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Roosevelt Reception returns May 29th with Keynote Speaker Congressman André Carson
BLOOMINGTON—The Monroe County Democratic Party is thrilled to announce the return of the highly anticipated Roosevelt Reception on Wednesday, May 29th. This year’s event promises…
Orleans American Legion Post #69 presents check to Orleans Chamber of Commerce
ORLEANS – Orleans American Legion Post #69 member Will Terry presents a check for $1,521.72 to Orleans Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Robert Henderson, representing…
Journalism wins thrilling 150th Preakness Stakes
BALTIMORE, MD – In a dramatic finish at Pimlico Race Course, Journalism rallied from behind on Saturday to secure victory in the 150th Preakness Stakes….
Record Memorial Day travel expected despite rising prices
INDIANA – AAA projects a record-breaking 45.1 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home this Memorial Day holiday period, spanning Thursday, May…
Indiana State Police seeks recruits for Lateral Recruit Academy
INDIANA- The Indiana State Police is accepting applications for the 88th Recruit Academy for lateral applicants. Individuals interested in beginning a rewarding career as an Indiana…
‘A Watcher in the Woods’ wins 6 Communicator Awards
BLOOMINGTON— A Watcher in the Woods, anaudio play that aired on WFIU Public Radio in April of 2024, received six Communicator Awards on May 6. WFIU partnered with…
Mitchell man accused of pawning employer’s tools
MITCHELL– A Mitchell man, Jeremy Chad Hall, 46, is facing a potential theft charge after allegedly pawning tools belonging to his employer. According to a…
Storms hit Brown County: Horse fatality, campground and trails closed, damage to therapy center
NASHVILLE– The aftermath of Friday evening’s severe weather in Brown County has brought sad news, where one horse has died and several others sustained injuries…
New flagpole expected to be ready in Orleans for Memorial Day
ORLEANS- The Town of Orleans is getting a new flagpole. The previous historic 55-foot pole was destroyed earlier this year by the March tornado that…
FDA clears first blood test used in diagnosing Alzheimer’s Disease
INDIANA- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today cleared for marketing the first in vitro diagnostic device that tests blood to aid in diagnosing Alzheimer’s…












