Make a difference locally: Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County seeks volunteers for ‘Summer at the Club’ programs

BEDFORD — As summer approaches, the Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County is officially calling on community members to help make the season unforgettable…

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Franciscan Health presents Cooking Matters class on June 3 in Crawfordsville

CRAWFORDSVILLE – Franciscan Health, in collaboration with FISH Food Pantry of Montgomery County, Indy Hunger Network, and CookingMatters.org, will be holding a class entitled “Cooking…

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Obituary: Valena Yvonne Whitner

August 30, 1956 – May 18, 2026 Valena Yvonne Whitner, 69, of Bedford, passed away Monday, May 18, 2026, at Redcrest Hospice House in Bloomington,…

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Oolitic woman arrested for public Intoxication at Bedford pediatric clinic; DCS notified

BEDFORD — An Oolitic woman was arrested on public intoxication charges last Tuesday after staff at a local medical facility raised alarms that she appeared…

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Red Cross urges regional blood and platelet donations ahead of critical summer season

INDIANA — As communities prepare for the Memorial Day holiday, the American Red Cross is issuing an urgent call for residents to schedule blood and…

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Indiana Unclaimed turns fast lap by returning $56 million in first four months of 2026 

INDIANA – As of May 18, Attorney General Todd Rokita’s Unclaimed Property Division has returned more than $56 million to rightful owners, raising the realistic possibility of setting a new winning pace in…

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White River Baptist Church invites community to Wednesday night service on ‘demons’

BEDFORD — White River Baptist Church is inviting the local community to a special mid-week service tonight featuring a focused message on a compelling theological…

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Police Log: May 20, 2026

Bedford Police Department Arrests – May 19 Incidents – May 19 Accidents – May 19 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – May 19 Incidents –…

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West Baden assistant police chief arrested following state police investigation

ORANGE COUNTY — The Assistant Chief of the West Baden Police Department has been arrested on multiple felony charges following a criminal investigation by the…

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Bryan Park Pool and Switchyard Spray Pad open May 23; Mills Pool opening delayed 

BLOOMINGTON– Bryan Park Pool, 1020 S. Woodlawn Ave., and the Community Foundation Switchyard Plaza Spray Pad at Switchyard Park, 1601 S. Rogers St., open for…

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