Protecting the health of meat processing plant workers without jeopardizing the nation’s food supply chain is a challenge being faced by state officials. President Trump this week ordered meatpacking plants to stay open. At the same time, the Indiana State Department of Health is dealing with a COVID-19 outbreak at the Tyson plant in Logansport.
Continue readingRail Safety Week Declared in Indiana
It’s Rail Safety Week in Indiana, following a declaration from Governor Mike Pence. Indiana State Police and the Indiana Department of Transportation are working with local police and railroads to raise awareness of the dangers of disobeying railroad crossing laws, as well as trespassing on railroad property. Continue reading
INDOT Launches Interactive Project Map
The Indiana Department of Transportation is making it a little easier to keep track of its projects taking place in the near future. INDOT has launched an online, interactive tool featuring a map of the state. Continue reading
Governor’s Task Force to Combat Drug Abuse
Governor Mike Pence is taking steps to fight drug abuse in Indiana. He has created the Governor’s Task Force on Drug Enforcement, Treatment, and Prevention. Continue reading