INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Among the major issues for Indiana Farm Bureau in the coming year will be drainage, farm labor, property taxes and local government reorganization.
Government
Agencies bring state government to small businesses
INgov Roadshows makes reappearance
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - A successful endeavor featuring multiple state agencies is making a reappearance.
New and Updated Indiana Voter Registrations Surpass 500,000 in 2008
Secretary of State Todd Rokita highlights robust interest in the General Election; announces readiness plan to ensure all Hoosiers have the chance to vote November 4
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Indiana Secretary of State Todd Rokita announced today that so far in 2008, more than a half million Hoosiers have either registered to vote for the first time or updated their existing voter registration records. The total number of eligible voters registered in Indiana is now nearly 4.4 million with six weeks remaining until the October 6 voter registration deadline.
Russia Recognizes Independence of Breakaway Georgian Republics
Moscow
President Medvedev announced Russian recognition of Abkhazia and South Ossetia in a five-minute nationally-televised address, in which he accused Georgia of an attempted blitzkrieg aimed at eliminating the people of the breakaway republics.
SAT scores flat in Indiana, nationwide
State calls upon students to take rigorous courses seriously, urges schools to ensure rigorous curriculum and instruction
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - SAT results released today revealed that scores for the high school class of 2008 remained relatively flat both nationally and in Indiana compared to a year ago. Indiana’s average score on the college entrance exam showed a one-point gain in math (508), a one-point drop in reading (496) and a two-point decrease in writing (481) for a combined score of 1485 (1487 in 2007). Nationally, average scores remained unchanged across the board in math (515), reading (502) and writing (494) for a combined score of 1511.
US Remains Open to Dialogue With Moscow on Missle Defense
State Department
The U.S. Russian-relationship has chilled noticeably over Russian intervention in Georgia and Moscow's bitter reaction to the U.S. missile defense deal with Poland.
But Undersecretary Rood says he see no indication Russia intends to pull back from nuclear arms control agreements with the United States, and says Washington will keep trying to assuage Russian concerns about the missile defense program.
State Health Department Releases Medical Error Report
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The Indiana State Department of Health today released the annual report of the Medical Error Reporting System (MERS), which includes reported events for calendar year 2007. The report is designed to provide reliable data on medical errors and improve patient safety. According to the data, 105 medical errors were reported for 2007 with 101 events occurring at hospitals and 4 events occurring at ambulatory surgery centers.
EU Leaders to Hold Summit on Georgia
French President Nicolas Sarkozy has summoned European Union leaders to talk about the crisis in Georgia and re-examine relations with Russia.
Iran's Supreme Leader Endorses Ahmadinejad for Second Term
Iranian state media say the country's supreme leader has urged President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to plan for a second four-year term in office.
Band Drums up Business for Environmentally-friendly Fundraiser
GREENWOOD, IN - The Marching Woodmen will be at the Blues Bros. Car Wash from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, August 23. The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) will also be on hand to talk about nonpoint source pollution and the importance of proper car washing methods.
Reed Announces 2009 Teacher of the Year Finalists
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - On Friday, August 22, 2008, Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Suellen Reed announced 10 finalists for Indiana’s 2009 Teacher of the Year program, which recognizes outstanding teachers from the state’s public and accredited nonpublic schools.
Indiana Legislative Youth Advisory Council gives Hoosier students voice in state policymaking
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Eighteen Hoosier youth are tackling major issues facing state and local governments as part of their appointment to the first Indiana Legislative Youth Advisory Council. Representing communities across Indiana, the students will advise state legislators on a variety of matters affecting Indiana youth and adults.
Muncie Mayor Appoints Members to Committee
MUNCIE, IN - Mayor Sharon McShurley has appointed members to the reorganization committee established when resolutions
were passed by Muncie Common Council and Delaware County Council this year. Per Indiana Code 36-1.5-4-16 ".three members shall be appointed
by the executive of each political subdivision participating in the reorganization. Not more than two of the members appointed by an executive of a political subdivision may be members of the same political party."
Patriotism: What Does it Mean?
What does it mean to say you are a patriotic American? For me, patriotism is explained pretty well in Mark Twain’s famous quote: “Patriotism is being loyal to your country all the time and loyal to your government when it deserves it.”
Program Set for Symphony at Shadyside
ANDERSON, IN - The City of Anderson Department of Parks and Recreation will host the community on Sunday, June 29 at 8pm for an evening filled with the sound of the Anderson Symphony Orchestra and the sight of the city-sponsored fireworks display.
U.S. Sends Relief Supplies to China
By Jim Garamone
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, DC - The U.S. military has responded to Chinese requests, delivering critically needed relief supplies to the earthquake-stricken Sichuan province.
More Humanitarian Flights Arrive in Burma
By Jim Garamone
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, DC – More American aircraft delivered desperately needed supplies to Burmese affected by Cyclone Nargis, but the aid is a fraction of what’s needed, Defense and State department officials said today.
President Meets Iraqi VP, Operations Continue in Iraq
By Jim Garamone
American Forces Press Service
WASHINGTON, DC – President Bush noted the improved security situation in Iraq’s southern oil city of Basra following meetings with Iraqi Vice President Abd al-Mahdi in Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt, today.
Animal Shelter Superintendent Announced
MUNCIE, IN - Mayor Sharon McShurley recently appointed Ron White as the new Superintendent of the Muncie Animal Shelter. Mr.
White will manage all aspects of the Muncie Animal Shelter including the day-to-day operations of the shelter, public relations, and oversight of
animal care and control. Mr. White replaces Karen Gibson as the previous director.
Questions for Muncie Mayor Sharon McShurley?
Last month, at MFP's sister site - Anderson Free Press - I started a monthly feature where I gather questions from the audience and take those to the Mayor to be answered on video in an interview. I just heard today that Muncie Mayor Sharon McShurley is interested in doing this here at Muncie Free Press.
So, if you have a question for the Muncie Mayor, leave it here. I can't guarantee all questions will be asked, but I'll see what I can do.
Here's the video for the first one at Anderson Free Press.
Soldiers, Airmen Save Iraqi Teen Injured by Bomb
By Staff Sgt. Margaret C. Nelson, USA
Special to American Forces Press Service
KIRKUK, IRAQ - On his way home from working in his family's field near this Iraqi city, Rahmey didn't see the hidden improvised explosive device until it was too late.
Gates Stops in Belgium En Route to NATO Summit
By Fred W. Baker III
American Forces Press Service
MONS, BELGIUM – Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates stopped here briefly today for a fact-finding visit on his way to the NATO Summit in Bucharest, Romania.
Taking Government to the People is Catching On
By C.A. Bouslog
Brad Polk, newly elected to the Muncie City Council representing District 4, has joined forces to bring government to the people. His first District 4 Quarterly Meeting with Polk will be held Monday, March 31, 2008, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at Kennedy Library on McGalliard Road, Muncie.
Birthday bash salutes former governor Otis ‘Doc’ Bowen
MUNCIE, IN - Former Indiana Governor Otis R. “Doc” Bowen will be the guest of honor at a tribute dinner March 28 in Indianapolis marking his 90th birthday.
Anderson City Spotlight - 3/1/08 - Vol 4
Attached is a PDF of the March 1, 2008 edition of the Anderson City Spotlight.
Can also be viewed here: Anderson City Spotlight
