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Sweet Tradition: Hoover’s Candy delights with grand opening today at new location
November 6, 2025
BEDFORD — A beloved century-old tradition is thriving under new management as Hoover’s Candy, which has been crafting confections since 1908, continues to spread its sweet delights across Sou...
Police Log: November 6, 2025
November 6, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests: November 5 2:45 p.m. Katelynn R. Wade, 30, Heltonville, public intoxication by drugs, possession of meth, possession of a narcotic drug, 9:00 p.m. Jair Ju...
Indiana sets a 2050 goal to ensure every child has five supportive adults
November 6, 2025
INDIANA — The Indiana Youth Institute (IYI) announced a bold, statewide initiative on Tuesday aimed at strengthening support networks for Hoosier children, to ensure every child has at least five ...
Deer firearms season opens Saturday, Nov. 15; Hunters urged to buy licenses now to avoid delays
November 6, 2025
INDIANA — The much-anticipated deer firearms season is set to begin on Saturday, November 15. Still, state officials are issuing a crucial advisory to hunters: purchase your licenses immediately to...
FAA to cut flights at 40 major airports as shutdown stress rises
November 6, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced Wednesday that it will proactively reduce air traffic at dozens of major U.S. airports as early as Friday if the ongoing gover...
Man charged with residential entry and criminal mischief after alleged break-in attempt
November 6, 2025
BEDFORD — A Bedford man is facing charges of residential entry and criminal mischief after a homeowner’s doorbell camera captured him allegedly attempting to enter her residence and causing damag...
Bloomington Farmers’ Market kicks Off November with record attendance at Switchyard Park
November 6, 2025
BLOOMINGTON — Bloomington’s largest farmers’ market has kicked off its November run with tremendous success, drawing over 2,200 patrons on its opening day. For the next three Saturdays, Switchy...
Guiding your child through the journey of loss
November 6, 2025
INDIANA – Coping with a loss can be challenging for anyone, but helping children navigate the complex emotions that come with grief is particularly daunting. If you are a parent or caregiver, i...
City of Bloomington Utilities issues Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for 44 addresses
November 6, 2025
BLOOMINGTON –Â Due to a main break, 44 addresses on East Hillside and South Huntington, East Miller Streets, South Olive, and East Thornton Drive are under a precautionary Boil Water Advisory u...
City of Bloomington Utilities issues Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for 1700 West Bloomfield Road
November 6, 2025
BLOOMINGTON – Due to a main break, 1700 West Bloomfield Road is under a precautionary Boil Water Advisory until 10 a.m. on Friday, November 7, unless otherwise notified.  More info atÂ...