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Longtime Journalist Returns to Indianapolis Recorder as Editor-in-Chief
The Indianapolis Recorder Newspaper, one of the nation’s oldest and most respected Black publications, announced earlier this year the selection of Brandon Perry as its Editor-in-Chief. “Brandon is an amazing journalist whose professional expertise, strong leadership skills, and passion for the community make him the ideal person to serve at the helm of the newsroom,”…
Read MoreLt. Gov. Crouch, IHCDA Announce Changes To “My Community, My Vision” Initiative
Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) today announced the revamp to the My Community, My Vision (MCMV) program, which connects high school students across Indiana to each other and to their neighborhoods, towns, and cities. “Maintaining strong and viable communities is important to the future of Indiana, and…
Read MoreMany Indiana Students Have To Pay For School Lunches Again — Which Could Increase Debt
By Casey Smith After two years of receiving free school lunches, thousands of Hoosier families will have to pay for them again this fall, including at dozens of eligible Indiana schools that could continue offering free food but chose not to. Federal child nutrition waivers were offered as a form of COVID-19 relief starting in…
Read MoreUSDA to Invest $3M in New Organic Transition Initiative
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced details of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) $300 million investment, including with American Rescue Plan funds, in a new Organic Transition Initiative to provide comprehensive support for farmers transitioning to organic production. This initiative will deliver wrap-around technical assistance, including farmer-to-farmer mentoring; provide direct support through conservation financial assistance…
Read MoreWhite River Alliance Announces Fifth Annual Indiana Water Summit, Second Two of Podcast
The White River Alliance (WRA), the premier organization for regional water resource protection in Indiana, is returning in a hybrid manner for the fifth annual Indiana Water Summit Sept. 7-8 as it also prepares to launch season two of the organization’s new podcast series, “The Collective Tap.” The podcast, developed to examine the complex interests…
Read MoreDaily Almanac: Aug. 20, 2022
Sunrise/Sunset: RISE: 7:00 a.m. SET: 8:33 p.m. High/Low Temperatures: High: 83 °F Low: 65 °F Today is…: • Break the Monotony Day • International Homeless Animals’ Day • National Lemonade Day What Happened On This Day: • 1975 Viking 1 is launched by NASA using a Titan launch vehicle • 1988 The Iran-Iraq War comes…
Read MoreBoomer Bits: Ask Rusty – What Are My Wife’s Benefits While I’m Living and as My Widow?
Dear Rusty: I will be 70 in January and my wife will be 65 in February, at which time we will both go on Medicare. I am currently working, and my approximate Social Security benefit will be around $2,900. My wife was a stay-at-home mom and, therefore, has minimal Social Security benefits on her own.…
Read MoreBoomer Bits: Inflation Reduction Act A Boondoggle of a Bill
by John GrimaldiOne thing the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 will not do is reduce inflation. According to Dr. Kevin Roberts, Ph.D., president of The Heritage Foundation, it is a “boondoggle of a bill” that will have a decidedly negative financial impact on seniors, working class, and middle-class families. In an interview on the Better…
Read MoreBoomer Bits – Rokita: Beware of After-Effects of Identity Theft
The state is warning Hoosiers of the risk of identity theft victims developing a range of mental illnesses after scammers target and steal their hard-earned money. Identity theft is a constant threat to all Americans. In 2020, nearly 50 percent of the country was financially harmed by identity theft, according to a study done by…
Read MoreCounty Fair Talent Winners to Compete at Indiana State Fair
Winners of the Senior Division of the Hamilton County 4-H Fair Talent Show winners will compete this weekend at the Indiana State Fair. Peter Fulton, 20, Fishers, the county’s Senior Division Vocal Solo champion, will sing “Heaven’s Light” from “Hunchback of Notre Dame.” Laura Wertz, 19, Noblesville, the county’s Senior Division Vocal Solo reserve champion,…
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