Road closure planned for State Road 245 in Spencer County

SPENCER CO. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure for State Road 245 in Spencer County. Beginning on or around Monday, August…

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Obituary: Charles Wayne Higgs

September 22, 1943 – August 2, 2025 Charles Wayne Higgs, 81, of Mitchell, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025, at his residence. Born September 22,…

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Bartholomew County to end Commercial Cardboard and Paper Recycling Program as Rumpke opens new facility

COLUMBUS – Bartholomew County is set to discontinue its commercial cardboard and office paper recycling program, effective September 8, as Rumpke Waste & Recycling prepares…

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Indiana 4-H seeking volunteer shooting sports instructors

PAOLI — The Indiana 4-H program is calling for volunteers to become certified instructors for its shooting sports program. The program, which teaches youth safe…

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Orleans Fire Department looks for new firefighters and medical responders

ORLEANS — The Orleans Fire Department has launched a recruitment drive, encouraging residents to join as firefighters and medical responders. No experience needed for these…

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Bedford man facing multiple charges including OWI with children in his vehicle

BEDFORD – A Bedford man was arrested on Friday, August 1, following a traffic stop that led to multiple charges, including operating a vehicle while…

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Daviess Community Hospital secures $500,000 READI 2.0 Grant for Healing Horizons expansion

WASHINGTON – Daviess Community Hospital (DCH) has been awarded a $500,000 READI 2.0 Grant, which will support its Healing Horizons project. This initiative aims to…

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Free Veterans Resource Fair coming to Bloomington on August 20

BLOOMINGTON – Veterans across Southern Indiana are invited to a comprehensive resource fair designed to connect them with vital services and support. The event, hosted…

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Vehicle recall warning: Potential safety risks, free repairs

INDIANA— Your vehicle may be involved in a safety recall, which could create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, the…

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Mills Pool closed for the season; Bryan Park Pool open weekends through Labor Day

BLOOMINGTON – Mills Pool, located at 1100 W. 14th St., is closed for the 2025 season.  Bryan Park Pool, 1020 S. Woodlawn Ave., remains open…

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