The new spending package includes funding for roads, parks, urban forests and more.
Tag: public health
Posted inNeighborhoods
Company behind proposed Indy data center revealed in new documents
Google was named as the company behind a proposed data center in Franklin Township.
Posted inHealth
Youth tobacco use continues to decline but nicotine pouches gain popularity
While still less commonly used than vaping, the percentage of high schoolers who reported trying nicotine pouches doubled from 2022 to 2024.
Posted inHealth
Indiana made an unprecedented investment in public health. It’s being cut 2 years in.
Indy’s department will only get $6 million to improve vaccinations and maternal health — a 70% cut.
Posted inHealth
How to sign up for free diabetes education classes in Indy
The June classes are 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays at the Martindale Brightwood library branch.
Posted inGovernment
Indiana measles outbreak ends, Allen County says
Eight cases were reported near Fort Wayne, but none since April 21.
Posted inGovernment
Why homelessness became the focus of a city director hearing
Andrew Merkley is the mayor’s pick to lead the Office of Public Health and Safety.
Posted inHealth
SNAP, soda and cuts: Inside the fight to ‘Make Indiana Healthy Again’
A movement heralded by RFK Jr. and Dr. Oz finds an ally in Indiana.
Posted inHealth
Black mothers can learn about health resources at EmpowerHer event
You can hear from experts and meet with community vendors.
Posted inHealth
First measles case reported in Indiana amid national outbreak
No cases have been reported in Marion County.
