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Mark Messmer highlights #SchumerShutdown in series of posts on September 30, 2025

By G. D. Stoddard | Sep 30, 2025

Congressman Mark Messmer posted several tweets on September 30, 2025, using the hashtag #SchumerShutdown to address the government funding dispute.

Congressman Mark Messmer shares three posts on September 29, 2025

By A. J. Shook | Sep 29, 2025

Congressman Mark Messmer posted three links to his official X account on September 29, 2025.

Messmer backs bill to secure military pay during potential government shutdowns

By G. D. Stoddard | Sep 26, 2025

House Armed Services Committee member Mark Messmer (R-IN) has announced his support for H.R. 1932, the Pay Our Troops Act of 2026.

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Which ex-high school athletes from Southern Indiana area will compete in the week of Monday, Sept. 29?

By A. N. Cox | Sep 26, 2025

During the week beginning Monday, Sept. 29, these former Southern Indiana area high school athletes will be in action.

Congressman Mark Messmer addresses government funding, POW/MIA recognition, and Rosh Hashanah

By A. N. Cox | Sep 22, 2025

Congressman Mark Messmer published several posts between September 19-22, addressing topics including government funding votes, POW/MIA Recognition Day, and Rosh Hashanah.

Congressman Mark Messmer highlights tax relief and agricultural innovation in Indiana

By A. J. Shook | Sep 19, 2025

Congressman Mark Messmer used social media on September 18 and 19, 2025, to share news about working family tax cuts, agricultural research achievements at Purdue University, and opportunities for constituent assistance in Indiana's 8th District.

Congressman Mark Messmer highlights student tech challenge and honors military service

By A. N. Cox | Sep 18, 2025

Congressman Mark Messmer used his Twitter account in September 2025 to promote youth participation in a national app development competition and honor both the U.S. Air Force's anniversary and National Guard troops serving in Washington D.C. His...

Mark Messmer highlights Constitution Day and announces $2M grant for Newberry park

By A. J. Shook | Sep 17, 2025

Congressman Mark Messmer marked September 17 with posts celebrating Constitution Day and announcing a $2 million federal grant for a new recreational park in Newberry.

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Who are the ex-high school stars from Southern Indiana area competing on Saturday, Sept. 20?

By N. L. Rogers | Sep 17, 2025

These former Southern Indiana area high school standouts will be active on Saturday, Sept. 20.

House passes FAST VETS Act led by Rep. Mark Messmer

By G. D. Stoddard | Sep 16, 2025

The House of Representatives has passed H.R. 4446, known as the Focused Assistance and Skills Training for Veterans' Employment and Transition Success (FAST VETS) Act.

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Which ex-high school athletes from Southern Indiana area will compete in the week of Monday, Sept. 15?

By A. N. Cox | Sep 12, 2025

These ex-Southern Indiana area high school standouts will take the field during the week of Monday, Sept. 15.

House passes 2026 defense authorization act; Messmer highlights local impact

By G. D. Stoddard | Sep 10, 2025

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2026, legislation that sets funding and policy for the Department of War.

Mark Messmer addresses I-69 project progress and responds to Charlie Kirk tragedy

By A. N. Cox | Sep 10, 2025

Congressman Mark Messmer shared updates on the I-69 Ohio River Crossing Project on September 8, while also responding to news about Charlie Kirk's death two days later.

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Who from Southern Indiana area’s former high school standouts will be active on Saturday, Sept. 13?

By N. L. Rogers | Sep 10, 2025

Saturday, Sept. 13 will see these former Southern Indiana area high school stars in competition.

Messmer and Secretary Duffy back I-69 Ohio River Crossing bridge project

By A. N. Cox | Sep 8, 2025

Rep. Mark Messmer of Indiana and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy met with leaders from Indiana and Kentucky to express support for the I-69 Ohio River Crossing bridge project.

Mark Messmer commemorates WWII anniversary and promotes constituent services

By M. L. Waldron | Sep 5, 2025

Congressman Mark Messmer marked the eightieth anniversary of Japan’s surrender ending World War II in Asia through a post on September 2, 2025.

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Which Southern Indiana area high school alumni will be active during the week beginning Monday, Sept. 8?

By A. N. Cox | Sep 5, 2025

These ex-Southern Indiana area high school standouts will take the field during the week of Monday, Sept. 8.

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Who are the Southern Indiana area high school alumni in action on Saturday, Sept. 6?

By N. L. Rogers | Sep 3, 2025

These former Southern Indiana area high school standouts will be active on Saturday, Sept. 6.

1 gas station in cities throughout Spencer County had the cheapest E15 gas in week ending Aug. 23

By C. J. Best | Sep 2, 2025

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Spencer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Dubois County in week ending Aug. 23