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Indiana State Police to deploy new $1.17 million service weapons this Spring
INDIANA — The Indiana State Police (ISP) will soon undergo its first major sidearm transition in years, moving to a modern platform designed to better…
USDA announces 102nd Agricultural Outlook Forum: AI and National Security take center stage
INDIANA — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is inviting farmers, ranchers, and industry leaders to its premier annual event: the 2026 Agricultural Outlook Forum….
Sparklight to award $30,000 for STEM education through its 2026 “Dream Bigger” contest
INDIANA– Sparklight®, a leading fiber-fueled internet provider, is launching its 2026 “Dream Bigger” contest, awarding $30,000 to support science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) education for…
Fueling Creativity: Applications open for Indiana’s 2026 On-Ramp Entrepreneur Accelerator
INDIANA — The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) has officially opened applications for the 2026 On-Ramp Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator, a high-impact program designed to transform artistic…
Indiana State Police troopers seize over 16 kilos of cocaine during traffic stop
JASPER COUNTY – On February 9, at approximately 10:00 a.m., an Indiana State Police Criminal Interdiction Unit started a narcotics investigation after a traffic stop. …
Driver flown to Chicago after crashing on I-80
LAKE COUNTY – On Tuesday at 7:40 a.m., troopers responded to an injury involved crash on Interstate 80 westbound, west of Burr Street. Preliminary investigation…
German American Bank receive Forbes recognition as Top 10 in America’s Best Banks
JASPER – Once again, German American Bank has been ranked in the top 10 best banks in the nation on the Forbes America’s Best Banks 2026 list…
The “Dark Shower” deluge: Why TikTok’s latest wellness hack is actually science-backed
INDIANA – Move over, ice baths—the latest wellness trend taking over social media is significantly warmer and much easier on the eyes. Known as “dark…
Oolitic Town Council to hold public hearing on proposed 27% water rate hike
OOLITIC– Oolitic residents may soon see a significant change in their monthly utility bills. Town Council Vice President Jon Broglin has announced a special meeting…
Police Log: February 11, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests – February 10 Incidents – February 10 Accidents – February 10 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – February 10 Incidents –…












