Obituary: Roy “Butch” Dean Passmore

February 21, 1947 – November 1, 2026 Roy “Butch” Dean Passmore, 79, passed away Sunday, November 1, 2026, at Springs Valley Meadows in French Lick….

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G.O.A.L. University brings healthy living lessons to Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County

LAWRENCE COUNTY — Members of the Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County are learning how to make healthier lifestyle choices through G.O.A.L. University, a…

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Indiana Youth Institute announces 2026 D. Susan Wisely Youth Worker of the Year

INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Youth Institute (IYI) is proud to announce Humberto “Beto” Delgado, Director of Arts and Culture at La Casa de Amistad, as the…

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WBIW.com provides precinct-by-precinct sample ballots for Lawrence County voters

BEDFORD — Voters across Lawrence County are casting their ballots today, Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the general election to decide local municipal and county…

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Bedford Recreation Foundation boosts local youth programs with Annual Claude Akins Memorial Golf Classic proceeds

BEDFORD — The Bedford Recreation Foundation presented several local youth and community organizations with financial contributions following another successful fundraising push through its annual golf…

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Indiana highlights Diabetes Awareness Month as nearly 12% of residents live with the condition

INDIANA — As November marks National Diabetes Awareness Month, health officials across the state are drawing attention to the prevalence of the condition, noting that…

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2026 Lawrence County General Election Results

BEDFORD – The following are the results of the 2026 Lawrence County General Election held on November 3rd, 2026. 7 out of 7 Voting Centers…

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Washington man arrested on arson charge as investigation into multiple town fires continues

WASHINGTON — A Washington man is behind bars following an investigation into a reported house fire in Washington. The Washington Police Department arrested 42-year-old Timothy…

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Purdue becomes first U.S. University to deploy Google’s Advanced AI Computing Technology

WEST LAFAYETTE — Purdue University is expanding its artificial intelligence research capabilities through a new collaboration with Google Public Sector, becoming the first university in…

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North Lawrence Community Schools launches facilities planning process and community feedback survey

BEDFORD — North Lawrence Community Schools (NLCS) leadership has initiated a district-wide educational facilities planning process aimed at addressing current district challenges and ensuring sustainable…

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