Work has begun on updating security issues at the jail

BEDFORD—An inspection of the jail noted several security issues that needed to be addressed to keep it up to date and meet safety standards for…

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Company will review county’s phone and alarm bill systems

BEDFORD— On Tuesday morning, Auditor Paula Stewart updated the commissioners on the duties of Espy Services for a Telecom Expense Review. The company finds errors…

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Officials praise Purdue Extension and Lawrence County Fair officials

BEDFORD – Emergency Management Director Valerie Luchauer and Sheriff Greg Day praised Purdue Extension and fair officials for taking the necessary steps to keep people…

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Courthouse windows will be cleaned

BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Commissioners approved a one-time payment of $2,440 to Fish Window Cleaning. They will clean all the exterior glass, including all…

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Obituary: Robert Eugene Waggoner

July 10, 1967 – July 9, 2024 Robert Eugene Waggoner, 56, of Bedford, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at Brickyard Healthcare Bloomington Care Center….

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Dubois County Fair shuts down Midway rides due to “situation”

DUBOIS CO. – The Dubois County Fair was shut down on Monday due to a “situation.” Dubois County Fairgrounds announced on Facebook Monday night that…

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Lawrence County updating Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance and permits

BEDFORD— Emergency Management Director Valerie Luchauer told the commissioners this morning that she is working on updating the Lawrence County Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance and…

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Hoosier farmers and landowners broke conservation record for the third year in a row

INDIANA —In a remarkable achievement for sustainable agriculture, the latest results from the Conservation Tillage Transect survey reveal that 1.7 million acres of farmland across all crops…

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Graduation of the 85th Indiana State Police Recruit Academy

INDIANAPOLIS – Graduation of the 85th Indiana State Police Recruit Academy is Thursday, July 18, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. The event will be held in the…

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Lawrence and surrounding counties are under a flood warning

LAWRENCE CO. – Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible today. Portions of central Indiana, including Lawrence and surrounding counties, are under…

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