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Police Log: January 14, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests – January 14 Incidents – January 13 Incidents – January 12 Accidents – January 13 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
City of Bloomington temporarily renames retention pond in spirit and valiant defense
BLOOMINGTON – In a city known for a healthy appreciation for whimsy, the City of Bloomington has once again risen to the moment. After a standout…
Bloomington Chamber marks 111 years with historic membership milestone
BLOOMINGTON — The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce is entering its 111th year with record-breaking momentum, announcing that it has officially surpassed 900 members for…
Focus on Health – Be Your Best You in 2026 with “Stronger Every Day” program
PAOLI – Southern Indiana Community Health Care (SICHC) will launch “Stronger Every Day,” a free, 12-week community exercise and wellness program designed to help residents…
Company will pay $107,000 to resolve allegations it deceived Hoosiers about processes for securing unclaimed property
INDIANA – A California-based company specializing in “finding” people’s unclaimed property will pay $107,000 to settle allegations that it deceived Hoosiers through illegal consumer solicitations and fee agreements. “This…
Speed limit to be reduced on State Road 45/46 in Bloomington
MONROE COUNTY – The Indiana Department of Transportation is scheduled to reduce the speed limit on State Road 45/46 on or after Thursday, January 15, in Bloomington….
Lawrence County to address surge in non-emergency “lift assist” calls
BEDFORD — Lawrence County emergency officials are sounding the alarm over a growing trend that is stretching the county’s first responders to their limits: a…
Lawrence County enters new contract for care of neglected animals
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Commissioners approved a new independent contract on Tuesday morning to ensure the proper care of animals seized during criminal investigations….
Obituary: Edward R. Couch
September 30, 1955 – January 9, 2026 Edward R. Couch, 70 of Springville passed away in Bloomington on January 9, 2026. Edward was born in…
Lawrence County Assessor contracts with Nexus Group for property assessment services
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Commissioners approved a significant multi-year contract for property assessment services during their Tuesday morning meeting, following a presentation by County…
