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Orleans set to celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial with concert, ice cream social, and fireworks
ORLEANS — The town of Orleans is gearing up for a massive weekend of patriotic festivities this July as it joins the nation in celebrating…
Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce deadline approaching for nominations for 2026 Women Excel Bloomington Awards
BLOOMINGTON — The deadline is rapidly approaching for the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce’s 2026 Women Excel Bloomington (WEB) Awards, giving community members just a…
Fatal Monday morning shooting under investigation on Wedgewood Drive in Columbus
COLUMBUS— A Monday morning shooting has left one man dead after a reported confrontation inside a residence on the city’s east side. The Columbus Police…
Founding WNBA President Val Ackerman to receive Indiana Fever’s Lin Dunn Inspiring Women Award
INDIANAPOLIS – As the WNBA celebrates its 30th anniversary season, the Indiana Fever will honor founding WNBA President Val Ackerman with the Lin Dunn Inspiring Women…
Tornadoes and flash floods batter Southern Indiana; Lawrence and surrounding counties face widespread damage
BEDFORD — A violent outbreak of severe weather and suspected tornadoes tore across Southern and Southwest Indiana on Sunday evening, leaving a trail of collapsed…
Lawrence County Republicans participate in 2026 Indiana Republican State Convention
FORT WAYNE – Delegates and guests from the Lawrence County Republican Party joined fellow Republicans from across Indiana this past Friday and Saturday for the…
Indiana BMV announces holiday closures for Independence Day weekend
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) has announced alternative operating hours for all branches statewide in observance of the upcoming Independence Day…
Monroe County Democrats launch major outreach campaign at annual county fair
BLOOMINGTON — With the highly anticipated Monroe County Fair just around the corner, local political organizations are gearing up for one of their most significant…
Senator Jim Banks attends White House Medal of Honor Ceremony for Indiana hero
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Thursday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined President Trump, Secretary of War Hegseth, military officials, and members of Congress at the White House for…
Monroe County and DAR to honor Revolutionary patriots with Patriot Plaque Dedication Ceremony
BLOOMINGTON — A significant historical commemoration is coming to downtown Bloomington next month to honor the local veterans of America’s founding conflict. Monroe County and…
