Category State

Press Release, State

Indiana Department of Agriculture warns of harvest traffic on rural roads

INDIANAPOLIS — Harvest season is here, and Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) Director Bruce Kettler, Hoosier Ag Today and many other state agencies have teamed up to promote roadway safety this fall encouraging motorists to watch out…

September 24, 2022

Press Release, State

$67 million in federal grants to support crime victims

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) awarded $67 million in federal grants to more than 190 public and non-profit entities through the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) program. The funding will be used to provide direct services and assistance to…

September 24, 2022

Press Release, State

Celebrate National Public Lands Day on Sept. 24-25, 2022

You can celebrate National Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 24 and Sunday, Sept. 25 by getting outside and enjoying your favorite outdoor activity at one of the many DNR destinations throughout Indiana (on.IN.gov/recfinder). National Public Lands Day, which is…

September 24, 2022

Press Release, State

Get outside with family and friends on Sept. 24, 2022

Sept. 24 is National Hunting & Fishing Day and the last Free Fishing Day of the year in Indiana. Both provide unique opportunities to enjoy the state’s public lands and waters. On Free Fishing Days, Indiana residents can fish any…

September 24, 2022

Press Release, State

Indiana secures funding to help entrepreneurs, small businesses sell products globally

Hoosier companies encouraged to apply for funding to support export-related activities through IN-STEP program INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Economic Development Corporation will receive $300,000 in competitive grant funding from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to support export opportunities through the…

September 24, 2022

Press Release, State

GM plans major investment in Grant County, Indiana to power electrified future

State, company officials celebrate GM’s renewed commitment to Indiana, investment to support future EVs built across the country MARION, Ind. – Governor Eric J. Holcomb joined local officials and executives of General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) today in Grant County…

September 15, 2022

Community, Press Release, State

DNR advises waterfowl hunters to be aware of possible highly pathogenic avian influenza surge

Indiana, along with many other states, was affected by an outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza earlier this year. Avian influenza declined through the summer months; however, some states have had a recent increase in wild bird deaths associated with…

September 13, 2022

Press Release, State

What type of life insurance is right for you?

The Indiana Department of Insurance provides tips to help you find a life insurance policy that is the best fit for you Indianapolis — All life insurance policies have one thing in common – they are designed to pay money…

September 11, 2022

Press Release, Reminders, State

Flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Queen Elizabeth II

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags in the State of Indiana to be flown at half-staff in honor and remembrance of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Per President Biden’s order, flags should be flown at half-staff immediately…

September 8, 2022

Education, Press Release, State

CollegeChoice 529 Savings Plans Education Sweepstakes to award $10,000

INDIANAPOLIS — September is National College Savings Month, and Governor Eric Holcomb has highlighted the importance of saving for education with a Proclamation establishing September 2022 as College Savings Month in Indiana. To celebrate, one individual will be selected to…

September 1, 2022

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana Senate Republicans offering paid internships during 2023 legislative session

STATEHOUSE — The Indiana Senate Republican Caucus is offering paid spring-semester internships in its communications, information technology, legal, legislative, page and policy offices during the 2023 session of the Indiana General Assembly, said State Sen. Stacey Donato (R-Logansport). Qualified candidates…

August 31, 2022

Community, Health, Press Release, State

Indiana Department of Health launches monkeypox dashboard

INDIANAPOLIS—The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) today launched a new data dashboard showing the prevalence of monkeypox cases in the state, broken down by age group, gender, ethnicity, race and public health district. Since mid-June, Indiana has reported 153 probable…

August 31, 2022

Community, Government, Press Release, State

State Sen. Stacey Donato to vice chair child services study committee in preparation for 2023 legislative session

State Sen. Stacey Donato (R-Logansport) will serve as vice chair of the Interim Study Committee on Child Services and as a member of several other study committees in preparation for the 2023 legislative session. Donato’s other assignments include the following:…

August 25, 2022

Community, Press Release, State

Indiana Attorney General warns consumers of rise in crypto-related real estate scams

Attorney General Todd Rokita recommends that Hoosiers proceed with caution when using cryptocurrency in any transaction involving the sale or lease of real estate. “Cryptocurrency has become increasingly popular due to its ease of use and other factors,” Attorney General…

August 24, 2022

Press Release, State

Hoosier students invited to participate in 2022 “I Voted” sticker design competition

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Secretary of State Holli Sullivan is encouraging K-12 Hoosier students to use their creativity to help design ‘I Voted’ stickers for Indiana’s 2022 General Election. “Indiana is home to some very talented young artists,” Secretary Sullivan said.…

August 23, 2022

Press Release, State

Indiana’s reserved hunt applications open Aug. 22 – Sept. 23, 2022

Starting Aug. 22, hunters can apply for a variety of reserved hunts via on.IN.gov The online method is the only way to apply for the hunts listed below. No late entries will be accepted. Applicants must possess a hunting license that…

August 21, 2022

Community, Press Release, State

Cass County farms recognized with Hoosier Homestead awards

STATEHOUSE – Longstanding Cass County family farms recently received Hoosier Homestead awards for being in operation for 100 years or more, according to local legislators. The Binney Farm, in operation since 1921, received a Hoosier Homestead Centennial Award, and the…

August 21, 2022

Press Release, State

Indiana Governor leads trip to Asia to strengthen economic, academic partnerships

INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb landed in Taipei this morning to kick off an economic development trip in Taiwan and the Republic of Korea. The trip will include visits with Taiwanese and South Korean government officials, business leaders and…

August 21, 2022

Education, Press Release, State

State of Indiana & Lilly Endowment announce $111 million investment to support early literacy for Hoosier students

INDIANAPOLIS — Today, Governor Eric J. Holcomb and Indiana Secretary of Education Dr. Katie Jenner joined Lilly Endowment Inc. to announce the state’s largest-ever financial investment in literacy, expanding Indiana’s commitment to support literacy development for Hoosier students. This combined…

August 18, 2022

Press Release, State

Indiana Auditor confirms check printing is underway for the automatic tax refund

(STATEHOUSE) – State Auditor Tera Klutz, CPA confirmed the 1.7 million automatic taxpayer refund (ATR) checks are printing and the first group of checks should reach mailboxes later this week. “We have worked tirelessly with the Governor’s team to get…

August 17, 2022