Reckless driving violation leads to an arrest for an altered firearm
WAYNE CO. – On Sunday, June 2, 2024, a trooper from the Indiana State Police Post discovered a Richmond resident had an altered firearm after…
Hoosiers celebrate a century of bold hearts and bold commitments with the American Heart Association
INDIANA — June 10 marks the 100th birthday of the American Heart Association, the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and…
Lawrence County veteran population falling, benefits increase
BEDFORD— Lawrence County is the 34th largest county in the state by population and 26th in veterans living there. Lawrence County Veterans Affair Officer Brad…
Obituary: Rickie ‘Rick’ Allen Blocksom
October 29, 1948 – June 3, 2024 Rickie ‘Rick’ Allen Blocksom, 75, of Mitchell, passed away Monday, June 3, 2024, at his residence. Born October…
Obituary: Robert Franklin Hudson Jr.
January 24, 1957 – June 3, 2024 Robert Franklin Hudson, Jr., 67, of Bedford, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024. Born January 24, 1957,…
Commissioners address security issues at Courthouse Plaza
BEDFORD— The Lawrence County Commissioners signed a contract with Hicom Inc. to fix the security doors at Superior Court I at Courthouse Plaza. The cost…
Commissioners enter contract to find errors and overcharges in bills
BEDFORD— On Tuesday morning, approve a contract with Espy Services for a Telecom Expense Review. The company finds errors and overcharges in bills. Tony Butz…
Emergency Management preparing plans in the event of disasters
BEDFORD— Emergency Management Director Valerie Luchauer reported during the commissioner’s meeting Tuesday that Lawrence County will be prepared for a tornado, flooding, hazardous spills, infectious…
80th Anniversary of D-Day celebration Thursday
BEDFORD – June 6, 2024, is the 80th Anniversary of D-Day, and Lawrence County Veterans Affairs Officer Brad Bough is hosting a D-Day celebration at…
A deputy spots a wanted male who threw a quarter pound of meth from a vehicle window
SEYMOUR – Two Seymour men were arrested after police seized more than a quarter pound of methamphetamine during a traffic stop on Sunday. According to…
