Local Government

Governor Mike Braun has held a ceremonial signing for legislation co-sponsored by State Representative Cindy Ledbetter (R-Newburgh) that criminalizes the sale, possession, and use of signal jamming devices in Indiana.

State Rep. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) has recognized a significant rise in third grade literacy rates among Indiana students, based on results from the 2024-2025 Indiana Reading Evaluation and Determination (IREAD)…

Governor Mike Braun has ceremonially signed House Enrolled Act 1253, a bill authored by State Representative Dave Heine of Fort Wayne, aimed at streamlining child care licensing procedures in Indiana.

Gov. Mike Braun has signed into law a bill aimed at strengthening privacy protections for consumers who use genetic testing services.

State Rep. Craig Haggard (R-Mooresville) recently took part in the White House State Leadership Conference held in Washington, D.C. The event brought together Indiana’s elected officials and members of the…

Congressman Jefferson Shreve has concluded his ‘Hoosier Heartland Tour,’ during which he visited multiple communities across Indiana’s Sixth District in August.

Congressman Jefferson Shreve posted about touring an Indianapolis emergency department and supporting Congressional action against Chinese fentanyl trafficking in early September 2025.

U.S. Congressman André Carson highlighted workers’ rights for Labor Day, urged action on looming government funding deadlines affecting Medicaid and SNAP, and called for reforms to FEMA as storms threatened…

The following events are scheduled to take place in Marion County this week.

Marion County Local Government Meetings today.

Congressman Jefferson Shreve shared updates between August 29 and September 1, including meetings with Indiana hospital executives about rural healthcare and a message honoring Labor Day workers.

The following events are scheduled to take place in Marion County this month.

Congressman Jefferson Shreve used social media posts dated August 28-29, 2025, to discuss his involvement with highway infrastructure projects and support for Indiana farmers.

Two Posey County farms, the Reibel Farm and the Ritzert Farm, have been recognized with Hoosier Homestead awards for their long-standing family operations.

The Stuart Beehler Farm in St. Joseph County has been recognized with a Hoosier Homestead Centennial Award for its continuous operation since 1889.

U.S. Congressman André Carson shared his views on redistricting efforts and federal cuts to National Parks through social media posts dated August 27-28, 2025.

Congressman Jefferson Shreve shared updates from his meetings with constituents and local businesses between August 25-27, focusing on tax relief legislation and regional economic development initiatives.

Of the 1 H-1B petition filed by an employer classified under the Real Estate and Rental and Leasing industry located across Indy Standard publication area zero was approved in 2024,…

Congressman André Carson posted about honoring voting rights legislation championed by John Lewis on August 24, then shifted focus to advocating for worker protections ahead of Labor Day in posts…

U.S. Congressman André Carson highlighted key legislative issues on social media in August 2025.

Several Wells County farms have been recognized by the state of Indiana with Hoosier Homestead awards.

The Hirschy Farm in Adams County has been recognized with a Hoosier Homestead Centennial Award for its continuous operation since 1924.

The Meyer Farm in Pike County has been recognized with a Hoosier Homestead Centennial Award for maintaining family ownership and operation since 1895.

The Deller Farm in Warrick County has been recognized with a Hoosier Homestead Centennial Award for operating continuously since 1923.