Government
Lawrence County Commissioners review animal control ordinance, eye state law conflicts
BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Commissioners convened a special meeting Tuesday morning to examine the county’s animal control ordinance, with Sheriff Greg Day, Judge Robert…
Lawrence County pursues Next Generation 911 upgrade; Lauds Warming Shelter’s heat wave efforts
BEDFORD – Lawrence County is moving towards a significant upgrade of its emergency communication infrastructure, with Emergency Management Director Valerie Luchauer leading the initiative to…
Bunkum Valley Roofing awarded contract for Lawrence County Health Department roof replacement
BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Commissioners have approved a bid from Bunkum Valley Roofing of Odon, Indiana, for $113,403 to replace the flat roof at…
Lawrence County Highway Department grapples with repairs or replacement of historic bridge that remains closed
BEDFORD – Lawrence County Highway Superintendent Brian Sowder is leading a concentrated effort to tackle substantial bridge repairs. A critical priority for the Highway Department…
Lane restriction on I-65 southbound in Jackson County for signage inspection today
SEYMOUR – Motorists traveling southbound on I-65 in Jackson County should anticipate a lane closure today, as Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) crews conduct routine…
Seymour Department of Public Works encourages recycling-friendly snack choices for back-to-school
SEYMOUR — The Seymour Department of Public Works is advising residents to consider recycling guidelines when purchasing after-school snacks, encouraging them to choose items with…
Mitchell Parks and Recreation seeks public input on new playground designs
MITCHELL — Mitchell Parks and Recreation is urging residents to complete a short survey to provide official feedback on preliminary design concepts for “Project Playground”…
APHIS declares August is “Tree Check Month,” asks public to check trees for signs of Asian Longhorned Beetle
INDIANA – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is asking the public to look for and report signs of…
The Office of Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith announces mobile office hours in Fountain County
FOUNTAIN CO. – The Office of Lieutenant Governor Micah Beckwith will host mobile office hours tomorrow, July 29, in Fountain County to meet with residents…
New Indiana laws bolster support for first responders
INDIANA – Indiana’s police, firefighters, and first responders, who routinely confront stressful and dangerous situations in the line of duty, will benefit from new state…
