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August, 2015

• 2 August

  Donnelly Recognizes 70th Anniversary of Sinking of USS Indianapolis

  Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly released a video statement in recognition of the 70th anniversary of the sinking of the USS Indianapolis during World War II. The attack on the USS Indianapolis was commemorated in Indianapolis with a reunion over the weekend.  Donnelly said, “On the 70th anniversary …

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• 2 August

  Indiana Senate Democrats call Governor’s fruitless witch-hunt waste of taxpayer dollars

  The Pence administration is doing it again. Another witch hunt, fueled by the right-wing. This time, the target is Planned Parenthood of Indiana and Kentucky (PPINK). A short time ago, the news broke nationally that a right-wing group had established a clandestine identity, infiltrated certain Planned Parenthood clinics in California …

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• 2 August

  Governor Pence Appoints Jim Schellinger President of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation

  INDIANAPOLIS– Governor Mike Pence has named Jim Schellinger as president of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC). He currently serves as the chairman and chief executive officer of CSO Architects and is a member of the IEDC Board of Directors. “Since day one, our administration has prioritized establishing Indiana as …

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• 2 August

  IDP Statement on Appointment of Jim Schellinger to the Indiana Economic Development Corporation

  INDIANAPOLIS – Chairman John Zody issued the following statement on the appointment of Jim Schellinger to the Indiana Economic Development Corporation. “It’s only after he put Indiana and its middle class in jeopardy that Governor Pence has decided to listen to a Democrat on how to better improve the state’s …

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• 2 August

  HCCF Teaches Families About Giving at County Fair Using “Phil and His Family’s Adventures in Giving”

  Avon, IN – The Hendricks County Community Foundation sponsored the 2015 Family Fun & Fitness Day at the Hendricks County Fair this year through the Deedee Daniel Opportunity Fund. This sponsorship provided families in Hendricks County with the opportunity to take part in some fun activities all for free. Along …

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July, 2015

• 29 July

  Coats Calls for Defunding of Planned Parenthood on Senate Floor

  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Dan Coats (R-Ind.) today spoke on the Senate floor and called for a vote on ending federal funding for Planned Parenthood. “We need to let Planned Parenthood know that the American people do not support these inhumane practices,” said Coats. “Congress should vote, and vote soon, …

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• 29 July

  Katie McLaughlin named Avon Community School Corporation Teacher of the Year

  Avon, IN (July 28, 2015) – Katie McLaughlin, an art teacher shared between Pine Tree and Sycamore Elementary Schools, was selected as the Avon Community School Corporation Teacher of the Year. During opening day activities, she was presented with a special plaque and award from the Sharon Pinnick Educational Fund, (Hendricks …

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• 29 July

  Tilden Road in Brownsburg closed from Green Street west to Maxine Manor

  The installation of a new sewer line has Tilden Road closed to through traffic from Green Street west to Maxine Manor. Construction of the sewer trunk line requires total street replacement including curbs and gutters, curb inlets and manholes. Motorists may use Maxine Manor/West Williams Drive as the detour. We understand …

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• 28 July

  Wrong Way Driver Killed in Head On Crash on I-65

  Greenwood, IN- A driver traveling SB in the NB lanes of I-65 at the 99.7 mm was killed early Friday afternoon, July 24th, after running head on into a NB semi-tractor trailer. At approximately 1:00 p.m. Indiana state troopers were notified of personal injury crash on I-65 NB at the …

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• 28 July

  Coats Calls for Vote to End Federal Funding for Planned Parentho

  WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Dan Coats (R-Ind.) today called for a Senate vote on ending federal funding for Planned Parenthood: “In recent weeks, the American people have learned more about the barbaric practices Planned Parenthood uses to take innocent human life. Despite the outrage of millions of Americans, Planned Parenthood’s …

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• 28 July

  Donnelly: One Step Closer to Reopening the Ex-Im Bank

  Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Joe Donnelly helped the Senate pass a bipartisan amendment last night that would reform and reauthorize the Export-Import Bank, which serves as the official export credit agency of the United States and helps facilitate the export of American goods and services to international markets.  The …

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• 28 July

  Traffic Stop Yields Suspected Crystal Meth

  Putnam County—Yesterday morning at 11:32, Indiana State Police Trooper Yan Dravigne stopped a white 2014 Hyundai Accent with Oregon registration for following too close on eastbound Interstate 70 near the 36 mile marker. During conversations with the occupants, Trooper Dravigne developed suspicion of possible criminal activity and requested assistance from …

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• 28 July

  Indiana trooper named national Trooper of the Year

  Lafayette-Sr. Tpr. Joseph R. Winters, a 10-year veteran of the Indiana State Police, has been recognized nationally for his lifesaving actions. The American Association of State Troopers recognized Winters’ heroic actions by naming him the 2015 national Trooper of the Year for saving a family of three from a burning …

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• 28 July

  Donnelly, Flake: States Should Get Fair Share of Federal Highway Funding

  Washington, D.C. —U.S. Senators Joe Donnelly (D-IN) and Jeff Flake (R-AZ) today introduced an amendment to the Senate version of the Surface Transportation Reauthorization bill. Donnelly and Flake’s amendment would ensure for each state a fair share of federal highway funding. Donnelly said, “In Indiana, we have roads and bridges …

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• 23 July

  IDP: Now that CHIP is fully funded by ACA, Does Pence Still Want Full Repeal of the Law?

  INDIANAPOLIS – Another day, another story about how the Affordable Care Act is doing what it’s supposed to do – provide quality and affordable health insurance to everyday, middle class families. This time, the ACA is expected to fund Indiana’s Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) by 99.62% over the next …

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