Obituary: George W. Payne

George W. Payne, 64, of Loogootee, passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Sycamore Care Strategies in Loogootee. Born August 25, 1961, in Washington,…

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Burris Elementary to host Fourth Grade Recorder Showcase on March 26

BEDFORD — Burris Elementary School will host its Fourth Grade Recorder Showcase on Thursday, March 26, offering families a chance to hear students perform and…

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Traffic stop for erratic driving leads to drug and OWI charges

BEDFORD – A late-night patrol on January 30 led to the arrest of a local man after Bedford Police observed him driving erratically near a…

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Indiana House Committee passes “Bell-to-Bell” school cellphone ban

INDIANA — A stricter statewide crackdown on digital distractions in the classroom is one step closer to reality. On Wednesday, February 11, the Indiana House…

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Daviess County Council approves $60,000 to combat chronic algae at West Boggs Park

WASHINGTON — The Daviess County Council has greenlit a major investment in the long-term health of one of the region’s most vital recreation hubs. The…

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Martin County Raiders revived: Youth Football returns

LOOGOOTEE — After a hiatus that left a void in local youth athletics, football is officially returning to the gridiron in Martin County. Aaron Johnson,…

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Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra sets the stage for Valentine’s Day and three weeks of monumental music with Music Director Jun Märkl 

INDIANAPOLIS—This Valentine’s Day season, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra invites audiences to make music part of their celebration with a three-week span of immersive, emotionally powerful…

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Indiana State Library unveils “The Business of Archives” in upcoming Lunch and Learn

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Library has announced the latest installment of its 2026 Lunch and Learn series, offering a rare glimpse into the commercial…

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Indiana Forage Council to host hay safety webinar

The Indiana Forage Council will host a webinar titled “From Bale to Blacktop: Preventing Hay-Related Road Hazards” on Feb. 23, 2026, at 6 p.m. The…

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Inmate faces felony charges after assaulting female jail sergeant

BEDFORD — A Mitchell man is facing additional felony charges following a violent altercation inside the Lawrence County Jail early Monday morning. The Lawrence County…

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