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Holcomb names Brad Chambers to lead Indiana Economic Development Corporation as Secretary of Commerce

INDIANAPOLIS– Gov. Eric J. Holcomb has named Bradley B. Chambers, the president, CEO, and founder of Buckingham Companies, as the state’s Secretary of Commerce beginning July 6. “There is no one more qualified to lead our economic development efforts than…

June 8, 2021

Police/Fire, State

Treasurer Kelly Mitchell celebrates 5 years of Text-to-911

INDIANAPOLIS— This week, the Indiana Statewide 911 Board is celebrating 5 years of offering Text-to-911 services to all 92 counties in the state. Within the past five years, more than 1.2 million in-bound and out-bound texts have been received and…

June 8, 2021

Elections, State

Seat launches campaign for Indiana State Treasurer

NORTH WEBSTER, INDIANA – Appearing at the Kosciusko County Republican Party Lincoln Day Dinner in North Webster, Indiana, on Thursday, June 3, Pete Seat announced his campaign for the Republican nomination for Indiana State Treasurer. “Being the Chief Investment Officer of…

June 8, 2021

State

Thousands of Hoosiers will soon receive major relief following $550 million settlement with largest U.S. subprime auto financing company

More than 5,000 Hoosiers are receiving $261 checks as a result of a $550 million settlement with the nation’s largest subprime auto financing company, Attorney General Todd Rokita announced today. The checks were sent on June 4. The Office of…

June 8, 2021

State

Cyberseek Indiana resource launches to promote jobs in growing cybersecurity industry

INDIANAPOLIS– As cybersecurity threats and attacks continue to increase, the State of Indiana is introducing the Cyberseek Indiana online resource to promote and support job growth in the emerging industry of cybersecurity. The Indiana Department of Workforce Development (DWD) is…

June 2, 2021

State

Enjoy Indiana waters on Free Fishing Weekend, June 5-6, 2021

The two Free Fishing Days kick off National Fishing and Boating Week, June 5-13, a national celebration that highlights the importance of recreational fishing and boating. Those activities are excellent opportunities to get outside and connect with family and friends,…

June 2, 2021

State

Photo contest captures beauty of Indiana’s rural landscape; submissions accepted through June 30, 2021

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Department of Agriculture is now accepting submissions for the 14th annual Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest. The contest is open to all Indiana residents and was created to recognize the hard work and contributions of Hoosier…

June 2, 2021

State

Hoosiers celebrate Memorial Day, honor veterans like no one else

For more than 100 years, the eyes of millions have been on Indiana each Memorial Day weekend. The Indianapolis 500 is not only the Greatest Spectacle in Racing, but also one of the largest celebrations of our most cherished freedoms…

May 29, 2021

Community, State

Indy 500 pre-race ceremonies to feature pageantry, tradition

INDIANAPOLIS – The pre-race ceremonies for the 105th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge will feature all of the tradition and pageantry beloved by fans Sunday, May 30 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. A look at the various ceremonial roles: “God Bless…

May 29, 2021

State

Indianapolis 500 Fans Encouraged To ‘Plan Ahead’ with IMS.com

INDIANAPOLIS – Fans attending the 105th Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge on Sunday, May 30 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway are encouraged to “Plan Ahead” through IMS.com/PlanAhead, an interactive web page that serves as a home base for…

May 28, 2021

State

Emmy-Nominated actor Ventimiglia to serve as 2021 Indy 500 Honorary Starter

INDIANAPOLIS – Actor, director and producer Milo Ventimiglia will serve as honorary starter for the 105th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge, waving the green flag and sending the field of 33 NTT INDYCAR SERIES drivers on their epic quest for…

May 28, 2021

State

Gov. Holcomb announces Milo will step down as Secretary of Career Connections and Talent

INDIANAPOLIS – Gov. Eric J. Holcomb today announced Indiana Secretary of Career Connections and Talent Blair Milo is stepping down to launch a new entity designed to assist women and minorities engaged in entrepreneurship. “Communities across the state have been…

May 28, 2021

Health, State

Gov. Holcomb Signs COVID-19 Executive Orders

INDIANAPOLIS – Today, Governor Eric J. Holcomb signed Executive Order 21-14 to extend the public health emergency. Continuation of the public health emergency allows certain individuals who otherwise would not be eligible to administer COVID-19 vaccinations and allows the state to…

May 28, 2021

State

Country music star Jimmie Allen to perform National Anthem at 105th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge

INDIANAPOLIS – Chart-topping, platinum-selling country recording artist Jimmie Allen will perform the national anthem before the start of the 105th Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge on Sunday, May 30 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Allen will sing “The…

May 28, 2021

State

Lt. Gov. Crouch, FSSA accepting 2021 Golden Hoosier Award nominations through June 19, 2021

STATEHOUSE – Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, in collaboration with the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration’s Division of Aging has announced that nominations are now being accepted for the 2021 Golden Hoosier Award. “Every year, it amazes me how many thoughtful…

May 25, 2021

State

Indiana governor traveling to Israel

INDIANAPOLIS – Gov. Eric J. Holcomb is traveling to Israel this week at the invitation of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The governor will be in the country today and Wednesday. “I stand in support of Israel and look forward…

May 25, 2021

State

Hoosier voters to receive postcard with election information in the mail

SOURCE: News release from Office of Indiana Secretary of State INDIANAPOLIS — Hoosier voters are beginning to receive postcards in the mail from the Secretary of State’s office. The office is mailing these postcards as part of a statewide voter…

May 19, 2021

State

Indiana will end federal pandemic unemployment benefits effective June 19, 2021

SOURCE: News release from Office of Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced that Indiana will end its participation in all federally funded pandemic unemployment insurance programs effective June 19, 2021. The programs that…

May 17, 2021

State

Canada geese bag limits increase; migratory bird hunting seasons announced

SOURCE: News release from Indiana Department of Natural Resources Hunters can now take more Canada geese as a result of a recent increase in bag limits. The daily bag limit for dark geese (Canada geese, white-fronted geese, and brant) is…

May 17, 2021

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Indiana DOR provides additional important information on unemployment income

SOURCE: News release from Indiana Department of Revenue INDIANAPOLIS — Today, the Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) issued additional guidance for Hoosier taxpayers who received unemployment compensation in 2020 and have already filed their state income tax return. Those customers…

May 12, 2021