Smoke rises again: Tony Stewart set for NASCAR return in Ram Truck debut

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – In a move that has sent shockwaves through the motorsports world, Hall of Famer Tony Stewart is coming out of NASCAR retirement….

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Lawrence County SWCD plant sale spotlight: anise hyssop featured native plant

BEDFORD – Lawrence County Soil & Water Conservation District is highlighting anise hyssop (Agastache foeniculum) as part of its 2026 Native Plant Sale—a popular native…

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More volunteer spots open for United Way Winter Preparedness Kit Build

SEYMOUR – Jackson County United Way has opened additional volunteer spots for its Winter Preparedness Kit Build, set for Friday, January 16, from 1-3 p.m….

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Local support requested for record-breaking Mitchell School Band program

MITCHELL — Following a historic season of musical achievement, the Mitchell Band Boosters have officially launched their 2026-2027 sponsorship drive, calling on the community to…

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Indiana Forest Alliance releases report showing the economic value of expanding Charles Deam Wilderness area in Hoosier National Forest

HOOSIER NATIONAL FOREST — The Indiana Forest Alliance (IFA) released a study that supports the expansion of the Charles Deam Wilderness area and establishment of…

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Indiana House unanimously votes to honor Bob Knight with roadway dedication

BLOOMINGTON — The Indiana House of Representatives took a unanimous step Tuesday to memorialize one of the most iconic figures in the state’s sporting history….

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Free IT training returns to Lawrence County: Spring 2026 applications now open

BEDFORD — Local residents looking to jumpstart a career in the high-demand world of technology can once again take advantage of the CODE/IT Academy. Applications…

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Registration open for Indiana 4-H day at the statehouse

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana 4-H members in grades 7–12 are invited to take part in a unique civic leadership experience during the 2026 Indiana 4-H Day…

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Purdue Extension offers “Fruitful Fridays” backyard growing series in February

BLOOMFIELD – Purdue Extension is inviting current and aspiring backyard fruit growers to take part in “Fruitful Fridays in February,” a four-session program focused on…

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Bedford Housing Authority to close to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day

BEDFORD — In observance of the federal holiday honoring the life and legacy of Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the Bedford Housing Authority has…

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