Step-by-step workshop to help aspiring entrepreneurs launch their own businesses

FRENCH LICK – Aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners are invited to take the next step toward turning an idea into reality at an upcoming…

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IDEM accepting applications and nominations for the 2026 Governor’s Awards for Environmental Excellence

INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Environmental Management announced today it is taking applications and nominations for the 2026 Governor’s Awards for Environmental Excellence. This…

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Obituary: Linda Andis

Linda Darlene (May) Andis, 81, of Bedford, passed from this life and into the loving arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, January 8,…

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Police Log: January 9, 2026

Bedford Police Department Incidents- January 8 Incidents- January 7 Accidents- January 8 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests- January 8 Incidents- January 9 Incidents- January 8

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Oakland City will award $144,000 in scholarships

OAKLAND CITY – Oakland City University (OCU) is proud to serve as the sponsor of Faith Night with the Evansville Thunderbolts on January 23. As…

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Oolitic Town Hall to close for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

OOLITIC — Town officials have announced that Oolitic Town Hall will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr….

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Safety Alert: Evenflo recalls All4One child seats due to crash and injury risks

INDIANA — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a safety recall for approximately 67,416 Evenflo All4One child seats due to a mechanical…

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BNL celebrates Senior Night with win over East

BEDFORD – Bedford North Lawrence celebrated Senior Night with a dominating 131-11 victory over Columbus East during girls high school swimming action on Thursday night….

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Stars make most of short time on the mat with rivalry victory over Mitchell

By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com MITCHELL – For its brevity, with only five of the 14 weight classes contested, Bedford North Lawrence’s victory in the annual…

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Obituary: Ronald “Ronnie” Speer

Ronnie Speer, 78, of Bedford, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Born June 25, 1947, he was the son of Wilburn Speer and Mary…

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