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New Year, New Laws: 2026 brings tax relief and lifestyle changes to Indiana
January 5, 2026
INDIANA — As the calendar turns to 2026, Hoosiers are facing a wave of legislative changes that will impact everything from their bank accounts to their grocery carts. From a historic $1.3 billion ...
Cold Case: 45 years later, investigators seek new leads in 1981 murder of Farmersburg woman
January 5, 2026
FARMERSBURG — As a new year begins, the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office and the Indiana State Police are renewing their call for public assistance in solving a cold case that has haunted the Far...
USPS issues new postmark rules: Why your deadline mail could be marked late
January 5, 2026
WASHINGTON D.C. — In a move that could have significant consequences for voters and taxpayers, the United States Postal Service (USPS) has officially implemented a new rule clarifying that a postma...
Councilor David G. Henry to run for Monroe County Commissioner in 2026
January 5, 2026
BLOOMINGTON – David G. Henry announces his campaign for Monroe County Commissioner in District 1 in 2026. A Monroe County Council member, management consultant, and past chairman of the Monr...
Property Transfers: January 5, 2026
January 5, 2026
Filed January 2: The Brown Family Trust to Christopher C. Miller, 657 Patricia S-Side Lane, Bedford, IN, 47421, $240,000 Heather A. dela Cruz to Elizabeth A. Gicla, 1320 Q Street, Bedford, IN,...
Stars, Panthers to clash in titanic battle for HHC lead
January 5, 2026
BNL’s Sammie Nusbaum and the Stars (12-4) will visit Jennings County in a battle for the Hoosier Hills Conference lead on Tuesday night. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – After fa...
Jackson County native named 2026 Miss Indiana State Fair Queen - Brownfield Ag News
January 5, 2026
Jackson County native named 2026 Miss Indiana State Fair Queen Brownfield Ag News
Trump Administration to resume student loan wage garnishment in January
January 5, 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C.— The Department of Education confirmed Tuesday that the Trump administration will begin garnishing the wages of defaulted student loan borrowers starting the week of January 7, 202...
Sharpsville man injured in hunting accident in Wabash County
January 5, 2026
WABASH CO. – Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating a hunting accident that occurred Saturday evening on Mississinewa Lake property in Wabash County. At 6:41 p.m., Grant County Cent...
Whole Living Medical to host January Business After Hours networking event
January 5, 2026
BEDFORD – Local professionals are invited to start the new year with connection, conversation, and a renewed focus on wellness during the Bedford Chamber of Commerce January Business After Hour...