Indy Standard

U.S. Senators Todd Young (R-Ind.), John Thune (R-S.D.), and a group of Republican senators have sent a letter to Vice President Kamala Harris regarding the alleged mismanagement of federal broadband initiatives. In 2021, President Biden tasked the Vice President with leading the Administration’s effort to expand broadband services to rural, unserved communities. The $42 billion Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program has yet to connect a single person to the internet.

Bartholomew County schools receive over $251K for safety upgrades

Bartholomew County schools have received over $251,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, with support from local legislators.

Local schools receive over $450K from state for safety upgrades

Local schools have recently received over $450,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, supported by area lawmakers.

Boone County schools receive state funding boost for safety upgrades

Boone County schools have received over $267,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, supported by local legislators.

Jackson County schools receive over $281K for state-funded safety upgrades

Jackson County schools have recently been awarded more than $281,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program. This initiative is supported by area lawmakers and forms part of the biennial budget passed in 2023, which made substantial investments in school safety.

Montgomery County schools receive state funding boost for safety upgrades

Montgomery County schools recently received over $112,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, supported by area lawmakers.

State Reps. Zimmerman and Meltzer announce funding boost for Jennings County School Corp

Jennings County School Corp. has been awarded $81,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, supported by State Representatives Alex Zimmerman (R-North Vernon) and Jennifer Meltzer (R-Shelbyville).

Driving safety tips urged as Indiana schools reopen

With kids back to school, Indiana roads are once again occupied by buses carrying thousands of Hoosier students, which means all drivers on the road should be extra cautious. While these buses can slow the flow of traffic, following commonsense driver safety tips can ensure you and our students arrive home safely.

IPS introduces pickleball program in partnership with local clubs

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is introducing students to the rapidly growing sport of pickleball, thanks to a collaboration with the Indianapolis Pickleball Club (IPC) and Vamos Pickleball.

Rush County schools receive $81K grant for safety upgrades

Rush County schools have received $81,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, supported by State Representatives Cory Criswell (R-Middletown) and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville).

Indiana schools receive over $329K for safety upgrades

Local schools received more than $329,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, supported by State Rep. Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville).

Local school receives state funding boost for safety upgrades

MSD of Warren County has received $40,500 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, supported by State Representative Sharon Negele (R-Attica).

Eastern Pulaski Community School receives state funds for safety enhancements

Eastern Pulaski Community School Corp. recently received over $39,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, supported by State Representatives Kendell Culp (R-Rensselaer) and Jack Jordan (R-Bremen).

Senator Young introduces bill targeting eco-terrorism against U.S. pipelines

U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) has collaborated with fellow Senate Commerce Committee Republicans to introduce the Safe and Secure Transportation of American Energy Act. This legislation aims to protect American energy infrastructure from attacks or threats by expanding criminal penalties for vandalism, tampering, or disrupting pipeline operations or construction.

Newton County schools receive state funding boost for safety upgrades

Newton County schools recently received over $54,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program, supported by State Representatives Michael Aylesworth (R-Hebron) and Sharon Negele (R-Attica).

Local Government Meetings today in Marion County

Marion County Local Government Meetings today.

Government events this week in Marion County: Sept. 15-21

The following events are scheduled to take place in Marion County this week.

Elkhart County schools receive over $553K for safety from state grants

Elkhart County schools have received over $553,000 for safety upgrades through Indiana's Secured School Safety Grant Program, supported by local legislators. This funding is part of the state's biennial budget passed in 2023, which allocated significant investments toward school safety.

Salesforce awards $1 million grant to Indianapolis Public Schools