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Husband and wife dead in apparent murder suicide shooting in Santa Claus; Investigation underway
October 14, 2025
SPENCER CO. — A domestic incident in Santa Claus, Indiana, on Monday afternoon resulted in the deaths of both a husband and wife, according to the Spencer County Sheriff’s Office. The case is bei...
Property Transfers: October 14, 2025
October 14, 2025
Filed October 10: Jon D. and Deborah A. Gipe to Victor S. and Jo Ellen Fitzgerald, 723 O Street, Bedford, IN, 47421, $279,900 Richard W. and Debra L. Norman to Rick’s Automotive and To...
Indy Eleven hosts Fan Appreciation Night this Saturday; Win tickets now!
October 14, 2025
INDIANAPOLIS — Indy Eleven will close out the 2025 regular season with its final theme night of the year Fan Appreciation Night on Saturday, October 18, at Carroll Stadium. The Boys in Blue will t...
Concerned shoppers alert police to suspicious driver near Walmart in Bedford
October 14, 2025
BEDFORD — An Indianapolis woman is facing multiple charges, including operating a vehicle while intoxicated and resisting law enforcement, after an incident Saturday night that started with a repor...
Pizza Hut Founder John Bender to headline Ivy Tech Entrepreneurship Fundraiser
October 14, 2025
BLOOMINGTON— Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington’s Gayle & Bill Cook Center for Entrepreneurship is set to host a significant fundraising event next week, featuring one of Indiana̵...
Indiana Dunes State Park crowned most picturesque spot in Indiana, beating Indianapolis Motor Speedway
October 14, 2025
INDIANA — A new study analyzing Instagram data has named the Indiana Dunes State Park as the most photogenic location in the Hoosier State, cementing its status as Indiana’s most popular back...
Hoosier Hills Food Bank to host 41st Annual Community Book Fair October 16–21
October 14, 2025
BLOOMINGTON — The Hoosier Hills Food Bank will host its 41st Annual Community Book Fair from October 16–21, 2025, at the Monroe County Fairgrounds. The annual event, a longtime local favorite, wi...
Shoplifting suspect apprehended at Walmart; Repeat offender faces felony theft charge
October 14, 2025
BEDFORD — A routine shoplifting call at the Bedford Walmart on October 10 quickly escalated after police identified the suspect as a repeat offender, leading to a felony theft charge. Christoph...
Indiana commercial casino revenue drops 5% in September as baccarat dominates wagers
October 14, 2025
INDIANA — Indiana’s commercial casinos saw a dip in performance in September 2025, generating $170.8 million in total revenue, marking a 5% year-on-year decrease from the previous year’...
Local resident opens Christian roadside stand and Little Free Library in Bedford
October 14, 2025
BEDFORD — Samantha Lee has opened a new Christian roadside stand and Little Free Library, offering the community a place to exchange books and share inspiration. The stand, called Sam’s Shelf, is...