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Registration today for Poetry Out Loud competition

December 8, 2025

INDIANA – Poetry Out Loud is a national arts education program that encourages the study of great poetry by offering free educational materials and a dynamic recitation competition for high...

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Bedford Housing Authority to address flooring contract, leadership appointments at upcoming meeting

December 8, 2025

BEDFORD — The Bedford Housing Authority (BHA) Board of Commissioners is set to convene for its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, December 18, 2025, to discuss key operational reports, old busine...

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WBIW announces week one winners in Christmas Card Cash giveaway

December 8, 2025

BEDFORD — WBIW 1340 AM has announced the first four winners of its annual Christmas Card Cash giveaway, a holiday tradition that rewards listeners simply for sending in a Christmas card. This we...

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Mitchell man arrested on drug and driving charges after police receive tip

December 8, 2025

MITCHELL — A Mitchell man was arrested on multiple drug and driving charges after police, attempting to serve a warrant on a different individual, noticed the strong odor of marijuana coming from t...

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Bloomfield library to host holiday spending workshop aimed at curbing overspending

December 8, 2025

BLOOMFIELD — As holiday shopping ramps up, residents looking to stay on budget will have a chance to pick up practical financial strategies during Curb the Urge to Splurge: Holiday Edition, a free ...

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National 4-H Animal Science Career Night set for December 18

December 8, 2025

LOOGOOTEE – Youth in grades 7 and up are invited to take part in the National 4-H Animal Science Career Night on December 18, 2025. The virtual event, held from 7–8 p.m. EST (6–7 p.m. CST),...

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Santa on the Hill returns to Otis Park for three nights of Christmas magic

December 8, 2025

BEDFORD — One of Bedford’s most cherished holiday traditions is set to return next month as Santa and Mrs. Claus once again take up residence at Otis Park for the Bedford Parks Department’s ann...

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Daviess County to host free “Running for Office” workshop for aspiring local leaders

December 8, 2025

WASHINGTON — Residents interested in learning what it takes to run for local office will have an opportunity next month as Purdue Extension–Daviess County, in partnership with the Daviess County ...

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Bedford man facing stalking, battery charges after alleged spitting incident and neighbor dispute

December 8, 2025

BEDFORD — A Bedford man is facing felony charges of stalking and battery after an incident involving his neighbor and a subsequent police investigation that revealed a history of alleged harassment...

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Auto Safety Alert: NHTSA issues broad vehicle recalls affecting Ford, Ram, Bentley, and more

December 8, 2025

INDIANA — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a significant wave of new vehicle recalls affecting a wide range of manufacturers, from heavy-duty commercial truc...