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Area students selected to advance in National History Day state contest
INDIANA — The Indiana Historical Society (IHS) proudly announces that a group of Indiana students has been selected to advance to the National History Day in…
Earth Hour promotes energy conservation, Bloomington offers Earth Day rain barrels and compost bins
BLOOMINGTON— Earth Hour approaches on March 22nd, with lights out from 8 to 9 p.m. The Waste Reduction District and the City of Bloomington are partnering…
Stumphole Bridge Road closed today for pipe replacement
MITCHELl – Motorists traveling on Stumphole Bridge Road are advised of a temporary road closure scheduled for Tuesday, March 12th. Lawrence County Highway Department crews…
U.S. Department of Education announces major workforce reduction
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Education is undergoing a significant workforce reduction, with nearly 50% of its staff being cut. This move comes as…
Shoals to bridge digital divide with public hotspots
SHOALS – Shoals has secured a $26,500 grant from Regional Opportunity Initiatives (ROI) to establish public internet hotspots, addressing the digital divide for underserved residents….
Dunlop GPR-300F motorcycle tires recalled due to potential failure
INDIANA– Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. (Sumitomo) has issued a recall for certain Dunlop GPR-300F motorcycle tires due to a manufacturing defect that could lead to…
Learn all about the invasive Callery Pear tree and how to treat it
BEDFORD- Learn about the invasive Callery Pear tree at a free class on March 13th from 2 to 3 p.m. at StoneGate Arts and Education…
South Lawrence Utilities announces water main valve replacement, potential service disruptions
MITCHELL—South Lawrence Utilities has announced that it will conduct essential maintenance on its water main system on March 12. This work involves replacing a valve…
Pleasant Run VFD seeks funding for vital safety equipment
LAWRENCE CO.– Volunteer fire departments are the backbone of community safety, protecting 87% of communities nationwide. These dedicated volunteers, representing 65% of the country’s firefighting…
North Lawrence Community Schools Board of Trustees to hold public work session on March 27
BEDFORD – The North Lawrence Community Schools Board of School Trustees will hold a public work session on Thursday, March 27. The work session will…
