Man charged with OWI after rear-end collision in Bedford

BEDFORD – A man from Osceola, Indiana, was arrested and charged with multiple counts of operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) after allegedly rear-ending a…

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Tee up for team Building: Orleans Chamber seeks teams and sponsors for annual golf scramble

ORLEANS — The Orleans Chamber of Commerce is calling all golfers, businesses, and organizations to register for its highly anticipated Annual Golf Scramble, set to…

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Classic cars to cruise into Orleans for Fall Fun Fest 2025 Car Show

ORLEANS — Gearheads, mark your calendars! The annual Orleans Fall Fun Fest is kicking off its 2025 celebration with a Car Show set for Saturday,…

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Kirkwood Library block returns to vehicle traffic and parking Friday, Oct. 3

BLOOMINGTON – The 300 block of East Kirkwood Avenue, which includes the Monroe County Public Library, will reopen to vehicles and parking on Friday, October 3,…

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StoneGate Center announces Digital Business CoWork Day

BEDFORD – The StoneGate Arts & Education Center is offering a networking day for remote workers. StoneGate is inviting local professionals who work remotely to…

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Reports from concerned citizen lands woman in jail on public intoxication and drug charges

MITCHEL – A Bedford woman was arrested early Monday morning, September 23, in Mitchell after a concerned resident reported a female walking erratically in the…

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Obituary: Mary Annette Bailey

October 23, 1942 – September 29, 2025 Mary Annette Bailey, 82, of Heltonville, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025, at Westview Nursing and Rehabilitation…

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Spaghetti on the Square raises record $41K for Bedford Men’s Warming Shelter

BEDFORD — A warm September evening and a spirit of generosity combined to make this year’s “Spaghetti on the Square” fundraiser the most successful yet…

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USDA updates mapping tool to simplify Child Nutrition Program eligibility for FY 2026

WASHINGTON D.C. – Federal officials have announced the release of updated data and an interactive mapping tool to help organizations determine area eligibility for the…

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Spooky fun ahead: BNL hosting annual Trunk-or-Treat for the community Oct. 25

BEDFORD — Bedford North Lawrence High School will host its annual Trunk-or-Treat on October 25, inviting families to enjoy an evening of costumes, candy, and…

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