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Super Treat Night: A Spooktacular Halloween Celebration
October 22, 2025
BEDFORD – Bedford’s biggest Halloween tradition is back — and it’s sweeter than ever. The 2025 Super Treat Night will take place on Friday, October 31, from 6:00 to 9:00 p....
As Halloween nears, potential fire hazards lurk
October 22, 2025
INDIANA – From decorations and candles to flowing costumes, Halloween fun can quickly turn frightening if fire safety is overlooked. According to the National Fire Protection Association® ...
Schneck Foundation to host Medicare advantage seminars October 28–29
October 22, 2025
SEYMOUR — The Schneck Foundation will host two “What’s the Advantage?” informational seminars to help individuals turning age 65 and older navigate their Medicare options. The sessions, prese...
Oolitic Town Council will meet in an executive session on Tuesday, Oct. 28
October 22, 2025
OOLITIC — The Oolitic Town Council has scheduled an executive session for next week to discuss matters related to economic development. The closed-door meeting will take place on Tuesday, Octobe...
Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith on redistricting in Indiana
October 22, 2025
INDIANAPOLIS – Statement from Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith on redistricting in Indiana: Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith “The people of Indiana did not elect a Republican sup...
Supporting Grieving Parents: IDOH expands Lactation After Loss Program across Indiana
October 22, 2025
INDIANA — October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, which is a time to recognize and help families who have experienced loss. The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) Lactation after...
Essential education resources available through Indiana libraries and state websites
October 22, 2025
INDIANA — Students across Indiana—whether homeschooled, attending traditional schools, or utilizing after-school programs—rely heavily on the expertise of local librarians and school media spec...
Spotted a Mediterranean Gecko? Indiana DNR wants to know
October 22, 2025
INDIANA— The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is asking residents to report sightings of the Mediterranean gecko (Hemidactylus turcicus). This exotic, harmless lizard has been spotted ...
Agape House hosting Christmas Open House ahead of Bedford Parade
October 22, 2025
BEDFORD — Agape Kids House in Bedford will host its Agape Christmas Open House on Friday, Dec. 6, from 4 to 6 p.m., welcoming the community to celebrate the season before the annual Bedford Christm...
Ghostly Gathering returns to Paynetown SRA this weekend
October 22, 2025
PAYNETOWN — Paynetown State Recreation Area (SRA) is gearing up for its most popular annual event, the Ghostly Gathering, running from Friday, October 24, through Sunday, October 26. The thre...