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Young, Colleagues Introduce Comprehensive Regulatory, Permitting Reform Legislation
U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), and 37 senators recently introduced the Simplify Timelines and Assure Regulatory Transparency (START) Act. The bill would allow for comprehensive federal regulatory permitting and project review reform. “Permitting delays, regulatory inefficiencies, and red tape are…
Read MorePublisher of The Times Tabbed Among Top Media Professionals
By JOHN O. MARLOWEFor The TimesWhen the doors to Sagamore News Media opened almost 20 years ago, publisher Tim Timmons had a sign above his door. It was a quote from the auto racing industry that simply read, we don’t show up at a race to lose. One might read that and consider it cocky.…
Read MoreDaily Almanac: Sept. 13, 2022
Sunrise/Sunset: RISE: 7:23 a.m. SET: 7:55 p.m. High/Low Temperatures: High: 74 °F Low: 56 °F Today is…: • Bald is Beautiful Day • National Peanut Day • Programmers Day What Happened On This Day: • 1899 First recorded automobile fatality in the US takes place • 1971 State police and National Guardsmen storm New York’s…
Read MoreLocal Housing Market Down From Last Year
August home sales decreased slightly in central Indiana as sale prices and available inventory continue to trend upward. The August residential real estate market in both Hamilton County and Noblesville was quieter, with fewer homes sold and prices continuing to increase. In August, pended home sales were down 16.4 percent in Hamilton County compared to…
Read MoreNoblesville Schools Earns National Distinction for Protecting Student Data
CoSN yesterday awarded the Trusted Learning Environment (TLE) Seal to Noblesville Schools in Indiana. This is the second district in the state to earn the TLE Seal, a national distinction awarded to school districts that demonstrate a tangible commitment to protecting student data through modern, rigorous policies and practices. The CoSN TLE Seal Program is…
Read MoreHoosier Farmers Help Keep Rural Communities Viable
Keeping rural communities thriving, even as more people migrate to suburban and urban centers, has always been a priority for Indiana Farm Bureau. As the largest general farm organization in the state, INFB has a presence in all 92 counties, making it possible to assist farmers and others involved in agriculture where they live and…
Read MoreIndiana Schools to Compete for $1K Grant from Colts, American Heart Association
With the start of the National Football League (NFL) season, schools in Indiana will have the opportunity to compete for a $1,000 grant from the American Heart Association and Indianapolis Colts as part of the NFL Play 60 program and this year’s Race to Super Bowl LVII activation. From Sept. 26 to Oct. 26, students…
Read MoreState of Indiana Wins Legal Settlement with Nevada Company Over Alleged Deceptive Emails
After filing a lawsuit over alleged misconduct, the state of Indiana has secured an agreement from a Nevada-based company to cease solicitations to Indiana public employees. Under the agreement, PERA admits to no wrongdoing — but it relinquishes its ability for seven years to solicit, sell or coordinate appointments, discussions, or other similar communications to…
Read MoreLocal Boarding, Daycare Facility Helps Train Pet Owners on How Best to Recognize Fall Allergies
While fall weather brings fun and excitement for many Central Indiana families, seasonal allergies can become unbearable for humans and Hoosier pets alike. Pet allergies impact the well-being of an entire household, with constant scratching, itching and nasal sneezing distressing both the animals and their owners. Pet allergies present themselves in a different way than…
Read MoreUS Entrepreneurs Come to Indiana to Develop Projects, Increase Cooperation
On Sept. 8-9, the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) hosted entrepreneurship ecosystem builders from around the nation for the Ecosystem Building Leadership Project (EBLP). The project and event was led by InBIA, a global network of incubators, accelerators and other entrepreneurship centers. Seventy participants gathered in Indianapolis to build nine pilot projects and nominate a…
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