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Historical Society brings Gettysburg to life
By Makenna Mays TheStatehouseFile.com INDIANAPOLIS – The fourth graders from Sycamore Elementary in Avon were ushered into the 1863-themed parlor and gathered at the feet of Mahala Beem, wife of David Beem, as she recounted one of the more notable letters she received from her husband, a soldier at the battle of Gettysburg. While the […]
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Former AG Eric Holder entertains and informs Anderson students
By Adrianna Pitrelli TheStatehouseFile.com ANDERSON, Ind. — Former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder wore many hats during his six years in the position and Tuesday at Anderson University he talked about his experiences — both good and bad. And his talk and the chance to spend the day with him enthralled sophomore Zachary Van Duyn, […]
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Want to help Harvey and Irma victims? Donate blood
By Makenna Mays TheStatehouseFile.com INDIANAPOLIS – Blood collection agencies across Indiana are calling on Hoosiers to donate blood to assist those affected by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. “We are encouraging eligible donors in parts of the country unaffected by the storm to give blood or platelets to ensure that there is sufficient blood supply,” said […]
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Indiana shelters help Texas animals after Hurricane Harvey
By Makenna Mays TheStatehouseFile.com INDIANAPOLIS – When Deb Gizynski saw images of the destruction caused by Hurricane Harvey, she and her team immediately jumped into action. Bella’s House, a small animal rescue in Griffith that Gizynski founded, sent four volunteers to Texas. Equipped with leashes, blankets and food, the volunteers worked tirelessly for five days […]
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Free admission to Indiana museums Sept. 23
Staff Report TheStatehouseFile.com INDIANPOLIS – On Saturday, Sept. 23 Hoosiers can visit more than a dozen Indiana museums for free. Museum Day Live! is an annual event hosted by “Smithsonian” magazine encouraging the exploration of museums and celebrating the Smithsonian Institution. The participating museums will allow free entry to anyone with a ticket downloaded from […]
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Hoosiers help Hurricane Harvey victims
By Adrianna Pitrelli TheStatehouseFile.com INDIANAPOLIS — As Hurricane Harvey tears through Houston and the surrounding areas, Hoosiers 1,000 miles away are working to help those in need. From sending food care packages to helping people escape their flooded homes, some Hoosiers are helping in anyway they can. Harvey is said to be one of the […]
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Holcomb to lead new trade mission to Japan
By Abrahm Hurt TheStatehouseFile.com INDIANAPOLIS — Gov. Eric Holcomb, business leaders and economic development officials will travel overseas next month to Japan to encourage investment and trade. “The cultural and economic ties between Indiana and Japan are storied and strong,” Holcomb said in a statement. “With more than 280 Japanese businesses operating in Indiana today, the […]
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State Fair attendance up, but short of record
Staff Report TheStatehouseFile.com INDIANAPOLIS — The 2017 Indiana State Fair themed “The Wonderful World of Food” drew more than 900,000 visitors. State Fair officials said the 906,732 fairgoers were a 24 percent increase from 2016. But it fell short of the all-time high of 978,000 fairgoers in 2013. “Celebrating ‘The Wonderful World of Food’ gave […]
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Want to fly after 2020? Get a new secure ID
By Abrahm Hurt TheStatehouseFile.com INDIANAPOLIS — If you’re planning to fly in the U.S. after 2020, you might need to upgrade your driver’s license. Earlier this year, the federal government mandated that as of October 2020, people will be required to have secure identification, called Real ID, to board commercial airplanes, travel on Amtrak trains and enter […]
State Fair officials hope for big turnout on final weekend
By Christian Sullivan TheStatehouseFile.com INDIANAPOLIS – With dry weather and some sunny skies expected for the weekend, officials are hoping for a big turnout in this final weekend of the Indiana State Fair. As another state fair wraps up, good weather and relatively mild temperatures are what separates this year’s event from the 2016 fair. […]
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