Indianapolis – Governor Mike Pence today joined state and local leaders to open I-69 Section 4 in Greene and Monroe counties. Following today’s ceremony, Governor Pence led a caravan to open the new 27 miles between U.S. 231 near Naval Support Activity Crane and State Road 37 south of Bloomington. …

INDIANAPOLIS – In commemoration of the 200th anniversary of Indiana’s statehood, the Indiana Department of Administration, in conjunction with the Indiana Arts Commission, announced today the winning bids for centerpiece sculptures for the Indiana Bicentennial Plaza.   The projects calls for the installation of two art pieces within the Plaza, …

The first IMEM Film Series event is Friday, December 11, 7 pm at the Wheeler Arts Community Theater at 1035 Sanders Street in Fountain Square, Indianapolis.  The program is curated and hosted by renowned film preservationist Eric Grayson and features “A Christmas Wish” aka “The Great Rupert”, a 1950 Christmas …

Grant made possible by the Lions Clubs International Foundation and Indiana State Lions   INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired recently received a $150,000 matching grant made available through the Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF) and the Indiana State Lions. The grant proceeds were utilized …

Indianapolis – Governor Mike Pence today issued the following statement on the first night of Hanukkah.   “On this first night of Hanukkah, the Jewish community across Indiana and the world will gather in the homes of family and friends to kindle the menorah light in commemoration of a timeless …

Marion Co., Indiana State Police troopers are currently working a single vehicle fatal crash on the Indianapolis west side. This morning, December 7th, at approximately 7:00 a.m., Indiana State Police troopers were dispatched to a single vehicle personal injury crash on I-70 WB at the 72.9 mm. Preliminary investigation revealed …

Indianapolis – A reminder about two scams that are becoming prevalent again during the holiday season; the IRS scam alleging back taxes are owed and threatening immediate arrest if funds are not wired as directed, and the bank credit card scam alleging your credit card has been suspended and asking …

Hendricks County- More than 50 scholarships are offered by the Hendricks County Community Foundation to local high school seniors, and the application to apply for these will be open through December 16.   The awards range from $500 to $10,000, with each scholarship having specific criteria. Students must apply for …

Twenty-five 21st Century Scholar program alumni, 10 partnering organizations and two state leaders who created Indiana’s scholarship program for low-income students were recognized last evening at a celebration of the 21st Century Scholars program’s 25th anniversary.   “The 21st Century Scholars program is a national model for providing students financial …

INDIANAPOLIS – Today, the Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) named Ben Gavelek as the new director of communications.   Prior to joining ISDA, Gavelek began his career in public relations working as a press secretary for the Indiana House of Representatives, Republican Caucus. In that role, he served as the media …