Bill encouraging young entrepreneurs advances to Senate
The Indiana House of Representatives advanced legislation co-authored by State Rep. Jim Pressel (R-Rolling Prairie) that he said would remove regulations on child-run lemonade stands and support young Hoosier entrepreneurs.
Pressel, who pursued similar legislation in the past, said children who operate a lemonade stand in their front yard can receive a citation from the local health department. That’s because Indiana law requires such vendors to receive an inspection and permit, and local homeowners’ associations can also ban these booths. Pressel said it’s time for Indiana’s law to change so that young Hoosier entrepreneurs are encouraged.
Pressel said House Bill 1019 would allow kids to sell lemonade or other non-alcoholic beverages on private property without needing a permit or license, or pay any fees. Local health departments, counties, cities and homeowners’ associations would not be able to regulate or ban these stands as long as they do not last longer than two consecutive days or eight days in a month.
House Bill 1019 now heads to the Indiana Senate for consideration.
Bloomington’s Luncheon to celebrate Women’s History Month, March 28th
The City of Bloomington Commission on the Status of Women announces the 2024 Women’s History Month Luncheon, which will take place on Thursday, March 28th from 12-1:30pm at the Monroe Convention Center (302 S College Ave in Bloomington)
The national theme of Women’s History Month this year is Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. The theme recognizes women throughout the country who understand that, for a positive future, we need to eliminate bias and discrimination entirely from our lives and institutions.
This year’s keynote presenter is Karrah Herring, J.D. In November 2020, Governor Eric Holcomb appointed Ms. Herring to his cabinet as Indiana’s first-ever Chief Equity, Inclusion and Opportunity Officer. Ms. Herring is a native and resident of South Bend, IN. She received her undergraduate degree from Purdue University, and received her Juris Doctorate from Valparaiso University School of Law.
The luncheon will also recognize the 2024 Women’s Achievement Award winners, which include the following award categories: 2024 Woman of the Year, the Toby Strout Lifetime Contribution Award, and the Emerging Leader Award. The winners of these awards will be announced soon!
Additionally, women owned-businesses and local organizations for women are invited to reserve exhibit space for the luncheon. Exhibits will be available for viewing by luncheon attendees prior to the start of the program. Sponsorship opportunities are available to businesses and organizations. Those interested in sponsoring the luncheon, may complete a sponsorship form.
Doors to the luncheon will open at 11:15 a.m., with the program beginning at 12:15 p.m. The cost of tickets is $35.00 per seat or $350.00 for a reserved table for eight. Tickets must be reserved in advance through the BCT Box Office located at 114 E Kirkwood Ave, or online at the BCT website. Tickets are available beginning February 5th. The deadline to purchase tickets is March 20, 2024 at 5 p.m. Scholarships are available for individuals that need assistance purchasing a seat to attend the lunch.
Kelley School online MBA No. 1, nursing master’s No. 2 in U.S. News national online program rankings
Indiana University has once again been recognized as a national leader in online education with numerous top 10 programs in the 2024 U.S. News and World Report Best Online Program rankings.
This is the third consecutive year that the Kelley Direct Online MBA Program at the IU Kelley School of Business was named the best online MBA program in the U.S. Photo by James Brosher, Indiana University
The Kelley Direct Online MBA Program at the IU Kelley School of Business was named the best online MBA program in the U.S. for the third consecutive year, with five specialty programs also ranked first or second nationally. The master’s degree program at the IU School of Nursing is ranked No. 2 nationally; its online master’s degree in nursing education also ranked second nationally. Four specialty programs at the IU School of Education in Bloomington also ranked in the top 10.
IU’s online bachelor’s degrees ranked first in Indiana and 20th nationally, with the full roster of rankings reflecting the holistic quality of IU Online degree programs.
This is the seventh time since 2013, when U.S. News began ranking online degree programs, that Kelley Direct has been ranked No. 1. This latest recognition arrives as the IU Kelley School marks the 25th anniversary of the program.
IMAGINE IFF 3-Day Program from the Indiana Fashion Foundation
Ever wondered where to start with your design ideas? Concerned about costs, finding customers, or the production process? Say no more!
Join the IMAGINE IFF 3-Day Program (Bootcamp Style), where the Indiana Fashion Foundation will guide you from ideation to a vetted concept. Stop wondering and start creating your fashion journey!
This program will take place from March 27th-29th and will convene virtually. Learn more about the Imagine IFF Program.
This Week in Hoosier History
The Indiana Tumbler and Goblet Company was incorporated in Greentown, Indiana. The factory was destroyed by fire in 1903 and today the many beautiful pieces of “Greentown Glass” are highly prized.
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