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Orleans reminds residents: Keep grass clippings out of streets to prevent flooding
ORLEANS – The Orleans Street Department is urging residents to refrain from blowing grass clippings into town streets and roadways, emphasizing that this practice is…
Man arrested on OWI charges after crashing truck into building, fleeing scene
BEDFORD – A Bedford man was arrested Saturday evening after allegedly driving his truck into a building on State Road 37 and then fleeing the…
American Heart Association celebrates tobacco tax increase in Indiana
INDIANA — The American Heart Association is proud to see a years-long effort to raise the tobacco tax in Indiana culminate with a $2 per…
Indiana State Police K-9 Oswald to get donation of body armor
VERSAILLES – Indiana State Police-Versailles District K9 Oswald will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested…
Boil order issued for Twin Bridges and Old Palestine Road residents due to water main break
MITCHELL– South Lawrence Utilities has issued a boil water advisory effective immediately for residents and businesses located on Twin Bridges Road and Old Palestine Road….
Crescent moon to cozy up to Jupiter in tonight’s sky
INDIANA – Look to the western sky after sunset tonight, April 29, to witness a slender crescent moon drawing near the bright planet Jupiter. Emerging…
Lawrence County native to serve as Acting Under Secretary of the Navy
WASHINGTON D.C. – Dr. Brett Seidle, a Lawrence County native and Senior Executive Service member in the U.S. Department of the Navy, has been appointed…
Controversial Budget Bill gives Governor full control over IU Trustees
INDIANA – A contentious last-minute addition to the state budget bill passed by Indiana legislators on Thursday night is poised to grant Governor Mike Braun…
Mitchell couple face animal neglect charges after dog found in muddy conditions
MITCHELL – A Mitchell couple is facing animal neglect charges after police allegedly found their dog living in unsanitary conditions with no apparent vaccinations. According…
Police Log: April 29, 2025
Bedford Police Department Incidents – April 28 Incidents – April 27 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – April 28 Incidents – April 29 Incidents –…
