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Medicare Open Enrollment is here: Compare plans now to avoid higher costs in 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Medicare’s annual Open Enrollment Period is officially underway, running now through December 7. All current Medicare beneficiaries are urged to review their…
Indivisible South Central Indiana to host general meeting with Monroe County Democratic Chair
ELLETTSVILLE — Indivisible South Central Indiana (ISCI) will hold its October General Meeting featuring Chrissie Geels, Chair of the Monroe County Democratic Party, as the…
New Report: Social media driving ‘Viral Injury Epidemic’ in youth mental health
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Social media is fueling a youth mental health crisis on an unprecedented scale, according to a new white paper titled “The Viral…
Orleans sets ‘Trick or Treat’ hours; Marshal stresses safety
ORLEANS — The Town of Orleans has officially designated 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, October 31st, for “Trick or Treat” activities this Halloween…
City of Bloomington Utilities Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for 33 addresses
BLOOMINGTON – Due to a main break, 33 addresses on South Hays Drive, South Rogers Street, and West Rebecca Street will be under a precautionary…
Super Treat Night returns to Bedford on Halloween, volunteers and vendors still welcome
BEDFORD — One of Lawrence County’s most beloved Halloween traditions is back. WQRK’s Super Treat Night will take place Thursday, October 31, from 6 p.m….
US measles cases soar to highest level in three decades amid falling vaccination rates
WASHINGTON — The United States is facing a mounting public health challenge as measles cases continue to surge, reaching the highest level recorded in over…
Indiana Daily Student director fired over alleged censorship order
BLOOMINGTON — The Director of Student Media at Indiana University, Jim Rodenbush, has been ousted by the Media School after he allegedly refused to comply…
Nationwide Recall: Stones found in Ben’s Original Ready Rice products
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A popular rice brand has issued a nationwide recall for several batches of its Ready Rice products after discovering the potential for…
Security guard arrested on felony battery charges after attack of homeless man in Bloomington’s People’s Park
BLOOMINGTON— A private security guard employed by a city-contracted company has been arrested and charged with a felony after police allege he struck a homeless…
