Monroe County facing looming federal lawsuit after council rejects $11.4M North Park jail site

BLOOMINGTON — Monroe County is facing an imminent, high-stakes legal crisis after the Monroe County Council voted decisively on Tuesday night to block the purchase…

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4th Annual Man in the Mirror SoIN Golf Scramble returns June 20 at Stone Crest

BEDFORD — Golfers, community supporters, and local businesses are preparing to tee off for a cause as the 4th Annual Man in the Mirror SoIN…

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Social Security Administration spotlights support programs for foster youth transitioning to adulthood

INDIANA — In recognition of National Foster Care Month this May, federal agencies and safety advocates are renewing their focus on the thousands of young…

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Bedford faith-based group hosts pitch-in dinner for local singles next month

BEDFORD — A local faith-based organization is looking to connect single adults across Lawrence County next month through food and fellowship. Strengthening Singles has announced…

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Governor Braun announces Indiana-founded Merrell Bros. plans $16.5M expansion in Kokomo 

KOKOMO – Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced that Merrell Bros. Inc., an environmental services company specializing in sustainable biosolids management, plans to expand its headquarters…

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JCBank, Centier Bank, and Hoosier Heartland State Bank earn top honors for community service

INDIANA – Hoosier Heartland State Bank, Crawfordsville; JCBank, Seymour; and Centier Bank, Merrillville, have been honored with Indiana Bankers Association C2C (Commitment to Community) Awards for outstanding…

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Obituary: Harriett Cummings

May 2, 1947 – May 26, 2026 Harriett was born on May 2, 1947, in Cedar Hill, Kentucky, and spent the majority of her life…

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Police Log: May 28, 2026

Bedford Police Department Arrests – May 28 Incidents – May 27 Incidents – May 26 Accidents – May 26 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…

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Obituary: Andrew Selbee

May 31, 1970 – May 24, 2026 Andrew Selbee passed away peacefully at his home on May 24, 2026, surrounded by loving friends and family….

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Bedford’s Green Hill Cemetery earns place on National Register of Historic Places

BEDFORD – The historic Green Hill Cemetery has officially been added to the National Register of Historic Places, marking a significant milestone for one of…

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