Obituary: Walter Coffman

June 8, 1932 – May 7, 2022 Walter Coffman, 89, formerly of Mitchell, passed away Saturday, May 7, 2022, at his home. Born June 8,…

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Bluejackets play winning baseball to conquer Stars 8-4

By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – The last time Mitchell claimed bragging rights in the county baseball rivalry, Jerry Chaney was working in the Bedford…

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Stars beat the rain for victory over East

By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Bedford North Lawrence couldn’t quite beat the rain on every court, but that’s the only thing that slowed down…

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Lawrence County Council will meet in executive session on Thursday, May 12th

BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Council will meet in executive session on Thursday, May 12, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held in…

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Gov. Holcomb makes appointments to various boards and commissions

INDIANA — Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced several appointments to various state boards and commissions. Indiana Election Commission The governor made two reappointments to…

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Daily closures start Tuesday on State Road 250 for chip seal operations

JACKSON/JENNINGS CO. — Indiana Department of Transportation maintenance crews plan to begin chip seal operations next week on State Road 250 in Jackson and Jennings Counties….

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IEDC’s Vaughn honored for service by SWIDC

INDIANA – The Southwest Indiana Development Council (SWIDC) honored the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) regional director Susan Vaughn with an award and gift for her…

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Southbound lane closure begins Monday night on I-65 in Bartholomew County

BARTHOLOMEW CO. – The right lane and shoulder of southbound I-65 is scheduled to close the evening of Monday, May 9, starting at 7 p.m….

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IU Health Bloomington dedication ceremony held to commemorate achievements

BLOOMINGTON – IU Health Bloomington at the Regional Academic Health Center highlights a commitment to investing in the future of healthcare for south-central Indiana and the…

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Hoosiers encouarged to protect themselves against tick bites

INDIANA — Indiana health officials are urging Hoosiers to protect themselves from tick bites during and after spending time outdoors as warmer weather increases tick…

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