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Indiana hit by significant tornado outbreak: 12 confirmed statewide including Heltonville
INDIANA. – Wednesday, April 2, 2025, became Indiana’s most active tornado night of the year so far, with the National Weather Service confirming twelve tornadoes…
Infant dies after dog attack in Brownstown
BROWNSTOWN – A tragic incident in Jackson County has resulted in the death of a two-month-old infant following an attack by a dog. The Jackson…
Lightning suspected cause of early morning Columbus house fire
COLUMBUS – Fire officials are investigating an early morning residential fire in Columbus that they believe was likely ignited by lightning. The Columbus Fire Department…
Obituary: Shirley Ann Sowder
July 14, 1942 – April 5, 2025 Shirley Ann Sowder, 82, of Bedford, died at 11:38 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at the White…
Obituary: Barry Lee Mundy
July 16, 1947 – April 5, 2025 Barry Lee Mundy, 77, of Mitchell, passed away Saturday, April 5, 2025, at his son’s residence, surrounded by…
City of Bedford will begin flushing fire hydrants tonight
BEDFORD—The City of Bedford will begin flushing fire hydrants tonight through Thursday, April 17. The following is a tentative schedule for flushing fire hydrants in…
Police Log: April 6, 2025
Bedford Police Department Incidents – April 5 Incidents – April 4 Accidents – April 5 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – April 5 Incidents –…
Update: I-69 is now open
DAVIESS CO. – Indiana State Police announced at 11:35 p.m. on Saturday, April 5, that I-69 is now open in Daviess County. I-69 was closed…
Missing Monroe County man found safe
MONROE CO—The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce that Gary Edwards, who was previously reported missing, has been found safe and returned to his…
Streets closed in Orleans due to flooding
ORLEANS—The Town of Orleans has announced the closure of two streets due to water overflowing the roadways caused by ongoing flooding. Authorities have reported that…












