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Hoosier business group, companies continue DEI work as efforts elsewhere falter
(INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — Among the Indiana Chamber of Commerce’s 50-plus conferences and seminars is a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) summit, now in its fourth year. The event includes the crowning of a DEI “champion,” sponsored by a national employer-focused law firm. “I think that the chamber can play an important role as a convener,” […]
Tax reform is essential for the future of Indiana agriculture
It’s the heat of the summer, which means farmers are constantly monitoring the weather, tending to livestock, and focusing on pest and disease management for their crops. Unfortunately, this summer also finds landowners reeling from property tax statements that hit mailboxes during planting season. Farmers are experiencing a 27% increase in their farmland taxes this […] The post Tax reform is essential for the future of Indiana agriculture appeared first on Indiana Capital Chronicle.
As the attorney general’s deadline passes, most of Indiana’s ‘sanctuary cities’ appear unfazed
As the attorney general’s deadline passes, most of Indiana’s ‘sanctuary cities’ appear unfazed. Although the July 1 deadline that Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita set has passed, only one of four municipalities threatened with legal action if they did not rescind what he called their “illegal sanctuary city” policies appears to have made changes to comply.
Marion County becomes majority non-white
Marion County, Indiana’s most populous county, became majority non-white between 2020 and 2023, according to recently released U.S. Census Bureau data. The consolidated city-county recorded a net loss of about 8,000 residents over that period. It gained about 7,000 Black, 5,000 Hispanic and 3,900 Asian residents but lost nearly...
Hoosiers react: Yogi Ferrell, head coach Adam Ross discuss Assembly Ball's win over Men of Mackey in TBT
Indiana basketball's alumni team, Assembly Ball, advanced to the Sweet 16 in The Basketball Tournament with a 68-55 win over Purdue's alumni team, Men of Mackey on Sunday night at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. After the game, former IU star and Assembly Ball guard Yogi Ferrell and head coach Adam...
Sendoff party held for ‘Miss Indiana USA’ ahead of ‘Miss USA’ competition
ELKHART, Ind. (WNDU) - A grand sendoff was held Sunday night for Elkhart County’s very own 2024 Miss Indiana USA Stephanie Sullivan as she leaves for California next week. The party took place at Michael’s Italian Restaurant in Elkhart — a place that Sullivan and her family have frequented for a bite to eat for more than 15 years.
Errington plans town hall meeting on proposal to change state diploma system
MUNCIE, Ind. — State Rep. Sue Errington has scheduled a town hall meeting for Friday, July 26, on plans by the Indiana Department of Education to restructure Indiana's high school diploma system. The meeting, open to the public, will be 6-8 p.m. at Kennedy Library, 1700 W. McGalliard Road.
Gov. Holcomb breaks ground on first READI 2.0 project
Governor Eric J. Holcomb joined local and regional officials in Kokomo today to break ground on the first quality of place project supported by the recent expansion of the Indiana Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI 2.0), which increases the state’s overall program commitment to $1 billion, marking an unprecedented state-led investment in cultivating vibrant communities that attract and retain top talent. In Kokomo, READI 2.0 funding will facilitate the expansion of University Park at Indiana University Kokomo, adding critical student housing and amenities to retain and attract top talent and support significant job creation plans in the region’s growing electric vehicle (EV) industry.
Trial underway for Indy man accused of killing 6 people
INDIANAPOLIS — Raymond Childs III had taken his father’s car without authorization on a Saturday night, something family members said would never be allowed, and when he returned after midnight, Raymond Childs II promised discipline would be meted out later. T-Ana King, sister to her 17-year-old brother, told jurors in Childs’ murder trial that she […]
Southport police officer overdoses on fentanyl during traffic stop
SOUTHPORT, Ind. — An officer with the Southport Police Department is recovering after coming into contact with and overdosing on fentanyl during a recent traffic stop. SPD said around 7 p.m. last Friday Lieutenant Tony Wilson pulled over a driver at the Speedway gas station at US 31 and County Line Road on the south […]
Whitestown Police Purchase New Medical/Trauma Bags Through Brownsburg Walmart Grant
The Whitestown Metropolitan Police Department was recently awarded a grant from the Brownsburg Walmart to purchase new supplies for the officers. The Whitestown Metropolitan Police Department announced that the Brownsburg Walmart has awarded the department with a grant to purchase 20 new medical and trauma bags for its officers to aid in first responder calls where a patient is in dire need of medical assistance before emergency medical personnel can arrive on the scene.
Kokomo Probationary Officer Terminated, Arrested Following Investigations
An internal investigation alongside a state police investigation led to the termination and arrest of a former Kokomo Police Department probationary officer. On July 1, Kokomo Police Department Chief Douglas Stout was reportedly contacted by a separate law enforcement agency in reference to a criminal allegation that involved a probationary officer at the Kokomo Police Department, which reportedly led the administration of the department to immediately contact the Indiana State Police to investigate the allegation. According to the department, Stout and the Professional Standards Unit initiated an internal investigation alongside the report to the state police.
Rockville Rotary preps Hobo Stew for veterans, donates to FFA
ROCKVILLE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Officials with the Rockville Rotary Club made a donation to a local agricultural education organization. Members of the Parke Heritage High School FFA accepted a donation to their organization from the Rotary at the end of the Parke County 4-H fair. Rotary officials also thanked the FFA group for their assistance […]
Ex-doctor who operated Muncie pain clinic sentenced to 54 months in prison
MUNCIE, Ind. — Nearly a decade after it began, the legal saga of William Perry Hedrick apparently ended Friday when the former physician was sentenced to 54 months in prison. The 62-year-old Hedrick, most recently of Fort Wayne, operated a pain clinic in Muncie that opened in July 2013...
Indianapolis Monthly debuts new foodie event: Global Eats
Indianapolis Monthly magazine is starting a new food event called Global Eats on July 29 at West Fork Whiskey in Westfield. This exciting event will show off foods from around the world, with many local Indianapolis restaurants taking part, including the well-known Pinoy Garden Café from Bloomington. Chris Manansala of Pinoy Garden Café and Andrea […]
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