Lawrence Civic Plaza hosts the International Festival on May 10, 2025, celebrating diverse cultures with food, art, and performances. Vendors can apply to participate.

Indiana's INDOT will close 56th Street in Lawrence for reconstruction starting April 15 for about 45 days, affecting local traffic and access to businesses.

Indiana maintains a $2.6 billion reserve and a low debt of $186 per capita, contrasting with the federal government's $36 trillion debt. Sen. Schmitt highlights the national debt's security risks and calls for federal spending reductions.

Carmel officials, led by Mayor Finkam, organize clean-up efforts post-storm, prioritizing safety and offering debris pick-up guidelines to residents, with assistance for the elderly and inspections for damaged homes.

Severe weather in Indiana led to power outages affecting 75,000 AES Indiana customers and nearly 97,000 Duke Energy customers. Crews worked to restore power, with a local disaster declaration aiding recovery efforts.

Indiana's General Assembly approved a bill supporting Fort Wayne's Veterans National Memorial Shrine and Museum, particularly helping establish a columbarium for veterans by waiving a mandatory fee.

Mayor Sue Finkam of Carmel declared a Local Disaster Emergency to aid recovery following a tornado, highlighting efforts to streamline rebuilding and ensure safety.

Brownsburg, Indiana celebrates its tenth year as a Tree City USA, recognized for its commitment to urban forestry by planting and caring for public trees, investing in green initiatives, and enhancing quality of life.

The Indiana Senate passed a bill to regulate transgender athlete participation in collegiate sports, which now awaits the governor's approval. The bill seeks to bar biological males from women's sports in post-secondary institutions.

Emergency services in Brownsburg, Indiana, are responding to a destructive tornado by clearing debris and dealing with aftermath issues. Commuters are cautioned about ongoing cleanup and road closures.

The Bloomington Community Farmers' Market opens for its 51st season on April 5, with parking details and new community initiatives announced, also noting Griffy Lake's Boathouse season start.

Kyla Wolfe is interning for State Rep. Bruce Borders during the Indiana legislative session, combining her Purdue University studies with practical legislative experience at the statehouse.

State Rep. Rowray sponsors a bill easing requirements for Indiana child welfare workers to address the deficit of over 1,300 positions in the Department of Child Services.