Indiana University East will host a legislative forum Friday, March 22, to wrap up the 2024 legislative session. The forum is free and open to the public. It takes place from 8-9 a.m. in Whitewater Hall’s lobby, 2325 Chester Blvd., Richmond. Sen. Jeff Raatz and Rep. Brad Barrett will talk with the community about the […]
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In and around Milton, March 13
******* Milton residents are reminded of the importance of flushing only toilet paper and nothing else. So-called flushable wipes and other such products cause damage to the sewer pumps because they are engineered to be stronger than toilet paper and are therefore tougher and more destructive to sewer systems. The debris builds up in the […]
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Governor honors director, museum
Richmond Art Museum and its leader have received the state’s highest honor in the arts. Indiana Arts Commission and Gov. Eric Holcomb presented the Governor’s Arts Award to Shaun Dingwerth and four other individuals on Feb. 27 at the statehouse. The Governor’s Arts Awards are given every two years. The timing of this selection is […]
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Protect your eyes from permanent damage
Viewing the April 8 solar eclipse requires special eye protection, except during the 4 minutes or so of totality. Wear eclipse glasses or hold solar viewers during the partial phases of the eclipse to prevent the bright sun from damaging retinal cells in the eyes. Even a quick glance could result in permanent eye damage. […]
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Cambridge City pursuing $2.5M grant for water tower
Cambridge City town officials have learned more about potential support to help pursue federal funding for a water tower in Gateway Industrial Park. If Cambridge City is successful in applying for a U.S. Economic Development Administration grant, it could receive $2.5 million toward the approximately $6 million project’s construction costs. A water main has been […]
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Free historic preservation workshop series begins March 16
Richmond’s Historic Preservation Commission begins a six-part series of workshops March 16. The free workshops are designed to inform the public how to properly repair, maintain and preserve historic homes and buildings, according to a news release. Each workshop will be from 9 a.m. to noon the third Saturday of the month at the William […]
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Reid, Anthem reach contract agreement
Reid Health and Anthem insurance have reached an agreement that will allow the healthcare system’s providers to remain in-network for Anthem’s insurance coverage. Reid announced the agreement March 14 following months of negotiations and concern over whether the two entities would be able to find mutually acceptable terms on a contract that was last negotiated […]
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Town taking aim at unsafe, unsightly properties
A new emphasis on keeping Hagerstown houses in good condition brought a woman to Town Council where she found temporary relief. Building Commissioner Terry Ford told the council that he had sent letters to owners of unsafe or unsightly properties. He gave the owners 30 days to respond by fixing the problems or explain their […]
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New U.S. stamps feature late local activist
A late Wayne County resident now has her face on a postage stamp that can be purchased around the nation. U.S. Postal Service is honoring 10 men and women it describes as courageous for helping guide enslaved people to freedom via the Underground Railroad network of secret routes and safe houses before the Civil War. […]
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RP&L continues meter conversion
Richmond Power and Light expects to complete its transition to advanced metering infrastructure two years ahead of schedule, according to General Manager Tony Foster. AMI meters enable two-way communication between the meter and the utility’s office, Foster said during the March 4 meeting of RP&L’s board of directors, which is composed of Richmond Common Council […]