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Longtime IN FFA member competing for top National FFA spot

INDIANAPOLIS (Oct. 17, 2019) — Purdue University sophomore, Claire Baney, will soon be vying for one of six National FFA Officer positions, contending against 44 students from across the United States. Baney was selected by a state nomination committee to serve as the National FFA Officer candidate on behalf of Indiana. …

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Weekend Work: Construction Around Marion County

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation is reminding drivers to plan ahead for weekend construction closures.  Crews will continue resurfacing, strengthening bridges and extending the life of roadways. Maintenance crews will also be out working to repair barrier wall, guardrails, clearing drains and fixing lights.  There will be at least …

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INDOT prepares fleet for winter

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation is preparing its fleet for winter. This is the first time the Greenfield District has done full fleet inspections this early in the season.  Over the past two weeks, mechanics have checked more than 200 trucks. “We are doing our due diligence to make …

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Sheltering Wings Receives Permission to Proceed with Plans for Supportive Housing Community in Plainfield

DANVILLE, Oct. 16 –  The Plainfield Town Council voted to approve Sheltering Wings’ plans to partner with Cummins Behavioral Health Systems, Inc. and RealAmerica to construct and manage an apartment development and community resource center in Plainfield. This community of 52 apartments will address the Town’s need for affordable-housing units …

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INDOT is hiring! Come to Indianapolis hiring fair Wednesday

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation is hosting a statewide hiring fair Wednesday, October 16. There will be one location in the Indianapolis area. INDOT is looking to hire for our seasonal positions.  You must have a current CDL to qualify for this position. Winter seasonal positions run from November …

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