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IndyGo to Provide Free Rides to Polls on Election Day

INDIANAPOLIS (Oct. 29, 2018) – IndyGo will offer free rides on Election Day, Nov. 6, 2018.  The Indianapolis City-County Council asked IndyGo to consider providing free rides on Nov. 6 to encourage Marion County residents to vote. The IndyGo board of directors approved the request at its Oct. 25 meeting. …

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Brownsburg Town Council Begins Search for New Town Manager

Brownsburg — Brownsburg Town Council launched its search to fill the Town Manager vacancy today. Advertisements seeking qualified candidates are being placed in targeted Indiana and Midwest region publications and websites.   Town Council hires the Town Manager to administrate the daily affairs and operations of the municipality. The Town Manager …

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Donnelly Speaks at National FFA Convention Dinner in Indianapolis

Indianapolis, Ind. – U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly delivered remarks at the National FFA Convention Appreciation Dinner this evening in Indianapolis. Donnelly welcomed the FFA Convention back to Indianapolis, discussed his work on the Senate Agriculture Committee, and highlighted his bipartisan efforts to support the education and research that will be …

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IMPD Hit and Run Investigators Seeking Public Assistance

On Saturday, October 20th, 2018 @ approximately 2:15am, Michael Cooper was riding southbound on his bicycle in the 4700 block of N. Meridian Street when he was struck by a vehicle also traveling southbound.  Michael Cooper, landed face first on the roadway and suffered serious injuries, he remains in ICU at an area …

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IMPD Offers Some Halloween Safety Tips

The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) has announced trick-or-treat events for Halloween in Indianapolis and is also offering tips to help trick-or-treaters stay safe. The IMPD is planning extra patrols and enforcement in neighborhoods during that time. Several IMPD Districts will host Halloween Events starting this Saturday.  Trick-or-treaters can also …

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Voting security strong in Indiana

INDIANAPOLIS (October 24, 2018) – Secretary of State Connie Lawson takes great care to prepare for each election. In preparation for the upcoming election, Secretary Lawson has proactively worked to implement new security measures and resources to protect Hoosiers’ votes. Voters should know that no piece of Indiana’s voting equipment …

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Treasurer Mitchell Launches “Right on the Money” Video

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA (October 24, 2018) — Today Treasurer Mitchell, along with Superintendent McCormick, launched “Right on the Money”. This video was created to aid Hoosier teachers and families as they increase students’ financial awareness.  “It was a joy to be a part of the creation of this resource,” said Treasurer Mitchell. “I …

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IMPD Officer arrested on allegations of Domestic Violence

INDIANAPOLIS – A 28-year veteran of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) was arrested Tuesday on allegations of domestic violence. Troy Fitts Just before 12 a.m., on 10/23/2018, Officers were dispatched to the Fitts home on reports of a disturbance. Responding officers learned that Officer Troy Fitts was allegedly involved …

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