Archive for April 2023
Ban on Taxpayer-Funded Gender-Affirming Surgery For Indiana Inmates Heads To Governor
By: Leslie Bonilla Muniz and Casey Smith A bill to ban state and federal dollars from being used to provide Indiana inmates with gender-affirming sexual reassignment surgery advanced to the governor’s desk Thursday. Senators voted 38-9 to move House Bill 1569, which restricts the Indiana Department of Correction (DOC) from paying for an offender’s reassignment…
Read MoreStepStone Family & Youth Services of Indiana Plants Pinwheels For Prevention To Raise Awareness Of National Child Abuse Prevention Month
This April, in recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, StepStone Family & Youth Services of Indiana is planting a garden of more than 36 blue pinwheels outside “Growing Minds” in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Through the initiative, StepStone hopes to raise awareness about preventing child abuse and neglect and providing children with a safe, loving…
Read MoreBudget, Housing Testimony Seeks More For The Poorest Hoosiers
By: Whitney Downard The Senate committee responsible for drafting the state’s budget heard over four hours of public testimony Thursday, as leaders negotiate how to spend more than $43.3 billion over the next two years. The House version of the budget included an unprecedented increase in education vouchers, which amounts to roughly a third of…
Read MoreWellfield Botanic Gardens Voted America’s 142nd Must-See Public Garden
Public and botanical gardens are a beloved part of many communities across the US. These outdoor spaces offer a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, providing visitors with a chance to connect with nature and enjoy the beauty of various plant species. From lush gardens featuring vibrant flowers and towering trees,…
Read MoreSpring Break Travel Continues, Early Morning Flights Busiest Time
The Indianapolis Airport Authority anticipates more than 110,000 passengers will travel through the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) over the next week as spring break travel continues for Indiana schools and universities. According to TSA officials, approximately 18,000 passengers per day are anticipated to move through the Indy airport security checkpoints. Wednesday through Saturday are the…
Read MoreSpring In Fishers Features Fun For All Ages
Spring is right around the corner, and the City of Fishers and Fishers Parks are gearing up for a season of outdoor adventures and favorite community traditions. The spring event and programming lineup includes: Fishers City Hall & Arts Center Beam Signing Beam available to sign now | North of construction site at 1 Municipal…
Read MoreRiverview Health Announces New President And CEO
The Riverview Health Board of Trustees announced that after conducting a thorough and extensive search, they will appoint Dave Hyatt as the new president and CEO. “We’re excited to name Dave Hyatt as our president and CEO,” said Greg Murray, Riverview Health Board of Trustees chairman. “As Hamilton County continues to experience rapid growth, Riverview…
Read MoreBurlin Chadwell Ewing
October 18, 1931, Sunday, March 26, 2023 Burlin Chadwell Ewing passed from this life into the loving arms of Jesus on March 26, 2023, at 6:02 pm. at his home in Sheridan, surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 18, 1931, in Lee County Virginia, and was the second son of the late…
Read MoreSmile
Patrick Cronin is a band teacher at Sheridan High School. Music is at the forefront of his life through his career and music-oriented family. Mr. Cronin almost always has a smile on his face and is a bright light in the lives of his students. He says that while he is naturally happy most of…
Read MoreSuicidal Veterans Need Our Help
By John Grimaldi As President Calvin Coolidge put it, “the nation which forgets its defenders will be itself forgotten.” It’s why we take the time to remember the selfless sacrifices of our soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines on Veterans Day. But is one day of remembrance in November enough of a commemoration. Not only have…
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