Milly’s Lottery Pool wins $9.9 million jackpot in Columbus

COLUMBUS — A group of five Columbus-area residents who call themselves “Milly’s Lottery Pool” have claimed a $9.9 million Hoosier Lotto jackpot. The winning ticket,…

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CBO Report: Work requirements in ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ could cause 2.4 million to lose food stamp benefits

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A recent analysis by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates that a new law passed by Republican congressmen as part of President…

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Suspect at large after assault report, Monroe County Sheriff’s Office seeks publics help

BLOOMINGTON— The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is searching for a male suspect after an assault was reported on the Karst Farm Greenway Trail near…

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Daylight Saving Time ends November 2, 2025

INDIANA – The end of daylight saving time (DST) is approaching, bringing earlier sunsets as clocks “fall back” one hour on Sunday, November 2, 2025….

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Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari announces new perks for 2026 Season

SANTA CLAUS — Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari has announced new perks for its 2026 Platinum Season Pass holders, including early entry to the water…

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Lawrence County schools and others receive school safety grants

INDIANA — The Indiana Secured School Safety Board has unanimously approved the allocation of more than $27.1 million in grant funding to support school safety…

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INDOT expands automated speed enforcement to two new work zones

INDIANA—The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has announced the expansion of its worksite speed control pilot program, Safe Zones, to two additional locations. Starting on…

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Obituary: Sarah C. Kirbey

October 10, 1947 – August 30, 2025 Sarah C. Kirbey, 77, of Springville, passed away Saturday, August 30, 2025, peacefully at home surrounded by her…

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A week of weather changes: Cooler temperatures and rain ahead

INDIANA – Southern Indiana is set for a week of shifting weather, with a cold front and a second system bringing changes to temperatures and…

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Protesters rally downtown Bedford, peacefully demanding a higher minimum wage

BEDFORD — Dozens of protesters gathered at the Lawrence County Courthouse to demonstrate against low wages and President Donald Trump. Resident Jessie Starr shared that…

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