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Loogootee woman arrested after entering home uninvited, Police find her with methamphetamine
BEDFORD — A Loogootee woman who appeared highly disoriented and believed she was in a different county was arrested Monday night, June 22, 2026, after…
Indiana State Parks to host spectacular waterfront fireworks for the Fourth of July weekend
INDIANA — Hoosiers looking for a scenic backdrop to celebrate Independence Day have excellent choices at several Indiana State Parks, where dramatic fireworks displays will…
IDHS applications for $10K Fire Academy Training Support Grants deadline is June 30
INDIANA — Public safety entities across Indiana have one week left to secure critical funding to maintain and repair their training facilities and equipment. The…
Sparklight Awards $5,000 Grant to Hoosier Uplands for West Washington Elementary Literacy Program
WEST WASHINGTON — More local elementary students will soon have access to critical reading support, thanks to a $5,000 grant from Sparklight® awarded to the…
USDA investing up to $310M through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program to boost farm operations and conserve natural resources
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is putting Farmers First by investing up to $310 million to expand producer conservation activities across…
Mitchell woman facing multiple drug and driving charges after traffic stop
BEDFORD — A Mitchell woman was taken into custody on Wednesday, June 17th, following a traffic stop on State Road 37 that uncovered illegal drugs,…
DNR Scuba Team strengthens readiness for statewide underwater missions
INDIANA— Two Indiana Conservation Officers (ICOs) have completed a rigorous series of advanced public safety diving instructor programs, significantly boosting the operational readiness of the…
Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County releases May Impact Report: Serving over 600 area youth
BEDFORD — The Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County has officially released its May Impact Report, highlighting significant growth and robust community engagement as…
USDA announces rural leadership appointments
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins today announced a series of leadership appointments at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), including new roles…
Bedford Police uncover marijuana, meth pipe following warrant service at residence
BEDFORD — A routine attempt to serve an arrest warrant led to a secondary drug investigation and a request for a Bloomington-area woman’s arrest on…
