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Lawrence County GOP to hold caucus for Mitchell city council vacancy
BEDFORD– The Lawrence County Republican Central Committee is set to convene a caucus on Thursday, October 10, to appoint a replacement for the vacated District…
Fatal head-on collision near Salem claims one life
WASHINGTON CO. – A tragic head-on collision on Monday afternoon claimed the life of a southern Indiana woman and left two others seriously injured. The…
2024 Becky Skillman Leadership Institute to feature iconic sports panel
BEDFORD— The upcoming 2024 Becky Skillman Leadership Institute promises to be a memorable event for Hoosiers. It features a panel of four legendary figures from…
The true story of the Three Little Pigs! comes to Waldron Auditorium this fall
BLOOMINGTON– Get ready for a whimsical retelling of a classic tale – “The True Story of the Three Little Pigs!” will be captivating audiences at…
Sheriff’s Department to purchase canine vehicle; inmates will have new communication system
BEDFORD – Lawrence County Sheriff Greg Day announced on Tuesday that a deal has been reached with Oolitic Town Marshal Ryan Duckett and town officials…
Lawrence County Burn Ban will lift Wednesday; Mock hazardous material exercise a success
BEDFORD—Emergency Management Director Valerie Luchauer told the Commissioners Tuesday morning that thanks to the recent rain storms, the burn ban will be lifted at Noon…
Highway crews preparing for winter, removing debris under bridges
LAWRENCE CO.— During a meeting with county commissioners on Tuesday morning, Lawrence County Highway Superintendent Brian Sowder provided an update on ongoing maintenance activities. He…
Classic Cars shine at WQRK and Bedford Parks Department 18th annual Car, Truck, and Bike Show
BEDFORD—The 2024 Car, Truck, and Bike Show presented by WQRK and the Bedford Parks Department was a roaring success last Saturday, September 21. Slick rides lined…
Flynn & Sons awarded bid for snow removal
BEDFORD—The Lawrence County Commissioners on Tuesday morning awarded Flynn & Sons Excavating & Paving the contract to remove snow from Courthouse Square, the Lawrence County…
Commissioners receive one bid for renovation project
BEDFORD— The Lawrence County Commissioners opened one bid Tuesday morning for the renovations at Circuit Court and Courthouse Plaza The project will focus on updating…
