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Orleans Town Offices closed today
ORLEANS- Town Officials have announced that Orleans Town Offices will be closed today. Staff will be working remotely and available through email.
Lawrence County Commissioners Issue Yellow Travel Advisory
LAWRENCE CO. —In response to public safety concerns and adverse conditions, the Lawrence County Commissioners have officially declared a Yellow Travel Advisory for the entire…
Woman arrested for alleged threatening to bomb Monroe County Emergency Dispatch Center
BLOOMINGTON—Bloomington Police have arrested a local woman after she allegedly called the department claiming she would kill people and planned to attack the Monroe County…
Get your WBIW Basketball Handbook as the 2025 season heats up
LAWRENCE COUNTY- The 2025 basketball season may be heading into its final stretch, but the excitement is far from over — and fans across southern…
Holiday leftovers & your pets: What’s safe to share and what’s not
BEDFORD — As holiday gatherings wind down and refrigerators fill with Christmas leftovers, veterinarians are reminding families to think twice before sharing festive foods with…
Bedford Firefighters to host kids Christmas event on December 19
BEDFORD — Bedford Fire Local 728 is inviting families to celebrate the start of Christmas Break with a festive evening at Fire Department Headquarters on…
NLCS elementary schools announce holiday program schedule
BEDFORD — North Lawrence Community Schools is celebrating the season with a full slate of elementary holiday programs, giving families several opportunities to watch students…
Orange County 4-H Junior Leaders open enrollment for 2025–2026 program year
PAOLI — Orange County 4-H is inviting local youth in grades 6–12 to join the 4-H Junior Leaders program for the 2025–2026 year, offering students…
City of Bloomington Common Council will meet in a special session on Monday, Dec. 15
BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington Common Council will meet in a special session on Monday, December 15, at 4:00 p.m. The meeting will be…
Fugitive arrested after struggle with deputies; Faces multiple drug charges
BEDFORD—A Bedford man wanted on an outstanding warrant was arrested Tuesday evening following a physical altercation with Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office deputies, leading to the…
