Public Safety
FDA takes steps to restrict 7-OH opioid products threatening American consumers
INDIANA- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today is taking a bold step to protect Americans from dangerous, illegal opioids by recommending a scheduling action…
Heated debate as commissioners approve school resource officers for BNL
BEDFORD – A contentious Lawrence County Commissioner meeting on Tuesday morning saw two of the three commissioners vote in favor of a memorandum of understanding…
Lawrence County pursues Next Generation 911 upgrade; Lauds Warming Shelter’s heat wave efforts
BEDFORD – Lawrence County is moving towards a significant upgrade of its emergency communication infrastructure, with Emergency Management Director Valerie Luchauer leading the initiative to…
School bells to ring next week: Drivers urged to exercise caution for returning students
BEDFORD – The summer break is nearing its end for thousands of students across Southern Indiana, with classrooms set to welcome pupils back next week….
Seymour Department of Public Works encourages recycling-friendly snack choices for back-to-school
SEYMOUR — The Seymour Department of Public Works is advising residents to consider recycling guidelines when purchasing after-school snacks, encouraging them to choose items with…
Police Log: July 29, 2025
Bedford Police Department Incidents – July 28 Incidents – July 27 Accidents – July 28 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – July 28 Incidents –…
Men’s shelter extends cooling center hours through Wednesday amidst extreme heat
BEDFORDÂ – As the region continues to grapple with extreme heat, the Men’s Shelter, located at 1414 H Street, in Bedford, has announced extended hours of…
New Indiana laws bolster support for first responders
INDIANA – Indiana’s police, firefighters, and first responders, who routinely confront stressful and dangerous situations in the line of duty, will benefit from new state…
Fentanyl test strips now legal in Indiana amid overdose crisis
INDIANA – Fentanyl test strips, previously considered drug paraphernalia, are now officially legal in Indiana, a move aimed at combating the state’s escalating overdose crisis….
Indiana State Police intensify “Move Over” enforcement campaign
INDIANA – The Indiana State Police (ISP) are stepping up efforts to enforce the state’s “Move Over Law,” targeting drivers who fail to yield to…












