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USPS kicks off busiest season, launches real-time Holiday Mail Counter to track deliveries
INDIANA — The United States Postal Service (USPS) announced today that its busiest holiday season is officially underway, assuring the public that continued investments in…
Bedford man faces felony drug and OWI charges after hit-and-run investigation
BEDFORD – A Bedford man is facing multiple felony and misdemeanor charges, including possession of methamphetamine and operating a vehicle while intoxicated, following a police…
Reclaim Your Retirement secure database launches to connect Hoosiers with forgotten retirement benefits
INDIANA – Thousands of Hoosiers may have forgotten they have retirement benefits earned through public service. However, finding a forgotten retirement account hasn’t always been easy….
Indiana’s new Blackout license plate generates over $2.3 million in the first three months
INDIANA — The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) announced Friday that its recently launched Blackout license plate has become an instant hit, with approximately…
Open-Air Christmas Market to bring holiday cheer to J street
BEDFORD — Get ready to step straight into a Hallmark Christmas moment. The Open-Air Christmas Market is returning to J Street, transforming downtown into a…
The Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs’ Community Development Block Grant Recovery Housing Program is now open for applications
INDIANA – The Recovery Housing Program provides funds to assist rural communities and their non-profit partners, if applicable, to establish or expand transitional recovery housing…
All Aboard! Indiana Rail Road announces 35th Annual Santa Train schedule
INDIANA/ILLINOIS — Santa Claus is coming to town for the 35th year, and he’s arriving by rail. The Indiana Rail Road (INRD) has officially announced…
Pekin man killed in Thanksgiving morning shooting; Suspect charged with reckless homicide
PEKIN — Indiana State Police (ISP) detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Thanksgiving morning, resulting in the death of a 26-year-old Pekin…
Mitchell Chamber encourages local shops to join Annual Christmas Downtown Celebration
MITCHELL — The City of Mitchell and Mitchell Parks and Recreation will host a full slate of Christmas events on Saturday, Dec. 13, culminating in…
National FFA opens 2025-26 Scholarship Application, offers nearly $2.5 million in aid
INDIANA—The National FFA Organization has officially launched the application period for its 2025-26 scholarship program, making nearly $2.5 million in financial assistance available to students…
