Illinois-Based R.P. Lumber acquires Bender Lumber, expands Indiana footprint

INDIANA — In a significant move for the Southern Indiana building industry, R.P. Lumber Co., Inc. has officially finalized the acquisition of Bender Lumber, a…

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Spring shore fishing: Chasing Indiana’s spawning walleye

INDIANA — As the winter ice retreats and water temperatures climb into the 40s, one of Indiana’s most anticipated fishing windows is about to open….

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Indiana DNR announces recruitment drive for conservation officers

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Division of Law Enforcement is officially scouting for a new wave of Indiana Conservation Officers. The…

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Indiana Supreme Court denies Jackson County Judge’s budget mandate review

SEYMOUR — The Indiana Supreme Court has officially ended a long-running budget dispute between the Jackson Circuit Court and the Jackson County Council. On February…

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Scarlett Brinson dominates at Madam Mayhem Wrestling Tournament

BEDFORD — A Bedford Middle School student turned in a historic performance on the wrestling mat this past weekend. Scarlett Brinson, an 8th grader, secured…

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Martin County Community Foundation injects nearly $200K into local nonprofits; Director Curt Johnson announces retirement

LOOGOOTEE — The Martin County Community Foundation (MCCF) concluded 2025 with a significant surge in local investment, awarding nearly $200,000 in grants during the final…

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Indiana Chamber connects local students to business-backed high school courses, credentials and skills

INDIANA — Leaders from the Indiana Chamber of Commerce and College Board have announced their collaboration to bring new career courses into high school classrooms across the state. The…

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215 students to compete in Fifth Annual OCU Scholastic contest

OAKLAND CITY – A total of 215 students representing 11 area high schools will gather at Oakland City University on Friday, February 27, for the…

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Orleans prepares for 56th Annual Dogwood Festival: A tribute to “America 250”

ORLEANS — The Orleans Chamber of Commerce is finalizing preparations for the 56th Anniversary of the Dogwood Festival, scheduled to run from April 18 through…

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ISP Master Trooper Tim Weisenberger retires after 26 years of service

ORANGE COUNTY – Today a member of the Indiana State Police and a fixture of the Orange County community will be hanging up the mic…

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