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Monroe County Traffic Safety Partnership increases holiday patrols to promote safe roadways
BLOOMINGTON – As Hoosiers prepare for holiday celebrations, the Monroe County Traffic Safety Partnership (TSP) is partnering with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) to…
Autopsy complete in death of missing Salem man
SALEM – An autopsy was completed today, November 25, 2025, on the body of Robert Alan Bragman, 43, of Salem. According to the coroner’s preliminary…
Feast or financial burden? Survey reveals Thanksgiving costs nearly $1,000 for average American
NATIONWIDE – The price of holiday cheer this Thanksgiving season is hitting an all-time high, according to new research, which found that the average American…
Lawrence County Commissioners will meet on Monday, December 1
BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Commissioners will meet on Monday, December 1. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the Auditor’s room in the…
National spotlight shines on Bloomington: Canopy of Lights nominated for USA TODAY’s 10Best Holiday Display
BLOOMINGTON— Bloomington’s most enchanting holiday tradition, the Canopy of Lights, has received national recognition, landing a nomination for USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Award for…
Secretary Rollins directs $30 million fruit purchase to stock food banks nationwide
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) intent to purchase up to $30 million in…
Volunteers needed for “Weed Wrangles” to restore Bloomington wildlife habitat
BLOOMINGTON – Local nature enthusiasts and community members are being called upon to dedicate a day to environmental stewardship during the upcoming Weed Wrangles –…
Harrison County to host one-day ServSafe food Manager Certification Training
CORYDON — Food service workers looking to strengthen their credentials and advance their careers will have an opportunity next month as Purdue Extension Harrison County…
Oolitic Town offices to close for Thanksgiving holiday
OOLITIC — The Oolitic Town Hall, Utilities Office, and Street Department will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28, in observance of…
Social Security and SSI Benefits to increase by 2.8% in 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C.—More than 75 million Americans receiving Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments will see their benefits increase by 2.8 percent in 2026….
