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Twin Checkers

A blog on the NTT IndyCar Series.

Columns

Marcus Ericsson — the superstar in front of our eyes the whole time

Ericsson won the 106th Indianapolis 500, but he's been quietly dominating IndyCar for the last 12 months.

June 1, 2022

You can love racing. It may never love you back.

Carlos Muñoz was destined for greatness. Indianapolis thought differently.

Jan. 22, 2022


Indiana Daily Student

Nationally-recognized, award-winning student newspaper covering Indiana University and Bloomington, Indiana.

Breaking News

Sept. 14, 2021

Indiana Republicans announce U.S. House redistricting drafts, Monroe County stays in IN-9

Indiana’s 9th District now does not include Morgan County and shifts to include southeastern Indiana.

Sept. 3, 2021

IU football announces retro uniforms against Cincinnati, sellout crowd

The uniforms are inspired by head coach Bill Mallory's 1980s and 1990s teams.

Jan. 29, 2021

Media School dean James Shanahan to step down in July

IU Media School dean James Shanahan will step down on July 31, 2021, after six years in charge of the school, according to a press release.


Columns

June 4, 2020

OPINION: IU students should be the first fans let back into Memorial Stadium

Strict health guidelines make students the safest option if tickets are sold.

May 20, 2020

COLUMN: I’m feuding with my sister thanks to the German soccer league

Don't know the German soccer league? Pick a team and start watching.

Features and Investigations

Nov. 22, 2021

IDS alumnus Ernie Pyle’s first article published 100 years ago — for the Purdue Exponent

Pyle, one of IU’s journalism alumni, published with Purdue’s student paper first.

Oct. 27, 2020

Take a look inside IU's new COVID-19 testing labs

The IU labs produce a higher quantity of tests, and faster results.

Feb. 23, 2020

IU football and mens' basketball attendance trends down in 2010s*

The Indiana Daily Student analyzed attendance figures IU reported to the NCAA for football and men’s basketball, the school’s two highest-attended sports, since 2010. Although attendance was creeping upward from 2010-12, IU’s football attendance has dropped 7.4% since its peak during the 2012-13 football season. Men’s basketball attendance has declined 11.4% in the same timeframe .

*note, work was published prior to the Coronavirus Pandemic

Fall 2019

What’s Tom Allen worth?

The average pay in Tom Allen's new contract is $3.9 million a year. How many pizzas does that get you? How many city buses? How tall is that?


Podcasts

April 25, 2021

Reach for the Pod: How great can IU football’s defense be?

With key players returning and a new coordinator, IU’s defense has lots of optimism.

April 15, 2021

Reach for the Pod: IU’s offense could make big strides this fall. Or maybe not.

We dissect Dexter Williams Jr., IU's offense and what offensive players remind us of pizza toppings.

This is Fishers

City of Fishers, Indiana, blog.

Oct. 15, 2021

Fishers Frights: Trittipo Family Bombings

In the 1890s, one Fishers family earned a distinction few people at the time, and likely any resident of Fishers since, have had: survived multiple bomb attacks.

Aug. 4, 2021

Meet Your Neighbor: Noreen Nowak, Gold Star Family Member

On November 8, 2004, Robert (Bobby) Paul Warns II, a corporal with Marine Corps Company 2/24, was killed alongside four of his comrades in an IED blast while on patrol in Iraq. From that point, the lives of his family, including his aunt, Noreen Nowak, were changed forever.

“Losing a family member, while deployed, tears many families apart,” Nowak said. “I am fortunate to report the experience has only brought us closer together.”

July 30, 2021

Must-See Stops on the Nickel Plate Trail

As the Nickel Plate Trail grows closer to completion, so do the opportunities to get out and about around Fishers.

There’s plenty of things to do just off the trail, from shopping and restaurants to wellness. Whether you’re looking to get fit, be sustainable, save money, or simply experience more Fishers has to offer, there’s plenty to do on the Nickel Plate Trail.

July 14, 2021

5 Things to Know about the Blazing the Trail Mural

Blazing the Trail, a mural by Indiana artist Becky Hochhalter, was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony July 14.

The mural, located on the back of the Fishers Police Department parking garage on the municipal complex, faces the paved portion of the Nickel Plate Trail just north of 116th Street.

The colorful mural is open for all to see for years to come. When you go to check it out, remember these five things about the mural and the Nickel Plate Trail.

July 2, 2021

Meet Your Neighbor: Fishers Local Heroes

Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, local heroes have stepped up to serve others in Fishers. From first responders to healthcare workers, volunteers to teachers, everyday heroes have inspired us through the last year and a half.

At this year’s Spark!Fishers festival, we honored local heroes at Heroes Hall sponsored by Folds of Honor. Our community packed bags filled with treats, handwritten notes, and drawings for local heroes to thank them for all they do for us. We also highlighted some heroes in our community with a video. The following heroes took time out of their day to sit down with us and share some of their experiences serving in Fishers and share advice on how others can get involved. 

June 23, 2021

Meet Your Neighbor: Mark Rouse

Mark Rouse was declared legally blind by his ophthalmologist, Dr. Raj Maturi, in 2015. He was disturbed, and he thought he’d never be able to paint again. 

After years of multiple painful and tedious treatments with Dr. Maturi, Rouse‘s vision improved. Now, he’s sharing a painting documenting his journey, along with his other pieces.