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Get ready to ‘whodunit’ in neon: 1980s themed murder mystery dinner party planned for November 15th
November 3, 2025
SEYMOUR — Grab your leg warmers and tease that hair high! The Copper Top in Seymour is set to host an ’80s Themed Murder Mystery Dinner Party on Saturday, November 15. The special event, d...
Indiana State Police investigating serious crash involving Cadiz police officer
November 3, 2025
HENRY CO. – A serious injury crash involving a Cadiz Police officer and another vehicle is under investigation by the Indiana State Police. At approximately 6:50 a.m., emergency personnel w...
Free legal advice phone clinic set for South-Central Indiana residents
November 3, 2025
SOUTH-CENTRAL — Residents in an eight-county south-central Indiana district will have access to free legal advice next week. River Valley Legal Aid and Pro Bono Indiana have scheduled a free Legal ...
Indiana Childcare Crisis Deepens: 30,000 children on waitlist as FSSA freezes new vouchers until 2027
November 3, 2025
INDIANA — The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) has announced that no new state childcare vouchers will be issued in 2026 due to critical funding constraints, a decision that...
Utility Scam Alert: Martin County Sheriff warns of Duke Energy imposters
November 3, 2025
MARTIN CO. — The Martin County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a new, aggressive phone scam in which an individual impersonates a Duke Energy employee to steal money. Authoritie...
Police Log: November 3, 2025
November 3, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests – November 2 2:53 p.m. Jeremy W. Evans, 39, Bedford, wanted on a warrant for residential entry, criminal mischief Incidents – November 2 1...
Judges order partial SNAP payments amid shutdown, full benefits still uncertain
November 3, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tens of millions of Americans enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps, may see their November benefits delayed. However, t...
Arrest made in 1996 Scott County rape cold case
November 3, 2025
SCOTT CO. – A nearly three-decade-old rape case in Scott County has culminated in an arrest, thanks to advanced DNA technology and the persistent efforts of the Indiana State Police (ISP) Cold Case...
College Goal Sunday offers free FAFSA help across Indiana on November 9th
November 3, 2025
INDIANA — College-bound students and their families across Indiana can get free, expert help filing for financial aid this weekend during College Goal Sunday. The event is scheduled between 2...
Daviess County Sheriff issues urgent warning as scams surge
November 3, 2025
DAVIESS CO. — The Daviess County Sheriff’s Office has released an urgent warning to residents following a recent surge in scam activity targeting community members. Officials report that scammers...