Petersburg man arrested for OWI and resisting while operating John Deere tractor in town

PETERSBURG – Thursday night, September 18, at approximately 9:34 p.m., Trooper Sturm stopped the driver of a John Deere tractor pulling a yard trailer on…

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Persimmon Festival kicks off THIS Saturday with full day of fun

MITCHELL – The Persimmon Festival officially kicks off on Saturday, September 20, and Mitchell will be buzzing with activity from morning to night. From bargain-hunting…

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Obituary: Frederick Steven “Steve” Aronson

Frederick Steven “Steve” Aronson went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 18, 2025, at 4:45 a.m., surrounded by love in his home….

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Police Log: September 19, 2025

Bedford Police Department Incidents- September 18 Incidents- September 17 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests- September 18 Incidents- September 19 Incidents- September 18 Accidents- September 18

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$500 First Place Prize up for grabs at Bedford’s Cornhole Tournament this Saturday

BEDFORD – Think you’ve got the best cornhole toss in town? Now’s your chance to prove it — and win big. The Bedford Cornhole Tournament…

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BNL adds to winning streak with sweep of Shoals

BEDFORD – Bedford North Lawrence’s trajectory continues to climb. The Stars posted their fifth consecutive victory on Thursday night, conquering Shoals (15-3) in three sets….

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Salem pounces on BNL for 4-1 triumph

SALEM – Salem swept the doubles while pouncing on Bedford North Lawrence 4-1 during boys high school tennis action on Thursday. Asher Thompson posted the…

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Seymour wings to 7-2 victory over BNL

SEYMOUR – Kathryn Roark scored twice and dished out three assists as Seymour overpowered Bedford North Lawrence 7-2 during girls high school soccer action on…

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Stars toot Root’s horn during regular-season finale at Otis Park

By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – As the lone senior on the roster, Kinleigh Root is the face of the Bedford North Lawrence program. Now…

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Timothy Chen joins Boys and Girls Club as Teen Center Program Director

BEDFORD — The Boys and Girls Club of Lawrence County has welcomed Timothy Chen as program director of the Thornton Teen Center. Chen will work…

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