Lawrence County Commissioners approves agreement to update Emergency GIS System

LAWRENCE CO. — The Lawrence County Commissioners on Tuesday morning approved a consulting agreement with Crossroads GIS Solutions Inc. to update and maintain the county’s…

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Woman killed, two hurt in mobile home explosion in Salem

SALEM — A mobile home explosion in Salem early Monday morning has left one woman dead and two other individuals hospitalized with burns. The family…

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Fatal house fire under investigation in Patoka

PATOKA — A deadly house fire that was reported as involving entrapment is currently under investigation in Gibson County, Indiana. The incident occurred just before…

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First Financial Bank awards $18,500 in grants to Bloomington organizations

BLOOMINGTON – First Financial Bank (Nasdaq: FFBC) and the First Financial Foundation have announced $18,500 in grants to two Bloomington organizations, reaffirming the bank’s commitment…

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Police Log: October 21, 2025

Bedford Police Department Arrests – October 20 Incidents – October 20 Incidents – October 19 Accidents – October 20 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…

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Take a Slice Out of Homelessness

BEDFORD — Every Tuesday, a slice of pie can make a big difference for local women and children in need. Mamma’s & Pappa’s restaurant, located…

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School bus crash in Bartholomew County injures student

BARTHOLOMEW CO. — A multi-vehicle crash involving a school bus in Columbus left one student with a minor injury Monday afternoon. The incident occurred at…

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Mitchell woman damages home health aide’s vehicle, charges made

MITCHELL— A Mitchell woman is facing criminal charges after allegedly damaging a vehicle belonging to her home health care aide following a dispute over cigarettes….

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Branchville Correctional Facility mourns the loss of K-9 Spartacus, dedicated protection dog

BRANCHVILLE— The Branchville Correctional Facility’s K-9 team is grieving a profound loss following the unexpected passing of K-9 Spartacus on Friday, a beloved and dedicated…

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Bloomington Rail Trail temporarily closed at Rogers Street for road crossing improvements

BLOOMINGTON—The City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department is temporarily closing the Bloomington Rail Trail at the Rogers Street crossing to construct accessibility and safety…

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