From Post Malone to teacher appreciation, here are some 2020 stories that made us smile
These 10 stories — and many more — made IndyStar journalists feel good about the world in 2020
Month: December 2020
After starting work on the same day in 1978, these Riley heart doctors will retire Jan. 1
Together, John Brown, a cardiothoracic surgeon, and Randall Caldwell, a cardiologist, helped launch the state’s pediatric heart transplant program.
For family of nursing home residents, 2020 is time they will never get back
For thousands of Hoosiers, the pandemic has produced an unbearable separation that has kept family members from heir loved ones in nursing homes.
Indianapolis directs homeless population to clear encampments on Monument Circle
Indianapolis has directed people camping on Monument Circle to vacate the area by Jan. 12.
High school results
Prep results from Wednesday, Dec. 30, and late results from Tuesday, Dec. 29
SPORTS DIGEST: Valparaiso women’s series with Illinois State rescheduled
Digest includes the AP’s Coach of the Year and Player of the Year awards, and critical news for the Colts’ offense.
Merrillville clamps down on defense to win Battle of Broadway over Andrean in overtime
“We’re finally breaking out and showing what we can do.”
First responders band together to save baby deer stuck on frozen lake in snow storm
A Hobart Fire Department diver arrived and Crown Point firefighters came to assist with a piece of rescue equipment that resembles a sled.
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Christmas Eve theft caught in camera at Region hardware store, police say
The theft happened Dec. 24 in Home Depot at 960 U.S. 41 in Schererville, police said.