Judge sentences man to prison after committing new crimes

BEDFORD – Thomas J. Nolen, 34, of Washington, Indiana, has been ordered to serve 768 days in the Indiana Department of Corrections. This decision by…

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Obituary: Donald ‘Donnie’ Crane Jr.

Donald ‘Donnie’ Crane Jr., 79, of Judah, Indiana, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2025. Donnie was a 1964 graduate of Oolitic High School. Donnie married…

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Jackson County Fair kicks off today, Presley Hampton crowned queen

BROWNSTOWN – The 2025 Jackson County Fair officially opens its gates today, Monday, July 26, bringing a week of agricultural showcases, entertainment, and community celebration…

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Study finds Indiana ranks sixth nationally for highest SSI benefits per recipient

INDIANA – A new study conducted by  Simmrin Law Group reveals that Indiana provides the sixth-highest average Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payout per recipient among all…

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Groundbreaking held for Oak Street Village: New apartments and childcare coming to Loogootee

LOOGOOTEE – A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Friday for Oak Street Village, a new development poised to enhance housing and childcare options in Loogootee…

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Woman arrested after accusations of using shock collars, removing toenails, and burning her children

PAOLI – The Paoli Police Department arrested Rachelle Lynn McCarter Kitchell on a felony arrest warrant issued by the Sullivan Circuit Court on Friday, July 18….

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Daviess Community Hospital sustains water damage during severe storm

WASHINGTON – Daviess Community Hospital experienced water damage on Thursday following a severe storm that impacted the area. The majority of the damage was concentrated…

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INDOT announces significant changes to Community Crossings Matching Grant program and federal funding requirements

INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) today released crucial updates affecting all recipients of U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) funding, along with substantial…

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Hope Resource Center to host annual Hope Rally and Live Auction

BEDFORD – The Hope Resource Center is excited to announce its annual Hope Rally and Live Auction event, scheduled for Saturday, August 9th, at 6:00…

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Police Log: July 21, 2025

Bedford Police Department Arrests – July 20 Incidents – July 20 Incidents – July 19 Accidents – July 20 Accidents – July 19 Lawrence County…

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