Certain tobacco age-of-sale requirements go into effect today

INDIANA—Beginning September 30, retailers must verify with photo identification the age of anyone under 30 who is trying to purchase tobacco products, including e-cigarettes. Previously,…

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Helpful Supplemental Security Income changes reducing customer burden take effect today

WASHINGTON— Social Security Administration policy updates that expand access to Supplemental Security Income (SSI) in accordance with the law are effective today.  The agency no…

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City of Bloomington’s King Commission seeks nominees for Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Award

BLOOMINGTON— The City of Bloomington Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration Commission is currently accepting nominations for the 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr….

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New resource available for livestock producers transitioning to organic

WASHINGTON—The National Organic Program (NOP) has posted a new Livestock Transitional Production Plan (TPP) template on the AMS website. This resource was developed under the Organic Transition Initiative’s…

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Chase Briscoe set to ignite action at YellaWood 500 at Talladega Superspeedway

TALLADEGA, AL. — The NASCAR Playoffs continue this Sunday, October 6, with the YellaWood 500 at the iconic Talladega Superspeedway. Set to begin at 2…

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Calling all engineers and builders: Annual Pumpkin Launch Competition seeks talent to propel fall fun

BLOOMINGTON—Bloomington Parks and Recreation needs creative builders, inventors, and engineers to build mechanical devices for the annual Bloomington Pumpkin Launch competition at the Monroe County…

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Fall archery season for turkey opens October 1

INDIANA—Fall archery season for turkeys is open statewide from October 1 through October 27 and December 7 through January 5, 2025, so grab your equipment…

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Secretary of State Diego Morales meets with Czech President Pavel

CHICAGO – Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales recently met with the President of the Czech Republic, Petr Pavel. Their discussions centered on fostering stronger economic…

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Bridge closure to impact State Road 59 north of Clay City

CLAY CITY – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a temporary bridge closure on State Road 59 just north of Clay City. Beginning on or…

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Orleans Fall Town-Wide Clean Sweep is this week

ORLEANS – The Orleans Town Council has announced that today, until October 5, is designated the “Fall Town-Wide Clean Sweep.” The council is encouraging all…

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