Public Safety
Heat advisory issued for Southern Indiana; Local cooling center open
BEDFORD – A Heat Advisory remains in effect from Noon EDT (11 AM CDT) today, Thursday, July 24th, until 8 p.m. EDT (7 PM CDT)…
Scam Alert: Prosecutor Sam Arp warns of fake DMV traffic ticket notices
LAWRENCE CO. – Lawrence County Prosecutor Sam Arp is urging residents to be on high alert for a deceptive text message scam falsely claiming to…
Dangerous heat and unhealthy air quality descend on Central and Southern Indiana
INDIANA – Central and Southern Indiana are bracing for a multi-day stretch of dangerous heat and unhealthy air conditions, with heat indexes expected to soar….
Men’s Warming Shelter open amidst high temperature forecast
BEDFORD – In response to anticipated high temperatures, the Men’s Warming Shelter in Bedford will open its Cooling Center daily from Wednesday, July 23, through…
Police Log: July 23, 2025
Bedford Police Department Incidents – July 22 Incidents – July 21 Accidents – July 22 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – July 22 Incidents –…
Immunization Clinic to be held at Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County
BEDFORD — An immunization clinic will be held at the Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County on Saturday, August 2nd, from 10:00 a.m. to…
City of Bloomington seeks community member for Board of Housing Quality Appeals
BLOOMINGTON — The City of Bloomington is actively seeking a civically-engaged resident with a passion for housing to serve on its Board of Housing Quality…
Indiana residents urged to stay alert as AI fuels rise in sophisticated scams
INDIANA – As the U.S. celebrates recovering nearly $15 billion in healthcare fraud, experts are sounding the alarm on the rapid evolution of organized scams,…
Orange County Community Foundation grants $7,000 for 911 dispatch system upgrade
PAOLI — On Monday, the Orange County Community Foundation presented a check for $7,000 to Orange County 911 Dispatch. The funds, provided through the Foundation’s…
Cooling Centers open across Indiana as extreme heat grips state
INDIANA – As Indiana anticipates several days of extreme summer temperatures, cooling centers are opening statewide to provide a safe and cool refuge for residents….
