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Indiana frog hunting season underway through April 2026
INDIANA— Indiana’s frog hunting season, which began on June 15, is currently open and will run through April 30, 2026. The season allows for the…
DNR begins major renovation of historic Lincoln Lake Dam
SPENCER CO. — The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has started a significant project to repair the dam at Lake Lincoln within Lincoln State…
DNR launches new interactive fishing trip planner
INDIANA — Planning your next fishing trip just got easier with the launch of the new Fishing Trip Planner, an interactive online tool designed for…
Bloomfield teen facing drug charges following traffic stop
OOLITIC – A Bloomfield teenager was arrested on Monday after a traffic stop in Oolitic led to the discovery of illegal substances in his vehicle….
Grants up to $500,000 available to preserve historic black churches
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Preserving Black Churches grant program is now accepting applications. This $60 million national initiative, managed by the African American Cultural Heritage…
Crawford Apartments faces next phase of city action to ensure resident safety and supportive housing standards
BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington is advancing enforcement efforts at Crawford Apartments—a permanent supportive housing complex designed to serve individuals exiting unsheltered homelessness—after Continental…
Howard County Prosecutor requests state police to lead Kokomo officer-involved shooting investigation
KOKOMO— Howard County Prosecutor Mark A. McCann has formally requested the Indiana State Police (ISP) to take over the investigation into the officer-involved shooting that…
NLCS School Board to hold public work session on Strategic Plan and 2026-2027 Calendar
BEDFORD — The North Lawrence Community Schools (NLCS) Board of School Trustees will hold a public work session on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at 5:00…
Nearly 200,000 KidKraft Play Kitchens recalled following toddler’s death
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Nearly 200,000 KidKraft Farm to Table Model Play Kitchens have been recalled nationwide due to a strangulation hazard, following the tragic death…
Oolitic man arrested after physical altercation with juveniles
OOLITIC – A 45-year-old Oolitic man, Traviss Charles Baker, was arrested and is facing multiple felony charges following an incident on July 30, 2025, involving…












