Orleans urges resident cooperation in mosquito control efforts

ORLEANS – The Town of Orleans is reminding residents to actively participate in mosquito control efforts to enhance general public health and safety. The town…

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Police find vehicle stopped in roadway, OWI charges made

BEDFORD – A Bedford man was arrested early Tuesday morning on charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) and OWI per se after his…

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Recall issued for Michelin CrossClimate 2 Tires due to missing DOT symbol

INDIANA – Centropneus SRL (Centropneus) has initiated a recall for certain Michelin CrossClimate 2 tires, size 255/60R18 112V XL. The recall is due to the…

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UPDATE: Closure planned on U.S. 31 in Jackson County

JACKSON CO. – Indiana Department of Transportation contractor E&B Paving, Inc., is scheduled to close U.S. 31 over Lewis Branch on or after Monday, July 28,…

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Houchin files resolution, calls out Democrat Epstein stunt

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Thursday, Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09) announced the introduction of a resolution calling on the Department of Justice to release the Epstein files…

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Family seeks cards for beloved former librarian Sandra Bartlett

BEDFORD – The family of Mrs. Sandra Bartlett, a cherished former librarian who dedicated over four decades to educating children in Lawrence County schools, is…

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Summer Lunch Rush announces newest batch of winners

BEDFORD – The “Summer Lunch Rush” promotion, organized by WQRK, WBIW, and LiteFM, has announced its latest set of winners following Wednesday’s event at the…

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Obituary: Harlan Troyer

June 11, 2025 – July 15, 2025 Harlan Troyer, of Heltonville, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at his residence. Born June 11, 2025,…

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Police Log: July 18, 2025

Bedford Police Department Arrests – July 17 Incidents – July 17 Incidents – July 16 Accidents – July 17 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…

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Lawrence County Economic Growth Council earns national recognition for rural workforce innovation at Federal Reserve Bank’s Summit

LAWRENCE CO. – Lawrence County has garnered national attention for its innovative rural workforce programs, with Joe Timbrook, Director of Career Development for the Lawrence…

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