Health
West Nile Virus detected in Daviess County mosquitoes
DAVIESS CO. — The Indiana Department of Health has confirmed that mosquito samples in Daviess County have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). In…
Daviess Community Hospital Oncology Cookoff raises over $2,000 for cancer patients
WASHINGTON — Daviess Community Hospital held its annual Oncology Cookout on August 13, raising $2,183 to support local cancer patients. The funds will be allocated…
Hostess recalls Ding Dongs over potential mold contamination
INDIANA — Hostess Brands has issued a nationwide recall for several lots of its Ding Dongs snack cakes due to a manufacturing issue that could…
Blue Bell Ice Cream issues allergy alert on undeclared almond, walnut, and pecan in Moo-llennium Crunch Ice Cream packaged in a Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough half gallon cartonÂ
INDIANA – Blue Bell Ice Cream is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of Moo-llennium Crunch Ice Cream half gallon packaged in a Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough…
Dementia Friendly Martin County to host kick-off event Tuesday
LOOGOOTEE — A kick-off event for the Dementia Friendly Martin County initiative is set for August 26, 2025, at the Martin County 4-H Fairgrounds Event…
Indiana Department of Health urges parents to practice safe sleep for their infants
INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) urges parents to take steps to protect the health and safety of their infants following a surge…
Monroe County government buildings to reopen on Thursday after mold remediation
BLOOMINGTON — Several Monroe County government buildings, including the Justice Building at 7th and College, were closed on Tuesday and will remain shut down until…
Daviess Community Hospital to host free car seat safety clinic
WASHINGTON — Daviess Community Hospital will hold a free Car Seat Safety Clinic on Saturday, September 20, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the…
American Academy of Pediatrics issues new vaccine guidance for children amid rising COVID-19 cases
INDIANA – COVID-19 cases are on the rise in the United States, with transmission increasing in at least 45 states. In response to this trend,…
FDA warns against consuming certain Walmart frozen shrimp due to radioactive contamination concerns
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has advised consumers to avoid eating specific bags of frozen raw shrimp sold at Walmart due…
