Obituary: Scott Alan Wade

Scott Alan Wade, 51, of Mitchell, transcended from this plane of existence to the next, surrounded by his loved ones on August 28, 2025.  Scott…

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When bootstraps aren’t enough: How to support your child when old school methods don’t work

Many parents have heard phrases like “Pull yourself up by your bootstraps” or “Just try harder” when it comes to helping children succeed. These sayings…

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Closure planned on State Road 203 near Lexington in Scott County to last into October

SCOTT COUNTY – Indiana Department of Transportation contractor E&B Paving, Inc., is scheduled to close State Road 203 just south of Lexington on or after Monday,…

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Orange County state legislators participate in White House Leadership Conference

STATEHOUSE – State Reps. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty) and Chris May (R-Bedford) recently attended the White House State Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C. The conference was an…

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Mitchell to host city-wide garage sale Sept. 20

MITCHELL — The Greater Mitchell Chamber of Commerce will sponsor the city-wide garage sale on Saturday, Sept. 20. Residents who wish to have their address…

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Registration extended for 4-H Shooting Sports instructor training

WEST LAFAYETTE — Purdue Extension has extended the registration deadline for the Indiana 4-H Shooting Sports Instructor Training until August 29. The training, scheduled for…

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Intro to musical keyboards for adults course at StoneGate begins Sept. 15

BEDFORD – An introductory six-week music keyboard course for adults will be held at the StoneGate Arts & Education Center in Bedford, Indiana, starting Monday,…

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Bloomington Parks and Recreation announces Leslie Brinson as Recreation Services Division Director

BLOOMINGTON – Bloomington Parks and Recreation is proud to announce the appointment of Leslie Brinson as the new Recreation Services Division Director, effective Aug. 18. With…

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Bridge 107 over Spring Creek reopens after repairs

BEDFORD — Bridge 107 on Armstrong Station Road has reopened following structural repairs and inspection, the Lawrence County Highway Department announced. The historic bridge, which…

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Bedford announces automated compost truck service

BEDFORD — The City of Bedford introduced an automated compost truck to improve efficiency and provide daily yard waste collection. The automated system will now…

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