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American Red Cross urges donors to give blood this fall; Offers incentives for upcoming drives
INDIANA — The American Red Cross is calling on Indiana residents to schedule appointments to donate blood or platelets this autumn to ensure hospitals maintain…
Monroe County Democrats to hold monthly meeting at downtown library
BLOOMINGTON — The Monroe County Democrats will host their regular monthly meeting on Sunday, Sept. 27, at the Monroe County Public Library in downtown Bloomington….
City of Bloomington fall leaf collection begins October 19Â
BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington will begin its annual fall leaf collection on Monday, October 19. Collection will continue through December 30 on residents’…
Indiana University professor represents Hoosier Nation on ‘Survivor’ Season 51
BLOOMINGTON — As Season 51 of the hit CBS reality series Survivor premieres, Hoosier fans have a local competitor to cheer on as she attempts…
Wendy’s Franchisee Files for Bankruptcy
INDIANA — The future of 13 northern Indiana Wendy’s fast-food locations remains uncertain following a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing by Meritage Hospitality Group, one of…
Royalty Crowned: Marissa Blais takes the title at the 2026 Persimmon Festival Queen Contest
MITCHELL — Royalty and tradition took center stage Monday night as the community gathered for the annual Persimmon Festival, highlighted by the announcement of this…
Wheeler Mission – Bloomington to host Grand Opening and Open House for newly renovated $4 million facility
BLOOMINGTON — Wheeler Mission – Bloomington will celebrate the completion of its newly renovated facilities with a community open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday,…
Crowned in Mitchell: Zoey Maddox takes the title at Junior Miss Persimmon Festival Contest
MITCHELL — The excitement of festival season continued as local youth stepped into the spotlight for the Junior Miss Persimmon Festival Contest, culminating in the…
Little Miss Royalty: Lydia Cessna Crowned at the Persimmon Festival
MITCHELL — The excitement was electric as the annual Persimmon Festival continued with the ever-popular Little Miss Contest, bringing out bright smiles, proud families, and…
Mini Majesty: Jovee Endris takes the crown at the Persimmon Festival Mini Miss Contest
MITCHELL — The cuteness factor was off the charts as the annual Persimmon Festival rolled out the red carpet for the youngest stars of the…
