Obituary: James Kimmel

James Kimmel, 96, of Bedford, Indiana, passed away at Majestic Care in Bedford on Thursday, June 12, 2025. Funeral Arrangements are pending at Ferguson-Lee Funeral…

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Obituary: Barbara J. Beeler

Barbara J. Beeler, 96, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her family. Born June 20, 1928, in Mitchell,…

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Local WWII veteran and author James Lee Hutchinson celebrates 100th birthday

BEDFORD — James Lee Hutchinson, a beloved World War II veteran, educator, and author, celebrates his 100th birthday today, marking a century of service, storytelling,…

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With storm season in full gear, local first responder agencies receive emergency preparedness grants from Duke Energy Foundation

PLAINFIELD—Grants from Duke Energy Foundation will benefit first responders statewide, including local emergency management agencies (EMAs) in southern and south-central Indiana. The funding, which totals more…

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The Becky’s Place Special June Auction ends at 8 p.m. tonight

BEDFORD— Time is running out to place your bids in the Becky’s Place Special June Auction, with the online auction closing at 8 p.m. tonight….

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Mooresville man drowns after falling off tube at Monroe Lake

MONROE LAKE- Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating a drowning that occurred yesterday at Monroe Lake, southeast of Bloomington. At 4:41 p.m., conservation officers were dispatched…

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INDOT to host public information meeting for State Road 7 roadway improvement project

BARTHOLOMEW/JENNINGS COUNTY—The Indiana Department of Transportation will hold a public information meeting on Wednesday, June 25, regarding the planned State Road 7 roadway improvement project…

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Ryan Redux! Jackson follows father’s footsteps as new BNL basketball coach

By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Perhaps Jackson Ryan’s starry future was predicable. His father had to rush from BNL Fieldhouse, just prior to the…

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Stars wrap season with 6th-place finish in regional

MONTGOMERY – Bedford North Lawrence finished the 2025 season with a solid sixth-place conclusion in the IHSAA regional at Country Oaks on Thursday. The Stars…

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Mitchell Library to host color-themed June storytime for kids

MITCHELL — The Mitchell Community Public Library will host a colorful and engaging June Storytime event on Wednesday, June 18 at 11 a.m., as part…

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