Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb rolled out a robust Next Level Agenda for 2023. He made the announcement Wednesday, January 4.
Continue readingGovernor Eric Holcomb Extends Executive Orders
Governor Eric Holcomb signed Executive Orders this week that officially continues the public health emergency and provisions that address the impact of COVID-19 for the 23rd time.
Continue readingGovernor Says Local Residents ‘Should Be Front and Center’ in Solar Project Discussions
While dignitaries from around the world converged on Starke County last week to kick off construction on one of the country’s largest solar farms, the reaction from local landowners has been mixed. Speaking to reporters after Thursday’s groundbreaking, Governor Eric Holcomb said he welcomes the input, when it comes to projects on an unprecedented scale.
Continue readingMammoth Solar a Milestone in Israel-U.S. Relationship, Says Ambassador
Not only would the Mammoth Solar Project bring a 13,000-acre solar farm to Starke and Pulaski counties, it’s also a milestone in the Israel-U.S. relationship. That’s according to Israel’s ambassador to the United States, Gilad Erdan.
Continue readingOfficials Break Ground on Mammoth Solar Project
What could become one of the United States’ largest solar farms broke ground Thursday in Bass Lake. The 13,000-acre Mammoth Solar Project is being developed by a partnership involving Israeli energy company Doral Group. Governor Eric Holcomb, Israeli Ambassador Gilad Erdan, and numerous state and local officials converged on the Melody Drive-In for the groundbreaking ceremony.
Continue readingIndiana to Launch Connectivity Program to Connect Hoosiers with Broadband Service
The State of Indiana is working to connect Hoosiers with broadband service. The Indiana Connectivity Program officially opens Monday.
Continue readingIndiana Updates COVID-19 Protocols for Schools, Hospitals
Schools that require face masks are being allowed to ease their COVID-19 quarantine procedures. A control measure from the Indiana Department of Health lets close contacts keep attending school, but only if all students and adults in the classroom “correctly and consistently wear well-fitting masks” during the entire school day.
Continue readingGovernor Extends Public Health Emergency to September 30
Indiana’s public health emergency has been extended until September 30. Governor Eric Holcomb renewed his emergency declaration for an 18th time in an executive order Monday.
Continue readingIndiana Department of Health Looking to Ramp Up COVID-19 Testing Again
The Indiana Department of Health is ramping up COVID-19 testing, as demand shoots back up. During a press conference Wednesday, State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box apologized for the long wait times experienced at testing sites.
Continue readingGov. Holcomb Leaving Mask Mandates Up to Counties, Urges Hoosiers to Get Vaccinated
Governor Holcomb says he’s happy to leave it up to individual counties to decide on mask mandates. During a press conference Wednesday, Holcomb said the state will continue to make sure local leaders have the information they need to make their own decisions, along with the resources to carry them out.
Continue readingGov. Holcomb Establishes Commission to Address Public Health Challenges
Improving Indiana’s public health structure is the goal of a new commission announced by Governor Holcomb Wednesday. Over the next year, the 15-member commission will look at the strengths and weaknesses of the current health system, analyzing funding, staffing challenges, and the response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Continue readingIndiana Providing another $1.3 Million to Expand Naloxone Distribution
Indiana is stepping up its naloxone distribution, amid a significant increase in overdose deaths. The Governor’s Office says Overdose Lifeline will distribute another 35,000 doses of the opioid overdose reversal medication and place another 215 “NaloxBox” units, thanks to another $1.3 million in state funding. A “NaloxBox” is a hard acrylic box containing six to eight doses of naloxone that organizations can mount outside of their buildings.
Continue readingGovernor Extends Public Health Emergency to Aug. 30
Indiana’s public health emergency has been extended until August 30. Governor Eric Holcomb extended his emergency declaration for a 17th time in an executive order Thursday. That will bring the emergency to almost a year-and-a-half.
Continue readingRusyniak to Replace Sullivan as Indiana FSSA Secretary
Indiana’s top social services official is stepping down. Dr. Jennifer Sullivan is leaving her position as the secretary of the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration. The Governor’s Office says she’s taken a job in North Carolina as the senior vice president of strategic operations at Atrium Health. Governor Holcomb has appointed FSSA Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dan Rusyniak to take over as secretary on August 1.
Continue readingPublic Health Emergency Extended to July 31
Indiana’s public health emergency has been extended through the end of July. Governor Eric Holcomb extended his emergency declaration for a 16th time in an executive order Wednesday. That will bring the public health emergency to almost 17 months.
Continue readingGov. Holcomb Meets with Mammoth Solar Project Stakeholders during Israel Trip
Governor Holcomb’s trip to Israel last month apparently included a meeting with one of the companies behind Starke and Pulaski counties’ Mammoth Solar project. A press release sent on behalf of Israel-based renewable energy developer Doral Group says the governor had a chance to meet with the project’s Israeli stakeholders.
Continue readingGovernor Continues Easing Mask Mandate but They’re Still Required in Some Places
Governor Holcomb is easing some of Indiana’s remaining mask requirements, but a few will remain in place. Starting Tuesday, masks will no longer be required in most state government buildings. But they will still be required at COVID-19 testing and vaccination sites, Indiana prisons, state hospitals, and other congregate facilities owned by the state.
Continue readingIndiana to End Pandemic Unemployment Programs Next Month
Unemployment benefits that were put in place because of the COVID-19 pandemic will be ending in Indiana on June 19. Governor Eric Holcomb announced Monday that he plans to end the state’s participation in all federally-funded pandemic unemployment programs.
Continue readingStarke County Health Department, Pulaski County Commissioners Rescind Local Mask Requirements
Hoosiers Getting Unemployment Will Once Again Have to Prove They’re Looking for Work
Hoosiers getting unemployment benefits will once again have to prove that they’re looking for work. Starting June 1, the Indiana Department of Workforce Development will resume requiring weekly work search reports, according to the Governor’s Office.
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