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Governor Braun appoints new members to the Indiana Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors
INDIANAPOLIS – Today, Governor Mike Braun announced nine appointments to the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) Board of Directors. “I spent my life building a business…
INDOT announces expansion of worksite speed control pilot
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces the expansion of its worksite speed control pilot program, known as Safe Zones, to Interstate 65 in Lake County….
Cooling Stations remain open amidst extreme heat
MONROE CO. – With extreme temperatures posing a serious threat to health and safety, Monroe County has activated several cooling stations across the area to…
Obituary: Harry W. Shepard
March 28, 1944 – June 22, 2025 Harry W. Shepard of Bedford, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025, surrounded by his family. Harry grew up…
Obituary: Dewey ‘Jeff’ Jefferson Franklin
November 5, 1948 – June 22, 2025 Dewey Jefferson Franklin, 76, passed away peacefully at home in Henryville, Indiana. He is preceded in death by…
57% of Americans have taken a PTO or sick day just to ‘Bed Rot’—New survey unpacks the trend
INDIANA – A new nationwide survey from Amerisleep.com reveals that more than half of Americans have taken paid time off or called in sick specifically to engage…
Secretary Rollins rescinds roadless rule, eliminating impediment to responsible forest management
SANTA FE, N.M. – Today, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced during a meeting of the Western Governors’ Association in New Mexico that the…
StoneGate Arts & Education Center launches “Small Business Showcase” podcast
BEDFORD – StoneGate Arts & Education Center has announced the launch of its newest podcast series, “Small Business Showcase,” now available on its YouTube channel….
Red Cross urges blood and platelet donations ahead of Fourth of July, offers exclusive goodr sunglasses
INDIANA – As the nation approaches the busy Fourth of July holiday week, the American Red Cross is issuing an urgent call for blood and…
Monroe County Democrats call emergency meeting to oppose potential war with Iran, demand Trump impeachment
BLOOMINGTON –Citing grave concerns over the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran and what they describe as President Donald Trump’s “lawless warmongering,” the Monroe County…












