Distracting dogs and spending discussed in Oolitic Town Council meeting

OOLITIC—On Monday, April 1st, the Oolitic Town Council met for its monthly meeting to tend to the town’s business. The meeting was much different than…

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Food Truck Fridays roll into Switchyard Park in Bloomington

BLOOMINGTON – The aroma of sizzling street food and the sounds of live music are filling Switchyard Park as the highly anticipated “Food Truck Fridays”…

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Renaissance’s beloved “Mr. BNL” contest is April 4th at the Performing Arts Center, tickets only $5

BEDFORD— The Bedford North Lawrence Renaissance Club is set to host its annual “Mr. BNL” fundraiser on Friday, April 4, at 7 p.m. in the…

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JC’s Christian Academy being recommended for accreditation

BEDFORD – On Thursday, March 27th, JC’s Christian Academy had it’s first accreditation meeting. Hours after school, the school provided an update to the community…

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Trump administration implements broad layoffs at US health agencies

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, the Trump administration initiated a new wave of significant workforce reductions, targeting employees at various U.S. health agencies. While the…

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Indiana Manufacturers Association accepting nominations for 2025 Manufacturing Excellence Awards

INDIANA—The Indiana Manufacturers Association (IMA) today announced that it is accepting nominations for the 2025 Manufacturing Excellence Awards. These awards honor Indiana companies and individuals for their outstanding…

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Rep. Houchin introduces four bills to protect students, support families, and uphold American values

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09) introduced four major legislative proposals to strengthen education, defend American institutions from foreign influence, support families in crisis, and…

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Senators Banks and Gallego Introduce the Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senators Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) introduced the Freedom of Association in Higher Education Act, a bipartisan bill that protects college…

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Police Log: April 2, 2025

Bedford Police Department Incidents – April 1 Accidents – April 1 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – April 1 Incidents – April 2 Incidents –…

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Obituary: Gordon Wayne Stewart

May 16, 1959 – March 31, 2025 Gordon Wayne Stewart, 65, of Bedford, passed away on March 31, 2025, at IU Hospice House in Bloomington….

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