With the legalization of abortion almost fifty years ago, our nation took a big step into the darkness of a culture of death. The tragic effects of this are many; one being the growing normalization of it and also the effect it can leave on mothers and families. This is the case with any sin;…
For all the GOP messaging supporting the police, Indiana’s new permitless carry law is the single biggest threat to safe policing that Indiana has passed. To quote constitutional rights attorney Guy Relford, “The idea is if I already have a constitutional right, why do I have to go beg the government for permission to exercise…
There’s nothing sweeter than a warm, snuggly baby. But no matter how tempting it may be, you should never sleep with a baby. Every year, about 2,300 babies in the United States die of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). An estimated 90% of these deaths are likely preventable by following safe sleep practices. Prosecutor Anthony…
This week, lawmakers in Indiana will be crafting a new position on abortion after the reversal of Roe vs. Wade. The Republicans have super majorities in the Indiana House and Senate. Crafting a bill that bans abortion would be an easy task with a supermajority. The Republican Party’s platform on abortion is well known. The…
The State Auditor of Indiana has just announced the State has a $6.1 billion surplus in the State Treasury that comes from Indiana taxpayers. As the new school year for 2022-23 approaches, now is the time for the State Legislature to use the taxpayers’ funds to provide every public-school child with free textbooks and curricular…
Ferdinand — As we wrap up the 2022 Ferdinand Heimatfest sponsored by MasterBrand Cabinets, we want to thank all the volunteers, sponsors, groups, organizations, and especially our guests who helped make this year’s fest a success! The weather, entertainment, and socialization made this a great weekend! Your support will help to accomplish our mission of…
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder can impact anyone who has survived a traumatic event. PTSD can disrupt your whole life and keep you from enjoying life’s pleasures. “Fortunately, PTSD is now discussed much more openly than it once was,” said Sheriff Tom Kleinhelter. “PTSD most likely has impacted someone you know. It’s important to recognize the…
At this moment of uncertainty during climate change, any project that disturbs the ecology of our state should be heavily vetted – especially a project of such enormous scope as the proposed Mid-States Corridor, which will disturb forests, wetlands, and the fragile ecology of both public and private lands. Southern Indiana is beautiful and the…
Some of the kids who were massacred at Uvalde could not be identified because their heads had been blown off. They were decapitated by an 18-year-old kid who was not old enough to buy a handgun in the state of Texas but was old enough to purchase a military-style assault weapon. Can anybody anywhere explain…
Did you know congestion and municipal maintenance is a huge problem within the Jasper city limits and are one of the factors for the Mid-States Corridor Project? Did you know the Mid-States Corridor will utilize the existing Highway 231 south of Huntingburg? Did you know the Mid-States Corridor will NOT utilize the existing Highway 231…
