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FDA raises alarm: 80,000+ McCafé Decaf K-Cups recalled over caffeine risk
February 2, 2026
INDIANA— Coffee drinkers in three states are being warned to double-check their morning brew. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially designated a recall of more than 80,600 McCa...
Orange County announces key dates for owner-occupied housing rehabilitation grant applications
February 2, 2026
FRENCH LICK – Orange County Government has announced key dates and details for the upcoming Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Grant application process, offering eligible homeowners an oppo...
Vincennes University to unveil record-breaking $33.9M Health Sciences Center with Wednesday ribbon cutting
February 2, 2026
VINCENNES — Vincennes University (VU) is set to celebrate a historic milestone this Wednesday, February 4, with a public ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new Center for Health Sciences and Learning ...
NTSB releases preliminary report on fatal NASCAR legend Greg Biffle plane crash
February 2, 2026
STATESVILLE, N.C. — Federal investigators have released a sobering preliminary report detailing the final moments of the December 18, 2025, plane crash that claimed the lives of NASCAR legend Greg ...
Indiana Department of Education encourages participation in Summer Meal Program
February 2, 2026
INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) encourages schools and qualified community organizations to participate in the 2026 Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). In addition...
Mentone man turns self in after warrant issued following cyber tip investigation
February 2, 2026
KOSCIUSKO COUNTY – Investigators with the Indiana State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (ICAC) began a criminal investigation in August 2024 after receiving several cybertip...
Indiana University student elected to chair national organization
February 2, 2026
BLOOMINGTON – Isaac Chapman Whitehead, president of the Indiana University chapter of College Democrats, has been elected Chair of the College Democrats of America Rural Caucus in a virtual mee...
Police Log: February 1, 2026
February 1, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests – January 31 3:03 a.m. Sean M. Meadows, 34, Bedford, wanted on a warrant for failure to appear 3:22 p.m. Jasper L. Chastain, 42, Mitchell, four count...
BNL boys finish 7th in HHC meet
February 1, 2026
GALENA – Bedford North Lawrence finished seventh in the Hoosier Hills Conference during boys high school swimming action on Saturday. The Stars totaled 70 points. Floyd Central won the te...
Terre Haute North double-dips BNL during explosive 81-51 victory
February 1, 2026
BNL’s Dax Short drives between defenders during Saturday night’s clash with Terre Haute North. The Patriots blasted to an 81-51 victory, recording their 12th straight win. By Justin Sokeland ...