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DNR schedules State Forest Open Houses; Public input encouraged
October 16, 2025
INDIANA— The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host a series of Open Houses at numerous state forests across Indiana on October 28, 29, and 30, 2025. These events are designed to a...
All Aboard! Indiana Rail Road announces 35th Annual Santa Train schedule
October 16, 2025
INDIANA/ILLINOIS — Santa Claus is coming to town for the 35th year, and he’s arriving by rail. The Indiana Rail Road (INRD) has officially announced the schedule for its 2025 Santa Train, a belov...
Loogootee Beautification Board to host Fall Vendor Market
October 16, 2025
LOOGOOTEE — The Loogootee Beautification Board is hosting its annual Fall Vendor Market next week, promising a full day of local shopping, sweet treats, and autumn activities. The market will ta...
Grecco’s Pizza celebrates 80 years; 8 lucky winners receive free pizza for a year and more
October 16, 2025
BEDFORD — Grecco’s Pizza is celebrating 80 incredible years of serving the community with a special anniversary event on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Grecco’s Pizza is located at 519 Lincoln...
Amy Huffman Oliver launches call for campaign leaders in competitive House District 62 race
October 16, 2025
BLOOMINGTON — Amy Huffman Oliver, a Democratic candidate for the Indiana House of Representatives District 62, has launched a major recruitment effort for dedicated volunteers to lead her campaign ...
Drones are revolutionizing the way utilities operate
October 16, 2025
BEDFORD — Once considered just toys, drones are now transforming the utility industry by improving efficiency, safety, and communication. Across the United States, utilities spend between $6 billio...
Historic Indiana churches share $2.4 million in grants for critical repairs
October 16, 2025
INDIANA— Fourteen congregations across Indiana have been awarded a total of $2.4 million in grants from Indiana Landmarks’ Sacred Places Indiana Fund. The competitive matching grants are intended...
Road closure planned for State Road 45/58 in Greene County
October 16, 2025
GREENE CO. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure for State Road 45/58 in Greene County. Beginning on or around Monday, October 20, crews will close State Road 45/58...
Bloomington’s Hopewell South Project kicks off with focus on attainable housing
October 16, 2025
BLOOMINGTON — The City of Bloomington is set to host a major kickoff event next week for the Hopewell South development, one of the most significant housing projects in the city’s core. The e...
Special Forces Veteran Greg Stube to headline Boys & Girls Club Dinner and Auction
October 16, 2025
BEDFORD — The Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County has announced that this year’s Dinner & Auction will feature Greg Stube, a retired U.S. Army Green Beret, author, and nationally recogni...