Obituary: Reverend Marcella J. Childers Pancoast

January 19, 1932 – June 28, 2025 Reverend Marcella J. (Childers) Pancoast, of Grand Blanc, Michigan, 93, went to be with her LordSaturday, June 28,…

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Fireworks Guide lights the way for Fourth of July celebrations across Southern Indiana

BEDFORD— As Independence Day festivities draw near, WBIW is helping local residents plan their holiday by pointing them to a central hub for fireworks show…

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Mitchell community gathers for Marion Township Rural Fire Department open house

MITCHELL — On Saturday, June 28, the Marion Township Rural Fire Department opened its doors to the community for a highly attended and informative Open…

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Spirit of Jasper announces more family quick trips this July

JASPER – The popular Spirit of Jasper train is bringing back its Family Quick Trips this July, offering an ideal, budget-friendly activity for families and…

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Rumpke issues fireworks safety warning ahead of Independence Day

MEDORA– As Independence Day celebrations approach, Rumpke Waste & Recycling is urging residents to exercise caution and properly dispose of fireworks and other potentially flammable…

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Martin County Council on Aging to host Elvis tribute fundraiser for senior meals

LOOGOOTEE — The Martin County Council on Aging (MCCA) will host a special spaghetti dinner and concert fundraiser on Saturday, August 2nd, to support its…

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Bedford Community Band to host free Independence Day concert

BEDFORD — The Bedford Community Band invites residents to a free Independence Day performance this Friday, July 4th, at 5:30 p.m. at the Thornton Park…

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Former Lawrence County Auditor Jessica Staggs to plead guilty

BEDFORD â€” Former Lawrence County Auditor Jessica Staggs is set to change her plea to guilty on August 12. Staggs was initially arrested on August 12, 2024, facing one…

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Obituary: Jerry Lawrence Rainey

September 5, 1943 – June 29, 2025 Jerry Lawrence Rainey, 81, of Bedford, passed away at 11:45 pm on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at his…

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Senator Banks praises President Trump’s U.S. attorney nominees for Indiana

WASHINGTON, D.C.- On Monday, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) released a statement following President Trump’s nomination of Adam Mildred to be United States Attorney for the Northern…

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