Governor Eric Holcomb signed an Executive Order Friday afternoon that increases child care options for families seeking support during virtual school days.
Continue readingIndiana Submits New Lost Wage Assistance Program Application
The State of Indiana has submitted an application to FEMA for the New Lost Wage Assistance Program.
Continue readingGovernor Signs Executive Order Requiring use of Face Coverings
Governor Eric Holcomb signed an executive order on Friday requiring all Hoosiers to wear face coverings beginning Monday, July 27 at 12:01 a.m. to help slow the spread of COVID-19.
Continue readingGovernor Holcomb Encourages Hoosiers to Mask up
Governor Eric Holcomb announced an initiative Wednesday that encourages residents to wear a mask when out in public.
Continue readingGovernor Announces New Stage in Back on Track Plan
In an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, Governor Eric Holcomb has amended the Back on Track plan to include a stage of 4.5.
Continue readingGovernor Extends Prohibitions on Evictions, Foreclosures and Utility Disconnections
Governor Eric Holcomb signed an Executive Order on Tuesday that extends the prohibition on evictions, foreclosures, and the disconnection of utility services.
Continue readingHands Free While Driving Law Begins Wednesday
Governor Eric Holcomb issued a reminder this week that a new law takes effect on Wednesday that prohibits drivers from holding mobile devices in their hands while driving.
Continue readingBremen School Board Reviews Finances
Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb announced Wednesday that K-12 education funding will not be cut in the upcoming budget, which is good news for Bremen Public Schools.
Continue readingIDHS: Don’t Become Complacent
Indiana Department of Homeland Security Executive Director Steve Cox urges residents to remain safe as the state moves into the third stage of reopening. During Friday’s press briefing hosted by Governor Eric Holcomb, Cox said now is not the time to become complacent.
Continue readingIndiana April Unemployment Rate Higher than the U.S. Rate
Indiana Department of Workforce Development Commissioner Fred Payne gave an update concerning the unemployment situation in the state during Governor Eric Holcomb’s press briefing on Friday.
Continue readingState Health Commissioner Urges Safety during Memorial Day Weekend
Stage three of Governor Eric Holcomb’s Back on Track plan began Friday and while that allows more activities to occur State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box encourages safety this Memorial Day weekend.
Continue readingIndiana State Budget Agency to Cut 15 Percent from State Biennium Budget
The Indiana State Budget Agency is initiating plans to reduce state agency appropriations by 15 percent for Fiscal Year 2021 due to the sharp drop in state revenues reported for April. Revenues are expected to continue to decline as a direct result of the economic impact of COVID-19.
Continue readingMarshall County Health Department Updates Garage Sale Protocols
Garage sales can begin again in Marshall County starting today.
Continue readingMarshall County Health Department Releases Garage Sales, Self-Serve Food Service Updates
Garage sales will be permitted beginning May 24 in Marshall County.
Continue readingGovernor Holcomb Updates Executive Order
Governor Eric Holcomb issued an Executive Order on Friday that aids in the recruitment of poll workers for the June 2 Primary Election.
Continue readingSecretary of State Secures Personal Protective Equipment for June 2 Primary Election
The State of Indiana is attempting to make this year’s Primary Election as safe as possible for poll workers.
Continue readingMarshall County Awarded OCRA Grant
Marshall County is the recipient of a grant from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs for a project to benefit its communities.
Continue readingGovernor Holcomb Continues to Make Plans to Open up Indiana
Governor Eric Holcomb took a step in the path of progress in opening up the state when he signed an Executive Order Friday to allow elective medical procedures beginning on Sunday, April 27.
Continue readingLa Porte County Sheriff Delivers Information to Residents
La Porte County Sheriff John T. Boyd appeared in a Facebook video post Saturday afternoon asking the public to be diligent in following Governor Eric Holcomb’s Executive Order to shelter-in-place.
Continue readingGovernor, State Health Commissioner Proud of Efforts during Pandemic
In this uncertain time, Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb and the State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box are impressed with the efforts of Hoosiers to come together during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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