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State Comptroller’s Office Warns of Misleading Mailing 

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STATEHOUSE — Indiana State Comptroller Elise Nieshalla is alerting Hoosiers to a mailing involving letters falsely claiming to be from the Comptroller’s Office. Correspondence appearing with official-looking logos are being sent to individuals and business owners requesting immediate action.

“An entity posing as the State Comptroller’s Office is dishonest and violates the public’s trust,” said Comptroller Nieshalla, “I want to ensure all Hoosiers are aware of these attempts and how to recognize a legitimate communication from our office to best protect themselves.”

What to Know: 

  • The Comptroller’s Office will never request personal payments by mail
  • Legitimate mail from the Office will always include:
    • The official State seal (the Comptroller’s Office does not have its own logo)
    • A return address from 200 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN
    • Contact information for verification

If you receive suspicious mail claiming to be from the Comptroller’s Office, do not respond or send money. 

What to Do: 

  • Verify – Contact the Comptroller’s Office directly at comments@comptroller.in.gov or 317-232-3300
  • Report – Suspected fraud should be reported to the Indiana Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division at in.gov/attorneygeneral
  • Stay Informed – Follow the Comptroller’s Office on social media for news and alerts:

This alert is part of Comptroller Nieshalla’s commitment to fraud prevention and taxpayer protection. In partnership with the Indiana Office of Technology and the State Treasurer’s Office, the State Comptroller’s Office released the Cyber Attack & Fraud Prevention Information & Resource Guide for local government entities, which outlines best practices for safeguarding public systems and finances. Key recommendations include:

  • Dual authorization for payments and vendor updates
  • Routine employee training on fraud awareness
  • Multi-factor authentication and consistent system backups

The State Comptroller’s Office remains steadfast in its mission to safeguard taxpayer resources and defend public trust. Staying vigilant, verifying suspicious communications and reporting fraudulent activity, the Office and Hoosiers can partner as a necessary shield of defense.

American Red Cross Indiana Region Partners with Goodwill Industries for Blood Drive ahead of Turkey Day 5K

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Donate blood and give the gift of life this holiday season!

EVANSVILLE, Ind. — The Southwest Chapter of the American Red Cross Indiana Region is partnering with Goodwill Industries to provide runners, walkers and fans of the 36th Annual Turkey Day 5K with the opportunity to donate lifesaving blood this holiday season. You can help bring patients comfort and hope by donating at a blood drive on Monday, November 24, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Goodwill Corporate Headquarters located at 5001 Washington Avenue, Evansville, IN 47715.

Give something that means something and make an appointment to give blood by visiting RedCrossBlood.org and entering sponsor code GOODWILLEVV or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood, and we depend on the generosity of volunteer donors to help save lives.

Click here to download b-roll.

Those who donate blood during the drive and make a material goods donation to any Evansville Goodwill location in November will receive a free long-sleeve Turkey Day 5K t-shirt, while supplies last. Simply show a donation receipt as proof of your contribution after you give blood.

The American Red Cross is teaming up with the legendary PAC-MAN to celebrate 45 years of gaming and to invite donors to make an impact! Those who come to give blood Nov. 17-Dec. 7, 2025, will receive an exclusive pair of Red Cross x PAC-MAN socks, while supplies last. Plus, donors who come give during that same time frame will also get a custom Red Cross x PAC-MAN GASHAPON®. Quantities of this one-of-a-kind collectible capsule toy from PAC-MAN are limited and while supplies last. For details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/PACMAN.

Successful donations in November will also get free A1C testing (one result per donor in a 12-month period). For details, visit RedCrossBlood.org/diabetes.

EPD to Increase Holiday Patrols to Promote Safe Roads

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As we prepare for holiday celebrations, The Evansville Police Department is partnering with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute to keep roads safe and prevent traffic fatalities as part of the annual Safe Family Travel campaign, supported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

From November 26 through the end of December, officers will focuses on impaired driving, aggressive driving, and seat belt violations. Officers will be conducting sobriety checkpoints and saturation patrols to deter unsafe driving and encourage seat belt use.

Alcohol-impaired driving remains one of the leading causes of fatal crashes, especially during the holiday season. Likewise, failure to wear a seat belt continues to be one of the most preventable causes of death on the road. “Driving safely is a shared responsibility,” said Sgt. Nick Winsett. “If you plan to drink, plan a safe ride home. Stay sober behind the wheel or arrange a sober ride before the night begins.”

Motorists are encouraged to call 911 to report unsafe or impaired drivers. For more safety tips, visit www.nhtsa.gov/risky-driving

Landlords endangered tenants with uninhabitable conditions at Indy apartments, lawsuit alleges

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Attorney General Todd Rokita files civil action against Lake Castleton Apartments management 

Attorney General Todd Rokita and his Homeowner Protection Unit team have filed a civil lawsuit against the owners and property managers of Lake Castleton Apartments in Indianapolis, alleging that they have systematically failed to repair critical systems such as air conditioning and plumbing.

Further, the landlords ignored or failed to promptly address over 130 health code citations, the lawsuit alleges, and continued leasing uninhabitable units in violation of state law.

“We are committed to protecting vulnerable Hoosiers from exploitative practices that threaten their safety and well-being,” Attorney General Rokita said. “All landlords have a legal and moral duty to provide habitable housing, and when they repeatedly fail to do so, my office will hold them accountable. We especially see problems with out-of-state landlords.”

Defendants in this case are Lake Castleton Owner LLC, the property owner, and Pepper Pike Property Management LLC, the property management company. Both are foreign limited liability companies registered with the Indiana Secretary of State.

The lawsuit alleges they conducted business in Indiana without fulfilling basic landlord obligations. The complex, which consists of approximately 1,261 units across 97 two-story buildings, is located at 7601 Carlton Arms Drive, Indianapolis. It was acquired in March 2022 by Cleveland-based Pepper Pike Capital Partners for a record $171 million — the highest price ever paid for a single apartment property in Indiana at the time.

Allegations of uninhabitable conditions — including broken air conditioning units, sewage backups, water damage, mold and pest infestations — have been corroborated by actions from the Health and Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Between July 2024 and September 2025, the health department filed approximately 132 ordinance violation cases against the defendants. As of October 24, 2025, 14 of these cases resulted in judgments against Lake Castleton Owner LLC.

Consumer complaints filed with the Attorney General’s office further detail the harm, with tenants reporting collapsed ceilings, prolonged lack of heat or hot water, unresponsive maintenance, and requests to remove negative reviews in exchange for concessions. Site visits by the Homeowner Protection Unit in April and May 2025 documented severe issues, such as damaged bathtubs and units unfit for habitation.

On Oct. 3, 2025, an agreed order appointed a receiver for the property in a separate Marion County court action, highlighting the severity of the ongoing problems.

The lawsuit alleges that the defendants’ conduct violates Indiana’s Deceptive Consumer Sales Act (Ind. Code § 24-5-0.5-1 et seq.) through unfair, abusive, and deceptive acts, including misrepresentations about habitability, as well as systemic violation of landlord-tenant laws under Ind. Code § 32-31-8. The lawsuit primarily aims to secure restitution for affected tenants, including financial losses, as well as injunctive relief to prevent further violations.

It also seeks civil penalties of up to $5,000 per knowing violation, treble damages for senior consumers and reimbursement of the Attorney General’s investigative costs. If necessary, the state may pursue additional remedies in light of the existing receivership. The lawsuit — which is linked here — also requests a jury trial.

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Representing Hoosiers in the 2026 legislative session

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The 2026 legislative session has officially started, with lawmakers gathering at the Statehouse for Organization Day this week. This is an opportunity for lawmakers to begin discussion on important issues facing our communities and start planning for session.

To stay informed and get involved in the legislative process, visit iga.in.gov. There, you can find helpful information on new law proposals, agendas and livestreams of session and committee meetings.

Your thoughts and feedback are important as I propose and consider new legislation. Contact me by email at h78@iga.in.gov or by calling 317-232-9759. I look forward to representing House District 78 during this upcoming session and being your voice at the Statehouse.

Sincerely,

State Representative,
Tim O’Brien

THUNDERBOLTS SCORE SIX IN SIXTH-STRAIGHT WIN, 6-2 OVER KNOXVILLE

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Evansville, In.:  The good times keep rolling for the Thunderbolts, who won their sixth consecutive game on Friday night at Ford Center, 6-2 over the Knoxville Ice Bears to move back into 2nd place in the league standings.  The Thunderbolts’ next home game at Ford Center will be on Saturday, November 22nd against the Knoxville Ice Bears at 7:00pm CT.
                In a mostly even first period, Jordan Simoneau broke the ice 17:17 into the game with a power move to the net, scoring on a power play from Scott Kirton.  Evansville built on their lead immediately in the second period, with Kirton scoring only 20 seconds in off a net front pass, assisted by Tyson Gilmour and Keanan Stewart.  At 3:55, a loose puck near the net was cashed in by Derek Contessa, assisted by Aidan Litke to make it 3-0 Evansville.  The Ice Bears clawed their way back in, as Jared Westcott scored at 15:08 to make it 3-1, and at 9:17 of the third period Eric Olson closed the gap to 3-2.  Just minutes after scoring, Olson nearly scored again but was denied by Kristian Stead, who made a sprawling toe pad save to keep the Ice Bears from tying the game.  The save sparked the Thunderbolts, who at 15:24 regained the multi-goal lead as Eelis Laaksonen stole the puck and set up Litke at the net-front to make it 4-2.  With 2:50 remaining, Evansville drew two penalties in the same sequence, one resulting in a power play and the other drawing a penalty shot.  Matthew Hobbs scored on the penalty shot, while Contessa scored on the ensuing power play at 17:43, assisted by Matt Clark and Isaac Chapman to round out the scoring at 6-2.  Evansville’s six goals are the current season-high, and the six-game winning streak is Evansville’s longest in the regular season since December 2019, when Evansville won seven games in a row between November 29th and December 20th, that streak currently standing as the franchise record.
Contessa led the way with two goals, Litke and Kirton scored a goal and assist each, and Simoneau along with Hobbs scored the other Evansville goals.   In goal, Kristian Stead finished with 34 saves on 36 shots on goal for his 8th win of the season.  The Thunderbolts and Ice Bears meet again on Saturday, November 22nd at Ford Center, with Evansville leading the season series 1-0.

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

FOOTNOTE: EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT information was provided by the EPD and posted by the City-County-County Observer without opinion, bias, or editing.

Indiana 211 Connects Hoosiers to Essential Winter and Holiday Resources Statewide

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As temperatures drop and the holiday season approaches, many Hoosiers find themselves needing extra support. Indiana 211 is a free, confidential service that connects Hoosiers with local health and human services. Indiana 211 is here to ensure that individuals and families across the state know exactly where to turn when they need help most. With one call, text, or click, Indiana 211 connects people to trusted, up-to-date community resources available in their area. 
 
Hoosiers can access a wide range of essential services through Indiana 211, including: 

  • Food assistance programs and local pantries  
  • Warming centers and shelters during cold weather 
  • Thanksgiving meals and holiday programs 
  • Help with housing, utility support, mental health services, and more 

Whether someone is facing a short-term challenge or navigating an ongoing need, Indiana 211 ensures they can quickly find safe, local, verified resources.  
 
How to Access Help 
 

Residents can explore available community resources by visiting in211.org or calling 2-1-1 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. The Indiana 211 database is updated continuously so every listing remains reliable, accurate and accessible.  

 
For Community Organizations 
 
Indiana 211 also encourages community partners to share new or updated information about food programs, holiday events, or winter warming sites. Organizations can send updates to in211database@fssa.in.gov or call the team 888-211-2402, Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Ensuring the database stays current helps us serve Hoosiers better, especially during critical times of the year. For assets that you can use on your social media channels visit the following webpage FSSA: Indiana 211 Promotional Materials. You will find the language to add to your social media page and the images you can use. 

 

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