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Holiday World expands with resort acquisition
SANTA CLAUS – Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari, marking its 79th year, is entering the lodging business by acquiring Santa’s Cottages. The 23-acre lakeside resort…
Indiana University Bloomington under federal investigation for alleged antisemitism
BLOOMINGTON – Indiana University Bloomington is facing a federal investigation by the U.S. Department of Education for allegedly failing to protect Jewish students from antisemitism….
Volunteer fire chief charged with drunk driving after Crash en route to fire
BARTHOLOMEW CO. – A deputy chief with the Elizabethtown Volunteer Fire Department has been arrested and charged with operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated after…
Glendale Fish & Wildlife area launches “Dim the Lights” project to protect wildlife
MONTGOMERY—Glendale Fish & Wildlife Area has initiated a “Dim the Lights” project to reduce light pollution in the park and protect its diverse wildlife. The…
Martin County businesses can apply for Facade Improvement Grants
MARTIN CO.—The Martin County Alliance for Economic Growth has opened applications for its 2025 Quick Impact Facade Grant Program, which allows local businesses to enhance…
Quieter Cicada season expected for Indiana
INDIANA – Residents of Indiana and Kentucky can expect a significantly quieter cicada season this year, according to the Farmers’ Almanac. Unlike the deafening double-brood…
Area students selected to advance in National History Day state contest
INDIANA — The Indiana Historical Society (IHS) proudly announces that a group of Indiana students has been selected to advance to the National History Day in…
Earth Hour promotes energy conservation, Bloomington offers Earth Day rain barrels and compost bins
BLOOMINGTON— Earth Hour approaches on March 22nd, with lights out from 8 to 9 p.m. The Waste Reduction District and the City of Bloomington are partnering…
Stumphole Bridge Road closed today for pipe replacement
MITCHELl – Motorists traveling on Stumphole Bridge Road are advised of a temporary road closure scheduled for Tuesday, March 12th. Lawrence County Highway Department crews…
U.S. Department of Education announces major workforce reduction
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Education is undergoing a significant workforce reduction, with nearly 50% of its staff being cut. This move comes as…
