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Steuerwald co-authors bill to strengthen public safety across the state

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 21, 2025) – The Indiana House of Representatives advanced legislation co-authored by State Rep. Greg Steuerwald (R-Avon) to strengthen public safety across the state by providing additional funding for deputy prosecutors. According to Steuerwald, House Bill 1006 would encourage the retainment of prosecuting attorneys and support more competitive wages …

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House passes Haggard’s legislation to further strengthen Indiana’s safeguards against foreign influence

STATEHOUSE (Feb. 20, 2025) – The Indiana House of Representatives supported a bill authored by State Rep. Craig Haggard (R-Mooresville) that would further protect Hoosiers from influence by foreign adversaries.“House Bill 1032 is another crucial step in protecting Indiana from foreign influence by closing loopholes that allow adversarial entities to …

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Hendricks County Women’s Giving Circle Grant Applications Open

Nonprofits serving women and children in Hendricks County are invited to apply for funding from the Hendricks County Women’s Giving Circle, a new women’s philanthropy group and program of the Hendricks County Community Foundation (HCCF). This group provides financial support for local nonprofit organizations while encouraging philanthropy and community engagement …

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World Food Championships Returns to Indianapolis for 2025

Indianapolis, IN (February 12, 2025) – The World Food Championships announced today that it is returning to Indianapolis at the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center and will move the 2025 Main Event into October. Scheduled for Thursday, October 16 to Sunday, October 19, WFC will once again be held …

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Recycling Center Take Nears 600 Tons

As it approaches the 600-ton mark since opening 22 months ago, Hendricks County’s recycling center at Lizton saw four months exceeding 35 tons each last year. More than 43,000 drop-offs of recyclable household items have been made. At least 100 dogs and one cat have accompanied recyclers. Many are regulars. …

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One Dead in Weekend Crash in Belleville Leading to DUI Arrest

CLAYTON –   On 02/08/2025 at approximately 4:06 pm, Hendricks County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of US 40 and SR 39.     Preliminary investigation indicates a black Chrysler 300, occupied by two, was traveling eastbound on US 40.  A white Lincoln MKZ, occupied by 4, …

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