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Indiana launches Medicaid waiver waitlist dashboard, lawmakers want more information
Thousands of people are still waiting for home- and community-based health services as Indiana processes people on waitlists for Medicaid waivers. The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration launched a dashboard to provide updates on the waitlists.
Three Indiana Bankers Receive Top Honor
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Bankers Association recognized three members of the state’s banking community with Leaders in Banking Excellence awards, the Association’s highest honor. The awards were presented at a ceremony on Aug. 2, at the IBA’s headquarters in Indianapolis. The 2024 Class honorees are:. •...
What we learned from Week 1 of SW Indiana high school football: Routs, thrillers and more
Week 1 of high school football is in the books. Here's what we learned from the opening night, including a look inside Heritage Hills' tone-setting rout of Southridge, a smattering of blowouts and more. ...
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.
IU trustees violated open door law, says state public access chief
Indiana’s Public Access Counselor agreed with WFIU/WTIU News that Indiana University’s Board of Trustees violated the state’s Open Door Law during its private meeting May 14, according to a strongly worded advisory opinion released Thursday. In the required citation of law justifying the closed meeting, the trustees...
Glas-Col gets recognized by Indiana governor
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) – A local company is among several being recognized by Indiana’s governor for 50+ years of business. Glas-Col is located in Terre Haute and manufactures products used in chemical research in over 30 different countries. Indiana State Senator Greg Goode visited the company on...
So. Indiana Area McDonald’s Restaurants Support Local Schools with “Fries for School Supplies” Fundraiser
Who knew that indulging in a delicious order of McDonald’s fries could make such a big difference in our community? From August 26th to 30th, local McDonald’s owner-operators are turning their fry boxes into tools for change with the "Fries for School Supplies" fundraiser. During these five days, 10% of all à la carte fry sales will be donated directly to local schools.
Oliver Anthony Goes Off-Roading in Indiana Before Concert
Country/folk singer-songwriter Oliver Anthony was all smiles after having some fun at an Indiana off-road park ahead his concert in Indianapolis. When I first ran across Oliver Anthony Music on TikTok, I was immediately intrigued. I've been listening to his music since the beginning, and I've enjoyed every tune that he's thrown at fans. Most recently, the artist was spotted hanging out in Indiana at an off-road park before a concert at White River State Park in Indianapolis. The singer-songwriter looked like he was having a fantastic time and took to social media to capture the moment.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library keeps growing in Indiana but Marion County lacks full access
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.In 85 counties in Indiana, all children under age 5 can register to read free books delivered to their home through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. That’s 31 more counties than a year ago. But many children in the state’s most populous county, Marion, are still waiting for an Imagination Library. Last year, the state announced a $6 million allocation to match local partners’ contributions to the Imagination Library. But right now, only two Marion County ZIP codes, 46201...
Thousands of disabled Hoosiers face 1-3 year long waitlists for state Medicaid waivers released in July
INDIANAPOLIS — Thousands of disabled Hoosiers could spend months, if not years, on a waitlist to receive Medicaid waivers. These include the Pathways Waiver (for Hoosiers over 60 who require nursing-level care), or the Health & Wellness Waiver (for Hoosiers under 60 who require nursing-level care), according to lawmakers on the Medicaid Advisory Committee and […]
Bourbon, Bling, and Bow Ties: a fundraiser for Indiana Wish
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH)- Indiana Wish has been granting wishes to children with life threatening illnesses since 1984. Those wishes can certainly run the gambit, and in order to make those wishes happen it takes finances. That’s why Indiana Wish is hosting “Bourbon, Bling, and Bow Ties”. The annual Indiana Wish “Portrait of Wishes” gala, one of […]
UnitedHealthcare urges preventive care for older adults to catch health issues early
Dr. Mimi Kokoska, UnitedHealthcare Medicare Chief Medical Officer in Indiana, offered some insight into how preventive care can help reduce the risk of serious health issues from developing in the future by catching problems early. In fact, according to the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, only 6 percent of adults aged 35 and […]
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