State News

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Indiana Businesses Encouraged to Apply for Manufacturing Readiness Grants

INDIANAPOLIS (June 30, 2020) – Applications for the Manufacturing Readiness Grant program, which Governor Eric J. Holcomb and the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) first announced in May, are now open to Indiana manufacturers across the state. The Manufacturing Readiness Grants, administered by the IEDC in partnership with Conexus Indiana, are part …

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Visit Indiana’s The 20 IN 20; Thrill Rides

INDIANAPOLIS – (June 30, 2020) – A drop, a plunge, a twist and a turn, all followed with a scream. Thrill-seekers need to look no further than the Hoosier State for an incredible experience. Visit Indiana’s The 20 IN 20 list of thrill rides will be sure to get your adrenaline pumping. “These …

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Death Investigation Sullivan County

Sullivan County – June 28, 2020, at approximately 8:14 p.m., the Sullivan City Police Department requested the assistance of the Indiana State Police Putnamville District in reference to a death investigation of 48-year old, Cosme L. Guzman, Princeton, Indiana.  Preliminary information determined that Officer Mitchell Eberhardt, of the Sullivan City …

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Make water safety a priority this summer

With summer in full swing, Indiana Conservation Officers remind Hoosiers to make safety a priority when recreating around bodies of water. “Even when fun is your main focus, always recognize the danger water poses, even to strong swimmers or experienced boaters,” said Capt. Jet Quillen of DNR Law Enforcement.  If …

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‘Operation Dry Water’ to target boating under the influence, July 3-5

Boaters preparing for the Independence Day holiday should be aware that Indiana Conservation Officers will be on high alert for violations of boating-under-the-influence laws as part of national Operation Dry Water. Operation Dry Water (operationdrywater.org), a year-round program, will be in heightened effect July 3-5. Indiana Conservation Officers, in partnership …

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Visit Indiana Debuts Indiana Road Trip Website

INDIANAPOLIS (June 25, 2020) – Visit Indiana is kicking off the summer with a new digital travel tool to help Hoosiers map out their next adventure. The newly launched website helps families plan and customize their own road trips throughout Indiana, and is designed to help Hoosiers explore new areas and …

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Governor Announces $25 Million in Relief for Renters

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced the Indiana COVID-19 Rental Assistance Program, which will use $25 million in federal CARES Act funding to help Hoosiers struggling to pay rent due to the impact of COVID-19. “This has been a very challenging time for Hoosiers, and the economic impacts …

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Rep. Banks’ Bill Would Make Desecrating Presidential Memorials a Federal Offence

WASHINGTON – Rep. Jim Banks will be introducing legislation to make desecrating memorials to previous U.S. presidents or Founding Fathers a federal offence punishable up to 10 years in prison. Rep. Banks’ bill, the “Defending America’s Heritage and Culture Act” (DAHCA, pronounced dah-kuh), would amend the Veterans’ Memorial Preservation and Recognition Act …

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Visit Indiana’s The 20 IN 20; Ice Cream Shops

INDIANAPOLIS – (June 24, 2020) – I scream. You scream. We all scream for ice cream! Visit Indiana’s The 20 IN 20 list of ice cream shops will have you searching for the perfect scoop or shake. “Indiana ranks second in ice cream production in the United States, second only to California,” said …

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