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Census Bureau report details U.S. school enrollment trends; Early childhood participation surges
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Nearly a quarter of the American population age 3 and older was enrolled in some form of schooling in 2024, highlighted by…
Indiana’s infant mortality rate stays at historic low for 2025
INDIANA – Provisional data from the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) show the 2025 infant mortality rate (IMR) in Indiana is 6.3 deaths per 1,000…
DNR calls on Hoosiers to report armadillo sightings as range expands north
INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking residents to keep their eyes on the ground and report any local sightings of…
Volunteers needed to hook next generation of anglers at Indiana State Fair Fishin’ Pond
INDIANA — With summer in full swing, preparations are officially underway for the 2026 Indiana State Fair. The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has…
Bedford community joins veterans and guests to honor Fallen Heroes during Memorial Day Ceremony
BEDFORD — Veterans, community members, and local leaders gathered Monday morning on the lawn of the Lawrence County Courthouse to honor the nation’s fallen service…
Visit Indiana DNR online portal for 2026 State Park Passes and Lake Permits
INDIANA — With the summer travel season kicking into high gear, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is encouraging outdoor enthusiasts to secure their…
Summertime in the City: Bedford Parks Dept. unveils summer schedule packed with sunshine and fun
BEDFORD — The Bedford Parks Department has officially unveiled its community lineup for the summer 2026 season, offering a variety of activities ranging from pool…
Major toy recall: 121,000 squeeze toys sold at Walmart and Ollie’s contain asbestos
INDIANA — Federal safety officials have announced an urgent nationwide recall of more than 121,000 children’s squeeze toys after testing revealed the internal material contains…
Truck driver injured in semi rollover crash in Paoli
PAOLI — A truck driver was hospitalized Tuesday morning following a semi-truck rollover crash in Orange County. First responders were dispatched to the Castle Knoll…
FEMA approves more than $15.3 million to Indiana, and other states to recover from recent disasters and strengthen resilience against future disasters
INDIANA — FEMA recently announced the approval of more than $15.3 million in post-disaster funding for Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program projects in Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and…
