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Flood safety: Tips to stay safe during heavy rain and flash flooding
INDIANA — Heavy rain can cause flooding quickly, especially in low-lying areas, near creeks and rivers, and on roads that do not drain well. Flash…
BNL to host free workshop to help parents support student success
BEDFORD — Bedford North Lawrence High School will host a free workshop designed to help parents, guardians and caregivers support their children’s success in school….
Georgia mother’s second-degree murder charge puts national spotlight on prosecution of parents after hot car deaths
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. — A Georgia mother who lost her 1-year-old son in an unthinkable hot car tragedy is now at the center of a much…
Danger in your home: Attorney General Todd Rokita alerts Hoosiers to nearly 40 products recalled in July
INDIANA – Attorney General Todd Rokita is warning Hoosiers to immediately check their homes for nearly 40 products recalled last month by the U.S. Consumer…
Gov. Braun assesses storm damage; Directs state resources to support impacted communities across Indiana
HAMMOND — Governor Mike Braun directed state response efforts from Northwest Indiana today, assessing damage from Tuesday’s severe storms and coordinating resources, as widespread power outages,…
City of Bloomington seeks residents to serve on boards and commissions
BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington invites residents to apply for positions on multiple boards and commissions. These service opportunities will allow members of the…
Lawn and garden tool safety: 230,000 injuries every year; Are you making these mistakes?
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yard work may seem like a routine weekend activity, but federal safety officials warn that operating outdoor power equipment carries significant risks….
North Lawrence Community Schools outlines ‘Offer vs. Serve’ guidelines to ensure full meal benefits for students
BEDFORD — The North Lawrence Community Schools (NLCS) Food Service Department has issued a comprehensive advisory to local families explaining the federal “Offer versus Serve”…
4-year-old boy killed after storm-toppled tree crushes Jennings County home
NORTH VERNON — A 4-year-old boy was killed Tuesday afternoon after severe weather swept through southern Indiana, knocking a large tree onto a residence in…
Medicare.gov tool helps families compare nursing homes with confidence
INDIANA – Choosing a nursing home for yourself or a loved one can be an overwhelming decision. To help families navigate these choices, federal healthcare…
