America’s next coin casualty: Soaring metal prices put the costly nickel on notice

NATIONAL — The American penny is officially history. After decades of debate, the U.S. Mint in Philadelphia pressed its last pennies, finally conceding to soaring…

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Pope Leo XIV to host a historic digital encounter with youth at the National Catholic Conference in Indianapolis

INDIANAPOLIS — Faithful of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis are invited to participate in a historic digital event as Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to engage…

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The Mitchell Community Schools Board of Trustees will meet tonight

MITCHELL – The Mitchell Community Schools Board of Trustees will meet tonight at 6:00 p.m. in the MCS Administration Office. On the agenda: I. CALL…

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Obituary: Nancy Lou Rollins

November 29, 1940 – November 16, 2025 Nancy Lou Rollins, 84, of Bedford, passed away Sunday, November 16th, at 9:22 p.m. at Westview Nursing Home…

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The Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs’ Community Development Block Grant Recovery Housing Program is now open for applications

INDIANA – The Recovery Housing Program provides funds to assist rural communities and their non-profit partners, if applicable, to establish or expand transitional recovery housing…

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Fourth IU Fraternity suspended this semester after reported hazing incident

BLOOMINGTON — Indiana University has issued a cease and desist order against the Tau Epsilon Phi student organization following a reported incident of hazing. This…

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Full November SNAP benefits now available for eligible Hoosiers

INDIANA — The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) announced that it has begun issuing the full monthly benefits for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance…

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Mitchell sets date for Third Annual Christmas Celebration

MITCHELL — The City of Mitchell will host its third annual “Christmas in Downtown Mitchell” celebration on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, inviting families to Friendship…

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Lawrence County 4-H member wins prestigious state scholarship amid Foundation’s tax announcement

INDIANA — The Indiana 4-H Foundation has announced its 2025 Accomplishment Scholarship recipients, recognizing 44 outstanding 4-H members across the state. Among the winners is…

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Holiday Rescue: Deer saved after tumbling into deep pool at Holday World & Splashin’ Safari

SANTA CLAUS — A deer required a dramatic rescue operation after it fell into a deep pool at the Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari, highlighting…

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