BNL’s Tipton advances to wrestling regional

TRAFALGAR – Bedford North Lawrence’s Abby Tipton advanced to the IHSAA regional during girls high school wrestling action in the sectional at Indian Creek on…

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Hot-and-cold Stars split first two games in Baird Classic at Southridge

By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com HUNTINGBURG – On the left side of the faucet, the hot water spigot. On the right, the cold. They, like the…

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Multi-million dollar fuel station headlines permits issued by The City of Bedford in December, 2025

BEDFORD — The City of Bedford approved a range of building, remodeling, and sign permits in December 2025, including a multimillion-dollar commercial project and several…

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Paoli Police Department honors retirement of K9 Riggs after distinguished service

PAOLI — The Paoli Police Department is honoring the retirement of K9 Riggs, a longtime partner and trusted asset whose service played a significant role…

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Indiana Fever introduce their first-ever specialty license plate 

INDIANAPOLIS  –  Indiana Fever fans can now show their pride on the road while supporting women and girls across the state with the debut of the first-ever Indiana Fever…

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Oolitic Town Council announces 2026 meeting schedule and town hall closures

OOLITIC — The Oolitic Town Council has released its official meeting schedule for the 2026 calendar year, along with a list of dates when Oolitic…

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City of Bedford utility rate increases to take effect in early 2026

BEDFORD – The City of Bedford has approved a series of utility rate increases that will take effect in early 2026, impacting residential water, sewer,…

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Heartworm prevention: A small cost that protects your pet from big consequences

BEDFORD – Heartworm disease remains one of the most serious—and preventable—threats to pets, particularly dogs. Spread through mosquito bites, heartworms can cause severe damage to…

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Obituary: Joan Sue Phipps

Joan Sue Phipps, 77, of Bedford, passed away on December 31, 2025, at IU Health in Bloomington. She was born in Bedford on August 8,…

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Free job training program offers hands-on skills and certifications in Lawrence County

BEDFORD – Residents looking to build practical job skills and explore career pathways in the trades have a new opportunity this January through the Lawrence…

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