New Indiana law eases cigar sales and creates opportunities for designated smoking rooms

INDIANA — Governor Mike Braun’s recent signing of HEA 1468 introduces significant changes for tobacco sales certificate holders and certain alcoholic beverage permittees in Indiana,…

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Up to $100K available from IDEM Community Recycling Grant Program

INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) today announced the availability of grant funding for recycling and household hazardous waste (HHW) collection and…

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Attorney General Todd Rokita secures protections for Hoosiers’ DNA amid 23andMe bankruptcy 

INDIANA – Attorney General Todd Rokita continued his leadership in the fight to hold tech companies accountable for consumer privacy today, announcing that the entity…

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Nominations open for Bedford Young Professionals “4 Under 40” Awards

BEDFORD – The Bedford Young Professionals (BYP) are calling on the community to recognize Lawrence County’s emerging leaders by submitting nominations for their prestigious “4…

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New laws for Indiana

INDIANA –  In July, several new laws will take effect in Indiana. State Reps. Chris May (R-Bedford) and Dave Heine (R-Fort Wayne) highlight a few…

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Twelve Indiana artists receive micro-support grants to support creative careers 

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) announced today that 12 Indiana artists have received micro-support grants through the Work In Progress Exchange Labs program….

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Police Log: July 2, 2025

Bedford Police Department Arrests – July 1 Incidents – July 1 Incidents – June 30 Accidents – July 1 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…

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Obituary: Gayle Ann Gibson

Gayle Ann Gibson, 67, of Springville, passed away at her residence. She was born on November 13, 1958, to the late Richard Lundley and Iva…

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Catfish Fever Kid’s Tournament returns to Williams July 12 with a mission to inspire the next generation

WILLIAMS — A favorite summer tradition is casting off once again — the Catfish Fever Kid’s Tournament is set for Saturday, July 12, from 11…

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Photography celebrates Bedford’s Stone Legacy at Limestone Heritage Festival

BEDFORD—The 2025 Limestone Heritage Festival Photography Contest wrapped up over the weekend. The contest celebrated the region’s iconic limestone legacy through the lenses of local…

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