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Orange County Historical Society celebrates 2025 milestones, welcomes new leadership
December 4, 2025
PAOLI — The Orange County Historical Society (OCHS) marked the close of a successful year, one highlighted by significant local anniversaries, during its Annual Christmas Dinner on December 2nd at ...
Duke Energy dedicates $320,000 to help Indiana customers pay winter energy bills
December 4, 2025
INDIANA — As temperatures drop, Duke Energy Indiana is stepping up its commitment to helping customers in need by dedicating $320,000 in financial assistance for the upcoming winter season through ...
Holiday Fire Alert: Simple steps to prevent Christmas tree fires this season
December 4, 2025
LAWRENCE CO. — As families across Lawrence County begin to deck their halls, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Emergency Management Director Valerie Luchauer are urging homeowner...
Attorney General Todd Rokita’s Litigation Division has achieved favorable outcomes for Hoosier taxpayers in 100% of jury trials in 2025
December 4, 2025
INDIANA — The Office of the Attorney General’s Litigation Division has achieved favorable outcomes for the State of Indiana in all 13 jury trials it has defended this year — saving taxpayer...
Bedford man allegedly strikes officer, arrest made
December 4, 2025
BEDFORD– A Bedford man was arrested on Tuesday afternoon following a tense confrontation with Lawrence County Police, which began after he allegedly made suicidal remarks and threats to law enforce...
Bedford teen joins American Angus Association
December 4, 2025
BEDFORD – Maggie Minton of Bedford, has been announced as a new junior member of the American Angus Association®, according to a recent report from Mark McCully, CEO of the national organizati...
Hoosier Holiday Showdown: ‘A Christmas Story’ and ‘Christmas Vacation’ top Indiana’s search list
December 4, 2025
INDIANA — As the Christmas countdown continues, holiday nostalgia is driving Hoosiers to search for seasonal favorites, sparking a tight contest for the title of Indiana’s most-searched-for Chris...
AI fear is affecting employers
December 4, 2025
INDIANA – For years, AI conversations have centered on employees fearing job loss. But new findings show employers themselves are increasingly uneasy. Even Google CEO Sundar Pichai has acknowle...
Suspect in officer-involved shooting arrested; Faces felony charges in Sullivan
December 4, 2025
SULLIVAN CO.. —The suspect involved in an officer-involved shooting that occurred on November 18, 2025, has been placed under arrest after being released from an Indianapolis hospital. Kylan A. Hol...
Jackson County Chamber to host Healthcare Summit focused on rural challenges
December 4, 2025
JACKSON CO.— The Jackson County Chamber is convening a crucial Healthcare Summit next week to address the pressing issues and opportunities surrounding rural healthcare in the community. The event ...