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New Hampshire man arrested for promotion of child sexual trafficking
MADISON CO. – An investigation initiated by the Indiana State Police has led to the arrest of a New Hampshire man on charges related to…
“A win for farmers” — Governor Braun signs Freedom & Opportunity Bill HEA 1149 into law
INDIANAPOLIS—On Tuesday, Governor Mike Braun signed House Enrolled Act 1149 into law. This bill helps Hoosier farmers by creating a new online portal, giving them…
Oolitic Town Council to hold Executive Session regarding commercial prospects
OOLITIC– The Oolitic Town Council has announced that it will convene an Executive Session on Thursday, March 27, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will take…
Senator Banks introduces the College Employment Accountability Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the College Employment Accountability Act. This legislation ensures that federally funded colleges and universities comply with the Immigration…
Obituary: Annette Faith Burton
July 26, 1952 – March 24, 2025 Annette Faith Burton, 72, of Mitchell, formally of Shelbyville, Indiana, passed away at 3:00 p.m. on March24, 2025,…
Orleans High Senior designs official 2025 Dogwood Festival logo
ORLEANS – The Orleans Dogwood Festival has unveiled its official logo for 2025, designed by Brooke Walters, a talented senior at Orleans High School. Brooke,…
Orleans Dogwood Parade accepting entries: “Dogwoods Thrive in 2025” theme announced
ORLEANS– Get ready to celebrate spring in style! Entries are now being accepted for the 55th Annual Orleans Dogwood Parade, a cherished community tradition set…
New operating hours for Forest Service Offices
BEDFORD – Hoosier National Forest offices in Bedford and Tell City will have new operating hours and days starting the week of March 30, 2025….
Obituary: Erica Lea Lewis
August 9, 1980 – March 23, 2025 Erica Lea Lewis, 44, of Bloomington, passed away at her residence on Sunday, March 23, 2025. Born August…
Ivy Tech Bloomington launches first evening nursing program, applications open
BLOOMINGTON—Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington is accepting applications for the evening Transition to ASN/RN program beginning with the fall semester on August 25, 2025. The transition program helps…












