Orleans residents urged to complete wastewater survey for critical grant application

ORLEANS — Residents of Orleans are being strongly reminded of the importance of completing a brief wastewater survey being conducted by the Indiana 15 Regional…

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Medicare Open Enrollment is here: Compare plans now to avoid higher costs in 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Medicare’s annual Open Enrollment Period is officially underway, running now through December 7. All current Medicare beneficiaries are urged to review their…

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Indivisible South Central Indiana to host general meeting with Monroe County Democratic Chair

ELLETTSVILLE — Indivisible South Central Indiana (ISCI) will hold its October General Meeting featuring Chrissie Geels, Chair of the Monroe County Democratic Party, as the…

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State Soil Conservation Board meeting is Oct. 21

INDIANAPOLIS — The State Soil Conservation Board (SSCB) will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 21, from 9 a.m. to Noon ET at the Indiana Soybean Alliance at 8425 Keystone…

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Obituary: Harold O. Hawkins

January 2, 1941 – October 15, 2025 Harold O. Hawkins, 84, of Bedford, passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis….

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New Report: Social media driving ‘Viral Injury Epidemic’ in youth mental health

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Social media is fueling a youth mental health crisis on an unprecedented scale, according to a new white paper titled “The Viral…

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Orleans sets ‘Trick or Treat’ hours; Marshal stresses safety

ORLEANS — The Town of Orleans has officially designated 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, October 31st, for “Trick or Treat” activities this Halloween…

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Police Log: October 16, 2025

Bedford Police Department Incidents – October 15 Incidents – October 14 Accidents – October 15 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – October 15 Incidents –…

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City of Bloomington Utilities Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for 33 addresses

BLOOMINGTON – Due to a main break, 33 addresses on South Hays Drive, South Rogers Street, and West Rebecca Street will be under a precautionary…

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Obituary: Edward Dewayne Wright

March 25, 1961 – October 5, 2025 Edward Dewayne Wright, 64, of Heltonville, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at his residence. Born March…

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