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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…
Living with pain – Medicare can help
INDIANA – Medicare, the U.S. federal health insurance program, provides coverage for a wide range of services to help individuals manage pain safely and effectively….
Nature-based wellness program offered in Bloomington
BLOOMINGTON — A new series of “forest bathing” sessions is being offered to the community, providing a unique opportunity to enhance well-being through mindfulness, meditation,…
A look back at Indiana’s pumpkin spice history
INDIANA— As pumpkin spice season takes over, a new look into Indiana’s culinary history shows that the popular flavor combination is far from new to…
Indiana State Police seeks police officers for Capitol Police section
INDIANA – The Indiana State Police Capitol Police Section is now accepting applications from both traditional and lateral applicants. Individuals interested in beginning a rewarding…
Goodyear recalls Metro Miler Tires due to pressure loss risk
INDIANA — The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has issued a recall for certain Metro Miler G652 tires, size B305/85R22.5, due to a manufacturing defect…
Obituary: Christopher Lewis Barrett
December 8, 1972-August 23, 2025 Christopher Lewis Barrett, 52, of Bedford, died Saturday, August 23, 2025, at the IU Health Hospice House in Bloomington. Born…
WHO report: Over a billion people living with mental health conditions
GENEVA — A new report from the World Health Organization (WHO) reveals that more than one billion people worldwide are living with mental health disorders,…












