Lawrence County commissioners approve security upgrades and equipment sharing agreement

BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Commissioners moved forward with two key resolutions during their Tuesday morning session, focusing on inter-agency cooperation and enhanced security for…

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Planting Season Warning: Police urge caution as farm equipment hits rural roads

LAWRENCE COUNTY — As the spring planting season ramps up across Southern Indiana, local law enforcement and state officials are issuing an urgent reminder to…

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Classic country and rock favorites “Last Call” to perform at the 2026 Dogwood Festival

ORLEANS — The 2026 Orleans Dogwood Festival has added a high-energy addition to its evening entertainment lineup, bringing a blend of seasoned expertise and fresh…

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Protection order violation leads to Mitchell man’s arrest

MITCHELL — A man is behind bars following a late-night confrontation with Mitchell Police officers at a residence on East Grissom Avenue. David Micheli, 59,…

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Purdue Extension offers free diagnostics, resources for Indiana cut flower growers

INDIANA — Indiana cut flower growers have an opportunity to access free diagnostics and research-based support through a new initiative from Purdue University’s Extension program….

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Lawrence County Redevelopment Commission to review TIF Reports and Shell Building progress

BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Redevelopment Commission is scheduled to convene this week to discuss several key economic development projects and financial reports essential to…

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Lawrence County secures over $800,000 in state funding for road paving projects

LAWRENCE COUNTY — Several key transit corridors in Lawrence County are slated for a total overhaul following the announcement of a significant state grant aimed…

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Lawrence County responders conduct major medical evacuation exercise at Mitchell Manor

MITCHELL — Local emergency crews recently completed a rigorous two-phase training exercise designed to test the county’s ability to safely evacuate a medical facility during…

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Traffic stop leads to felony drug arrest north of Mitchell

MITCHELL— A routine traffic stop for a missing registration plate resulted in felony drug charges for a Mitchell man Friday afternoon after a Lawrence County…

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Specialty crops acreage reporting deadline for 2025 is now April 24

INDIANA – The USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced the agency is reopening the 2025 crop acreage reporting period required for specialty crop producers who want to apply for the Assistance for…

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