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Milly’s Lottery Pool wins $9.9 million jackpot in Columbus
COLUMBUS — A group of five Columbus-area residents who call themselves “Milly’s Lottery Pool” have claimed a $9.9 million Hoosier Lotto jackpot. The winning ticket,…
CBO Report: Work requirements in ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ could cause 2.4 million to lose food stamp benefits
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A recent analysis by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates that a new law passed by Republican congressmen as part of President…
Suspect at large after assault report, Monroe County Sheriff’s Office seeks publics help
BLOOMINGTON— The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is searching for a male suspect after an assault was reported on the Karst Farm Greenway Trail near…
Daylight Saving Time ends November 2, 2025
INDIANA – The end of daylight saving time (DST) is approaching, bringing earlier sunsets as clocks “fall back” one hour on Sunday, November 2, 2025….
Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari announces new perks for 2026 Season
SANTA CLAUS — Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari has announced new perks for its 2026 Platinum Season Pass holders, including early entry to the water…
Lawrence County schools and others receive school safety grants
INDIANA — The Indiana Secured School Safety Board has unanimously approved the allocation of more than $27.1 million in grant funding to support school safety…
A week of weather changes: Cooler temperatures and rain ahead
INDIANA – Southern Indiana is set for a week of shifting weather, with a cold front and a second system bringing changes to temperatures and…
Protesters rally downtown Bedford, peacefully demanding a higher minimum wage
BEDFORD — Dozens of protesters gathered at the Lawrence County Courthouse to demonstrate against low wages and President Donald Trump. Resident Jessie Starr shared that…
Bloomfield library and Purdue Extension to host ‘Staying Scam Safe’ program September 10
BLOOMFIELD — The Bloomfield-Eastern Greene County Public Library will host a free program on scams and fraud on Wednesday, September 10, at 1 p.m. The…
Daviess County Chief Deputy Steve Sturgis announces candidacy for sheriff
WASHINGTON— Daviess County Chief Deputy Steve Sturgis officially announced his candidacy for Daviess County Sheriff Saturday afternoon during a special conference on the steps of…
