Koch: District 44 benefits from over $27.5 million in broadband funding

STATEHOUSE — More Hoosiers in Senate District 44 are gaining access to high-speed internet thanks to laws spearheaded and supported by  State Sen. Eric Koch…

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Gov. Holcomb announces three state agencies secure 2024 Top Workplace award

INDIANAPOLIS— Governor Eric J. Holcomb today applauded three state agencies that received the 2024 Top Workplace award: the Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR), the Indiana…

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Bloomington nonprofits invited to apply for 2024 Digital Equity Grants

BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington invites nonprofit organizations to apply for funding to support their efforts to bridge the digital divide and increase digital…

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Secretary of State Diego Morales reminds eligible Hoosiers to GO VOTE

INDIANA – Today is Primary Election Day.  Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales reminds Hoosiers to GET OUT and VOTE! Polls will be open from…

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Lawrence County government is getting a new website

BEDFORD— On Monday morning, The Lawrence County Commissioners approved spending $25,803 from the professional services funds to develop a new county website. Lawrence County Administrative Director…

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Commissioners vote to distribute opioid settlement funds to the Salvation Army and Lawrence County Economic Growth Council Career Development

BEDFORD – Two more organizations received a share of the county’s opioid grant money on Monday mornings at Lawrence County’s Commissioners meeting. The Salvation Army…

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Commissioners sign contract to help with child support collections

BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Commissioners signed a contract with Dossett Consulting on Monday. “This helps reimburse the county for all expenses for child support,…

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Paving put on hold due to rain

BEDFORD – Lawrence County Highway Superintendent Brandi Webb told the commissioners Monday morning that crews are out mowing and washing bridges. “Paving has been delayed…

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Mock earthquake helps officials learn how to respond in an emergency

BEDFORD – Emergency Management Director Valerie Luchauer’s main job is planning for emergencies that might strike the county, such as flooding, tornadoes, hazardous materials, earthquakes,…

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Tuesday is Election Day – Get updated results on WBIW 1340 AM and WBIW.com

LAWRENCE CO. – Tuesday is Election Day. The polls open at 6:00 a.m. and close promptly at 6:00 p.m. Remember to bring a photo identification….

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