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Man arrested on OWI charge after traveling 81 miles per hour on State Road 37
OOLITIC — A Martinsville man was incarcerated at the Lawrence County Jail last Thursday night following a high-speed traffic stop that led to multiple Operating…
Financial institutions to offer guidance and resources at the 2026 Women’s Expo
BEDFORD — Visitors to the 2026 Women’s Expo will have the opportunity not only to shop and enjoy entertainment but also to connect with financial…
Vehicle found in floodwaters near Lawrenceport; Two deceased individuals located
BEDFORD – Local authorities say a vehicle believed to what appears to belong to two missing adults has been located in floodwaters in Lawrence County….
Annual Town-Wide Yard Sale returns for 2026 Orleans Dogwood Festival
ORLEANS — As the community prepares for the opening weekend of the 2026 Dogwood Festival, the Orleans Chamber of Commerce has announced the return of…
Officials Urge Public Not to Remove High Water Signs
LAWRENCE CO. – Officials in Lawrence County are urging motorists to stop removing or tampering with high water warning signs placed on county roads. Brian…
Local nonprofits to play vital role at 2026 Women’s Expo in Bedford on Mar. 14
BEDFORD — While shopping, games, and giveaways are always a big draw at the annual Women’s Expo, organizers say one of the event’s most meaningful…
Lawrence County Commissioners allocate Opioid Settlement Funds to workforce training program
LAWRENCE CO. – The Lawrence County Commissioners have approved a $15,000 allocation from the county’s 2025 opioid settlement funds to support workforce training efforts led…
Williams Covered Bridge Dinner approved for September in Lawrence County
WILLIAMS – The Lawrence County Commissioners have approved plans for the 8th annual Williams Covered Bridge Dinner, set for Saturday, Sept. 12. According to Tonya…
$500,000 grant to fund home repairs for 21 Lawrence County households
LAWRENCE CO. – Residents in Lawrence County will soon see improvements to their homes thanks to a $500,000 Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation (OOR) grant aimed at helping…
Lawrence County prepares for 2026 Elections; Clerk encourages voters to use state website
LAWRENCE CO. – Voters in Lawrence County are being reminded of key dates for the upcoming election cycle, as local officials encourage residents to prepare…
