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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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.

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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…

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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…

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