Archive for February 2023
Tensions Rise at Statehouse Over Bill Targeting ‘Harmful’ Library Materials for Minors
By Casey Smith Tensions rose at the Indiana Statehouse Wednesday after a bill targeting materials deemed “harmful to minors” in school libraries was rolled back — and then amended again — in committee. Language in the original version of the bill, authored by Sen. Jim Tomes, R-Wadesville, sought to remove “educational purposes” as a reason…
Read MoreAdult Learners, Indiana Employers Honored at 2023 Adult Education Day at the Statehouse
Recently, the Indiana Department of Workforce Development and the Indiana Association for Adult and Continuing Education honored Hoosier adult learners and Indiana employers at the 2023 Adult Education Day ceremony, held at the Indiana Statehouse. “DWD is assisting individuals by continuously providing opportunities to increase their knowledge, skills and abilities through various programs and services…
Read MoreBill Bringing Voter ID to Mail-In Ballot Applications Advances
By Leslie Bonilla Muñiz A Republican-led House committee on Wednesday approved a heavily amended bill adding voter identification requirements to mail-in ballot applications, among other restrictions. Proponents said the legislation would boost election confidence and push in-person voting, while opponents said it could lead to confusion and disenfranchisement for Hoosier voters. “The desired intent of…
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Chris Hacker is Living His Dream
‘18 NHS grad, 1 Hand On theWheel, to Race Daytona TruckSeries Friday Night Before 500 I remember the afternoon that I met young race car driver Chris Hacker 10 years ago at Anderson Speedway. The 13-year-old, an eighth-grader at Noblesville Middle School, was putting on his helmet, sliding into his racecar and taking a few…
Read MoreDaily Almanac: Feb. 16, 2023
Sunrise/Sunset: RISE: 7:35 a.m.SET: 6:20 p.m. High/Low Temperatures: HIGH: 64 °FLOW: 45 °F Today is…: • Fat Thursday• Kyoto Protocol Day• Tim Tam Day What Happened On This Day: • 1900 The Southern Cross expedition led by Carsten Borchgrevink achieved a new Farthest South of 78° 50’S, making the first landing at the Great Ice…
Read MoreGoodrich’s Bill for Robotics Funding Advances in Indiana House
The Indiana House of Representatives on Tuesday voted unanimously to advance State Rep. Chuck Goodrich’s (R-Noblesville) bill to expand opportunities for Hoosier students to learn about the growing field of robotics. Goodrich, a member of the House Education Committee, said House Bill 1382 would create a grant program for Hoosier schools to establish their own…
Read MoreBicentennial Commission Now Selling Merchandise
The Hamilton County Bicentennial Commission has several items available for sale online to celebrate the county’s 200th anniversary. Alongside local partner Marketpro, Inc, the Bicentennial is selling apparel, drinkware, and other items. Some of the swag includes t-shirts, quarter-zip sweatshirts, water bottles, and coffee mugs, all featuring the Bicentennial Logo. Some items are more unique,…
Read MoreCarol Louise Albright
November 26, 1961-February 11, 2023 Carol Louise Albright, 61 of Indianapolis, formerly of Carmel, slipped away peacefully at home Feb. 11, 2023 after persevering against cancer for nearly eight years. She was born Nov. 26, 1961, in South Bend to the late Marilyn Sands Albright and Richard O. Albright who survives. The family moved to…
Read MoreJames H. Parks
July 28, 1930-February 12, 2023 James H. Parks, 92, of Carmel, IN, passed away peacefully on Feb. 12, 2023. He was born in Holt County, NE on July 28, 1930. After graduating from Page High School, he joined the Air Force in 1950. While stationed in Spokane, WA, he met Theresa Manning. They married in…
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