Expanded G.I. Bill benefits and new tech Ttols headline latest VA Veteran update

INDIANA — The Department of Veterans Affairs is rolling out a series of significant updates this week, ranging from a major expansion of education benefits…

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Wildflower Hike planned for Western Lawrence County on April 11th

BEDFORD – The White River Forestry Committee Wildflower Hike is scheduled for Saturday, April 11th, at Mike and Nancy Schershel’s property located on Coxton Road west of Bedford. The area…

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First Lady Braun announces Indiana achieves statewide access to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

INDIANA – This week, Indiana First Lady Maureen Braun announced that every child under age five in Indiana is now eligible to receive a free book…

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Hunter’s Greenhouse welcomes Spring and the community with Seasonal Opening

BEDFORD — Spring has arrived in southern Indiana, and with it the return of a local favorite as Hunter’s Greenhouse officially opened for the season…

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Artemis II: Four astronauts embark on historic first lunar mission in over 50 years

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FL — For the first time in more than half a century, humanity is headed back to the vicinity of the moon….

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Bedford spring clean sweep scheduled for April 20-27

BEDFORD – The city of Bedford is hosting a Spring Clean Sweep from Monday, April 20, through Monday, April 27. During this event, residential items…

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Police Log: April 2, 2026

Bedford Police Department Incidents – April 1 Incidents – March 31 Accidents – April 1 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – April 1 Incidents –…

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Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County launches 2026 “Summer at the Club” registration

BEDFORD — The Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County has officially opened registration for its 2026 summer programming, featuring four distinct tracks designed to…

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Governor Mike Braun takes action to protect Hoosier kids online

INDIANA – Governor Mike Braun is taking decisive action to empower parents and protect Hoosier children from online predators and to raise the penalty on child predators…

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IU Health grant supports Healing Hands Outreach Center efforts to assist expectant and postpartum mothers in need 

BLOOMINGTON – Members of IU Health and Healing Hands Outreach Center gathered in Bloomington on Monday, March 30, to commemorate a $543,422 grant focused on…

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