Government
Rep. Banks Calls on Biden Admin to Stop Withholding Weapons from Israel Â
WASHINGTON—Following the death of Hamas terrorist leader and architect of the October 7th, 2023 attack on Israel, Yahya Sinwar, Rep. Jim Banks (IN-03) sent a letter to Secretary…
Do Seymour and South Bend have ‘sanctuary city’ policies – Attorney General Todd Rokita is getting answers
INDIANA—Amid ongoing concerns from community members and elected officials, Attorney General Todd Rokita has issued civil investigative demands (CID) to the Seymour and South Bend…
Indiana September 2024 Employment Report
INDIANA— According to the Indiana Department of Workforce Development, the state’s unemployment rate in September was 4.3%. By comparison, the national unemployment rate reported for…
Lawrence County Highway Department to seek bids for three new heavy-duty trucks
LAWRENCE CO.– The Lawrence County Highway Department announced plans to seek bids for three new heavy-duty trucks equipped with utility beds for their supervisory staff….
Lawrence County Courts and Probation Department partner with EMPACT Solutions for data analysis and visualization
LAWRENCE CO.– To enhance decision-making through improved data analysis, the Lawrence County Circuit and Superior Courts, along with the Probation Department, sought and received approval…
Lawrence County considers culvert replacement for rural bridge
LAWRENCE CO.- Lawrence County Highway Department is exploring cost-effective alternatives for Bridge 176, a single-lane structure spanning Sugar Creek, while progressing on another bridge project….
Lawrence County residents urged to sign up for Smart911 and install reflective address signs
LAWRENCE CO.— Emergency Management Director Valerie Luchauer addressed the county commissioners on Tuesday morning, emphasizing the importance of safety measures for residents. She urged community…
Lawrence County to enforce Sex Offender Registration fee collection
LAWRENCE CO.- Lawrence County officials are taking steps to strengthen the enforcement of sex offender registration fee collection through a new ordinance requested by Sheriff…
Judge Nikirk seeks grant approval for courthouse security upgrades
BEDFORD—Circuit Court Judge Nathan Nikirk requested permission from the Lawrence County Commissioners Tuesday morning to apply for an Indiana Supreme Court court security grant. The…
Lawrence County Commissioners Updated on Adult Guardianship Services
LAWRENCE CO.— Circuit Court Judge Nathan Nikirk provided the Lawrence County Commissioners Tuesday morning with an important update on Southern Indiana Adult Guardianship services, a…
