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Today's riddle: What is the difference between a jeweler and a jailer? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Indianapolis man charged in Greenwood armed bank robbery (wthr.com) — An Indianapolis man has been charged in an armed robbery at a Greenwood bank after investigators traced surveillance footage, a discarded bicycle, and cash left along a getaway route. Greenwood police linked the suspect to items bought at Walmart and evidence seized in search warrants, and no injuries were reported during the holdup. Court records note he has prior robbery convictions.
2. Dolly Parton merch sells out in Indy as fans mourn 'queen of America' (wishtv.com) — Greenwood Public Library is honoring Dolly Parton's literacy legacy with a lobby display, including a life-size cutout, as fans mourn her death. Johnson County's Imagination Library director says Parton's passing strengthens their resolve to keep mailing free books to young children. Local librarians and music lovers alike describe how her kindness and cross-generational appeal touched Greenwood and beyond.
3. IU McKinney Student Couple Tackles Law School Together (iu.edu) — A married pair of IU McKinney law students, including Thomas Maxwell who grew up in Greenwood and now lives in New Whiteland, are navigating law school side by side. They recently argued a moot Indiana Supreme Court case before two justices and juggle demanding externships with everyday life. Their story highlights a local graduate's path from teaching to law and their shared commitment to public service.
4. Familiar face to start at quarterback against IU football in opener (wishtv.com) — Greenwood native and former Center Grove star Tayven Jackson has been named starting quarterback for North Texas as they prepare to face IU football on Sept. 5. After stints at Tennessee, IU, and UCF, he now leads the Mean Green offense against his former team. His brother, ex-IU basketball standout Trayce Jackson-Davis, plans to attend the Bloomington matchup.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A jeweler sells watches and a jailer watches cells. (Thank you Jean D. for sending it in!)
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