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South sweeps to victories over BNL
January 14, 2026
BNL’s Ava Lipp splashes toward the finish during her race in the backstroke. Lipp posted the lone win for the Stars during Tuesday’s meet with Bloomington South. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com ...
After fast burnout, Stars set cruise control for 52-35 victory over Columbus East
January 14, 2026
BNL’s Miley Sherrill launches a jumper between Columbus East defenders. Sherrill scored 16 points as the Stars stopped the Olympians 52-35 on Tuesday night. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDF...
City of Bloomington temporarily renames retention pond in spirit and valiant defense
January 13, 2026
BLOOMINGTON – In a city known for a healthy appreciation for whimsy, the City of Bloomington has once again risen to the moment. After a standout Peach Bowl performance by Indiana University footb...
Bedford Public Library invites residents to virtual “Community Conversations” on Jan. 27
January 13, 2026
BEDFORD – Bedford Public Library is inviting community members to take part in a virtual “Community Conversations” meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 27, at 10 a.m., offering residents a chance to sh...
Bloomington Chamber marks 111 years with historic membership milestone
January 13, 2026
BLOOMINGTON — The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce is entering its 111th year with record-breaking momentum, announcing that it has officially surpassed 900 members for the first time in ove...
Focus on Health – Be Your Best You in 2026 with “Stronger Every Day” program
January 13, 2026
PAOLI – Southern Indiana Community Health Care (SICHC) will launch “Stronger Every Day,” a free, 12-week community exercise and wellness program designed to help residents achieve their...
Company will pay $107,000 to resolve allegations it deceived Hoosiers about processes for securing unclaimed property
January 13, 2026
INDIANA – A California-based company specializing in “finding” people’s unclaimed property will pay $107,000 to settle allegations that it deceived Hoosiers through illegal...
Speed limit to be reduced on State Road 45/46 in Bloomington
January 13, 2026
MONROE COUNTY – The Indiana Department of Transportation is scheduled to reduce the speed limit on State Road 45/46 on or after Thursday, January 15, in Bloomington. The speed limit wil...
Lawrence County to address surge in non-emergency “lift assist” calls
January 13, 2026
BEDFORD — Lawrence County emergency officials are sounding the alarm over a growing trend that is stretching the county’s first responders to their limits: a massive volume of non-emergency &...
Lawrence County enters new contract for care of neglected animals
January 13, 2026
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Commissioners approved a new independent contract on Tuesday morning to ensure the proper care of animals seized during criminal investigations. Lawrence County She...