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Knights of Columbus to host Red Cross Blood Drive amid national shortage
BEDFORD — The Knights of Columbus will host an American Red Cross blood drive on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m….
Thirteen Purdue faculty members earn prestigious NSF CAREER awards
WEST LAFAYETTE — Thirteen Purdue University faculty members have been selected to receive 2026 Faculty Early Career Development, or CAREER, awards from the National Science…
Bedford woman arrested following high-speed crash into dump trailer and porch
BEDFORD — A 47-year-old Bedford woman was taken into custody Sunday, September 6th, after police said she ran a stop sign, went airborne, and struck…
USDA opens new $175 million program to expand rural nuclear power supply, strengthen America’s grid
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Under Secretary for Rural Development Glen Smith today announced $175 million available in the new Affordable Rural Cooperative…
Bedford Utilities issues precautionary boil order following water main repair
BEDFORD — Bedford City Utilities has issued a precautionary boil order, effective immediately on Monday, September 14, 2026, for select residents following repairs to a…
Knights of Columbus Council 1166 raises more than $22,000 in 49th Annual Tootsie Roll Drive
BEDFORD — Knights of Columbus Council 1166 has raised more than $22,000 to date through its 49th annual Tootsie Roll Drive, benefiting local children and…
Distinguished Young Women Program offers national college scholarships and life skills training for high school seniors
BEDFORD – Distinguished Young Women (DYW) is a scholarship program that combines the chance to win college scholarships with an opportunity to develop life skills…
Purdue ranks among nation’s top universities for free speech in 2027 survey
WEST LAFAYETTE — Purdue University has earned a spot among the nation’s highest-ranked colleges for free speech, placing No. 3 among public universities and No….
Indiana High Schools invited to participate in national Poetry Out Loud recitation competition
INDIANAPOLIS — High school students across Indiana will have the opportunity to develop public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and deepen their appreciation for literature through…
Orleans Chamber highlights new Art Gallery 1815 and fall event lineup at September meeting
ORLEANS — Local business owners and community members gathered at Feminine Mystique on September 10 for the Orleans Chamber of Commerce’s September “Breakfast Chat.” During…
