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‘Fatal Distraction’ documentary hits No. 1 on Amazon Prime as heatstroke concerns rise
INDIANA — As extreme summer temperatures continue across the nation, Fatal Distraction, a powerful documentary examining the devastating phenomenon of children unknowingly left in vehicles,…
Applications open for 3rd Annual SPARK Tank Pitch Competition with up to $15,000 on the line
SEYMOUR — Applications are officially open for Jackson County entrepreneurs and innovators looking to turn their business ideas into reality through the third annual SPARK…
16-year-old female issued court summons following altercation at Bedford Taco Bell
BEDFORD — A 16-year-old female was cited and issued a promise to appear in court following an altercation outside a local fast-food restaurant on Monday…
FSSA and covering kids and families to host statewide public town halls on upcoming HIP work requirements
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA), in partnership with Covering Kids & Families, will host a series of public town halls…
Preparing for Indiana’s New HIP work requirements
INDIANA – Important changes are coming for Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP) members. Beginning January 1, 2027, Indiana will implement work requirements for most HIP members…
NLCS collecting school supplies and hygiene items to help students start strong
BEDFORD — North Lawrence Community Schools is asking the community to help students begin the new school year with confidence by donating backpacks and essential…
New destination for environmental education, hiking, and wetland protection to open in Monroe County in spring 2027
BLOOMINGTON — Construction is officially underway on the first phase of Sycamore Land Trust’s Carl Ziegler Wetlands and Education Center in northwest Monroe County. After…
Jackson County inmate facing child sex charges dies following apparent suicide attempt
BROWNSTOWN — An investigation led by the Indiana State Police is underway after a Crothersville man facing multiple felony child sex crime charges died following…
Monroe County reports eight cyclosporiasis cases amid regional outbreak; Health officials reiterate safety guidance
BLOOMINGTON — The Monroe County Health Department (MCHD) continues to actively monitor local and regional cyclosporiasis activity as part of an ongoing multistate outbreak that…
Community Foundation grants benefit BNL Music Program and StarLab expansion
BEDFORD — North Lawrence Community Schools recently received two grants from the Community Foundation of Lawrence County that will enhance educational opportunities for students. The…












