Autumn blooms, youth entrepreneurs, and live music take center stage at Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market

BLOOMINGTON — As the weather turns crisp, the Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market is celebrating the autumn season with seasonal flowers, young business owners, and a…

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Indiana State Library to celebrate 10 years of Indiana Young Readers Center on Oct. 10; expand public access to state history through its online archives

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Library is inviting the public to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Indiana Young Readers Center with a free community…

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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…

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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….

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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…

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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,…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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From Pitch-Perfect to Persimmon-Perfect: WQRK and LiteFM Crown the Newest Persimmon Idol Champions!

MITCHELL — Local vocal talent was on full display as contestants took the Main Street Stage to compete for top honors at The Persimmon Idol…

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