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Wednesday, September 10, 2025

News from September 2025

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Two IPS campuses recognized among America’s Healthiest Schools for 2025

By C. R. Cervantes | Sep 8, 2025

Two Indianapolis Public Schools campuses, Ernie Pyle School 90 and Thomas Carr Howe Middle School, have been named to the America’s Healthiest Schools list for 2025 by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.

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Government event this week in Marion County: Sept. 7-13

By A. L. Tobin | Sep 8, 2025

The following event is scheduled to take place in Marion County this week.

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Indianapolis Public Schools board sets in-person meetings for September 2025

By N. L. Cabrera | Sep 8, 2025

The Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) Board of School Commissioners has announced that its September 2025 board meetings will be held in person.

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Entertainment events this week in Marion County: Sept. 7-13

By D. E. Weber | Sep 7, 2025

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Marion County this week.

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Governor signs bill allowing high schoolers early entry into Indiana nursing programs

By Indy Standard | Sep 7, 2025

Last week, Governor Mike Braun held a ceremonial signing for a bill sponsored by State Representative Danny Lopez (R-Carmel) aimed at strengthening Indiana’s nursing workforce.

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Governor signs bill making signal jamming devices illegal in Indiana

By Indy Standard | Sep 7, 2025

Governor Mike Braun has held a ceremonial signing for legislation co-sponsored by State Representative Cindy Ledbetter (R-Newburgh) that criminalizes the sale, possession, and use of signal jamming devices in Indiana.

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Indiana sees record improvement in third grade literacy rates

By Indy Standard | Sep 7, 2025

State Rep. Matt Commons (R-Williamsport) has recognized a significant rise in third grade literacy rates among Indiana students, based on results from the 2024-2025 Indiana Reading Evaluation and Determination (IREAD) assessment.

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Governor signs bill simplifying child care licensing in Indiana

By Indy Standard | Sep 7, 2025

Governor Mike Braun has ceremonially signed House Enrolled Act 1253, a bill authored by State Representative Dave Heine of Fort Wayne, aimed at streamlining child care licensing procedures in Indiana.

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Indiana enacts new law protecting consumer genetic data privacy

By Indy Standard | Sep 7, 2025

Gov. Mike Braun has signed into law a bill aimed at strengthening privacy protections for consumers who use genetic testing services.

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Rep. Craig Haggard attends White House conference on state leadership

By Indy Standard | Sep 7, 2025

State Rep. Craig Haggard (R-Mooresville) recently took part in the White House State Leadership Conference held in Washington, D.C. The event brought together Indiana's elected officials and members of the White House to discuss key issues...

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Jefferson Shreve completes districtwide ‘Hoosier Heartland Tour’ meeting thousands of constituents

By M. R. Mcnair | Sep 5, 2025

Congressman Jefferson Shreve has concluded his 'Hoosier Heartland Tour,' during which he visited multiple communities across Indiana’s Sixth District in August.

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André Carson criticizes Trump administration's health cuts and economic performance

By B. D. Mueller | Sep 5, 2025

U.S. Congressman André Carson criticized President Trump's policies regarding public health funding and economic management through several posts made on September 4–5, 2025.

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Jefferson Shreve highlights healthcare visit and stance on China’s fentanyl trafficking

By C. R. Flood | Sep 5, 2025

Congressman Jefferson Shreve posted about touring an Indianapolis emergency department and supporting Congressional action against Chinese fentanyl trafficking in early September 2025.

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André Carson addresses worker rights, government funding deadline, and FEMA reforms in recent posts

By C. R. Flood | Sep 3, 2025

U.S. Congressman André Carson highlighted workers' rights for Labor Day, urged action on looming government funding deadlines affecting Medicaid and SNAP, and called for reforms to FEMA as storms threatened Indianapolis.

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IPS launches K–12 swimming program focused on safety and student wellness

By Indy Standard | Sep 2, 2025

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) will launch a new K–12 swimming program this October, aiming to provide students with essential water safety skills and promote overall wellness.

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Government events this week in Marion County: Aug. 31 - Sept. 6

By A. L. Tobin | Sep 1, 2025

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

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Local Government Meetings today in Marion County

By C. R. Flood | Sep 1, 2025

Marion County Local Government Meetings today.

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Jefferson Shreve meets with Indiana hospital CEOs and marks Labor Day

By Indy Standard | Sep 1, 2025

Congressman Jefferson Shreve shared updates between August 29 and September 1, including meetings with Indiana hospital executives about rural healthcare and a message honoring Labor Day workers.