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Helping residents get online: Digital skills class announced
BLOOMFIELD — Not everyone grew up in front of a screen. Some of us remember when the world moved slower, when information lived in books…
Heroes Unite: Boys & Girls Club’s ‘Calling All Super Heroes’ Dinner & Auction raises over $107,000 for local youth
BEDFORD — Capes weren’t required, but the community spirit at the Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County’s 2025 Calling All Super Heroes Dinner &…
Free Photos with Santa offered Dec. 6 at Harp Commons
BEDFORD — Families will have the chance to visit with Santa and take home a free holiday photo on Saturday, Dec. 6, during Christmas Around…
Indiana State Police unveil new Dodge Durango and Ford Mustang patrol fleet
INDIANA — The Indiana State Police (ISP) officially welcomed two powerful new additions to its patrol fleet, unveiling the Dodge Durango SUV and the return…
Infant botulism outbreak linked to ByHeart Formula
WASHINGTON D.C. — Federal health officials are investigating a multistate outbreak of infant botulism potentially linked to ByHeart Whole Nutrition infant formula. The U.S. Food…
Lawrence County Winds debut concert set for Nov. 16 at Mitchell Opera House
MITCHELL—Music lovers are invited to attend the inaugural concert of the Lawrence County Winds ensemble, set for Sunday, November 16th at 7:00 p.m. at the…
Wendy’s plans to close up to 360 US restaurants amid sales slump
DUBLIN, OH — Fast-food giant Wendy’s is preparing to close hundreds of underperforming locations nationwide, a move intended to strengthen the overall brand and reverse…
Downtown Shoals businesses get a refresh with IU Design Partnership
SHOALS – Main Street in Shoals is undergoing a vibrant transformation as local businesses unveil fresh, custom-designed signage, the result of a collaborative effort with…
Cybersecurity risk report: Indiana ranks second nationally for cybercrime complaints
INDIANA — New research analyzing 2024 FBI data reveals that Indiana is the state second most at risk of cybercrime, reporting a rate of complaints…
Experts warn “Doomscrolling” mirrors behavioral addiction, fueling anxiety and insomnia
INDIANA – Mental health experts are cautioning that the pervasive modern habit of endlessly consuming distressing online content, a behavior dubbed “doomscrolling,” is more than…
