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Deadline to file a declaration of candidacy for the 2026 primary nomination is Friday, at Noon
LAWRENCE CO. — Lawrence County election officials have issued a final reminder that the deadline to file a declaration of candidacy for the 2026 primary…
U.S. beef supply crisis deepens as cattle herd hits 75-year low
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American cattle industry has reached a historic inflection point. According to a biannual report released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture…
Monroe County Democrats seek delegates and Precinct Chairs for 2026 Convention
BLOOMINGTON — The clock is ticking for Monroe County residents looking to take an active leadership role in the Indiana Democratic Party. The Monroe County…
Senator Banks calls for passage of SAVE America Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.), an original cosponsor of the SAVE America Act, released the following statement: Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) “If the United States cannot…
Oolitic Town Hall and Street Department announce new operating hours
OOLITIC — Following the January monthly council meeting, local officials have announced a shift in the operating schedule for both the Oolitic Town Hall and the…
Indiana mourns passing of Former Congressman Lee Hamilton
INDIANA– Today, Indiana is mourning the passing of former Congressman Lee Hamilton. Lee Hamilton, a 17-term congressman serving southern Indiana, whose foreign policy expertise, reverence for…
Bloomington council member Marty Hawk files to serve four more years
MONROE CO. – Long-time incumbent Monroe County Council Member Marty Hawk (R) filed for re-election on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Hawk represents District 3, located…
Rep. Bartels’ bill to streamline dozens of Indiana boards and commissions passes House
STATEHOUSE – Legislation authored by State Rep. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty) that reforms dozens of state boards and commissions was recently passed by the Indiana House…
Candidates face noon deadline this Friday for 2026 Primary Filing
LAWRENCE CO. — The clock is ticking for local political hopefuls. Prospective candidates are reminded that the deadline to file a declaration of candidacy for…
Senator Banks urges Senate passage of Tyler’s Law
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) spoke on the Senate floor about fentanyl overdose victim Tyler Shamash and the importance of effective fentanyl testing in hospital emergency rooms. The…
