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Nine Indiana counties secure rural schools payments to support counties, schools, and wildfire preparedness
INDIANA — Nine Indiana counties will receive retroactive payments from the U.S. Forest Service through the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act (SRS) for…
Senator Banks, Duckworth introduce the Health Care for Homeless Veterans Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Senators Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) introduced the Health Care for Homeless Veterans Act. The bill would permanently codify VA’s authority for the Health…
Sparky the Fire Dog celebrates 75 Years of promoting fire safety
INDIANA — One of the most recognizable symbols of fire safety education is marking a major milestone this year. Sparky the Fire Dog, the longtime…
Little 500 Celebrates 75 Years at Indiana University with racing and fundraising tradition
BLOOMINGTON — When student cyclists take to the cinder track at Bill Armstrong Stadium this April, they will be celebrating a milestone: the 75th running…
Paoli woman facing domestic battery charges after altercation during child visitation exchange
MITCHELL — A custody exchange at a local pharmacy turned physical Wednesday evening, leading to a domestic battery investigation involving a Paoli woman. Autumn L….
USDA announces new funding to connect farmers to local markets
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced it has awarded over $26.8 million to grant projects through the Local Agriculture Market…
Federal program opens applications to honor veteran-friendly employers
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Labor has officially opened the application period for the 2026 HIRE Vets Medallion Award, the only federal-level recognition…
Lane closures planned for State Road 48 in Sullivan County
SULLIVAN COUNTY – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces lane closures for State Road 48 in Sullivan County. Beginning on or around Monday, March 16,…
U.S. and Canadian agricultural tractor and combine sales show mixed results in February
NATIONWIDE — Sales of agricultural tractors and combines in the United States and Canada showed mixed results in February as farmers continue to navigate evolving…
Bedford man facing felony charges after reported domestic dispute involving shotgun
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department has filed a probable cause affidavit seeking an arrest warrant for a local man following a domestic disturbance…
