INDIANAPOLIS (March 1, 2022) — State Treasurer Kelly Mitchell is pleased to announce that Indiana’s CollegeChoice 529 Savings Plans have been named top-performing plans by SavingforCollege.com based on investment performance during the fourth quarter of 2021. CollegeChoice 529 Direct Savings Plan secured the #1 spot for 3-year, 5-year, and 10-year investment performance, …
Read More »Gov. Holcomb Signs Executive Order in Response to Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine
INDIANAPOLIS-Governor Eric J. Holcomb announced he signed Executive Order 22-08 as a response to Russia’s unjust invasion of Ukraine. “I stand with the people of the Ukraine as they face the tyranny of Putin and his unprovoked invasion. We must hold Putin accountable for his actions and support Ukraine in …
Read More »North Split construction may impact NCAA Big 10 tournament travel
MARION COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) asks motorists to plan ahead for travel related to the upcoming NCAA Big 10 Women’s Basketball Tournament. Routes to Gainbridge Fieldhouse may be impacted by work being performed as part of the North Split Reconstruction interchange closure. Exits currently open …
Read More »Officer Shot During Officer Involved Shooting
On Sunday, February 27, 2022, shortly after 10:00 pm, an officer with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) was shot and an officer-involved shooting occurred in the alley north of 1600 Woodlawn Avenue. The information provided is preliminary and subject to change. Shortly after 10:00 pm, IMPD Southeast District officers responded …
Read More »Ohio Street closing tomorrow
MARION COUNTY, Ind. – Starting tomorrow, weather permitting, Ohio Street will close under I-65 between College Avenue and New York Street to allow for structure demolition, pile driving operations, and drainage installation. This closure is anticipated to continue through March 20. Eastbound traffic will be detoured to New York Street …
Read More »Indiana State Police Cracking Down on Impaired and Aggressive Driving
Indiana State Police will be stepping up patrols to help curb dangerous and aggressive driving. The enforcement campaign will run from Friday, Feb. 25, through Monday, March 21. The safety initiative is designed to reduce crashes and traffic fatalities and to promote safe driving around St. Patrick’s Day and the …
Read More »Take Action: Russian invasion could have cyber implications on local government
In light of the Russian military attack on Ukraine, the global threat of cybersecurity risks also are on the rise, both on the international and local level. The military action already has been accompanied by cyber attacks on the Ukrainian government and critical infrastructure organizations. While there are no specific …
Read More »Indiana State Police Accepting Applications for Museum Collections Manager
(Indianapolis, IN)-The Indiana State Police is accepting applications for the position of Museum Collections Manager. This position serves as a member of the Public Information Office who oversees the care and preservation of the historical collection of the Indiana State Police Museum located in Indianapolis. Primary responsibilities include but are …
Read More »Big Walnut Watershed property owners may be eligible for grant
Property owners in the Big Walnut Watershed may be eligible for up to 75 percent reimbursement from cost-share funds for practices meeting Section 319 grant requirements. Eligible best management practices cover agricultural operations and homeowners. Financial and technical assistance can combine with these clean water grants. Top priority practices range …
Read More »Avon Nova Award Winner Chelsea Neiswinger
The February 2022 Avon Nova award winner is a Chelsea Nieswinger. Chelsea, and her husband Brad have lived in Avon Indiana since 2017 with their 7-year-old son Owen, and 4 year old son Emmett. She currently owns and operates her online media company from her home, which means she is …
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