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Indiana State Library to celebrate 10 years of Indiana Young Readers Center on Oct. 10; expand public access to state history through its online archives
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Library is inviting the public to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Indiana Young Readers Center with a free community... The post Indiana State Library to celebrate 10 years of Indiana Young Readers Center on Oct. 10; expand public access to…
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...
Mitchell’s Little Stars shine at 2026 Itty Bitty Persimmon Baby Contest
MITCHELL — Mitchell was filled with some of its smallest and cutest Persimmon Festival participants Sunday as the 2026 Itty Bitty Persimmon Baby Contest brought...
Indiana DNR celebrates National Hunting and Fishing Day with Free Fishing, Youth Deer Season Sept. 26
INDIANA — Hoosiers are encouraged to head outdoors on Saturday, Sept. 26, to celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day, a statewide celebration highlighting Indiana’s rich...
Lawrence County Ministerial Alliance host Vesper Service for Annual Persimmon Festival
MITCHELL — The Lawrence County Ministerial Alliance will host the annual Persimmon Festival Vesper Service on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at the...
ATTENTION, FESTIVAL FOODIES! Mitchell Persimmon Festival is serving up a weeklong feast of BBQ, sweet treats & hometown favorites
MITCHELL — The sweet, distinct aroma of roasting BBQ, bubbling grease, and freshly baked persimmon treats is about to take over downtown Mitchell. As Lawrence... The post ATTENTION, FESTIVAL FOODIES! Mitchell Persimmon Festival is serving up a weeklong feast of BBQ, sweet treats…
Royalty and tradition: Meet the contestants vying for the 2026 Persimmon Festival Queen Crown
MITCHELL — The 2026 Persimmon Queen Contest is preparing for another year of competition, giving contestants the opportunity to earn the title of Persimmon Festival...
Mitchell Community celebrates library card sign-up month with local business discounts
MITCHELL — To mark Library Card Sign-Up Month this September, the Mitchell Community Public Library is partnering with several local eateries to offer exclusive discounts...
Celebrate fall and kick off to Persimmon Festival at Spring Mill State Park’s Candlelight Tour
MITCHELL — Fall is officially in the air, and Mitchell’s Tri Kappa chapter is inviting the public to step back in time for one of...
The stage is set: 12 finalists ready to battle for the Persimmon Idol Crown on the Main Street Stage Sept. 22
MITCHELL — Twelve singers from across Southern Indiana and beyond will take the spotlight Tuesday, Sept. 22, as WQRK Southern Indiana’s Classic Hits and Lite...
Honey Harvest Festival returns to Downtown Bedford on October 3
BEDFORD – Downtown Bedford will be buzzing with activity on Saturday morning, October 3, 2026, as the annual Honey Harvest Festival returns alongside the Limestone Capital...
Pacers Sports & Entertainment to host free screening of Disney Pixar’s ‘Coco’ at Gainbridge Fieldhouse for Hispanic Heritage Month
INDIANAPOLIS – Pacers Sports & Entertainment will bring the community together at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Oct. 8 for a free film screening of Disney Pixar’s “Coco” in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. The... The post Pacers Sports & Entertainment to host free screening of…