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WPTA: Petition Seeks To Make Indiana Bat The State's Official Mammal
(NEW HAVEN) - A New Haven woman is leading an effort to make the Indiana bat the state's official mammal.WPTA reports Desiree Coy has launched a campaign called "Batty for Indiana," asking state lawmakers to designate the endangered Indiana bat as an official state symbol.Indiana does not current...
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'Steeped In Auburn' Art Exhibit Runs Through Labor Day
(AUBURN) - A summer art exhibit is bringing oversized teacup planters to downtown Auburn."Steeped in Auburn" features 20 teacup planters created by local artists.The planters are scattered around downtown Auburn, with each one sponsored by a local business or organization. Each design has a diffe...
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Trump Approves Michigan Disaster Aid After Previous Denial
(WASHINGTON) - President Donald Trump has reversed course and approved $32.1 million in federal disaster relief aid for Michigan after previously denying assistance tied to storm damage in southwest Michigan.The Detroit News reports Trump announced the approval Tuesday night for "severe storms, t...
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Angola Main Street Accepting Hometown Hero Banner Sponsorships
(ANGOLA) - Angola Main Street is accepting sponsorships for its fourth annual Hometown Hero Banner Program.The program honors veterans and first responders with banners displayed in Historic Downtown Angola.Sponsors can purchase a banner in honor of veterans from any branch of the U.S. Armed Forc...
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Indiana Reserved Hunt Applications Open July 6
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indiana hunters can apply for the next round of reserved hunts beginning Monday, July 6.The Indiana Department of Natural Resources says applications must be submitted online through GoOutdoorsIN.com. The online system is the only way to apply, and late entries will not be accept...
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Indiana State Parks Plan Fireworks And Events For America's 250th Birthday
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indiana state parks will mark America's 250th birthday with fireworks, camping and special July 4 activities.The Indiana Department of Natural Resources says four state park properties will host fireworks displays for Independence Day celebrations.Fireworks DisplaysPatoka Lake: T...
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Bob Ross Painting Created For 'The Joy Of Painting' Sells For $320,000
(MUNCIE) - A Bob Ross painting created for "The Joy of Painting" has sold at auction for $320,000.The painting, "Mountain Summit," was created for Season 13, Episode 10 of Ross' PBS series. It was auctioned Tuesday by Bonhams Skinner as part of its American Stories: Celebrating 250 Years of Indep...
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Indiana Leaders React To Supreme Court Ruling On Girls' And Women's Sports
(INDIANA) - Indiana leaders are reacting after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled states can legally restrict girls' and women's sports teams based on biological sex.The Court ruled 6-3 in cases involving laws in Idaho and West Virginia. The ruling found the policies do not violate the Constitution's E...
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Indiana Local Governments To Be Repaid For Gas Tax Losses
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Local governments in Indiana are expected to be repaid for revenue lost during the state's suspension of fuel taxes.The Indiana Capital Chronicle reports Governor Mike Braun's administration plans to make local governments whole for gas tax revenue lost since May.State Budget Dir...
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Michigan Launches July Speed Enforcement Campaign
(COLDWATER) - Michigan drivers can expect to see more speed enforcement throughout July.Michigan State Police, along with local and county law enforcement agencies across the state, are launching an intensified speed enforcement campaign during the peak summer travel season.The campaign will use ...
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