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Pekin man killed in Thanksgiving morning shooting; Suspect charged with reckless homicide
PEKIN — Indiana State Police (ISP) detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Thanksgiving morning, resulting in the death of a 26-year-old Pekin…
Mitchell Chamber encourages local shops to join Annual Christmas Downtown Celebration
MITCHELL — The City of Mitchell and Mitchell Parks and Recreation will host a full slate of Christmas events on Saturday, Dec. 13, culminating in…
National FFA opens 2025-26 Scholarship Application, offers nearly $2.5 million in aid
INDIANA—The National FFA Organization has officially launched the application period for its 2025-26 scholarship program, making nearly $2.5 million in financial assistance available to students…
Firefighters urge homeowners: Clean your chimney yearly to prevent deadly fires
LAWRENCE CO. — As temperatures drop and homeowners prepare to ignite their wood-burning stoves and fireplaces, local firefighters are issuing a critical safety warning: clean…
Live reindeer coming to Bedford for Christmas Around the Square
BEDFORD — A touch of the North Pole is making its way to downtown Bedford. Families can meet live reindeer on Saturday, Dec. 6, from…
Christmas Tour of Homes set for Dec. 7 to support local cancer patients
BEDFORD — Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services will host its annual Christmas Tour of Homes on Sunday, Dec. 7, offering residents a festive chance to…
L.I.F.E. to host 32nd Annual Christmas Fantasia fundraiser Saturday Dec. 6
BEDFORD — Lawrence InterFaith Endeavor (L.I.F.E.) will hold its 32nd Annual Christmas Fantasia at the Lawrence County 4-H Fairgrounds, 11265 U.S. Highway 50 W. Doors…
Indiana DNR brings back ‘Happy Little (Virtual) 5K’ for 2026
INDIANA—The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Indiana Natural Resources Foundation (INRF) have opened registration for the fourth annual Happy Little (Virtual) 5K,…
Record drug seizure in Lawrence County: Three arrested in major methamphetamine dealing bust
LAWRENCE CO. — A multi-agency investigation culminating in a high-speed pursuit and the execution of search warrants has resulted in the largest seizure of methamphetamine…
Protect Your Wallet: How to avoid holiday cyber scams this Christmas
INDIANA – Consumers are advised to be highly vigilant this holiday season, as new data reveals a sharp increase in financial losses due to fraud….
