INDOT concludes ProPEL Indy study, thanks public for guiding process

INDIANAPOLIS – After more than two years of collaboration across Indianapolis and surrounding communities, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has concluded its ProPEL Indy Planning and…

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President Trump designates Fentanyl a “Weapon of Mass Destruction” in new executive order

WASHINGTON D.C. — In a move that blends national security rhetoric with the ongoing battle against the opioid crisis, President Donald Trump signed an executive…

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Obituary: Jerry Scott Saunders

August 6, 1966 – December 10, 2025 Jerry Scott ‘Scott’ Saunders, 59, of Springville, passed away December 10, 2025, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in…

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Lawrence County officials tackle winter storm; Highway and EMA provide updates

BEDFORD – As Lawrence County emerges from a series of winter storms, county commissioners and department heads met Tuesday to address road safety, emergency responses,…

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Shawswick VFD requests $65K ambulance contract; Commissioners table vote over funding concerns

LAWRENCE CO. — The Shawswick Volunteer Fire Fighters Association, Inc. (SVFFA) presented a $65,000 annual contract to the Lawrence County Commissioners on Tuesday morning to…

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Campbellsburg couple arrested after infant exposed to illegal drugs

CAMPBELLSBURG — A husband and wife from Campbellsburg are facing felony charges following a nearly two-month investigation into the near-fatal drug exposure of their 10-month-old…

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Lawrence County Veterans urged to file for property tax deductions before year-end deadline

BEDFORD— As the 2025 calendar year draws to a close, Lawrence County Veterans Affairs Officer Brad Bough is issuing a final call during the commissioners…

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Lawrence County switches insurance providers to secure significant savings

BEDFORD – During Tuesday morning’s regular meeting, the Lawrence County Commissioners moved to change the county’s long-standing insurance provider, citing a substantial difference in cost…

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Indiana 211: Connecting Hoosiers to holiday support and essential resources  

INDIANA – As the holiday season approaches, Indiana 211 is reminding Hoosiers that help is only three digits away. Whether families are seeking holiday meals,…

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Bridgestone issues recall for Firestone Destination tires due to tread separation risk

INDIANA– Bridgestone Americas Tire Operation (BATO) has announced a safety recall affecting specific light vehicle tires, citing a manufacturing defect that could lead to tread…

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