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Extras from ‘The Chosen’ series to speak at North Webster Community Public Library
NORTH WEBSTER – On Tuesday, May 20, at 1 p.m., the North Webster Community Public Library will present “Walking in Their Sandals: Behind the Scenes…
Obituary: Frankie Lee Kent
January 19, 1973 – May 5, 2025 Frankie Lee Kent, 52, of Williams, passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025, at his residence. Born January…
Coroner: Columbus man found in Driftwood River died of accidental drowning
COLUMBUS – The Bartholomew County Coroner’s Office has determined that Darrell Voelz, 62, of Columbus, who was found in the Driftwood River last month following…
Counties grapples with attorney shortage, explores new legal service models
INDIANA – A significant attorney shortage is impacting Indiana, with 49 of the state’s 92 counties identified as “legal deserts” – areas where access to…
Nashville man sentenced to prison for drunk driving crash that injured another
COLUMBUS – A Nashville man has been sentenced to prison after causing a serious injury crash while driving under the influence last fall on Southern…
Motorcycle pursuit ends in arrest
TIIPPECANOE CO. – On Tuesday, May 6, just before 9:30 p.m., Trooper Farmer was patrolling Interstate 65 near the 173 mile marker when he attempted…
Dubois County weighs INDOT proposal to transfer control of US 231 segments
DUBOIS CO. – Officials in Dubois County are currently evaluating a proposal from the Indiana Department of Transportation that could see the county assume control…
Quick action by firefighters ensure safety after Seymour assisted living facility fire
SEYMOUR – Prompt response and the activation of safety systems prevented injuries after a fire broke out at an assisted living facility in Seymour early…
Holiday World gears up for thrilling 2025 season
SANTA CLAUS – Get ready for thrills and splashes at Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari, the beloved family theme park, is set to kick off…
City of Bloomington Sustainability expands Solar, Energy Efficiency, & Lighting grant program to include battery energy storage systems for nonprofits
BLOOMINGTON — The City of Bloomington Department of Economic and Sustainable Development (ESD) is expanding its annual Solar, Energy Efficiency, & Lighting (SEEL) program to subsidize battery energy…











