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HHS Secretary Kennedy announces plan to curb psychiatric overprescribing
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. unveiled a sweeping initiative Monday aimed at reducing the “overprescribing” of…
Mitchell man arrested after allegedly breaking into home in violation of a restraining order
MITCHELL — A local man is facing felony charges after police say he broke into a residence where he was legally barred from entering due…
Indiana State Police is accepting applications for the 91st Recruit Academy
INDIANA – Indiana State Police is accepting applications for the 91st Recruit Academy for lateral applicants. Individuals interested in beginning a rewarding career as an…
Bedford Lions Club marks 75th year of Pancake Festival with strong turnout despite chilly weather and threat of rain
BEDFORD — A long-standing community tradition continued Saturday as the Bedford Lions Club hosted its 75th Annual Pancake Festival at Thornton Park Pavilion, drawing more…
2026 Lawrence County Primary Election Results
BEDFORD – The following are the results of the 2026 Lawrence County Primary Election held on May 5th, 2026. As of 6:00 pm tonight, Lawrence…
Houchin, Trahan, Valadao, Pocan Introduce Bipartisan Campus Lifeline Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09) introduced the Campus Lifeline Act of 2026 alongside Representatives Lori Trahan (D-MA), David Valadao (R-CA), and Mark…
Join FDA’s Office of Women’s Health and Human Foods Program on May 13 for a public webinar
NATIONWIDE – The FDA’s Office of Women’s Health, in partnership with the FDA’s Human Foods Program, is hosting a webinar during National Women’s Health Week on Wednesday,…
Steady voter turnout reported; WBIW 1340 AM will air live election results
LAWRENCE COUNTY — Election Day is officially underway in Lawrence County, with local officials reporting a steady stream of residents participating in the primary election…
Public Health Alert: pizza and pork rinds sold nationwide at Walmart, Aldi may contain salmonella
NATIONWIDE – A public health alert has been issued for certain meat and poultry products — including pork rinds and frozen pizzas sold at Walmart…
Lawrence County reports early Election day turnout as voters head to voting centers
LAWRENCE COUNTY — Election Day activity is underway in Lawrence County, where officials reported steady turnout by midday Tuesday as residents cast ballots at multiple…
