Corydon staple Butt Drugs to close

A longstanding independent pharmacy in southern Indiana will close its doors this weekend. Butt Drugs, which was founded in 1952, notified customers last week that its last day in business will be April 29.... Read More

Hoosier teachers develop lesson plans for America’s 250th birthday

Two Indiana teachers have developed curriculum that will be included in a classroom resource to help teach American history in advance of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 2026. They are among a group of 30 teachers nationwide who are contributing to Revolutionary Ideals, a classroom resource being offered by the education nonprofit National History Day.... Read More

Major proposals unclear as lawmakers enter last week of session

Indiana’s lawmakers are nearing the end of a grueling nearly four-month legislative session, but three of their biggest priorities — aside from the budget — remain unresolved. Legislators promised to push care-boosting, cost-cutting health initiatives, expand “school choice” options, and fight high property tax bills with relief.... Read More

Study: Cutting tobacco use would drive economic gains

Results of a new study released Friday continue to add arguments to the debate over anti-tobacco laws and tobacco usage. The study, commissioned by the Indianapolis-based Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation, says reducing tobacco use would “unquestionably save lives,” and drive economic gains in the Hoosier State.... Read More

New IU initiative targets startup growth

Indiana University this week unveiled a new initiative designed to support greater startup creation and growth across its statewide footprint. Set to launch this fall, IU Innovates will serve as a network to help faculty and students to accelerate their ideas.... Read More

Unemployment stays steady in March

For the fourth consecutive month, Indiana's unemployment rate remained at 3.1% in March. The Indiana Department of Workforce Development said Friday the state added 3,300 private sector jobs over the previous month.... Read More

IDOE names governor’s 2023 STEM team

The Indiana Department of Education has announced the four high school members of Governor Eric Holcomb’s 2023 STEM Team. The award recognizes high-achieving students who have demonstrated exceptional talent and accomplishments in the fields of science, technology, engineering, or math.... Read More

NIPSCO names gas operations leader

Merrillville-based Northern Indiana Public Service Company on Friday announced Orville Cocking as senior vice president of gas operations. Cocking most recently served as VP of operations for Orange & Rockland Utilities in New York.... Read More