Monroe County Probationary Deputy arrested on felony charges following infant injury investigation

BLOOMINGTON – A probationary deputy with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, Noel Hernandez Jr., was arrested today on multiple felony charges, including neglect of a…

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Conservation officers offer water safety tips

INDIANA – With Memorial Day weekend nearly here, Indiana Conservation Officers remind Hoosiers to prioritize water safety throughout the summer. “We urge everyone to recognize…

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Monroe Lake reservoir water level is high, beaches closed, some campsites and shelters closed due to flooding

MONROE LAKE – The Monroe Lake reservoir water level is currently more than 11 feet above normal pool, as we are retaining water to alleviate…

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Monroe County Sheriff Ruben Marté launches bid for re-election on June 12

MONROE CO. – Monroe County Sheriff Ruben Marté will officially announce his campaign for re-election on June 12. Marté, a 31-year veteran of the Indiana…

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City of Bloomington releases updated Resource Guides covering healthcare, housing, and more

BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington released its updated community resource guides designed to help Bloomington and Monroe County residents access free and reduced-cost basic services….

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Jury deliberations underway in William Grimes murder trial

SULLIVAN CO.– Jury deliberations have officially begun in the murder trial of William Grimes, who stands accused of the December 2012 killing of 85-year-old Lowell…

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Judge grants INDOT access for Mid-States Corridor Surveys in Dubois County

JASPER – A Dubois County judge has ruled in favor of the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), granting the agency access to dozens of properties…

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Energy-saving incentive programs available to help renters, landlords, and homeowners save money on utility bills

BLOOMINGTON—The City of Bloomington encourages renters, landlords, and homeowners to apply for the new  Indiana Energy Saver program through the Indiana Office of Energy Development…

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Hoosier Uplands to construct 32 affordable housing units for seniors in Bedford

BEDFORD – Hoosier Uplands has announced plans to construct 32 affordable housing units on Shawnee Drive in Bedford, with construction slated to begin this summer….

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Heltonville man charged in elaborate drug planting scheme

BEDFORD – A lengthy investigation by the Lawrence County Police Department has led to the arrest of a Bedford man on serious drug-related charges stemming…

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