Cultivating Local Leaders: Leadership Daviess County opens 2026 applications

DAVIESS COUNTY – Aspiring community leaders have a unique opportunity to sharpen their skills and deepen their local impact as applications are now officially open…

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Making a Splash: Shoals High School announces inaugural spring musical

SHOALS – History is being made under the sea this April as Shoals High School prepares to debut its first-ever spring musical production. In a…

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Social Security Administration joins the TEFCA Network to speed up disability benefits decisions

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Social Security Administration (SSA) is taking an important step to improve how we serve the public by joining the Trusted Exchange…

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BNL Stars to shine at Stonegate’s Inaugural “Lunch with the Arts” event

BEDFORD — The Stonegate Arts and Education Center is launching a new cultural tradition this month, inviting the community to a midday celebration of local…

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Veterans Affairs finalizes new rule to fast-track benefits for veteran survivors

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has finalized a landmark rule change aimed at eliminating the bureaucratic “red tape” that has historically…

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ISP investigating after inmate found unresponsive in Bartholomew County Jail

COLUMBUS — The Indiana State Police (ISP) Versailles Post is investigating an incident at the Bartholomew County Jail after a female inmate was found unresponsive…

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IU Health Primary Care physician shares the importance of annual appointments

BLOOMINGTON – It’s always a good time of year to recommit yourself to your health, starting with an annual appointment with your primary care provider…

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Soil sampling program available for Hoosier farmers

INDIANA – The Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA), in partnership with organizations statewide and the Gulf Hypoxia Program (GHP), is reopening its no‑cost initiative…

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Winning $50,000 Powerball ticket sold in southern Indiana

SELLERSBURG – A winning Powerball ticket has been sold in southern Indiana. According to Hoosier Lottery, the $50,000 winning ticket was sold at Smokey’s #6…

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Obituary: Phyllis Anne Nikirk

April 23, 1927 – February 15, 2026 Phyllis Anne Nikirk, 98, of Bedford, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at her residence. Born April…

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