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Press Release

Statewide housing stability partnership launched

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority will accept applications from renters in all 92 counties for the Indiana Supreme Court’s Eviction Diversion Program, which is an additional tool to promote housing stability across the state. To qualify,…

November 1, 2021

Press Release

Winter heating season is almost here. Get ready now.

The upcoming winter heating season may be the most expensive in several years, and consumers should be preparing now. Indiana’s major natural gas utilities issued their winter billing projections this month, forecasting higher bills than last winter due largely to…

November 1, 2021

Press Release

Ivy Tech’s Kokomo and Logansport sites to host College Goal Sunday, offer help filing FAFSA on Nov. 7, 2021

KOKOMO, Ind. — Financial aid professionals will be volunteering at Ivy Tech Community College’s Kokomo and Logansport locations and 36 other sites in Indiana to help college-bound students and their families open the door to financial aid during College Goal…

November 1, 2021

Press Release

USPS Operation Santa accepting letters for 2021 program

WASHINGTON, DC — Starting today, the Postal Service is accepting letters for the 109-year-old USPS Operation Santa program. Letters must be postmarked by Dec. 10, and will be uploaded to USPSOperationSanta.com through Dec. 15 for potential adoption. Every day can be…

November 1, 2021

Press Release

U.S. Postal Service reveals new stamps for 2022

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Postal Service has announced several new stamps to be issued in 2022. “The new 2022 stamps are miniature works of art, designed to be educational and appeal to collectors and pen pals around the world,” said…

November 1, 2021

Health, Press Release

Gov. Holcomb signs COVID-19 Executive Orders

INDIANAPOLIS – Today, Governor Eric J. Holcomb signed Executive Orders 21-28 and 21-29. The Executive Orders expire on Dec. 1, 2021. “Today, I’m extending the public health emergency for another 30 days to maintain critical assistance to our neediest Hoosiers as…

October 30, 2021

Press Release

Indiana Region of American Red Cross, Duke Realty produce care packages to send to Indiana National Guard members

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Region of the American Red Cross’s Services to the Armed Forces has partnered with Duke Realty across seven states to package and send health and comfort kits to Indiana National Guard members serving around the world.…

October 30, 2021

Community, Press Release

HALLOWEEN: Red Cross offers safety tips as pandemic continues

INDIANAPOLIS – Trick-or-treating is back this Halloween, however, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic means there are extra factors to consider when planning your activities. The American Red Cross offers these tips and more to help keep you and your loved ones…

October 29, 2021

Press Release

Over 96% of Tyson Foods’ active workforce is vaccinated

Springdale, Ark. – Tyson Foods announced today that it has achieved nearly full vaccination of its active workforce. President and CEO Donnie King released the news in a note to team members. The full note is below. Throughout the pandemic,…

October 26, 2021

Community, Press Release

Milling and paving of George Street set for Oct. 26-27, 2021

Beginning on October 26, 2021, milling will be occurring on George Street from 11th to 22nd Streets. On October 27, 2021 paving is scheduled to begin in this location. There will be no parking on George Street beginning on Oct.…

October 25, 2021

Press Release

Indiana to begin offering Moderna and Johnson & Johnson booster shots for eligible populations following CDC, FDA authorization

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Health announced on Oct. 22, 2021 that it will begin offering booster doses of Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccine to eligible Hoosiers following federal authorization of the additional dose. Booster doses of the…

October 23, 2021

Press Release

Tips to keep pets safe this Halloween

INDIANAPOLIS —Keep pet safety in mind when planning Halloween festivities. The Indiana State Board of Animal Health encourages pet owners to follow a few steps to ensure dogs and cats stay safe this Halloween. To make Halloween safer for your…

October 21, 2021

Health, Press Release

Governor’s Public Health Commission discusses public health workforce

INDIANAPOLIS — The Governor’s Public Health Commission met today at the Indiana State Library to discuss public health workforce issues. Co-chair Judy Monroe, M.D., FAAFP, opened the meeting and noted that the topic of workforce is timely given the current struggles…

October 21, 2021

Press Release, State

Hoosiers invited to continue donating items to Afghan evacuees

As cold weather approaches, Hoosiers are asked to consider donating needed clothing and infant supplies to help Afghan evacuees temporarily housed at Camp Atterbury in Johnson County. Donation sites have been established across the state, but Hoosiers are encouraged to…

October 21, 2021

Elections, Press Release

Cass County Superior Court Judge Jim Muehlhausen announces candidacy for re-election

I am announcing my candidacy for re-election as the Judge of the Cass County Superior Court. It has been a privilege to serve the people of Cass County and it would be an honor to continue as Judge. It was…

October 21, 2021

Health, Press Release

Logansport Memorial urologist now offering HIFU treatment for localized prostate cancer

Dr. Stephen Beck is now offering high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) for the treatment of organ-confined prostate cancer. HIFU, or High Intensity Focused Ultrasound, is a minimally-invasive, outpatient treatment for organ-confined prostate cancer. The procedure uses high-power, highly focused ultrasound…

October 19, 2021

Press Release

Indiana State Police to participate in DEA Drug Take Back Initiative on Oct. 23, 2021

Peru – Saturday, Oct, 23, 2021, the Indiana State Police will partner with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for the 21st nationwide “Prescription Drug Take-Back” initiative. The “Take Back” initiative seeks to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft through the proper…

October 19, 2021

Press Release, State

Flags at half-staff until sunset on Oct. 22, 2021 to honor life and legacy of General Colin Powell

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags to be flown at half-staff to honor the life and legacy of General Colin Powell. Flags should be flown at half-staff immediately until sunset on Oct. 22, 2021. SOURCE: News release…

October 18, 2021

Events, Press Release

Logansport’s first Day of the Dead celebration to be held Oct. 22, 2021

The Logansport Cultural Diversity Committee is excited to announce “Day of the Dead” which will be held at the State Theatre, in Logansport, Friday October 22, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. The evening will…

October 17, 2021

Press Release

Cass County Prosecutor Noah Schafer announces reelection campaign

LOGANSPORT – Cass County Prosecutor Noah Schafer announced Thursday, Oct. 14 that he will be seeking another term in office in 2022. Schafer grew up in Lafayette, the oldest of six children and a product of a Catholic blue-collar family.…

October 17, 2021