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New laws will expand military benefits; Advance more nursing careers
INDIANA – Gov. Mike Braun recently joined state legislators to sign new laws at the Statehouse in Indianapolis ceremonially. State Reps. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty) and Danny Lopez (R-Carmel)…
Hoosiers to deliver thousands of petition signatures opposing mid-decade redistricting
INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Conservation Voters, Common Cause Indiana, and allied democracy organizations will deliver 6,600 petitions to state leaders, urging them to reject plans by…
Reduced conflict intersection installation to begin on State Road 37 in Lawrence County
LAWRENCE CO. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces lane closures for State Road 37 in Lawrence County. Beginning on or around Monday, September 15,…
Boil Order issued for portions of Bedford
BEDFORD — A water valve that blew off at the construction site of the Limestone Edge Apartments this morning has led to low water pressure…
Supreme Court to hold oral argument in Jefferson County
JEFFERSON CO. – The Indiana Supreme Court will travel to Hanover College in Jefferson County on Tuesday, September 30. The Court will hold oral argument…
Indiana State Library to host Constitution Day Trivia
INDIANAPOLIS— The Indiana State Library is inviting the public to celebrate Constitution Day with a lunchtime trivia showdown on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. The free…
Vehicle recall warning: Potential safety risks, free repairs
INDIANA— Your vehicle may be involved in a safety recall, which could create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, the…
Avoca man charged after high-speed police chase in Oolitic
OOLITIC — A man from Avoca was arrested Thursday evening after allegedly leading an Indiana State Police trooper on a high-speed chase while intoxicated. Elijah…
Arthritis Foundation offers free walking program
BLOOMINGTON — The Arthritis Foundation is offering a free community program to help people manage chronic pain and improve fitness through walking. The Walking With…
Man pleads guilty to aggravated battery in father’s death
BEDFORD — A Silverville man accused of murdering his father has pleaded guilty to a lesser charge. Kameron Lee McMaken, 22, changed his plea to…











