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SSA expands phone service capabilities following employee feedback
WASHINGTON — The Social Security Administration has implemented a nationwide system update aimed at improving customer service for callers, following suggestions from front-line employees. Commissioner…
City of Bloomington releases impact-driven budget plan centered on essential services in a tighter fiscal climate
BLOOMINGTON– The Thomson administration has released the proposed 2026 City of Bloomington budget, shaped by both a new state law and a new approach to…
Hoosier rock band LYSERGiC will ignite the stage at the Mitchell Opera House Aug. 16
MITCHELL — The Indiana-based rock band LYSERGiC will perform live at the Mitchell Opera House on Saturday, August 16th, 2025, with the show starting at…
The Lawrence County Commissioners will meet Aug. 12 at the Lawrence County Courthouse, see the agenda here
BEDFORD- There will be a Lawrence County Commissioners Meeting on August 12 at 9:30 A.M. at the Lawrence County courthouse. The agenda for the meeting…
Lane closures planned for U.S. 231/State Road 54 in Greene County
GREENE COUNTY– The Indiana Department of Transportation announces alternating lane closures for U.S. 231/State Road 54 in Greene County. Beginning on or around Monday, August…
Drug arrest of Mitchell woman made after traffic stop
MITCHELL — A Mitchell woman with an active warrant for her arrest was taken into custody on Wednesday, August 6, and is now facing additional…
Thursday night crash in Springville seriously injures juvenile
SPRINGVILLE- On Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 8:22 PM, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office responded to a major traffic crash in the 2200 block of…
Get ready to win big: Mitchell Persimmon Festival Half Pot kicks off with huge cash prize on the line
MITCHELL — The Mitchell Chamber of Commerce is bringing a new level of excitement to this year’s Persimmon Festival with the return of the wildly…
Bloomington/Monroe County Human Rights Commission honored 2025 Human Rights Award winner
BLOOMINGTON– The Bloomington/Monroe County Human Rights Commission honored the Bloomington Severe Winter Emergency Shelter (B-SWERS) with the 2025 Human Rights Award for its service to…
2025 Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest winners announced; Seymour photographer wins in Overall category
INDIANAPOLIS– Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith and the Indiana State Department of Agriculture announced the winners of the 2025 Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest. This contest, in its 17th year, features photos…
