Residents return home after major gas main rupture

BARTHOLOMEW/BROWN COUNTY — Residents near the Bartholomew and Brown County line are back in their homes today after a massive gas line rupture forced emergency…

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Bloomington Pet Expo returns to Switchyard Park on March 8

BLOOMINGTON – The annual Bloomington Pet Expo is set to return on Sunday, March 8, offering a fun, educational day for pet owners and animal…

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Respected area physician Dr. Guy Bruce Waldo passes away at 69

BEDFORD — The Bloomington and Bedford communities are mourning the loss of Dr. Guy Bruce Waldo, 69, who passed away peacefully on Friday, January 23,…

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The Indiana Authors Awards’ Speaker Program and Writing Workshops offer free opportunities to engage with local writers

INDIANA — A total of 40 organizations will host Indiana authors in 2026 as part of a statewide Speaker Program and Writing Workshop Program offered…

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Bo Burkhart resigns as Washington Basketball Coach

WASHINGTON – The Washington High School athletic department confirmed a significant leadership change yesterday, announcing the resignation of Boys Varsity Basketball Head Coach Bo Burkhart,…

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IRMCA announces new award honoring Mitchell native, ready mix concrete advocate

MITCHELL – The Indiana Ready Mixed Concrete Association announced the creation of the Michael L. Collins Cement Producer Award, a new honor recognizing outstanding contributions…

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New study shows trust in Google weakens as AI usage increases

NATIONWIDE – For more than two decades, Google has been considered the gold standard for online information quality. But new research reveals that trust is…

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Environmental Resilience Institute accepting nominations for 2026 Hoosier Resilience Heroes

INDIANA – Now through March 6, the Environmental Resilience Institute will be accepting nominations for 2026 Hoosier Resilience Heroes, Indiana residents who are going above…

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Kindergarten screening scheduled for March 11 at LCIS

BEDFORD – Lawrence County Independent Schools is now scheduling kindergarten screenings for the 2026–27 school year, with appointments available on Wednesday, March 11, from 9…

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Deadline to file a declaration for candidacy for May Primary is February 6

BEDFORD – As the January filing window remains open, the political landscape for the upcoming 2026 Lawrence County Primary Election is rapidly coming into focus….

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