Roncalli High School Changes Nickname

Indianapolis, IN (July 22, 2020) - Roncalli High School, located on the south side of Indianapolis will soon change their school nickname from the “Rebels” to a new name to be decided by the Roncalli community, school officials announced today.

Father Robert Roberson, interim president of Roncalli High School said he will appoint a special task force this summer to explore alternative names and symbols that will “better reflect our Catholic mission and honor the legacy of our patron, Angelo Roncalli.”

“The confusion and negative connotation attached to the name Rebels are also a source of concern as we move forward over the next 50 years,” said Terese Carson, vice president for institutional advancement. “We have had alumni and community member express concerns about how this nickname can be misunderstood, particularly as it relates to our deep commitment to honoring the dignity of every person, as Christ calls us to do.”


Roncalli has used the “rebel” mascot and nickname since its creation in 1969, out the consolidation of two different Catholic high schools. The school was named for Pope John XXIII, whose family name was Roncalli. According to the school’s website, the nickname was in homage to him. John XXIII was “referred to by some in the church as a rebel.”

Taco Bell unveils "At Home Taco Bar"

Indianapolis, IN (May 1, 2020) - Just in time for Cinco de Mayo, Taco Bell® is giving fans the perfect recipe to recreate their favorites from home with the At Home Taco Bar, available via delivery and contactless drive-thrus nationwide starting Friday, May 1, for a limited time. From virtual parties with friends to family dinners, the At Home Taco Bar is a surefire way to satisfy cravings and spice up any virtual or at-home gathering.

The At Home Taco Bar comes deconstructed, packed and sealed for an easy and safe way to feed a party of 6 for $25*. Complete with staple Taco Bell ingredients including flour tortillas, crunchy taco shells, nacho chips, seasoned beef, shredded lettuce, nacho cheese sauce, hot sauce packets and more, fans will have the chance to recreate beloved favorites from the comfort of their own homes.

#TacoBell is now offering an at home taco bar (via @KimberleyDS84) https://t.co/vTMlxJg5Nz

— Kimberley S (@KimberleyDS84) April 30, 2020

To help inspire the inner chef in us all, Taco Bell is also rolling out a series of recipe cards straight from the Taco Bell Test Kitchen. The cards provide step-by-step instructions on how to use the ingredients to whip up iconic Taco Bell classics, beloved favorites from the past, like the Double-Decker Taco and recipes fans have yet to see. And since no party is complete without refreshments, fans will also find recipe cards to make Taco Bell-inspired cocktails and mocktails, like the Taco Bell Strawberry Freeze Tequila Sunrise. The recipe cards will be available on Taco Bell’s Blog beginning Sunday, May 3

“Our food has always been a catalyst of bringing people together, and we’re finding new ways to do this from a safe distance until we can all be together again,” said Melissa Friebe, Senior Vice President of Brand Marketing and Consumer Insights at Taco Bell. “No matter the meal they create, we’re excited to give fans a new at home Taco Bell experience.”

The At Home Taco Bar, which serves 6, will be available for at participating restaurants nationwide and includes 8 flour tortillas, 12 Crunchy Taco shells, 6 oz. of nacho chips, seasoned beef, shredded lettuce, refried beans, nacho cheese sauce, cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, reduced-fat sour cream, Hot Sauce packets and napkins for $25*.

The At Home Taco Bar has something for everyone - the adventurous, the classic taco lover, the vegetarian or the roommate who wants it all. Fans can order ahead on the Taco Bell app and pick up their order via contactless drive thru or place an order via Grubhub for free delivery from participating locations.** Fans can share their unique Taco Bell menu creations on social and follow the conversations with #TacoBellCreations.

*Call local restaurant for pricing and participation which vary. Tax extra.

**Please visit www.tacobell.com/deivery to check delivery availability and additional terms. Free Grubhub delivery available for a limited time at participating U.S. Taco Bell® locations for users who order $15 or more, before tax, tip, and fees.

SOURCE: Taco Bell

Dog Adoption Fee Waived

Southport, IN (February 13, 2020) — If you want a valentine who will give you unconditional love forever, and you’re ready for a full-time commitment, you may want to adopt a dog.

And if you do, Coors Light beer company will pay your adoption fee of $100. The brewing giant launched a new program called the “Coors for Canines Offer.”

You can use that money toward food, toys, a cool bed, your dog’s first vet visit, or reimburse yourself the adoption fee.

Here’s the scoop: You have to adopt a dog between February now and February 21, 2020.


The fine print says, “the offer is only redeemable while supplies last,” and the first 1,000 accepted entries will be eligible for the cash.

So get down to your local shelter, or contact your favorite rescue group, adopt a dog that suits you and your lifestyle, and get your paperwork in quickly.

• You don’t have to buy any beer.
• You do have to adopt a dog.
• You have to be old enough to drink.

Once you’ve got your pooch, take a picture of your paperwork proving adoption, and text the photos(s) to 28130, and enter the keyword: “COORS4K9.” You do need a Venmo account to get your $100.

Here’s the proof Coors needs to see to be considered for the payout:

• Adoption receipt showing Adoption cost
• Name of Adoption shelter
• Adoption location/state
• Date of adoption (Adoption must occur between February 4, 2020, and February 21, 2020)
• Animal type (Offer only valid for dog Adoption)

For some reason, if you live in California, Louisiana, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Texas, Virginia, and West Virginia, you’re not eligible. That’s unfortunate because some of those states euthanize a whole lot of dogs in their shelters. But the legal eagles at Coors must have some reason for the exclusion.

There are more rules, terms, and conditions; you should check out on the Coors website.

Why the payout for a pooch?

Coors Light says, “Each Winter, we witness a cultural phenomenon where people couple up to stave off the weather-induced blues; better known as Cuffing Season. Valentine’s Day is the pinnacle of Cuffing Season, and according to a new survey from Coors Light, a majority of young legal drinking age millennials (58%) find it overrated. That’s why Coors Light encourages you to skip the cheesy Valentine’s traditions and spend the day with a fur-ever friend.”

Rules and regulations can be found HERE

Firefighters Battled Large Fire

Indianapolis, IN (February 11, 2020) — Fire investigators say three people possibly living inside of a vacant building on Indianapolis' south side may have accidentally caused a large fire while trying to keep warm.

Photo by: Indianapolis Fire Department

Indianapolis Fire Department firefighters received multiple calls around 5 p.m. about a large fire in the 800 block of East Sumner Avenue, IFD Battalion Chief Rita Reith said in a press release. The fire was upgraded to a two-alarm response three minutes after crews arrived at the scene.

Residents in the area said three people were believed to be living in the building, Reith said. Investigators say they were believed to be using pallets inside to build a fire to keep warm. Chromium, a hazardous material, was possibly inside the building, Reith said.


Two Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officers were checked out by medics for smoke inhalation, but were not transported to the hospital, Reith said. No firefighters were injured.

It took crews more than an hour to get the fire under control, Reith said.

The incident remains under investigation.

SOURCE: The Indy Channel

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