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Candidates face noon deadline this Friday for 2026 Primary Filing
LAWRENCE CO. — The clock is ticking for local political hopefuls. Prospective candidates are reminded that the deadline to file a declaration of candidacy for…
Senator Banks urges Senate passage of Tyler’s LawÂ
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Yesterday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) spoke on the Senate floor about fentanyl overdose victim Tyler Shamash and the importance of effective fentanyl testing in hospital emergency rooms. The…
City of Bedford construction highlights: Residential and commercial growth
BEDFORD — The City of Bedford Planning & Zoning has released its first performance report of 2026, revealing a month of peak efficiency and steady…
Hatfield Elementary prepares to welcome newest students at Kindergarten Round-Up
MITCHELL— Families with young learners are invited to mark their calendars as Hatfield Elementary School prepares for its annual Kindergarten Round-Up on Thursday, March 26,…
Indiana Rural Summit Coalition demands investigation, Warns of systemic threat to ballot access
STATEHOUSE – The Indiana Rural Summit coalition announced today that some coalition members who participated in the largest group filing in recent history at the Indiana Secretary…
Indiana leaders propose “Hailey’s Law” to combat online grooming
INDIANA — Following the tragic death of 17-year-old Hailey Buzbee, Indiana leaders are fast-tracking a legislative push to close gaps in the state’s emergency notification…
Indiana State Police investigating fatal crash in Jay County
JAY COUNTY – The Indiana State Police is investigating a multi-vehicle crash that resulted in the death of four people. The investigation shows that a…
Police Log: February 4, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests – February 4 Arrests – February 3 Incidents – February 3 Incidents – February 2 Accidents – February 3 Lawrence County…
United Way launches free tax prep services across three counties
INDIANA — As tax season kicks into gear, United Way of South Central Indiana is stepping in to ensure that local residents don’t have to…
Penny the Doberman Pinscher wins Best in Show at milestone 150th Westminster Dog Show
NEW YORK — The “Super Bowl of Dog Shows” reached its historic sesquicentennial Tuesday night as Penny, a four-year-old Doberman Pinscher, commanded the ring at…












