Gov. Holcomb declares Indiana State Library Bicentennial Day; library prepares to celebrate

INDIANAPOLIS— Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb on Dec. 6 issued a proclamation declaring that day to be Indiana State Library Bicentennial Day, highlighting the library’s importance….

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TikTok lost bid to strike down law that could ban the platform in the US

INDIANA—TikTok recently lost its bid to strike down a law that could ban the platform in the US starting on January 19, 2025. A US appeals…

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Police Log: December 9, 2024

Bedford Police Department Arrests – December 8 Incidents – December 8 Incidents – December 7 Accidents – December 8 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…

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Beloved Chaplin Jack Voigtschild leaves behind a legacy of service and compassion

BEDFORD — Jack Louis Voigtschild, 79, of Bedford, a beloved figure in Lawrence County, known for his unwavering commitment to serving others, especially in times…

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Obituary: Jack Louis Voigtschild

March 20, 1945 – December 7, 2024 Jack Louis Voigtschild, 79, of Bedford, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at his residence, with his…

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Robert Q. Berry III appointed Dean of Indiana University Bloomington School of Education

BLOOMINGTON— Robert Q. Berry III has been named the next dean of the Indiana University Bloomington School of Education, effective April 1. The university announced…

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Bloomington woman charged with her brother’s fentanyl overdose death

BLOOMINGTON — A Bloomington woman has been arrested and charged in connection with the fentanyl overdose death of her brother, Brian O’Bannon, who died in…

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Timothy Helton will stand trial for murder and attempted murder in February 2025

BEDFORD — A Bloomington man remains behind bars after being charged with the murder of Johnnie Grubb IV, 44, of Bedford, following a deadly shooting…

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Bloomington man arrested after being found with a 13-year-old girl

BLOOMINGTON — A Bloomington man is behind bars after he was found with a 13-year-old female. Monroe County Sheriff’s Department deputies arrested 20-year-old Gabriel Hensley of…

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Two Vincennes men arrested on meth charges after traffic stop near Bicknell

BICKNELL — Two Vincennes men were arrested late Thursday, December 5th, on drug charges following a traffic stop near Bicknell. According to the Knox County…

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