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ICJI: Proper Car Seat Use And Installation Can Make A Life-Saving Difference
18 Sep 2024
The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) is encouraging parents and caregivers to take the time during Child Passenger Safety Week to make sure their child is properly secured in an appropriate car seat or booster seat.
The annual safety week, which runs this year from September 15-21, ends with a national car seat education event known as Na ...
Lt. Gov. Crouch's Statement On I-69 Ohio River Crossing Groundbreaking
17 Sep 2024
STATEHOUSE (Sept. 17, 2024) –The following is a statement from Indiana Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch on the groundbreaking of the I-69 Ohio River Crossing.
“As co-author of the Major Moves legislation as a state representative, it’s great to see continued progress toward the completion of I-69 with the groundbreaking ...
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Sep
River Ridge Development Authority Doubles Down on Prioritizing Higher Wages with Future Projects
16 Sep 2024
At its September monthly meeting, the River Ridge Development Authority (RRDA) Board of Directors took a significant step in enhancing local economic growth. By unanimous vote, the Board approved a resolution prohibiting the future sale of a large portion of remaining land within the Commerce Center to companies whose projected averag ...
River Ridge Development Authority Advances Strategic Land Sale
16 Sep 2024
At its monthly meeting June 17, the River Ridge Development Authority (RRDA) made significant strides forward in its mission to drive economic activity in Southern Indiana.
Jerry Acy, RRDA's Executive Director, is leading negotiations for the sale of approximately 23.5 acres of undeveloped land, known as Tract 12G, strategically positioned ...
Comptroller Nieshalla Holds NYC Comptroller Accountable
14 Sep 2024
New York City Comptroller Brad Lander sent letters demanding the CEOs of Walmart, Costco, Kroger and other large retailers immediately start dispensing the abortion drug, Mifepristone, in every state where the drug is legal in order to maximize sales and long-term shareholder value.
Indiana State Comptroller Elise Nieshalla sees this ...
Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Days of Service Sept. 17 & 18
14 Sep 2024
The Indiana Civil Rights Commission (ICRC), Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Indiana Holiday Commission (MLKIHC), and Indiana Black Expo, Inc., will host their Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Days of Service on Tuesday, September 17, and Wednesday, September 18. The two days will honor Dr. King’s legacy through collective impact and ...
2024 Presidential Election Public Test Scheduled For September 19th
10 Sep 2024
Washington County Clerk Stephanie K. Rockey, along with the Washington County Election Board gives notice that the 2024 Presidential General Election Public Test will be held on September 19th at 10 a.m. in the Election & Voters Services Office, 801 S. Jackson Street, Suite 102 in Salem.
The Public Test is to test and certify the voting system ...
DCS Celebrates Importance Of Family During Kinship Care Awareness Month
04 Sep 2024
INDIANAPOLIS (Sept. 4, 2024) – The Indiana Department of Child Services (DCS) is promoting awareness, resources and support during Kinship Care Awareness Month – a time to celebrate family members who help maintain familial connections, provide stability, reinforce cultural identity and support the well-being of children who can no lon ...
This Week In Indiana History September 1-7
04 Sep 2024
September 2, 1911 Madame C. J. Walker applied for incorporation of her cosmetics company in Indianapolis. She became the first woman millionaire in the U.S.
September 4, 2012 A life-sized bronze statue of Orville Redenbacher was unveiled in Valparaiso, where he developed ...
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Aug
Indiana Chamber, Indiana Dept. of Education Announce Winners Of Inaugural State Civics Bee For Middle Schoolers
28 Aug 2024
The Indiana Chamber of Commerce and the Indiana Department of Education hosted the first-ever state Civics Bee on Friday at the Indiana Statehouse, where middle school students in grades 6 to 8 participated in live quiz rounds to test their civics knowledge and gave presentations on issues facing their communities in front of a panel of judges.
Th ...
Dump Truck Demolishes Power Lines With Raised Bed
28 Aug 2024
Early this morning in Georgetown, the Floyd County Sheriff’s Department was called to a scene on State Road 62 just off Interstate 64 regarding a dump truck that had toppled several utility poles. Due to its dump bed being raised while driving, the truck had managed to get poles lodged between the raised bed and the cab.
Law enforcement did not sa ...
Nighttime Lane Closures Planned On I-65 in Clark, Jackson and Scott Counties
27 Aug 2024
CLARK/JACKSON/SCOTT COUNTY, Ind. — Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Midwestern Electric, LLC. plans to conduct temporary nighttime lane closures on I-65 beginning on or after Tuesday, August 27, to complete guardrail installation work in Clark, Jackson and Scott Counties. Work is expected to take up to two nights, weathe ...
This Week In Indiana History August 25-31
23 Aug 2024
August 25, 1938 David Canary, American actor (Bonanza, All My Children), born in Elwood.
August 26, 1952 Will Shortz, American crossword editor (New York Times), born in Crawfordsville.
August 28, 1808 The first corn was ...
Indiana Chamber Water Study Reveals Strong Supply, Need for Future Planning
21 Aug 2024
A decade ago, the Indiana Chamber of Commerce commissioned a study on the state’s water supply to provide an account of the resource so vital for everyday life and economic development. Now, through the Indiana Chamber Foundation, the organization has released its follow-up research, “Water Policy and Planning: A 10-Year Update ...
Final Video for Fire/EMS Mental Health Issues Released
21 Aug 2024
As we wrap up our series “When the Smoke Clears,” our four-part video series highlighting the need to tackle mental health issues of first responders, this latest episode talks about what to look for in yourself and your teammates that might indicate some help is needed. Anger, isolation and excess emotion all can appear when a mental crisis begins ...
This Week in Indiana History, August 18-24
16 Aug 2024
August 18, 1920 The 19th Amendment was ratified by the United States Congress, giving women the right to vote.
August 19, 1909 The first automobile race was held at the new Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The 5-mile dash was a disaster as a result of the breakin ...
In A Win For Law-Abiding Hoosiers, Gary Officials Repeal Unlawful Immigration Ordinance
16 Aug 2024
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita issued the following statement:
"We sent a blunt message to Gary officials that they needed to follow the law. As a result, the Gary Common Council officially voted to repeal, in its entirety, its unlawful immigration ordinance.
This is a win for law-abiding Hoosiers and legal immigrants who are the ...
Hoosier Janitor "Cleans Up" On America's Got Talent
15 Aug 2024
By:
Jerry Curry, Staff Writer
Sometimes a hidden talent is discovered on America’s Got Talent—so was the case of Richard Goodall.
Goodall, 55 years old, has been a janitor in the Vigo County School Corporation in Terre Haute. He would sing as he worked. He has been a janitor for 23 years.
The middle school st ...
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Aug
Indiana Home Sales Rebound In July As Buyers Welcome Falling Mortgage Rates, Rising Inventory And A Lower Statewide Sale Price
15 Aug 2024
Closed home sales jump 6% ahead of July 2023 at a $264,000 median price; pending sales slow in anticipation of even better conditions ahead
(INDIANAPOLIS, Ind.) Closed home sales totaled 7,405 across Indiana in July, 7% above June and 6% ahead of 2023 according to the Indiana Association of REALTORS® (IAR). Homebuyers capitalized o ...
$3.7 Million Funding Available for Recycling and Waste Diversion Projects in Central Indiana
15 Aug 2024
The deadline for Central Indiana businesses to submit proposals for up to $3.7 million in funding to implement Central Indiana Waste Diversion Program (CIWDP) projects is Oct. 1, 2024.
Funding for successful applicant projects is through the Indiana Department of Environmental Management’s (IDEM) Recycling Market Development Program. El ...
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Aug
Lt. Gov. Crouch, Indiana Mental Health Roundtable to host Mental Health Matters Day at the Indiana State Fair
14 Aug 2024
In an effort to increase awareness about mental health resources in Indiana and reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness and addiction, Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Mental Health Roundtable will be hosting the second Mental Health Matters Day at the Indiana State Fair on Friday, Aug. 16. Several Indiana organizations th ...
Indiana Law Enforcement Teaming Up To Reduce Impaired Driving
14 Aug 2024
Drive sober or get pulled over. That’s the warning state and local police agencies are issuing to drivers as Indiana gears up for its annual end-of-summer impaired driving enforcement campaign. Starting August 16 through September 2, officers across the state will be increasing patrols and sobriety checkpoints to crack down on tho ...
IDVA Grants Available For Non-Profits That Serve Veterans
13 Aug 2024
IDVA is now taking applications for our 2024 Event Sponsorship Program.
The IDVA Event Sponsorship Program (ESP) is dedicated to providing sponsorship dollars for veteran-oriented events across the state. The ESP will provide up to $500 in sponsorship money for an event the applicant is hosting. The goal is to provide funds to ensure a local ...
DNR restricts moving live wild deer from Chronic Wasting Disease Positive Areas
01 Aug 2024
As a result of Indiana’s positive detection of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in LaGrange County this April, Indiana DNR has restricted moving deer from any CWD Positive Area for rehabilitation purposes.
With the change, an individual who finds an orphaned, sick, or injured deer in a CWD Positive Area may only surrender the deer t ...
Registration Now Open for ‘Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana’ Competition
01 Aug 2024
August 1, 2024 (INDIANAPOLIS) — If you’re an Indiana maker of something cool or know a company that is, spread the word: There’s a big opportunity to show off your wares and get called out in the best possible way.
The Indiana Chamber’s fourth annual Coolest Thing Made IN Indiana competition is back and combines the state’s ...
Shop Local Products At The Indiana Grown Marketplace During The Indiana State Fair
25 Jul 2024
The Indiana Grown Marketplace will offer fairgoers the opportunity to shop from 407 products representing over 90 Hoosier businesses in one location at the Indiana State Fair. The multi-week event allows plenty of opportunity to discover and shop local products at the Indiana Grown Marketplace, located within The ...
This Week In Indiana History, July 14-20
16 Jul 2024
July 15, 1921 The legislature created the Indiana Motor Vehicle Police, the first agency to have statewide jurisdiction to enforce state laws. The organization evolved into today's Indiana State Police.
July 16, 1921 Orville Redenb ...
Rokita Is Raising Awareness For Consumers Of Harmful Household Products Recalled In June
11 Jul 2024
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita is alerting Hoosiers of important consumer protection concerns for products recalled in June. The office encourages consumers to take advantage of opportunities available for those who purchase recalled items that could be harmful to their families.
“Summer is a time to relax and for yo ...
Clark Smith Will Lead State’s Grain Buyers Division
11 Jul 2024
The Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) announced today the hiring of Clark Smith as director of the Indiana Grain Buyers and Warehouse Licensing Agency (IGBWLA).
A southern Indiana native, Smith was raised in Brownstown, IN. He and his wife now manage and oversee a family Angus cattle herd near Greenfield, I ...
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