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North Lawrence Community Schools announce free summer meals to all children 18 and under
BEDFORD—North Lawrence Community Schools (NLCS), in partnership with Chartwells, is launching an innovative new summer meal service designed to significantly increase food access for children…
Senator Banks’ remarks on Golden Dome, President Trump’s tariffs in the Oval Office
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined President Trump in the Oval Office to announce the “Golden Dome” and delivered remarks on how the…
Monroe County tornado recovery update as of May 20th
MONROE CO. – Several Monroe County residents were impacted by a strong storm and tornado that caused widespread damage. The following is some helpful information…
Obituary: Brian Lee Banks
June 9, 1970 – April 22, 2025 Brian Lee Banks, 54, of Bedford, passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at IU Health Bloomington Hospice House….
Timothy Helton sentenced to 120 years for murder and attempted murder
BEDFORD – Timothy Brian Helton, 37, was sentenced Tuesday afternoon to 120 years in the Indiana Department of Corrections by Lawrence County Superior Court II…
Woman Arrested for Criminal Trespass in Bedford
BEDFORD – A Bedford woman was arrested Sunday afternoon after allegedly trespassing on a property from which she had previously been banned. Autumn R. McCluskey,…
Poplar Lane paving request sparks debate over road status
BEDFORD – A request to pave Poplar Lane brought a resident’s concerns before the Lawrence County Commissioners Tuesday morning, highlighting a common issue of road…
SWCD highlights significant conservation efforts and funding in Lawrence County
BEDFORD—This morning, Lawrence County Commissioners received a comprehensive update on the vital work of the Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD). Mandy Robbins presented an…
Woman arrested after pursuit in Jackson and Bartholomew Counties
JACKSON/BARTHOLOMEW CO. – Monday afternoon, May 18, a 32-year-old Chicago, Illinois woman was arrested following a vehicle pursuit on I-65 in Jackson and Bartholomew Counties….
Lawrence County commissioners approve new health insurance provider for employees
BEDFORD—Lawrence County employees will soon have a new health insurance provider. Miles Parker addressed the commissioners this morning to update them on a new policy…
