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Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County opens registration for 2026-27 after-school programs
BEDFORD — Registration is now open for the Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County’s 2026-27 After School Program, providing students throughout Lawrence County with…
St. Mary’s in Mitchell to host Summer Festival, Chicken Dinner and Craft Fair on July 25
MITCHELL — St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church and Rectory will host its Summer Festival, Chicken Dinner and Craft Fair on Saturday, July 25,…
Senator Banks joins Secretary Collins at Steak ‘n Shake to announce new opportunities for veterans
FORT WAYNE – On Wednesday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins, Steak ‘n Shake, and Northeast Indiana veterans to announce a new public-private partnership to promote…
Beyond the Lungs: How smoking silently threatens your eyesight
INDIANA – While most people associate cigarette smoking with cardiovascular disease and lung damage, eye health experts warn that tobacco smoke poses an equally severe—yet…
Community Foundation Partnership – Lawrence County awards $94,352 in Boost and Impact Grants
BEDFORD — Local non-profit organizations, schools, first responders, and community groups across Lawrence County are receiving a major financial shot in the arm. The Community…
IDEM welcomes five new members to the Clean Community Program
INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) recently welcomed five new members into the Clean Community Program. IDEM recognizes these municipalities for their…
Household odors that point to hidden danger
INDIANA – While it is tempting to cover up an unexpected odor around the house with a scented candle or air freshener, home safety experts,…
Indiana State Police recovered over $11 million in stolen freight as cargo theft escalates nationwide
INDIANA — Cargo theft within the commercial vehicle industry has surged into an increasingly lucrative and sophisticated crime across the United States, prompting targeted enforcement…
Consumer Product Safety Commission issues safety warning over hidden dangers in hot tubs and spas
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Hot tubs and spas may offer a relaxing retreat, but federal officials warn that they carry serious, life-threatening hazards if proper safety…
Voting deadline nears for 2026 Indiana Early Literacy Firefly Award
INDIANA — Hoosier parents, caregivers, and young readers have until Friday, July 31, 2026, to cast their votes for the 2026 Indiana Early Literacy Firefly…
