Government
Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith to Speak at Property Tax Rally at the Statehouse on March 17
INDIANAPOLIS—Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith has confirmed that he will attend and speak at a Property Tax Rally at the Indiana Statehouse on Monday, March 17,…
Governor Braun signs executive orders on reducing over-regulation and creating opportunity while protecting our environment
INDIANAPOLIS— Governor Mike Braun signed two executive orders on environmental policy focused on preserving Indiana’s abundant natural resources while fostering growth. Executive Order 25-38: Creating…
Senators Banks, Padilla introduce bipartisan Tyler’s Law to fight fentanyl crisis
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, Senators Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) introduced Tyler’s Law, which directs the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services…
Senator Jim Banks introduces bill to ban pension investments in adversarial countries
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Protecting Americans’ Retirement Savings Act. The bill prohibits ERISA-covered retirement plans from investing in companies based in…
U.S. Department of Education announces major workforce reduction
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Education is undergoing a significant workforce reduction, with nearly 50% of its staff being cut. This move comes as…
Shoals to bridge digital divide with public hotspots
SHOALS – Shoals has secured a $26,500 grant from Regional Opportunity Initiatives (ROI) to establish public internet hotspots, addressing the digital divide for underserved residents….
Senator Banks introduces bill to make workforce development programs more efficient
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Prioritizing Evidence for Workforce Development Act. The bill amends the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)…
Pleasant Run VFD seeks funding for vital safety equipment
LAWRENCE CO.– Volunteer fire departments are the backbone of community safety, protecting 87% of communities nationwide. These dedicated volunteers, representing 65% of the country’s firefighting…
Lawrence County to replace cornerstones damaged by 16th Street water main break
BEDFORD— Lawrence County will take steps to restore property markers damaged during a major water main break on 16th Street in June 2024. The County…
Lawrence County Highway crews busy preparing for paving season
BEDFORD— Lawrence County residents can expect increased activity from highway crews as the county gears up for the upcoming paving season. Lawrence County Highway Director Brian…
