Government
Lawrence County hires new agency to collect delinquent property taxes
BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Commissioners have approved a contract with American Financial Credit Services (AFCS), a new collection agency tasked with collecting unpaid personal…
Executive Order on flag burning challenges first amendment precedent; Sparks immediate arrest
WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Trump signed an executive order on Monday that directs the Department of Justice to investigate incidents of flag burning, claiming the…
Brandt Baughman named new Director of Indiana State Parks
INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has named Brandt Baughman as the new director of Indiana State Parks. Baughman is a longtime…
Seymour Department of Public Works seeks office manager
SEYMOUR— The Seymour Department of Public Works is hiring a full-time office manager. The position, scheduled from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday,…
NASA to unveil new astronaut class; Artemis II Mission in September
HOUSTON — NASA is set to introduce its new class of astronaut candidates on Monday, September 22, during a live-streamed event at the Johnson Space…
Oolitic Water Works to replace broken hydrant August 27
OOLITIC — Oolitic residents north of 3rd Street may temporarily lose water service on Wednesday morning as town crews replace a broken fire hydrant. The…
Bedford issues trash pickup reminder to residents
BEDFORD — The City of Bedford is reminding residents to follow proper placement guidelines for trash toters to help sanitation crews work efficiently and keep…
Oolitic Town Council raises temporary worker pay in special session
OOLITIC — The Oolitic Town Council voted Wednesday to raise wages for temporary and part-time laborers, approving an increase from $10 to $12 per hour….
Lawrence County Council to hold executive session on August 28
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Council has announced it will hold an executive session on August 28, 2025, immediately following its scheduled budget hearing. The…
Encouraging cancer research grant programs launching this year
STATEHOUSE – Indiana passed a law this year to launch grant programs for pediatric and breast cancer research. Join State Reps. Tim O’Brien (R-Evansville) and Julie Olthoff…
