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Farmers market blooms offer freshness and festivities this Saturday
BLOOMINGTON – The allure of fresh flower bouquets at the local Bloomington Farmers’ Market is undeniable, offering vibrant colors, unique seasonal varieties, and a just-picked…
Bedford man arrested on domestic battery charges after kicking woman in chest
BEDFORD – A Bedford man has been arrested and charged with domestic battery following an investigation by the Bedford Police Department. Lee Dewing, 46, was…
Obituary: Wanda Kay Hostetter
November 20, 1944 – July 16, 2025 Wanda Kay Hostetter, 80, of Bedford, passed away at 2:36 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at IU…
Senator Banks attends signing of the Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act at the White House
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Wednesday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined President Trump at the signing of the Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl (HALT Fentanyl) Act at the White House….
Sen. Banks introduces legislation to protect American parks
WASHINGTON, D.C – On Wednesday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Protecting America’s Treasures by Raising Inflow from Overseas Tourists (PATRIOT) Parks Act. The Patriot Parks Act amends…
Police Log: July 17, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests – July 16 Incidents – July 16 Incidents – July 15 Accidents – July 16 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
Obituary: Karen Sue (Short) Arthur
January 18, 1950 – July 15, 2025 Karen Sue (Short) Arthur, 75 of Bloomfield, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on July…
U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon Visits Indiana
WEST LAFAYETTE  – U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon, Indiana Governor Mike Braun, Indiana Secretary of Education Dr. Katie Jenner, and Indiana Secretary of Energy and…
Senator Banks secures critical defense wins for Indiana in FY26 NDAA
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after securing critical funding and wins for…
New leadership team members announced for ISDA
INDIANA – The Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) has announced two new leadership changes. David Bausman has been selected as the General Counsel, and Andrew Sherman…











