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February, 2021

• 26 February

  Brownsburg Councilman offers wager to Crown Point’s Mayor in wake of Girls State Basketball Tourney this weekend

  

  BROWNSBURG, IN – This weekend at Bankers Life Fieldhouse, it’s the Lady Bulldogs vs. the Lady Bulldogs in the IHSAA Class 4A state championships. Both Brownsburg and Crown Point high schools share a mascot. And a fan. Brownsburg Town Councilman Brian Jessen is a 1992 Crown Point High School graduate. …

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• 26 February

  Investigation Results In Arrest for Possession of a Firearm by a Prohibited Person

  

  INDIANAPOLIS- On Friday, February 19, 2021 the Indianapolis Crime Gun Intelligence Center (CGIC), received information that 29-year-old Georden Easter was in possession of illegal firearms in the 3700 block of Rockville Road. Investigators were granted a search warrant for 3748 Rockville Road. During the investigation, officers initiated a traffic stop …

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• 26 February

  2021 Leadership Development Series Workshop ‘Holding Yourself and Others Accountable’ – April 16th

  

  Leadership Hendricks County is offering a half-day leadership development workshop called Holding Yourself and Others Accountable on Thursday, April 16, 2021 from 8 to 11:30 a.m. at the Hendricks County 4H Fairgrounds & Conference Complex in Danville, Indiana.  Ever get tired of those around you denying their role in an …

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• 26 February

  Two Dead After Overnight Crash on I-465

  

  Indianapolis, IN – Last night, February 25, 2021 at 11:52 p.m., emergency crews were called to the scene of a serious crash on I-465 westbound near Michigan Road on the city’s northwest side. When first responders arrived they found the wreckage of a full size van into the rear end of …

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• 26 February

  Hendricks County legislators back bill helping students impacted by pandemic

  

  STATEHOUSE (Feb. 26, 2021) – Hendricks County lawmakers are supporting legislation that would establish the Student Learning Recovery Grant Program to help local students experiencing learning loss due to the pandemic. According to State Rep. Bob Behning (R-Indianapolis), chair of the House Education Committee, the proposal would create a $150 …

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• 26 February

  IMPD Homicide Detectives Make Arrest in Indianapolis West Side Homicide Investigation

  

  INDIANAPOLIS –  On Wednesday, February 24, 2021, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Homicide detectives identified and arrested a suspect allegedly involved in the death of 54-year-old Donna Hawes. On Sunday, February 7, 2021, just after 1:00 p.m., IMPD Southwest District officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of Hardin …

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• 26 February

  Affordable housing expanded through $190 million state investment

  

  INDIANAPOLIS – The Board of Directors for the Indiana Housing and Community Development (IHCDA) today announced the recipients of the 2021 Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program, which is used to incentivize private developers to fund the construction, acquisition, and rehabilitation of affordable housing communities throughout Indiana. More than $190 million in housing tax credits …

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• 25 February

  Missing Wage Statements Needed to File Your Taxes?

  

  INDIANAPOLIS –Hoosier taxpayers waiting to file their tax return because they haven’t received a W-2 or 1099 from their employer can find helpful advice from the Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR). “While the majority of employers are timely when issuing wage statements to their employees, there are cases where the …

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• 24 February

  Important Tax Information About Your Unemployment Benefits

  

  INDIANAPOLIS — With over 1.2 million unemployment claims in 2020, more Hoosiers than ever will be including unemployment income for the first time when filing their 2020 individual income tax return. The Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) is reminding individuals that unemployment benefits are taxable income on both state and …

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• 24 February

  Plainfield business named among Best Places to Work in Indiana

  

  Banning Engineering was recently named as one of the Best Places to Work in Indiana. This 16th annual program was created by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce and Best Companies Group. This statewide survey and awards program is designed to identify, recognize and honor the participating employers in Indiana with the leading …

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• 24 February

  Growing Agribuisness Industry Stimulates Partnerships and Brings Economic Diversity to the Indy Region

  

  INDIANAPOLIS (Feb. 24, 2020) — The Indy region boasts a thriving ecosystem for the growing agribusiness industry, encompassing a spectrum of rural and metropolitan environments in the heart of the Hoosier state. This diversity has enabled the development of many industry sectors throughout agribusiness, including logistics, technology and research. While …

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• 24 February

  IMPD Homicide Detectives Make Arrest in West Side Homicide Investigation

  

  INDIANAPOLIS –  On Tuesday, February 23, 2021, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Homicide detectives identified and arrested a suspect allegedly involved in the death of 30-year-old Walter Stein. On October 22, 2020, just after 7:00 p.m., Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officers were dispatched to a report of a person …

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• 24 February

  Suspect sent to the hospital in critical condition after officer involved shooting

  

  INDIANAPOLIS – On Tuesday, February 23, 2021, just before 3:00 p.m., officers with The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) were involved in an officer involved shooting in the 3300 block of Forest Manor Avenue. IMPD SWAT Quick Response Force (QRF), officers, detectives, and ATF Agents assigned to the Indy Crime Gun …

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• 24 February

  Hendricks Symphony Presents ‘Toward Hope’ – February 26th & 28th

  

  Join the Hendricks Symphony, under the direction of Benjamin G. Del Vecchio, for an evening of music on the theme of hope, arranged for string orchestra, brass quintet and woodwind quintet. The Hendricks Symphony will present “Toward Hope” on Friday February 26 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday February 28 at …

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• 23 February

  Indiana Secretary of Education Thanks Federal Partners for Assessment Guidance

  

  INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Secretary of Education Dr. Katie Jenner today thanked Indiana’s federal education partners, following the release of guidance from the U.S. Department of Education on required spring assessments. “Hoosier educators have worked relentlessly over the last year to continue providing quality instruction for all students despite the challenges …

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