Prescribed fire season in progress on the Hoosier National Forest

BEDFORD â€” The USDA Forest Service conducts seasonal prescribed burning in the Hoosier National Forest this spring.  Prescribed fire is used to maintain, restore, or improve…

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Monroe County agencies prepare for 2024 total solar eclipse

MONROE CO. – The solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for the Indiana population. Agencies around Monroe County have come…

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Obituary: James N. West

June 14, 1943 – March 10, 2024 James N. West, 80, of Bedford, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024, in Sterling, VA. Born June…

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Obituary: Fleta A. Livingston

November 26, 1927 – March 12, 2024 Fleta A. Livingston, 96, of Bedford, passed away in Bloomington at 1:35 p.m. on Tuesday, March 12, 2024….

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Congresswoman Houchin introduces the Students Bill of Rights Act of 2024 to safeguard free speech on college campuses

WASHINGTON, D.C.  â€” Congresswoman Erin Houchin proudly announces the introduction of the Students Bill of Rights Act of 2024, legislation aimed at safeguarding the fundamental…

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Banks and Cotton introduce the Countering China’s Political Warfare Act 

WASHINGTON — Today, Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party Member Rep. Jim Banks introduced the Countering China’s Political Warfare Act, legislation to sanction any individual or…

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Report: Inflation crisis hurting Hoosier Households

WASHINGTON â€“ Today, the Joint Economic Committee released inflation reports for all 50 states. Indiana’s report found Hoosiers are still struggling under the weight of President…

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Skechers bracelet recalled due to high levels of lead, cadmium

INDIANA- A bracelet sold with Skechers Watch and Jewelry Gift Sets has been recalled. This recall involves the braided black bracelet part of a Skechers…

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The first annual NLCS Health and Wellness Event is happening Tuesday, March 19

LAWRENCE COUNTY—The first annual NLCS Health & Wellness Event is almost here. It will be held at Parkview Intermediate on Tuesday, March 19th, from 5:30…

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Lawrence County Solid Waste District facilities will be closed on Easter Sunday

BEDFORD – All Lawrence County Solid Waste District facilities will be closed on Easter Sunday, March 31, in observance of the holiday. This includes the…

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