Madison named Indiana Community of the Year

MADISON— With its rich heritage and historic architecture, beautiful setting along the Ohio River, and proximity to several large metropolitan areas, most Hoosiers are familiar with…

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Town of Oolitic issues burn ban

OOLITIC – The Oolitic Fire Chief and the Oolitic Town Council have banned all open outside burning, effective immediately until further notice. This decision was…

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Indiana DNR seeks public help in investigating boat dumping incidents

INDIANA— The Indiana Department of Natural Resources law enforcement division is asking the public for help tracking down individuals responsible for illegally dumping boats on…

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Protecting kids and educate parents on the right car seat for child’s age and size 

INDIANA – According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for children ages 1…

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House passes Jim Banks’ bill to protect pensions from ESG

WASHINGTON— Wednesday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03), a member of the House Education and Workforce Committee bill, the Providing Complete Information To…

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Healthy Aging Month and tobacco cessation

BLOOMINGTON – September is Healthy Aging Month, and quitting smoking is one of the healthiest things an individual can do at any age. “Making healthy…

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Rep. Banks votes NO on continuing Biden-Harris spending levels

WASHINGTON—Wednesday, after voting against H.R. 9494, the Continuing Appropriations and Other Matters Act of 2025, Congressman Jim Banks (IN-03) released the following statement: “Today (Wednesday),…

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Gift to Oakland City University will complete construction of new Tennis Center

OAKLAND CITY – Doctors Don and Mary Ann Wilder have served up the winning point in constructing a new Tennis Center on the campus of…

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Chesterton farmers market wins Indiana’s Ultimate Farmers Market Challenge 

INDIANAPOLIS— Indiana Grown and the Indiana Farmers Market Community of Practice (INFMP) announced Coffee Creek Farmers Market in Chesterton, Ind, as the winner of Indiana’s Ultimate Farmers Market…

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Lawrence County Sheriff announced on-line auction for vehicles

BEDFORD—Beginning on October 3, the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department will offer 11 light bars, eight Pro gard long gun security racks, one Pro gard push…

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