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Lawrence County Commissioners review animal control ordinance, eye state law conflicts
BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Commissioners convened a special meeting Tuesday morning to examine the county’s animal control ordinance, with Sheriff Greg Day, Judge Robert…
Mitchell woman blames fatigue for alleged Walmart theft
BEDFORD – A Mitchell woman was arrested Saturday afternoon after allegedly attempting to leave the Bedford Walmart without paying for nearly $1,000 worth of merchandise….
Lawrence County pursues Next Generation 911 upgrade; Lauds Warming Shelter’s heat wave efforts
BEDFORD – Lawrence County is moving towards a significant upgrade of its emergency communication infrastructure, with Emergency Management Director Valerie Luchauer leading the initiative to…
Bunkum Valley Roofing awarded contract for Lawrence County Health Department roof replacement
BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Commissioners have approved a bid from Bunkum Valley Roofing of Odon, Indiana, for $113,403 to replace the flat roof at…
Lawrence County Highway Department grapples with repairs or replacement of historic bridge that remains closed
BEDFORD – Lawrence County Highway Superintendent Brian Sowder is leading a concentrated effort to tackle substantial bridge repairs. A critical priority for the Highway Department…
School bells to ring next week: Drivers urged to exercise caution for returning students
BEDFORD – The summer break is nearing its end for thousands of students across Southern Indiana, with classrooms set to welcome pupils back next week….
Bedford traffic stop spirals: Drunk driver resists arrest, threatens officers at hospital
BEDFORD – A Mitchell man was arrested on Friday evening, July 25, 2025, after an alleged incident of erratic driving, signs of intoxication, and resisting…
IU Health Mobile Lung Screening Unit coming to Martin County on Monday, August 4
SHOALS – Residents of Martin County will have convenient access to potentially life-saving lung cancer screenings when IU Health’s mobile lung screening unit visits on…
Lane restriction on I-65 southbound in Jackson County for signage inspection today
SEYMOUR – Motorists traveling southbound on I-65 in Jackson County should anticipate a lane closure today, as Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) crews conduct routine…
Volunteers needed for Weed Wrangles to combat invasive plants in Bloomington parks
BLOOMINGTON – Nature enthusiasts and community-minded individuals are invited to participate in “Weed Wrangles – Invasive Plant Awareness Days,” a series of volunteer events aimed…
