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Oolitic Town Council announces executive session for economic development discussions
OOLITIC– The Oolitic Town Council has announced an Executive Session to be held on Thursday, May 8th, 2025, at 6:30 PM at the Oolitic Volunteer…
Grieving families, safety advocates demand lifesaving technology in cars to prevent child heatstroke deaths
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On National Heatstroke Prevention Day, a coalition of over 100 grieving families and the advocacy group Kids and Car Safety are intensifying…
Washington County man arrested in Kentucky on child molestation charges
SALEM – A Washington County man was apprehended in Louisville, Kentucky, on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, by Indiana State Police with assistance from the U.S….
Lawrence County Highway Department paving halted today due to weather
BEDFORD – Lawrence County Highway Department Superintendent Brian Sowder has announced that all paving operations scheduled for today have been canceled due to inclement weather…
New Family Quick Trips offer budget-friendly fun aboard the Spirit of Jasper train
JASPER – The Spirit of Jasper train is introducing a new series of “Family Quick Trips” this season, offering the perfect short and affordable excursions…
Rankings announced for 2025 Best Places to Work in Indiana
INDIANA— As an annual rite of spring, the Indiana Chamber of Commerce celebrates the Best Places to Work in Indiana companies. This year, rankings were revealed in five…
A statewide Silver Alert issued for missing Martinsville woman
MARTINSVILLE – A Statewide Silver Alert has been declared for a missing Martinsville woman. The Morgan County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the disappearance of Melinda…
Heroic citizen tackles gunman in Seymour Library shooting; 18-year-old charged
SEYMOUR – An 18-year-old man is in custody after allegedly walking into the Jackson County Public Library in Seymour on Wednesday afternoon and opening fire….
Thousands of ducks set to race at Lowery Pool in the annual Ugly Duck Derby to support Boys and Girls Club of Lawrence County
BEDFORD— Thousands of rubber ducks are preparing for a splashy showdown at the John Lowery Memorial Pool as the community gathers for the annual Ugly…
Martial Artists to compete in “Battle of the Stars” tournament in Bedford
BEDFORD — Martial artists from across the region will gather at Bedford North Lawrence Field House on Saturday, May 10, for the 2025 “Battle of…
