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Bloomington honors Elizabeth Mitchell as 2026 Living Legend ahead of Black History Month Finale
BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington announced local historian, cultural preservationist and storyteller Elizabeth Mitchell as the 2026 Living Legend. For more than 50 years, Mitchell…
Civil Rights Icon Rev. Jesse Jackson dies at 84
CHICAGO — The Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr., the towering civil rights leader, two-time presidential candidate, and protégé of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., died Tuesday…
New Tribute: Harriet Powers’ “Pictorial Quilt” honored on new USPS Forever Stamps
INDIANA — The United States Postal Service (USPS) has announced a new addition to its 2026 collection, celebrating the life and legacy of Harriet Powers,…
Sparklight brings Ultra-Fast Multi-Gig Internet to Loogootee, Washington and Vincennes communities
INDIANA – Fiber-fueled internet provider Sparklight is bringing enhanced speeds, capacity, and reliability to Vincennes, Washington, and Loogootee with the launch of its new Multi-Gig internet service. As streaming, gaming,…
Purdue Extension-Daviess County announces American Presidents youth project
WASHINGTON – Purdue Extension-Daviess County is offering a new youth project titled “American Presidents,” encouraging participants to research and learn about presidents from American history….
City of Bloomington offers Downtown Outreach Grants to local nonprofits addressing opioid addiction and recovery
BLOOMINGTON – Local nonprofit organizations providing prevention, treatment, recovery, housing stability, and related services for individuals impacted by opioid addiction are invited to apply for the…
Rare yellow cardinal could make a surprise appearance in Indiana backyards
INDIANA — Birdwatchers across the Hoosier state are being urged to keep their binoculars ready this spring. A “one-in-a-million” genetic anomaly is turning the iconic…
Maple syrup showdown and pancake breakfast fundraiser set for March 14
HELTONVILLE — A maple syrup competition and pancake breakfast fundraiser titled “The Great Maple Syrup Showdown” will be held Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 8…
Local companies named a ‘Best Place to Work in Indiana’ for 2026
INDIANA– Indiana’s workplaces are raising the bar. The 2026 Best Places to Work in Indiana list features 150 standout employers from across the state in more…
Orleans Chamber of Commerce announces 2026 leadership and vision
ORLEANS — The Orleans Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors officially kicked off the new year last Thursday, convening at Town Hall for their annual…
