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Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Business
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Which Indiana college has the best value?
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Indiana has multiple colleges and universities that help young Hoosiers excel in the career path they desire, but which one has the best educational value? A new study conducted by SmartAsset compared schools in Indiana based on a variety of financial factors and data sets, including tuition, living expenses, student retention rate, median starting salary and scholarships awarded. Based on those factors, SmartAsset then gives each university a 'College Education Value Score' out of 100. Indiana colleges make capital project requests ahead of contentious budget session According to the study, Purdue University (Main Campus) is ranked as the number one Indiana college or university with a score of 87.54, while Purdue University (Northwest) is ranked number three with a score of 70.5. The study also ranked Indiana State University in Terre Haute at number five with a value score of 69.4. The study also found that out of the top five universities in Indiana, Purdue University (Main and Norhtwest Campus), Ball State University, Indiana State University and University of Southern Indiana, Indiana State has the highest cost of living with an average cost of $7,525. Below is a list of the top five colleges or universities in Indiana, based on SmartAsset's study: Purdue University (Main Campus) — 87.54 Ball State University — 77.73 Purdue University (Northwest) — 70.57 University of Southern Indiana — 70.04 Indiana State University — 67.3 Top 10 private Indiana colleges according to US News and World Report Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
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Former Terre Haute resident killed in violent attack in Tennessee
A former Terre Haute resident lost her life in Columbia, Tenn. May 31 after a violent attack in her neighborhood that left two people dead and another injured. Stacie Lynn Malone Wright, 51, who graduated from Terre Haute North Vigo High School and Indiana State University, was one of two people killed in the attack; the other individual who died, John Bidle, was a neighbor. The suspected gunman, Byron Childers, 41, lived just a few houses down from the victims, according to NewsChannel5 in Nashville. Childers faces multiple charges, including two counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted first-degree murder, the station reported. Others individuals were assaulted in the attack. According to quoting affidavits, Childers walked up and shot 46-year-old Bidle, who was standing in front of a house in the neighborhood. Witnesses reported that Childers then stood over Bidle in the street and shot him several more times while shouting, 'It was safe now,' because he got the 'demon from hell.' While this was happening, Wright opened the door of her home to see what the noise was, and Childers turned the gun on her, according to the affidavit. She was hit multiple times. Bidle lived across the street from her, the station reported. Childers later began firing at an ice cream truck on the street. A man in the ice cream truck was struck by a bullet in the hip, and his truck was hit several times by the gunfire, WSMV reported. Wright was transported to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where she later died. In Tennessee, she had been a talent acquisition specialist at Ultium Cells. She was born to the late Silver Ruth Barksdale Malone and Pastor Cleytus D. Malone, according to an obituary. Survivors include her husband of 20 years, Sean Wright, and children, Sydni and Sean Michael of Columbia, Tennessee, as well as her father, Cleytus Malone of Terre Haute and brother, Dwayne Malone of Terre Haute. Ceremonies to celebrate Wright's life are June 14 at Saints Home Church of God in Christ in Terre Haute; visitation is from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. and the funeral is at 1 p.m In lieu of flowers, people are asked to donate to Stacie's GoFundMe at The Boys and Girls Club of South Central Tennessee issued the following statement on social media after her death: "We are heartbroken. "This weekend, we lost a beloved member of our Boys & Girls Club family. Stacie Wright—a longtime volunteer, mentor, and friend—tragically lost her life in Columbia. "Stacie was a bright light in our community. She gave her time freely and her heart fully, always showing up with warmth, joy, and an unwavering commitment to the mission. Whether she was helping behind the scenes at fundraising events or guiding kids as they built birdhouses in Spring Hill, Stacie's presence made everything better. She truly embodied the spirit of service, and her impact on our youth was immeasurable. "We are devastated by this loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends, and colleagues at Ultium Cells during this incredibly difficult time. Stacie touched so many lives, and her kindness will never be forgotten. "She will be missed more than words can say."
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Business
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Public hearing on tuition, fees is June 12 at ISU
Indiana State University will conduct a public hearing at 1 p.m. June 12 in the Stateroom at Tirey Hall. The hearing will be on student tuition and mandatory student fees for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 academic years. There is no increase in student tuition planned for full-time undergraduate or graduate Indiana resident students for 2025-26 or 2026-27, the university said in a news release.. The Student Recreation Center fee and Student Health and Wellness fee for both academic years will remain flat at $100 and $40 per semester, respectively. The non-resident full-time undergraduate and graduate student tuition is proposed to increase by 5.0 % in 2025-26 and an additional 5.0% in 2026-27. The hearing is required under Indiana Code 21-14-2-8. The increased non-resident student tuition is necessary to fund the University's operating budget. Individuals who wish to make comments are asked to limit comments to three minutes or less. The university board of trustees will review public comments from the hearing and is scheduled to vote on the tuition proposal and fee proposal at its June 27 meeting.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
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13 Behaviors Of 80s Parents That Really Embarrassed Their Kids
The 80s were a wild time—big hair, loud prints, and parents who seemed to have no idea how much they were crushing their kids' social lives. While we thought we were just trying to survive middle school, they were out there living their best lives—often at our expense. Looking back, their antics are equal parts hilarious and mortifying. Here are 13 cringey behaviors 80s parents were so good at, the ones that made their kids want to disappear into the nearest Trapper Keeper. And if you're a kid of the 80s, you know these cuts deep. You'd pick up the phone—tethered to the wall, of course—and hear your mom mid-conversation, telling Aunt Linda all about your latest crush, your grades, and that weird rash you had last week. There was no such thing as a private life when your mom had a captive audience and a corded phone. The worst part? You could hear everyone listening on the party line. It was like they had no concept of boundaries. And you'd have to face your friends at school the next day like you weren't the main character in her soap opera. As noted by Verywell Mind, parental oversharing has long been a source of embarrassment for kids, especially before the digital age. There you were, trying to blend into the beige carpet during math class, when bam—your mom shows up at the door with your lunch, or worse, to 'check in' on you. No pass, no call ahead, just bold 80s energy, striding in like she owned the place. You wanted to melt into the floor as your classmates stared. That mix of helicopter parenting and total lack of self-awareness was peak 80s. And you never knew when the next ambush was coming. As noted by Indiana State University, parental involvement in school settings has evolved dramatically since the 80s, with boundaries now much more respected. Think matching Christmas sweaters… at the mall… in July. Or forcing you to stand in front of a theme park sign while your dad adjusted the disposable camera for five agonizing minutes. Every time you protested, they'd say, 'You'll thank me later!' Spoiler: You didn't. And those photos? They haunt you to this day. Your dad's love for Steely Dan or your mom's obsession with Fleetwood Mac wasn't a vibe—it was a lifestyle. The stereo system was their personal concert venue, and they had no shame about cranking it up, even when your friends were over. You'd sit there, mortified, as your house vibrated to 'Reelin' In The Years.' Trying to talk over the music was a losing game. And asking them to turn it down? Forget it—they were 'educating' you. Rolling Stone even notes that 80s music culture was all about big sound and bigger personalities—no wonder they turned it up to 11. You'd casually mention you were going to Emily's house, and before you knew it, your mom was on the phone, asking Emily's mom about their political views, their snacks, and whether they 'kept a clean house.' It was like a full background check before you were allowed to leave the driveway. And no, you couldn't stop her. The embarrassment wasn't just the call—it was facing Emily afterward. You felt like you needed a witness protection program. They dressed you like you were prepping for a blizzard in July: turtlenecks, windbreakers, and clunky shoes that screamed 'responsible parenting' but tanked your social life. Fashion was not a priority—survival was. And your pleas for a pair of acid-wash jeans fell on deaf ears. You learned to dread school picture day because it was just another chance for them to ruin your chances at looking remotely cool. And to this day, you can still feel the scratch of those synthetic fabrics. As highlighted by Vogue, 80s kids' fashion was often dictated by practicality and parental preferences, not style. 'Oh, come give Uncle Bob a hug!'—even though you'd never seen Uncle Bob in your life and he smelled like cigars and mothballs. Personal space? Not a thing. You were expected to be a tiny social ambassador, no matter how awkward or uncomfortable it felt. That forced affection left you cringing in the corner, counting the minutes until you could escape. And it planted seeds of people-pleasing you're still untangling. At a party, at the grocery store, even at your teacher conference—they'd gleefully recount the time you peed your pants in kindergarten or the phase when you wouldn't stop licking your elbow. They acted like your life was a sitcom for public consumption. And you couldn't do a thing about it. You'd sit there, cheeks burning, as they laughed louder with each retelling. Privacy was not a right—it was a joke. You'd sit in the kitchen chair, a towel around your neck, and they'd just go for it—with no mirror, no warning, and definitely no styling skills. The bowl cut? The mullet? The uneven bangs that haunted your school yearbook? Those weren't choices—they were happenings. And you learned that the phrase 'Just a trim' was a trap. 'Oh, she'd love to sing the solo at the school assembly!' or 'He's great at math—he can tutor the neighbor's kid!' You'd find out you were volunteered for something when it was too late to back out. And you'd stand there, frozen, wondering how you got roped into this. It wasn't about your skills—it was about them wanting to show off their parenting. And you felt like a pawn in their performance. Your dad needed to grab the newspaper? Boom—door open. Your mom had a question about dinner? Yep, there she was, mid-shampoo. Privacy in 80s households was a luxury you didn't know you were missing. And the worst part? They acted like you were the problem for caring. Skin your knee? It was an emergency room visit. Cough in class? They were calling the doctor. The 80s parent response to minor injuries was either full-blown panic or dismissive toughness—but when they did freak out, they made it everyone's business. You'd be mortified as they grilled the school nurse, the coach, even the janitor. And you learned that being hurt also meant being humiliated. Feeling sad, anxious, or overwhelmed? Their response was a shrug and a 'You'll be fine—life's tough.' There was no emotional space for your feelings—only a rough, bootstrapped version of resilience. You learned to shove your emotions down, smile through it, and not make a big deal. But that silent suffering? It lingers.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
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Indiana State schedules public hearing on tuition fees
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Indiana State University has announced it will be holding a public hearing to receive input on student tuition and mandatory student fees for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 academic years. Even though there will be no increase in student tuition planned for full-time undergraduate students or graduate Indiana resident students for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 academic years, the university said non-resident full-time undergraduate and graduate students' tuition will increase by 5% in 2025-2026 and additional 5% in 2026-2027. At last, some welcome news on college costs. Tuition has fallen significantly at many schools The university said this increase to non-resident students' tuition 'is necessary to fund the university's operating budget.' The Student Recreation Center fee and Student Health and Wellness fee for both academic years will remain flat at $100 and $40 per semester. The hearing will provide the public with an opportunity to comment on the proposed tuition and mandatory fees for the academic year as required by Indiana Code 21-14-2-8. The public can provide comments to the university at its hearing on June 12, at 1:00 p.m. in the Stateroom located in Tirey Hall. The university asks individuals to limit comments to three minutes or less. Student housing costs are rising. Here's how to lower your bill The Indiana State Board of Trustees will review the public comments from the hearing and then are scheduled to vote on the tuition proposal and fees at the June 27 meeting. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
