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OPINION: How Big Pharma manipulates the pharmacy debate in Indiana

In Indiana, we look after our neighbors and stretch every dollar. But as prescription costs climb, the biggest player of all, Big Pharma, quietly shapes a narrative to its own benefit.

By Lillian Floutsis | Sep 24, 2025

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Hearing announced on permitting reform under Clean Air Act

Congressmen Brett Guthrie and Gary Palmer have announced a hearing to discuss reforms in permitting under the Clean Air Act.

By A. S. Sharp | Sep 17, 2025

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Local Government Meetings today in Marion County

By C. R. Flood | Sep 15, 2025

Marion County Local Government Meetings today.

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Government events this week in Marion County: Sept. 14-20

By A. L. Tobin | Sep 15, 2025

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

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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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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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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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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.

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Government events this September in Marion County

By A. L. Tobin | Aug 31, 2025

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

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Jefferson Shreve highlights infrastructure investment and agriculture priorities in recent social media posts

By Indy Standard | Aug 29, 2025

Congressman Jefferson Shreve used social media posts dated August 28-29, 2025, to discuss his involvement with highway infrastructure projects and support for Indiana farmers.

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Posey County farms honored with Hoosier Homestead Award at Indiana State Fair

By Indy Standard | Aug 29, 2025

Two Posey County farms, the Reibel Farm and the Ritzert Farm, have been recognized with Hoosier Homestead awards for their long-standing family operations.