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Floyd Central splashes to sweep of Stars
November 29, 2025
BNL’s Emma Heinzman churns through the water in the butterfly during Saturday’s clash with Floyd Central. The Highlanders swept to wins over the Stars. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD...
Sum of BNL fears proves true as Brownsburg blasts to 77-52 triumph
November 29, 2025
BNL’s Dax Short drives to the basket as Brownsburg’s Chris Brandon challenges his shot. Short scored 15 points, but the Bulldogs rolled to a 77-52 victory on Saturday afternoon. By Justin Sokel...
Groundbreaking Ceremony at PALS on December 3
November 29, 2025
BLOOMINGTON – People and Animal Services, Inc. (PALS) is breaking ground on a 30,000-square-foot state-of-the-art barn and arena on Wednesday, December 3 at 1:00 p.m. at 7644 West Elwren Road i...
Applications open for 2026 Rural Placemaking Studio: Bring art and design to Indiana’s communities
November 29, 2025
BLOOMINGTON — Rural communities across Indiana are being called to action! The Indiana University Center for Rural Engagement (CRE) and the Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design are now acc...
Kentucky man arrested in Sullivan County on sexual misconduct charge
November 29, 2025
SULLIVAN CO.—A Kentucky man was arrested yesterday afternoon by the Indiana State Police (ISP) following an investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct involving a minor in Sullivan County....
Governor Braun makes appointments to various boards and commissions
November 29, 2025
INDIANA – Governor Mike Braun announced new appointments to various state boards and commissions. Appointments: Indiana Local Government Investment Pool Board Mike Zahn (First Federal Sa...
Orleans Town Marshal shares essential holiday safety tips for residents
November 29, 2025
ORLEANS — As the holiday season approaches, Orleans Town Marshal James C. Lindsey is reminding residents to prioritize safety at home and while traveling. The Orleans Police Department is encouragi...
Country Star Andy Griggs to bring his “Gumbo” of soulful music to Mitchell Opera House
November 29, 2025
MITCHELL — Country music fans are in for a treat as the soulful and authentic is set to perform live at the Mitchell Opera House on Saturday, December 6th, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. Griggs, known fo...
FDA and CDC continue to investigate the outbreak of infant botulism
November 29, 2025
INDIANA – The FDA and CDC, in collaboration with the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), Infant Botulism Treatment and Prevention Program (IBTPP), and other state and local partners,...
Driver arrested after blocking traffic, faces multiple felony drug and OWI charges
November 29, 2025
BEDFORD — A traffic stop that began with a vehicle blocking an intersection quickly escalated into a drug and impaired driving investigation on Saturday, November 22, leading to the arrest of a Bed...