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Martin County Raiders revived: Youth Football returns
LOOGOOTEE — After a hiatus that left a void in local youth athletics, football is officially returning to the gridiron in Martin County. Aaron Johnson,…
Indiana Forage Council to host hay safety webinar
The Indiana Forage Council will host a webinar titled “From Bale to Blacktop: Preventing Hay-Related Road Hazards” on Feb. 23, 2026, at 6 p.m. The…
Inmate faces felony charges after assaulting female jail sergeant
BEDFORD — A Mitchell man is facing additional felony charges following a violent altercation inside the Lawrence County Jail early Monday morning. The Lawrence County…
USDA and DoW advance key parts of the National Farm Security Action Plan
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Wednesday, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins and U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth signed a Memorandum of Understanding (PDF, 92.7 KB)…
Seymour announces America’s 250th Birthday art and essay contest
SEYMOUR — The City of Seymour is inviting students to participate in an art and essay contest celebrating the 250th birthday of the United States…
Parkview PTO to host ‘Monsters University’ movie night Feb. 27
BEDFORD — Families are invited to grab a blanket and lawn chair and head to Parkview Intermediate later this month for a community movie night…
Senator Banks’ legislation securing fair federal funding for Indiana hospitals becomes law
WASHINGTON, D.C, – Last week, Senator Jim Banks’ (R-Ind.) bill, the Save Our Safety-Net Hospitals Act of 2025, was passed in the Senate and enacted into law. This bill ensures that Indiana hospitals…
Mitchell man facing burglary charges following domestic dispute
BEDFORD – A Mitchell man is facing multiple criminal charges after allegedly breaking into his ex-wife’s residence and stealing her cell phone during the early…
Monroe Lake prepares for Annual Eagles over Monroe celebration
BLOOMINGTON — Nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers are flocking to Monroe Lake this weekend for the annual celebration of bald eagles and local birdlife. The event,…
Safety Alert: Toyo recalls popular open country tires over tread separation risk
INDIANA — Owners of light trucks and SUVs should check their wheels this week following a significant safety recall issued by Toyo Tire Holdings of…
