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Cement Plant Road bridge replacement Sparks resident concerns over design
BEDFORD – Lawrence County Commissioners heard concerns Tuesday morning regarding an upcoming bridge replacement project on Cement Plant Road over Leatherwood Creek. While the project…
Lawrence County Commissioners take early steps toward government transparency with purchase of live streaming equipment
BEDFORD– In anticipation of a new state law mandating the live streaming of public meetings, the Lawrence County Commissioners took proactive steps towards greater government…
Republican Governors thank President Trump for supporting Senate amendment to House Budget
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Republican governors sent a joint letter to President Trump thanking him for his support of the Senate’s amendment to the House Budget…
Nikeshia Fomby appointed to lead Public Engagement for Bloomington, expanding resident voice in city government
BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington has appointed Nikeshia Fomby, MBA, as its new Public Engagement Director, effective today. Fomby brings over two decades of experience…
Lawrence County roads closed due to flooding; Officials urge motorists to respect barricades
BEDFORD—Highway Superintendent Brian Sowder says several county roads in Lawrence County have been closed due to widespread flooding. In a statement released this morning, Sowder…
Indiana Department of Health confirms first case of measles in 2025
INDIANA—The Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) is reporting the first laboratory-confirmed case of measles in Indiana this year. The case involves an unvaccinated minor in…
Johnsonville recalls popular cheddar bratwurst due to potential plastic contamination
INDIANA – Popular sausage maker Johnsonville has issued a voluntary recall on approximately 22,672 pounds of its cheddar bratwurst product, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s…
Popular band Last Call added to Orleans Dogwood Festival entertainment line-up
ORLEANS— The Orleans Dogwood Festival is set to rock on Friday night, April 25th, with the addition of the popular band Last Call to its…
Circle City Sidewalk Stompers and “ISFA 1” to Highlight Orleans Dogwood Festival Parade
ORLEANS – Spectators attending the 55th Annual Orleans Dogwood Festival Parade on Saturday, April 26th, are in for a treat with special appearances by the…
Bloomington woman arrested reports of her punching herself in the face and officers find meth
BEDFORD – A Bloomington woman was arrested in Bedford on Sunday evening after a welfare check led to the discovery of methamphetamine, marijuana, and drug…
