Holcomb objects to toxic waste being sent to Indiana
The Environmental Protection Agency has determined that hazardous waste from the recent train wreck in East Palestine, Ohio, will be shipped to a landfill in an Indiana town called Roachdale, about 40 miles west of Indianapolis. Indiana’s Governor Holcomb made the following statement via social media:
“Regarding the EPA’s decision to transport hazardous materials from the #EastPalestine train derailment to an #Indiana facility. I continue to object to the EPA Administrator’s decision, from Washington, D.C., to move hazardous waste from the #EastPalestine train derailment to Indiana. Further, there has been a lack of communication with me and other Indiana officials about this decision.
After learning third-hand that materials may be transported to our state yesterday, I directed my environmental director to reach out to the agency. The materials should go to the nearest facilities, not moved from the far eastern side of Ohio to the far western side of Indiana.
I have made a request to speak to the administrator to discuss this matter. I want to know exactly what precautions will be taken in the transport and disposition of the materials.”
– Governor Eric Holcomb
March Events in Bloomington
Bloomington Trivia Championship Series Hosted by Skip Daley
Friday, March 3rd @ 7pm / Switchyard Park Pavilion, 1600 S. Rogers St.
Prizes are awarded to the top three teams. The Cabin Restaurant and Lounge is on-site with food, soda, beer, and wine available for purchase. Pre-registration is required at: https://bton.in/YvFwH.
Women’s History Month Luncheon
Thursday, March 23 @ 12:15pm / Monroe Convention Center, 302 S. College Avenue
The theme of this year’s event is ‘Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories’, which encourages the recognition of women, past and present, who have been active in all forms of media. This year’s keynote presenter is Indianapolis native Manón Voice, who has become a trusted voice in the arts and activism community. The luncheon will also recognize the 2023 Women’s Achievement Award winners, which include the 2023 Woman of the Year, the Toby Strout Lifetime Contribution Award, and the Emerging Leader Award. Tickets must be reserved in advance through the BCT Box Office located at 114 E. Kirkwood Ave. or online at bctboxoffice.org. The deadline to purchase tickets is March 13 at 5 p.m. Scholarships are available for individuals that need assistance purchasing a seat to attend the lunch. $25 per ticket; $275 for a reserved table of 8; scholarships available
Bloomington 2023 Mayoral Candidates Forum: Disabilities, Accessibility, and Inclusion
Thursday, March 30 @ 6pm / Council Chambers inside City Hall, 401 N. Morton St.
Stone Belt and the Council for Community Accessibility will co-sponsor a forum for candidates for the City of Bloomington Mayor on March 30, 6-7:30pm, at Bloomington City Hall, Council Chambers. It will include all declared candidates – currently Kerry Thomson, Susan Sandberg, Don Griffin, and Joe Davis. Paul Helmke, Director of Civic Leaders Center and Professor of Practice at the Paul H. O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs will moderate. People with disabilities will be able to submit questions to the event organizers, a group of Stone Belt Advocacy Committee members, and CCA Executive Committee members for consideration. We are looking for a broad representation of people with various disabilities and their advocates on issues of accessibility and inclusion. Submit your questions at https://bton.in/4JZlN by Wednesday, March 22. There will be an opportunity for questions from the audience. The forum will be broadcast over Zoom with captioning, including an ASL interpreter, and be recorded for later viewing upon request.
Mad Paws Doggie Egg Hunt
Saturday, April 1st from 1-3pm / Switchyard Park dog park, 1600 S. Rogers St.
Plastic eggs filled with dog treats and prizes are scattered throughout the dog park for your canine friends to find. After the hunt, visit exhibitor booths and register to win a door prize. Canine costumes are welcome! Well-behaved dogs, attached to their humans with leashes no longer than six feet, are welcome. All dog park rules apply. $5 per dog.
Ivy Tech summer camp registration is now available online at ivytech.edu/CLL
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