INDIANAPOLIS (May 31, 2018) — The Indiana Department of Child Services has digitized its background check process, significantly reducing turnaround time. The new online portal – used to screen applicants including teachers, volunteers and others seeking to work with children – launches June 4. The portal replaces pen-and-paper submission procedures …

INDIANAPOLIS (May 31, 2018) — The Indiana State Department of Agriculture is now accepting submissions for the 11th annual Indiana Agriculture photo contest, which showcases the hard work and contributions made by Hoosier farmers. The contest is open to the general public, and the winners will be honored during a special …

INDIANAPOLIS – Evansville children of all ages and abilities  will soon be able to enjoy a new inclusive playground along the Ohio River, thanks to a recently launched crowdfunding campaign. The campaign is sponsored by the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) and offered through the crowdfunding platform developed …

Lebanon Police Department, Boone County Sheriff’s Office, and Whitestown Metropolitan Police Department are currently conducting a joint investigation pertaining to damages to vehicles along Interstate 65 in Boone County, Indiana. Vehicle damages have been reported in between the 138 mile marker and 71st street on Interstate 65, both northbound and …

INDIANAPOLIS–The Indiana Department of Education announced today the kickoff of the 2018 Summer Food Service Program. In partnership with more than 250 school and community sponsors, children 18 and younger all across the state will have access to free meals and snacks throughout the summer break. “Providing children access to …

INDIANAPOLIS (May 31, 2018) – Parts manufacturer Olson Custom Designs announced plans today to expand its operations in Indianapolis, proposing to purchase a facility in Park 100 and create up to 30 new full-time positions by 2022. “Indianapolis is the ideal location to test ideas, build great products, and ship …

INDIANAPOLIS (May 31, 2018) – Governor Eric J. Holcomb, Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett and officials from the Indianapolis Airport Authority joined executives from Republic Airways, an Indianapolis-based regional airline, today as the company announced plans to establish a U.S.-based flight training academy in Indianapolis that will train hundreds of students …

INDIANAPOLIS (May 31, 2018)  – Construction crews are preparing along Shelby Street to begin construction on the Red Line starting Monday, June 4. Construction will begin with roadway and sidewalk improvements along Shelby, and drivers will notice advance construction signage and some traffic pattern adjustments beginning as early as today, …

INDIANAPOLIS – Calumet Civil Contractors plan to close various ramps at the I-70 and Holt Road (exit 77) and Meridian Street (exit 79B) interchanges and I-465 and State Road 67/Kentucky Avenue (exit 8) interchange for patching and resurfacing. I-70 and Holt Road Closures and Restrictions Construction will be completed in …

BOONE COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announces work begins next week on the State Road 75 (S.R. 75) pavement replacement project in Advance.  Calumet Civil Contractors will begin replacing the water main on or after Monday, June 4.  During the day, drivers are cautioned to watch …