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GOP calls caucus to fill Lawrence County Council seat following Lytton resignation
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Republican Central Committee has officially scheduled a private caucus to fill a vacancy on the County Council. The move follows…
Ten students evacuated after Bloomfield school bus tips into embankment
BLOOMFIELD — A group of 10 students narrowly escaped serious injury Wednesday morning after their school bus lost control and came to rest on its…
Police Log: January 8, 2026
Bedford Police Department Incidents – January 7 Incidents – January 6 Accidents – January 7 Accidents – January 6 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
City of Bloomington Volunteer Network launches 100,000 volunteer hours challenge
BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington invites residents to join the Bloomington Volunteer Network (CBVN) for its most ambitious volunteer challenge to date. The CBVN…
Orleans Dogwood Festival prepares for 56th year as “America 250” kickoff site
ORLEANS — Planning is officially underway for the 56th Annual Orleans Dogwood Festival, a beloved Southern Indiana tradition that will take on added national significance…
Obituary: Alice G. Sears
November 18, 1967 – January 3, 2026 Alice G. Sears, 76 of Evansville passed away on Saturday January 3, 2026, at her residence. Alice was…
Bedford man arrested after nearly striking State Trooper patrol vehicle
BEDFORD — A local man is behind bars after a dangerous encounter on State Road 37 late Monday night. Gary Beaver, 66, of Bedford, was…
Local Lions Clubs set “Gold Standard” record with 32 accessibility ramps in 2025
BEDFORD — A group of local volunteers, many of them senior citizens with no professional carpentry background, has just concluded a record-breaking year of service…
Paul Hollis confirmed as 41st Director of the United States Mint
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Monday, Paul Hollis took the oath of office, becoming the 41st Director of the United States Mint (Mint). Mr. Hollis was nominated…
Obituary: Sue Ann Fleener
October 10, 1940 – January 4, 2026 Sue Ann Fleener, 85, of Mitchell, passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026, at her residence. Born October 10,…












