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Better Cancer Screening Bill Signed
Gov. Eric Holcomb ceremonially signs State Rep. Sharon Negele's (R-Attica) law improving breast cancer screening and prevention for Hoosier women Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis. Bill co-authors State Reps. Brad Barrett (R-Richmond) (seated, left), and Cherrish Pryor (D-Indianapolis) (standing, fourth from left) joined Holcomb (seated, center), State Rep. Lori Goss-Reaves (R-Marion) (standing, fifth from right) and Negele (seated, right). Representatives from Dant Advocacy, Hoosier Breast Cancer Advocacy, Lilly, Indiana University of Medicine, Indiana Commission for Women and Catalyst were also present.
Sean Astin was all Hoosier when the DNC delegates delivered for Kamala Harris
There were some familiar faces among the state delegations at the Democratic National Convention Tuesday in Chicago — and we’re not talking about politicians. Actors, filmmakers and musicians could be spotted amongst the delegates as they committed to Vice President Kamala Harris during the ceremonial roll call. Harris had already locked up the...
EPD: Three charged with organized theft after walking out of store with 73 unpurchased items
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEVV) — Three people are facing organized theft charges in Evansville after police say they walked out of the store with dozens of items they didn't pay for. Officers were called to the Walmart on the city's east side on Wednesday to investigate a theft. Police say...
NWS: Expect Warmer Temperatures Across Indiana Soon
STATEWIDE–Temperatures are about to increase all across Indiana. “Most places will get high temperatures around 88 on Friday. Then it’s around 89 on Saturday. By early next week, we’ll have highs in the low 90s,” said Jason Puma, meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Indianapolis. Puma says no rain is expected in Indiana for […] The post NWS: Expect Warmer Temperatures Across Indiana Soon appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Urgent Need: Special Olympics Indiana Seeks Coaches
Special Olympics Indiana urgently needs more coaches to support their expanding roster of athletes. Humans have a fundamental need to be around other humans. As a child, I don't think there was any greater emotional pain than being excluded from an activity or game with peers. It's a sting that lingers, and one that can really ding your self-worth. Inclusion matters, as highlighted in the Special Olympics mission statement. The organization has been empowering athletes for decades, specifically those with intellectual disabilities. However, to do that, they need community support and, of course, athletic coaches.
Loretta Rush re-appointed as Indiana Chief Justice
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- Loretta Rush has been re-appointed as Chief Justice of Indiana. Chief Justice Rush was appointed to the high court in 2012 and was first selected to serve as Chief Justice in 2014 and was reappointed in 2019 and now in 2024. She led efforts statewide and nationally to transform how courts address […]
New Indiana law designed to reduce chronic absenteeism could lead to more parent prosecutions
Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news.This story was written by journalists at the Arnolt Center for Investigative Journalism at Indiana University in partnership with Chalkbeat Indiana.After the death of her parents, an Indianapolis student’s attendance began to lapse — her guardians were busy, and school became a lower priority.Monarca Academy administrators talked to her guardians, and they promised she’d make it to school. But absences continued to stack up and Francisco Valdiosera, executive director of Monarca Academy, referred the case to the Department...
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New business coming to Holton-Marshal thankful for RSRF grant
Along with other business at the August meeting of the Holton Town Council, they approved a zoning change for a new business on US 50 in the town. Phyllis Nighbert, Paul Hughes and Andy Stratton all agreed that having self-storage units would be good for the town of Holton and gave their approval to make the zoning change from agriculture to roadside business for the property at 7970 W US 50 requested by Brandon Thoroughman and Cassie Hornsby, owners.
Evansville project to leave hundreds of homes without water for hours
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WEHT) – Hundreds of Evansville homes will be without water for a couple of hours and under a boil advisory this weekend. This is part of an Evansville Water and Sewer Utility project to add a new waterline to the existing system. Roadway is also said to be restricted Friday night. The intersection […]
Bally’s Evansville Casino & Hotel wins best casino award, 10 other top honors
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WISH) — Bally’s Evansville Casino & Hotel has been recognized with the prestigious Best Casino Award among ten other accolades from Casino Player Magazine. This honor, announced on Tuesday, was bestowed by Casino Player 2024 Best of Gaming Awards, highlighting the casino’s dedication to providing an exceptional guest experience through its top-notch services […]
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