INDIANAPOLIS (September 30, 2015) – The Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD) today unveiled the new regional Hoosier Hot 50 Jobs lists highlighting top jobs around the state. These regional lists are modeled after the statewide jobs list released last year and contain projections of the 50 most high-wage, high-demand …

WHITESTOWN, Ind. (Sept. 30, 2015) – Vroom, an online pre-owned car retailer, announced plans today to locate its new reconditioning and fulfillment center here, creating up to 220 new jobs by 2020. “Indiana stands out across the country as an automotive leader,” said Governor Mike Pence. “Whether it’s our state’s …

Washington, D.C. –U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released the following statement in recognition of National Suicide Prevention Month. Donnelly said, “We still have a lot of work to do to address the scourge of military suicide, and we must continue to work nonstop to ensure our servicemembers receive the care and …

As the federal government prepares to close the books on its fiscal year Sept. 30, the Indiana Department of Transportation announces it has invested all $897,920,888.32 in federal highway funds available to Indiana. Funds not assigned to projects by the end of September each year are sent back to Washington, …

INDIANAPOLIS (Sept. 29, 2015) – Four companies announced plans today to expand their Central Indiana operations, creating more than 150 jobs in Hamilton, Marion and Tippecanoe counties. “Today, more Hoosiers are working than at any time in the state’s history,” said Jim Schellinger, president of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation. …

HENDRICKS COUNTY, IN – Food safety is a top priority for public health officials at the Hendricks County Health Department, and they want to remind residents how to prevent foodborne illness at home during National Food Safety Education Month. “Our staff works daily to prevent foodborne illness and make sure …

INDIANAPOLIS (September 28, 2015) — Blackford, Greene, Hendricks, Howard, Putnam and Tipton counties have changed their county income tax rates. These changes take effect on Oct. 1, 2015. The changes for Blackford, Greene, Hendricks, Howard, Putnam and Tipton counties are as follows: Blackford – The resident rate has increased from …

INDIANAPOLIS – As Indiana’s D+ rated infrastructure system continues to crack and crumble, Governor Mike Pence has decided it’s best to play the blame game. He is placing blame on the hardworking contractors who help pave our roads rather than admitting his administration has been late to the game on solving …

In response to concerns expressed by education leaders across the state regarding new requirements affecting Indiana’s dual credit teachers, the Indiana Dual Credit Advisory Council will convene to examine the issue and determine possible next steps. The council will be co-chaired by Indiana’s Commissioner for Higher Education Teresa Lubbers and …

Washington, D.C. – Rep. Rokita (IN-04) issued the following statement after participating in Pope Francis’s joint meeting with Congress today. “The Pope’s message inspires me to help continue leading a thoughtful conversation on a few of the Judeo-Christian characteristics of our collective moral code.   “Serving others is a major aspect of our …