Government
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….
Lawrence County Assessor contracts with Nexus Group for property assessment services
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Commissioners approved a significant multi-year contract for property assessment services during their Tuesday morning meeting, following a presentation by County…
Lawrence County Highway crews prepare for paving season; Landfill testing scheduled
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Highway Department is taking advantage of the winter months to prepare for a busy spring paving season. Crews are currently…
Lawrence County Commissioners elect new leadership; Approve Superior Court renovations
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Commissioners opened their first meeting of the year on Tuesday morning by reorganizing their leadership and approving infrastructure improvements for…
House passes Congresswoman Erin Houchin’s bipartisan bill to lower manufactured housing costs
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a significant bipartisan victory, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (HOMES) Act on Friday,…
Lawrence County 2026 Primary Election field begins to take shape
BEDFORD – The Lawrence County primary field is now fully detailed following the release of the January 12 candidate list. With several offices drawing multiple…
Senate District 17 Caucus set for February 7th
INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Republican Party Chairwoman Lana Keesling has officially called a caucus of eligible precinct committee members to fill the vacancy in the office…
What the 2026 Medicare Advantage changes mean for seniors
INDIANA – In January 2026, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) implemented new restrictions that roll back parts of a 2018 expansion allowing Medicare Advantage…
Advanced Notice: Procurement details released for 4-Mile Mid-States Corridor Project in Jasper
JASPER – The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is providing advanced notice of the procurement of the Mid-States Corridor Contract 1 project, to be delivered…
