INDIANAPOLIS (May 31, 2016) – Today begins the 100 day countdown to the start of the Indiana Bicentennial Torch Relay. In 100 days on September 9, the 3,200-mile journey through Indiana’s 92 counties begins in Corydon (Harrison County). The torch relay is the premier event of the Bicentennial and will …

INDIANAPOLIS – On Wednesday, May 25th, IMPD Violent Crimes detectives arrested 19-year-old Davon Keeylen for Murder and Robbery. The suspect is accused of shooting and killing 21-year-old Anthony Dean on November 7, 2015, in the Burger King parking lot located in the 3700 blk. of N. Illinois St. Detectives had …

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation announced today that the agency is accepting applications from cities, towns, and counties across Indiana for matching funds for local road and bridge projects through Community Crossings, the State’s local road and bridge matching grant fund. On March 23, 2016, Governor Mike Pence …

Indianapolis – Governor Mike Pence today announced the winners of the 2016 Mr. and Miss Math and Science awards. The Mr. and Miss Math and Science awards aim to recognize students who have exemplary achievements in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) classes and extracurricular activities. Each winner will receive …

INDIANAPOLIS (May 31, 2016) – The Office of Lt. Governor Eric Holcomb is seeking nominations for the 2016 AgriVision Award. The award is given to a Hoosier who has demonstrated exemplary leadership to maximize the potential of Indiana agriculture. “Indiana continues to be a global leader in agriculture because of the exceptional …

Indianapolis – Spartan Fleet Vehicles and Services (“Spartan”), a business unit of Spartan Motors Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAR) which encompasses the Utilimaster go-to-market brand, announced plans today to expand its operations here, creating up to 147 new jobs by 2019. “Indiana’s rich history in the automotive industry continues to attract new …

Indianapolis – Blue Buffalo Pet Products (NASDAQ: BUFF), the nation’s leading producer of natural pet foods, announced plans today to establish a new manufacturing facility for its wholly-owned subsidiary Heartland Pet Food in Richmond, creating up to 165 new jobs in Indiana. “I’m excited to welcome Blue Buffalo to Indiana, …

INDIANAPOLIS –The Indiana Commission for Higher Education is working statewide to ensure Indiana’s 21st Century Scholars stay on track to earn their scholarships and prepare for college success before graduating from high school. Beginning with the high school graduating Class of 2017, all Scholars must complete specific activities designed to …

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Single-family building permits in Indiana increased 11 percent in April over the previous month according to the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Permits increased 13 percent in April compared to the same time last year. In April …

INDIANAPOLIS (May 26, 2016) – The Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) is accepting applications for the Indiana Organic Certification Cost Share program from now until December 1, 2016. Indiana’s organic farmers and handlers can apply for a rebate of up to 75 percent of the cost of their organic certification. “This program was …