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Police Log: February 17, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests – February 16 Incidents – February 16 Incidents – February 15 Accidents – February 16 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
Beech Grove police officer killed in the line of duty; suspect apprehended
BEECH GROVE – On Monday, February 16th, just after 6:00 p.m., officers from the Beech Grove Police Department were dispatched to a 911 call of a…
Obituary: Alan C. Thorp I
February 14, 1935 – February 14, 2026 Alan C. Thorp, 91, of Williams, passed away at 6:40 pm on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at IU…
Sparklight brings Ultra-Fast Multi-Gig Internet to Loogootee, Washington and Vincennes communities
INDIANA – Fiber-fueled internet provider Sparklight is bringing enhanced speeds, capacity, and reliability to Vincennes, Washington, and Loogootee with the launch of its new Multi-Gig internet service. As streaming, gaming,…
Indiana Senate Panel advances plan to slash early voting window
INDIANA — In a move that has ignited sharp criticism from voting rights advocates and Democratic lawmakers, the Indiana Senate Elections Committee voted 7-2 on…
Obituary: Marilyn “Arlene” Potts
January 16, 1942 – February 16, 2026 Marilyn “Arlene” Potts, 84, passed away Monday, February 16, 2026, at Cedar Creek Assisted Living in Bloomington. Born…
City of Bloomington offers Downtown Outreach Grants to local nonprofits addressing opioid addiction and recovery
BLOOMINGTON – Local nonprofit organizations providing prevention, treatment, recovery, housing stability, and related services for individuals impacted by opioid addiction are invited to apply for the…
Rare yellow cardinal could make a surprise appearance in Indiana backyards
INDIANA — Birdwatchers across the Hoosier state are being urged to keep their binoculars ready this spring. A “one-in-a-million” genetic anomaly is turning the iconic…
Road closure planned for State Road 56 in Orange County
ORANGE COUNTY – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure for State Road 56 in Orange County. Beginning on or around Monday, February…
Comptroller Nieshalla, Governor Braun highlight Indiana’s leadership on national debt reformÂ
STATEHOUSE – State Comptroller Elise Nieshalla today joined Governor Mike Braun, legislative leaders, and Jonathan Williams, President and Chief Economist for the American Legislative Exchange…












