State News

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CHAIRMAN ROKITA DOUBLES DOWN ON SCHOOL CHOICE

Washington, D.C. –Today, Congressman Todd Rokita doubled down on his support for school choice and working with the Administration to ensure every child has access to a quality education regardless of zip code. Later today, Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos will be in the Congressman’s home-state announcing the administration’s school …

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Additional Information in Vermillion Death Investigation

 Vermillion County—This afternoon an autopsy was conducted on a male and female found deceased yesterday afternoon at 528 S. Main St. in Clinton. The autopsy was conducted at Terre Haute Regional Hospital by pathologist Dr. Roland Kohr.  An autopsy was performed at Terre Haute Regional Hospital on both individuals found …

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Whoah! NRC approves two new nature preserves

The Natural Resources Commission (NRC) approved two new nature preserves during its regularly scheduled meeting at the Garrison at Fort Harrison State Park this morning. The move increases to 279 the number of state-designated sites protected by the Nature Preserves Act, which is 50 years old this year. The two …

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See what’s new at Indiana’s state parks this year

The summer recreational season is approaching, and Indiana State Parks is working hard to make sure visitors have a good experience.   The system of 24 parks and eight reservoir properties has finished, or will complete this year, hundreds of improvements to enhance campgrounds, restrooms and trails.   Partners and …

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