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Michigan Lawmakers Move To Review Sex-Ed Standards On Gender And Sexual Orientation
(LANSING) - Michigan lawmakers are weighing new legislation that would give the state Legislature greater authority over future education standards, including health and sex education guidelines.House Bill 5364 was introduced after the State Board of Education approved updated health education st...
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Indiana Lawmakers Advance Bill To Speed Access To Cancer Drugs
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Indiana lawmakers are moving forward with legislation aimed at giving patients with advanced cancer faster access to prescription medications recommended by their doctors.House Bill 1114, authored by Rep. Cherrish Pryor (Dem, 94th District), cleared the House Insurance Committee ...
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Preparing Your Home For Sub-Zero Temperatures
(ANGOLA) - As sub-zero temperatures sweep across the tri-state area, experts are urging homeowners to take immediate steps to prevent costly and potentially dangerous property damage.One of the most critical concerns is protecting plumbing. Homeowners are advised to insulate exposed pipes in unhe...
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Bill Allowing Online Lottery Sales Dies At Statehouse
(INDIANAPOLIS) - A bill that would have allowed the Hoosier Lottery to sell tickets online and offer instant games on its website will not advance this legislative session.The proposal cleared an Indiana House committee earlier this month but was pulled from Thursday's House calendar and never b...
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MORE DETAILS: Steuben, DeKalb Counties Added To Casino Relocation Legislation
(INDIANAPOLIS) - Steuben and DeKalb counties are now on the list of communities that could be eligible for a relocated casino under legislation advancing at the Indiana Statehouse.The Indiana House Public Policy Committee voted 9-1 on Thursday to amend House Bill 1038, expanding the number of co...
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Too Cold Outside? How to Warm Up and Have Fun in Steuben County This Weekend
(ANGOLA) - With bitter cold settling in across northeast Indiana, Steuben County residents may be trading outdoor plans for something indoors -- and there's no shortage of ways to stay warm and entertained this weekend, according to the Steuben County Tourism Bureau. Art lovers can start at the g...
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Michigan Jobless Rate Unchanged In December
(LANSING) - Michigan's seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was unchanged in the month of December.According to data released by the Michigan Department of Technology, Management & Budget, the unemployment rate remained at 5%. Employment decreased by 9,000 over the month and the number of un...
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Bronson Issues Run Water Advisory Due To Extreme Cold
(BRONSON) - The City of Bronson has issued an official "Run Water Advisory" for all municipal water customers.The advisory is in effect from Thursday evening, January 22 through Tuesday January 27. This is a proactive measure to prevent residential and commercial water service lines from freezing...
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Isa Introduces Legislation To Protect Emergency Medical Services
(INDIANAPOLIS) - A bill has been written that would protect Indiana patients and emergency medical providers by streamlining the claims process.State Representative Tony Isa authored the legislation, that would also prevent delays in care or payment stemming from prior authorization demands.House...
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Casino Bill Amendment Puts Steuben and DeKalb Counties in Play
(INDIANAPOLIS) - A major shift at the Statehouse has dramatically expanded the casino debate in northeast Indiana, opening the door for a relocated casino license to land in one of four counties instead of just Allen County. The Indiana House Public Policy Committee on Thursday approved an amend...
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