IU suspends all social, philanthropy events for Greek life chapters following hazing incidents

BLOOMINGTON — Indiana University has issued a wide-ranging ban prohibiting fraternities and sororities affiliated with the Interfraternity Council from hosting nearly all social and group…

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Police Log: November 17, 2025

Bedford Police Department Incidents: November 16 Incidents: November 15 Accidents: November 16 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests: November 17 Arrests: November 16 Incidents: November 17…

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Doritos and Cheetos go NKD: Snack giants launch dye-free versions, no more orange fingers

Doritos and Cheetos Go ‘NKD’: Snack Giants Launch Dye-Free Versions, Signaling End to Signature Orange Color By Charlotte Maracina NATIONAL — Two of America’s most…

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Help us feed local families: STUFF A BUS for L.I.F.E. Food Pantry returns November 22

BEDFORD — For families in Lawrence County, the difference between going to bed hungry and having a full pantry often comes down to the generosity…

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Former Lawrence County and Oolitic Auditor pleads guilty to official misconduct, ordered to pay $124,760 in restitution

BEDFORD — Former Lawrence County Auditor Jessica Staggs has pleaded guilty to official misconduct, a Level 6 felony, stemming from her tenure as the Clerk-Treasurer…

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Mitchell Chamber encourages local shops to join Annual Christmas Downtown Celebration

MITCHELL — The City of Mitchell and Mitchell Parks and Recreation will host a full slate of Christmas events on Saturday, Dec. 13, culminating in…

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The Lawrence County Comissioners will meet Nov. 18, see the agenda here

BEDFORD – Lawrence County Commissioners will meet on Tuesday, November 18, at 9:30 a.m. at the Lawrence County courthouse. The agenda for the meeting is…

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BNL seeking its place in the hierarchy with tough test against 4A No.7 Bloomington South

By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Four season-opening wins, three on the road and two by mercy-rule blowouts, have restored Bedford North Lawrence’s cracked confidence…

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Police Log: November 17, 2025

Bedford Police Department Arrests: November 16 Incidents: November 16 Accidents: November 16 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests: November 16 Arrests: November 15 Incidents: November 16…

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Brimstone fires up Stars as second-half run powers BNL to 51-17 win over Mitchell

By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – For the first time in his brief, four-game coaching career, Chase Spreen spewed a little halftime venom. He’s undoubtedly…

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