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National School Choice Week is Jan. 23-29 this year. It’s an annual recognition of the educational options families can use to best meet the needs of their children. For over a decade, I’ve worked hard to support school choice, which empowers Hoosier parents to have more control over their children’s …

INDIANAPOLIS (Jan. 25, 2021) – Anchorage Digital, a regulated digital asset platform and the first crypto company to receive a federal bank charter, announced plans today to establish operations in central Indiana, creating at least 10 new, high-skill jobs by the end of 2022.“Indiana is on the cutting-edge of high …

INDIANAPOLIS, Jan. 25, 2022 – Volunteer advocates from across the state will urge lawmakers to pass legislation to help Hoosiers affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementia during the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Indiana Chapter’s virtual Day of Action on Feb. 1, 2022. Alzheimer’s Association advocates will push for three legislative priorities, …

HCCF is excited to announce new Board Members and new roles for our current members. Our new members are Dan Dunbar, Amy Comer Elliott, Harry Gill and Shariq Siddiqui. Current Board member Brad Riley is transitioning to Vice Board Chair. Clockwise from top left: Brad Riley, Harry Gill, Dan Dunbar, …

The Hendricks County Community Foundation is excited to announce the recipients of the 2022 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship: Summer Adkins, Avon High School Justine Vandenberg, Danville High School Karlee Waugh, Plainfield High School From left: Summer Adkins, Justine Vandenberg, & Karlee Waugh Lilly Endowment Community Scholars are known for their community …

STATEHOUSE (Dec. 17, 2021) – Communities across all 17 regions in Indiana will receive $500 million as part of a new, innovative state grant aimed at increasing quality of life and attracting top talent, according to Hendricks County state representatives.   On Tuesday, Gov. Eric Holcomb announced $20 million will …

INDIANAPOLIS – On Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at 10:39 p.m., Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) East District officers were dispatched to the 4200 block of Edmondson Avenue in reference to a possible person shot.  Officers located an adult male with injuries consistent with gunshot wounds.  Officers also located several possible witnesses …

Avon, Ind. – Avon Community School Corporation (ACSC) Superintendent Dr. Scott Wyndham has been selected as a 2021 Superintendent to Watch by the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA). Wyndham joins just 19 other superintendents nationwide who were honored for their innovative and effective use of technology to engage and inform the school community, and to expand two-way communication and outreach efforts.  …

INDIANAPOLIS-Governor Eric J. Holcomb recently announced an estimated 4.3 million taxpayers will receive a $125 refund after they file their 2021 taxes. “Despite a pandemic, Indiana exceeded all expectations and closed the state fiscal year with an unprecedented amount in reserves,” said Gov. Holcomb. “We have an obligation to put …

Indianapolis, IN. — The Indiana State Police today announced that it will be increasing patrols during the holiday season, as part of a statewide crackdown on impaired driving. Starting this week until Jan. 1, officers will be on high alert for anyone driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Law …