MOORESVILLE, Ind. (Dec. 2, 2020) – Nice-Pak, an innovator and manufacturer of wet wipes for consumers, health care, foodservice and other commercial markets, announced plans today to further expand its operations in Indiana, a direct result of increased product demand amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The company, which last year announced plans …
Read More »Behning reappointed chair of House Education Committee
STATEHOUSE (Dec. 2, 2020) – State Rep. Bob Behning (R-Indianapolis) was recently reappointed to serve as chair of the House Education Committee. As chair of the committee over the last several years, Behning played an integral role in championing several laws supporting Hoosier students, educators and schools. He led the …
Read More »Brownsburg Doctor and Hendricks County Sheriff’s Deputy Among Gov. Holcomb Appointments to Various Boards and Commissions
INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced several appointments to various state boards and commissions. Board of Firefighting Personnel Standards & Education The governor made six reappointments to the board, who will serve until Oct. 31, 2024: Eric Dreiman (Indianapolis), division chief with the Indianapolis Fire DepartmentEric Gentry (Wadesville), …
Read More »Lilly Endowment Grant Will Help Indy Chamber Lead Regional Talent and Image Marketing Initiative
(INDIANAPOLIS) – A $2.8 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to the Indy Chamber Foundation will support the five-year Project Amplify initiative, a digital first step for potential residents to “see themselves” in the Indianapolis region. This initiative will create the LifeInIndy.com lifestyle blog, as well as a regional image …
Read More »Trooper Checking on a Disabled Vehicle Foils Theft Attempt
Indianapolis, IN – Tuesday November 24, 2020, Senior Trooper Joel Flores noticed a disabled vehicle along I-65 near the 108 mile marker. Another vehicle had stopped behind the disabled Honda and two people were with the vehicle. When Flores walked up to see if the stranded motorists needed assistance he noticed …
Read More »Weekly Construction Update for Marion County and I-70 Projects
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation will close lanes and ramps in Marion County and along the I-70 corridor this week. For the Thanksgiving holiday, all crews will be off the road by 12 p.m. Wednesday, November 25. Work will not resume until 6 a.m. Monday, November 30. This …
Read More »Hendricks County Unveils Holiday Gift Guide: 20 Gifts for 2020
DANVILLE, IN (November 19, 2020) –A holiday tradition that has spanned eight years returns as Visit Hendricks County unveiled its One-of-a-Kind Finds Holiday Gift Guide this week highlighting the top 20 gifts that can be purchased in person or in some cases online at locally owned Hendricks County shops. This …
Read More »Weekend Crash along I-70 in Hendricks County Claims One Life
Plainfield, IN – Sunday morning, at 3:21, emergency crews were called to the scene of a serious crash in the east bound lanes of I-70 at the 67.7 mile marker, near the Plainfield Exit. 911 callers reported the crash involved a semi-tractor trailer and a passenger car. When first responders arrived …
Read More »There’s no Place like Home for the Holidays: Tips for Safe Holiday Celebrations during COVID-19
While the holidays may seem a bit different this year, the Hendricks County Health Department would like to share some guidance on how to safely celebrate throughout the season and shed light on some questions that many people have at the moment. What Should I do to Stay Safe During …
Read More »Gov. Holcomb Announces COVID-19 County Metrics and Requirements
INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb today signed Executive Order 20-48 to implement pandemic requirements for all Hoosiers and targeted restrictions for counties that have high levels of COVID-19. Local governments may impose more restrictive guidelines. “We must do all we can to protect our hospital capacity, so our health …
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