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American Heart Association unveils 2025 Indiana policy agenda to boost health and wellness for Hoosiers
INDIANA— As the 2025 Indiana legislative session begins its work this week, the American Heart Association, a global force for healthier lives for all, worked…
Bedford Police Pension Fund’s Board of Trustees will meet on Friday, January 17
BEDFORD – The Bedford Police Pension Fund’s Board of Trustees will meet on Friday, January 17, at 1:30 p.m. in the Bedford Police Department’s Training…
Bloomington officer injured after suspect rams police car in early morning pursuit
BLOOMINGTON – A Bloomington police officer was injured early Monday morning when a suspect allegedly rammed his patrol car head-on following reports of gunfire outside…
Health officials warn of surge in respiratory illnesses
INDIANA – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting a significant increase in respiratory illnesses nationwide, with multiple viruses circulating simultaneously as…
Bandana’s Bar & Grill teaming up with Lawrence County Special Olympics for fundraising event
BEDFORD – Bandana’s Bar & Grill is partnering with Lawrence County Special Olympics to host a special fundraising event on January 29, 2025. The restaurant…
The Lawrence County Health Department has free radon test kits available while supplies last
LAWRENCE COUNTY- The Lawrence County Health Department is making radon testing kits available free to the public. Kits are available in the Lawrence County Health…
North Lawrence Community Schools launches January edition of STAR BLAST newsletter
BEDFORD – North Lawrence Community Schools (NLCS) is excited to introduce its new district-wide newsletter, STAR BLAST, to keep the community connected and informed about…
Schneck Medical Center implements new visitor restrictions amid rise in respiratory infections
SEYMOUR– Schneck Medical Center in Seymour has announced new visitor restrictions starting today, Wednesday, responding to a recent increase in respiratory infections within the community….
City of Bedford building permits issued in December 2024
BEDFORD- The following are the building permits issued by the City of Bedford in December 2024: Commercial Residential Demolition
Fire in Columbus causes extensive damage, kills family cat
COLUMBUS – A fire in the Heron Cove Neighborhood of Columbus Tuesday afternoon caused more than $150,000 in damages to a home, tragically killing one…
