Indiana bill seeks to update language and protect professionals in child abuse cases

INDIANA – The Indiana House Courts and Criminal Code Committee has advanced Senate Bill 326, a measure aimed at updating legal terminology and providing protections…

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New Hampshire man arrested for promotion of child sexual trafficking

MADISON CO. – An investigation initiated by the Indiana State Police has led to the arrest of a New Hampshire man on charges related to…

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“A win for farmers” — Governor Braun signs Freedom & Opportunity Bill HEA 1149 into law

INDIANAPOLIS—On Tuesday, Governor Mike Braun signed House Enrolled Act 1149 into law. This bill helps Hoosier farmers by creating a new online portal, giving them…

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Oolitic Town Council to hold Executive Session regarding commercial prospects

OOLITIC– The Oolitic Town Council has announced that it will convene an Executive Session on Thursday, March 27, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will take…

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Senator Banks introduces the College Employment Accountability Act

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Tuesday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the College Employment Accountability Act. This legislation ensures that federally funded colleges and universities comply with the Immigration…

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‘Honk’ if you love the Dogs! Small-town Orleans, on the strong shoulders of a close community, dreaming of Class A state title

“Well, I was born in a small town, and I live in a small town. Probably die in a small town. Oh, those small communities”…

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Obituary: Annette Faith Burton

July 26, 1952 – March 24, 2025 Annette Faith Burton, 72, of Mitchell, formally of Shelbyville, Indiana, passed away at 3:00 p.m. on March24, 2025,…

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Bedford Board of Zoning Appeals approves firearm repair business permit

BEDFORD— The Bedford Board of Zoning Appeals voted unanimously Tuesday to approve a special exception permit for a resident in the 1000 block of N…

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Orleans High Senior designs official 2025 Dogwood Festival logo

ORLEANS – The Orleans Dogwood Festival has unveiled its official logo for 2025, designed by Brooke Walters, a talented senior at Orleans High School. Brooke,…

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Orleans Dogwood Parade accepting entries: “Dogwoods Thrive in 2025” theme announced

ORLEANS– Get ready to celebrate spring in style! Entries are now being accepted for the 55th Annual Orleans Dogwood Parade, a cherished community tradition set…

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