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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...

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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...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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 ...