Government
Social Security Commissioner visits National Federation of the Blind Headquarters
BALTIMORE, MD — On Monday, December 8, 2025, Social Security Administration (SSA) Commissioner Frank J. Bisignano visited the National Federation of the Blind (NFB) headquarters to…
Oolitic Town Council announces executive session for economic development negotiations
OOLITIC — The Oolitic Town Council has scheduled an executive session for Monday, December 22, 2025, to discuss potential industrial and commercial opportunities for the…
President Trump significantly expands U.S. travel ban to 39 countries
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Trump signed a major executive proclamation on Tuesday, more than doubling the number of countries subject to U.S. travel restrictions. The…
Emergency management to repair aging infrastructure on Kings Ridge Road
MITCHELL – Lawrence County Emergency Management is moving forward with essential repairs to a utility building on Kings Ridge Road that houses a critical backup…
Senator Banks applauds President Trump’s decision to declare Fentanyl a Weapon of Mass Destruction
WASHINGTON, D.C, – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) applauded President Trump’s decision to designate fentanyl as a “weapon of mass destruction,” as part of efforts to stop…
INDOT concludes ProPEL Indy study, thanks public for guiding process
INDIANAPOLIS – After more than two years of collaboration across Indianapolis and surrounding communities, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has concluded its ProPEL Indy Planning and…
President Trump designates Fentanyl a “Weapon of Mass Destruction” in new executive order
WASHINGTON D.C. — In a move that blends national security rhetoric with the ongoing battle against the opioid crisis, President Donald Trump signed an executive…
Lawrence County officials tackle winter storm; Highway and EMA provide updates
BEDFORD – As Lawrence County emerges from a series of winter storms, county commissioners and department heads met Tuesday to address road safety, emergency responses,…
Shawswick VFD requests $65K ambulance contract; Commissioners table vote over funding concerns
LAWRENCE CO. — The Shawswick Volunteer Fire Fighters Association, Inc. (SVFFA) presented a $65,000 annual contract to the Lawrence County Commissioners on Tuesday morning to…
Lawrence County Veterans urged to file for property tax deductions before year-end deadline
BEDFORD— As the 2025 calendar year draws to a close, Lawrence County Veterans Affairs Officer Brad Bough is issuing a final call during the commissioners…
