Man charged with burglary following theft from abandoned home

BEDFORD — A Mount Vernon man has been formally charged with burglary and theft after he and two others allegedly stole items from an abandoned…

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Public input requested on improving visitor services in national parks

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Park Service is seeking public input to help identify ways to improve visitor services in national parks, including more efficient…

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The Counterfeit Crisis: How online fakes are threatening businesses and consumers alike

INDIANA – Counterfeit goods have evolved from back-alley deals to a sophisticated global crisis, with an estimated $467 billion in fake products circulating in international…

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Obituary: Robert H. Cazee

August 19, 1940 – September 7, 2025 Robert H. Cazee, 85, of Bedford, died Sunday, September 7, 2025, at IU Health Hospice House in Bloomington….

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Obituary: Mary Lisa Salmon

September 8, 1962 – September 8, 2025 Mary L. (Harder) Salmon, 63, of Loogootee, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, at her residence. Born…

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Obituary: Christie Lee Speer Maxwell

October 15, 1957 – September 6, 2025 Christie Lee Speer Maxwell, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, daughter, teacher, and friend, passed away September 6,…

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Knights of Columbus raise over $20,000 for local charities

BEDFORD — The Knights of Columbus Council 1166 has raised over $20,000 to date during its 48th annual Tootsie Roll Drive. The funds will be…

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Mitchell announces Clean Sweep ahead of Persimmon Festival

MITCHELL — The City of Mitchell is encouraging residents to get their properties in order ahead of the annual Persimmon Festival with a communitywide Clean…

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Porch pirate arrested after Bloomington Police makes traffic stop

BLOOMINGTON — A Bloomington woman is facing multiple charges after police found her with numerous stolen packages in her vehicle during a traffic stop. Tiffany…

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Orange County Courthouse to celebrate 175th Anniversary

PAOLI — The Orange County Courthouse, a centerpiece of the community since its completion in 1850, is celebrating its 175th anniversary. A public celebration is…

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