Education
USDA orders Indiana University to destroy biological materials in ‘active’ federal investigation
BLOOMINGTON — A federal investigation into the Indiana University Biology Department has escalated, with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) ordering the destruction of biological…
Medora Community Schools partners with Notre Dame to offer college-level courses
MEDORA — One of the smallest public school districts in Indiana is proving that size is no barrier to academic ambition. Medora Community Schools, located…
The invention of modern sandpaper and how to research historic patents
INDIANA – This week marks a major milestone in industrial history. In June of 1834, the very first mechanized process for manufacturing sandpaper was officially…
Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County honors the life and legacy of Victor Makximenko
BEDFORD — The Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County has dedicated its latest “Inside the Club” newsletter to honoring the life, achievements, and lasting…
Filing deadline is Thursday for Lawrence County School Boards under new Indiana party affiliation law
LAWRENCE COUNTY — School board races across Indiana will look significantly different on the ballot this November following a major shift in state election laws….
North Lawrence School Board schedules executive session for board training and personnel matters
BEDFORD — The North Lawrence Community Schools (NLCS) Board of School Trustees will convene for an executive session this Thursday evening to conduct board training…
Ivy Tech Bloomington hosting Middle School Visit Day on June 26
BLOOMINGTON – Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington invites students and their families to campus for Middle School Visit Day on Friday, June 26, from 1:00 p.m….
AT&T to announce $25,000 community investment, distribute 100 laptops and backpacks at SCCAP
BLOOMINGTON — In a collaborative effort to tackle the digital divide, AT&T representatives will gather at the South Central Community Action Program (SCCAP) on Wednesday…
Keeping students engaged in their education
STATEHOUSE – This year, legislators passed a new law prohibiting students from using personal wireless communication devices during the school day. State Reps. Jake Teshka…
Candidate filing deadline approaches for Lawrence County School Board seats
LAWRENCE COUNTY — Residents interested in shaping the future of Lawrence County education have only a few days left to officialize their campaigns. The filing…
