The Torch - August Issue

The Torch

State to stay in ‘Back on Track’ stage 4.5 until Aug. 27

Gov. Eric Holcomb wearing mask in a press conference

Governor Eric J. Holcomb recently announced that the state will remain in Stage 4.5 of the Back On Track Indiana plan until Aug. 27.

“This virus will take what we give it, so it is incumbent upon us to be on our best behavior, practicing physical distancing, good hygiene, and masking up,” Gov. Holcomb said.

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Virtual yoga returns this Friday!

Don’t miss your chance to be part of a free, fun, and relaxing virtual yoga session this Friday, Aug. 7!

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‘Run the State’ jogs (and hikes) into Ft. Harrison State Park - Registration open for all remaining events

Run the State event schedule

With a 5K and hike already “in the books” for the 2020 Run the State 5K and Hike Series, what’s the next (literal) step?

A 5K AND a hike, of course!

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IDDC encourages Hoosiers to ‘Make the Promise’ as businesses reopen

we made the promise campaign promo

The Indiana Destination Development Corporation (IDDC) has just initiated a new campaign, HoosierHospitalityPromise.com.

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Be Well Crisis Hotline to further assist Hoosiers during COVID-19 pandemic

Be well indiana hotline

The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) recently announced the launch of the Be Well Crisis Helpline, a confidential resource available through Indiana 211 that will allow Hoosiers to call and speak with a trained counselor 24/7.

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