Indiana Health officials announce first flu death; Urge Hoosier to take precautions to prevent illness

INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Health encourages Hoosiers to protect themselves against influenza (flu) after confirming the first flu-related death of the 2025-26 season….

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Pinhook Road closed Tuesday for culvert replacement

LAWRENCE CO. – Motorists traveling through the Pinhook Road area should plan for a detour tomorrow, Tuesday, October 28, 2025. The Lawrence County Highway Department…

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Orleans Band Regiment reopens can recycling bin at new location

ORLEANS – The Orleans Band Regiment has announced the successful relocation and reopening of its community can recycling bin, a popular local fundraising initiative. The…

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Obituary: Margaret Irma (Lane) Edwards

November 6, 1930 – October 25, 2025 Margaret Irma (Lane) Edwards, 94, of Bedford, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Stone Bridge Health Campus. Born…

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Investigation finds Lawrence County grandmother filed 18 unfounded child abuse reports

LAWRENCE CO. – A Lawrence County woman is facing criminal charges after an investigation revealed she allegedly filed 18 separate, unsubstantiated child abuse and neglect…

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End of penny production causes cash shortages at retailers

NATIONWIDE – The official end of U.S. penny production, ordered by President Donald Trump due to the coin costing more to make than its face…

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Martin County Alliance to host workshop on purpose-driven hiring and growth

LOOGOOTEE – The Martin County Alliance for Economic Growth has announced it will host a specialized half-day business workshop to improve local hiring and retention…

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Indiana State Police seek public help locating critically endangered tortoises stolen from Indianapolis Zoo

INDIANAPOLIS – The Capitol Police Section of the Indiana State Police (ISP) is reaching out to the public for assistance in locating two critically endangered…

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FSSA Quarterly Financial Review – Wednesday, October 29th

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration will host a Quarterly Financial Review on Wednesday, October 29, at 9 a.m. EDT.  During the QFR,…

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Honoring America Recycles Day: Making a daily impact on the planet

MONROE CO. – Every November 15th, America Recycles Day (ARD) serves as a national reminder that the simple act of recycling is a powerful daily…

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