Jan 15, 2021 / 08:09 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) Thousands of people are expected in the city this weekend for the JAMFest Cheer Super Nationals.
It’s the 19th year Indy has hosted JAMFest, but the cheerleader competition will feel different this year during the coronavirus pandemic. Even before participants set foot inside, entrances are limited, and there are signs clearly stating “No mask. No entry.”
News 8 talked Friday with three cheerleaders who drove from Pennsylvania to be in Indianapolis this weekend for the cheerleading event. They are just a few of the 18,000 athletes expected in Indianapolis for the major competition.
One cheerleader said, “I’m just happy we can have a competition amongst the virus and everything. So, I’m really excited to compete tomorrow.”
Dec 23, 2020 / 08:07 PM EST
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) Burmese students in the Upward College Program are getting extra financial backing with $64,000 in a Lilly Endowment grant that also provides some COVID-19 relief.
The Burmese American Community Institute has played a vital role in helping immigrants adapt and improving access to higher education has played a key role in getting the job done. The pandemic has created challenges, but organizers say the grant will help them power through.
Developing community is foundation for work at the Burmese American Community Institute. In recent years the Burmese community has grown, not only in population but in achievement.