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Joseph W. Elliott, longtime Bedford businessman and philanthropist dies at 91
BEDFORD — Joseph Walter Elliott, a prominent Bedford businessman, community leader, and philanthropist, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, at the age of 91. Elliott,…
New exhibition opens at Lawrence County Museum: “Bridges of Lawrence County”
BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Museum of History is set to unveil a captivating new exhibition, “Bridges of Lawrence County: Linking Lives and Landscapes,” celebrating…
Police Log: November 18, 2025
Bedford Police Department Incidents – November 17 Incidents – November 16 Accidents – November 17 Accidents – November 16 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
Jury finds Casey Brown guilty in the murder of Kobe Stancombe
BEDFORD – A Lawrence County man has been found guilty on charges of murder, attempted murder, and criminal confinement stemming from a February 2024 shooting…
Illinois man arrested after wrong-way pursuit on I-80
LAKE CO.-Â On November 15, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m., Trooper Jace Haddon was patrolling along I-80 near the 1.4-mile marker when he observed a dark-colored…
Indiana State Police investigate fatal motorcycle crash
FOUNTAIN CO. – Sunday afternoon, just before 3:45 p.m., Trooper Millburg was patrolling southbound on U.S. 41 near County Road 650 North. He observed a…
Lights, Camera, Jury Duty: Indiana premieres professional new juror orientation film
INDIANA – The Indiana Office of Judicial Administration (OJA) has launched a new, high-definition juror orientation video, replacing the 2003 version. The video aims to…
Massive vehicle recall wave hits major automakers: Engine stall, airbag, and steering risks
INDIANA – The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a significant round of safety recalls affecting a broad range of vehicles, from heavy-duty…
Public input needed: INDOT opens comment period for major transportation plan changes
INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is seeking immediate public comments on a proposed amendment to its key planning and funding document, the…
