IMPD seeks help in locating man
IMPD Seeks the Community’s Assistance in Locating a Missing Person Under Suspicious CircumstancesIndianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Missing Persons Detectives seek the public’s help locating 35-year-old Brandon Perry.Brandon is described as 5’10″, 220 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen on Sunday, May 26, 2024, in the 9500 block of Vandergriff Road. He left in his truck, which was pulling a trailer with his tools. The trailer was found on Monday, May 27, 2024, in the 7200 block of E. Thompson Road. His truck was found in the 5100 block of S. Emerson Avenue on Wednesday morning. If located, please call 911 immediately.
If you have information on his whereabouts, call 911, contact the IMPD Missing Persons Unit at 317.327.6160 or call Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana at 317.262.8477 or (TIPS). Citizens can also download the mobile P3tips app for Apple or Android phones to submit a mobile tip, or go to www.CrimeTips.org to submit a web tip. You will remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1000 if the information leads to a felony arrest. Only tips submitted directly and anonymously to Crime Stoppers are eligible for these cash rewards. This release may be updated as more information becomes available. Information given via Crime Stoppers should be considered anonymous.
IU Indianapolis expanding seamless admissions pilot program
An initiative making it easier for Indianapolis Public Schools students to enroll at Indiana University Indianapolis is expanding. In the fall, IU Indianapolis leaders announced a pilot program with IPS and EmployIndy to automatically admit seniors at Arsenal Tech, George Washington, Crispus Attucks and Shortridge high schools who have a 3.0 GPA or higher, beginning in fall 2024. The initiative is now expanding to include seniors at all high schools within IPS, including those in the Innovation Network. This expansion of the seamless admissions program will be effective in fall 2025.
The schools joining the pilot program for fall 2025 admission include Christel House Watanabe Manual High School, Herron High School, Herron-Riverside High School, Hope Academy High School, KIPP Indy Legacy High School, Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy, Purdue Polytechnic High School-Broad Ripple and Purdue Polytechnic High School Schweitzer Center at Englewood.
Instead of students having to apply, supply their high school transcripts, and pay an application fee, qualifying students will just need to fill out a short online form. The program gained popularity across IPS since the fall, leading IU Indianapolis to waive application fees for all IPS seniors applying for fall 2024. The campus hosted a series of events in the spring to encourage students to pursue post-secondary education and improve accessibility. IU Indianapolis also hosted events at multiple IPS high schools, in addition to inviting all IPS seniors to on-campus events.
Celebrate Limestone Heritage Month
All throughout June, you’re invited to take part in tours through limestone quarries and architecturally-notable places, witness the craft of limestone carving at workshops, browse extensive collections at exhibitions, and join in on many other festivities.
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Nonprofit Security Grant Program deadline approaching
The FFY 2024 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP-S) grant application window will close on May 30, 2024. To receive NSGP-S, organizations cannot be located in Hamilton or Marion Counties. Due to the deadline to return applications to FEMA, the application period for NSGP funding will be short. Indiana local applications are due to grants@dhs.in.gov by 5pm, May 30, 2024. All proposed projects are capped at $150,000. Visit the NSGP webpage for full information on the NSGP grant, including the necessary forms required to apply for funding.
The NSGP is a competitive reimbursement grant program intended to provide federal funding for physical security enhancements and other security-related activities to nonprofit organizations that are at risk of a terrorist attack. The NSGP seeks to integrate the preparedness activities of nonprofit organizations with broader state and local preparedness efforts. The program is open to all 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations located outside of Marion and Hamilton counties.
Candidates sought for 2025 Class of the Indiana Leadership Forum
The Indiana Leadership Forum is a statewide program designed to teach individuals more about government, public policy, and the political process as a way to encourage greater civic involvement at all levels. Many of our alumni have now taken on roles in local, state, and federal government as volunteers, staff members, and elected officials.
Monthly class sessions are held from November-June with an annual trip to Washington D.C. in May. The dates for each class can be found in the instructions on the application. If you know any qualified candidates who may be interested in joining the 2025 Class, please direct them to the application here. Applications are due by Friday, August 30th and interviews will be held the week of September 9th. Selections will be made by October 1st. 20 individuals per year are accepted.
This Week in Hoosier History
1911 – Ray Harroun won the inaugural Memorial Day Indianapolis 500 Mile Race, driving the yellow Marmon “Wasp” at an average speed of 74.6 mph. His prize money was $14,250.
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