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Monroe County preserve reopens after five years of restoration work

A small parking lot along Brighton Road in northern Monroe County was overflowing with vehicles and people on Friday, Nov. 6, for the reopening of the Powell Preserve , a Sycamore Land Trust property that had been closed for five years. About 30 people celebrated the reopening of the preserve that includes wooded hills and ravines, a native prairie, wetlands and riparian habitat. A new kiosk tells about the land's history and current flora and fauna is at the beginning of the trail. On Friday, people were invited to walk along the restored bank of the small creek to the new bridge spanning the stream to a native prairie and expanded trails. Extensive restoration work Tom Swinford, land preservation director at Sycamore Land Trust , said the stream had been returned to its original channel after a major rain event in 2021 changed its course, eroding the streambank and destroying the preserve's parking lot. That led to the closure of the preserve. Sycamore Land Trust officials decided to do more than rebuild, beginning a major restoration project improving the streambed, creating a healthier stream and adding native plants. The land trust partnered with FlatLand Resources to reconstruct about 800 feet

Monroe County, IN · 2d

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Small Indiana town gets its own superhero, a kid known as "Banana Man"

Linton, IN · 1d

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Monroe County commissioners hire attorney for legal action over Stinesville ICE agreement

Monroe County commissioners voted unanimously at their regular Thursday (Nov. 12) meeting to approve a legal-services agreement with Bloomington attorney Larry Allen. The work that Allen will do is in connection with a lawsuit that asks the Monroe County circuit court to clarify whether Stinesville’s police department can sign an agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) without approval from the town’s elected board.

Monroe County, IN · 3d
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Bloomington begins two-week resurfacing project Monday

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — November 12, 2026. The city will begin about two weeks of pavement repairs and resurfacing Monday, Nov. 16, on portions of Kirkwood Avenue, Rogers Street, Grimes Lane and Patterson Drive. Patterson Drive will be closed between Second and Third streets through Wednesday, Nov. 18, for full-depth...

Bloomington, IN · 3d

The Herald-Times

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Santa on Sale Street brings holiday magic to downtown Ellettsville

For 17 years, Chris Fisher, a founding member of Ellettsville Main Street Inc., has gathered her merry band of elves to transform downtown Ellettsville into a festive wonderland. Chris pours her heart and soul into this event, and it shows. Her attention to detail, boundless enthusiasm, and genuine love for her community have helped make Santa on Sale Street one of Ellettsville's most cherished holiday traditions. As Ellettsville Main Street Inc.'s largest event of the year, Santa on Sale Street returns Saturday, Dec. 12, bringing hundreds of families downtown for a morning of festive activities, family fun and community connection. Thanks to the generosity of local businesses, organizations and volunteers, nearly every activity is free. The celebration begins at 9 a.m., with Santa making his grand entrance aboard an Ellettsville fire truck at 9:30 a.m. Special thanks go to the town of Ellettsville and the Ellettsville Fire Department for coordinating an alternate route to accommodate his arrival. A special place: Spend a day in Ellettsville and discover what makes it special From 9:45 a.m. until noon, children can visit Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Ellettsville Branch of the Monroe County Public Library , share their Christmas wishes and enjoy

Ellettsville, IN · 2d

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Monroe County election board accepts 33 provisional ballots, reviews error affecting Stinesville

The Monroe County Election Board voted Friday (Nov. 13) to accept 33 of the 147 provisional ballots from the Nov. 3 general election. The remaining 114 ballots were rejected because voters did not meet registration, identification or other requirements. A provisional ballot lets a voter whose eligibility can’t be confirmed...

Monroe County, IN · 2d

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Why Paranormal Investigators Are Terrified Of This Secluded Indiana Graveyard

Deep in the dense woodlands of south-central Indiana, a small graveyard sits quietly off a narrow forest road, drawing curious visitors and seasoned paranormal investigators alike. A historic cemetery located within Morgan-Monroe State Forest has earned a reputation as one of the most haunted spots in the state. The legends...

Martinsville, IN · 22h

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Bartholomew Co. Highway Dept. announces road closures

COLUMBUS, Ind. - The Bartholomew County Highway Department says several roads will be closed daily next week, Monday, November 16, through Friday, November 20. Each day, closures start at 7:30 a.m. and last until 6 p.m. No through traffic will be permitted, and motorists should avoid these roads. Monday 11/16.

Bartholomew County, IN · 3d

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What Makes Gnaw Bone Camp’s Tenderloin Stand So Busy On Brown County Weekends?

On State Road 46 in Brown County, there is a small gas stop that people drive more than an hour to reach, and fuel is not the reason. They come for a breaded pork tenderloin sandwich that some online pages call the best in Indiana. From the road, the building...

Brown County, IN · 5d

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4 area Indiana State Parks will close for deer hunts

INDIANAPOLIS - The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) says select Indiana State Park properties will temporarily close for controlled deer management hunts starting next week. The first two-day hunt is Monday, Nov. 16, and Tuesday, Nov. 17, followed by a second event on Monday, Nov. 30, and Tuesday, Dec....

Indiana · 3d

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‘It was awful’: Indiana mom raises concerns about new disability assessment process

PAOLI, Ind. — A southern Indiana mother is raising concerns about a new assessment process the state is using for people with disabilities. Earlier this year, the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) launched a new assessment procedure for people receiving a Medicaid waiver. “It was awful”: Mom concerned about son’s interview Angie Brookshire […]

Indiana · 2d

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Bloomington garbage headline: City cart fees could climb nearly 50% by 2029

A proposal to increase Bloomington’s monthly trash collection fees every year through 2029 is on the city council’s agenda for initial consideration next Wednesday (Nov. 18). But the title of the ordinance barely gives hint of the big increase in rates for all three of the city’s trash...

Bloomington, IN · 10h

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Longtime CCHA Law attorney Mike Antrim receives IU McKinney School of Law Distinguished Alumni Award

Church Church Hittle and Antrim (CCHA Law) attorney J. Michael “Mike” Antrim has received the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law Distinguished Alumni Award, which honors graduates whose achievements and service bring distinction to the law school and the legal profession. He was recognized at the law school’s awards celebration held on Nov. 1 at the Eiteljorg Museum in Indianapolis.

Indianapolis, IN · 2d

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City works on 10th and Gladstone traffic light on Monday, Tuesday

During this work, the intersection will operate as a four-way stop. Motorists should expect delays and are encouraged to use alternate routes whenever possible. Drivers traveling through the area are asked to exercise caution, reduce their speed, and remain alert for workers and changing traffic conditions. To ensure everyone's safety,...

Columbus, IN · 1d

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10 Things That Change the Second You Cross From Michigan Into Indiana

Michigan’s minimum wage is $13.73 an hour. Cross into Indiana, and it’s $7.25. Michiganders and Hoosiers share a border, but a lot changes at the line. Here’s what changes the second you cross from Michigan into Indiana. Note: This is general information, not legal or tax advice....

Michigan · 2d

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10 Little-Known Water Moccasin Facts That Surprise Southern Indiana Residents

Southern Indiana has a complicated relationship with the water moccasin. Also known as the cottonmouth, this thick-bodied venomous snake is usually associated with southern wetlands, cypress swamps, and slow-moving waterways. Yet the species has a genuine historical connection to southwestern Indiana, where small, isolated populations were documented near Jasper and along waterways in Harrison County.

Indiana · 2d

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Hendricks Co. homeowners dealing with ongoing construction related to Lebanon LEAP District

HENDRICKS COUNTY, Ind. — Homeowners in Marion and Hendricks Counties continue dealing with major construction as the Lebanon LEAP District pushes ahead. One neighbor, Todd Weber, tells FOX59/CBS4 the project is going to hurt business during an already trying time.  Although Weber has been spared so far, the construction seems to be closing in on […]

Lebanon, IN · 4d

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Latest update on INDOT construction projects

INDIANAPOLIS — Most parts of the Midwest recognize four seasons each year. Indiana adds to that list with construction season, and it runs almost the entire calendar year. The Clear Path 465 Project, Level Up 31, and the Safety and Efficiency Project are three of what INDOT considers “major” projects that are going on simultaneously […]

Indianapolis, IN · 3d

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Senior homeowners in Ohio, Indiana, Washington and Florida face 2027 property tax changes, from Ohio’s Dec. 31 homestead filing to Florida’s exemption of up to $150,000

Older homeowners in four states have different property tax rules to sort out before 2027 bills arrive. Ohio’s senior homestead exemption has to be filed by Dec. 31, Indiana and Washington have set new income limits, and Florida’s exemption grows to as much as $150,000 of assessed value on non-school taxes. The first question is […]

Ohio · 2d