RECAP: DAY 1: Senator Banks hosts 5th Annual Northeast Indiana Defense Summit

FORT WAYNE — U.S. Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) welcomed top military leaders, defense industry executives, and technology innovators to Fort Wayne today for the opening…

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Experts reassure retirees: Social Security will not run out of funds despite financial challenges

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Media reports regarding the future solvency of Social Security have raised concerns among retirees, but financial experts and senior advocacy groups emphasize…

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Governor Braun delivers nearly $110 million for local infrastructure upgrades; Lawrence County secures over $1.2 million

INDIANA — Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced nearly $110 million in state matching funds today to upgrade infrastructure across 346 Indiana cities, towns, and counties,…

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Call for proposals: 2027 IU Rural Conference scheduled for May 17–18 in French Lick

BLOOMINGTON — The Indiana University Center for Rural Engagement has officially opened its call for presentation proposals for the 2027 IU Rural Conference. The annual…

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Indiana State Police now accepting applications for 93rd Recruit Academy

INDIANA — The Indiana State Police (ISP) announced today that it is now accepting applications for traditional applicants for the upcoming 93rd Recruit Academy. Individuals…

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Indiana unveils medical frailty exception to upcoming HIP work requirements

INDIANA — Indiana health officials have revealed how the state plans to define and enforce an updated “medical frailty” exemption ahead of new work requirements…

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Governor Braun honors Schimpff’s Confectionery owners with state’s highest tourism award

INDIANA – Indiana Governor Mike Braun today honored Jill and Warren Schimpff, 4th-generation owners of Schimpff’s Confectionery in Jeffersonville, as the 2026 recipients of the Will…

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Indiana Rural Summit Coalition members creating competitive districts 

UNIONVILLE – The Indiana Rural Summit has 67 state legislative candidates on the ballot this General Election, marking a major shift in rural Indiana politics….

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Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith’s Faith-Based Institutions initiative brought in over $1.8 million in flood relief to Indiana

CONNERSVILLE — Indiana communities recovering from recent devastating flooding have received more than $1.8 million in relief assistance thanks to an interstate partnership spearheaded by…

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FDA assigns Class II risk level to popular plant-based butter recall over E. coli, mold concerns

INDIANA — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has escalated a nationwide recall involving a popular brand of plant-based butter, assigning it a Class…

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