John Tufts

Indianapolis, Texas

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Is it legal to leave kids home alone in Illinois? What law says, what experts recommend

3 days ago | pjstar.com | Hannah Hudnall |John Tufts

Summer is a time for block parties, daytrips to the waterpark and lots of family fun. But what if parents want to get away from the house for a few hours to unwind away from the kids? Is that legal in Illinois? State law doesn't have a black-and-white answer to whether you can leave your kids home alone, but there are several key things parents should know. Here's what we found. Is it illegal to leave kids home alone in Illinois?
Get your teen out of the house this summer. Planet Fitness offers free access

4 days ago | courier-journal.com | John Tufts

Planet Fitness is once again offering teenagers a chance to work out in any of the company's more than 2,700 gyms for free over the summer. That includes locations in Kentucky. Here's what parents should know about the High School Summer Pass program, who's eligible, and how to enroll. When does High School Summer Pass start at Planet Fitness? Planet Fitness' summer pass program begins Sunday, June 1, 2025, and lasts until Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025, the fitness club said.
When is summer? The date changes from year to year. Here's when summertime starts in 2025

4 days ago | indystar.com | John Tufts

Here's what you need to know about when summer starts and what it means for Indiana. When is the first day of summer? June 20 marks the first official day of summer in 2025. That's on a Friday this year. It's also the date of the summer solstice. Is June 20 always the first day of summer? Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Story continues after photo gallery. The longest day of 2025 is June 20. How many hours of daylight will Indiana get?
June is Pride Month. Here's how Indy's LGBTQ+ community is celebrating 🌈

5 days ago | indystar.com | John Tufts

June is Pride Month. Here's how Indy's LGBTQ+ community is celebrating 🌈 John TuftsParades awash in colorful rainbows, concerts and friendly meetups will mark Pride Month, an annual celebration of identity for the LGBTQ+ community every June. In Central Indiana, the Indy Pride festival kicks off soon with more events planned throughout the month. Both Carmel and Irvington will hold similar celebrations near the end of June.
June is Pride Month. Here's how Indy's LGBTQ+ community is celebrating 🌈

5 days ago | heraldtimesonline.com | John Tufts

Parades awash in colorful rainbows, concerts and friendly meetups will mark Pride Month, an annual celebration of identity for the LGBTQ+ community every June. In Central Indiana, the Indy Pride festival kicks off soon with more events planned throughout the month. Both Carmel and Irvington will hold similar celebrations near the end of June.
Springfield teens can get free Planet Fitness gym access with summer pass

1 week ago | news-leader.com | John Tufts

Planet Fitness is offering free gym memberships to teens ages 14-19 from June 1 to August 31, 2025. Teens can pre-register online or sign up in person with parental/guardian consent for those under 18. Participants must download the Planet Fitness app and create an account. Free fitness classes through the PE@PF program are included. Planet Fitness is once again offering teenagers a chance to work out in any of the company's more than 2,700 gyms for free over the summer.
Planet Fitness offers free High School Summer Pass for Illinois teens. Here's how to enroll

1 week ago | pjstar.com | Hannah Hudnall |John Tufts |Krys'tal Griffin

The school year is nearing its end for most students, meaning more free time and pent-up energy. Luckily for them, Planet Fitness is once again kicking off its High School Summer Pass program, offering free memberships for teens across the country. Here's what Illinois parents should know about the program, including who is eligible and how to enroll. When does Planet Fitness' High School Summer Pass start? Planet Fitness' summer pass program begins Sunday, June 1, 2025, and lasts until Sunday, Aug.
Indiana teens get free gym access to Planet Fitness with summer pass; how to sign up

1 week ago | indystar.com | John Tufts |Krys'tal Griffin

Here's what Hoosier parents should know about the High School Summer Pass program, who's eligible, and how to enroll. When does High School Summer Pass start at Planet Fitness? Planet Fitness' summer pass program begins Sunday, June 1, 2025, and lasts until Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025, the fitness club said. Story continues after photo gallery. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Who can participate? All teenagers between the ages of 14 and 19 can participate in the program.
When will it warm up in Louisville? 80-degree temps are coming

1 week ago | yahoo.com | John Tufts

Is it summer yet? Not quite, but Kentucky is getting closer to summer-like weather. Despite cool and rainy conditions persisting into Friday, Louisville is poised to climb out of the 70s and into the 80s by this weekend, according to the National Weather Service. Here's what we know about when you can ditch the rain jacket for a comfortable pair of shorts. When will Louisville get warmer?
When will it warm up in Central Indiana? 80-degree temps are coming soon

1 week ago | indystar.com | John Tufts

While Memorial Day weekend traditionally signals the unofficial start of summer, early spring-like weather is clinging to Central Indiana. The National Weather Service predicts cool and rainy weather will persist Tuesday through Friday, which might have some Hoosiers wondering when summer will begin? Here's what we know about when things could warm up. When will Central Indiana get warmer?