New Indiana laws bolster support for first responders

INDIANA – Indiana’s police, firefighters, and first responders, who routinely confront stressful and dangerous situations in the line of duty, will benefit from new state…

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USDA to host free webinar series for military personnel and spouses pursuing agriculture careers

INDIANA – Military veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses in Bedford and across the nation have a unique opportunity to explore careers in agriculture…

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Tech and Sip event offers free tech help and coffee this Saturday

BEDFORD – Do you struggle with your smartphone, computer, or iPad? Relief is on the way. Residents are invited to a Tech and Sip event…

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Fentanyl test strips now legal in Indiana amid overdose crisis

INDIANA – Fentanyl test strips, previously considered drug paraphernalia, are now officially legal in Indiana, a move aimed at combating the state’s escalating overdose crisis….

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Bloomington man detained following alleged domestic battery and attempted residential entry in Bedford

BEDFORD – An arrest warrant was issued for 27-year-old Jordan Dotts of Bloomington, following an alleged domestic battery and attempted residential entry incident that occurred in…

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Indiana State Police intensify “Move Over” enforcement campaign

INDIANA – The Indiana State Police (ISP) are stepping up efforts to enforce the state’s “Move Over Law,” targeting drivers who fail to yield to…

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Local, regional artists invited to apply for vending space at Bloomington’s Holiday Market

BLOOMINGTON – Parks and Recreation invites local and regional artists to submit an application for consideration for indoor and outdoor vending space at the annual Holiday Market, Nov. 29…

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Purdue Extension offers “Matter of Balance” fall prevention program in Spencer

SPENCER – Older adults concerned about falls can gain practical strategies and increase activity levels through the “Matter of Balance” program, an award-winning, evidence-based fall…

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Bloomington Common Council will meet on Wednesday, July 30

BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington Common Council will meet on Wednesday, July 30, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers (#115), in the Showers…

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Joshua Penick pleads guilty to double murder in Greene County

GREENE CO. – Joshua Penick, the man accused of murdering Samantha Jerrell and their 14-year-old son, Colton, pleaded guilty to two counts of murder during…

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