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Indiana October 2024 Employment Report
INDIANA—According to the Indiana Department of Workforce Development, the state’s unemployment rate in October was 4.4%. By comparison, the national unemployment rate reported for October…
Lawrence County Commissioners Approve New Procedure for Grant Fund Costs
BEDFORD—The Lawrence County Commissioners have approved a new procedure for determining allowable and unallowable costs on grant fund awards received by the county. This action…
Old Huron School approved as Helicopter Landing Zone for emergencies
BEDFORD, IN – The Lawrence County Commissioners have approved using the old Huron School property as a designated helicopter landing zone for emergencies. The Huron…
Lawrence County Commissioners approve Highway Superintendent’s request for Bridge Funding Assistance
BEDFORD– The Lawrence County Commissioners have approved Highway Superintendent Brian Sowder’s request to hire the Lochmueller Group to assist in securing federal aid for repairs…
Lawrence County Commissioners approve ordinances to vacate alley in East Oolitic
OOLITIC—This morning, the Lawrence County Commissioners approved two ordinances to vacate portions of an alley in the Farmers Addition to East Oolitic. The alley segments in…
Lawrence County is ready for first snowfall of the Season: Winter Weather, Wind, and Cold Temperatures expected Thursday
LAWRENCE CO. – Lawrence County is gearing up for the season’s first snow chance this week as weather conditions sharply turn toward winter. The day…
L.I.F.E. Food Pantry Stuff a Bus Event is at Jay-C Plus this Saturday: Support those in need this Holiday Season
BEDFORD – Southern Indiana’s Classic Hits 105.5 WQRK is teaming up with Jay-C Plus once again for a “Stuff a Bus” event on Saturday, November…
Bloomington Mayor Kerry Thomson announces December Public Engagement Opportunities
BLOOMINGTON – Mayor Kerry Thomson is hosting three public engagement events throughout December, providing residents with opportunities to connect with City leadership, share feedback, and stay…
Jackson County Recycles will host a free document shred event in Seymour
SEYMOUR—Jackson County Recycles will provide document shredding for residents and non-profits on Thursday, Nov. 21, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. They will be set up…
City of Mitchell announces Thanksgiving garbage collection schedule
MITCHELL—Mitchell city offices will be closed on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, in observance of Thanksgiving. There will be no trash pickup on…
