The Danville Community School Corporation is now enrolling students for its new Little Warrior Learning Center (LWLC) preschool program for the 2018-19 school year. Housed inside Danville’s North Elementary School, the mission of LWLC is to provide educational and play-based opportunities that enable children to develop new skills while building …
Read More »IMPD Detectives Make Arrest in Recent Homicide
INDIANAPOLIS – Friday, Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Homicide detectives arrested 18-year-old Anthony Steele on the preliminary charge of murder for his alleged involvement in the death of 18-year-old, Elijah Lacey. Steele was taken into custody by the US Marshall’s Task Force and the IMPD Violent Crimes Unit. On Monday, …
Read More »Governor Holcomb proclaims June as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month
INDIANAPOLIS, June 1, 2018 — June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing public awareness of Alzheimer’s disease, available resources and how people can get involved to support the cause. During the month of June, Gov. Eric Holcomb invites Hoosiers to raise awareness and take action …
Read More »Hendricks County Health Department offers free HIV, STI, and pregnancy testing
DANVILLE, IN – As a service to Hendricks County residents, the Hendricks County Health Department (HCHD) continues to offer regular testing for HIV, common sexually-transmitted diseases/infections (STI), and pregnancy for free for those who qualify. According to the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH), there were 190 people living with …
Read More »IMPD Sergeant arrested on Official Misconduct charge
INDIANAPOLIS – A 31-year veteran with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) was arrested on Thursday, on allegations of official misconduct. In October 2016, detectives with the IMPD Special Investigations Unit began to look into allegations of official misconduct involving 55-year-old Charles Butler after another IMPD officer brought suspicious activity …
Read More »Indiana Department of Child Services launches online background check portal
INDIANAPOLIS (May 31, 2018) — The Indiana Department of Child Services has digitized its background check process, significantly reducing turnaround time. The new online portal – used to screen applicants including teachers, volunteers and others seeking to work with children – launches June 4. The portal replaces pen-and-paper submission procedures …
Read More »Indiana agriculture photo contest now open
INDIANAPOLIS (May 31, 2018) — The Indiana State Department of Agriculture is now accepting submissions for the 11th annual Indiana Agriculture photo contest, which showcases the hard work and contributions made by Hoosier farmers. The contest is open to the general public, and the winners will be honored during a special …
Read More »Boone County law enforcement investigating suspicious vehicle damage along I-65
Lebanon Police Department, Boone County Sheriff’s Office, and Whitestown Metropolitan Police Department are currently conducting a joint investigation pertaining to damages to vehicles along Interstate 65 in Boone County, Indiana. Vehicle damages have been reported in between the 138 mile marker and 71st street on Interstate 65, both northbound and …
Read More »Indiana Department of Education Kicks off 2018 Summer Food Service Program
INDIANAPOLIS–The Indiana Department of Education announced today the kickoff of the 2018 Summer Food Service Program. In partnership with more than 250 school and community sponsors, children 18 and younger all across the state will have access to free meals and snacks throughout the summer break. “Providing children access to …
Read More »Pittsboro parts manufacturer expanding to Indianapolis
INDIANAPOLIS (May 31, 2018) – Parts manufacturer Olson Custom Designs announced plans today to expand its operations in Indianapolis, proposing to purchase a facility in Park 100 and create up to 30 new full-time positions by 2022. “Indianapolis is the ideal location to test ideas, build great products, and ship …
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