Public Safety
“Sleep Out, Speak Out” event to raise awareness and funds for Becky’s Place
BEDFORD – Community members are invited to spend a night under the stars to support women and children experiencing homelessness in Lawrence County. Becky’s Place,…
Police Log: June 25, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests – June 24 Incidents – June 24 Incidents – June 23 Accidents – June 24 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
Evenflo recalls Titan 65 child seats due to incorrect instruction manuals
BEDFORD – Evenflo Company, Inc. has announced a recall of specific Titan 65 child seats (model number 3712198) manufactured between March 17, 2025, and May…
Off-duty state trooper locates missing 3-year-old in Washington
WASHINGTON – Indiana State Police Senior Trooper Mitchel Wier, who was off duty and driving his state police vehicle, played a crucial role in the…
Bloomington Fire Department becomes permanent car seat fitting station
BLOOMINGTON – The Bloomington Fire Department (BFD) is now home to Monroe County’s first permanent station equipped to fit child car seats in vehicles. Through the…
Dubois County Sheriff’s Department warns businesses of impersonation scam
DUBOIS CO. – The Dubois County Sheriff’s Department has issued a warning to local businesses about a new scam targeting employees. Reports indicate that individuals…
Columbus emergency crews and Cummins partner for Disaster Preparedness Exercise this week
COLUMBUS – Columbus emergency workers will be partnering with Cummins this week for a large-scale training exercise at Plant 1 on Central Avenue. The drill…
Cooling Stations remain open amidst extreme heat
MONROE CO. – With extreme temperatures posing a serious threat to health and safety, Monroe County has activated several cooling stations across the area to…
Police Log: June 24, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests – June 23 Incidents – June 23 Incidents – June 22 Accidents – June 23 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…
Residents can call 2-1-1 to find local cooling centers during extreme heat
INDIANA – With extreme summer temperatures expected in Indiana over the next several days, cooling centers will be open across the state for those in…
