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USDA is now accepting applications for Rural Businesses and Community Development Projects
INDIANA – The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced that it is making $27.7 million in grants available through the Rural Business Development Grant Program (RBDG). This…
FDA releases guide to outsmart poison ivy and other toxic plants this summer
INDIANA — As warmer weather drives millions of Americans outdoors, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a comprehensive safety consumer update to…
Alex Palou makes history, seizes pole position for 110th running of the Indianapolis 500
INDIANAPOLIS — The 33-car field is officially locked in for “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.” Defending race champion and four-time IndyCar Series champion Alex Palou…
The Monroe County Board of Health will meet on Thursday
BLOOMINGTON — The Monroe County Board of Health has issued a public notice for its upcoming regularly scheduled meeting this week. The board will convene…
Gotta Catch ‘Em All: How One Bedford family is sparking a real-world Pokémon adventure
BEDFORD — If you’ve noticed groups of people intensely staring into the bushes at Murray Forest Park around 4:00 p.m. lately, don’t panic. They aren’t…
Purdue University confers Drew Brees and Tim Cahill with honorary doctorates at spring ceremonies
WEST LAFAYETTE — Purdue University awarded honorary doctorates to two distinguished Boilermaker alumni in business and aerospace engineering during the Spring 2026 Commencement ceremonies, May…
Up to $100,000 available from IDEM Community Recycling Grant Program
INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) today announced the availability of grant funding for recycling and household hazardous waste (HHW) collection and…
NHTSA issues new round of recalls: General Motors and Fountaine Trailer issue strict “Do Not Drive” warnings
INDIANA — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a major new round of vehicle and equipment recalls impacting thousands of motorists nationwide….
Gov. Mike Braun recognizes more than 25,000 EMS professionals for EMS Week 2026
INDIANA – Gov. Mike Braun and the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) proudly recognize Emergency Medical Service (EMS) professionals across the state during National EMS…
Indiana DOR launches Amnesty Eligibility Tool
INDIANA – Beginning today, May 18, 2026, taxpayers will be able to check their eligibility status for Tax Amnesty 2026. The Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR)…
