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Indiana chosen for Nuclear Energy Planning by U.S. DOE, NGA
INDIANA—Indiana will expand its focus on leadership in advanced nuclear energy by hosting an in-state retreat to enhance nuclear energy education and engagement. The state…
Local farming organizations awarded funding to support food chain resiliency
INDIANA – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced it has partnered with the Indiana State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) to award $6,714,042 for…
Boating on West Lakes Chain and Indian Lakes Chain and Sylvan Lake is restricted
INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has placed boating restrictions on watercraft on the West Lakes Chain, the Indian Lakes Chain, and…
Police Log: April 8, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests – April 7 Incidents – April 7 Incidents – April 6 Accidents – April 7 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
Senator Eric Koch’s Williams Dam legislation signed by governor
STATEHOUSE— Gov. Mike Braun recently signed into law a bill authored by State Sen. Eric Koch (R-Bedford) to protect Williams Dam. Senate Enrolled Act 426 prohibits the Williams Dam…
Indiana State Police investigate pharmacy burglary in Salem
SALEM— Indiana State Police (ISP) detectives and crime scene investigators from the Sellersburg Post are investigating the burglary of Good Living Pharmacy, an independent pharmacy…
Dogwood Silent Auction location moved due to tornado damage
ORLEANS – The annual Dogwood Silent Auction, a key fundraising event for the Orleans Chamber of Commerce, has been relocated due to the tornado damage…
Third arrest made in 2012 Lowell Badger homicide case
SULLIVAN CO. – Over twelve years after the homicide of retired farmer Lowell R. Badger, a second arrest has been made in the case. Arthur…
Obituary: Bonnie Ellen (Kelly) Porter
January 24, 1930 – April 6, 2025 Bonnie Ellen (Kelly) Porter, 95, of Bedford, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025, at the White River Lodge…
Man arrested following domestic dispute after running from police, jumping on bed
BEDFORD – A Bedford man was arrested Saturday night following a domestic disturbance call at an apartment complex on 6th Street. According to a probable…












