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Indiana House unanimously votes to honor Bob Knight with roadway dedication
January 14, 2026
BLOOMINGTON — The Indiana House of Representatives took a unanimous step Tuesday to memorialize one of the most iconic figures in the state’s sporting history. In a 46-0 vote, lawmakers approved ...
Gov. Braun accelerates life sciences leadership with more than 1,300 new high wage jobs across the state
January 14, 2026
PRINCETON – Indiana Gov. Mike Braun today highlighted the surge in Indiana’s life sciences sector, with three major industry expansions that will create more than 1,300 new high‑wage Hoosie...
Rep. Bartels authors legislation to streamline dozens of Indiana boards and commissions
January 14, 2026
STATEHOUSE – Recent legislation authored by State Rep. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty) aims to reform dozens of state boards and commissions. State Rep. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty) House Bill 1003...
Free IT training returns to Lawrence County: Spring 2026 applications now open
January 14, 2026
BEDFORD — Local residents looking to jumpstart a career in the high-demand world of technology can once again take advantage of the CODE/IT Academy. Applications are now being accepted for the Spri...
Registration open for Indiana 4-H day at the statehouse
January 14, 2026
INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana 4-H members in grades 7–12 are invited to take part in a unique civic leadership experience during the 2026 Indiana 4-H Day at the Statehouse. The event will be held Tu...
Ivy Tech Bloomington launches new pathway to a career in the Air Force
January 14, 2026
BLOOMINGTON – Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington, in partnership with the Department of the Air Force (DAF), is offering a new one-course pathway that introduces students to military life and ...
Purdue Extension offers “Fruitful Fridays” backyard growing series in February
January 14, 2026
BLOOMFIELD – Purdue Extension is inviting current and aspiring backyard fruit growers to take part in “Fruitful Fridays in February,” a four-session program focused on helping participants ...
Bedford Housing Authority to close to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 14, 2026
BEDFORD — In observance of the federal holiday honoring the life and legacy of Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the Bedford Housing Authority has announced a temporary change to i...
Mitchell Community Public Library launches Winter Book Club for kids ages 9–13
January 14, 2026
MITCHELL – Mitchell Community Public Library is inviting young readers to bundle up with a good book this winter through its Kids Winter Book Club, featuring Hummingbird by bestselling author N...
Police Log: January 14, 2026
January 14, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests – January 14 Austin G. Tillett, 27, Bedford, possession of meth Incidents – January 13 5:07 a.m. Report of a parking problem in the 2000 b...