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FRENCH LICK IRONY: INDIANA DEMOCRATS HOLD THEIR “BIG IDEA” CONVENTION WHERE THEIR BASE CAN'T AFFORD TO SHOW UP · WILLOUGHBY INDUSTRIES PLANS $10M ZIONSVILLE EXPANSION, 100-PLUS JOBS · INDIANA DEMOCRATS’ LONG SHADOW: AN IMAGE PROBLEM THAT WON’T QUIT · TWO BMV EMPLOYEES CHARGED WITH BRIBERY, OFFICIAL MISCONDUCT · THINGS TO DO IN BEDFORD THIS WEEKEND (AUGUST 15–16) · WILLOUGHBY INDUSTRIES PLANS $10M ZIONSVILLE EXPANSION, 100-PLUS NEW JOBS · A ROUNDABOUT ON THE HORIZON: WHY THE SR 45 / SR 445 PROJECT MATTERS TO GREENE COUNTY DRIVERS · MDH PARTNERS ACQUIRES 1 MILLION-SQUARE-FOOT INDUSTRIAL BUILDING IN GREENFIELD, INDIANA · BLOOMINGTON’S COMMERCIAL CORE: STILL LOCAL, OR JUST ANOTHER COLLEGE TOWN STRIP? · HUMANA HEALTHY HORIZONS IN INDIANA COLLABORATES WITH HEALTHSTREAM TO EXPAND AND STRENGTHEN HOME CARE WORKFORCE · OAK STREET VILLAGE IN LOOGOOTEE MOVES FORWARD — WORKFORCE HOUSING, CHILDCARE, AND LOCAL PARTNERSHIP TAKE SHAPE · SLICK CITY ACTION PARK TO OPEN LARGEST INDIANA LOCATION IN GEIST · KRATOS FINISHES $50 MILLION HYPERSONIC FACILITY IN CRANE AHEAD OF SCHEDULE — HIGH-TECH JOBS AND REGIONAL GROWTH FOLLOW · INDIANAPOLIS CITY-COUNTY COUNCIL OVERRIDES JOE HOGSETT’S MAYORAL VETO OF VEHICLE TAX PROPOSAL · MARTIN COUNTY HOUSE RACE: OPEN SEAT IN SOLID REPUBLICAN TERRITORY · POWER OF PRAISE WORSHIP NIGHT TO BRING MUSIC, FAITH AND FELLOWSHIP TO SEYMOUR · JACKSON COUNTY HOUSE RACES: STEADY REPUBLICAN GROUND WITH ONE REAL CONTEST · HEAVY RAIN, SEVERE WEATHER POSSIBLE TUESDAY · DISTRICT 62: RURAL GROUND, REAL CONTEST · DREWERSBURG VFD RECEIVES GRANT FROM CHANNEL SEED · MONROE COUNTY’S STATEHOUSE PICTURE: PIERCE STILL THE MAN FOR THE JOB · BLOOMINGTON MAN BELIEVED TO BE FIRST CITED IN MONROE COUNTY UNDER INDIANA’S NEW STREET CAMPING LAW · LITTLE PHOENIX LEARNING CENTER OPENS DOORS FOR LOCAL PRESCHOOLERS · GOV. BRAUN PROVIDES SEVERE WEATHER TIPS AS STORMS HEAD TOWARDS INDIANA · FRENCH LICK IRONY: INDIANA DEMOCRATS HOLD THEIR “BIG IDEA” CONVENTION WHERE THEIR BASE CAN'T AFFORD TO SHOW UP · WILLOUGHBY INDUSTRIES PLANS $10M ZIONSVILLE EXPANSION, 100-PLUS JOBS · INDIANA DEMOCRATS’ LONG SHADOW: AN IMAGE PROBLEM THAT WON’T QUIT · TWO BMV EMPLOYEES CHARGED WITH BRIBERY, OFFICIAL MISCONDUCT · THINGS TO DO IN BEDFORD THIS WEEKEND (AUGUST 15–16) · WILLOUGHBY INDUSTRIES PLANS $10M ZIONSVILLE EXPANSION, 100-PLUS NEW JOBS · A ROUNDABOUT ON THE HORIZON: WHY THE SR 45 / SR 445 PROJECT MATTERS TO GREENE COUNTY DRIVERS · MDH PARTNERS ACQUIRES 1 MILLION-SQUARE-FOOT INDUSTRIAL BUILDING IN GREENFIELD, INDIANA · BLOOMINGTON’S COMMERCIAL CORE: STILL LOCAL, OR JUST ANOTHER COLLEGE TOWN STRIP? · HUMANA HEALTHY HORIZONS IN INDIANA COLLABORATES WITH HEALTHSTREAM TO EXPAND AND STRENGTHEN HOME CARE WORKFORCE · OAK STREET VILLAGE IN LOOGOOTEE MOVES FORWARD — WORKFORCE HOUSING, CHILDCARE, AND LOCAL PARTNERSHIP TAKE SHAPE · SLICK CITY ACTION PARK TO OPEN LARGEST INDIANA LOCATION IN GEIST · KRATOS FINISHES $50 MILLION HYPERSONIC FACILITY IN CRANE AHEAD OF SCHEDULE — HIGH-TECH JOBS AND REGIONAL GROWTH FOLLOW · INDIANAPOLIS CITY-COUNTY COUNCIL OVERRIDES JOE HOGSETT’S MAYORAL VETO OF VEHICLE TAX PROPOSAL · MARTIN COUNTY HOUSE RACE: OPEN SEAT IN SOLID REPUBLICAN TERRITORY · POWER OF PRAISE WORSHIP NIGHT TO BRING MUSIC, FAITH AND FELLOWSHIP TO SEYMOUR · JACKSON COUNTY HOUSE RACES: STEADY REPUBLICAN GROUND WITH ONE REAL CONTEST · HEAVY RAIN, SEVERE WEATHER POSSIBLE TUESDAY · DISTRICT 62: RURAL GROUND, REAL CONTEST · DREWERSBURG VFD RECEIVES GRANT FROM CHANNEL SEED · MONROE COUNTY’S STATEHOUSE PICTURE: PIERCE STILL THE MAN FOR THE JOB · BLOOMINGTON MAN BELIEVED TO BE FIRST CITED IN MONROE COUNTY UNDER INDIANA’S NEW STREET CAMPING LAW · LITTLE PHOENIX LEARNING CENTER OPENS DOORS FOR LOCAL PRESCHOOLERS · GOV. BRAUN PROVIDES SEVERE WEATHER TIPS AS STORMS HEAD TOWARDS INDIANA ·

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Oct 17, 2026 at 10:00pm • Bedford Public Library

De-Flock our town

Robert Pennington is a graduate from Prager U and noted constitutional law researcher. He will hold a 1hr presentation on the current state of the Flock Camera System in Lawrence County. An overview of all local locat…

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Oct 16, 2026 at 5:00pm • Bedford First Assembly, 2601 27th Street, Bedford

Harvest of Quilts Exhibition Opening

Opening reception for the annual quilt show featuring traditional and contemporary works by local quilters. View exhibits, meet makers, and enjoy light refreshments. Free admission during opening hours.

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Oct 15, 2026 at 12:00pm • Evansville

Eville Shindig

Best hot rod, kustoms and rockabilly festival in the Midwest. If you love hot rods, kustom cars, trucks, motorcycles, vintage campers, pin up girls, rockabilly bands, swap meets, tattoos, lowbrow art, vendors of cool …

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Oct 10, 2026 at 1:00pm • Bedford Public Library, 1323 K Street, Bedford, IN

Autumn Story and Craft Afternoon

Family program featuring seasonal stories followed by a simple nature- or limestone-themed craft. Designed for children ages 4–10 with accompanying adults; materials provided. Free; no registration required.

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Oct 3, 2026 at 9:00am • Hobson Ford, 10050 State Road 37, Bedford, IN 47421 (or Lawrence County Fairgrounds, 11265 US Highway 50 West

Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services Car, Truck & Tractor Show

Annual benefit show featuring automobiles, trucks, tractors, and garden equipment. Entry fee supports local cancer patient services; awards, food vendors, and family activities included. Open to the public.

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Sep 25, 2026 at 5:00pm • Meet at Lawrence County Museum of History, 929 15th Street, Bedford

Limestone Heritage Walking Tour – Bedford Historic Square

Guided architectural and historical tour highlighting Bedford’s limestone buildings, courthouse square, and industry heritage. Registration recommended through Lawrence County Tourism; free of charge.

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Sep 25, 2026 at 5:00pm • Meet at Monroe County Courthouse Square

Historic Downtown Bloomington Walking Tour

Guided architectural and historical tour of the Courthouse Square Historic District, highlighting limestone buildings and local heritage. Free; registration recommended through Bloomington Parks or tourism channels.

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Sep 19, 2026 at 9:00am • Boone County Fairgrounds, Lebanon

Back to the Fifties Festival

Join us for great entertainment, vendors, classic cars and bicycles, and all that goes with a fun-filled, family friendly "Back to the Fifties Festival". The 244 custom cars attending were beautiful and the music was …

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Sep 19, 2026 at 10:00am • Downtown Mitchell square and Mitchell Community Public Library grounds, 804 West Main Street, Mitchell

Mitchell Persimmon Festival Preview Craft Fair

Local artisans display handmade crafts, baked goods, and persimmon-themed items in advance of the full Persimmon Festival. Free admission; family-friendly activities and light refreshments available.

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Sep 19, 2026 at 10:00am • Switchyard Park, 1601 S. Rogers Street, Bloomington, IN

Bloomington Fall Craft & Local Makers Fair

Local artisans and makers display handmade crafts, baked goods, and seasonal items. Family-friendly activities and food vendors available. Free admission.

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Sep 12, 2026 at 9:00am • Spring Mill State Park, 3333 State Road 60 East, Mitchell, IN

Fall Wellness Hike at Spring Mill

Guided moderate 2-mile hike focusing on seasonal flora, forest ecology, and limestone formations. Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Free with park admission.

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Sep 12, 2026 at 9:00am • Lower Cascades Park, 2851 N. Old State Road 37, Bloomington, IN 47404 (meet near the waterfall boardwalk)

Fall Wellness Hike at Cascades Park

Guided moderate hike along trails featuring seasonal foliage, creek views, and historic limestone features. Suitable for most fitness levels; sturdy shoes and water recommended. Free.

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Sep 12, 2026 at 12:00pm • Old National Events Plaza, Evansville, IN 47708

Evansville Raptor Con 2026

Pop-culture and media convention with comics, games, cosplay, celebrity guests, vendors, and related programming. Evansville’s largest event of this type.

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Sep 5, 2026 at 6:00pm • StoneGate Arts & Education Center, 931 15th Street, Bedford, IN

Lawrence County Rock Club Monthly Meeting

Monthly gathering of the Lawrence County Rock Club featuring discussion of local geology, limestone specimens, and upcoming field trips. Open to the public; visitors are welcome to bring specimens for identification.