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Thursday night crash in Springville seriously injures juvenile
SPRINGVILLE- On Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 8:22 PM, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office responded to a major traffic crash in the 2200 block of…
Get ready to win big: Mitchell Persimmon Festival Half Pot kicks off with huge cash prize on the line
MITCHELL — The Mitchell Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new level of excitement to this year’s Persimmon Festival with the return of the wildly…
Bloomington/Monroe County Human Rights Commission honored 2025 Human Rights Award winner
BLOOMINGTON– The Bloomington/Monroe County Human Rights Commission honored the Bloomington Severe Winter Emergency Shelter (B-SWERS) with the 2025 Human Rights Award for its service to…
2025 Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest winners announced; Seymour photographer wins in Overall category
INDIANAPOLIS– Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith and the Indiana State Department of Agriculture announced the winners of the 2025 Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest. This contest, in its 17th year, features photos…
Claude Akins Memorial Golf Classic set to tee off at Otis Park, registration full
BEDFORD — The annual Claude Akins Memorial Golf Classic is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 30, and Sunday, Aug. 31, at Otis Park. The tournament, which…
German American Bank receives top 20 performance ranking by Bank Director magazine
JASPER- German American Bank (Nasdaq: GABC) has been ranked in the country’s Top 20 for its banking performance in the $5 billion to $50 billion…
Four arrested on drug charges following search warrant in Mitchell
MITCHELL — A search warrant executed at a Mitchell residence on Wednesday, August 6, led to the arrest of four individuals on various drug-related charges….
Washington Animal Shelter offers free adoptions to combat overcrowding
WASHINGTON— Overcrowding has become a significant issue at local animal shelters, prompting officials to encourage community members to consider adoption. According to Washington Animal Control…
Bloomington Farmers’ Market highlights 20 varieties of ripe, flavorful melons
BLOOMINGTON — This Saturday marks the final day of National Farmers’ Market Week, and the Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market is inviting the public to celebrate….
U.S. farmland values continue to rise, but growth is slowing
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The value of U.S. farmland reached a new record high in 2025. Still, the market is showing signs of cooling, according to…
