Government
New steps and handrail construction approved for Lawrence County Annex
BEDFORD – Work on the handrail and steps at the Lawrence County Annex will be done. The Commissioners approved a quote of $6,206.00 from Gary’s…
Jail passed inspection with no concerns or warning
BEDFORD—An inspection of the jail found no security issues, concerns, or warnings were issued. The jail meets all the safety standards for inmates and staff….
Mock hazardous material exercise scheduled in September in Oolitic
BEDFORD—Emergency Management Director Valerie Luchauer told the Commissioners Tuesday morning that a mock hazardous material exercise will be held on Saturday, September 14, in Oolitic….
Commissioners approve ordinance increasing some Lawrence County Health Department fee schedules
BEDFORD—On Tuesday, the Lawrence County Commissioners approved an ordinance increasing some Lawrence County Health Department fee schedules for services and records. Priscilla Terrell reported that…
Veterans invited to a free round table event
BEDFORD – On Tuesday morning, Lawrence County Veteran’s Affairs Officer Brad Bough invited the commissioners to a networking event with local veterans on Monday, August 19 at…
Lawrence County has a new highway superintendent, crews chipping and sealing roads
LAWRENCE CO. – The Lawrence County Commissioner introduced the new highway superintendent Tuesday morning. Brian Sowder replaced Brandi Webb. Sowders reported that crews are continuing…
Social Security expands Compassionate Allowance List
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Martin O’Malley, Commissioner of Social Security, announced nine new Compassionate Allowances (CAL) conditions and revisions to two existing CAL conditions: The Compassionate…
Indiana Department of Revenue’s customer portal keybot is now available
INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Revenue’s customer portal INTIME now features a keybot that helps taxpayers with frequently asked questions about navigating INTIME. Ask Indy is…
Former Lawrence County Auditor arrested on a felony charge of official misconduct
BEDFORD – Former Lawrence County Auditor Jessica Staggs was arrested Monday, August 12, at 10:30 a.m. after a warrant was issued. She is facing one…
Attorney General Todd Rokita dismisses case against IU Health
INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita has dismissed a case against IU Health after a judge’s ruling found the case lacking. “The Court will…
