Obituary: Darlene Whitted Riley

August 9, 1935 – May 16, 2026 Darlene W. “Dee” Riley, 90, of Seymour, IN, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the IU…

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Obituary: Teresa Diane Maschino

September 27, 1958 – May 8, 2026 Teresa Diane Maschino, 67, of Bedford, IN, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 8, 2026, at the IU…

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High‑speed pursuit on I‑80 leads to arrest of Illinois teen driver

LAKE COUNTY – On May 17, 2026, at approximately 10:10 p.m., an Indiana State Police trooper assigned to the Lowell Post arrested an Illinois driver…

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Orleans Chamber announces packed summer event lineup; Dogwood festival success

ORLEANS — The Orleans Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors gathered for their monthly “Breakfast Chat” on Thursday, May 14, pairing a recap of recent…

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Gov. Mike Braun visits communities across Indiana, highlighting affordability and public safety

INDIANA – Governor Mike Braun traveled across Indiana last week to meet with local leaders and Hoosiers working to strengthen public safety, grow local economies, and…

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Wrong-way driver arrested after fiery head‑on crash on Indiana Toll Road

LAKE COUNTY – On Sunday, May 17, 2026, at approximately 4:27 a.m. CST, Trooper Jovanovic was dispatched to a report of a wrong-way driver traveling westbound…

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Clear out the Clutter: GM Bedford Casting Operations to host free e-waste recycling event

BEDFORD — If you have old cell phones, tangled power cords, or a dusty television taking up valuable closet space, General Motors is offering a…

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Reduce waste feed your lawn: Free home composting workshop coming to Bloomington

BLOOMINGTON — Monroe County residents looking for a simple way to shrink their trash bills, fight climate change, and score free nutrients for their gardens…

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Rain out: Murray Forest Park Pokémon card hunt moves to Facebook Live event

BEDFORD — Heavy afternoon downpours have thrown a wrench into today’s local treasure hunt, forcing Bedford’s most popular new outdoor adventure to adapt on the…

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Lawrence County Prosecutor’s Office honored with prestigious federal award for child protection

INDIANA — The Lawrence County Prosecutor’s Office has been recognized at the federal level for its exceptional efforts in combating child sexual exploitation. On Friday,…

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