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State funding boosts local school safety initiatives

By Indy Standard | Sep 6, 2024

Schools in Vermillion and Parke counties have received over $203,400 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, supported by State Representative Alan Morrison (R-Brazil).

Local schools receive state funding boost for safety upgrades

By Indy Standard | Sep 6, 2024

Clay Community Schools have received $81,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, supported by area lawmakers.

Zimmerman proposes renaming bridge for fallen Marine from Jennings County

By Indy Standard | Sep 6, 2024

State Rep. Alex Zimmerman (R-North Vernon) has proposed renaming a local bridge over the Muscatatuck River in honor of U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jacky Ray Koenig Jr. of North Vernon. The proposal was presented during the Interim Study Committee on Roads and Transportation.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Marion County in week ending Aug. 31?

By Indy Standard | Sep 6, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Marion County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

IPS receives $1.5 million grant for Arsenal Tech's college enrollment initiative

By Indy Standard | Sep 6, 2024

The Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation has awarded the Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) Foundation a $1.5 million grant to support college-enrollment initiatives at Arsenal Tech High School, as part of the district’s “College Matters: Reversing the Trend” proposal.

Washington Irving Neighborhood School receives $5,000 gift from New Burlington Store

By Indy Standard | Sep 6, 2024

Burlington Stores, a national discount retailer, has donated $5,000 through its partnership with the non-profit organization AdoptAClassroom.org to Washington Irving Neighborhood School. The donation marks the celebration of Burlington's new store at 110 W. Washington St.

Wayne County schools receive state funding boost for safety upgrades

By Indy Standard | Sep 6, 2024

Wayne County schools have received over $279,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, supported by State Representative Brad Barrett (R-Richmond).

Indiana allocates over $30K to Brown County School Corp. for safety upgrades

By Indy Standard | Sep 6, 2024

Brown County School Corp. has been awarded over $30,800 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, supported by State Representative Dave Hall (R-Norman).

Indiana allocates over $255K for local school safety upgrades

By Indy Standard | Sep 6, 2024

Local schools have received over $255,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, supported by State Representative Chris May (R-Bedford).

Monroe County receives over $313K for school safety upgrades

By Indy Standard | Sep 6, 2024

Monroe County schools recently received more than $313,600 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, supported by area lawmakers.

Rep. Prescott proposes renaming bridge after fallen marine

By Indy Standard | Sep 6, 2024

State Rep. J.D. Prescott (R-Union City) recently presented a proposal to rename a bridge on SR 67 after fallen Lance Cpl. Andrew Whitacre during the Interim Study Committee on Roads and Transportation meeting.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E85 gas in cities in Marion County in week ending Aug. 31?

By Indy Standard | Sep 6, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Marion County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

IPS receives grant from Butler University for comprehensive counseling program

By Indy Standard | Sep 5, 2024

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is set to launch a comprehensive counseling program aimed at addressing the social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs of students, thanks to a financial boost from Butler University. The district’s Postsecondary Readiness Department has been awarded a $100,000 Comprehensive School Health Initiative Grant from Butler University to fund the project titled “Rebuilding Stronger: Expanding Comprehensive School Counseling Programming in Indianapolis Public Schools.”