Government
Senator Banks introduces bill to block US tech from fueling China’s military
WASHINGTON, D.C -Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Preventing PLA Acquisition of U.S. Technology Act. The bill prohibits U.S. government agencies, federally funded universities, and private companies receiving federal…
City of Bloomington launches branding initiative to drive future growth
BLOOMINGTON– The City of Bloomington has launched a city and place branding initiative in partnership with CivicBrand, an agency that collaborates with cities, districts, and place-based…
Senator Banks introduces legislation to expand classical learning test to service academies, federal schools
WASHINGTON, D.C – Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Promote Classical Learning Act. The bill requires U.S. military service academies to accept the CLT, the SAT, and…
Egg prices see largest monthly drop since 1984, further decline expected
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a significant reversal of recent trends, egg prices in the United States experienced a dramatic 12.7% decline last month, according to…
Bartholomew County bridge over Flat Rock River closed indefinitely due to severe rust
BARTHOLOMEW CO. – A Bartholomew County bridge spanning the Flat Rock River has been closed indefinitely due to severe structural concerns. Bartholomew County Highway Engineer…
Working mothers and fathers taking parental leave on the rise, Census Bureau reports
WASHINGTON D.C. – A new report from the U.S. Census Bureau highlights significant shifts in parental leave and employment patterns over the past half-century. The…
State warns of phishing emails claiming “TxTag Account Suspension,” contractor account hacked
INDIANA– Hoosiers are being warned about a wave of spam emails and text messages that began circulating late Monday night, appearing to originate from official…
Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith announces mobile office hours across Indiana
INDIANA – Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith is bringing the statehouse to the people. Beginning this month, the office will launch a series of mobile office hours…
Lawrence County Highway Department is looking for a mechanic
BEDFORD—The Lawrence County Highway Department is currently seeking applications for a mechanic position at its garage facility. This position is open to individuals with basic…
FDA moves to remove concentrated ingestible fluoride for children from market over safety concerns
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced today that it is taking steps to remove concentrated ingestible fluoride prescription drug products…
