Commissioners sign contract with Purdue Extension Lawrence County

BEDFORD – On Tuesday, the Lawrence County Commissioners signed an agreement with Purdue Extension Lawrence County to continue their services. Ophelia Davis presented the contract….

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Commissioners take steps to fix heating at Courthouse

BEDFORD – On Tuesday morning, parts of the Lawrence County Courthouse were without heat. There is no heat to the west side and the basement…

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Bloomington’s Freeze Fest highlights winter fun

Bloomington- Winter is more than just sledding and hot cocoa. Bloomington’s Freeze Fest is an event for families to get out and see something new…

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Obituary: John Mark Powell

October 28, 1942 – December 23, 2024 John Mark Powell was born in Paoli, Indiana, to John Thomas and Dorothy Marie Pinnick Powell on October…

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Feds slam the brakes on funny electronic messages

INDIANA – Humorous and quirky messages on electronic signs will soon disappear from highways and freeways nationwide. The U.S. Federal Highway Administration has given states…

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Governor Holcomb issues executive order to expedite transportation of propane in Indiana

INDIANA — Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb has issued an executive order to help expedite the transportation of propane in the Hoosier State. The order, filed…

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Police Log: January 16, 2024

Bedford Police Department Arrests – January 15 Incidents – January 15 Incidents – January 14 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – January 15 Incidents –…

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Oolitic Town Council will meet in executive session on Thursday, Jan. 18

OOLITIC – The Oolitic Town Council will meet in an executive session on Thursday, January 18. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the…

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Thoroughly clean snow off your car — including the roof

INDIANA – There is no law in Indiana making it illegal to clear your vehicle of snow and ice. Still, police say beware – that…

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Orleans residents in need have a new resource for food assistance

ORLEANS – Orleans residents in need have a new resource for food assistance. The Orleans Food Pantry grand opening is Thursday, January 18, from 10:00…

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