Indiana State Fair to host annual job fair

INDIANA – The Indiana State Fair is preparing for another unforgettable summer as the 2026 Indiana State Fair returns August 7 through August 23, closed…

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Purdue Extension opens registration for superhero themed ‘Mini 4-H Day Camp’

BEDFORD — Local parents looking for a summer activity for their younger children can now register for the upcoming “Mini 4-H Day Camp.” Hosted by…

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Gov. Braun protects taxpayers, calls for additional property tax relief

INDIANA – Governor Mike Braun today ceremonially signed HEA 1210, a new law to protect Hoosier taxpayers, strengthen transparency, and expand property tax relief for Hoosier…

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Treasure Hunting Returns: 61st Annual Lawrence County Gem, Mineral, and Fossil Show set for June 26–28

BEDFORD — One of Southern Indiana’s most anticipated summer traditions is returning to the Lawrence County Fairgrounds next month. The Lawrence County Rock Club has…

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Indiana Fever Sports Performance Center mural design underway

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indy Arts Council, in partnership with Pacers Sports & Entertainment and the Indiana Fever, is seeking community input as part of the process…

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Census Bureau report details U.S. school enrollment trends; Early childhood participation surges

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Nearly a quarter of the American population age 3 and older was enrolled in some form of schooling in 2024, highlighted by…

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Indiana’s infant mortality rate stays at historic low for 2025

INDIANA – Provisional data from the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) show the 2025 infant mortality rate (IMR) in Indiana is 6.3 deaths per 1,000…

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DNR calls on Hoosiers to report armadillo sightings as range expands north

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking residents to keep their eyes on the ground and report any local sightings of…

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Volunteers needed to hook next generation of anglers at Indiana State Fair Fishin’ Pond

INDIANA — With summer in full swing, preparations are officially underway for the 2026 Indiana State Fair. The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has…

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Major toy recall: 121,000 squeeze toys sold at Walmart and Ollie’s contain asbestos

INDIANA — Federal safety officials have announced an urgent nationwide recall of more than 121,000 children’s squeeze toys after testing revealed the internal material contains…

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