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Orleans announces Town-Wide “Spring Clean Sweep” for March 23–28
ORLEANS — The Orleans Town Council has officially designated the week of March 23–28 as “Town-Wide Spring Clean Sweep Week,” calling on all residents to…
The Statehouse Internship Experience
INDIANA – Indiana House Republicans are highlighting their Statehouse internship program through the students who experienced it firsthand. Interns share what they learned, the relationships they built and why…
Indiana declines all postseason bids following NCAA Tournament snub
BLOOMINGTON — Indiana men’s basketball has officially brought its 2025–26 campaign to a close. Following their exclusion from the 68-team NCAA Tournament field on Selection…
Indiana gas prices dip slightly despite national surge amid Middle East tensions
INDIANA — Average gasoline prices in Indiana have seen a minor reprieve over the last week, falling 0.9 cents per gallon to an average of…
Mitchell man arrested after foot pursuit and window extraction
MITCHELL — A surveillance operation by the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office ended in a foot pursuit and the arrest of a wanted man on Wednesday…
Indiana takes aim at youth use of phones and platforms; Now families and communities also need to follow through
INDIANA – In the most recent legislative session, Indiana lawmakers demonstrated a desire to take meaningful steps to address concerns about youth safety and well-being…
IU Health awards grants to support infant and maternal health across Indiana
INDIANA – Indiana University Health has awarded $3.7 million to four community organizations working to improve infant and maternal health outcomes in Indiana. The grants…
Search for missing Fortville man hindered by dangerous White River flooding
SHOALS — The search for 82-year-old James Petty of Fortville entered a critical and frustrating phase this weekend as historic flooding along the East Fork…
Lawrence County Council approves pay raise for jail officers; Hiring underway
BEDFORD — In an effort to bolster recruitment and retention within the local justice system, the Lawrence County Council voted unanimously on Friday, March 13th,…
SWAT standoff in Ferdinand ends in arrest after hostage report
FERDINAND — A high-stakes standoff involving a drone deployment and a state SWAT team concluded Friday afternoon with the arrest of a 45-year-old woman in…
