Public Safety
October 5, 2021
Bedford Police Department Arrests – Oct. 4 4:51 p.m. Richard Simmerman, 48, Mitchell, wanted on a warrant for failure to appear 7:56 p.m. Edward Andis,…
Local fire departments spread safety messages during Fire Prevention Week
LAWRENCE CO. – This week will kick off the National Fire Prevention Week for 2021 with all fire departments across the country spreading the message…
October 4, 2021
Bedford Police Department Arrests – Oct. 3 4:56 p.m. Jeremie True, 41, Bedford, wanted on a warrant for failure to appear 7:15 p.m. David Young,…
Bedford Domino’s and NFPA team up with Bedford Fire Department to promote fire safety
BEDFORD – Bedford Domino’s, located at 1605 M St., and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) are teaming up with the City of Bedford Fire…
Youth E-cigarette use remains a serious public health concern amid COVID-19 Pandemic
UNDATED – A study released Thursday from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated that more than…
October 1, 2021
Bedford Police Department Arrests – Oct. 1 4:11 a.m. Stephanie Hignite, 44, Springville, operating a vehicle while intoxicated, resisting arrest by force 4:58 a.m. Cami…
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
LAWRENCE CO. – October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. While domestic violence and intimate partner abuse is something that should be first and foremost in…
September 30, 2021
Bedford Police Department Arrests – Sept. 30 12:30 a.m. Robert Goldsberry, 28, Bedford, possession of meth, unlawful possession of a syringe, possession of marijuana, possession…
September 29, 2021
Bedford Police Department Arrests – Sept. 28 2:10 p.m. Garrett Sears, 43, Bloomington, possession of a device to interfere with a drug test, disorderly conduct,…
Bedford Utilities reports no hazardous substances were released into the stormwater system
BEDFORD – Local and state officials continue to investigate a report of the illegal dumping of chemicals at a local business in the 2700 block…