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Senator Jim Banks urges NEH to uphold funding for America’s 250th Celebration
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Wednesday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) sent a letter to the National Endowment for the Humanities calling for full funding of state-led America…
House unanimously passes Rep. Houchin’s Rural Broadband Protection Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, the House of Representatives passed the Rural Broadband Protection Act of 2025, led by Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09), to strengthen transparency…
Indiana State Police investigating fatal crash in Starke County
Starke County- The Indiana State Police Lowell Post is requesting the public’s assistance with locating anyone who may have witnessed a recent crash in Starke County….
New Family Quick Trips offer budget-friendly fun aboard the Spirit of Jasper train
JASPER – The Spirit of Jasper train is introducing a new series of “Family Quick Trips” this season, offering the perfect short and affordable excursions…
Rankings announced for 2025 Best Places to Work in Indiana
INDIANA— As an annual rite of spring, the Indiana Chamber of Commerce celebrates the Best Places to Work in Indiana companies. This year, rankings were revealed in five…
Police Log: May 1, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests – April 30 Incidents – April 30 Incidents – April 29 Accidents – April 30 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
A statewide Silver Alert issued for missing Martinsville woman
MARTINSVILLE – A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a missing Martinsville woman. The Morgan County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the disappearance of Melinda…
Heroic citizen tackles gunman in Seymour Library shooting; 18-year-old charged
SEYMOUR – An 18-year-old man is in custody after allegedly walking into the Jackson County Public Library in Seymour on Wednesday afternoon and opening fire….
Orleans man arrested on drug charges following erratic driving complaint
BEDFORD – An Orleans man was arrested on Friday, April 25, after a concerned citizen reported that his vehicle was swerving all over State Road…
Free summer concerts and movies coming to Bloomington parks
BLOOMINGTON– Get ready for a summer filled with free entertainment! The City of Bloomington, in partnership with Visit Bloomington, is bringing back its popular Performing…












