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Wawa Bedford location set for fall opening
BEDFORD — The familiar gold-and-red goose logo of Wawa is officially landing in Lawrence County. Construction is ramping up at the intersection of Fifth Street…
Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market kicks off 52nd Season this Saturday
BLOOMINGTON – A local springtime tradition returns this weekend as the Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market (BCFM) opens for its 52nd season on Saturday, April 4….
Census Data: U.S. same-sex households nearly double since 2005
WASHINGTON, D.C. — New data from the U.S. Census Bureau reveals a significant shift in American demographics, showing that the number of same-sex couple households…
Federal Judge dismisses abuse lawsuit filed by former IU basketball players
INDIANAPOLIS — A federal judge has dismissed a high-profile class-action lawsuit filed by former Indiana University men’s basketball players who alleged they were subjected to…
Funding Alert: Hart Family Fund Grants for small town preservation are due May 1
INDIANA — Small towns across the Indiana Uplands have a unique opportunity to secure “seed money” for local history projects. Applications for the Hart Family…
The importance of a healthy parent/child relationship
INDIANA – Raising a child is no small task, and it often requires the support of a “village.” While many people view parenting as simply…
ISP troopers locate Walmart theft suspect
BLOOMINGTON – Troopers from the Bloomington District located and arrested a theft suspect traveling on I-69 early Wednesday morning, April 1. Trooper Collin Cook, of the…
Indiana Overhauls Higher Ed: 1,000+ low-enrolled degree programs cut or consolidated
INDIANA — The Indiana Commission on Higher Education (CHE) took sweeping action Wednesday, voting to eliminate, suspend, or merge more than 1,000 degree programs across…
Strengthening Singles to host Community Pitch-In Dinner at Hillcrest Christian Church
BEDFORD — A local faith-based organization is inviting area residents to an evening of food and fellowship later this month. Strengthening Singles will host its…
Lawrence County Commissioners will meet on Tuesday, April 7th
BEDFORD – Lawrence County Commissioners will meet on Tuesday, April 7th at 9:30 a.m. The meeting will be held in the Lawrence County Courthouse. On…












