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Disaster Loan Center To Be Opened In Vigo County
Vigo County, In. – If you had damage from the storms\ that hit the Wabash Valley Last Month help from the Federal Government is available in the form of low interest disaster loans. The Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) and The Small Business Administration (SBA) are opening Disaster Loan Outreach Centers (DLOC) to help with the damage from the June 25 storms. The center in Vigo County will is located at Ivy Tech just south of Terre Haute. The center begins operation beginning today and will be open through August 5th. The center hours will be 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday, and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. SBA Customer Service representatives will be available to help with questions about the loan program and help with applications. IDHS staff will be able to help answer questions about the Indiana State Disaster Relief Fund. The fund can be used to cover losses when SBA loans are not eligible. Residents and businesses have until September 16 to return applications for any physical property damage.
LIST: Here's when classes start in Kentucky and Indiana
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — It's nearly time to pack away the swim floaties and pool noodles. The first day of school is fast-approaching for many students in Kentucky and southern Indiana. The vast majority of Kentucky-Indiana area schools open on Wednesday, August 7. Kentucky's largest school district, Jefferson County Public...
Cybercrime is a Growing Threat Indiana Communities Need to Address
MUNCIE, IN – The threats we face in the digital world are evolving at a frightening pace. From phishing schemes and ransomware attacks to identity theft and deepfake impersonations, the list of cyber threats keeps expanding. As technology advances—and the internet becomes ever more integrated into our daily lives—the security of our information and systems has never been more critical.
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.
‘Talk to me’ gasps Kay Adams during live TV interview as NFL guest admits ‘you gotta laugh to keep from crying’
KAY Adams was left stunned by a guest laughing through her questions. Adams hosted Zaire Franklin on her show and had to calm him through his laughter. Adams asked about Franklin's loss to the Texans last season, as he is a member of the Colts. They split the season series...
Indiana man accused of stalking, harassing girls arrested after crash in Northern Kentucky
BRACKEN COUNTY, Ky. (WKRC) - An Indiana man is behind bars after allegedly terrorizing girls in a small Kentucky town over the past few days. It all ended after neighbors confronted the man and called 911. “My granddaughter comes in the house running scared to death, she's 5 years old...
Extra Security For Vp Harris In Indy
INDIANAPOLIS — There’s a lot of focus on the security measures the U.S. Secret Service uses to protect the President and Vice President. Just over a week ago, a man fired several shots at a Donald Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The shots grazed Trump’s ear and hit three other people, killing one man.
Disaster Loan Outreach Centers open in Monroe and Vigo counties
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Residents and businesses across Monroe, Vigo, and neighboring counties in Indiana may now apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration following severe storms that hit the area on June 25, the SBA announced on Monday. The SBA is collaborating with the Indiana Department of Homeland Security to establish […]
Medicaid still short on cash as new budget year begins
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The state’s top money managers on Tuesday said they’re still working under the assumption the Medicaid fund is low but the numbers could change. Indiana’s 2024 budget year ended on June 30. Tuesday’s report contains the final numbers for the state’s coffers at the end of that period. The Office of Management […]
Increased remnant wildfire smoke worsens air quality over next 24 hours | Live Doppler 13 Weather Blog
INDIANAPOLIS — There are hazy and humid conditions again Tuesday afternoon with spotty rain developing during the heating of the day. As we've mentioned since the weekend, you're now seeing the increasing haze which is remnant smoke from hundreds of wildfires in the northwestern U.S. and especially western/northwestern Canada.
Indiana man who self-identified as a Nazi heads to prison after making death threats toward Jewish people
WASHINGTON D.C. — An Indiana man who identified himself as a Nazi will serve time in federal prison after pleading guilty to calling up Anti-Defamation League offices in multiple states and leaving voicemails where he threatened to assault and kill Jewish people. According to the United States Department of Justice, Andrzej Boryga, 67, pleaded guilty […]
Indiana Train Hosting Christmas Themed Murder Mystery Train Ride
When I was a kid my favorite board game was Clue so it's no surprise that now as an adult I love a good murder mystery. If there's a book, movie, or board game that has a "whodunnit" angle, I am IN. I've always thought it would be so much fun to attend a murder mystery-themed event, and this one even takes place aboard a real train!
Indiana physician sentenced to 5 years for Medicaid fraud
A Muncie, Ind., physician has been sentenced to five years for Medicaid fraud, among other charges, Fox59 reported July 22. William Hedrick, MD, who was previously convicted of illegally prescribing drugs, pleaded guilty April 25 in three different cases which include unlawful dispensation of controlled substances, Medicaid fraud, obstruction of justice, and harassment.
Sycamore swimmer selected as flag bearer for her home nation during Olympics Opening Ceremony
An Indiana State University swimmer is set to be an Olympic flag bearer for her home country. ISU said Tuesday that swimmer Chlore Farro would hoist the flag for Aruba during the opening ceremony in Paris. This makes her the first Sycamore to be selected to represent their nation since...
"It sucks, its horrible" - drivers and first responders express frustration over parked trains blocking popular intersections
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTHI) - Local drivers and first responders are frustrated with train traffic blocking popular intersections for long periods of time. Terre Haute is a major national crossroads for rail transportation. CSX transportation, and the Indiana Rail Road both operate hundreds of miles of track around the city, and thousands of miles throughout the state. 60-80 CSX trains pass through the city every day. Although CSX trains are just doing their job, residents and first responders are frustrated when long trains will "park" on the tracks across busy intersections.
READI Accelerates New Housing, Rural Development in West Central Indiana
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation joined local and regional officials today in Staunton to cut the ribbon on a new development that will increase housing availability in West Central Indiana. The project, Clay Court development, is part of the Homes for the Future program – a pilot initiative to incentivize homebuilders and developers to build new, age-friendly homes that is being supported by Indiana’s Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI).
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