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Gov. Mike Braun improves child care access and affordability, supports working families
INDIANA – Governor Mike Braun today ceremonially signed HEA 1177, legislation that expands employer-supported child care options and helps more Hoosier families access affordable, reliable child care….
From Tragedy to Resilience: PALS “Raises the Barn” one year after devastating tornado
BLOOMINGTON — Nearly one year ago, on May 16, 2025, an EF-2 tornado tore through Monroe County, leaving a path of destruction that fundamentally altered…
Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market enters peak season this Saturday
BLOOMINGTON — The heart of downtown Bloomington is set to pulse with extra energy this weekend as the Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market officially enters its…
Indiana DNR offers Free Annual State Park Passes to foster families
INDIANA — In an effort to support those providing critical care to children in the state’s foster system, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR)…
Versailles and Nashville named Inaugural “Trail Towns” by International Mountain Biking Association
INDIANA — In a major win for Indiana’s outdoor recreation industry, the International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA) has designated Versailles and Nashville as official Trail…
Cast a Line for Free: Indiana announces 2026 Free Fishing Days
INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is inviting residents to rediscover the state’s waterways this year with the return of Free Fishing…
Indiana State Parks announce Free Admission Day to kick off outdoor season
INDIANA — Hoosiers looking to shake off the last of winter are invited to explore the great outdoors for free this coming Sunday. Indiana State…
Alumnus and wife commit $7M to College of Engineering to support scholarships
WEST LAFAYETTE — Purdue University has received a $7 million commitment from alumnus Bill McFadden (BS industrial management 1968) and his wife, Sharon, to support…
History in Bloom: Guided cemetery tours to highlight Bloomington’s past and famous peonies
BLOOMINGTON — The City of Bloomington is inviting residents to step back in time this May with “History in Bloom,” a series of guided historical…
Columbus teen airlifted after being struck by vehicle
COLUMBUS — A 13-year-old boy was flown to an Indianapolis hospital Tuesday afternoon after being struck by a vehicle in a residential area of Columbus….












