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Bedford man arrested for alleged theft exceeding $800
BEDFORD – A Bedford man was arrested on Saturday evening, June 22nd, after allegedly shoplifting over $800 worth of merchandise from the local Walmart. Christopher…
Indiana tobacco tax hike takes effect July 1
INDIANA – Smokers across Indiana will see the price of cigarettes increase by $1 per pack starting July 1, as the state implements its first…
Indiana Democrats announce 144th IDEA Convention in French Lick: A weekend for reconnection and 2026 strategy
FRENCH LICK – The Indiana Democratic Party (IDP) has announced details for its 144th IDEA Convention, scheduled to take place at the historic French Lick…
Traffic stop lands Mitchell man in jail on OWI charges
BEDFORD – A Mitchell man, Cory Blackwell, 39, of Mitchell, was arrested in the early hours of Friday, June 21, on charges of operating a…
“Sleep Out, Speak Out” event to raise awareness and funds for Becky’s Place
BEDFORD – Community members are invited to spend a night under the stars to support women and children experiencing homelessness in Lawrence County. Becky’s Place,…
Police Log: June 25, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests – June 24 Incidents – June 24 Incidents – June 23 Accidents – June 24 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
Indiana implements new medicaid assessment tools for children, raising concerns
INDIANA—Indiana is set to introduce new assessment tools on July 1 to determine eligibility for Medicaid’s home—and community-based services for children and infants. While the…
City of Bloomington issues notice of default for Crawford Apartments, reinforces commitment to supportive housing
BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington has issued a formal notice of default and suit regarding Title 16 health and safety violations to the property…
Indiana becomes first state to approve statewide interstate tolls amidst declining gas tax revenue
INDIANA – Traveling Indiana’s interstates could soon become more expensive, as Governor Mike Braun recently signed a groundbreaking bill into law that permits tolls on…
Homeless man arrested on theft charges after stealing items from Bedford Street Department
BEDFORD – A Bedford man, Seth Norrick, 51, was arrested on theft charges after being found inside the Bedford Street Department garage on Thursday, June…
