Indiana March 2026 Employment Report

INDIANA – The unemployment rate of the State of Indiana in March was 3.3%, according to the Indiana Department of Workforce Development. By comparison, the national…

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Rep. Bartels helps honor Huntingburg volunteer firefighter for 50 years of service

STATEHOUSE – State Rep. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty) recently joined the Indiana Volunteer Firefighters Association to honor Huntingburg Volunteer Firefighter Larry Patberg at the Statehouse for 50 years of service….

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FDA announces potato chip recall: Toss these bags for salmonella concerns

NATIONWIDE – Utz Quality Foods, LLC, issued a voluntary recall for certain batches of Zapp’s® and Dirty® brand potato chips after being notified that the…

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From Rails to Recreation: Historic Bedford Rail Site to become inclusive downtown park

BEDFORD — A historic pocket of land near downtown Bedford is set for a major transformation into a modern, inclusive park and playground. The city…

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Obituary: Myla Fredell Cassidy

July 20, 1940 – May 5, 2026 Myla Fredell Cassidy, 85, of Bedford, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at her residence. Born July…

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Indiana opens enrollment for Summer Learning Labs following “double-digit” academic gains

INDIANA — As the academic year draws to a close, Indiana education leaders are inviting families to stem “summer slide” by enrolling in the 2026…

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Emphasis on spaying and neutering at Annual Indiana Animal Welfare Conference

INDIANA – Nearly 300 animal-welfare professionals and volunteers, rescue and community organizations, veterinary professionals, and government officials from across the state gathered April 17 and 18…

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Bedford woman arrested following apartment standoff and struggle with police

BEDFORD — A local woman was taken into custody Monday morning following a prolonged verbal dispute that escalated into a physical struggle with law enforcement…

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AI-Powered Scams: Experts warn “human lie detectors” are no match for new wave of fraud

INDIANA — The digital landscape has shifted, and with it, the tools of deception. Experts are issuing a stark warning to Indiana residents: the rapid…

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North Lawrence Water Authority seeking local contractors for customer referral list

BEDFORD — The North Lawrence Water Authority (NLWA) has announced a new initiative to assist residents with private water line maintenance by compiling a directory…

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