Pence to appear on CNN this morning
WASHINGTON — U.S. Rep. Mike Pence, R-Ind., is scheduled to appear on CNN’s “State of the Union” at 9 a.m. today.
Pence was expected discuss the health care bill.
CNN appears on channel 34 on Comcast Cable.
Census bureau still needs workers
MUNCIE — The Census Bureau is still testing for employment, possibly through March, so time is running out to take the test to be employed. Temporary, part-time positions will be offered.
To take the test bring either one current passport as ID: or 2 forms of ID including one driver’s license plus Social Security card or birth certificate. For other acceptable IDs call for information at 587-1720.
Testing will be held at Middletown Library on High Street on Monday at 9:30 a.m. and also at 1 p.m.; and Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.
Anderson Public Library, 111 E. 12th St., is also testing several times — Saturday, at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Sunday, at 2 p.m.; Monday, at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Wednesday, at 3 and 6 p.m.; Friday, March 26, at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.; and Saturday, March 27, at 11 a.m.
Other testing will be at 3 p.m. today at the Pendleton Library, 595 E. Water St., Pendleton.
Tea Party assembly set for Beulah Park
ALEXANDRIA — A Tea Party Assembly will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 24, at Beulah Park in the Emery Lee Building.
Guest speakers are to include State Rep. Jack Lutz, R-Anderson; Richard Behney, candidate for U.S. Senate; and Don Bates, candidate for U.S. Senate.
ANDERSON — WHBU’s morning talk show, “Anderson Live,” will remain on hiatus until April 5.
The station recently announced the hiring of Doug Zook as new station manager and host of “Anderson Live,” which broadcasts from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays.
Bruce Law of WHBU said Zook was originally scheduled to begin his new position on April 1, but his start date had to be pushed back. In the meantime, Law said, WHBU will air “Good Day,” a syndicated radio show hosted by Doug Stephan.
Cancer screenings scheduled
ANDERSON — Saint John’s Cancer Center, in cooperation with the American Cancer Society, Madison County chapter, will offer free screenings for head and neck cancer on April 10.
Each screening is painless and only takes about 10 minutes.
Oral surgeon Chris Kinney, D.D.S., will be conducting the screenings by appointment at the Saint John’s Cancer Center, 2020 Meridian St., Suite 100.
For an appointment, call the Cancer Society at 642-6603. Appointment times are limited.
Local News
Local news briefs for Sunday, March 21
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Iraq veteran displaced after apartment fire
Firefighters were able to extinguish the flames at Courtyard Apartments, 2725 W. 16th St., but the damage had been done. With the exception of the sweatpants and sweatshirt he slept in, Brandon Wilson lost everything.
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Eastern Kentucky professor conducts Wigwam survey
Interest in the 9,000-seat Wigwam has spread a lot farther than here in Anderson. A professor of economics at Eastern Kentucky University sent out 800 surveys about the historic gymnasium in November.
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Measles can lead to more sicknesses
Some people may question if the measles outbreak is a big deal or if 13 confirmed cases in central Indiana is a worrisome number. But health officials have their reasons to be concerned and to want the rare virus to be contained.
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Local man kept Super Bowl books
Brad Bowman didn’t hobnob with Hollywood stars or escort sports notables around Indianapolis. Important as those duties were Super Bowl week, his job as chief financial officer of the host committee was more vital, if less glamorous.
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Legislature looks at expanding historic preservation tax credits
Under a bill that’s gaining support in the Indiana Legislature, the maximum annual amount of historic-preservation tax credits available to investors would quadruple.
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Police discover drugs, paraphernalia in home
Police have arrested two men they say were involved in the manufacturing and selling of methamphetamine.
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Mostly cloudy skies
Mostly cloudy skies today with highs in the mid 40s.
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State police arrest man for trafficking with Pendleton inmate
State police made an arrest Wednesday morning, after prison staff at the Correctional Industrial Facility noticed a man throw a package over the fence.
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Adult education GED classes offered
Anderson Community Schools is offering classes in GED preparation, English Language classes and Basic Education Refresher classes for the 2011-12 school year.
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Local Briefs: Feb. 16
A compilation of news items as published in the Thursday edition of the Herald Bulletin.
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