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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…
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…
Firefighters urge homeowners: Clean your chimney yearly to prevent deadly fires
LAWRENCE CO. — As temperatures drop and homeowners prepare to ignite their wood-burning stoves and fireplaces, local firefighters are issuing a critical safety warning: clean…
Live reindeer coming to Bedford for Christmas Around the Square
BEDFORD — A touch of the North Pole is making its way to downtown Bedford. Families can meet live reindeer on Saturday, Dec. 6, from…
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…
Christmas Tour of Homes set for Dec. 7 to support local cancer patients
BEDFORD — Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services will host its annual Christmas Tour of Homes on Sunday, Dec. 7, offering residents a festive chance to…
