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Bloomington Mayor Thomson releases statement following severe storms
BLOOMINGTON – Bloomington Mayor Kerry Thomson released the following statement: “Severe storms swept through our area last night (May 16), leaving damage across parts of…
Duke Energy restoring power in Monroe County
MONROE CO. – Duke Energy is asking the public to avoid the areas damaged by Friday’s tornadoes in Monroe County. Utility crews are working on…
UDWI REMC provides update on storm restoration
BLOOMFIELD –Utilities District of Western Indiana REMC would like to thank members for their patience as we work to assess damages and restore power after yesterday’s…
Monroe County Deputy EMA and National Weather Service assessing damage in Monroe County
MONROE CO. – This morning, Monroe County Deputy EMA Director Justin Baker was out with the National Weather Service assessing the damage in Monroe County….
May 16th Tornado Recovery Updates
MONROE CO. – Several Monroe County residents were impacted by a strong storm and tornado that caused widespread damage. Monroe County officials and first responders…
Police Log: May 17, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests: May 16 Incidents: May 15 Incidents: May 14 Accidents: May 15 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests: May 17 Arrests: May 16…
Severe storms lash Monroe County: Dozens of homes damaged, several injured
BLOOMINGTON – A powerful storm system ripped through Western and Southern Monroe County on Friday, May 16, 2025, at approximately 6:25 p.m., leaving a trail…
Single-vehicle accident in Linton claims one life, injures three juveniles
LINTON– A tragic single-vehicle accident on Friday evening claimed the life of the driver and left three juvenile passengers injured, one critically. The incident occurred…
Lincoln Elementary celebrates active students with annual Fun Run
BEDFORD – Lincoln Elementary School was energized this morning as 321 students participated in their annual Fun Run at 9:00 a.m. The event, a tradition…
Paoli man arrested following trespass complaint
ORANGE CO. – A trespass complaint in Orange County led to the arrest of a Paoli man on Tuesday, May 13th. According to Indiana State…












