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News from August 2024

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E85 gas in cities in Marion County in week ending Aug. 10?

By Indy Standard | Aug 16, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Marion County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Marshall County farm receives Hoosier Homestead awards

By Indy Standard | Aug 15, 2024

The Stuntz-Bollenbacher Farm in Marshall County has recently been honored with Hoosier Homestead centennial and sesquicentennial awards for its continuous operation since 1869, as announced by State Rep. Jack Jordan (R-Bremen) and State Sen. Ryan Mishler (R-Mishawaka).

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State honors Fulton County farms with Hoosier Homestead awards

By Indy Standard | Aug 15, 2024

Indiana recently honored local farms owned and operated by the same family for at least 100 years with Hoosier Homestead awards, according to State Rep. Jack Jordan (R-Bremen) and State Sen. Stacey Donato (R-Logansport).

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Kosciusko County farms receive Hoosier Homestead awards

By Indy Standard | Aug 15, 2024

Indiana recently honored local farms owned and operated by the same family for at least 100 years with Hoosier Homestead awards, according to area legislators.

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Michalski Farm receives Hoosier Homestead Centennial Award

By Indy Standard | Aug 15, 2024

The Michalski Farm in St. Joseph County recently received a Hoosier Homestead Centennial Award for being in operation since 1887, according to State Rep. Jake Teshka (R-North Liberty) and State Sen. David Niezgodski (D-South Bend).

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Marion County in week ending Aug. 10?

By Indy Standard | Aug 15, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Marion County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Marion County in week ending Aug. 10?

By Indy Standard | Aug 14, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Marion County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Local Government Meeting today in Marion County

By Indy Standard | Aug 14, 2024

Marion County City Council Meeting starting at 7 pm today — here's what you need to know!

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Huston comments on updated draft for Indiana high school diploma changes

By Indy Standard | Aug 14, 2024

House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) issued a statement following the Indiana Department of Education and Indiana Secretary of Education Dr. Katie Jenner releasing an updated draft of high school diploma changes.

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Indianapolis resident: Eucharistic Congress is a 'rallying call' for young Catholics

By Indy Standard | Aug 13, 2024

Trent Reichley, an Indianapolis resident, said the Eucharistic Congress was a "rallying call" for young Catholics, inspiring them to embrace faith and virtue in a culture increasingly leaning towards hedonism.

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Indiana expands career scholarship accounts for high school students

By Indy Standard | Aug 13, 2024

As a former educator, I know it's becoming more common for Hoosier high school students to look for training options and careers outside of obtaining a traditional college degree. So how do we make sure they're prepared for the next steps after graduation? Indiana now offers opportunities for these students to obtain real-world experiences while still in school with the help of a Career Scholarship Account.

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Senators introduce bill targeting Biden's energy efficiency mandate

By Indy Standard | Aug 13, 2024

U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Mike Braun (R-Ind.) recently introduced the HOUSE Act, legislation aimed at repealing a Biden Administration mandate related to energy standards that would significantly increase the cost of certain new homes.

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Indiana legislators promote Education Scholarship Account for students with disabilities

By Indy Standard | Aug 13, 2024

Vigo County lawmakers are urging families with students who have disabilities to apply for Indiana's Education Scholarship Account (ESA) before the September 1 deadline.

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NCAA invests $25K into IPS middle school athletes on 25th anniversary

By Indy Standard | Aug 13, 2024

As the NCAA celebrates its 25th anniversary in Indianapolis, the organization is marking this milestone with a significant $25,000 investment in Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS). This contribution will support nearly 1,000 middle school student-athletes across IPS middle schools during the 2024-25 school year. The funds will be directed towards implementing social and emotional learning (SEL) workshops designed to foster a sense of belonging, enhance self-confidence, and improve retention rates in both school and athletic programs.

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Rep. Borders urges application for Education Scholarship Account by Sept. 1

By Indy Standard | Aug 13, 2024

State Rep. Bruce Borders (R-Jasonville) is urging families with students who have disabilities to apply for Indiana's Education Scholarship Account before the September 1 deadline.

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Government event this week in Marion County: Aug. 11-17

By Indy Standard | Aug 12, 2024

The following event is scheduled to take place in Marion County this week.

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Young praises committee's approval of Healthcare Cybersecurity Act

By Indy Standard | Aug 12, 2024

U.S. Senator Todd Young has commended the passage of the Healthcare Cybersecurity Act by the U.S. Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee earlier this month. The bipartisan legislation, introduced by Senator Young alongside Senator Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), aims to enhance cybersecurity measures within the healthcare sector.

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Olympic-themed PE classes launched by Indianapolis Public Schools

By Indy Standard | Aug 12, 2024

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) has introduced a dynamic approach to physical education by incorporating an Olympic Games-inspired theme into the first few weeks of the curriculum.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Marion County in week ending Aug. 3?

By Indy Standard | Aug 12, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Marion County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 3, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Family & kids events this week in Marion County: Aug. 11-17

By Indy Standard | Aug 11, 2024

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in Marion County this week.