Teen charged as adult with two felony murder counts after killing two family members

QUINCY – A 15-year-old boy has been charged as an adult with two counts of felony murder in Owen County, following the fatal shooting of…

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FREE financial workshop coming to Mitchell: “Where Does Your Money Go?”

MITCHELL — For anyone who has ever wondered why their paycheck seems to disappear faster than it arrives, Purdue Extension–Lawrence County is offering a free,…

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Joseph W. Elliott, longtime Bedford businessman and philanthropist dies at 91

BEDFORD — Joseph Walter Elliott, a prominent Bedford businessman, community leader, and philanthropist, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, at the age of 91. Elliott,…

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New exhibition opens at Lawrence County Museum: “Bridges of Lawrence County”

BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Museum of History is set to unveil a captivating new exhibition, “Bridges of Lawrence County: Linking Lives and Landscapes,” celebrating…

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Jury finds Casey Brown guilty in the murder of Kobe Stancombe

BEDFORD – A Lawrence County man has been found guilty on charges of murder, attempted murder, and criminal confinement stemming from a February 2024 shooting…

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The Lawrence County Council announces executive session on today on Nov. 18

BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Council will conduct an Executive Session today, on November 18, at the Lawrence County Courthouse, 916 15th Street, Suite 28, Bedford,…

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Lights, Camera, Jury Duty: Indiana premieres professional new juror orientation film

INDIANA – The Indiana Office of Judicial Administration (OJA) has launched a new, high-definition juror orientation video, replacing the 2003 version. The video aims to…

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Massive vehicle recall wave hits major automakers: Engine stall, airbag, and steering risks

INDIANA – The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a significant round of safety recalls affecting a broad range of vehicles, from heavy-duty…

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Public input needed: INDOT opens comment period for major transportation plan changes

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is seeking immediate public comments on a proposed amendment to its key planning and funding document, the…

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Bedford Housing Authority announces Thanksgiving closure

BEDFORD — The Bedford Housing Authority has announced that it will be closed for two days in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, affecting residents needing…

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