things that are happening in your part of the state. As always, thanks for reading. |
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Lisa Renze
Free Press Indiana
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Soda, snacks and a SNAP snafu |
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The state's ban on federal aid to purchase some drinks and candy has created problems for merchants and consumers who say what's allowed and what's forbidden is anything but clear.
Since Jan. 1, Hoosier SNAP recipients have been unable to use their benefits on gum or mints, while potato chips and ice cream have remained in the clear. Soda is never allowed, neither are so-called 'sports' drinks. But 'fitness' drinks? Those are fine.
The Indiana Capital Chronicle explains the challenges retailers and customers are facing because of the law's language. |
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Indians logo honors local tribes |
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The Indianapolis Indians will sport a new logo for six games in their upcoming season, debuting May 8 at Native American Heritage Night. The logo celebrates the history of the Eastern Woodlands tribes that called Indiana home and honors the team's partnership with the Miami Nation of Indians of Indiana. |
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Lebanon's data center struggle |
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Residents surrounding the Boone County property where Meta is building the state's largest data center are dealing with the feeling of loss of farmland and fears of what is to come. What impact will the data center have on their water and electricity? How will the grid handle the extra power needed for the 1,500-acre site? The Lebanon Reporter has the story. |
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River otters are back in Eagle Creek Park |
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The semiaquatic mammals became locally extinct in the 1960s when the ecosystem changed after the dam was built to create Eagle Creek Reservoir. Their return proves local conservation efforts are working. WISH-TV has the story. |
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An Allen County quarry is on hold while residents make their case that the development should be halted altogether.
WANE-TV explains.
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Hammond residents, lawmakers and business owners imagine what life will be like and how their city will change if the Bears really do come to town. The Indy Star has the story.
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Ferdinand cold case solved 25 years after it happened, Indiana State Police say. WHAS11 explains.
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Jay County residents are still cleaning up after high winds left widespread damage to buildings and properties.
The Commercial Review has the story.
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Eighth-grade teacher Craig Shaeffer is a favorite at West Lafayette Junior-Senior High School — and just happens to be a horror story author who landed a three-book deal with options for television and film. The Journal & Courier has the story.
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Jaraan Cornell became a legend in South Bend when he hit that 3-point shot at the buzzer to take South Bend Clay High School to overtime against No. 1 Valparaiso in the state championship. Clay went on to win the game. Cornell, who died in June 2025, has been posthumously inducted into the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame. The South Bend Tribune has the story.
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