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Daviess Community Hospital to host annual Oncology Cookout fundraiser
WASHINGTON – Daviess Community Hospital (DCH) is gearing up to host its annual Oncology Cookout Fundraiser, a beloved event dedicated to supporting local cancer patients,…
Columbus emergency crews and Cummins partner for Disaster Preparedness Exercise this week
COLUMBUS – Columbus emergency workers will be partnering with Cummins this week for a large-scale training exercise at Plant 1 on Central Avenue. The drill…
Fire damages two Columbus homes, displacing eight residents
COLUMBUS – Two homes in downtown Columbus sustained damage Friday evening after a fire erupted, displacing eight individuals. No injuries were reported, and the cause…
Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith encourages nominations for 2025 Golden Hoosier Award
INDIANA – Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith announced today that nominations are open for the 2025 Golden Hoosier Award, the state’s highest honor recognizing senior citizens…
Orange County Historic Museum attracts visitors, prepares for America 250 Celebrations
PAOLI – The Orange County Historic Museum in Paoli has seen a steady stream of visitors throughout June, drawing individuals from across Indiana, including English,…
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…











