North Indy News

Senator Todd Young, who represents Indiana in the U.S. Senate, shared a series of updates on his social media accounts between August 21 and August 24, 2025. The posts included information about his activities abroad, ways for constituents to stay informed, and condolences following the passing of a prominent Indiana figure.

On August 21, Senator Young encouraged constituents to connect with him through multiple platforms: "Want to stay updated? In addition to X, you can find me on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn for updates on my work on behalf of Hoosiers."

Later that day, he highlighted a recent experience during an official trip: "During my recent trip to the Philippines, I had the opportunity to fly with an outstanding Navy crew on a P-8 patrol aircraft. I was thrilled to see that they were carrying sonobuoys produced by Hoosiers. My thanks to Ultra Maritime in northeast Indiana—a leading supplier of" (posted August 21).

On August 24, Senator Young expressed sympathy regarding the death of Forrest Lucas: "Forrest Lucas lived the American dream and never forgot his southern Indiana roots. His generosity impacted Hoosiers in countless ways across our state. My deepest condolences to his family and friends on his passing."

Senator Young has served as one of Indiana's U.S. Senators since 2017. He frequently uses social media channels—including X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn—to communicate with constituents about legislative work and state matters.

Ultra Maritime is based in northeast Indiana and supplies advanced maritime defense technology such as sonobuoys used by military aircraft like the P-8 patrol plane.

Forrest Lucas was known as a successful businessman from southern Indiana who founded Lucas Oil Products; he was recognized for philanthropy benefiting communities throughout the state.