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USDA announced three phased reopening of Southern ports for livestock trade
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced risk-based port re-openings for cattle, bison, and equines from Mexico beginning as early as…
State Police investigating in-custody death in Vigo County
VIGO CO. — Indiana State Police are conducting a death investigation following the passing of an individual who was in the custody of the Department…
Shoals gears up for 40th Annual Catfish Festival
SHOALS — The town of Shoals is buzzing with anticipation as it prepares to host its 40th Annual Shoals Catfish Festival, set to kick off…
“Teigan Strong”: Dugger community welcomes home boy injured in deadly tornado that claimed his mother’s life
DUGGER — The southwest Indiana community of Dugger erupted in celebration this week, providing a heartwarming welcome home for Teigan McCammon, a 9-year-old boy returning…
Obituary: Ruth A. Pounds
July 18, 1930 – June 28, 2025 Ruth A. Pounds, 94 of Bedford, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Stonebridge Health Campus in…
Obituary Evon L. (Lynch) Emmick
January 10, 1953 – June 29, 2025 Evon L. (Lynch) Emmick, 72, of Shoals, passed Sunday, June 29, 2025, in Indianapolis. She was born January…
Obituary: Shirley Maxine Ellison
March 14, 1938 – June 27, 2025 Shirley Maxine Ellison, 87, of Bedford, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, at her residence. Born March…
GM recalls Chevrolet Silverado HD Trucks over fire risk from brake sensor
INDIANA— General Motors (GM) has announced a recall of approximately 62,500 Chevrolet Silverado 4500HD, 5500HD, and 6500HD trucks from model years 2019-2024 due to a…
Chip seal operations planned on State Road 44 in Johnson and Morgan Counties
JOHNSON/MORGAN CO.— Indiana Department of Transportation maintenance crews plan to begin chip seal operations on State Road 44 on or after Tuesday, July 1. Crews will…
