Porter County-The Indiana State Police were called by the Porter County Sheriff’s Department (PCSD) this morning to investigate an officer involved shooting that involved one of their officers. At approximately 1:16 a.m., this Monday, May 14, 2018, morning, a deputy with the PCSD was going to a call in the …
Read More »Hendricks County Health Department shares the 10 best ways to prevent mosquito-born illness
HENDRICKS COUNTY – Along with April showers and May flowers comes standing water and mosquito breeding. Hendricks County Health Department (HCHD) officials urge citizens to be aware of how to prevent the spread of diseases carried by mosquitoes. “Basically, anywhere that water can pool is an ideal breeding ground for …
Read More »I-69 Section 5 construction update – week of May 14
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (May 13, 2018) – With construction continuing on the Tapp Road, 2nd Street and 3rd Street bridges, motorists can expect delays when driving cross town in Bloomington. Other east-west routes such as Fullterton Pike, Vernal Pike and SR 46 might be longer distances, but could reduce travel times. …
Read More »Motorcyclist Killed in Afternoon Crash on I-465
Indianapolis, IN – A man was killed Friday when his motorcycle collided with the back of a car on I-465 this afternoon. Just after 4:00 p.m. emergency crews were called to a serious crash on I-465 eastbound at the 3.4 mile marker, on the southside of Indianapolis. First responders found 67 …
Read More »Man Charged in Poaching of Three-Legged Deer
Indiana Conservation Officers have filed charges in Hamilton County against a man who shot a three-legged deer in January 2017. Local residents of Deming had frequently spotted the doe for several years, as it raised several sets of fawns. Local deer hunters had formed a pact to leave the deer alone. Allegedly, the doe was …
Read More »American Legionnaires to Fund New Website, Outreach Materials for Sheriffs’ Youth Ranch
INDIANAPOLIS (April 30, 2018) – Indiana Sheriffs’ Youth Ranch volunteers are developing a new website and outreach materials offering crime prevention tips for students, parents and grandparents thanks to funding from the Indiana Department of the American Legion. “Our new website and materials will include good resources for information about …
Read More »Lions Club International Presents 3rd Highest Award to Sgt. Eric Dunn
The Indiana State Police is humbled to share the press release, as provided by the Indiana Chapter of the Lions Club International, to announce recognition of Indiana State Police Sergeant Eric Dunn As released by the Lions: Multiple District 25, Indiana, Honors Indiana State Police Sergeant Eric Dunn Muncie, IND – …
Read More »Gov. Holcomb Makes Appointments to Various Boards & Commissions
INDIANAPOLIS—Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced several new appointments and reappointments to various state boards, commissions and councils. Business Law Survey Commission The governor made one new appointment to the Business Law Survey Commission: Michael Deam (Fort Wayne), Managing Partner of Rothberg Logan Warsco LLP, will join the commission. …
Read More »Banks Introduces Amendment to Repeal WOTUS Rule in Farm Bill
Washington, D.C. – Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03) today announced that he has introduced an amendment to the 2018 farm bill that would permanently repeal the Obama-era Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule. The House is expected to debate the farm bill next week. “WOTUS has been a burden not …
Read More »Indiana Department of Education Announces 2017-2018 Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program School of the Year
INDIANAPOLIS – In partnership with Piazza Produce, the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) announced today O’Bannon Elementary has been named the 2017-2018 Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program School of the Year. O’Bannon Elementary is located within the School City of Hammond. “Providing students access to healthy and nutritious meals and …
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