Casey Brown sentenced to 111 years for 2023 murder and rampage

BEDFORD — A Lawrence County man will likely spend the remainder of his life behind bars following a high-profile sentencing hearing on Tuesday. Lawrence County…

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Obituary: Carol Ann Phillips

October 1, 1961 – January 4, 2026 Carol Ann Phillips, 64, of Mitchell, passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026, at her residence. Born October 1,…

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FBI thwarts “ISIS-inspired” plot targeting Central Indiana high school

INDIANA — The FBI Indianapolis Field Office revealed on Monday that it successfully disrupted a terror plot targeting a Central Indiana high school, involving a…

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Martin County Alliance announces 2026 Facade Grant Program for local businesses

MARTIN COUNTY — The Martin County Alliance for Economic Growth has officially opened applications for its 2026 Facade Grant Program, an initiative designed to revitalize…

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Domestic dispute on New Year’s Day leads to arrest of Bedford woman

BEDFORD — A Bedford woman was taken into custody on New Year’s Day following a domestic dispute that escalated from a verbal altercation to physical…

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Experts warn: Romance scam season peaks in January for lonely seniors

NATIONWIDE — As the calendar turns to 2026, experts are issuing a high-priority warning to older adults: January is officially “peak season” for romance scams….

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Arjun Mody sworn in as Deputy Commissioner of Social Security

BALTIMORE, MD — Social Security Administration (SSA) Commissioner Frank J. Bisignano welcomed Arjun Mody to his new role as Deputy Commissioner of Social Security for the…

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USDA announces Dr. Justin Benavidez as Chief Economist

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today congratulated Dr. Seth Meyer for his years of service to our country and announced…

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Jason Branham announces candidacy for Lawrence County Commissioner District 1

LAWRENCE COUNTY – My name is Jason Branham, and I am announcing my candidacy for Lawrence County Commissioner, District 1. I have lived in Lawrence…

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Indiana flu activity reaches “Very High” as death tolls rise

INDIANA — State health officials are raising the alarm as Indiana enters the new year facing a severe surge in respiratory illnesses. According to the…

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