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Indianapolis Star
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- Indianapolis Star
From Pacers playoffs to the Indy 500, see IndyStar's favorite photos published in May 2025
Mykal McEldowney Grace Hollars Michelle Pemberton Grace Smith Kelly Wilkinson HG Biggs Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Nieka Zupfer misses at getting a prize with the claw grabber game at the Tony's Chocolonely booth during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Franklin Central Flashes Adelaide Hubbard (17) warms-up to bat Wednesday, May 28, 2025, during the IHSAA sectional championship game at Moorseville High School, in Mooseville. Grace Hollars/IndyStar Elise Shrock (left) Elise Shrock holds up a video call with Lauren Roberts, who along with 2 other women made sexual harassment allegations against Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett's former chief of staff Thomas Cook. Morgan Mickelson (center) and Maggie Adams-McBride hold up signs condemning Mayor Hogsett and abuse against employees, Thursday, May 29, 2025, as the Indianapolis' City-County Council's investigative committee hears the final report from law firm Fisher Phillips regarding Mayor Hogsett's response to the allegations. HG Biggs/IndyStar Roncalli Royals Elise Baker (4) cheers after stealing second base Tuesday, May 27, 2025, during the IHSAA 3A sectional 28 semifinals in New Palestine, Indiana. The Roncalli Royals defeated Indian Creek. HG Biggs/IndyStar, HG Biggs/IndyStar Newfields staff and media gather in the Lume for a preview of 'Connection: Land, Water, Sky-Art & Music from Indigenous Australians" at the Indianapolis Museum of Art, Newfields on Friday, May 9, 2025, in Indianapolis. Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar Brekken Pritt, 3, watches his friends play rock paper scissors Friday, May 16, 2025, during Fast Friday ahead of the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Grace Smith/IndyStar Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) celebrates with fans as he walks off the court following of Game 5 of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. The Pacers defeated the Cavaliers 114-105. Christine Tannous/IndyStar Media surrounds Arrow McLaren's Tony Kanaan, team principal, on Thursday, May 15, 2025, prior to his refresher laps ahead of practice for the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar IndyHumane Foster Assistant Kelsey Minier snuggles Turbo, Thursday, May 8, 2025 at the IndyHumane. The little kitten is being nurtured and available for adoption. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Indiana Pacers fans yell in excitement during team introductions Saturday, May 31, 2025, during the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Grace Hollars/IndyStar Spectators cheer for the Chi Dog Oscar Mayer Wienermobile, Saturday, May 24, 2025, during the 2025 AES 500 Festival Parade in Indianapolis. HG Biggs/IndyStar Fans toss beach balls as The All-American Rejects and Bret Michaels perform Friday, May 23, 2025, on Carb Day ahead of the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar Yorktown's Adam Lin jumps in a pole vaulting attempt Tuesday, May 6, 2025, during a high school track and field meet between Lawrence North and Lawrence Central at Lawrence North High School in Indianapolis. Grace Smith/IndyStar Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) holds up the Eastern Conference Championship trophy Saturday, May 31, 2025, after defeating the New York Knicks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Christine Tannous/IndyStar New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) celebrates a late three point basket against the Indiana Pacers on Sunday, May 25, 2025, during Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar With photos of Zara Arnold shown behind them, Indianapolis Fraternal Order of Police President Rick Snyder hugs State Senator Cyndi Carrasco after he spoke to the press Thursday, May 29, 2025 at the FOP Lodge. Indy FOP is calling for state and federal intervention after the murder of Zara Arnold, a 5-year-old who died after torture and abuse. Zara's father, Zachary Arnold, is charged with murder in her death. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Center Grove Trojans fans sit in the outfield as the rain pours over the field Wednesday, May 28, 2025, during the IHSAA sectional championship game at Moorseville High School, in Mooseville. Grace Hollars/IndyStar A concert goer continues dancing lying down in the Snake Pit, Sunday, May 25, 2025, before the Indianapolis 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. HG Biggs/IndyStar Terry Crews walks the red carpet on Sunday, May 25, 2025, ahead of the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar The Zionsville Eagles celebrate winning Wednesday, May 28, 2025, during a Class 4A sectional game between the Noblesville Millers and the Zionsville Eagles at Carmel High School in Carmel. Ella Brookbank, 5, lays under an umbrella Saturday, May 17, 2025, during qualifying for the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Christine Tannous/IndyStar Travelers wait in the TSA screening line Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Concourse A at Indianapolis International Airport. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Scott Fitzgerald looks at a Indy 500 Champions banner at his new sports memorabilia store, Vintage Indy Sports, Tuesday, April 29, 2025 in Speedway. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Avon Orioles celebrate with the trophy after defeating the Brownsburg Bulldogs on Thursday, May 29, 2025, during the IHSAA sectional championship game at Brownsburg High School in Brownsburg. Grace Hollars/IndyStar A fan wears a brown bag over his head reading 'Newgarden' with a frown drawn on it Monday, May 26, 2025, before the start of the Indianapolis 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. HG Biggs/IndyStar Jenson Pfister leans against a monolithic sculpture while his older brother, his brother's prom date, and mother take pre-prom photos at the White River State Park on Saturday, May 10, 2025, in Indianapolis. Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar The Indiana Fever are introduced Sunday, May 4, 2025, during a preseason game between the Indiana Fever and the Brazil national team at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City. Grace Smith/IndyStar Chip Ganassi Racing driver Alex Palou (10) celebrates Sunday, May 25, 2025, after winning the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Christine Tannous/IndyStar It's hard for Diane Holt to catch her breath Thursday, March 16, 2023, as she stands near her son, Gregory's, gravesite at Washington Park East Cemetery in Indianapolis. 'He was one of a kind,' she said. 'He was he was a good cook, and a prankster. He'd love to aggravate everybody. And I miss him. I miss him badly.' Gregory, 48, died by overdose Feb. 15, 2022. Holt and her family believe Gregory was purposefully given a lethal dose of meth and fentanyl by friends who then stole his money. They say they've received threatening phone calls urging them to stop pursuing justice in Gregory's death. Holt visits her son's gravesite at least once a week. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Volunteer Missi Young registers clients Thursday, March 13, 2025 at the Crooked Creek Food Pantry. The pantry is a drive-thru distribution. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Indiana Fever gather together Friday, May 30, 2025, during the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.. Grace Hollars/IndyStar James Dilanchian waterfalls a beer on Carb Day, Friday, May 23, 2025, prior the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. HG Biggs/IndyStar Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) goes up for a basket against Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, during Game 4 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Indiana Pacers defeated the New York Knicks, 130-121. Grace Smith/IndyStar The New York Knicks' starting lineup is introduced before Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals against the Indiana Pacers on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Christine Tannous/IndyStar The Indiana Pacemates perform Friday, May 9, 2025, during Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Friends Martha June, from left in front, and Janie Westermeier; and Lorraine Smith, from left in back, and Anne Heighway wave as they get ready to pass though an intersection on their Forest Park Adventure railbike ride on the Nickel Plate rails Thursday, May 1, 2025 in Noblesville. The railbikes are part of the Nickel Plate Heritage Railroad. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Center Grove Trojans celebrate the the trophy on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, during the IHSAA sectional championship game at Moorseville High School, in Mooseville. Grace Hollars/IndyStar Chip Ganassi Racing driver Alex Palou (10) celebrates with members of his crew Sunday, May 25, 2025, after winning the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. HG Biggs/IndyStar Team Penske driver Scott McLaughlin takes part in a Naturalization Ceremony at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Monday, May 13, 2025, in Indianapolis. Thirty-three citizenship candidates from 33 countries taking the Oath of Allegiance to become United States citizens. Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar Concertgoers dance in the snake pit Sunday, May 25, 2025, during the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Grace Smith/IndyStar New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (2) and guard Josh Hart (3) guard Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) as he shoots the ball during the first half of Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Christine Tannous/IndyStar Indiana Pacers center Thomas Bryant (3) is tangled up by the against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Friday, May 9, 2025, during Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Indiana Fever guard Lexie Hull (10) scores a three-point basket Friday, May 30, 2025, during the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Connecticut Sun defeated the Indiana Fever, 85-83. Grace Hollars/IndyStar Matthew Slotwinski tapes another beer to his beer tower on Carb Day, Friday, May 23, 2025, prior to the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Slotwinski has attended the Indianapolis 500 for nearly a decade. HG Biggs/IndyStar Bret Michaels and band perform Friday, May 23, 2025, on Carb Day ahead of the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar An officer talk with racing fans Friday, May 23, 2025, on Carb Day ahead of the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Grace Smith/IndyStar Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) holds the Eastern Conference Championships trophy Saturday, May 31, 2025, after defeating the New York Knicks to at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Chrisitne Tannous/IndyStar Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham (8) goes up for a basket against New York Liberty guard Marine Johannès (23) on Saturday, May 24, 2025, during a game between the Indiana Fever and the New York Liberty at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Grace Smith/IndyStar Reginald Dillard, who's serving time for murder, poses Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, along the grounds of Westville Correctional Facility in Westville, Indiana. Dillard says he was the oldest of six children in his family, and found the streets early to help raise his siblings. "I dropped out of high school in 10th grade, he said. "My mother had told me if I don't get myself together, I'm going to wind up in prison." Dillard has submitted new evidence of innocence and misconduct by Elkhart police and prosecutors. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) yells in excitement Saturday, May 31, 2025, after defeating the New York Knicks to at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Grace Hollars/IndyStar Abby Perry, owner of Abby's Garden Parties, poses for a portrait Friday, May 30, 2025, in her shop in Zionsville. Perry says Trump's tariff and trade policies have impacted the cost of purchasing the glass terrariums essential for her small business. HG Biggs/IndyStar Fans get wild during concerts by Bret Michaels and The All-American Rejects, Friday, May 23, 2025, on Carb Day ahead of the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Michelle Pemberton/IndyStar Indiana Pacers forward Obi Toppin (1) and forward Pascal Siakam (43) celebrate during the first half Sunday, May 11, 2025, of Game 4 of the NBA Eastern Conference semifinals against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Pacers defeated the Cavaliers 129-109. Christine Tannous/IndyStar Professional golfer Bubba Watson putts during a clinic Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at Chatham Hills in Westfield, Indiana. Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar A concert goer smiles as a friend presses jewels to the sides of her eyes while dancing in the Snake Pit, Sunday, May 25, 2025, before the Indianapolis 500 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. HG Biggs/IndyStar Slaw Dog crosses the yard of bricks to win the Wienie 500 on Friday, May 23, 2025, on Carb Day ahead of the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Max Gersh/IndyStar
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Sugar Industry Had Dodged RFK Jr.'s Health Drive — Until Now
(Bloomberg) — Sugar producers thought they had escaped Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Make America Healthy Again agenda. Can Frank Gehry's 'Grand LA' Make Downtown Feel Like a Neighborhood? Chicago's O'Hare Airport Seeks Up to $4.3 Billion of Muni Debt NJ Transit Makes Deal With Engineers, Ending Three-Day Strike After all, the health secretary had spent much of his time fighting things like pesticides, seed oils and colorings. If anything, his criticism of high-fructose corn syrup could have benefited sugar consumption. But Kennedy has now added sugar to his list of targets, calling it 'poison' in late April. His comment was a talking point for the sugar industry when traders met last week for an annual dinner in New York and candy makers gathered in Indianapolis for the Sweets & Snacks Expo. 'We've got sugar being chastised again,' Jose Orive, executive director of the International Sugar Organization, said in his speech at the Sugar Club's 75th dinner. 'We've got politicians calling it poison. We've got all kinds of attacks coming every which way, based on totally groundless claims about what our product represents.' Kennedy is preparing to release his first MAHA commission report on Thursday. The sugar industry will no doubt be watching. Demand is already under pressure due to inflation and the spread of weight-loss drugs. Companies including Oreo maker Mondelez International Inc. have already said consumers are pulling back on snacking to prioritize grocery necessities. 'The secretary's comments reflect the growing body of evidence linking excessive added sugar consumption to serious health risks, including obesity, Type 2 diabetes, heart disease and tooth decay,' a spokesperson for the Health and Human Services Department said. Kennedy is encouraging states to align nutrition programs with evidence-based dietary guidelines, the spokesperson added. Until now, the sugar industry had been somewhat spared from a huge decline in consumption of caloric sweeteners. While annual per capita consumption in 2023 was 21% lower than in 1999, the decline was driven by corn syrup, according to the US Department of Agriculture. Sugar consumption per capita actually grew about 1% in the period. That could all change. Consumers associate sugar with obesity, with a survey by the International Food Information Council finding that 'fresh' is the most common criteria used to define a 'healthy' food, followed by 'good source of protein' and 'low in sugar.' About two-thirds of respondents say they actively limit their sugar consumption. 'People are already looking out for how much sugar is in different foods, and if you have a health secretary making comments about sugar, that adds to the awareness,' said Stephen Geldart, the head of analysis at sugar trader Czarnikow. In Indianapolis, candy makers defended themselves, albeit in a more reserved manner. Companies repeated that their sweet treats should have a place in American diets as long as they are consumed in moderation. 'It's a sweet indulgence that you have once in a while,' said Matthew Nourmand, the chief marketing officer and partner at Long Island-based food distributor Galil Brands who says he doesn't necessarily disagree with Kennedy's broader stance on sugar. 'When you consume it like that, there's nothing wrong with it.' Sugar, produced from cane or beets, is one of those ingredients that 'can't be banned,' Kennedy said in April. Still, the health secretary's moves could significantly impact consumption. He has pushed states to submit waivers to the USDA to remove sodas from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, which provides assistance to low-income families. On Monday, he scored a win as Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins approved plans by Nebraska to remove soda from food stamps. Kennedy has also called for 'adequate labeling.' A Biden-era US Food and Drug Administration proposal to require a simple, front-of-package nutrition label is currently under consideration — something that health groups have long advocated for, with countries like Mexico already using the strategy to reduce sugar intake. The candy industry says the bigger issue lies with sweeteners hidden across the American food supply. Still, studies show that excess consumption of both sugar and high-fructose corn syrup is linked to higher rates of obesity and heart disease. While the corn-based sweetener has been tied to higher inflammation than sugar, both have similar adverse health impacts. 'From a transparency standpoint, everyone knows that chocolate and candy contain sugar,' said Christopher Gindlesperger, the National Confectioners Association's senior vice president of public affairs and communications. 'That's very different than what the secretary was talking about in his comments.' The food industry is worried. Americans consumed 50 grams of sugar per day in 2023, far above what the American Health Association recommends — and there is a myriad of ways that figure could drop further. Czarnikow, the sugar trader, is already preparing for lower consumption. It expects demand in the US to drop 2.2% in the 2025-26 season, largely driven by weight loss drugs. Kennedy could amplify that. Kennedy's appointment 'greatly increases the likelihood that numerous positions until recently considered 'fringe' gain legitimacy,' said Frank Jenkins, who has traded in sugar markets for over 40 years and is the president of brokerage JSG Commodities. 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Axios
15-05-2025
- Business
- Axios
The future of snacking starts in Indianapolis
What your pantry looks like in a few years could be shaped by high-level candy conversations happening this week in Indianapolis. Why it matters: With an estimated economic impact of $13 million, the annual Sweets & Snacks Expo at the Indiana Convention Center represents an important long-term partnership for Indy's convention industry that contributed to last year being an all-timer. Zoom in: More than 15,000 people are expected to attend the four-day gathering, organized by the National Confectioners Association (NCA) and billed as the "Super Bowl" of the snack industry. This is where the biggest brands unveil their latest products and budding snack makers strut their stuff in a showcase of startups. The big picture: Key conversations will center on serious industry challenges, particularly consumer spending habits and food policy changes under the Trump administration. Those include the Robert F. Kennedy Jr.-influenced " Make Indiana Healthy Again" effort, which prompted a response from NCA leaders, who called the initiative, which includes restricting candy and soft drinks from SNAP benefits, "misguided and not needed." "One thing that is really important to keep in mind is that in terms of permissible indulgence and differentiation, we have never promoted chocolate or candy as a meal replacement," NCA president and CEO John Downs told Axios. "It's a treat, and consumers in America consume our products that way. So there is common sense there." State of play: The trends Downs expects to dominate expo conversations this week and future store shelves come down to three big concepts: 🌶️ Bold flavors: Consumers are really into snacks with big, impactful, international flavors. No plain chops over here. 🎄 Special occasions: Products tied to holidays, traditions and celebrations are hot. Think limited-run and "get them before they're gone" offers. 💡 Innovation: Downs said this year's event has more than 400 products in 12 categories in a special presentation of new ideas happening this week. Yes, but: You can't head to the show floor to get a taste of the next big thing in snacking. The expo is not open to the general public.
Miami Herald
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
New Nerds Gummy Clusters Candy Wins ‘Most Innovative' Award During Debut
A new variety of Nerds Gummy Clusters just won a huge award ahead of its official release. The Sweets & Snacks Expo kicks off in Indianapolis today, with several big-name brands showcasing all-new products and returning favorites for 2025 and early 2026. So far, we've learned about a first-ever flavor of Nutella, an upcoming Crunch bar variety, the new look coming for Ferrero Rocher, got a preview of Butterfinger's new marshmallow-flavored bar, new Keebler cookies, and even had a highly-awaited Tic Tac collab confirmed. But now that the event is officially here, experts are releasing their top picks for "Most Innovative" new snack and sweets releases, and unsurprisingly, the new Nerds Juicy Gummy Clusters won for the Gummy category. Related: Gushers Brings "Impossible to Ignore" Fan Request to Life With New Release "The Most Innovative New Product Awards are a celebration of the creativity and ingenuity that keeps people coming back to the candy and snack aisles," John Downs, president & CEO of the National Confectioners Association, the host organization for Sweets & Snacks Expo, said in a May 12 press release. "Consumers turn to confectionery and snack products to add a little sweet or salty touch to special occasions and everyday moments. This year's MINPA winners are outstanding examples of the ways in which the confectionery and snack industries are delivering products to meet consumers where they want to be met." According to a description reviewed by Parade, the new subline will "unleash all of your senses with an epic bigger-than-ever candy experience" and is said to feature "a delicious strawberry punch flavor combined with the crunchy, gummy, juicy textures in a satisfying bite for a next level experience that only NERDS can bring." When our editors inquired about the new release about a week ago, a spokesperson for the brand confirmed that while it's excited to announce the release at the expo, other details would have to wait "closer to launch." Related:New Trolli Sour Candy Offers "Enhanced" Sensory Experience An official release date for the new Juicy Gummy Clusters has not yet been made public, but it's likely safe to assume that fans will see them on shelves by year-end or within the first quarter of 2026. Along with the Nerds candy, other new product award winners this year include: Amos Tastysounds JinglePop Graffiti, Most Innovative New Seasonal Product Belle's Gourmet Popcorn Matcha Latte Popcorn, Best In ShowChunk Nibbles Toffee Sweet & Salty Clusters, Most Innovative New Sweet SnackJuicy Drop® Gummy Mystery Cube 5oz Original Flavor, Most Innovative New Non-Chocolate CandyNomad Snacks Pad Thai Flavored Ready-to-eat Popcorn, Most Innovative New Small Business InnovatorPop & Sol Coconut Flaked White Chocolate Covered Cashews, Most Innovative New Chocolate ProductSnak Club Ramen flavored Snack Mix, Most Innovative New Savory SnackTrashy Gourmet Shortbread Cookies with Mini Strawberry Boba from Molly Bz Cookies, Most Innovative New Baked Good. Next:Popular Pudding Brand's New Flavor Has Fans' Attention: "Stop Playing" Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Indianapolis Star
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indianapolis Star
Sweets & Snacks Expo is a tasty convention
Cristina Martin Del Campo, left, and Marisol Gallegos Sanchez, from Cancun, Mexico, pose for photos next to a display during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Reid Bewski, with Dale's Candy Co. in Winnipeg, Canada, poses for a photo by an M&M display during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Dubai Chocolate is found with this Belle's Gourmet Popcorn at the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar People enter the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Chewbie, the Hi-Chew mascot, is lead through the halls during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Nykeema Randolph, with Mondelez International, Inc. in East Hanover, NJ, shows glow-in-the-dark Sour Patch Kids candies during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Nykeema Randolph, with Mondelez International, Inc. in East Hanover, NJ, shows glow-in-the-dark Sour Patch Kids candies during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Jay Lewis, from left, and Alisha White try fine chocolate candies with Sjaak Huurman at the Ickx and Pralibel Belgian Chocolatiers booth during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Ickx and Pralibel Belgian Chocolatiers fine chocolates are on display during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Cesar Gallego, center, with the Pagasa Group, shows cookie decorating kits during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Antonio Sardinas tries a David protein bar during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Ryan Compagnone tries a David protein bar during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Jose Juan Gonzalez Zapata, left, with The Fini Company, shows some Fini candy to Caroline Lynch, with the Frankford Candy LLC, during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar June Race, with Pop Daddy Snacks, discusses products with people during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Alyssa Rice watches the Bee Great booth during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. The company is from Churubusco, Ind. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar These are some of the Bee Great items seen during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. The company is from Churubusco, Ind. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Cute as a Cupcake jars are on display during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. The cupcakery and bake shop is in Merrillville, Ind. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Michelle Wainwright, center, shows Cute as a Cupcake jars during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. The cupcakery and bake shop is in Merrillville, Ind. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Sue Toy, right, tries a sample of Cute as a Cupcake's cupcake in a jar, during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar This is a Cute Bear Fan, at the Indiana Import LLC booth, seen during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar These are Rock Paper Scissors toys with candy, at the Indiana Import LLC booth, seen during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Yechiel Weiss, center, shows Stern's and Korn's Bakery items during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Ezee Freeze freeze n' peel fruit pops, won a Most Innovative New Product award at the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Mayer Mittelman, with Easy Pops, shows an Ezee Freeze freeze n' peel fruit pop during at the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Kelsey Clafflin, with Easy Pops, opens an Ezee Freeze freeze n' peel fruit pop during at the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Nina Harris Alabanza, right, misses at getting a prize with the claw grabber game at the Tony's Chocolonely booth during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Abigail Bramble, center, watches. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Nieka Zupfer misses at getting a prize with the claw grabber game at the Tony's Chocolonely booth during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Crackle Crunch candies are displayed during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Freeze dried 1Up candy is displayed during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar A variety of Pirucream treats are shown for tasting during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Jail Breaker Brands potato chips are displayed for tasting during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Original Mingua Beef Jerky is shown for tasting during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Marcos Thomas tries a Jail Breaker Brands potato chip during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar The Silver Crane Co. items for food gifting are seen during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. The company received The King's Award for Enterprise for International Trade 2025. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar The Silver Crane Co. items for food gifting are seen during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. The company received The King's Award for Enterprise for International Trade 2025. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar The Silver Crane Co. items for food gifting are seen during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. The company received The King's Award for Enterprise for International Trade 2025. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Cassandra Harvey, with Mars Wrigley North America, shows freeze dried Skittles Pop'd during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Cassandra Harvey, left, and Jayson Latham, with Mars Wrigley North America, show freeze dried Skittles Pop'd during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Brady Anderton, right, laughs with a Tru Fru LLC colleague during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Bazooka Joe blows a big bubble and waves during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Matthew Neeley spins a Juicy Drop prize wheel during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Photos are taken at the Iconic Candy booth during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar A display at the Candy Dynamics booth is seen during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Crowds enjoy the colorful and tasty Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Chase Berry-Rivers takes it all in as he wanders the aisles during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Crowds enjoy the colorful and tasty Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar People gather at the Ferrara Candy booth during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar Niala Gobin poses for a photo on an Oreo swing during the Sweets & Snacks Expo, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at the Indiana Convention Center. Kelly Wilkinson/IndyStar
