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USDA announces new funding to connect farmers to local markets
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced it has awarded over $26.8 million to grant projects through the Local Agriculture Market…
Federal program opens applications to honor veteran-friendly employers
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Labor has officially opened the application period for the 2026 HIRE Vets Medallion Award, the only federal-level recognition…
Lane closures planned for State Road 48 in Sullivan County
SULLIVAN COUNTY – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces lane closures for State Road 48 in Sullivan County. Beginning on or around Monday, March 16,…
U.S. and Canadian agricultural tractor and combine sales show mixed results in February
NATIONWIDE — Sales of agricultural tractors and combines in the United States and Canada showed mixed results in February as farmers continue to navigate evolving…
Bedford man facing felony charges after reported domestic dispute involving shotgun
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department has filed a probable cause affidavit seeking an arrest warrant for a local man following a domestic disturbance…
Joe Haworth announces candidacy for Lawrence County Council District 1
BEDFORD – Joe Haworth, officially announces his candidacy for Lawrence County Council District1. I am making this announcement on National Funeral Directors and Mortician Day….
Congresswoman Houchin introduces Bipartisan POINTS Act during Problem Gambling Awareness Month
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Erin Houchin (IN-09), alongside Representatives Andrea Salinas (OR-06), Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01), and Troy Carter (LA-02), introduced the bipartisan H.R. 7875, Providing…
American Senior Communities honors winners at Annual Retreat; Introduces company mascot
INDIANA – American Senior Communities (ASC) hosted its annual three-day leadership retreat at the historic French Lick Resort from March 3–5. This year’s theme, Becoming Legendary: Our…
Superior Construction’s Amy Henningfield joins NWI Influential Women Association Board of Directors
CROWN POINT– The Northwest Indiana Influential Women Association (NWIIWA) has announced that Amy Henningfield, Director of Workforce Development for Superior Construction, has joined the organization’s board of…
Police Log: March 11, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests – March 10 Incidents – March 10 Accidents – March 10 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – March 11 Arrests –…
