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INDOT Offers Scholarships, Jobs to Engineers in Training

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation is offering civil engineering students scholarships of up to $3,125 per semester, and paid employment during summer breaks and upon graduation. Students must be accepted or enrolled full time in one of Indiana’s certified civil engineering schools and apply using the form at www.INDOTScholarship.IN.gov. …

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Deer hunters: Remember safety tips as season approaches

With the official deer archery season starting tomorrow, Indiana Conservation Officers are offering safety tips to help keep Hoosier deer hunters safe. The various deer hunting seasons run through Jan. 31, 2020. It is estimated that more than 300,000 people will participate in some form of deer hunting in Indiana …

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Indianapolis man injured in boating accident on Geist Reservoir

Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating a boat accident that occurred yesterday afternoon on Geist Reservoir. At approximately 4:30 p.m., Indiana Conservation Officers were called to the reservoir to investigate a boat accident that left an Indianapolis man with serious leg injuries. Initial investigation revealed that Brian Selvage, age 23, was being pulled …

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IndyGo announces extension of free Red Line service

INDIANAPOLIS (September 26, 2019) – IndyGo is extending free rides for the Red Line, offering Indianapolis residents and visitors an opportunity to experience the new service without a ticket through November 10. IndyGo’s Board of Directors approved the decision during its monthly meeting held earlier today.  The decision is being …

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Motorists: Watch for slow-moving farm vehicles

INDIANAPOLIS (Sept. 26, 2019) — Despite planting season delays putting farmers behind schedule, harvest season is getting underway across much of the state. That means more slow-moving farm equipment will be on Indiana roads. Over the next couple of months, motorists are encouraged to exercise caution and patience, as they …

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Weekend Work: Construction Around Marion County

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation will be out in full force this weekend as the construction season winds down. Contractors will be in five different locations around Marion County repairing winter damage by strengthening bridges and extending the life of pavement.  Maintenance crews will also be out working to …

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