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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Marion County in week ending Mar. 30?

By Indy Standard | Mar 31, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Marion County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Indy Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 1?

By Indy Standard | Mar 31, 2024

These former Indy Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 1.

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Indy Standard area weekly mass times

By Indy Standard | Mar 30, 2024

The following parishes in the Indy Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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On Friday, March 29 former Perry Meridian High School Jayden Taylor competed in hopes to reach NCAA Division I Basketball Championship

By Indy Standard | Mar 30, 2024

The North Carolina State Wolfpack won 67-58.

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Senator Braun sends letter to Ginnie Mae on Reverse Mortgage Failure

By Indy Standard | Mar 29, 2024

WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Mike Braun has taken action by sending a letter to Alanna McCargo, the Acting President of the Government National Mortgage Association ("Ginnie Mae"), to address the challenges arising in HUD's Home Equity Conversion Mortgage Program. The program, commonly known as the reverse mortgage program, has faced difficulties due to the bankruptcy of a key company, prompting concerns about the financial security of seniors.Senator Braun, in his letter, expressed his concerns about the impact of recent failures on older homeowners, stating, "Reverse...

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How many companies in cities in Marion County received FDA inspections in 2023?

By Indy Standard | Mar 28, 2024

There were 23 companies in cities associated with Marion County that received 23 FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Senator Braun Announces GAO Audit to Uncover Medicare Fraud

By Indy Standard | Mar 28, 2024

Senator Mike Braun, during an appearance on Fox Business, revealed that the Government Accountability Office (GAO) has accepted his request to audit Medicare in light of recent reports on Medicare fraud. Braun expressed his frustration at the inefficiency and rampant fraud within the system, stating, “Listen to this, $2.7 billion a year on urinary catheters. Part of $60 billion a year and the Medicare trust fund goes broke in four years. The ineptitude of these agencies and the amount of waste and fraud is unbelievable.”In addition to the audit announcement, Senator Braun...

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Total solar eclipse on April 8 prompts school closures in Indianapolis

By Indy Standard | Mar 28, 2024

On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will be visible across North America, including Indianapolis. This event occurs when the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun, blocking the Sun's light and casting a shadow on Earth. Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) will close to allow families to witness this event. Families attending Innovation Network Schools should verify closure details with their specific schools as schedules may differ from the main district calendar.

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Marion County Nursing Homes: Who’s behind Wildwood Healthcare Center?

By Indy Standard | Mar 27, 2024

Owned by Hancock Regional Hospital since Jan. 1, 2014, Wildwood Healthcare Center had an overall rating of two in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Marion County in week ending Mar. 23?

By Indy Standard | Mar 26, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Marion County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 23, according to GasBuddy.com.

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IU Health fellowship recognized for excellence in educational collaboration

By Indy Standard | Mar 26, 2024

The Indiana University Health (IU Health) High School Fellowship with Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) has been recognized by the Carnegie Corporation of New York as one of ten exemplary initiatives in education. This recognition comes with a $200,000 grant from the Profiles in Collective Leadership initiative, which supports collaborations that educate youth and bolster the workforce.

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Westside Retirement Village: 1-star nursing home in Marion County

By Indy Standard | Mar 26, 2024

Owned by Hendricks County Hospital since Aug. 1, 2018, Westside Retirement Village had an overall rating of one in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Westpark a Waters Community, a for-profit facility, had a rating of 1 in Q4 2023

By Indy Standard | Mar 25, 2024

Owned by Michael Blisko since June 1, 2014, Westpark a Waters Community had an overall rating of one in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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IPS receives grant to boost student college enrollment

By Indy Standard | Mar 25, 2024

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is one of six school districts in Marion County awarded planning grants aimed at boosting college enrollment. These grants are part of the College Matters initiative by the Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation.

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North Central High School standout Meg Newman’s collegiate team lost game in NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament on Sunday, March 24

By Indy Standard | Mar 25, 2024

Their team entered the tournament as a 8 seed.

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Who owned Westminster Village North in Q4 2023?

By Indy Standard | Mar 24, 2024

Owned by Hancock Regional Hospital since Feb. 1, 2012, Westminster Village North had an overall rating of three in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Which former Indy Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 25?

By Indy Standard | Mar 24, 2024

These former Indy Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 25.

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Xavier Booker, former Cathedral High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Saturday, March 23 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By Indy Standard | Mar 24, 2024

The Michigan State Spartans lost 85-69.

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Decatur Central High School standout Ajulu Thatha’s collegiate team lost game in NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament on Saturday, March 23

By Indy Standard | Mar 24, 2024

The game took place in Bloomington, Indiana.

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On Saturday, March 23 former Perry Meridian High School Jayden Taylor competed in hopes to reach NCAA Division I Basketball Championship

By Indy Standard | Mar 24, 2024

The game took place in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.