John Lowry Municipal Pool announces adult lap swimming schedule and fees
BEDFORD – John Lowry Municipal Pool has announced its schedule and fees for adult lap swimming for the 2025 pool season. Adult lap swimming will…
Bloomington transit launches new on-demand micro-transit service, BLink
BLOOMINGTON—Bloomington Transit launched its new on-demand micro-transit service, BLink, on Monday, June 2. Similar to ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft, BLink is integrated into…
Former BNL star Jorie Allen invited to Team USA tryouts – in totally unexpected sport
By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – The text from DePaul women’s basketball coach Jill Pizzotti started with the line “You’re not going to believe this,”…
Police continue to search for missing teen
PERRY CO. – Multiple police agencies and first responders are still searching for a 19-year-old male who goes by Nikhil “Nick” Sood. Nick has been missing…
State Comptroller Nieshalla calls on SEC to investigate delisting Chinese companies
STATEHOUSE — State Comptroller Elise Nieshalla joined a coalition of state financial officers from across the country urging the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)…
Switchyard Park debuts city’s first tactile map in step toward greater accessibility
BLOOMINGTON—Parks and Recreation will unveil the city’s first tactile map at Switchyard Park on June 13, marking a significant step forward in making city parks more accessible…
Bedford man faces meth and drug paraphernalia charges following search of his home
BEDFORD – A Bedford man on house arrest through Martin County is facing charges of possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia after a home search…
MHS Cheer to host “Journey Through the Jungle” summer clinic for young explorers
MITCHELL – The Mitchell High School (MHS) Cheerleaders are inviting young “explorers” from Pre-K through 5th grade to a three-day “Journey Through the Jungle” at…
Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department faces staffing shortage, increased workload
LAWRENCE CO. – Lawrence County Sheriff Greg Day informed the commissioners on Tuesday morning that the Sheriff’s Department is currently operating with a significant staffing…
Duke Energy grant boosts weather radio access for vulnerable Lawrence County residents
LAWRENCE CO. – Thanks to a generous $5,500 grant from Duke Energy, Lawrence County Emergency Management is expanding its program to provide free weather radios…
