National FFA opens 2025-26 Scholarship Application, offers nearly $2.5 million in aid

INDIANA—The National FFA Organization has officially launched the application period for its 2025-26 scholarship program, making nearly $2.5 million in financial assistance available to students…

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Head-on crash on East Smithville Road injures six, Major Crash Team investigating

BLOOMINGTON —The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a serious head-on traffic collision that occurred Sunday afternoon on East Smithville Road, sending six people to…

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Inmate facing felony charge after alleged escape attempt at Courthouse

BEDFORD — A Mitchell man was taken into custody on November 5, after allegedly attempting to escape custody while being transported from a courtroom to…

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Monroe County Democrats announce 2025 Taliaferro Dinner: Headlined by Author David Pepper and state leaders

BLOOMINGTON — The Monroe County Democratic Party (MCDP) will host its annual Viola Taliaferro Dinner on Friday, November 21, 2025, bringing together local activists and…

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Christmas Around the Square set for December 6 in Bedford

BEDFORD — The annual Christmas Around the Square celebration will take place Saturday, Dec. 6, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in downtown Bedford. The…

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Governor proclaims Winter Weather Preparedness Week: Hoosiers urged to get ready

INDIANA— Governor Mike Braun has officially proclaimed November 9–15 as Winter Weather Preparedness Week in Indiana, urging all Hoosiers to take immediate steps to prepare…

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Recall Wave: Jeep fire risk prompts ‘Park Outside’ warning; Lucid, Toyota, and Mazda affected

INDIANA – A substantial wave of new safety recalls has been issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), affecting hundreds of thousands of…

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Ice time is here! Frank Southern Ice Arena opens for public skating

BLOOMINGTON — Winter fun has officially arrived in Bloomington! The Frank Southern Ice Arena has opened its doors for the season, offering residents and visitors…

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Mitchell man arrested on domestic battery and intimidation charges

MITCHELL — The Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department arrested a Mitchell man on a warrant following an investigation into allegations of domestic battery and intimidation. An…

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Loogootee kicks off holiday season with full slate of festive events

LOOGOOTEE— The City of Loogootee is gearing up for a full, festive holiday season, inviting residents and visitors to “mingle, jingle, and celebrate together” with…

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