Indiana Department of Revenue outlines major July 1 Tax Legislation changes and upcoming Tax Amnesty

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) has issued an overview of several major tax legislation changes, executive updates, and upcoming compliance programs following…

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USDA makes American children healthier, agriculture stronger with more farm to school investments

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke L. Rollins announced the second cohort of fiscal year (FY) 2026 Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grants, completing the largest ever single-year financial…

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Amplify Bloomington launches Builder’s Room to help local businesses build their own AI tools

BLOOMINGTON — Amplify Bloomington, in partnership with the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce, today announced the launch of Builder’s Room, a free six-week program that…

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USDA accepts 2.2 million acres through 2026 Conservation Reserve Program enrollment to benefit natural resources, ag operations

WASHINGTON, D.C. â€“ The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting 2.2 million acres into the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) for 2026. Through CRP, USDA’s Farm…

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IDEM forecasts Air Quality Action Day for Wednesday in Northwest Indiana

INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has forecast an Air Quality Action Day (AQAD) for Wednesday, July 8, 2026, in Northwest Indiana. Ozone levels…

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City of Bloomington awards $76,000 to 47 local arts projects

BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington has awarded $76,000 in Arts Project Grants to a variety of artists, arts organizations, and community groups. The recipients…

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Lawrence County Redevelopment Commission to discuss infrastructure and Shell Building strategy

BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Redevelopment Commission is scheduled to convene this Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. to address a variety of economic…

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Governor Braun provides small businesses with tools to plan for the future in partnership with Indiana Chamber

INDIANA – Governor Mike Braun is keeping small businesses anchored in Indiana by providing them with tools for succession planning. Braun’s Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation…

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Rep. May highlights new state laws taking effect

STATEHOUSE – Following the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session, State Rep. Chris May (R-Bedford) is highlighting new laws that took effect July 1. These new…

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As federal ban expires, Indiana lawmakers continue to block Medicaid coverage for Planned Parenthood patients

INDIANAPOLIS – The one-year federal ban that blocked Medicaid patients from using their insurance at Planned Parenthood has expired, restoring patients’ freedom to choose Planned Parenthood…

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