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Mitchell Community Schools Board of Trustees will meet tonight
MITCHELL—The Mitchell Community Schools Board of Trustees will meet tonight in a regular session at 6:00 p.m. at the MCS Administration Office. On the Agenda:…
Indiana University makes historic college football playoff appearance, preps for showdown with Notre Dame
BLOOMINGTON — Indiana University football fans have much to celebrate after a historic 11-1 season, with the Hoosiers securing their first-ever spot in the College…
Lt. Gov. Crouch, IHCDA launch crowdfunding campaign for Park Lighting in Holland
HOLLAND– Holland residents will soon have improved safety and lighting in a beloved park if this crowdfunding campaign reaches its goal of raising $40,000 by Feb. 7, 2025….
North Lawrence Community Schools Launch First-Ever District-Wide Newsletter: STAR BLAST
BEDFORD— North Lawrence Community Schools (NLCS) is excited to announce the launch of its inaugural district-wide newsletter, STAR BLAST. STAR BLAST is designed to keep…
TikTok lost bid to strike down law that could ban the platform in the US
INDIANA—TikTok recently lost its bid to strike down a law that could ban the platform in the US starting on January 19, 2025. A US appeals…
Beloved Chaplin Jack Voigtschild leaves behind a legacy of service and compassion
BEDFORD — Jack Louis Voigtschild, 79, of Bedford, a beloved figure in Lawrence County, known for his unwavering commitment to serving others, especially in times…
Robert Q. Berry III appointed Dean of Indiana University Bloomington School of Education
BLOOMINGTON— Robert Q. Berry III has been named the next dean of the Indiana University Bloomington School of Education, effective April 1. The university announced…
Bloomington woman charged with her brother’s fentanyl overdose death
BLOOMINGTON — A Bloomington woman has been arrested and charged in connection with the fentanyl overdose death of her brother, Brian O’Bannon, who died in…
Timothy Helton will stand trial for murder and attempted murder in February 2025
BEDFORD — A Bloomington man remains behind bars after being charged with the murder of Johnnie Grubb IV, 44, of Bedford, following a deadly shooting…
Bloomington man arrested after being found with a 13-year-old girl
BLOOMINGTON — A Bloomington man is behind bars after he was found with a 13-year-old female. Monroe County Sheriff’s Department deputies arrested 20-year-old Gabriel Hensley of…












