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BEDFORD – On Monday at noon, all City of Bedford officials elected for office beginning January 1, 2024, were sworn in by Lawrence Circuit Court – Judge Nathan G. Nikirk.
Those taking the oath of officer were:
Mayor Samuel J. Craig
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Clerk-Treasurer Billie Tumey
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Council Member Judy Carlisle
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Council Member Kathy Blackburn
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Council Member Larry Hardman
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Council Member Brad Bough
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Council Member Dan Bortner
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Council Member Heath Hawkins
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Council Member Ryan Griffith
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