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The news from our Indiana State Government. Including, but not limited to our Indiana State Police, Indiana Department of Natural Resources, our Indiana legislators, the Indiana Department of Transportation. our State Governor, and other state agencies.
February 2012
Wednesday, February 22
[30] Sen. Schneider Proposes Legislative Study of Common Core Education Standards Senate Education Committee Sends Resolution to Full Senate [42] Sen. Steele’s ‘Duty to Support a Child’ Bill Passes House Committee 12-0 [ICPR] Workshop to Introduce Indiana Records Professionals to Digital Preservation Concepts [IDEM] IDEM seeks nominations for the 2012 Governor’s Awards for Environmental Excellence [IDEM] New Hoosier Water Guardians recognized with awards [INDOT] I-65 Guardrail Repairs Wednesday Night [INDOT]Reminder Mount Vernon Toll Bridge Office Hours on Thursday [LGOV] Indiana’s Disaster Recovery Program serves as a model to other states [R23] Friend Report: Legislative Update [r31] Rep. Mahan’s state nepotism legislation passes Senate [R33] Rep. Davis sponsors bill to cut costs, increase real estate standards [r53] Rep. Cherry’s local government-friendly legislation signed by Governor Daniels [R63] Rep. Messmer honors Pike Central students for design of disaster shelter [r67] Rep. Frye cuts costs for emergency services [r70] Rep. Rhoads’ higher education legislation passes Senate [R78] Rep. Crouch authors bill to increase public participation in government, passes Senate [s49] Tomes’ Bill to Help Veterans Transfer Service into Jobs Passes Committee, Moves to Full Senate Women's Bench Bar Retreat Hosts Court of Appeals at Culver Cove
Tuesday, February 21
[14] THE KRUSE REPORT: Celebrating Girls Scouts for 100 Years of Courage, Confidence and Character [DCS] Record Number of Foster Children Adopted in 2011: Dept. of Child Services' Emphasis on Permanency Drives Increase [DNR] New Outdoor Indiana features dog tales [DNR] Young anglers caught six "Fish of the Year" in 2011 All Day - [IEDC] Orthopedic Manufacturer Expands in Wells County [INDOT] I-74 Lane Restrictions [INDOT]Lane Restrictions Planned for Interstate 64 in Dubois and Perry Counties [ISDH] Measles Cases Rise to 15 in Central Indiana [ISP] Traffic Violation Leads to Cocaine Arrest [r22] Rep. Kubacki protects victims and their children [r47] Rep. Foley simplifies the power of attorney process [r58] Rep. Burton’s public pensions legislation passes Senate [R63] Rep. Messmer recognizes North Daviess dual-credit program [R74] Rep. Ellspermann co-sponsors bill to help protect women [R78] Rep. Crouch honors Chief Justice Shepard [s43] Senate Approves Sen. Nugent's Initiative to Help Local Emergency Crews Receive Necessary Equipment Sen. Wyss’ Bill to Stop Business Transactions with Iran Moves to the Governor’s Desk
Monday, February 20
[31] Sen. Merritt Leads Full Senate in Honoring State Fair Emergency Responders [45]Sen. Jim Smith Honors Switzerland Grand Champion Megan Gilliam [DCS] Indiana Dept. of Child Services Appoints Pam Knight Local Office Director in Madison County [DNR] Educators workshop on Indiana wildlife, March 29 [DNR] Resource task force to meet Wednesday [DNR] Snowmelt contest at Indiana Dunes SP [DNR] Spring Mill State Park hosts spinning workshop, Feb. 29 [INDOT] Union Chapel and I-69 Interchange Construction to Begin in Mid-March [INDOT] US 224 Lane Restrictions Ongoing in Decatur Due to Installation of Traffic Detection Loops [INDOT]Lane Restrictions Planned for Interstate 64 in Posey County [ISDH] Measles Cases Rise to 14 in Indiana [r31] We’re Moving On Up, and Fast [r53] Keeping Hoosiers safe by learning from the past [r58] A week of hustle and bustle [r70] Education legislation sitting in committee [s50] Full House Approves Becker's Initiative to Encourage Early Diagnosis of HIV [SUPREME] Three Public Hearings Scheduled to Review Marion County Small Claims Courts Lt. Governor Skillman Awards Remington with a $29,700 Planning Grant Lt. Governor Skillman Awards Town of Huntertown with a $40,000 Planning Grant
Sunday, February 19
[ISP] Traffic Stop Lands Two in Jail on Gun Charges
Saturday, February 18
[INDOT] I-64 Sherman Minton Bridge Reopens to Traffic
Friday, February 17
[DCS] Indiana Dept. of Child Services Displays Adoptable Children's Portraits: Heart Gallery Part of Indianapolis Women's Chorus Concerts Feb. 25 & 26 [INDOT] SR 15/Fisher Avenue in Claypool Scheduled for Closure on Monday, February 20, at 9 a.m. [INDOT] Awards Contract for US 52 & German Church [INDOT] Contracts State Road 3 Repairs in New Castle [INDOT] Selects Contractor to Replace Fayette County Bridge [INDOT] to Resurface US 36 from Fortville to Pendleton [INDOT]Lane Restrictions Planned for US 41 in Vanderburgh County [ISP] Vincennes Couple Arrested for Manufacturing Meth [LGOV] Lt. Gov. Becky Skillman’s public schedule for the week of February 19 [OUCC] Indiana Michigan Power rate case: Hearing starts Monday [r58] Rep. Burton presents at insurance luncheon [R63] Messmer Report: Bills for charities and Hoosier businesses advance in General Assembly [R74] Ellspermann Edition: Congressman Hamilton is Wise Beyond Words [SUPREME] Interview Times Set for Seven Indiana Supreme Court Semi-Finalists Presidents' Day Observance Sen. Jim Tomes Kick-Starts Discussions for Creation South Bend Man Pleads Guilty to Unemployment Insurance Fraud
Tuesday, February 21
3:00 PM - [APPEALS] Brent Myers vs. Jarod Coats 49A04-1104-PL-208 3:00 PM - [APPEALS] Brent Myers v Jarod Coats
Thursday, February 16
[24]Senators Lawson and Bray Honor DePauw University for its 175th Anniversary [37] Senators Lawson and Bray Honor DePauw University for its 175th Anniversary [DCS] Indiana Child Abuse/Neglect Hotline: a Better System to Protect Indiana's Children [DNR] DNR sets up shop at Indy outdoor shows [DNR] Photo contest celebrates historic resources [ISP] Early Morning Crash leads to Two Arrests [ISP] Morning Crash Leaves One Injured [OUCC] Columbia City Municipal Water rate case: Public field hearing scheduled for March 8 [OUCC] Midwest Natural Gas Corporation rate case: State utility consumer advocate accepting public comments [OUCC] Utilities, Inc. rate cases: State utility consumer advocate accepting public comments [r18] Rep. Wolkins’ bill promoting smaller government moving along [r31] Taylor University’s Coach Paul Patterson all-time most winning coach, honored by the House [r32] Taylor University's Coach Paul Patterson honored by House [r44] Rep. Baird honors Super Bowl Host Committee [r58] Rep. Burton’s legislation moving along
Wednesday, February 15
3:00 PM - [APPEALS] Brent Myers v Jarod Coats [DCS] Indiana Dept. of Child Services Displays Adoptable Children's Portraits at Calvary Chapel Fellowship Church: Heart Gallery Runs Feb. 19 - 26 [DCS]Indiana Dept. of Child Services Displays Adoptable Children's Portraits at 2 Terre Haute Churches [DNR] 2012 Indiana Recreation Guide available [DNR] Leopold bench workshop at Indiana Dunes SP, March 3 [IDHS] SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans Available in Indiana Following Secretary of Agriculture Disaster Declaration [INDOT] Safety Tips for Severe Weather [INDOT]Lane Restrictions Planned for I-64 in Spencer and Perry Counties [ISDH] 13 Confirmed Cases of Measles in Indiana [R63] Rep. Messmer: Bill to update exam procedures passes Senate [r72] Rep. Clere honors Super Bowl Host Committee [r87] Rep. Noe honors Super Bowl Host Committee [s42] Leising Initiative Helps Indiana Senior Citizens Make Informed Health-Care Decisions [s50] Becker Initiative Helps Indiana Senior Citizens Make Informed Health-Care Decisions Banks’ Legislation to Offer Students Online Learning Passes House Committee Sen. Wyss’ Bill to Prohibit Business Transactions with Iran Passes House Committee
Monday, February 13
[46] Sen. Grooms' Resolution for Aviation Industry Approved [APPEALS] Brent Myers v Jarod Coats [DCS] Indiana Dept. of Child Services Appoints Rebecca James Local Office Director in Dubois County [INDOT] Plow Truck Drivers Prepared for Expected Snow [ISDH] Measles Cases Up To 10 In Indiana [ISP] Kokomo Man Arrested for Stealing $14,890 in Metal from Factory [ISP] Truck Drivers Collide and Escape Serious Injury [ISP] Two Shoals Women Arrested on Meth Related Charges [LGOV] Lt. Gov. Becky Skillman’s public schedule for the week of February 12 [LGOV] Skillman names new director of the Office of Energy Development [SUPREME] Valparaiso University Law School to Host Indiana Supreme Court for Oral Argument Lt. Governor Skillman Awards $150,000 Community Focus Fund Grant to Town of Advance Lt. Governor Skillman Awards $250,000 Main Street Revitalization Grant to Town of Wolcott Lt. Governor Skillman Awards $424,620 Community Focus Fund Grant to the City of Knox Lt. Governor Skillman Awards $425,000 Community Focus Fund Grant to the Town of Shadeland Lt. Governor Skillman Awards $490,000 Community Focus Fund Grant to Town of Clarks Hill Lt. Governor Skillman Awards $498,676 Community Focus Fund Grant to Greene County Lt. Governor Skillman Awards $500,000 Community Focus Fund Grant to Randolph County Lt. Governor Skillman Awards $500,000 Community Focus Fund Grant to Wabash County Lt. Governor Skillman Awards $600,000 Community Focus Fund Grant to City of Auburn Lt. Governor Skillman Awards $600,000 Community Focus Fund Grant to Crawford County Lt. Governor Skillman Awards $600,000 Community Focus Fund Grant to Howard County Lt. Governor Skillman Awards $600,000 Community Focus Fund Grant to the City of Lawrence Lt. Governor Skillman Awards $600,000 Community Focus Fund Grant to the Town of Newburgh Lt. Governor Skillman Awards $600,000 Community Focus Fund Grant to the Town of Newburgh Lt. Governor Skillman Awards $600,000 Community Focus Fund Grant to Town of Atlanta Lt. Governor Skillman Awards $600,000 Community Focus Fund Grant to Town of Cloverdale
Friday, February 10
[20] Carmel Students Serve As Pages For State Sen. Kenley [20] Noblesville Students Serve As Pages For State Sen. Kenley [20] Noblesville Students Serve As Pages For State Sen. Kenley [21] Western High School Student Serves As Page For State Sen. Buck [24] Hendricks County Students Serve As Pages For State Sen. Lawson [24] Putnam High School Students Serve As Pages For State Sen. Lawson [29] Zionsville Student Serves As Page For State Sen. Delph [30] North Central High School Student Serves As Page For State Sen. Schneider [32] Warren Central High School Student Serves As Page For State Sen. Miller [DNR] Parks value package offered at Indy Boat Sport & Travel Show [DNR] Rare crane proving elusive at Goose Pond [INDOT] Crews Ready for Winter Weather [INDOT] Engineer Scholarship Applications due April 30 [INDOT] Traffic Signal Outage Planned For State Road 23 In Granger [ISP] Meth Lab Found; Investigation Continues [r58] Bill providing assistance to retired public employees passes Senate committee [R63] Messmer Report: Success with the Super Bowl, progress in the General Assembly [R74] Ellspermann Edition: Protecting women who are victims of violence and their children [R75] The BLT: Addressing farmers’ energy concerns [R78] Crouch Capitol Connection: Honoring Girl Scouts for 100 years Sen. Holdman’s Bills to Reduce Nepotism and Conflict of Interest in Local, State Government Pass Senate Committees
Thursday, February 9
[6] Sen. Landske Honors Izaak Walton League for Local Conservation Efforts [DNR] DNR offers online ATV safety course [DNR] John Swan named Fort Harrison SP golf pro; Bruce Rearick to oversee Pete Dye Trail [DNR] Rare Asian crane lands at Goose Pond [INDOT] Temporary Lane Restriction for SR 9 North of Marion Continues through February 9 [ISP] House Fire leads to the Arrest of a Franklin Woman [ISP] Vehicle Veers off I-465, Crashes into Building [r47] Rep. Foley Honors Martinsville Students [SUPREME] Commission Names Seven Semi-Finalists For Vacancy On Indiana Supreme Court Sen. Banks Honors Award-Winning Huntington Teacher for Dedication to Area Students Sen. Gard’s utility relocation bill passes unanimously in House committee The Kruse Report: Action taken by Indiana Senate so far mirrors majority in survey
Wednesday, February 8
[DCS] Indiana Chosen as First State to Host National Heart Gallery: Promotes Adoptable Foster Kids [DNR] Friends group at Turkey Run, Shades state parks receives conservation award [DNR] Patoka Lake to host Music Jam, March 3 [IDHS] MORE THAN HALF A MILLION HOOSIERS REGISTERED FOR SECOND MIDWEST EARTHQUAKE DRILL [ISDH] Measles Confirmed in Central Indiana [ISP] Indiana State Police Arrest Blue Beacon Truck Wash Robbery Suspects [ISP] Two Arrested on Drug Charges after Traffic Stop [ISP] Two Arrested on Meth Related Charges [s42] Senate Committee Approves Leising’s Proposal to Revitalize Rural Economies in Indiana [s44] STATEMENT: Sen. Steele on House Committee Passing Boating Bill [SUPREME] Proposed Changes to the Parenting Time Guidelines Available for Public Comment
Tuesday, February 7
[DNR] “Talk to an Expert” launches on Facebook, Feb. 9, with conservation officers [DNR] Discovery of caver concludes long search [INDOT] Temporary Lane Restriction for SR 9 North of Marion Scheduled for February 8 [INDOT] IDOT and INDOT to present Illiana transportation corridors for further studies [INDOT] Occasional Lane Restrictions On I-65 Near Crown Point [INDOT] Overnight Lane Closures Planned On Borman Expressway In Lake County [R 76] Rep. McNamara: House bills move to the Senate [r53] Cherry Chat: Bringing Additional Relief to Hoosiers [r54] Street Lights and Sign Flashers Are On Their Way Indiana Main Street Selects City of Kokomo as Host for 2012 Statewide Conference
Monday, February 6
[DNR] Bird program for festival planners, Feb. 21 & 23, in Bloomington [DNR] Fort Harrison State Park hosts winter wildlife workshop for educators, Feb. 25 [DNR] Tippecanoe River SP friends group gathering, Feb. 29 [ICPR] Register for the Archives March Paper Conservation Workshop! [INDOT] I-69 and Union Chapel Interchange Contract Awarded [INDOT] Short Ramp Closures Planned On I-94 In Chesterton [ISP] Driver Injured in Morning Crash [ISP] No Surprise; Meth Lab Numbers Continue to Rise All Day - [OUCC] J.B. Waterworks Rate Case: Feb. 16 Hearing Scheduled in LaPorte [R 29] Rep. Richardson: Halftime Report [r24] A smorgasbord of legislation [r31] Eliminating nepotism in government [r32] Representatives help men and women transitioning from correctional facilities to workforce [r87] Representatives help men and women transitioning from correctional facilities to workforce Area Students Serve as Pages for State Sen. Sue Glick
Saturday, February 4
[ISP] One Dead After Horse Trailer Comes Loose [ISP] Second Crash on Toll Road; Another Fatality Update [ISP] Sexual Predator Arrested
Friday, February 3
[23] Western Boone Students Serve As Pages For State Sen. Phil Boots [31] Area Students Serve As Pages For State Sen. Jim Merritt [37] Area Students Serve As Pages For State Sen. Richard Bray [39] Area Students Serve As Pages For State Sen. John. Waterman [45] Area Students Serve As Pages For State Sen. Jim Smith [46] Area Students Serve As Pages For State Sen. Ron Grooms [INDOT] New Traffic Signal on State Road 1 in Connersville All Day - [INDOT] Public Informational Meeting to be held for State Road 39 Project in Clayton [INDOT]Latest Information on Roadways Closed due to Flooding in Southwest Indiana [ISDH] Practice Good Health Defense for a Safe Super Bowl Sunday [ISP] Richmond Meth Lab Busted for the Second Time [LGOV] Lt. Gov. Becky Skillman's public schedule [LGOV] Lt. Governor Skillman Accepting 2012 Hoosier Rising Star Applications [r48] Moped title and registration legislation advances out of the House [R63] Messmer Report: Halftime in the legislature [R74] Ellspermann Edition: Halftime and Moving on to Senate Bills [R75] The BLT: Halftime in the General Assembly [R78] Crouch Capitol Connection: Halftime Report [s27] Richmond Student Pages for Sen. Paul in January [s28] Area Students Page for Sen. Beverly Gard in January [s42] Area Students Page for Sen. Leising in January [s42] COLUMN: Teachers, The Backbone of Education by Sen. Leising [s43] Jennings Student Pages for Sen. Nugent in January [s44] Bedford Student Pages for Sen. Steele in January [s49] Mt. Vernon Students Page for Sen. Tomes in January [s50] Castle South Students Page for Sen. Becker [SUPREME] Interview Times Set and Applicant Information Available for Supreme Court Candidates Morgan County Woman Sentenced for Unemployment Insurance Fraud