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Govenor Braun leads largest coordinated debris operations in recent state history
INDIANA – Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun provided an update on the largest state-led debris removal operations in recent history, following the August 2026 severe weather...
Senator Banks leads fight to ensure taxpayer-funded Pell Grants go to American students only
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Pell for Americans Act, legislation to ensure taxpayer-funded Pell Grants are awarded only to U.S. citizens and nationals....
28 Indiana homes to receive $133,943 in broadband investment
INDIANA – Today, the Indiana Broadband Office announced the results of the 18th round of the Indiana Connectivity Program, awarding $133,943 to expand broadband access across Indiana. A total...
Free ag tax education webinar to detail 2026 estate tax and planning rules
INDIANA — Agricultural producers, landowners, and farm families looking to navigate the complexities of estate planning can attend a free educational webinar titled “2026 Estate...
Study highlights policy and financial barriers to oral healthcare for pregnant Hoosiers
INDIANA — A recent report detailing oral healthcare access in Indiana highlights growing concern over policy, financial, and employment barriers that prevent pregnant women across...
The 2027 Best National Universities: Indiana institutions stand out in latest rankings
INDIANA — Higher education institutions across Indiana are celebrating major honors following the release of the U.S. News & World Report 2027 Best Colleges rankings....
FEMA announces more than $17 million to support communities in Region 5 as they strengthen their resilience against future disaster
INDIANA – On Sept. 19, FEMA announced more than $17 million in grant funding to Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin. This funding will... The post FEMA announces more than $17 million to support communities in Region 5 as they strengthen their resilience…
Police Log: September 23, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests – September 23 Incidents – September 23 Incidents – September 22 Accidents – September 22 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –...
No.14 Bloomington South rolls to sweep of BNL
By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Some nights, the enemy within is the greater challenge. Other nights, it’s the one on the other side of...
Stars earn ‘morale’ points during 1-0 loss to Bloomington North
By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – If there’s truly “no such thing as a moral victory” in competition, with the scoreboard reflecting the simplistic conclusion...
Deadline extended to September 25: $35 million available for partnerships to combat feral swine
INDIANA – The application deadline for the Feral Swine Eradication and Control Pilot Program has been extended to this Friday, September 25, 2026. USDA made available...
Governor Mike Braun announces Governor’s Arts Award nominations are open
INDIANA – Governor Mike Braun today announced that nominations are open for the 2026 Governor’s Arts Awards, the highest honor the state gives in the arts,...