NCAA approves rule change allowing college athletes to bet on professional sports

NATIONWIDE— The NCAA has formally approved a rule change that will permit student-athletes and athletic department staff to place legal bets on professional sports. The…

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Monroe County Democrats seek volunteers for website, communications, and committees

MONROE CO.— The Monroe County Democrats are actively seeking volunteers and new committee members to help with essential functions as they prepare for upcoming political…

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Sentencing postponed for Mitchell woman who pleaded guilty in her children’s drowning deaths

LAWRENCE CO.— The sentencing hearing for Brittany Medina, the Mitchell woman who pleaded guilty but mentally ill to the drowning deaths of her two young…

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Obituary: Betty Marie Wilson

February 17, 1940 – October 21, 2025 Betty Marie Wilson, 85, of Bedford, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. Born February 17, 1940, in…

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Indiana State Police urge caution as deer-vehicle crashes spike: Over 17,000 accidents last year

INDIANA— The Indiana State Police (ISP) is urging drivers to exercise extreme caution on roadways as deer-mating season leads to a sharp increase in deer-vehicle…

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Portion of Tunnelton Road to Close Friday for Culvert Replacement

LAWRENCE CO.— The Lawrence County Highway Department has announced a temporary road closure on Tunnelton Road this Friday for necessary infrastructure improvements. The closure will…

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Springville Community Academy seeks sponsors for Hornet Drama Christmas play

SPRINGVILLE — Springville Community Academy’s Hornet Drama program is gearing up for its annual Christmas play and is inviting local businesses and supporters to become…

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Purdue Extension Daviess County to host “Extension à la Mode” celebration October 31

WASHINGTON — Purdue Extension Daviess County is inviting the community to a sweet fall celebration in honor of Apple Crunch Month. The Extension à la…

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Police Log: October 23, 2025

Bedford Police Department Arrests – October 22 Incidents – October 22 Incidents – October 21 Accidents – October 22 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Incidents –…

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BNL braces against the ill wind as Stars reset for sectional rematch with Jennings County

By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – An ill wind blows nobody good, a cynical old proverb from the 16th century that indicates misfortune or bad…

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