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Indiana Health Officials announce first flu death of the season, urge Hoosiers to take precautions to lower risk
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Health encourages Hoosiers to protect themselves against influenza (flu) after confirming the first flu-related death of the 2026-27 season….
Mitchell man arrested for OWI after striking utility poles and leaving the scene
MITCHELL — A Mitchell man was arrested early Monday morning, October 26, 2026, after allegedly crashing his pickup truck into a stop sign and utility…
Social Security benefits for surviving spouses
INDIANA – When you get married, you hope to share a lifetime together. In our last blog, we discussed what happens when a marriage ends…
Reminder of Bedford’s official Trick-or-Treat hours and simple safety tips for Halloween Night
BEDFORD — The City of Bedford has designated Saturday, October 31, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. as official Trick-or-Treat hours. Homeowners wishing to participate…
Submissions now open for 2027 Bloomington Trashion/Refashion Runway Show
BLOOMINGTON — Local eco-pioneers, fashion creators, models, and volunteers are invited to take part in the 18th annual Bloomington Trashion/Refashion Runway Show. The grassroots event…
Purdue research uncovers unexpected role of immune protein in HIV susceptibility
WEST LAFAYETTE — Researchers at Purdue University and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute have uncovered an unexpected role for a human immune protein…
Bloomington woman arrested after biting officer, resisting arrest outside Springville MiniMart
SPRINGVILLE — A Bloomington woman was arrested Monday, Oct. 26, 2026, after reportedly fighting with law enforcement officers and biting one officer twice during an…
Halloween Safety Campaign urges teens to drive carefully and protect pedestrians
INDIANA — As families prepare for Halloween festivities, drivers and pedestrians are being reminded to take extra precautions to prevent crashes and keep the holiday…
USDA announces $472.5 million food purchase to support U.S. producers and strengthen America’s food supply
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced its intent to purchase up to $472.5 million in American-grown and American-raised agricultural commodities…
Celebrate National Cat Day by giving a local cat a forever home
INDIANA — From playful kittens to older cats looking for a quiet place to settle in, National Cat Day on Thursday, October 29, is an…
