Indianapolis, IN – After nine grueling surgeries, Master Trooper Brian Snyder has returned to full police duty. His desire to return to the career he loves kept him motivated through the four years of multiple surgeries. In the early morning hours of March 6th, 2013 Trooper Snyder was investigating a crash …
Read More »Celebrate National Volunteer Week at Indiana State Parks
From maintaining trails to helping in a nature center, Hoosiers can celebrate National Volunteer Week, April 23-29, by donating their time and talent to Indiana’s state parks. “Volunteering gives you a sense of accomplishment,” said Jody Heaston, volunteer coordinator for DNR Division of State Parks. “You know you are helping …
Read More »“Let’s Camp, America! Weekend” is May 5-7 at Indiana State Park properties
Learn to pitch a tent, build a fire, cook outdoors and more during Let’s Camp America! Weekend at Indiana State Parks, May 5-7. Let’s Camp America! Weekend is a nationwide initiative of the National Association of State Parks Directors. The weekend is a chance for beginners to learn basic camping …
Read More »Indiana Cancer Consortium recognizes Indiana State Cancer Registry during National Cancer Registrars Week
April 10-14, Indiana State Cancer Registry joins National Cancer Registrars Week Cancer Registrars: Putting the Pieces Together INDIANAPOLIS, IN — As part of the 21st Annual National Cancer Registrars Week (NCRW), the Indiana Cancer Consortium (ICC) recognizes the work of the Indiana State Cancer Registry (ISCR) and Indiana’s cancer …
Read More »Indianapolis Man Arrested for DUI with 5 Children in his Car
Indianapolis, IN – An Indianapolis man is in jail after driving under the influence of alcohol with his five children in the car. April 9th at approximately 11:30 p.m. 39 year old Bawi Lian drew the attention of Homecroft Police Officer Dave Hodge when he struck the curb on Madison …
Read More »Free Fishing Day, April 15
This Saturday, April 15, is the first of four Free Fishing Days in Indiana in 2017. On these special days, Indiana residents can fish public waters without needing a fishing license or a trout stamp. Free Fishing Days are opportunities for families to learn to fish because adults don’t need a …
Read More »Phone Scam Alert
We have received a few notifications from our members regarding phone calls from representatives claiming to be from Duke Energy. These calls claim that a phone payment is required in order to avoid disconnection. Upon further investigation these calls were not from Duke Energy, but are part of a scam that is …
Read More »NWHSC announces new Cubs Preschool for the 2017-2018 school year
The North West Hendricks School Corporation is now accepting applications for a new Community Preschool that will begin with the 2017-2018 school year. The program is open to all children that turn 4 by August 1st, 2017 and reside in the North West Hendricks School Corporation (NWHSC) district. The program is now open to children that live outside the district, however …
Read More »New fishing license year begins on April 1
The DNR Division of Fish & Wildlife reminds Indiana anglers that last year’s fishing licenses are about to expire and that they are encouraged to report their big catches this year. Indiana fishing licenses are valid from April 1 through March 31 of the following year, so a 2017 …
Read More »Many Americans Say Gas Prices Already Too High Heading Into Summer Months
Indianapolis, IN (March 28, 2017) – A new AAA survey reveals that nearly a quarter of consumers believe gas prices are already too high, heading into the summer months. AAA projects the national average for a gallon of gasoline to increase 40 cents this summer, peaking near $2.70. To offset …
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