Obituary: Virginia “Ginny” Marie Kowalski

Virginia Marie Kowalski “Ginny”: 75 years old of Fox Lake, IL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 15, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was…

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New Year’s resolution winter workout tips — new video available from Purdue

WEST LAFAYETTE — A video featuring Jason Chrapek, a clinical assistant professor in the College of Health and Human Sciences’ Department of Health and Kinesiology…

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City adds College Football National Championship watch party opportunity at Buskirk-Chumley following Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration

BLOOMINGTON – Following the Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration, the City has arranged an optional, free, community viewing opportunity at the Buskirk‑Chumley Theater (114 E. Kirkwood…

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BPD traffic stop leads to arrest of Indianapolis man on meth and narcotics charges

BEDFORD — An Indianapolis man was arrested early Jan. 11 after a traffic stop in Bedford led to the discovery of suspected drugs and paraphernalia,…

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Bloomington recognized as 2025 Digital Inclusion Trailblazer

BLOOMINGTON – The National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) has named Bloomington as a2025 Digital Inclusion Trailblazer, recognizing the city’s efforts to close the digital divide. This year, Bloomington…

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Bedford to host 37th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Unity March and Service Sunday

Organizers say the annual event is intended to bring residents together through fellowship, prayer, and reflection in honor of Dr. King’s legacy and the ongoing…

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Mitchell Community Public Library hosts “Amazing Hoosier Women” Escape Room for teens Feb. 7

MITCHELL — Mitchell Community Public Library is inviting local teens to put their puzzle-solving skills to the test with an “Amazing Hoosier Women” Escape Room…

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Secretary Diego Morales reminds candidates of January 21st campaign finance reporting deadline

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales is reminding Indiana candidates and political committees that the next campaign finance reporting deadline is less than…

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Mitchell man arrested after welfare check leads to protective order violation

MITCHELL — A Mitchell man was arrested following an investigation into a reported disturbance and an alleged violation of a protective order at a local…

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Rested Jennings ready for conference clash with BNL

By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Craving stability and structure is buried somewhere in human DNA. Constant change can create chaos. That’s the challenge new…

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