CMS strengthens patient protections and accountability in organ donation system

INDIANAPOLIS – The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued new guidance on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, to strengthen public trust and ensure patients and…

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Police log: March 13, 2026

Bedford Police Department Incidents- March 12 Incidents- March 11 Accidents- March 12 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests- March 12 Incidents- March 13 Incidents- March 12…

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Indiana tornado count climbs; Flooding advisory continues

INDIANA — National Weather Service survey teams have confirmed that three tornadoes touched down in Northern Indiana during Tuesday’s severe weather event, bringing the state’s…

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Teamwork and Watercraft: Daviess-Martin REMC restores power amid severe flooding

LOOGOOTEE — Linemen with the Daviess-Martin County REMC spent much of yesterday battling the elements to restore electricity after a powerful storm system swept through…

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Police Log: March 12, 2026

Bedford Police Department Incidents – March 11 Incidents – March 10 Accidents – March 11 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – March 11 Incidents –…

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Senator Banks, Smith introduce legislations to help prevent youth suicide

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today,Senators Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Tina Smith (D-Minn.) introduced the Raising Awareness for Youth Suicide Prevention (RAYS) Act, which would require middle and high schools…

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Bartholomew County explores “Digital Hunting” K9 to fight crimes against children

BARTHOLOMEW CO. — Bartholomew County is moving closer to adding a unique new member to its law enforcement team: a dual-purpose police dog capable of…

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Lawrence County Council to hold special meeting on jail staffing

BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Council has scheduled a special meeting for Friday, March 13th, to address urgent personnel needs within the county’s correctional system….

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Loogootee Fire Department receives $500 boost for safety education trailer

LOOGOOTEE — The Loogootee Fire Department (LFD) is one step closer to modernizing its most vital community outreach tool, thanks to a recent $500 donation…

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Sparky the Fire Dog celebrates 75 Years of promoting fire safety

INDIANA — One of the most recognizable symbols of fire safety education is marking a major milestone this year. Sparky the Fire Dog, the longtime…

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