Gov. Mike Braun improves child care access and affordability, supports working families

INDIANA â€“ 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….

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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…

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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…

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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)…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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….

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