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Lane closures today on Wayne Beasley Road for paving
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Highway Department announced that a portion of Wayne Beasley Road will be closed today for paving. According to Superintendent Brian…
“Careers on Wheels” event gives Lawrence County second graders a hands-on look at local professions
BEDFORD – Second-grade students from across Lawrence County will participate in the 2025 “Careers on Wheels” event at the Lawrence County Fairgrounds. The event, scheduled…
Obituary: Wanda M. Childers
April 17, 1942 – September 13, 2025 Wanda M. Childers, 83, of Bedford, passed away on September 13, 2025, at the IU Hospice House in…
Obituary: Douglas ‘Doug’ Dwane Hutsell
May 19, 1975 – August 24, 2025 Douglas ‘Doug’ Dwane Hutsell, 50, of Hamilton, Ohio, passed away Sunday, August 24, 2025, at his residence. Born…
Lawrence County Recorder’s Office announces temporary closure
LAWRENCE CO. – The Lawrence County Recorder’s Office has announced a temporary closure. The office will be closed on Thursday, September 18, from 10 a.m….
Obituary: Leif R. Goettel
December 31, 1958 – September 11, 2025 Iowa Park, Texas – Leif R. Goettel, 67, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025, in Wichita Falls, Texas….
Vincennes University is set to open its new Center for Health Sciences and Innovative Learning
VINCENNES – Vincennes University is set to open its new Center for Health Sciences and Innovative Learning in January 2026. The $33.9 million facility is…
Orleans Chamber of Commerce announces 2025 Golf Scramble
PAOLI – The Annual 2025 Orleans Chamber of Commerce Golf Scramble will be held at the Green Acres Country Club in Paoli on Saturday, October…
Lane closures planned for US 231 in Martin County
MARTIN CO. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces lane closures for US 231 in Martin County. Beginning on or around Monday, September 22, crews…
Indiana Internet Crimes Against Children Initiative: Operation Guardian Angel
INDIANA – As Hoosier children began returning to school in August 2025, the Indiana State Police, which oversees the Indiana Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC)…












