Melissa Crash
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Indianapolis, IN, United States
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East side school teaches financial literacy by giving students $50 a week
INDIANAPOLIS – There’s a school on the east side that’s working to teach teenagers how to be financially responsible. As part of the program, students are receiving cash each week. And it’s up to them on how they spend it. Inside Rooted School Indianapolis, 40 students have been selected to receive $50 a week for […] → Read More
Hoosier farmers offered protection from crop losses
Nearly 200,000 Hoosiers work in agriculture, and there’s a program open right now to help Indiana farmers this season. The Nature Conservancy in Indiana is working with state and U.S. agencies to offer the “Cover Crop Premium Discount program.” The idea is to protect farmers against devastating crop losses due to weather. The planted “cover […] → Read More
Dermatologist weighs in and offers advice following UV nail dryer study
INDIANAPOLIS – Before you head to your next next nail appointment, there’s a new study you need to be aware of. When’s the last time you got a gel manicure or pedicure? A study released in January found radiation from ultraviolet (UV) gel nail dryers could damage your DNA and cause cancer mutations in cells. […] → Read More
Valentine’s Day jewelry trends during economic uncertainty
INDIANAPOLIS – They say diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but this Valentine’s Day, could inflation get in the way? We are less than a week away from the holiday, and if you plan to go the bling route there are some things you need to know. “I feel like this week is optimistic,” said […] → Read More
Indy is a hot spot for bed bugs; What can you do to prevent them?
INDIANAPOLIS – The Circle City ranks in a top ten list. But… it’s not exactly a good thing. An annual report by Orkin lists Indianapolis no. 7 for bed bugs. In fact, did you know if you miss one pregnant bed bug, you can be reinfested with more than 300 adult bed bugs and […] → Read More
Tax advice for gig workers and people who lost their job in 2022
INDIANAPOLIS – If you drive an Uber, deliver for DoorDash or maybe lost your job in the last year — where do you start when it comes to your taxes? Tax season started Monday, so we wanted to find out specifically how gig workers or people who are unemployed should go about the next few […] → Read More
‘These people believe me’: New program helps Hoosiers deal with chronic pain
INDIANAPOLIS – An estimated 100 million Americans live with chronic pain impacting their everyday life. From waking up in the morning, going to work or making a meal. Chronic pain was making Kristen Oliphant’s life more and more difficult, and she knew she had to make a change. “Every day I am in pain, something […] → Read More
Need a New Year’s resolution? Experts say make a financial one
The top three financial resolutions according to Fidelity Investments are to save more, spend less, and pay down debt. They say 2023 will be the year of living sensibly. → Read More
Here’s a look at the top 2022 scams, trends ahead of the new year
INDIANAPOLIS – As we near the end of the year, we’re learning 2022 was a big one for scammers. On average, Hoosiers lost $400. The Better Business Bureau tracks that data and watches the trends. Here are the top 5 scams of the year. The BBB says, that’s not a surprise since we all shop […] → Read More
Lawrence mayor reflects on the city’s growth and looks forward to what’s next
LAWRENCE, Ind. – After six years in office, the mayor of Lawrence, Steve Collier, has announced he will not seek re-election. We sat down with him to reflect on his time in office to learn his hopes for the future of the growing city. Mayor Collier told us he’s looking forward to going from 100 […] → Read More
Don’t let scammers ruin your end of the year vacation by following these BBB tips
It’s about time to book your upcoming trip for the holidays. As we know, there’s always a chance for disruptions when you go to the airport. Adding to the frustrations, scammers are trying to trick you into spending money on a fake airline ticket. → Read More
Hispanic Heritage: Magistrate Judge Mario Garcia hopes to inspire the next generation of lawyers
Mario Garcia is the magistrate judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana and the first Hispanic judge appointed to the court. → Read More
Hispanic Heritage: Magistrate Judge Mario Garcia hopes to inspire the next generation of lawyers
Mario Garcia is the magistrate judge of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana and the first Hispanic judge appointed to the court. → Read More
Monarca Academy hopes to break down barriers for Indy Latino families
INDIANAPOLIS – For students on the west side of the city, there’s a new school option this year. What makes this option different is that it’s inspired by the Latino and immigrant experience. School leaders hope it breaks down barriers. A group of 6th graders inside Felicia Sears’ classroom are the first students who make […] → Read More
Monarca Academy hopes to break down barriers for Indy Latino families
INDIANAPOLIS – For students on the west side of the city, there’s a new school option this year. What makes this option different is that it’s inspired by the Latino and immigrant experience. School leaders hope it breaks down barriers. A group of 6th graders inside Felicia Sears’ classroom are the first students who make […] → Read More
Uncovered: Online database wants your help solving cold cases
INDIANAPOLIS – An online database wants to use the power of community to solve cold cases of murdered or missing people. It’s called Uncovered, and that’s exactly what their mission is — uncovering the facts. People around our state, the country, even the world, can help solve these cold cases. For Indiana, there are more […] → Read More
Indy Summer Learning Labs double in size, help thousands of students during break
INDIANAPOLIS – Data shows a summer program created to help students with pandemic learning loss is making a difference. In its second year, it’s almost doubled in size. In 2021, the Summer Learning Labs served 3,000 first through ninth-graders. This year, that number is close to 6,000. It’s a program that organizers say is meeting […] → Read More
Indy Summer Learning Labs double in size, help thousands of students during break
INDIANAPOLIS – Data shows a summer program created to help students with pandemic learning loss is making a difference. In its second year, it’s almost doubled in size. In 2021, the Summer Learning Labs served 3,000 first through ninth-graders. This year, that number is close to 6,000. It’s a program that organizers say is meeting […] → Read More
Here’s how to cut costs during inflation by couponing
INDIANAPOLIS – We want to help you find ways save, as grocery and gas prices remain high and for many, unmanageable. Here are some tips on how to cut costs, literally. We’re talking couponing! Experts say that it’s not as popular anymore, but there are quicker and easier ways to save while still couponing. So […] → Read More
Here’s how to cut costs during inflation by couponing
INDIANAPOLIS – We want to help you find ways save, as grocery and gas prices remain high and for many, unmanageable. Here are some tips on how to cut costs, literally. We’re talking couponing! Experts say that it’s not as popular anymore, but there are quicker and easier ways to save while still couponing. So […] → Read More