One Hour to Save a Life: American Red Cross issues urgent call for May blood donations

INDIANA — As the school year winds down and Hoosiers gear up for summer vacations, the American Red Cross is reminding residents that just one…

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HHS Secretary Kennedy announces plan to curb psychiatric overprescribing

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. unveiled a sweeping initiative Monday aimed at reducing the “overprescribing” of…

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Mitchell man arrested after allegedly breaking into home in violation of a restraining order

MITCHELL — A local man is facing felony charges after police say he broke into a residence where he was legally barred from entering due…

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Indiana State Police is accepting applications for the 91st Recruit Academy

INDIANA – Indiana State Police is accepting applications for the 91st Recruit Academy for lateral applicants.  Individuals interested in beginning a rewarding career as an…

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Property Transfers: May 6, 2026

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Obituary: Linda Lou (Tyree) Pennington

April 22, 1944 – May 5, 2026 Linda Lou (Tyree) Pennington, 82, of Mitchell, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, surrounded…

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Bedford Lions Club marks 75th year of Pancake Festival with strong turnout despite chilly weather and threat of rain

BEDFORD — A long-standing community tradition continued Saturday as the Bedford Lions Club hosted its 75th Annual Pancake Festival at Thornton Park Pavilion, drawing more…

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Police Log: May 6, 2026

Bedford Police Department Incidents – May 5 Incidents – May 4 Accidents – May 5 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – May 5 Incidents –…

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Houchin, Trahan, Valadao, Pocan Introduce Bipartisan Campus Lifeline Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09) introduced the Campus Lifeline Act of 2026 alongside Representatives Lori Trahan (D-MA), David Valadao (R-CA), and Mark…

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Join FDA’s Office of Women’s Health and Human Foods Program on May 13 for a public webinar

NATIONWIDE – The FDA’s Office of Women’s Health, in partnership with the FDA’s Human Foods Program, is hosting a webinar during National Women’s Health Week on Wednesday,…

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