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Wellbrooke of Avon was one of the nine non-profit facility nursing homes in Marion County, Indiana in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of three.

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Indy Standard area weekly mass times

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

Jarron Coleman, former Cathedral High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Friday, March 22 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

Their team entered the tournament as a 8 seed.

On Friday, March 22, former North Central High School Meg Newman collegiate team won in the NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament

The Alabama Crimson Tide won 82-74.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Marion County in week ending Mar. 16?

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Marion County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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

Washington Healthcare Center was one of the nine non-profit facility nursing homes in Marion County, Indiana in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of two.

Census Bureau: 75.2% of people in Marion County were old enough to vote in 2021

Of the 969,542 citizens living in Marion County in 2021, 75.2% were old enough to vote, equating to 728,632 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

Braun, Baldwin lead bipartisan bill to ease barriers to farmland ownership for next generation

U.S. Senators Mike Braun and Tammy Baldwin have introduced the bipartisan Farm Transition Act of 2024 aimed at breaking down barriers to farming and agricultural land ownership, providing opportunities for the next generation of farmers and ranchers. Senator Braun emphasized the importance of securing America's food security, stating, "A lot of farms are going to go up for sale and we need to make sure that America isn’t bought up acre by acre by foreign competitors." Senator Baldwin echoed this sentiment, highlighting the significance of Wisconsin's farmland and the need...

Ranking Member Braun Presses SSA on E-Signatures for Beneficiaries

WASHINGTON – Ranking Member Braun pressed Social Security Administrator Martin O’Malley on the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) electronic signature response at the Aging Committee hearing on Wednesday. In December, Ranking Member Braun and Chairman Casey wrote a letter to the SSA on the lack of compliance with congressional and executive direction to allow e-signatures for beneficiaries.E-signatures, as highlighted by Ranking Member Braun, allow seniors and people with disabilities to sign forms electronically, without having to print the form and physically take...

Bipartisan bill seeks to evaluate U.S.-China economic ties' security risks

U.S. Senators Todd Young, Mitt Romney, Catherine Cortez Masto, James Lankford, Sherrod Brown, and John Cornyn have introduced a bipartisan bill titled the American Economic Independence Act.

Updated CDC guidelines remove mandatory isolation for COVID-19 positive cases

On March 1, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its guidelines regarding precautions for respiratory viruses. The new recommendations are designed to prevent the spread of illnesses more effectively. Both the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) and Marion County Public Health Department (MCPHD) have adopted these changes, which Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) has also implemented.

Senators Braun, Cassidy, and Manchin Introduce Legislation to Protect Social Security

U.S. Senators Mike Braun, Bill Cassidy, M.D., and Joe Manchin have teamed up to introduce the Save Our Seniors Act, aimed at safeguarding the long-term solvency of Social Security. The bill proposes that the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) includes a more realistic projection of the program's financial health in its annual ten-year economic outlook.Senator Mike Braun emphasized the urgency of the situation, stating, “Every American needs to know the facts about our nation’s dire financial situation. Social Security trust fund is on the way to going bust, and...

Technical issues disrupt IPS board action session video stream

During the March IPS Board Action Session, technical difficulties affected the video live stream. The meeting's audio is available for listening, and all documents and presentations can be reviewed through provided links.

Xavier Booker, former Cathedral High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Thursday, March 21 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

The game took place in Charlotte, North Carolina.

On Thursday, March 21, former Ben Davis High School Jalen Windham collegiate team lost in the NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament

The game took place in Omaha, Nebraska.

On Thursday, March 21 former Perry Meridian High School Jayden Taylor competed in hopes to reach NCAA Division I Basketball Championship

Their team entered the tournament as a 11 seed.

University Heights Health and Living Community: 3-star nursing home in Marion County

University Heights Health and Living Community was one of the 24 for-profit facility nursing homes in Marion County, Indiana in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of three.

Ranking Member Braun Voices Concerns at Social Security Hearing

Ranking Member Mike Braun expressed serious concerns during the Social Security Hearing regarding the current state of Social Security services for older adults and individuals with disabilities. Braun highlighted the pressing issues faced by beneficiaries and their families, emphasizing the need for immediate action to address the challenges.Braun pointed out the significant customer service crisis within the Social Security Administration, noting the billions of dollars lost in overpayments and the distressing delays and backlogs impacting individuals in need. He...

Indianapolis Public Schools increases number of ENERGY STAR certified buildings

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) has announced that 17 of its buildings have achieved the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's ENERGY STAR Certification, recognizing them as some of the most energy-efficient structures in the country. This marks an increase from 10 buildings certified in 2023. To receive or maintain this certification, buildings must rank in the top 25 percent nationwide for energy efficiency and meet ventilation standards.

Senator Young honors 70th anniversary of historic 'Milan Miracle' basketball victory