Government
Lawrence County 2026 Primary Election candidate filings
BEDFORD — The race for the 2026 Primary Election is officially underway in Lawrence County as the first wave of candidates formalizes their bids for…
Indiana Forest Alliance releases report showing the economic value of expanding Charles Deam Wilderness area in Hoosier National Forest
HOOSIER NATIONAL FOREST — The Indiana Forest Alliance (IFA) released a study that supports the expansion of the Charles Deam Wilderness area and establishment of…
Indiana House unanimously votes to honor Bob Knight with roadway dedication
BLOOMINGTON — The Indiana House of Representatives took a unanimous step Tuesday to memorialize one of the most iconic figures in the state’s sporting history….
Gov. Braun accelerates life sciences leadership with more than 1,300 new high wage jobs across the state
PRINCETON – Indiana Gov. Mike Braun today highlighted the surge in Indiana’s life sciences sector, with three major industry expansions that will create more than…
Rep. Bartels authors legislation to streamline dozens of Indiana boards and commissions
STATEHOUSE – Recent legislation authored by State Rep. Stephen Bartels (R-Eckerty) aims to reform dozens of state boards and commissions. House Bill 1003 would eliminate, sunset,…
Bedford Housing Authority to close to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day
BEDFORD — In observance of the federal holiday honoring the life and legacy of Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the Bedford Housing Authority has…
City of Bloomington temporarily renames retention pond in spirit and valiant defense
BLOOMINGTON – In a city known for a healthy appreciation for whimsy, the City of Bloomington has once again risen to the moment. After a standout…
Company will pay $107,000 to resolve allegations it deceived Hoosiers about processes for securing unclaimed property
INDIANA – A California-based company specializing in “finding” people’s unclaimed property will pay $107,000 to settle allegations that it deceived Hoosiers through illegal consumer solicitations and fee agreements. “This…
Lawrence County to address surge in non-emergency “lift assist” calls
BEDFORD — Lawrence County emergency officials are sounding the alarm over a growing trend that is stretching the county’s first responders to their limits: a…
Lawrence County enters new contract for care of neglected animals
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Commissioners approved a new independent contract on Tuesday morning to ensure the proper care of animals seized during criminal investigations….
