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Indiana adds new criminal penalties despite prison overcrowding
INDIANA – More than a decade after reforming its criminal code to reduce incarceration, Indiana lawmakers have approved over a dozen new crimes and sentencing…
Indiana gas prices tick up ahead of July 4th, national average expected to drop
INDIANA — Hoosiers are seeing a slight increase at the pump as average gasoline prices in Indiana have risen 14.5 cents per gallon over the…
Shoals will lose only grocery store as JayC announces July 31 closure
SHOALS—The town of Shoals is set to lose its only dedicated grocery store. The local JayC Food Store, owned by Kroger, will permanently close its…
Vehicle Recall Warning: Potential safety risk, free repairs
INDIANA— Your vehicle may be involved in a safety recall, which could create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, the…
Mitchell High School to host first-ever youth soccer camp this July
MITCHELL – For the first time in program history, the Mitchell High School Varsity Soccer Team will host a Youth Soccer Camp for students entering…
Brooklyn Peterson named 2025 Lawrence County Fair Queen
BEDFORD — Brooklyn Peterson of Mitchell was crowned the 2025 Lawrence County Fair Queen on Friday evening at Schaffer Auditorium, concluding an evening of interviews,…
Indiana National Guard soldier earn combat patches for valor in Kosovo
EDINBURGH — More than 300 Hoosier Guardsmen from the Indiana National Guard’s 76th Infantry Brigade Combat Team received their coveted combat patches during a ceremony…
Indiana State Police urge caution as record holiday travel approaches
INDIANA— As the Fourth of July holiday week begins, the Indiana State Police (ISP) is urging drivers to prioritize safety on the roads, anticipating record-breaking…
Monroe County Democrats seek volunteers for county fair booth outreach
BLOOMINGTON — The Monroe County Democrats will host a vendor booth at this year’s Monroe County Fair, aiming to engage with voters, distribute freebies, and…
Registered sex offender jailed again after 22 days for parole violation
COLUMBUS — A Columbus man, Michael O. Kent, 36, is back behind bars just 22 days after his release, following his arrest for allegedly violating…
