Illinois-Based R.P. Lumber acquires Bender Lumber, expands Indiana footprint

INDIANA — In a significant move for the Southern Indiana building industry, R.P. Lumber Co., Inc. has officially finalized the acquisition of Bender Lumber, a…

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Spring shore fishing: Chasing Indiana’s spawning walleye

INDIANA — As the winter ice retreats and water temperatures climb into the 40s, one of Indiana’s most anticipated fishing windows is about to open….

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Indiana DNR announces recruitment drive for conservation officers

INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Division of Law Enforcement is officially scouting for a new wave of Indiana Conservation Officers. The…

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Registration for “Becoming an Outdoors-Woman” Workshop opens March 1

WEST LAFAYETTE — Women looking to trade their screens for the great outdoors can soon claim their spot at the annual Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW)…

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Indiana Supreme Court denies Jackson County Judge’s budget mandate review

SEYMOUR — The Indiana Supreme Court has officially ended a long-running budget dispute between the Jackson Circuit Court and the Jackson County Council. On February…

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Homeless woman arrested after allegedly breaking into Bedford residence

BEDFORD — A Bedford woman is facing felony and misdemeanor charges after police say she shattered a window to enter a residence where she was…

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Police Log: February 24, 2026

Bedford Police Department Incidents – February 23 Incidents – February 22 Accidents – February 23 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Incidents – February 24 Incidents –…

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Culvert replacement to close East Grissom Road again today

BEDFORD — Commuters in Lawrence County should prepare for continued roadwork as the Lawrence County Highway Department extends the closure of E. Grissom Road for…

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Load management? Busy Braves tap energy reserves to pull away from BNL for 78-55 victory

By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BROWNSTOWN – The new term among the NBA millionaires is “load management.” That refers to resting healthy players at certain points…

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Obituary: John J. Elkins

August 14, 1932 – February 22, 2026 John J. Elkins, 93, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026. He was born on August…

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