Indiana Arts Commission launches ‘Vision & Venture’ workshop for emerging creatives

INDIANA– The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) has announced that applications are now open for Vision & Venture, a new six-week workshop series designed to equip…

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Holiday leftovers & your pets: What’s safe to share and what’s not

BEDFORD — As holiday gatherings wind down and refrigerators fill with Christmas leftovers, veterinarians are reminding families to think twice before sharing festive foods with…

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From Thriller to Truth: Nonfiction read-alikes for fiction lovers

INDIANA – For many readers, the allure of fiction—the escape, the world-building, the characters—is hard to resist. But what if we told you that the…

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Orange County 4-H Junior Leaders open enrollment for 2025–2026 program year

PAOLI — Orange County 4-H is inviting local youth in grades 6–12 to join the 4-H Junior Leaders program for the 2025–2026 year, offering students…

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Connect with Indiana 211 to find local warming centers during the winter weather season

INDIANA – During the winter weather season, warming centers will be open across the state for those in need of a safe and warm place…

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Monroe County announces Holiday Tree Recycling Program for 2025-26 season

BLOOMINGTON — As the holiday season draws to a close, the Waste Reduction District of Monroe County has announced its annual holiday tree recycling program…

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Purdue Extension to host 2026 Virtual Master Gardener Training for local residents

BEDFORD — Purdue Extension offices in Lawrence, Monroe, and Brown counties have announced they are joining the Statewide 2026 Virtual Master Gardener Basic Training course,…

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Navigating the ‘Holiday Blues’: Why the season isn’t always bright — How to cope

INDIANA – For many, the month of December is synonymous with warmth, seamless family traditions, and festive cheer. But beneath the glitter and tinsel lies…

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Purdue’s guitar-building expertise draws ‘Monday Night Football’ spotlight

WEST LAFAYETTE – After observing the excitement Purdue’s guitar lab generated by building the “Win for Jim” guitar for the Indianapolis Colts, ESPN decided it wanted a one-of-a-kind instrument of…

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Ray Allison named next executive director of the Indiana State Fair Commission

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana State Fair Commission is pleased to announce Ray Allison as its next Executive Director, succeeding Cindy Hoye upon her retirement in March…

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