Government
REAL ID deadline fast approaching: Indiana residents need compliant identification by May 7
INDIANA– Time is running out for Indiana residents to obtain a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or identification card. The federal REAL ID Act will go…
Lt. Governor Micah Beckwith hosts roundtable to advance faith-based initiatives
TERRE HAUTE— Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith recently held a roundtable discussion in Terre Haute, continuing his statewide faith-based initiative to unite faith leaders. This ongoing…
Cement Plant Road bridge replacement Sparks resident concerns over design
BEDFORD – Lawrence County Commissioners heard concerns Tuesday morning regarding an upcoming bridge replacement project on Cement Plant Road over Leatherwood Creek. While the project…
Lawrence County Commissioners take early steps toward government transparency with purchase of live streaming equipment
BEDFORD– In anticipation of a new state law mandating the live streaming of public meetings, the Lawrence County Commissioners took proactive steps towards greater government…
Republican Governors thank President Trump for supporting Senate amendment to House Budget
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Republican governors sent a joint letter to President Trump thanking him for his support of the Senate’s amendment to the House Budget…
Nikeshia Fomby appointed to lead Public Engagement for Bloomington, expanding resident voice in city government
BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington has appointed Nikeshia Fomby, MBA, as its new Public Engagement Director, effective today. Fomby brings over two decades of experience…
Lawrence County roads closed due to flooding; Officials urge motorists to respect barricades
BEDFORD—Highway Superintendent Brian Sowder says several county roads in Lawrence County have been closed due to widespread flooding. In a statement released this morning, Sowder…
Indiana chosen for Nuclear Energy Planning by U.S. DOE, NGA
INDIANA—Indiana will expand its focus on leadership in advanced nuclear energy by hosting an in-state retreat to enhance nuclear energy education and engagement. The state…
Local farming organizations awarded funding to support food chain resiliency
INDIANA – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced it has partnered with the Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) to award $6,714,042 for…
Senator Eric Koch’s Williams Dam legislation signed by governor
STATEHOUSE— Gov. Mike Braun recently signed into law a bill authored by State Sen. Eric Koch (R-Bedford) to protect Williams Dam. Senate Enrolled Act 426 prohibits the Williams Dam…
