INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb today signed Executive Order 20-33 to extend the prohibition on evictions, foreclosures, and the disconnection of utility services. The prohibition on evictions from rental properties and the prohibition on filing foreclosures are both extended through July 31. Renters, homeowners, lending institutions and landlords are …
Read More »Indiana Businesses Encouraged to Apply for Manufacturing Readiness Grants
INDIANAPOLIS (June 30, 2020) – Applications for the Manufacturing Readiness Grant program, which Governor Eric J. Holcomb and the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) first announced in May, are now open to Indiana manufacturers across the state. The Manufacturing Readiness Grants, administered by the IEDC in partnership with Conexus Indiana, are part …
Read More »Visit Indiana’s The 20 IN 20; Thrill Rides
INDIANAPOLIS – (June 30, 2020) – A drop, a plunge, a twist and a turn, all followed with a scream. Thrill-seekers need to look no further than the Hoosier State for an incredible experience. Visit Indiana’s The 20 IN 20 list of thrill rides will be sure to get your adrenaline pumping. “These …
Read More »Indy Chamber Opens Project Submissions for 2020 Monumental Awards
(INDIANAPOLIS) – The Indy Chamber is accepting submissions for the 2020 Monumental Awards starting today, recognizing excellence in landscape architecture, interior design, real estate development, architecture, engineering, construction, neighborhood revitalization, reuse and public art. 2020 marks the 43rd Monumental Awards, highlighting the most exciting annual additions to the region’s built environment.Monumental …
Read More »IURC Approves Duke Energy Rate Increase but at a Substantially Lower Level
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (Commission) issued an Order today concluding its year-long review of Duke Energy Indiana, LLC’s (Duke) base rate case, Cause No. 45253, lowering the utility’s request for a revenue increase by approximately 60 percent. The Order, which was statutorily required to be issued by July …
Read More »IURC Denies Utilities’ Request for Lost Revenue, Extends Disconnection Moratorium in COVID-19 Investigation
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (Commission) issued an Order today in Phase 1 of its investigation (Cause No. 45380) into the impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) on ratepayers and utilities in the state. In the Order, the Commission denied joint utility petitioners’ request for cost recovery of lost …
Read More »Death Investigation Sullivan County
Sullivan County – June 28, 2020, at approximately 8:14 p.m., the Sullivan City Police Department requested the assistance of the Indiana State Police Putnamville District in reference to a death investigation of 48-year old, Cosme L. Guzman, Princeton, Indiana. Preliminary information determined that Officer Mitchell Eberhardt, of the Sullivan City …
Read More »Gov. Holcomb Reminds Drivers Hands-Free Device Law Takes Effect July 1
INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb is reminding drivers that beginning Wednesday, Indiana law will prohibit drivers holding mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets, in their hands while driving to reduce distracted driving and improve safety on Hoosier roadways. The effort to make Indiana’s roads safer was a key …
Read More »Make water safety a priority this summer
With summer in full swing, Indiana Conservation Officers remind Hoosiers to make safety a priority when recreating around bodies of water. “Even when fun is your main focus, always recognize the danger water poses, even to strong swimmers or experienced boaters,” said Capt. Jet Quillen of DNR Law Enforcement. If …
Read More »‘Operation Dry Water’ to target boating under the influence, July 3-5
Boaters preparing for the Independence Day holiday should be aware that Indiana Conservation Officers will be on high alert for violations of boating-under-the-influence laws as part of national Operation Dry Water. Operation Dry Water (operationdrywater.org), a year-round program, will be in heightened effect July 3-5. Indiana Conservation Officers, in partnership …
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