Governor Holcomb says he hasn’t given any thought to changing Indiana’s name, but he is looking into how the state could do a better job of sharing its history.
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Bremen Town Council Discusses Stop Signs at Intersections
The Bremen Traffic Committee gave the town council members recommendations on a couple of recent requests.
Continue readingIs Your Antique Collection “American Picker” Material?
The “American Pickers” will be making their way through Indiana next month and they’re searching for stops to include on their route!
Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz, the “pickers” behind the History Channel series, travel across the country on a mission to find vintage and antique items in order rescue and recycle these forgotten relics. Continue reading
Skimmer Scams on the Rise – Be Cautious While Paying at the Pump
With an increase in skimming devices being discovered at gas stations this year, AAA warns drivers to be extra cautious about paying at the pump. Unfortunately, this could happen to anybody; AAA Public Affairs Manager Greg Seiter had his card skimmed at a gas station on the south side of Indianapolis just a few weeks ago. Continue reading
Indiana Gets Mostly F’s in Latest State of Tobacco Control Report
The American Lung Association’s 2016 State of Tobacco Control Report finds Indiana is failing in its efforts to reduce tobacco use. The 15th annual report grades states and the federal government on policies to prevent and reduce tobacco use. It notes Indiana has not increased the age of sale for tobacco products to 21 and has one of the lowest tobacco tax rates in the country. Continue reading
Water Safety Education Leads to Indiana Drowning Death Reductions
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division says drowning deaths are on the decline.
Internship Opportunities Expanding for Fall Semester in Indiana
The Indiana Commission for Higher Education is promoting more opportunities through the EARN Indiana program.
Road Funding Task Force Working Toward Long-Term Plan
Although the Indiana General Assembly will not convene until next year, a task force is actively working this summer on future ways to fund Indiana’s road improvements.
Renewed Indiana Accident Law Begins Friday
Starting Friday, Indiana is implementing a new law related to traffic accidents in the state.
Business Rankings Show Hoosier State Outperforms Neighbors
Indiana is once again receiving top marks in the nation for business climate.
Indiana Beats National Average for Parental Incarceration
A recently released policy report says Indiana leads other states when it comes to the number of children whose parents are incarcerated.
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Cigarette Use Down, E-Cigarette Use Up Among Indiana Youth
Cigarette use among middle and high school students is down, but other tobacco products are increasing.
Farmland Assessment Changes Receive Governor’s Signature
The Indiana General Assembly has decided to again make changes to the farmland assessment formula, and Purdue Extension says landowners may notice a few changes.
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Plymouth Resident Files for Indiana’s 17th District House Seat
A Plymouth resident has decided to seek office in Indiana’s 17th House District.
Thanksgiving Travel Expected to Increase in Indiana, Nation
More Americans will be traveling for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Farm Bureau Targets Specific Policies Ahead of 2016
The Indiana Farm Bureau has developed a few specifics for state legislators to consider in the 2016 session of the General Assembly.
Red Cross Seeks Volunteers for AmeriCorps
Since the founding of the Red Cross AmeriCorps in 1994 more than 800,000 members have contributed over 1 billion hours in service across the nation by tackling pressing problems and mobilizing millions of volunteers for the organizations they serve. If you’re looking to make a real difference in your community and wish to gain new skills and experience then you should consider signing up for the Red Cross AmeriCorps. Continue reading
Indiana Dem Leader Criticizes State Budget Process
Indiana Democrats are speaking out against the current state budget process.
House Democratic Leader Scott Pelath out of Michigan City held a news availability to answer questions about what he says are over exuberant elected representatives and the continued murkiness of Indiana’s budget process.
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Minimum Wage Proposal Invites Local Business Input
While business people are working on Building a Strong Brand: The Power of an Elevated Position, a bill has been filed in Indianapolis that could affect local businesses.
Senate Bill 41 looks to increase Indiana’s minimum wage from its current rate of $7.25 an hour to $10.10 an hour. If signed into law, the increase would put Indiana in line with other states implementing similar pieces of legislation.
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School Choice Week Recognized with Events
In conjunction with national efforts, Indiana Governor Mike Pence has issued a proclamation recognizing this week as Indiana School Choice Week.
The movement organizes events that look to inform parents about the K-12 education options available, and to point out a few of the benefits for choice in education policy.
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