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Hamilton County lawmakers announce $5k work-based learning scholarships

By Indy Standard | May 31, 2024

Local lawmakers in Hamilton County are urging high school students interested in work-based learning and credentials to apply for a Career Scholarship Account.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Marion County in week ending May 18?

By Indy Standard | May 30, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Marion County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Indy Standard area weekly mass times

By Indy Standard | May 30, 2024

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

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Former Franklin Central High School player Sam Mettert’s collegiate team to play in the NCAA D1 Baseball Championship starting Friday, May 31

By Indy Standard | May 30, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number three seed.

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CJ Richmond, former Park Tudor School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

By Indy Standard | May 30, 2024

First game takes place on Friday, May 31.

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Kyuss Gargett, former Cathedral High School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

By Indy Standard | May 30, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number one seed.

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Former Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School player Andrew Dutkanych IV’s collegiate team to play in the NCAA D1 Baseball Championship starting Friday, May 31

By Indy Standard | May 30, 2024

They open the tournament against Coastal Carolina Chanticleers.

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Kyle Cortner, former Cathedral High School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

By Indy Standard | May 30, 2024

They open the tournament against Illinois Fighting Illini.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Marion County in week ending May 25

By Indy Standard | May 28, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Marion County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

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8.5% of Marion County students played sports on collegiate teams in 2022

By Indy Standard | May 27, 2024

Marion County universities had 8.5% of its student body playing sports on collegiate teams in 2022.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Marion County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending May 25

By Indy Standard | May 26, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Marion County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Senator Todd Young reflects on honoring fallen heroes

By Indy Standard | May 24, 2024

WASHINGTON – The following column by Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) is available for publication:

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Senate Republicans introduce resolution against ATF firearm dealer rule

By Indy Standard | May 23, 2024

U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) has joined Senator John Cornyn (R-Texas) and 43 other Senate Republicans in introducing a joint resolution of disapproval under the Congressional Review Act. The resolution aims to nullify the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives’ rule on the definition of “Engaged in the Business” as a Dealer in Firearms, which they argue contradicts existing law and congressional intent.

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Indianapolis Public Schools honor top teachers for dedication

By Indy Standard | May 23, 2024

Ashley Hogan from Emma Donnan Elementary School and Linda Thomson of Shortridge High School have been recognized as the Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) 2025 Teachers of the Year. The announcement was made during ceremonies at their respective schools, with administrators, staff, and students present.

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Senate committee advances two bipartisan health bills introduced by Sen. Todd Young

By Indy Standard | May 23, 2024

On May 23, 2024, U.S. Senator Todd Young expressed his approval following the passage of two health-related bills by the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions (HELP) Committee. The Congenital Heart Futures Authorization Act and the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Reauthorization Act received bipartisan support.

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IPS Superintendent reflects on 2023-2024 school year

By Indy Standard | May 23, 2024

Indianapolis Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Aleesia Johnson has shared her reflections on the 2023-2024 school year through an end-of-year video message. In this message, she discusses the events of the past year and provides insights into the future of education within the district.

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Young, Padilla introduce bipartisan bills linking biotech advancements with national security

By Indy Standard | May 23, 2024

On May 23, 2024, U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), both commissioners on the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB), introduced a bipartisan package of bills aimed at safeguarding America’s food security and agricultural supply chains, which are deemed critical to national security.

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Senate passes bipartisan bill promoting peaceful resolution in Tibet-China dispute

By Indy Standard | May 23, 2024

On May 23, 2024, the United States Senate unanimously passed the Promoting a Resolution to the Tibet-China Dispute Act. This bipartisan legislation was introduced by U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.) and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) to promote a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict between Tibet and China.

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Senate committee reviews impact of Older Americans Act amid rising costs

By Indy Standard | May 23, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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Seamless admissions program expands across all IPS high schools

By Indy Standard | May 22, 2024

An initiative to simplify the admission process for Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) students applying to Indiana University Indianapolis is expanding. Originally announced last fall, the pilot program offered automatic admission to seniors with a 3.0 GPA or higher from four IPS high schools. Starting in fall 2025, it will include all IPS high schools within the Innovation Network.