Legend of Captain Purple: How a 1983 Bedford mystery inspired a modern movement of anonymous giving

LAWRENCE COUNTY — In the sweltering summer of 1983, a bizarre yet profoundly heartwarming phenomenon took over the 12 square miles of Bedford, Indiana. Families…

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Paying it Forward: LCCF deploys over $91,000 to fuel non-profit impact and safety upgrades

BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Community Foundation (LCCF) has finalized the impact tracking for its highly successful Open Grant Cycle, highlighting a total distribution of…

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Arts Commission provides grants to each of Indiana’s 92 counties in Fiscal Year 2026 

INDIANA – Today, the Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) announced direct grant funding in each of Indiana’s 92 counties in fiscal year 2026. Ten grants were recently…

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Gov. Braun and State Fire Marshal encourage Hoosiers to practice firework safety

INDIANA – As Independence Day approaches, Gov. Mike Braun and the State Fire Marshal encourage all Hoosiers to practice fireworks safety and follow state laws. …

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LCCF Grants empower local wellness and sobriety programs

BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Community Foundation (LCCF) has announced the distribution of its latest round of Health and Well-Being Grants, providing crucial financial backing…

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Obituary: Judith Ann Fields

May 26, 1945 – June 27, 2026 Judith Ann (Vaughn) Fields died June 27, 2026, at IU Health Hospice House in Bloomington, Indiana. Judy had…

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Griffy Lake Boathouse expands summer hours for kayak, canoe, and paddleboard rentals

BLOOMINGTON — As summer heat hits South-Central Indiana, Bloomington Parks and Recreation officials are reminding outdoor enthusiasts that the Griffy Lake Boathouse is officially open…

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25 IU Bloomington faculty selected for 2026 Rural Indiana Tour

BLOOMINGTON — In an effort to translate academic research into real-world regional impact, twenty-five Indiana University Bloomington faculty members have been selected to participate in…

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Gov. Braun directs State to reimburse local governments for gas tax holiday revenue

INDIANA â€“ Indiana Governor Mike Braun is directing his administration to make local governments whole for any gas tax revenues missed while the ongoing energy emergency is in effect. At…

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Houchin, Torres introduce bipartisan outcomes-based financing for Students Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Erin Houchin (R-IN-09) and Congressman Ritchie Torres (D-NY-15) recently introduced the bipartisan Outcomes-Based Financing (OBF) for Students Act. Companion legislation was introduced in the Senate…

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