Obituary: Trent Speer

BLOOMINGTON – Trent Speer, 57, of Bloomington, passed away on Friday, April 14, 2023 at his residence. Born October 26, 1965, in Bedford, he was…

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Bluejackets win third straight game in three days, beating Washington 8-1

By Noah Dalton MITCHELL – Mitchell High School have won their third game in a row, beating Washington 8-1 on Thursday night. This game marks…

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Bloomington Sunday bus rides are free until the end of April

BLOOMINGTON – All Sunday Bloomington Transit rides are FREE until the end of the month (April 30, 2023). This is in celebration of the expanded…

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North Lawrence Community Schools board discusses contract terms for next superintendent

BEDFORD – The North Lawrence Community Schools board hosted a public hearing on Thursday to discuss the terms of the contractual agreement that will be…

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Police Log: April 21, 2023

Bedford Police Department Arrests – April 21 Incidents – April 19 Incidents – April 20 Accidents – April 20 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –…

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The quick action of firefighters prevented a home from being consumed by fire

BEDFORD – Firefighters from Lawrence County Fire Territory and Shawswick Volunteer Fire Department firefighters responded to a report of a house fire at 1051 Vinegar…

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A crescent Moon leaves ideal viewing of the Lyrid meteor shower

INDIANA – The annual Lyrid meteor showers will be visible again in Indiana. The meteor shower is visible through April 29 but will peak on…

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Grants available for Veteran’s Services

INDIANA – Grants for Veteran’s Services (GVS) is a grant program administered by the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA). Applicants must be nonprofit organizations…

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Jennings County girls win dual meet with Stars

By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Ellie Anderson won two events and anchored a successful relay, scoring the bulk of Bedford North Lawrence’s points during…

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Stars walk away with 6-5 victory over Devils

By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – After so many squandered opportunities, Bedford North Lawrence made the most of the last chance. Trailing by a run…

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