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Lawrence County Independent Schools Board of Trustees announces Strategic Planning Session
BEDFORD — The Board of Trustees of Lawrence County Independent Schools (LCIS) will convene this week for a special public meeting focused on the district’s…
FDA approves Xocova: The first oral antiviral to prevent COVID-19 after exposure
WASHINGTON — In a major expansion of the pandemic treatment toolkit, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially approved Shionogi’s Xocova (ensitrelvir). The…
Closure planned on State Road 64 in Crawford and Harrison counties
CRAWFORD/HARRISON COUNTY – Indiana Department of Transportation contractor E&B Paving, Inc. is scheduled to close a portion of State Road 64 on or after Monday, June…
CDC blueprint outlines schools as key battleground for lifelong youth health and academic success
INDIANA — Federal health officials have released an updated guiding framework emphasizing that America’s K-12 classrooms are among the most critical battlegrounds for promoting long-term…
Supporting Indiana Foster Youth and Families
STATEHOUSE – New laws are strengthening support for foster youth and families across the state. Hear from State Reps. Danny Lopez (R-Carmel) and Dale DeVon (R-Granger) on…
The Fungus Among Us: What actually happens when you accidentally eat mold
INDIANA – It is a scenario almost everyone has faced: you take a bite of a sandwich, glance down at the loaf of bread, and…
Proud moments ahead: Orange County Class of 2026 celebrated in WBIW’s Senior Spotlight
PAOLI — 1340 WBIW is recognizing graduating seniors across southern Indiana through its Senior Spotlight series on WBIW.com, helping to honor students from Orange County….
Senator Banks files Pro-Life Brief in Indiana Supreme CourtÂ
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) filed a brief in the Indiana Supreme Court supporting Indiana’s pro-life law. The brief was submitted in Individual…
FDA continues to warn consumers about the dangers of skin lightening products
INDIANA – FDA advises consumers not to use over-the-counter (OTC) skin lightening products due to high levels of mercury and/or hydroquinone. The agency also recommends consumers talk to their…
Highlight your photography talents with the Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest; submissions open nowÂ
INDIANA – During June, the Indiana State Department of Agriculture will accept submissions for the 19th annual Indiana Agriculture Photo Contest. The contest is open to all Indiana residents…
