Education
Over 112,000 Free Books: The “Book Angel” program continues to bridge the braille literacy gap
INDIANA — For children and young adults with vision loss, the simple joy of owning a book can often be a rare luxury. Since 2002,…
MJHS Hits a High Note: Upcoming instrument Try-On Night for 5th graders
MITCHELL — The future sound of the Mitchell Junior High School band is about to take its first breath. MJHS has officially announced its Instrument…
Houchin introduces bipartisan bill to hold colleges accountable for student debt
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09) introduced H.R. 8009, the Student Protection and Success Act, legislation aimed at increasing accountability for institutions of higher education, improving student loan repayment…
Mitchell Community Schools Board of Trustees will meet in a special session on Thursday
MITCHELL – Mitchell Community Schools Board of Trustees will meet in a special session on Thursday, March 26. The meeting will be held in the…
Shawswick Farmers PTO to host school carnival on April 17
BEDFORD — The Shawswick Farmers PTO is inviting the community to “step right up” for a school carnival on Friday, April 17, 2026. The event…
Sagamore Institute report warns of “Failure to Launch” for young Hoosier men
INDIANA — A sobering new report from the Sagamore Institute, titled “Failure to Launch,” warns that young men in Indiana are struggling to transition into…
Mitchell Bands to host ISSMA Preview Concert supporting local food pantries
MITCHELL — The Mitchell Junior High and High School band programs will take the stage later this week for a special ISSMA Preview Concert, offering…
Former U.S. EPA Deputy Administrator Janet McCabe to headline “Talking Conservation” lecture
BLOOMINGTON — The “Talking Conservation” public lecture series continues its 2026 season next month with a deep dive into the complex relationship between federal mandates…
Indiana University’s Scott Dolson named 2026 National Athletic Director of the Year
BLOOMINGTON — In a year already defined by unprecedented athletic achievement, Indiana University Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Scott Dolson has reached a…
Congresswoman Erin Houchin applauds committee passage of Science of Reading Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09) applauded the passage of her legislation, H.R. 7890, the Science of Reading Act of 2026, out of the House Education and…
