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FDA Issues Proposed Rule to Require New Cigarette Health Warnings

The FDA issued a proposed rule to require new cigarette health warnings on cigarette packages and in advertisements to promote greater public understanding of the negative health…

French Lick Tomato Festival Kicks off Saturday

(FRENCH LICK) – The First Annual French Lick Tomato Festival is set to kick off on Saturday. President Donna Wininger said the festival has something…

Sullivan Man Arrested on OWI Charges and Spitting on Trooper

(OAKTOWN) – A Sullivan man was arrested Wednesday afternoon for driving under the influence and spitting on an Indiana State Trooper. Troopers say he had…

Oolitic Town Council to Hold Special Meeting Tuesday

(OOLITIC) – The Oolitic Town Council will hold a Special Meeting at the Oolitic Town Hall on Tuesday, August 20th at 4 p.m. According to…

Bloomington Chamber Singers Holding Auditions

(BLOOMINGTON) – The Bloomington Chamber Singers, the area’s premier vocal ensemble, will hold auditions Tuesday, August 27 and Tuesday, September 3, from 5:30 p.m. until…

US Postal Service Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Woodstock Festival with Forever Stamp

(UNDATED) – The US Postal Service celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Woodstock Festival with a colorful Woodstock Forever stamp designed to represent the peace…

Man Sentenced to 50 Years in Indiana Businessman’s Killing

(JEFFERSONVILLE) — A man who pleaded guilty in the slaying of southern Indiana businessman during a robbery has been sentenced to 50 years in prison. The News and…

Bedford Housing Authority Welcomes New Board Member John Knapp

(BEDFORD) – The Bedford Housing Authority welcomes a new board member John Knapp. Mayor Shawna Girgis appointed Knapp to the Board. His appointment will bring…

Counterfeit $50 Bill in Bartholomew County Leads to Arrest of Indianapolis Man

(EDINBURG) – Police arrested an Indianapolis man after he attempted to pass a counterfeit $50 bills in Bartholomew County. Around 3:50 p.m. on August 13,…