Public Safety
West Nile Virus detected in Daviess County mosquitoes
DAVIESS CO. — The Indiana Department of Health has confirmed that mosquito samples in Daviess County have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). In…
Mold remediation at Monroe County Correctional Center
BLOOMINGTON – Late last week, VET Environmental Engineering (VET), the environmental company contracted by Monroe County to test the Justice Center, reported finding minor amounts…
DNR highlights water safety for this Labor Day weekend
INDIANA – The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is sharing water safety tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable time on the water this Labor…
Oolitic adopts ordinance setting rules for keeping chickens, banning roosters
OOLITIC — The Oolitic Town Council has approved a new ordinance establishing standards for residents who keep chickens within town limits, while prohibiting roosters. Ordinance…
Blue Bell Ice Cream issues allergy alert on undeclared almond, walnut, and pecan in Moo-llennium Crunch Ice Cream packaged in a Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough half gallon cartonÂ
INDIANA – Blue Bell Ice Cream is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of Moo-llennium Crunch Ice Cream half gallon packaged in a Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough…
Police Log: August 27, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests – August 27 Arrests – August 26 Incidents – August 27 Incidents – August 26 Incidents – August 25 Accidents –…
Nathan Watson announces bid for Bedford City Council at-large seat
BEDFORD — Nathan Watson, Director at the Bedford Public Library, has announced his candidacy in the Republican caucus to fill the Bedford City Council at-large…
FEMA officials visit Lawrence County to assess storm damage and discuss reimbursement
BEDFORD – Following a major disaster declaration by President Donald Trump in July, representatives from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) were in Lawrence County…
Police Log: August 26, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests – August 26 Arrests – August 25 Incidents – August 25 Incidents – August 24 Accidents – August 25 Lawrence County…
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…











