UPDATE: Closure planned on U.S. 31 in Jackson County

JACKSON CO. – Indiana Department of Transportation contractor E&B Paving, Inc., is scheduled to close U.S. 31 over Lewis Branch on or after Monday, July 28,…

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Houchin files resolution, calls out Democrat Epstein stunt

WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Thursday, Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09) announced the introduction of a resolution calling on the Department of Justice to release the Epstein files…

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Family seeks cards for beloved former librarian Sandra Bartlett

BEDFORD – The family of Mrs. Sandra Bartlett, a cherished former librarian who dedicated over four decades to educating children in Lawrence County schools, is…

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Summer Lunch Rush announces newest batch of winners

BEDFORD – The “Summer Lunch Rush” promotion, organized by WQRK, WBIW, and LiteFM, has announced its latest set of winners following Wednesday’s event at the…

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Obituary: Harlan Troyer

June 11, 2025 – July 15, 2025 Harlan Troyer, of Heltonville, passed away on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at his residence. Born June 11, 2025,…

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Police Log: July 18, 2025

Bedford Police Department Arrests – July 17 Incidents – July 17 Incidents – July 16 Accidents – July 17 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…

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Lawrence County Economic Growth Council earns national recognition for rural workforce innovation at Federal Reserve Bank’s Summit

LAWRENCE CO. – Lawrence County has garnered national attention for its innovative rural workforce programs, with Joe Timbrook, Director of Career Development for the Lawrence…

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Woman reports being shoved at funeral; suspect arrested for battery

BEDFORD – A Bedford woman, Chasity Morgan Turpen, 35, was arrested on a charge of battery after an alleged physical altercation at a funeral service….

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Kayem Foods Inc. recalls ready-to-eat chicken sausage products due to possible foreign matter contamination

INDIANA– Kayem Foods Inc., a Chelsea, Mass., establishment, is recalling approximately 24,173 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken sausage products that may be contaminated with foreign material,…

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More than 67,000 cases of Power Stick deodorants recalled nationwide

INDIANA – Over 67,000 cases of Power Stick antiperspirant deodorant are being recalled nationwide due to concerns over cGMP deviations, according to an enforcement report…

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