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INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Health announced today that any Hoosier aged 16 or older can receive a booster dose of the Pfizer vaccine so long as they received their second dose at least six months ago.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags to be flown at half-staff to honor the life of Senator Bob Dole. Flags should continue to be flown at half-staff until sunset on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021. Gov. Holcomb also asks businesses and residents to lower their flags to half-staff. President Joseph Biden also extended the directive for the nation.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags to be flown at half-staff to honor the life of Senator Bob Dole. Flags should be flown at half-staff at the Indiana Statehouse immediately until sunset on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021. Gov. Holcomb also asks businesses and residents to lower their flags to half-staff.
Read MoreThe White House issued a proclamation that the United States flag be displayed at half-staff as a mark of respect for the memory and longstanding public service of former U.S. Sen. Robert J. Dole, of Kansas, who passed away on Dec. 5, 2021. Flags are to remain lowered to half-staff until sunset on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2021.
Additionally, the White House also issued a proclamation in accordance with Public Law 103-308, as amended, for the United States flag to be displayed at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, Tuesday, Dec. 7. Public Law 103-308 also calls for U.S. citizens to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities in honor of those who died as a result of their service at Pearl Harbor.
Free service launched to support Hoosier mental health during pandemic will continue into 2023: INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration today announced that its Be Well Crisis Helpline has surpassed 25,000 calls, a milestone in its ongoing efforts to provide Hoosiers with free, confidential mental health counseling and resources.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS — This Thanksgiving, travel is expected to rebound to nearly pre-pandemic levels. According to AAA, it’s predicted that 48.3 million people will be taking to the roads for the holiday, an 8 percent increase from last year. Unfortunately, heavier traffic, combined with declining seat belt use and the prevalence of impaired driving, makes this travel period particularly dangerous for road users.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS — Hoosiers seeking to learn about where to receive the monoclonal antibodies that have been used to prevent progression of COVID-19 disease can contact 211 for information.
Read MoreThe Indiana State Police is accepting applications for the 83rd Recruit Academy. Individuals who are interested in beginning a rewarding career as an Indiana State Trooper must apply online at IndianaTrooper.com. This website will provide a detailed synopsis of the application process as well as information on additional career opportunities with the Indiana State Police.
Read MoreNDIANAPOLIS - The Indiana Prosecuting Attorneys Council is announcing the host locations of the 10 High Tech Crime Units that will be established and available to assist all of Indiana’s prosecutors with the processing of digital evidence. Thanks to legislation enacted during the 2021 session, IPAC was able to fund 10 regional hubs, geographically located throughout the state to cover all 92 counties.
Read MoreThe Indianapolis Star is reporting, “A violent weekend in Indianapolis left three people dead and pushed the city past another grim milestone….
Read MoreAcross the country temperatures are dropping and winter weather is on the horizon. The Indiana Department of Transportation urges people around the Hoosier State to be prepared. Governor Eric Holcomb proclaimed Nov. 7-13 Winter Weather Preparedness Week in Indiana. Along with the National Weather Service and other agencies, INDOT is encouraging the public to use this week as a reminder to take steps to prepare for the hazards that come with winter weather.
Read MoreINDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Health announced today that COVID-19 vaccination appointments for Hoosiers ages 5-11 can now be scheduled by visiting www.ourshot.in.gov or calling 211 or (866) 211-9966.
Read MoreTroopers reported finding a pipe with methamphetamine residue in a bag in the back seat of a vehicle stopped for speeding on I-69 Tuesday afternoon. Two were arrested.
Read MoreThe Indiana Department of Health has a surplus of BinaxNOW test kits that will expire on November 11, as well as large quantities of PPE that are available for order through the Langham Portal. They are offering open ordering to hospitals, long-term care facilities, local health departments, jails, schools, home healthcare, in-home care providers, assisted living facilities, adult day centers, and other healthcare agencies interested in using the kits prior to the expiration date.
Read MoreThe Indiana Supreme Court is ordering statewide actions for trial courts as recommended by the Indiana Eviction Task Force. The Court is implementing a statewide pre-eviction diversion program in an effort to help landlords and tenants access available federal funds….
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