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📜 This Week in Indiana History 📜

President Benjamin Harrison Is Inaugurated (1889)

This week in Indiana history, we celebrate the only individual from Indiana to be elected President of the United States. On March 4, 1889, Hoosier Benjamin Harrison was inaugurated as the 23rd President. He was a lawyer, a Civil War veteran, a former senator, and the grandson of William Henry Harrison.

After winning the 1888 election against the incumbent president Grover Cleveland, Harrison traveled to the U.S. Capitol on a cold, rainy day… and the weather did little to dampen the importance of his election. In his speech, he talked about national unity, economic development, and the importance of maintaining a strong and fair federal government. 

Though he was only president for one term (he was defeated by Grover Cleveland in the 1892 election), his time as our nation’s leader was an immense sense for Hoosier pride, as one of our own reached the highest level of government and leadership.

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Exploring Indiana’s Largest Lake

Nine state recreation areas circle Indiana’s largest lake that spans over 10,000 acres… Monroe Lake near Bloomington. If you haven’t visited, there are so many reasons to go. Our state parks expert Allison Martin shares why. (Get Indiana)

IHSAA Girls Basketball State Finals Recap

Four IHSAA girls basketball state championship games were played last Saturday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, with a pair of tightly contested games in the evening session. The Sideline Sports Show breaks down the games, including a highlight of the young but mighty Bellmont Lady Braves who brought home the crown in Class 3A. (Get Indiana)

The 10-Year-Old Swimmer Who’s Better Than Michael Phelps

There’s a 10-year-old Hoosier who is a better swimmer than Michael Phelps was at that age. Seriously, remember the name Gabriel Brown. Find out what a week looks like for the No. 1 10-year-old swimmer in the nation. (Get Indiana)

AES Purchased in $33.4 Billion Deal

On Monday this week, AES, the parent company of AES Indiana, announced that an agreement for $33.4 billion has been made with domestic and foreign investors. With utility costs already pushing budgets, the concern for Hoosiers with this acquisition is the potential rise of those costs. (Indiana Capital Chronicle)

Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament in Indy

The 2026 Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament tipped off yesterday with a trio of games at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. It continues today through Sunday. Read more about the teams in the field, where to watch, and how to get tickets. (Get Indiana)

Remembering Notre Dame Football Coach Lou Holtz

Notre Dame announced Wednesday that legendary college football coach Lou Holtz passed away at the age of 89.

A 2008 inductee into the College Football Hall of Fame, Holtz spent 11 seasons of his 33-year coaching tenure with the Fighting Irish, compiling a 100-30-2 record with Notre Dame while winning the 1988 national championship. His 100 wins with the Fighting Irish are third all time in school history behind Brian Kelly (106) and Knute Rockne (105).

Get Indiana extends its condolences to the Holtz family, Notre Dame, and all who were impacted by one of the best college football coaches ever.

Read more about Holtz’s legacy here. (ESPN)

Outdoor Living, the Hoosier way.

Indy Grills and Outdoor Living designs and builds custom patios, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, and four-season rooms for people who care about quality and longevity. From a single fireplace to a fully integrated outdoor living space, every project is handled by the Indy Grills in-house team from design through installation.

If an outdoor upgrade is on your list this year, now’s the time to start planning. Spring and summer schedules fill up quickly, so reserve your spot now.

Visit IndyGrills.com to start your project.

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Silver Express

It’s not often you think of a convenient store / gas station as a hidden gem, but Silver Express is exactly that in Indianapolis. Watch below to see what makes Silver Express special.

Abby’s Garden Parties

Looking for a girls’ night out or memorable celebration with your friends? Abby's Garden Parties is a hidden gem in Zionsville that offers a truly special experience with a garden setting, hands-on activities, and guided terrarium-building parties. Learn more.

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Events This Week

Brandon Lake Concert - Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne - Thursday, March 5 at 7 p.m. - Contemporary Christian artist Brandon Lake performs live with his chart-topping worship music. Tickets

Indiana Heritage Quilt Show - Bloomington Convention Center - Thursday, March 5 through Saturday, March 7 (times vary) - Enjoy the 33rd edition of one of the top quilt shows in the Midwest. View over 200 quilts, browse fabrics and other sewing accessories, and take a workshop from some of the best quilting instructors in the U.S. Tickets/Details

Ohio Valley Women’s Basketball Tournament - Ford Center in Evansville - Thursday, March 5 through Saturday, March 7 (game times vary) - Southern Indiana enters the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament as the No. 3 seed and plays in the quarterfinals today at 4 p.m. EST. Can the Screaming Eagles run the table today, tomorrow, and Saturday to earn the OVC’s automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament, or will one of the top seeds in Western Illinois (No. 1) or Lindenwood (No. 2) punch their ticket? Tickets/Details

Big Ten Women’s Basketball Tournament - Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis - Thursday, March 5 through Sunday, March 8 (game times vary) - Witness the best of the Big Ten in college women’s hoops. Defending Big Ten Tournament champion UCLA (28-1, 18-0) is currently ranked second in the nation and is the tournament’s top seed. Can Iowa, Michigan, or Minnesota push the Bruins to the wire, or will a lower seed make a Cinderella run? Tickets

Colter Wall Concert - Victory Theatre in Evansville - Sunday, March 8 at 7:30 p.m. - Singer-songwriter Colter Wall delivers his deep-drawl country/folk music. Tickets

👏 1 Big wIN 👏

Sure, this week it snowed, rained and did everything but make you think that baseball season is near in the Hoosier State, but that didn’t stop Indiana’s minor league baseball teams from putting single-game tickets on sale to the public. That’s a win for Indiana because it means spring is on the horizon and your ballpark favorites are ready to return.

In South Bend, the Cubs released their promotional schedule for the season. Their home opener is set for April 3, and tickets for the entire season are available here.

In Fort Wayne, the TinCaps open play at Parkview Field on April 7. Tickets start at just $9, leaving plenty of room for concessions and merchandise. Get TinCaps tickets here.

And in Indianapolis, the Indians open their 124th season overall and 30th at Victory Field on March 27. Get your tickets to any of their 75 home games here.

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🎧 Turning Grief into Fundraising for Cancer Awareness 🎧

🎙 On today's show I sat down with Alex Baker, a marathoner and cancer awareness fundraiser based in Brownsburg, Indiana.

Alex shares the heart-wrenching experience of losing his wife Amanda to colorectal cancer in 2019 and how it inspired him to start 'Ketchup to Cancer,' a movement channeling his love of running and hatred of ketchup and cancer into fundraising for leading cancer research institutions.

From participating in notable marathons like New York in 2023, Chicago and Boston in 2024, and London in 2025, to raising tens of thousands of dollars, Alex's journey is filled with emotion.

Alex also talks about Amanda's spirited 16-month fight against cancer, the extensive treatment process, and how he balanced being a primary parent and caregiver.
 
If you like this episode and want to hear more Get IN. episodes where I interview Hoosiers making a difference, visit getindiana.com/podcast.

You are going to learn about:
- Alex Baker's Wife Amanda and Her Battle vs. Colorectal Cancer
- The Nonprofit 'Ketchup to Cancer' and Its Mission
- Practical Ways of Handling Grief

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