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Semi Crash on I-74 Results in Driver Being Airlifted to Methodist Hospital

INDIANAPOLIS, IN -  A crash involving one semi slowed traffic along I-74 at the Thompson Road exit in southeastern Marion County this afternoon and sent the driver to Methodist Hospital. The crash occurred about 12:29 pm. 

Miami County Teens Injured in Crash

MIAMI COUNTY, IN -  Today, at approximately 11:23 a.m., Indiana State Police responded to a single vehicle crash on County Road 800 South east of County Road 200 West that injured three Miami County teens.  

Five Troopers Transfer to Pendleton Post

PENDLETON, IN -  Lt. Clint Bundy, Commander of the Pendleton Post, has announced that five Indiana State Troopers have transferred to the Pendleton Post from Indiana State Police Posts around Indiana.  Lt Bundy stated, “These five troopers are welcome additions to the manpower at the post.”   

Property taxes, farm labor and drainage major issues for Farm Bureau members

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.

Agencies bring state government to small businesses

INgov Roadshows makes reappearance

 

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - A successful endeavor featuring multiple state agencies is making a reappearance.

Indiana State Police Arrest Huntington Man on Sexual Misconduct Charge

WHITLEY COUNTY, IN - Indiana State Police Detectives from the Criminal Investigations Division of the Fort Wayne Post have arrested a Huntington man on a charge of sexual misconduct with a minor. 

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.

Long Thompson, Oxley Announce Labor Day Weekend Public Schedule

Public events for Saturday, August 30-Monday, September 1


INDIANAPOLIS -
The following is a listing of public events to be attended by Jill Long Thompson and Dennie Oxley, the Democratic nominees for Governor and Lieutenant Governor, for Labor Day weekend, August 30-September 1, 2008.

State Police Arrest Two for Vehicle Theft near Pendleton

PENDLETON, IN -  Today at 7:30 a.m., Indiana State Police Sergeant Raymond Poole stopped to check on a disabled vehicle on Interstate 69 near the Pendleton Exit.  The occupants of the vehicle advised Sergeant Poole they were having engine problems. 

A check of their license plate revealed that the vehicle had been stolen out of the Indianapolis area sometime last night. The vehicle reported stolen was a 1994 Ford.

Sergeant Poole arrested the two occupants without incident.  They were transported to the Madison County Jail and incarcerated.  

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. 

Victim of Early Morning East Side Crash Identified

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - The driver and sole occupant of the 2003 Ford Mustang involved in the three vehicle crash shortly after 2:00 a.m. this morning has been identified as Amber Hurst, 22, of Greenfield, Indiana and her immediate family has been notified.  The crash occurred on southbound I-465 near the 40 mile marker on the east side of Indianapolis and involved Hurst's Mustang and two semi-tractor trailers.

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.

Gubernatorial Candidates Highlight Indianapolis Chamber’s HobNob: Meet the Candidates

NDIANAPOLIS, IN - All three Indiana gubernatorial candidates—Governor Mitch Daniels, Democrat Jill Long Thompson and Libertarian Andy Horning—are slated to appear at the Greater Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce’s eighth annual HobNob: Meet the Candidates, on Thursday, September 4 at the Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis.

Indiana State Police Labor Day Patrols

PENDLETON, IN -  Lieutenant Clint Bundy, Commander of the Pendleton Post, asked every motorist to do their part to make our roadways safe during this upcoming holiday weekend.  During the Labor Day Holiday last year 11 motorists were killed in crashes in Indiana. 

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.

New name, new logo for AAF ECI

MUNCIE, IN - The Advertising Federation of East Central Indiana recently adopted a name change. The organizations new name, American Advertising Federation East Central Indiana was adopted by the board to better align itself with AAF—the American Advertising Federation headquartered in Washington D.C. On August 7, 2008 at a membership meeting, the board’s proposal to change the name was presented and the vote was unanimous to make the change.

Rochester Man Arrested After Fleeing Trooper

WABASH COUNTY, IN - Friday, August 22, 2008, at approximately 12:29 a.m., Donald Raymond Lewis, 52, of Rochester, IN, was arrested by Indiana State Trooper Cicely Gasvoda after he tried to flee, on foot, from a traffic stop on U.S. 24 near County Road 700 West. He was incarcerated in the Wabash County Jail to face misdemeanor charges of resisting arrest, operating a vehicle while intoxicated, false informing, and driving with a suspended operator’s license. His bond is set at $11,000. 

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.

Indiana State Police Add Additional Commercial Vehicle Patrols for Labor Day Weekend

INDIANAPOLIS, IN -  The Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division of the Indiana State Police will have extra inspectors patrolling Indiana highways this Labor Day holiday weekend. Troopers and Motor Carrier Inspectors will work extra hours above and beyond their normal shifts from August 29th to September 2nd.  

Master Trooper Paul Daugherty Recognized for Excellent Marksmanship

PERU, IN -  Lieutenant Matt Bilkey, district commander of the Indiana State Police Peru Post, and Colonel Rick Weigand, assistant superintendent of the Indiana State Police, recently recognized Master Trooper Paul Daugherty of Miami County for excellent shooting while qualifying with his issued state police handgun. Daugherty was issued his Possible Club Award pin during a meeting of the Indiana State Police at the Peru Post. The pin will be attached to a whistle chain and worn near the right shoulder area of the state police uniform.

Pendleton State Police Traffic and Criminal Report for July

PENDLETON, IN - Lt. Clint Bundy, Commander of the Pendleton Post, has released the traffic/criminal enforcement results for the district.  The Pendleton District covers Hamilton, Hancock, and Madison counties. 
 

Bunker Hill Man Injured in Miami County Crash

PERU, IN - Today, at approximately 11:43 a.m., the Indiana State Police and Peru Police Department responded to a two-vehicle crash on U.S. 31 and Miami County Road 100 North that injured a Bunker Hill, IN man. 

State offers back-to-school success guides for Hoosier families

Learn More Indiana partnership provides other resources for students and families too

Blast Faxer Faces Lawsuit for Sending More Than 1,000 Unsolicited Faxes to Hoosiers

New Jersey Based EZPMG offered Mortgage Services

 

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - A New Jersey company that blasted unsolicited faxes into Hoosier homes and businesses is the target of a lawsuit filed by Indiana Attorney General Steve Carter.  The attorney general’s office received more than 1,000 complaints about EZPMG, Inc. faxes.

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