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Bloomington man arrested on OWI charges after report of erratic driving
LAWRENCE CO. – A Bloomington man was arrested for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) on September 20, after a Lawrence County Sheriff’s Deputy…
Region’s most influential women recognized during banquet
CROWN POINT – The spotlight shone brightly Thursday, Sept. 25, as the 14th annual Influential Women of Northwest Indiana Awards Banquet celebrated the region’s most…
Statewide Child Fatality Review Committee to meet October 3rd
INDIANA – The Statewide Child Fatality Review Committee has announced it will hold its next meeting on Friday, October 3, 2025, from 9 a.m. to…
Obituary: Helen Ethelene ‘Ethel’ Wilcoxen
March 26, 1938 – September 28, 2025 Helen Ethelene “Ethel” Wilcoxen, 87, of Mitchell, passed away Sunday, September 28, 2025, at her residence. Born March…
Police Log: September 30, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests – September 29 Incidents – September 29 Incidents – September 28 Accidents – September 29 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Incidents –…
Judge vows impartiality in Charlie Kirk murder case amid political pressure
OREM, UT – The judge overseeing the murder case of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk addressed the intense political scrutiny surrounding the trial during a brief…
Bedford ranks as top affordable retirement spot in Indiana
BEDFORD – Bedford, a city renowned for its limestone industry, is making a “limestone-solid case” as one of Indiana’s most affordable and attractive retirement destinations…
Landmark ruling allows hundreds of Southern Indiana landowners to seek compensation for Monon South Trail property seizure
INDIANA– Hundreds of Southern Indiana landowners whose property was seized by the federal government for the Monon South Trail recreational path can now pursue compensation…
Technology help is available at StoneGate Arts & Education next week
BEDFORD – Area residents who need assistance navigating their digital devices can get free help next week at StoneGate Arts & Education. The center is…
Communities, apply today for housing assistance
INDIANA – Over the last two years, the Residential Housing Infrastructure Assistance Program has helped Hoosier communities add more than 3,000 housing units across Indiana….












