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Seymour Department of Public Works encourages recycling-friendly snack choices for back-to-school
SEYMOUR — The Seymour Department of Public Works is advising residents to consider recycling guidelines when purchasing after-school snacks, encouraging them to choose items with…
Mitchell Parks and Recreation seeks public input on new playground designs
MITCHELL — Mitchell Parks and Recreation is urging residents to complete a short survey to provide official feedback on preliminary design concepts for “Project Playground”…
Multi-county chase ends with New York man behind bars
SEYMOUR – A multi-county police chase originating in Seymour on Saturday morning concluded with the arrest of a New York man near Walesboro, after a…
Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County temporarily closed for preparation
BEDFORD — The Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County will be temporarily closed through August 5. The closure enables staff training, thorough facility cleaning,…
APHIS declares August is “Tree Check Month,” asks public to check trees for signs of Asian Longhorned Beetle
INDIANA – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is asking the public to look for and report signs of…
Community Foundation of Jackson County opens fall grant applications
BROWNSTOWN — The Community Foundation of Jackson County has opened the application window for its annual Fall Grant cycle, with a deadline of July 31….
Seymour Parks and Recreation opens registration for adult kickball league
SEYMOUR — The City of Seymour Parks and Recreation Department has opened registration for its 2025 Adult Kickball League, inviting individuals aged 15 and older…
Warrant issued for Bedford man after overdose call leads to drug seizure
BEDFORD – An arrest warrant has been issued for Dennis Cody Mundy, 36, of Bedford, following an investigation that began with a reported overdose on…
Men’s shelter extends cooling center hours through Wednesday amidst extreme heat
BEDFORD – As the region continues to grapple with extreme heat, the Men’s Shelter, located at 1414 H Street, in Bedford, has announced extended hours of…
Indiana’s oldest festival, The 140th Odon Old Settlers Festival, kicks off July 31
ODON – Get ready for a week of tradition, entertainment, and community spirit as the 140th Odon Old Settlers Festival, recognized as Indiana’s oldest continuous…
