Government
US Mint unveils 2026 Quarter, Dime, Nickel designs for America 250 Anniversary
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The United States Mint has unveiled the final circulating coin designs to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026, launching a special…
City of Bloomington Sanitation Services delayed on Monday, December 15
BLOOMINGTON – In anticipation of the expected extreme cold temperatures, the City of Bloomington Sanitation Division will operate on a modified schedule this week. All sanitation…
Indiana to ban soda and candy from SNAP purchases; Restrictions begin in January 2026
INDIANA—Indiana will significantly restrict the use of federal food assistance benefits after receiving approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for a two-year pilot…
Governor Braun takes action to protect Hoosiers from winter weather and bitter cold
INDIANA – Indiana Governor Mike Braun, on Saturday, signed an executive order temporarily waiving hours-of-service regulations for motor carriers and drivers transporting propane gas in Indiana, ensuring…
The City of Bloomington Common Council will meet on Wednesday, December 17
BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington Common Council will meet in regular session on Wednesday, December 17. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. in…
The Lawrence County Commissioners will meet Dec. 16, see the agenda here
BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Commissioners will meet on December 16 at 9:30 a.m. at the Lawrence County courthouse. The agenda for the meeting is…
Governor Braun affirms commitment to utility ratepayers with new IURC appointees
INDIANAPOLIS – Today, Governor Mike Braun announced three appointments to the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC), the administrative agency that makes decisions in the public interest to…
Orleans Town Offices closed today
ORLEANS- Town Officials have announced that Orleans Town Offices will be closed today. Staff will be working remotely and available through email.
Lawrence County Commissioners Issue Yellow Travel Advisory
LAWRENCE CO. —In response to public safety concerns and adverse conditions, the Lawrence County Commissioners have officially declared a Yellow Travel Advisory for the entire…
Senator Jim Banks introduces legislation to increase equal education opportunities for Americans
WASHINGTON, D.C, – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Promoting Equal Learning & Liberty (PELL) Act. This bill would eliminate the Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) grant program, which funds colleges that meet racial and ethnic quotas, and redirect those funds to the…












