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Emergency Road Closure: Large sinkhole reported on Budd Stipp Road
BEDFORD — Lawrence County motorists are advised to seek alternate routes as a section of Budd Stipp Road has been shut down for emergency repairs….
Lawrence County Ministerial Alliance to host community Good Friday service in Bedford
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Ministerial Alliance will host a community-wide Good Friday service on Friday, April 3, inviting residents of all denominations to come…
Barefoot man restrained after obstructing US 50 East traffic
BEDFORD – A 33-year-old Bedford man is facing multiple charges after allegedly walking shirtless and barefoot into traffic on a major highway and later scuffling…
White River Humane Society to host “Bone Appetit” fundraiser
BEDFORD — The White River Humane Society (WRHS) has announced its upcoming “Bone Appetit: Building a Brighter Future” fundraiser, scheduled for Saturday, April 25, 2026….
Shawswick Farmers PTO to host school carnival on April 17
BEDFORD — The Shawswick Farmers PTO is inviting the community to “step right up” for a school carnival on Friday, April 17, 2026. The event…
Simon Property Group President and CEO David Simon passes away at 64
INDIANA – Simon Property Group announced Monday the passing of its President and CEO, David Simon. The Indianapolis-based real estate giant confirmed that Simon died…
Indiana state employees face second year of pay freezes amid $5 billion surplus
INDIANA — For the second consecutive year, Indiana’s state workforce will receive no base pay increases, a decision confirmed by state officials despite a massive…
Man arrested after passing out on Walgreens display; trespassed from store
BEDFORD – A homeless man well-known to local authorities was arrested Saturday afternoon after employees at a local Walgreens found him incapacitated on a store…
Mitchell library to host discussion on native plants and invasive species
MITCHELL — The Mitchell Community Public Library will host an educational presentation on native cultivars and invasive species on Thursday, April 23, 2026. The event…
Sagamore Institute report warns of “Failure to Launch” for young Hoosier men
INDIANA — A sobering new report from the Sagamore Institute, titled “Failure to Launch,” warns that young men in Indiana are struggling to transition into…
