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The Weekly Special concluded its production in fall 2018; the page below is an archive.

WTIU continues its exploration of the Hoosier state with a new series, Journey Indiana.

Archive for May 2016

May 12, 2016

 

Bigfoot Yancey – “Downtown Girl”

Bigfoot Yancey, four-piece folk rock band hailing from Indianapolis, performs their original, "Downtown Girl," from their album, "Welcome to the City."

May 12, 2016

 

Indiana Artisan – Donna Weaver

Donna Weaver, a retired sculptor and engraver for the United States Mint, continues to craft miniature portraits to memorialize history in medals and coins.

May 12, 2016

 

Jones Robotic Dairy Farm

In 2003, Jones Dairy, a fourth-generation farm located in Star City, Indiana, became the first dairy in the state to install robotic milkers!

May 12, 2016

 

Rossville

"The Town of Rossville is truly a place where you can feel at home," as the town motto declares! Join Jessica Nunemaker as she explores this town of 1600!

May 12, 2016

 

Bigfoot Yancey

Indianapolis favorite Bigfoot Yancey is a four-piece band that draws its raw sound and driving beat from such inspirations as Americana, Bluegrass, and Rock.

May 12, 2016

 

Bigfoot Yancey – “Lonesome Kitchen Blues”

Bigfoot Yancey, four-piece folk rock band hailing from Indianapolis, performs their original, "Lonesome Kitchen Blues," from their album, "Welcome to the City."

May 12, 2016

 

Bigfoot Yancey – “Say What You Mean”

Bigfoot Yancey, four-piece folk rock band hailing from Indianapolis, performs their original, "Say What You Mean," a tune inspired by Americana and Blues roots.

May 12, 2016

 

Bigfoot Yancey – “Coyote”

Bigfoot Yancey, four-piece folk rock band hailing from Indianapolis, performs their original, "Coyote," from their album, "Welcome to the City."

May 26, 2016

 

Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum

During the 1920s and 1930s, the Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Company achieved worldwide notoriety through their industry-changing innovations and designs.

May 31, 2016

 

Studebaker National Museum

For 114 years, the Studebaker Corporation produced vehicles in the heart of South Bend; today, the museum displays its one-of-a-kind historical car collection.

May 31, 2016

 

Indianapolis Soap Box Derby

The Indianapolis Soap Box Derby is more than just fun; it is an Indiana legacy carried out at the nation's longest track, the Wilbur Shaw Soap Box Derby Hill.

May 31, 2016

 

Fast Eddie’s World of Speed

Even though they are only 1/24th the scale of an automobile, slot cars can reach speeds of over 100mph; racers must master hair-trigger maneuvering for the win.

May 31, 2016

 

Indy RC Raceway

Indy RC Raceway hosts the premiere radio control competitions in central Indiana, featuring over 3,0000 square feet of carpeted track and leagues for all ages.

May 31, 2016

 

Super Mileage Challenge

Each year, high school teams from across Indiana compete in the Super Mileage Challenge, an endurance race to test fuel efficiency and technological prowess.

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