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Discover Downtown Washington Reopens Façade Grant Program
The Quick Impact Façade Grant Program by Discover Downtown Washington is now open for three new recipients. Each project can receive up to $3,500 in matching funds after completion and meeting grant guidelines. The program aims for rapid upgrades to downtown building exteriors and encourages retail growth. The g...
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Sullivan Co. Reception Barn Destroyed by Fire
Firefighters in Sullivan County battled a fire early Sunday at the Acorn Ridge Reception Barn on South County Road 600 East, near East Cass Center Road near Dugger. Union Fire Territory firefighters spent about five hours at the scene. The building, which was destroyed, was empty at the time and no one was injured. The...
22h ago
Corydon Man Killed in Crash on Interstate 64
A Corydon man died Monday in an early morning two-vehicle crash on Interstate 64 just west of Corydon in Harrison County. Indiana State Police say 31-year-old Zachary Rhodes Burdin was westbound in the right lane of I-64 when he struck the rear of a truck pulling a flatbed trailer. Burdin was pronounced dead at the sce...
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DNR Announces Winners of Historic Preservation Month Photo Contest
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources Division of Historic Preservation & Archaeology has announced the winners of its annual Historic Preservation Month photo contest. One of the winners is Kyle Hooker of Sullivan County in the Black and White category. Hooker's photo subject was a coal tower in Sullivan. Th...
22h ago
Banks Introduces AI Overwatch Act
Indiana Senator Jim Banks has introduced the AI Overwatch Act to prevent advanced American chips from fueling the Chinese military. The bipartisan bill codifies prohibitions on exporting top-tier A-I technology to foreign adversaries while fast-tracking exports to trusted global allies. Banks stated the legislation is ...
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May 5th Primary Elections: Daviess Co.
Contested races on the ballot in today's (Tuesday's) Primary Elections in Daviess County include Kip Kelley and Jacob Stephens seeking the Republican nomination for Daviess County Council District 3. Republicans Shelly Chestnut and Bob Wilz are looking to win their party's nomination for Madison Township Trustee. Tanne...
Apr 27, 2026
May 5th Primary Elections: Martin Co.
In Tuesday's Martin County Primary Elections, Aureola Vincz and C.M. Steiner are seeking the Republican nomination for Martin County Prosecutor. Republicans Jonah Shaw and Keith Keller are running for Martin County Sheriff. In the GOP Primary for Center Township Trustee, Incumbent Ann Marie Baker faces James Brown. Cat...
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May 5th Primary Elections: Knox Co.
In Tuesday's Knox County Primary Elections, incumbent Republican Gara Lee faces a challenge in the Republican Primary from Brian Johnson for Knox County Superior Court Judge. Vickie Bottoms and Blake Wilson are seeking the GOP nomination for County Recorder. There's a four-way race in the Republican Primary for Knox Co...
21h ago
May 5th Primary Elections: Pike Co.
There is only one contested local race in Tuesday's Pike County Primary Elections. Dallas Killian and Buck Seger are seeking the Republican nomination for Pike County Sheriff.
18h ago
May 5th Primary Elections: Greene Co.
In Tuesday's Greene County Primary Elections, Jody Lewis, Jerry Margraf, and Russel McDonald are seeking the Republican nomination for Greene County Commissioner District 3. Republicans Alan Moody and Kelly Zimmerly are running for Greene County Council District 3. Four Republican candidates are seeking their party's n...
18h ago
May 5th Primary Elections: Dubois Co.
In Tuesday's Dubois County Primary Elections, Jackie McPherron and Emily Meyer are seeking the Republican nomination for Dubois County Auditor. Sheila Asbell and Tammy Guth face off for the GOP nomination for Dubois County Recorder. There's a three-way race for the Republican nomination for Dubois County Sheriff: Tim L...
18h ago
May 5th Primary Elections: Sullivan Co.
In Tuesday's Sullivan County Primary Elections, Republicans Justin Copeland, Mike Luttrell, and Matt Price are running for Sullivan County Sheriff. Also in the Republican Primary, Tonya Bedwell, Brian Gilham, Chad Robertson, and Wes Scarbrough face off for Sullivan County Commissioner District 1.
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City of Washington Election Day Closings
All Washington city departments will be closed on Tuesday, May 5th in observance of Primary Election Day. There will be no trash pick-up and the Recycling Center will be closed. Residents with Tuesday as their regular trash pick-up day should have their trash ready for pickup by 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 6th.
Apr 29, 2026
City of Vincennes Election Day Closings
All Vincennes City Government Offices will be closed Tuesday, May 5th, due to Election Day. Recycling pickup will not change - it will be collected on Monday, May 4th as usual. Tuesday and Wednesday's trash will be picked up on Wednesday, May 6th. The City Collection Site on Old Terre Haute Road will NOT be open Tuesda...
Apr 28, 2026
Martin County Recycling Closed on Election Day
Martin County Recycling will be closed Tuesday, May 5th for Election Day. It will be open on Monday, May 4th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Apr 28, 2026
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Lauren Sánchez Bezos stuns in midnight blue gown as she leads Met Gala arrivals
The 2026 Met Gala welcomed stars to New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art with the "Costume Art" theme and "Fashion Is Art" dress code.
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Kim Kardashian, Beyonce and Blake Lively steal the show at the 2026 Met Gala
The 2026 Met Gala welcomed stars to New York City's Metropolitan Museum of Art with the "Costume Art" theme and "Fashion Is Art" dress code.
12h ago
Brooks Nader, Lauren Sánchez Bezos, Nicole Kidman turn heads at pre-Met Gala parties
Anna Wintour and Jeff Bezos hosted pre-Met Gala parties in NYC, drawing stars like Nicole Kidman, Kendall Jenner and Sabrina Carpenter to events.
13h ago
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni reach a settlement in 'It Ends With Us' retaliation lawsuit
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni appeared in court for a pretrial conference on April 28 as they prepared for trial. The actors settled on May 4.
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Dolly Parton cancels Las Vegas residency as health issues force her to step back from stage performances
Dolly Parton cancels Las Vegas residency due to ongoing health issues but says she is improving every day and her conditions are all treatable.
14h ago
Britney Spears pleads guilty to 'wet reckless' charge after DUI arrest
Singer Britney Spears, 44, pleaded guilty to reckless driving Monday after voluntarily checking into a treatment facility following her March arrest
17h ago
'Saved by the Bell' star got $12 check after fame, was 'trapped' as Screech before tragic death: co-star
Dustin Diamond was "trapped" as Screech after "Saved by the Bell," insiders say, facing typecasting and shockingly low residuals before his 2021 death. His fame is being explored on "Hollywood Demons."
18h ago
Princess Eugenie pregnant with 3rd child, could be 'turning point' for her disgraced parents: expert
Princess Eugenie and husband Jack Brooksbank announce they are expecting their third child together, sharing a sonogram photo on social media.
19h ago
Anne Heche had interview tape dumped in NYC sewer after clash to protect Ellen DeGeneres romance: book
Fran Weinstein alleges Anne Heche grabbed an interview tape and had it tossed in a NYC sewer to protect her romance with Ellen DeGeneres. Heche's manager has denied the claims.
21h ago
'Yellowstone' fans 'about to pass out' over 'Dutton Ranch' trailer as Beth and Rip return
Yellowstone spinoff Dutton Ranch sparks massive fan excitement as the new trailer teases Beth and Rip's dangerous fresh start in South Texas.
May 04, 2026
'Storage Wars' star's son breaks silence after father's death by suicide at 67
Brandon Sheets paid an emotional tribute to his father, Darrell Sheets, on social media and honored the "Storage Wars" star's legacy after his death by suicide.
May 04, 2026
Supermodel slams GLP-1 trend, says weight loss shots are a 'smack in the face' to body positivity movement
Ashley Graham calls the rise of GLP-1 weight loss shots disheartening as she vows to continue advocating for plus-size women and body acceptance.
May 03, 2026
Explosion at a fireworks plant in China kills at least 21 people, injures dozens more: report
An explosion at a fireworks factory in in China's Hunan province killed at least 21 people and injured 61 others, according to state media reports.
6h ago
Major city bans ads for meat, fossil fuels in sweeping crackdown critics call overreach
Amsterdam has reportedly banned public ads for meat and fossil fuels, removing burger, airline, and gas-powered car promotions from city billboards.
12h ago
Mike Waltz pushes UN resolution to stop Iran mining key global shipping route
The U.S. is advancing a UN resolution against Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz as military forces secure shipping under Project Freedom.
14h ago
Car plows into pedestrian zone killing 2 as police detain driver and investigate motive
Two people were killed and several others seriously injured after a car drove into a pedestrian zone in Leipzig, Germany. Police detained a 33-year-old suspect as officials investigate the cause.
15h ago
Brief alcohol ban in Damascus sparks concerns about President al-Sharaa's vision for Syria
Critics warn new restrictions could signal a shift toward more bans under President Ahmed al-Sharaa given his previous ties to jihadist terror groups.
16h ago
Cruise ship outbreak leaves 3 dead as officials delay medical evacuations and probe hantavirus threat
A suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship off West Africa has killed three people, with the WHO coordinating emergency medical evacuations.
May 04, 2026
Somali pirate and Houthi alliance targets $1T oil trade route with revived hijack tactic
Analysts warn of a Red Sea security vacuum as Somali pirates and Houthi-linked groups allegedly collaborate using new tech to hijack oil tankers.
May 03, 2026
Cargo ship attacked by small craft near Strait of Hormuz, UK maritime agency says
A large cargo ship was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday as Iran pushes to assert control over the vital global energy shipping route.
May 03, 2026
Examining NATO: Inside the 'commitment gap' as US carries alliance deterrence
Trump pressures NATO allies to boost defense spending as experts describe a decades-long commitment gap between political promises and military capability.
May 03, 2026
'Killing off the country': Iran executes dozens, arrests 4,000-plus in war crackdown
Iran is being accused of intensifying its crackdown on dissent with executions, mass arrests and one of the internet longest shutdowns to stifle protests against the regime.
May 02, 2026
Iran's killer drones increase slaughter in Sudan amid world's forgotten war
Iran is accused of supplying Mohajer-6 attack drones to Sudan's armed forces as the civil war's death toll reportedly reaches as many as 400,000 people.
May 02, 2026
Bus plunges into river after trainee driver crash, massive rescue response: reports
All four people on board were rescued after a trainee driver sent a bus careening into the River Seine near Paris Thursday, officials said.
May 02, 2026
