Walmart recalls 850,000 Ozark Trail water bottles after lids “forcefully eject” and cause blindness in two incidents

INDIANA— Walmart is recalling approximately 850,000 Ozark Trail 64‑ounce stainless steel water bottles after reports that their screw‑on lids can “forcefully eject,” striking users and…

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Monroe County Health Department encourages MMR vaccination amid measles cases in nearby Putnam County

BLOOMINGTON- While there are currently no reported measles cases in Monroe County, the Monroe County Health Department strongly encourages MMR vaccination for Monroe County residents…

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FDA advises consumers not to inhale nitrous oxide products

INDIANA- FDA advises consumers not to inhale nitrous oxide products from any size canisters, tanks, or chargers. These products are marketed as both unflavored and…

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New traffic lights installed at key Seymour intersection

SEYMOUR – The City of Seymour is overseeing the installation of new traffic lights on Chestnut Street. The upgrades are occurring at the intersections of…

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Beware of scam callers impersonating local police

INDIANA- Fraudsters impersonating local police are calling would-be victims to demand payment of supposed “fines,” according to Attorney General Todd Rokita, and they are threatening…

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Boys and Girls Club of Lawrence County advises on temporary 19th Street closure

BEDFORD – The Boys and Girls Club of Lawrence County has informed members and families that 19th Street is scheduled for paving on Thursday, July…

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Police Log: July 10, 2025

Bedford Police Department Arrests- July 10 Incidents- July 9 Incidents- July 8 Accidents- July 9 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests- July 10 Arrests- July 9…

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Police Log: July 9

Bedford Police Department Incidents- July 8 Incidents- July 7 Accidents- July 8 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests- July 8 Incidents- July 9 Incidents- July 8…

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Consumer Alert: Attorney General Todd Rokita warns of hazardous products recalled in June 

INDIANA- Attorney General Todd Rokita is alerting Hoosiers to important consumer protection concerns for products recalled in June. The office is encouraging consumers to take…

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Police Log: July 8, 2025

Bedford Police Department Arrests- July 7 Incidents- July 7 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests- July 7 Incidents- July 8 Incidents- July 7 Accidents- July 7

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