December 2012: Volume 7 : Number 12

Longest serving state employee retires from Department of Health 2013 State Holidays On Oct. 19, Louis Douglas, 89, attended Purdue University and in of , retired from the 1947, earned a Bachelor’s Degree in The state of observes Indiana Department of Health after Bacteriology/Chemistry. twelve holidays, with two 65 continuous years of service. He more added during elections is the longest serving Indiana state After receiving his degree, Douglas years. employee in history. Governor Mitch began his career with the State on Daniels and Adjutant General Martin October 16, 1947, as a bacteriologist Linked below is the list of the 2013 state holidays and the Umbarger honored Douglas for his with the Indiana Board of Health dates they are observed. service during a private meeting Serology Lab. His salary at the on Oct. 15, where they presented time was $200 a month. His first him with the Indiana Distinguished paycheck, which was for one day’s Service Medal. work, was less than $3.

Douglas was born in 1923 in Indiana. Over the past 65 years, he has Prior to joining the State, he served worked as a serologist (which is in the Army Air Force and was the study of bodily fluids), rabies deployed to India during World specialist, virology specialist, War II. After serving with honor, bacteriologist, and most recently as he returned to Indiana where he a microbiologist within the Dairy Department. In this issue: Douglas 2 • SECC results plans to • INDOT awards continue his • Deductions begin soon service to 3 the state as • DNR fee changes • Indiana Parks discount a volunteer 4 at the • Popular Science award Indiana War 5 • First responders Memorial • Discounts: Sports, hotels Museum. 9 & Great Wolf Lodge One of his duties is The Torch is published monthly by the State Personnel Department and is providing available online at www.in.gov/spd tours in the Submit your story ideas in an email Adjutant General Martin Umbarger pins the Indiana World War to: [email protected] Distinguished Service Medal on Louis Douglas during a II section of Follow us on: private meeting with Governor Daniels on Oct. 15 (Photo by the museum. Dan Axler). SECC Employees completed a great Work of Heart for the 2012- 2013 SECC While the totals are not yet finalized, $5 donation. Governor Mitch Daniels • Department of Insurance raised the State Employee Community and Lt. Governor Becky Skillman 22 percent more than the previous Campaign (SECC) joined state cabinet members as year. met the challenge celebrity ice scoopers for this • Department of Correction’s issued by SECC Chair event, raising more than $1,800 for Central Office raised more than Commissioner Lori the Indiana Trails Foundation. $38,000 or 27 percent over their Torres to collect $1.2 goal. million. Commissioner Several agencies exceeded their goals • The Indiana Women’s Prison Torres believes the “A for this year’s campaign. Below raised 26 percent more than the Work of Heart” theme for are just a few of those outstanding previous year. this year, is the perfect description results: • Plainfield Correctional Facility of what we as state employees have • Department of Revenue is again raised 65 percent over their goal, accomplished. the top raising agency. They equal to more than $18,000 over raised more than $111,000 their goal. The preliminary result of the 2012 and exceeded their goal by 11 • Henryville Correctional Facility SECC is currently at $1,264,286 percent. They also increased their raised $4,503 over previous year. and is the most raised by state Champion donors to 262. • FSSA Administration raised employees over the 34 years. The • State Personnel Department more than $20,000 which was 23 number of Champion donors has exceeded their goal by $16,197 percent more than the previous increased to 1,553, an increase of 130 and increased their number of year. members or 9 percent. The number Champion donors to 51. • Office of Utility Consumer of Torchbearers has increased to • Commission on Public Records Counselor raised 26 percent more 197. This money helps nearly 1,600 more than doubled their goal than the previous year. charities to keep providing critical amount. • State Park raised 77 programs in our communities. • Evansville Psychiatric Children’s percent more than the previous Center raised 20 percent more year. “While payroll deduction is the life than their goal. blood of the SECC campaign, the Visit insecc.org for more information. amount of enthusiasm for special fundraisers put on by agency volunteers has been truly a Work of Heart” said Commissioner Torres. “From chili cook-offs to book sales, candy, pie and snack attack fundraisers, and the cabinet’s first ever ice cream social, state employees have again demonstrated, in what looks to be a record breaking amount of donations, deep care and concern for their communities. Thank you to each and every state employee who donated even a dollar to advance the goals of the SECC.”

Commissioner Torres organized the first multi-agency SECC Agency heads join Governor Mitch Daniels and Lt. Governor Becky Skillman to event: an ice cream social. Ice serve ice cream at the first SECC multi-agency fundraising event (Photo by Dan cream sundaes with all the Axler). trimmings were available for a

2 The Torch INDOT INDOT’s Business Practices Receive Major Engineering Awards The American Association of State specific initiatives recognized by its vans and pickup trucks to run Highway and Transportation Officials AASHTO and ITE. AASHTO on cleaner-burning, domestic (AASHTO) and the Institute of recognized INDOT’s DamageWise propane. INDOT owns the largest Transportation Engineers (ITE) have program with its President’s Award statewide network of 115 propane recognized the Indiana Department of for Performance Excellence, while fueling sites, allowing fuel to be Transportation (INDOT) with national the I-69 Kitchen Table Meetings purchased in bulk at half the cost and international and Alternative Fuel Vehicles of regular unleaded. performance received Gold Performance awards. Excellence Awards in 2011 and These programs, and dozens like 2012, respectively. In May, them now adopted or in various In August, ITE Governor Daniels also awarded stages of adoption, are illustrative presented INDOT the DamageWise program a of a fundamentally new approach in with its Public Public Service Achievement how INDOT conducts its business. Agency Council Award. For more information about INDOT, Achievement please visit www.indot.IN.gov or Award of 1. DamageWise: Approximately follow us at www.socialmedia.indot. Excellence for “transforming its 4,000 motor vehicle crashes each IN.gov. business practices by implementing year damage state property such innovative, creative and fiscally as guardrails, cable barriers, responsible solutions.” At its Annual signs, bridges, pavement, traffic Deductions begin in Meeting in Pittsburgh on Nov. 18, signals and lighting structures. December AASHTO presents INDOT with its Reimbursement for repair costs Health, dental, vision, Health President’s Award for Performance has doubled after implementation Savings Accounts and Flexible Excellence. of best practices identified in a Spending Accounts changes or joint research project with Purdue enrollments are effective January “INDOT utilizes innovative University. In Fiscal Year 2012, 1, 2013. Life insurance changes or management, construction and INDOT recovered $3.81 million. enrollments that do not require financing methods to achieve our Evidence of Insurability with mission,” said Commissioner Michael 2. I-69 Kitchen Table Meetings: approval from AUL are effective Jan. Cline. “INDOT’s values drive our Interstate 69 construction between 6, 2013, for payroll A and Jan. 13, approach to deliver quality results for Evansville and Indianapolis is 2013, for payroll B. our customers, partners and employees breaking records for speed of at the lowest possible cost.” development and construction. Deductions for health, dental and To prepare for the accelerated vision begin: INDOT has realized tens of millions schedule, INDOT began offering • Payroll A: Dec. 19, 2012 (9 days of dollars in cost savings by adopting “kitchen table meetings” in which at old plans & rates; 5 days for more efficient policies and procedures, customer service representatives new plans & rates) combining and streamlining provided property owners with • Payroll B: Dec. 26, 2012 (2 days procurement, and achieving reductions information about the land at old plans & rates; 12 days for in operational costs. While Governor acquisition process. Nearly all new plans & rates) Daniels’ Major Moves program has property owners accepted offers nearly doubled Indiana’s highway for the personalized meetings, Deductions for the Flexible Spending construction, INDOT has the smallest resulting in field work being Accounts and Health Savings staffing levels in recent memory with completed in a safer, more Accounts begin: 3,634 current employees. Efficiencies efficient and customer-oriented • Payroll A: Jan. 2, 2013* gained are reinvested into capital manner with fewer adverse • Payroll B: Jan. 9, 2013 expenditures or highway maintenance. impacts. *Note: No FSA or HSA contributions INDOT’s improved culture, creative 3. Alternative Fuel Vehicles: In will be made on 12/31/13 thinking and teamwork have resulted response to fluctuating gas prices, in the implementation of the three INDOT converted nearly 600 of

3 The Torch DNR Some state park and reservoir fees to change in 2013 Visitors to Indiana state parks and In 2006, the Indiana Natural Resources end of the year by purchasing online reservoirs can expect some changes Commission approved a fee structure either an SPR Go! Value Package or in user fees in 2013. But the daily that gives the DNR director flexibility a Holiday Gift Pack. Pricing on both entrance rate of $5 remains the same. in setting rates for entrance, camping, of these packages remain the same swimming, boat launching and many through the end of 2012. The sale “Our goal, as always, is to provide the other facilities and services. None of these packages continues through best state parks and facilities we can of the fee changes for 2013 move Mother Nature’s Mercantile at www. for our visitors,” DNR director Rob pricing at or even near the top of the innsgifts.com. Carter said. “We’ve made minor fee ranges established by the Commission, adjustments in the past to keep pace and many activities remain free Camping reservations for Memorial with the costs of meeting that goal. after paying the gate entrance fee. Day Weekend, 2013 are now being It’s now time to make a few additional Some of those accepted. To reserve changes, while also keeping in mind activities include a campsite, cabin, family budgets and the economic hiking, biking, recreation, building challenges Hoosiers are facing.” visiting nature or shelter, visit centers, enjoying camp.IN.gov or call Some of the changes in fees include: most interpretive 1-866-6CAMPIN programs, (1-866-622-6746). • Annual entrance permits picnicking and increases from $36 to $40 for birding. Indiana residents. The annual out-of-state entrance permit Visitor fees provide increases from $46 to $60. about 67 percent of the funding for Annual entrance permits also services, staff and the natural and may be used for entrance to the cultural resources visitors enjoy when interpretive center at Falls of the they visit a state park or reservoir. Ohio State Park. About 33 percent of the funding • Camping rates increase by $1 comes from monies appropriated by to $4 depending on the type of the General Assembly from general facilities, but weekday campers fund tax dollars. still get a better rate. TWO nights for • Swimming pool fees increase “Modest, periodic adjustments in from $2/person/day to $3/person/ fees help us maintain services,” said the price of ONE day. A family swimming pass is Dan Bortner, director of the DNR $50 for a 25-visit pass, which Division of State Parks & Reservoirs. At Indiana State Park Inns can reduce the per person/per “This approach was championed by Nov. 26, 2012 – Feb. 28, 2013 day cost to $2. Swimming passes Col. , the founder of Valid at any of the 7 locations. have no expiration date, and can our state park system, from its very Must stay 2 consecutive nights. be used from one year to the beginning in 1916. It is a philosophy Sunday – Thursday. next. that we still believe in today. Make your reservations online, or • Cabin rates increase by $5 a day in some locations. “There aren’t many places you can by calling 1.877.LODGES1 www.IndianaInns.com • The annual motorized lake permit go and enjoy a weekend with several increases from $20 to $22. thousand acres of forest, prairie or *Offer is subject to availability and • Some state park inn rooms wetlands wrapped around you. A visit cannot be combined with any other increase between 99 cents to one of our state parks or reservoirs discount nor used for groups. Not valid and $4.95/night depending on is still a great value.” Dec. 21, 2012 – Jan. 1, 2013. location and amenities. Recreation users have a great For a complete list of fees, visit opportunity for savings through the stateparks.IN.gov/2391.htm.

4 The Torch INDOT First Responders Magazine honors Hoosiers were first to respond to help after INDOT Bridge Project Hurricane Sandy A bridge project connecting southern State employees played an important the IMAT and AHIMTs were merged Indiana to Kentucky is receiving part in responding to Hurricane Sandy and sent to Long Beach, New York. national attention. The innovative and helping people on the East Coast. The EMS Strike Teams returned home design and construction methods Led by the Indiana Department of in early November, followed by the used on the Milton- Homeland Security (DHS), nearly IMAT and AHIMT on Nov. 11. Madison Bridge 200 state and local responders were Both the IMAT and AHIMT helped Project have received deployed, including two separate state manage the overall incident for local a “Best of What’s Incident Management Assistance jurisdictions. The EMS teams provided New” award from Teams (IMAT). medical care. Popular Science magazine. “We believe Indiana was one of the first A second IMAT was deployed to states, if not the first state, to answer replace the existing team in the City of “For 25 years, Popular Science has calls for help from the East Coast in Long Beach. The team was split into honored the innovations that surprise response to Hurricane Sandy and the two groups. One managed the incident, and amaze us − those that make a Nor’easter that devastated the region,” and the other assisted with donation positive impact on our world today said Joe Wainscott, DHS director. and volunteer coordination. The team and challenge our view of what’s “Indiana is very fortunate to have such returned to Indiana on Nov. 24, after possible in the future,” said Jacob capable and dedicated emergency spending the Thanksgiving holiday in Ward, editor-in-chief of Popular response professionals who are willing New York. Science. to go above and beyond their daily call of duty to assist our neighbors during Those deployed included public safety “The creative approach used in this disaster.” professionals from IDHS, Indiana replacing this bridge continues to University, IDHS Districts 1, 2, 4, 6, draw a lot of positive attention,” On Oct. 27, Indiana began receiving 7, 8, 9, and 10, Indiana Department said Kevin Hetrick, project manager requests for resources to aid with of Natural Resources, Indiana State for the Indiana Department of evacuation and response. IDHS Police, Indiana Office of Technology, Transportation. “There’s a lot of pride immediately in this truly exceptional project on increased both sides of the river.” staffing at the State The new U.S. 421 Milton-Madison of Indiana Bridge, which connects Milton, Emergency Ky., and Madison, Ind., is under Operations construction and scheduled for Center to completion in spring 2013. reach out to partners The Milton-Madison Bridge Project, within the a joint effort between the Indiana state to Department of Transportation evaluate and the Kentucky Transportation resources Cabinet, has received numerous that could awards. It was named one of the top be deployed This is the Incident Management Assistance Team (IMAT) that includes 10 bridge projects in the country by to assist. mostly state employees from various agencies. Roads & Bridges Magazine and has received several state and national Included were a state IMAT to Indiana Department of Labor, engineering awards for innovation. Maryland, two All Hazards Incident Integrated Public Safety Commission, For more information, visit www. Management Teams (AHIMT) to Department of Correction, and the MiltonMadisonBridge.com or follow New York and Maryland, and five Family Social Services Administration the project on Twitter. Emergency Medical Services Teams to New Jersey. During the deployment,

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For those of you in agencies served Did you receive a 15 day e-mail to • “Submitted w/o documentation” by State Personnel Department’s submit supporting documentation? status means that unless you centralized FML processing staff, we The deadline for attaching appropriate upload the proper documentation want to thank you for sharing your documentation is 15 calendar days by your deadline, your request will experiences with the new electronic from the date the email was sent. be automatically denied. FML process in PeopleSoft. We have • “Submitted” status means been listening to your feedback and Did you receive a 7-day e-mail to the documentation has been have put together a list of helpful hints submit clarifying documentation? The successfully uploaded and you that provides answers to your most deadline for attaching documentation should receive a response within frequently asked questions. If you still to clarify the information already 5 businesses days of submitting have questions, please visit the Family submitted is seven calendar days documentation. Medical Leave website at www. from the date the email was sent. That • Once processed, your request in.gov/spd/2397.htm, or call the FML information must be attached to your status will either show helpline toll free at 1-855-SPD-INHR original request. Do not enter a new, “Approved” or “Denied.” (1-855-773-4647) and choose the FML duplicate request for FML. Simply option. attach the documentation to your existing request. Did you have trouble uploading a document? The system does not like Do you need to request Serious Health State Park Holiday dots or characters in the file name. If Condition of Self/Spouse and Parenting your file name has dots or characters, Leave? Two separate FML requests Gift Pack you must resave it without these items are required to take leave both for and upload the document again. care during recovery from childbirth The Indiana State Parks are and for parenting leave with your offering a Holiday Gift Pack Not sure if your documentation new child. The documentation for again this season. This a uploaded? If you see your attachment the pregnancy/childbirth can be used perfect gift that’s one size fits in the “FMLA Attachments” box, then on the parenting leave request, too. all. your document has been uploaded In order to submit two requests, you Just $99, a $23 savings successfully and you must click “save must submit the first request, and then and submit.” If you had previously click “FMLA Request” in the menu The gift pack includes: submitted a FML request and have along the top of the page to return to • 2013 State Park Entrance come back to upload documentation, “Instructions” and submit a second permit (valid for admission you must click on “save and submit” request for the parenting leave. Want to all park/reservoir after attaching the document. to know the difference in the two leave properties) types? Review our Expectant Parent • $70 State Park Inn gift Trying to upload additional Packet documentation to your previously certificate (can be used for approved FML? If you have been lodging, meals, gift shop previously approved for FML and purchases) need to submit updated documentation • One year subscription to regarding your leave, you must contact Outdoor IN (6 issues per the FML line about including the new year that highlight the documentation in your PeopleSoft file. activities and beauty of our IN state parks) Not receiving e-mail communication? Verify the e-mail on your FML request Order online at and confirm that it is correctly spelled www.InnsGifts.com and active. Also, be sure to check Not sure the status of your request? Offer ends 12/31/12 your spam folder to see if messages Status is noted in the upper right hand were sent there. corner of the request screen.

6 The Torch State Museum Nature Holiday events at the Lt. Governor receives large contribution to State Musuem the Bicentennial Nature Trust Christmas has come to the . Celebrate it in stlye at Winding down gravel roads between the and the one of these holiday events: banks of the Ohio River lies a place former Governor Edgar Whitcomb calls Nov. 23 - Dec. 31 “Heaven.” The tiny town of Rome in Perry County has been the governor’s Celebration Crossing home for many years. Now he wants to share his picturesque view with all Celebration Crossing features the Hoosiers. Governor Whitcomb donated a gift of land to the Bicentennial nostalgia of the L.S. Ayres’ Christmas Nature Trust initiative. As co-chair of the Bicentennial Commission, Lt. window display, as well as more Governor Becky Skillman helped receive this generous gift. contemporary holiday fun. Visitors can ride the Santa Claus Express, visit The 144-acre plot boasts three log cabin homes, rare plant species and with Santa and get their photo taken, a tranquil view across the banks of the Ohio River. The property will be and participate in holiday and winter maintained by the Department of Natural Resources. Hoosiers will have the themed activities on all levels of the opportunity to enjoy this secluded retreat by renting one of the property’s museum. Make sure to check out cabins. Family New Years Eve on Dec. 31 and ring in the New Year with a balloon Governor Whitcomb’s drop at 8 p.m. gift came to the state at half of the appraised value and was paid for through the Bicentennial Nature Trust Fund. The fund is a collaboration of public dollars and private donations to support the Nature Trust projects.

The first twelve Bicentennial Nature Trust projects have been announced and they are receiving a collective total of more than $2.3 million. Projects will continue to be announced until the state fund is exhausted. Dec. 1, 2, 9, 15, 16, 22 & 23 Santa’s Holiday Breakfast The hope is that Gov. Whitcomb’s generous gift to the state inspires other Saturday seatings: 8:30, 9:00, 9:30 Hoosiers to donate land or treasure. These donations help preserve more Sunday seatings: 9:00, 9:30, 10 a.m. Indiana acreage for generations of Hoosiers to enjoy. Non-member: $26.50 Adults, $16.00 Child. Member: $20 Adult, $12 Child – Indiana celebrates 200 years of statehood in 2016. The state park system Children Under 3 Free. was created during the state’s centennial celebration in 1916. Now, the Families are invited to share a festive Bicentennial Nature Trust projects provide a lasting legacy for generations of breakfast with Mrs. Claus, Raggedy Hoosiers. Ann, Trumble the Train and other characters. Once you’ve enjoyed The Bicentennial Nature Trust was first announced by Governor Mitch your buffet meal, visit Santa at his Daniels during his 2012 State of the State Address. Bicentennial Commission holiday home, participate in the many co-chairs Lt. Governor Skillman and former Congressman Lee Hamilton holiday themed activities throughout honored this request by starting a statewide campaign to acquire property that the galleries and ride the Santa Claus protects conservation and recreation areas throughout the state. Express train in Celebration Crossing. The breakfast also includes gift bags for To read more about the Bicentennial Nature Trust projects, visit www.lg.in. children and museum admission. gov. To suggest a project or obtain more information, see www.in.gov/dnr/ For more information, call 317.232.1637 heritage/7309.htm. or visit indianamuseum.org.

7 The Torch Economy State touts record-breaking year for private sector job creation On Nov. 28, the Indiana Economic hourly wage of $22.35, above the The Finish Line, Appirio and Toyota, Development Corporation (IEDC) state’s current hourly wage of $19.66. all of which chose the Hoosier State announced that this year it has already Meanwhile, the average amount of this year as the location for multi- worked with 220 companies that have state conditional tax incentives offered million dollar investments and the made decisions to expand or establish to companies on a per job basis is creation of hundreds of new jobs. new business operations in Indiana, $8,916, down from around $37,000 in From Advanced Metal Technologies’ outpacing the 219 decisions by previous administrations. decision to locate 350 new jobs in companies announced at year-end last Jeffersonville to Sweetwater Sound’s year and every other year on record. “Under Governor Daniels’ leadership, plans to expand its Fort Wayne this administration headquarters adding 316 “With nearly five weeks left in the has taken pride in new jobs, communities year, 2012 has already broken the tackling challenging across the state are state’s all-time record for number of but common sense welcoming new career deals won,” said Dan Hasler, Secretary issues to make opportunities for of Commerce and chief executive Indiana the most Hoosiers every day. officer of the IEDC. “This is especially sought-after business remarkable considering the ongoing location in the “Indiana is on a concerns over the ‘fiscal cliff’ that country,” Hasler said. “From its right- hot streak and we have no plans to have caused many companies to curtail to-work status to its falling corporate slow down. We expect many more investment plans.” and property taxes to its AAA credit announcements in the month ahead The 220 companies anticipate rating, these results are proof that and look forward to placing a big investing $3.6 billion in their Indiana Indiana works for business.” exclamation point on the eight years of operations and creating 20,866 new success built by this administration,” jobs in the coming years. These new This announcement was driven by said Hasler. positions pay an expected average companies like Magnetation, Amazon, Daniels to receive Princeton’s top alumni honor On Nov. 14, Princeton University announced the selection of Governor Mitch Daniels as this year’s recipient of the Woodrow Wilson Award, the university’s top alumni honor. The governor was selected for his career of service in business and government.

“Governor Daniels embodies service,” said Cecilia Rouse, dean of the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs. “From serving multiple presidents to leading Indiana, his approach to government is both thoughtful and Governor Mitch Daniels stopped to talk with Emma Stir as her twin smart.” sister Caitlyn keeps a close eye on the conversation at the US 24 Port Ribbon Cutting event on November 14 in Fort Wayne. The governor receives the award and delivers remarks during Alumni Day activities at Princeton on Feb. 23.

8 The Torch Great Wolf Lodge discount Entertainment discounts Snowland begins Dec. 2 at Great Wolf Lodge Get your tickets to Explore the enchanted winter wonderland during Snowland, a holiday celebration December events from Dec. 2 through Dec. 24. Make new holiday traditions. Santa and Mrs. Claus appear along with other daily events as daily snow showers fall. Other great In Indianapolis, discounted tickets seasonal events during Snowland include: are available to two Indiana Pacers • Cub Club transforms into Santa’s workshop with a writing depot, wrapping home games, starting with Denver on depot and toy creation station. Friday, Dec. 7. Also, the Pacers host • North Pole University – Kids enjoy fun holiday assignments to earn a the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday, Dec. “Snowploma,” arcade tokens and surprise gift! 26. Both games start • Great Clock Tower Holiday Show and nightly Story Time with Rowdy the at 7 p.m. Get upper Reindeer. balcony level tickets • Strolling Carolers, Magicians, and Santa’s Goodie Band all make special for $8, lower balcony appearances with Mr. and Mrs. Claus, on Fridays and Saturdays only. level for $15 and club • Dine inside of the life size Gingerbread house, by reservation only, and with level for $39. donation to Big Brother Big Sisters. Click here for tickets and use the Book your reservation promotional code SEASON to early for Snowland at purchase. Contact Sam Elmore at either the Sandusky or (317) 917-2829 or via email selmore@ Mason lodges to enjoy pacers.com if you need assistance with lower room rates and your purchase. the state of Indiana discount! Use code Also in Indy, the Indiana Ice host INDI462B to enjoy two discount nights at Bankers Life the 20% discount off Fieldhouse in December. The Ice of our room rates at games are Dec. 13 at 6 p.m. and Dec. www.greatwolf.com. 31 at 7 p.m. Buy tickets here and use The offer is based upon STATE as the group ID. availability and some restrictions apply. You In Evansville, hockey fans can see the Dine inside of the life size Gingerbread house, must present your state Evansville Icemen for as much as $7 by reservation only, and with donation to Big ID upon check-in. off per ticket. Brother Big Sisters. There are three home contests in December with available ticket discounts. Contact Matt Kiel at mkiel@ evansvilleicemen.com or (812) 463- 6390 to purchase discounted tickets. Also see flyer for available games and ticket prices that is posted on the discount page.

If sports aren’t your thing, then VisitIndy is giving the gift of a getaway this holiday season by offering up Broadway in Indianapolis still has to 50 percent off at 20 of the top hotels. Stay at the Conrad Hotel for discounted seats available now to all only $149 or the Marriott Downtown for only $99. Northside hotels state employees. The next show is start at only $69! These are good for anyone who calls Indiana home. Jersey Boys, starting January 9. Visit After booking, you’ll also get discounts to Indy’s holiday events and the entertainment page for details on attractions. how to order these tickets online and view other discounts.

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