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Association of Equipment Manufacturers launches “The Makers” campaign, spotlighting US equipment manufacturing workers
November 13, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has launched a new campaign, “The Makers,” to shine a light on the 2.3 million Americans who design and build the equipment t...
The importance of family traditions
November 13, 2025
INDIANA – In today’s busy world, families are often pulled in many directions with work, school, sports, and endless to-do lists. It’s easy to feel disconnected from one another, even while...
FSSA announces major reform for autism therapy in Indiana to ensure quality and sustainability
November 13, 2025
INDIANA – The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) today announced a comprehensive set of recommendations from its Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Working Group, signaling a sig...
Indiana rallies for grieving children: Task force pushes awareness on Nov. 20
November 13, 2025
INDIANA – As thousands of Indiana children cope with the often “silent and unseen” grief following the death of a parent, sibling, or loved one, the state is preparing to observe Childr...
Firefighters urge homeowners: Clean your chimney yearly to prevent deadly fires
November 13, 2025
LAWRENCE CO. — As temperatures drop and homeowners prepare to ignite their wood-burning stoves and fireplaces, local firefighters are issuing a critical safety warning: clean your chimney every yea...
Indiana deer collisions spike, costing drivers over $103 million in 2023
November 13, 2025
INDIANA — The total number of reported deer-vehicle collisions across Indiana increased significantly in 2023, rising to 16,951 from 15,854 the previous year. This surge in accidents cost drivers a...
Indiana State Police Sellersburg hosting ‘Pack the Cruiser’ food drive
November 13, 2025
SELLERSBURG — The Indiana State Police Post in Sellersburg is once again giving back to the community this holiday season through its annual D45 Food Drive. Troopers are inviting residents to he...
Limestone and Loyalty: Lawrence County businesses defy time
November 13, 2025
LAWRENCE CO. — While the modern startup world sees companies rise and fall in a flash, Lawrence County is home to several businesses and industries that have leveraged the power of longevity and de...
Monroe County Democrats seek delegates for 2026 State Convention
November 13, 2025
BLOOMINGTON— The Monroe County Democratic Party has announced its search for active Democrats to serve as delegates to the 2026 Indiana Democratic State Convention. This presents a key opportunity ...
FSSA announces end of MDwise participation in Indiana Medicaid Programs
November 13, 2025
INDIANA— The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) today announced that MDwise will no longer serve as a managed care health plan for Indiana Medicaid’s Healthy Indiana Plan (...