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BOOMER BITS: What to Know About a Career in the Home Healthcare Industry
(StatePoint) Medical professionals, patients and their families are increasingly seeing the value of home care, and the industry is expected to grow. In fact, home health and personal care aide job openings are projected to grow 33% from 2020 to 2030, with experts predicting an estimated 8.2 million job openings in home-based care by 2028.…
Read MoreAsk Rusty – How Can I Access My Social Security as Soon as Possible?
Dear Rusty: I am a few weeks away from my 61st birthday in November 2022. I was wondering how far in advance of my 62nd birthday next year should I file my Social Security benefits paperwork in order to get my first check the same month I turn 62? I usually work a part time…
Read MoreLetter to the Editor: No CRT in Noblesville Schools?
Dear Editor, I attended the School Board Forum on 10/24/22 and was happy to hear all five Noblesville School Board candidates don’t support CRT in the classroom. Sounds familiar. Where have I heard that before? In May 2021, I attended one of the Community meetings on DEI in which the former Superintendent Beth Niedermeyer officially…
Read MoreReader Endorses Misti Ray, Melba Kiser
Dear Editor, I am a Noblesville resident of 23 years with 3 children graduating from Noblesville. I have many good things to say about Noblesville schools. I also have a few experiences to share as we decide on the best leaders for school board. I have asked for transparency in “back to school” information/newsletters to…
Read MoreDaily Almanac: Nov. 3, 2022
Sunrise/Sunset: RISE: 8:15 a.m.SET: 6:39 p.m. High/Low Temperatures: HIGH: 73 °FLOW: 47 °F Today is…: • Cliché Day• International Stout Day• World Jellyfish Day What Happened On This Day: • 1908 William Howard Taft is elected as the 27th U.S. President• 1936 Franklin D. Roosevelt is re-elected as President for first time• 1969 President Richard…
Read MoreDaily Almanac: Nov. 4, 2022
Sunrise/Sunset: RISE: 8:16 a.m.SET: 6:38 p.m. High/Low Temperatures: HIGH: 74 °FLOW: 54 °F Today is…: • Fountain Pen Day• National Candy day• Use Your Common Sense Day What Happened On This Day: • 1924 Nellie Tayloe Ross of Wyoming becomes the first woman elected as governor in the U.S.• 1952 The U.S. government establishes the…
Read MoreUSDA Launches New Loan Assistance Tool to Enhance Equity and Customer Service
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) launched a new online tool to help farmers and ranchers better navigate the farm loan application process. This uniform application process will help to ensure all farm loan applicants receive equal support and have a consistent customer experience with USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) regardless of their individual circumstances.…
Read MoreState Files Enforcement Actions Against Two Alleged Illegal Robocallers
Attorney General Todd Rokita on Tuesday announced the national Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force is enforcing investigative demands sent to two voice service providers over alleged involvement in illegal robocalls. “We’re working every day to protect Hoosiers from these annoying and illegal robocalls,” Rokita said. “That means holding the telecom industry accountable for doing its part…
Read MoreFSSA Announces New Campaign to Support At-Risk Hoosier Youth
The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration’s Division of Mental Health and Addiction is launching a new program to support Hoosier youth in building a stronger sense of self through the Believe in You campaign. The campaign includes resources focusing on specific topics and behaviors that have been identified as risk areas for alcohol and…
Read MoreHunters Asked to Donate Deer to Help the Hungry
Hoosiers Feeding the Hungry is asking for hunters throughout the state to help feed Hoosiers in need this deer season. Founded in 2011, Hoosiers Feeding the Hungry partners with various community members and organizations to get nutritious meat into hunger-relief agencies and into the hands of residents in need. Farmers, hunters, and 4-H members donate…
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