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DNR seeks public opinion on forestry strategic plan
INDIANA—The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) plan for the strategic direction of the DNR Division of Forestry is now available for public comment. “Science-based,…
Man behind bars after swinging hammer at roommate
BEDFORD – A Bedford man is facing charges of battery with a deadly weapon and intimidation after Bedford Police officers responded on October 26 at…
Man arrested after slapping woman during argument and she files charges
BEDFORD — Bedford Police Department officers arrested a man following a battery that occurred during a domestic dispute on October 22 in a home located…
Bedford Man arested on OWI charges after rear-end collision
BEDFORD—Bedford Police Dispatch received a 911 call at 3:47 p.m. on October 23, reporting a rear-end collision at Lincoln Avenue and 5th Street intersection. Officer…
Oolitic man arrested on domestic battery charge following hospital visit
OOLITIC— An Oolitic man was arrested after the Oolitic Town Marshal responded to a domestic dispute report. Michael Collins, a 37-year-old resident of 226 Hoosier…
Bedford woman charged with multiple felonies in methamphetamine investigation
BEDFORD— A Bedford woman was arrested on several severe drug offenses following an investigation by the Indiana State Police. Melissa D. Kern, 51, faces multiple…
Lawrence County couple faces charges for animal neglect
BEDFORD — Micayla Patton and Billy Patton, residents in the 700 block of Old US Highway 50 East, have been charged with animal neglect following…
U.S. Postal Service urges voters mail their ballots by today ahead of November 5 Election
WASHINGTON — With just days until Election Day on November 5, the United States Postal Service (USPS) urges voters to mail their ballots early to…
Free Purdue Extension Nutrition Education Program launches in Bedford with take-home meal kits
BEDFORD—The Purdue Extension Nutrition Education Program is set to launch a comprehensive four-week nutrition course in Bedford. The course will offer participants both educational resources…
Ivy Tech Bloomington to host Human Library®
Bloomington— Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington is hosting the Human Library® Tuesday, Nov. 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Shreve Hall. The Human…