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State Rep. Jake Teshka named 2026 IBA Legislator of the Year
FRENCH LICK – State Rep. Jake Teshka, R-North Liberty, has been named 2026 Legislator of the Year by the Indiana Bankers Association. The award was…
The stage is set: 12 finalists ready to battle for the Persimmon Idol Crown on the Main Street Stage Sept. 22
MITCHELL — Twelve singers from across Southern Indiana and beyond will take the spotlight Tuesday, Sept. 22, as WQRK Southern Indiana’s Classic Hits and Lite…
Governor Braun strengthens housing affordability in Southeast Indiana with READI
GREENDALE – Indiana Governor Mike Braun continues to advance housing affordability statewide through the Indiana Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI). In Southeast Indiana,…
Bedford woman facing OWI charges following two-vehicle crash on State Road 37
BEDFORD — A Bedford woman is facing multiple operating while intoxicated charges after police say she pulled out in front of an oncoming vehicle on…
Trump blasts Federal Reserve after first interest rate hike in over three years
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump lashed out on Wednesday after the Federal Reserve voted to raise interest rates for the first time in more…
Indiana University unveils complete 2026-27 men’s basketball schedule
BLOOMINGTON — The Big Ten Conference released its full slate of league matchups on Wednesday, finalizing Indiana University’s 32-game men’s basketball schedule for the upcoming…
City of Bedford lifts Precautionary Boil Water Order for Crawford Drive residents
BEDFORD — Bedford City Utilities has officially lifted the precautionary boil water order for select residents along Crawford Drive, effective immediately on Thursday, September 17,…
Lawmaker Eric Koch review trial court caseloads to assess judicial resource needs
INDIANA — State Sen. Eric Koch (R-Bedford) questioned expert witnesses on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, during a meeting of the Interim Study Committee on Courts…
Traffic stop in Bedford leads to arrest for methamphetamine and syringe possession
BEDFORD — A 39-year-old Bedford man was arrested Saturday night on drug-related charges after a routine traffic stop uncovered hypodermic syringes containing methamphetamine residue. According…
U.S. Real median household income hits record high of $87,460 in 2025, Census Bureau reports
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Real median household income in the United States surged to $87,460 in 2025, marking a 2.6% increase from the previous year and…
