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Brownsburg Fire Chief arrested

Brownsburg Fire Chief was arrested on an OWI charge after a Sunday night crash in Indianapolis. Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department say, William Brown was booked on charges of operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol content above .08 and operating a vehicle while intoxicated. Police responded to the single-vehicle crash just before 9 p.m. The Brownsburg Fire Department released a statement that said “The Brownsburg Fire Territory will handle this matter in accordance with our policies and procedures.” Share

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Indiana Automotive Industry to be Highlighted at International Auto Show

DETROIT (Jan. 11, 2016) – Indiana Secretary of Commerce Victor Smith and the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) will spotlight the state’s automotive industry, which ranks No. 2 in the nation by gross domestic product, this week at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. On Wednesday, Smith will address industry leaders, elected officials and executives from the nation’s top automotive companies, including Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Ford, General Motors, Honda and Toyota, to share Indiana’s story as a state that works for business and for the automotive industry. NAIAS is one of the largest automotive trade shows in the world, with more than 35,000 industry professionals and analysts from 2,000 companies around the world expected to attend. “Home to the iconic Indianapolis 500, Indiana has a rich history of auto racing and automotive innovation,” said Smith. “That legacy has played an integral role in [...]

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INDIANAPOLIS – The State Soil Conservation Board (SSCB) will meet on January 13, 2016 at 4:30 p.m. EST at the Marriott Indianapolis Downtown located at 350 West Maryland Street, Indianapolis. A conference call-in number may be provided upon request by contacting [email protected]. The SSCB administers the Clean Water Indiana Fund, which is a water quality-related erosion and sediment reduction program. The SSCB also provides guidance and assistance to the state's soil and water conservation district leaders as they provide local leadership in the protection of Indiana's soil and water resources. # ABOUT ISDA The Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) was established as a separate state agency by the Legislature in 2005. The Director is appointed by the Governor and is a member of the Governor's Cabinet. Administratively, ISDA reports to Lt. Governor Sue Ellspermann, who also serves as Indiana's Secretary of Agriculture. Major [...]

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BROWNSBURG - Brownsburg Town Council elected officers and made several appointments to the municipality’s boards and commissions at its January 5 special meeting. The council re-elected Ashley Hobbs as council president and Dennis Dawes as vice-president for 2016. Dawes will be the council liaison on the Brownsburg Police Commission and Sean Benham will represent the Town on the Hendricks County Economic Development Partnership. New council members Brian Jessen will serve on the Fire Territory executive board and Chris Worley will continue on the Advisory Plan Commission. Claire Rutledge and Mark Tieken will be new faces on the Advisory Plan Commission. Joe Dunbar and Robert McLaughlin will serve on the Economic Development Commission. Richard Holmes was appointed to the Police Commission and Brett Scowden was reappointed to the Board of Zoning Appeals. The Redevelopment Commission will be composed of reappointment Matthew Browning, with Michelle Artmeier, [...]

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Schools and Youth Organizations Invited to Apply for Funds to Help Indiana’s 21st Century Scholars Succeed

The Indiana Commission for Higher Education is offering a new grant to schools and organizations that serve students enrolled in the 21st Century Scholars program—a state-funded, needs-based scholarship program that provides up to four years of full tuition scholarships to qualifying low-income students. The Scholar Success Grant is available to Indiana middle and high schools that serve grades 7-12, youth-serving organizations that provide services to 21st Century Scholars, and College Success Coalitions that are active in their local communities. “The Commission is committed to increasing college readiness and success for all students—and especially Indiana’s 21st Century Scholars,” Indiana Commissioner for Higher Education Teresa Lubbers said. “These grants will help support the efforts of those schools and community partners doing the important work with our 21st Century Scholars every day to make sure they’re prepared to succeed in [...]

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DANVILLE, IN (Jan. 6, 2015) – A handful of deserving honorees representing Hendricks County will carry the Indiana Bicentennial torch when it arrives here in the fall. Do you know a past or current Hendricks County resident who has poured their blood, sweat and tears into this county? Perhaps an individual who has done something amazing through volunteerism or heroism. Or maybe a native who has gone on to do great things elsewhere while making a name for themselves and this county. The Indiana Bicentennial Commission has extended the window for Indiana Bicentennial Torchbearer nominations to Jan. 31. Torchbearer nominations recognize Hoosiers who demonstrate exceptional public service, excellence in their profession, acts of heroism or volunteer service to their neighborhood, community, region or state. “Being selected as an Indiana Bicentennial Torch Relay torchbearer is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Hoosiers,” Lt. Governor Sue Ellspermann said. [...]

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Trio Arrested for Possession of Drugs and Fraudulent Gift Cards

Hancock Co., A trio from Ohio is now incarcerated in the Hancock County Jail after being arrested on drug and fraud related charges in Hancock County. Yesterday afternoon, December 22nd at approximately 5:00 p.m., Trooper Nate Raney of the Criminal Investigative Division, Methamphetamine Suppression Section, was driving through the Kroger parking lot on N. State Street in Greenfield, IN. While passing through he observed a male and female exit the store and was being followed by another male. The following male was holding a cell phone in a position that appeared to be filming the male and female he was following. Trooper Raney identified himself to the man filming and he explained he was a manager at the Kroger store. He suspected the man and female he was following had purchased several gift cards utilizing other gift cards to complete the transactions. This type of transaction is often consistent with persons utilizing stolen credit card numbers. A total of [...]

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INDIANAPOLIS – With too many questions surrounding the expected departure of Lieutenant Governor Sue Ellspermann, the Indiana Democratic Party today handed Governor Mike Pence an open records request with the hopes that Hoosiers can see the true relationship Mike Pence and Sue Ellspermann had at the Statehouse. In the letter by Drew Anderson, communications director for the Indiana Democratic Party, the IDP specifically asked for all communication between the politicians and their offices surrounding the tumultuous RFRA period this spring – when Mike Pence threw Indiana into a $250 million economic panic. “For the sake of transparency and for the fairness of all Hoosiers, Governor Mike Pence and his office should release all communication between Lt. Governor Sue Ellspermann and her office during the RFRA period this spring and the Ivy Tech news last week,” said Drew Anderson, communications director for the Indiana Democratic Party. “It’s a fact [...]

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Indiana Conservation Officers arrested a Pittsboro man this afternoon after he repeatedly ignored commands from authorities to exit the flood waters and leave the property of an ongoing effort to rescue multiple horses from a flooded area. Charles Knights Jr., 56, of Pittsboro is facing multiple charges including resisting law enforcement, criminal trespass, refusal to leave an emergency incident area and public intoxication after the incident. Multiple agencies were called to 6310 E. County Road 350 N in Brownsburg this afternoon to assist with the rescue of as many as 16 horses that had become trapped in the rising flood waters in the area. While authorities were enacting the rescue, Knights, who had seen the ongoing incident on television arrived at the scene and entered the water. He then began swimming toward fire personnel while attempting to call to the horses. Knights repeatedly disregarded commands from fire personnel, landowners and Indiana [...]

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Horse Rescue

Brownsburg Fire Territory was called to 6310 E. CR 350 N, Brownsburg, IN for horse rescue. Upon arrival crews found over a dozen horses in the property owners pasture surrounded by water. The horses were on a higher level of ground with the creek on one side and a drainage ditch filled with water approximately 6 feet deep on the other. No horses were injured and they showed no signs of distress. However, there were concerns of the rising water and hypothermia for the horses. The property owner had already removed three horses before the water became two high to continue on their own. Initial attempts to remove the horses failed when the horses refused to leave the area. Hendricks County Rescue Task Force swift water rescue crews from Brownsburg, Plainfield, Danville, Avon and Morgantown Large Animal rescue team made a second attempt and were able to get two horses to cross the 6 foot deep area. Once these horses crossed the other horses began to [...]

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Governor Pence Authorizes Pay-for-performance Raises in 2016

Indianapolis – Today, Governor Mike Pence sent a letter to state employees authorizing pay-for-performance raises for state employees once performance evaluations are completed in January. Employees who meet expectations will receive a 3 percent raise, those who exceed expectations will receive a 4 percent raise, and those rated outstanding will receive a 6 percent raise. “Indiana deserves a government as good as our people,” said Governor Pence. “This year, because of the excellent public service demonstrated throughout state government, I am pleased to authorize a pay for performance increase in 2016.” The Governor’s letter in full to state employees can be found attached. Share

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Eighth Annual ’12 Days of Christmas Food Drive’ Launched

SPEEDWAY, Ind. (Dec. 21, 2015) - Sarah Fisher and Andy O'Gara continue to show their support for the community with their eighth annual "12 Days of Christmas Food Drive" to race against hunger this holiday season. The Officer David S. Moore Foundation Food Pantry in Indianapolis will serve as the beneficiary of the drive this year. The foundation celebrates the life of Officer David S. Moore, who was killed in the line of duty in 2012. Moore spent his life in service to his community beyond his role as an Indianapolis police officer. Following his death, the incredible stories of his kindness and generous spirit began to circulate in the news and throughout the community. The foundation was created to honor the graciousness of Officer Moore's life and bring the spirit of giving to Indianapolis in his name. The O'Gara family and Speedway Indoor Karting (SIK) are asking for community support through donations for the food pantry. Donations of [...]

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Planning is underway for the 64th annual Hendricks County Soil & Water Conservation District annual meeting, set for Feb. 9, 2016. The meeting, which reviews the district's activities of the past year, includes supervisors' elections; and it honors 4-H soil and water project participants and the FFA soil judging team. The Conservation Farmer of the Year will be named. All landowners are welcome to attend. Angie Tilton of Purdue Extension will discuss Code Red, a contingency planning toolkit for families and small business for dealing with emergencies with minimal disruptions. The meeting, at the county fairgrounds conference center auditorium, begins with an 11:30 a.m. lunch. Meeting/meal tickets are $5, purchased at the SWCD office, 195 Meadow Dr., Ste. 2, in Danville, or at the door. Share

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The New U.S. 31 Hamilton County Freeway Opens for Business

Indianapolis - Governor Mike Pence today celebrated the opening of the new U.S. 31 Hamilton County freeway with Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard, Westfield Mayor Andy Cook, Congresswoman Susan Brooks and Indiana Department of Transportation Commissioner Brandye Hendrickson, as they joined project personnel, designers and contractors to commend five years of ambitious construction resulting in free-flowing traffic on U.S. 31 in Hamilton County. “Hamilton County has seen significant growth in recent years and ensuring our infrastructure keeps pace with this part of the state is essential,” said Governor Pence. “The unprecedented progress on the new U.S. 31 in Hamilton County and points north is a tribute to the vision of leaders across Indiana. Hoosiers can be confident that my administration will continue to build on these significant investments and ensure that Indiana remains the Crossroads of America.” Last week, northbound and southbound U.S. 31 [...]

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Indiana Bicentennial Birding Big Year starts Jan. 1

Bird enthusiasts can celebrate the state’s bicentennial by trying to find and log 200 bird species in 2016 as part of the Indiana Bicentennial Birding Big Year (IBBBY). IBBBY starts Jan. 1 and continues through mid-December. Birders who find at least 100 species will received a commemorative IBBY sticker or decal provided by the Indiana Audubon Society. Birders who find at least 200 species will also be entered in a drawing for Indiana DNR Annual Entrance Permits, DNR Inns Gift Cards, complimentary Indiana Audubon memberships, Eagle Optic binoculars, tickets to the Indiana Dunes Birding Festival and more. Because 2016 is also the 100th anniversary of Indiana State Parks and the National Park Service, 100 of the 200 species must have been found on an Indiana State Park (or reservoir) or National Park site in Indiana. State Fish & Wildlife Areas, State Forests and State Nature Preserves (not located inside a state park) do not count toward these criteria. [...]

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Plainfield, IN, December 24 -- On Thursday, December 24th, The Branches will host two family-friendly Christmas Eve services at 2:00 and 4:00 p.m. You can eat Christmas cookies, drink hot chocolate, and participate in a candle-light Christmas Eve Service with Christmas carols. All kids will be invited to participate in a children's live nativity during the service. The Branches Church meets at the Plainfield Rec & Aquatic Center every Sunday from 10 - 11 a.m. You can expect free coffee, donuts, friendly smiles, a modern worship service, and a message you can relate to. Twigs (infants-5th grade) meets in the Rec Center's Play World and gym during the service. Bring your friends and make some new ones! The Branches Community Church - P.O. Box 875 - Plainfield, IN 46168 Worship Services at The Plainfield Rec & Aquatic Center - 651 Vestal Rd. - Plainfield, IN 46168 www.IAmTheBranches.com - Facebook.com/branchescc - Twitter: @branchescc Share

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DNR’s Division of Forestry has awarded $135,000 in federal funds to 12 cities, towns and non-profits in Indiana for urban forestry projects. The projects include tree inventory and analysis for management planning, new tree plantings and education and awareness campaigns. Urban forests enhance air and water quality, making communities healthier, safer and more beautiful. Funds for tree inventory and analysis were awarded to: the cities of Elkhart, $20,000; Kendallville, $17,425; and West Lafayette, $18,562; and the town of Pendleton, $11,575. Funds for tree-planting projects that target environmental issues such as water quality, flooding, air quality and pollutants were awarded to: the cities of Bloomington, $10,000; and Fort Wayne, $10,000; the towns of Churubusco, $4,000; Dyer $9,000; Mount Ayr, $2,000; and Valparaiso, $7,688; and the Rensselaer Urban Forest Council, $5,250. Funds for urban forestry awareness, education, and outreach projects were [...]