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Volunteers needed for tree planting at White Oak Cemetery
BLOOMINGTON— The City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department invites community members to participate in a tree-planting event at White Oak Cemetery. This initiative aims…
Orleans Chamber of Commerce hosts Annual Member Appreciation outing
ORLEANS— Members of the Orleans Chamber of Commerce gathered at the home of Simon and Wendy Sprigler last Wednesday for the 2024 Annual Chamber Member…
Lawrence County Council approves controversial budget cuts, sparking employee outrage over loss of Administrative Director position
LAWRENCE CO. — The Lawrence County Council has approved the 2025 government budget, which includes significant cuts from the requests submitted by various county offices….
Safety Recall – free repairs to prevent potential risks
INDIANA – Your vehicle may be involved in a safety recall, creating a safety risk for you or your passengers. If left unrepaired, a potential…
Obituary: Orville ‘Buzz’ Louis Cook
May 18, 1950 – October 24, 2024 Orville ‘Buzz’ Louis Cook, 74, of Bedford, passed away Thursday, October 24, 2024, at Indiana University Health Bloomington…
New Albany man charged with murder after Saturday evening shooting
NEW ALBANY – Charges have been amended against a New Albany man involved in a shooting Saturday evening on Slate Run Road in New Albany….
Trick or Treat in Orleans set for Halloween night
ORLEANS—Orleans is gearing up for a festive Halloween celebration. Its annual Trick or Treat event is scheduled for Thursday, October 31, from 6 to 9…
Clarification on misprint on Lawrence County 2024 General Election Ballot
LAWRENCE CO. – Voters of Lawrence County, there is a misprint on the 2024 General Election Ballot. The voter Registration Officer is receiving numerous calls…
REMC Community Fund Grant Brings Rwandan Genocide Survivor to Shakamak High School
BLOOMFIELD— On Oct. 7, Shakamak High School hosted a special student assembly in Jasonville featuring Rwandan genocide survivor Kizito Kalima. The event was made possible…
Lawrence County Council will not have additional meetings in November and December
BEDFORD—Lawrence County Council President Jeff Lytton is updating county officials and residents regarding the discussion at last Tuesday’s meeting about adding additional meeting dates to the…
