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High water continues to impacts Monroe Lake ahead of Memorial Day weekend; Swimming beaches closed
BLOOMINGTON — Heavy rainfall over the past week has triggered high-water conditions across the region, heavily impacting local recreation areas just ahead of the busy…
Sen. Banks introduces legislation to strengthen U.S. food security and agricultural biosecurity through DoW–USDA partnership
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the DoD and USDA Research Act. This bill would codify and expand the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Department of…
Greater Mitchell Chamber of Commerce invites businesses to join 2026 Persimmon Festival as sponsors
MITCHELL — The annual Mitchell Persimmon Festival is right around the corner, bringing a highly anticipated week of live entertainment, hometown traditions, and family-friendly food…
Jackson County Sheriff’s Department sweeps Statewide D.A.R.E. Indiana Awards; Lt. Nicholson Named Officer of the Year
JACKSON COUNTY — The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department received top statewide honors last week during a prestigious ceremony hosted at the Indiana Governor’s Mansion in…
Lawrence County Community Foundation sccepting applications for non-traditional scholarships
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Community Foundation (LCCF) has officially opened the application window for its annual non-traditional scholarship cycle. Administered under the umbrella of…
City of Bloomington issues well-served letter of support for economic readiness at Monroe County Airport
BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington has issued a will-serve letter for Monroe County Airport, supporting infrastructure readiness and future aviation-related economic development at one…
Bedford First Christian Church to host Annual Ladies Tea Luncheon during Heritage Festival
BEDFORD — As the community gathers for the upcoming heritage festival, the outreach committee of Bedford First Christian Church is inviting locals to take a…
IU Football Coach Curt Cignetti set to drive Indy 500 Pace Car following historic championship season
INDIANAPOLIS — From the gridiron to the brickyard, Indiana University football head coach Curt Cignetti is keeping his unforgettable year moving at high speed. Following…
Mitchell Community Public Library unveils dinosaur-themed 2026 Summer Reading Program
MITCHELL — To help local students combat the “summer slide” and keep young minds active, the Mitchell Community Public Library has officially announced the launch…
Registration open for 24th Annual Ferdinand Heimatfest 5K and Kid’s Fun Run
FERDINAND — Registration is officially underway for the 24th Annual Ferdinand Heimatfest 5K Run/Walk and Kid’s Fun Run. Sponsored by Best Home Furnishings, the competitive…
