City of Mitchell issues boil order to certain areas due to water main break

MITCHELL- Due to a water main break, a boil water advisory is in effect until further notice for 740 N Meridian and south to Spring…

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Targeting child exploitation lands Bedford man behind bars

BEDFORD – A Bedford man is behind bars on felony charges after police found him with child sexual abuse material. Paul Brown, 66, Bedford, is…

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Two arrested in Interstate 65 road rage shooting near Henryville

HENRYVILLE – Charges have been filed against two individuals involved in a road rage incident along Interstate 65 last Friday that resulted in one person…

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WBIW Christmas Card Cash Contest winners announced

BEDFORD—WBIW’s Christmas Card Cash contest is in full swing, and the winners from weeks one and two have been announced! Week 1 WBIW received a total…

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City of Bloomington prepares Hopewell Commons for community enjoyment

BLOOMINGTON— The city’s newest park, located in the planned Hopewell Development neighborhood just west of the B-Line Trail and Seminary Square Kroger, is nearly complete. Milestone Contractors has removed the…

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IU President Pamela Whitten highlights growth, student success in 2024 State of the University address

BLOOMINGTON — Indiana University President Pamela Whitten delivered her 2024 State of the University address Tuesday, emphasizing institutional achievements while facing a year marked by…

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Breanna Courter named 2025 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship recipient by Martin County Community Foundation

LOOGOOTEE – Breanna Courter, a senior at Loogootee High School, has been named the recipient of the prestigious 2025 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship, awarded by…

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Washington man arrested after stabbing incident on Hillcrest Avenue

WASHINGTON – Officers from the Washington Police Department responded to a reported stabbing at 400 Hillcrest Avenue on Wednesday, December 11, at approximately 2:53 p.m….

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Mitchell Community School Board of Trustees will meet in special session on Monday, Dec. 16

MITCHELL – The Mitchell Community Schools Board of Trustees will meet in a special meeting on Monday, December 16, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting is…

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Master Gardener Basic Training Course coming to Lawrence County in 2025

BEDFORD – Gardening enthusiasts, mark your calendars – The Lawrence County Extension Office is excited to announce the Master Gardener Basic Training Course for 2025,…

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