State officials urge Hoosiers to use EBT card lock feature to prevent theft

INDIANA — In an effort to combat SNAP benefit theft, state officials are urging Indiana EBT cardholders to use the card’s lock feature. Currently, only…

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Houchin, Flood introduce Affordable HOMES Act to cut red tape and lower housing costs

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09) and Congressman Mike Flood (NE-01) introduced the Affordable Housing Opportunities Made Easier through Simplification (Affordable HOMES) Act, legislation that…

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Governor orders flags at half-staff to honor fallen firefighter

DUBOIS CO. — Governor Mike Braun has declared a period of mourning in Dubois County to honor the life and service of Lucas Gehlhausen, a…

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Craig Turpen sworn in as Bedford City Council At-Large Member

BEDFORD — Craig Turpen was sworn in today by Judge Nathan Nikirk as the newest at-large member of the Bedford City Council. Turpen was elected…

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Bedford Police Department accepting applications for full-time officers

BEDFORD — The Bedford Police Department is seeking applicants for full-time police officer positions, offering a 2025 starting salary of $66,258.14 along with a competitive…

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State to cut child care voucher rates effective Oct. 5; Citing funding gap

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) has announced that it will reduce reimbursement rates for Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) vouchers….

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Department of Correction will begin to reimburse counties for housing state prisoners

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Correction (DOC) will begin sending payments to dozens of counties on Monday to cover the costs of housing state…

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Rep. Houchin returns over $5 million to constituents through casework

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09) announced that her office has successfully returned more than $5 million to constituents through direct casework assistance since taking…

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Newly renovated Daviess County Courthouse open house celebartion is today

WASHINGTON – The newly renovated Daviess County Courthouse will host an open house celebration on Tuesday, September 16, with tours beginning at 3 p.m. The…

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Lawrence County Recorder’s Office announces temporary closure

LAWRENCE CO. – The Lawrence County Recorder’s Office has announced a temporary closure. The office will be closed on Thursday, September 18, from 10 a.m….

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