News across Lawrence County
Needmore Elementary unveils new playground
BEDFORD — Needmore Elementary students now have a new place to play, with the school recently completing the installation of a brand-new playground. The new...
Dangerous heat forces schedule modifications for Oolitic trash collection
OOLITIC — Town officials in Oolitic have issued an urgent notice regarding trash collection scheduled for Thursday, September 17, 2026. Due to dangerous temperatures expected...
City of Bedford
Published September 16Hometown Heroes Banner Program
Due to the tremendous response to the Hometown Heroes Banner Program, the City of Bedford ...
Indianapolis native serves with Navy’s first unmanned patrol and reconnaissance squadron
MAYPORT, FL – Petty Officer 2nd Class Adrian Garnett, a native of Indianapolis, Indiana, serves in the U.S. Navy, assigned to Unmanned Patrol Squadron 19...
Animal Welfare League of Montgomery County hopes community will step up to help pets in shelters this month
MONTGOMERY COUNTY – Throughout the entire month, Best Friends Animal Society is sponsoring adoption fees at the Animal Welfare League of Montgomery County, giving local families...
Two women cited for Walmart skip-scanning scheme; One jailed on prior convictions
BEDFORD — A self-checkout “skip-scanning” incident at the Bedford Walmart led to criminal theft charges against two women and sent one to the Lawrence County...
GM Invests In Bedford Plant To Expand Transmission Production
General Motors is investing in its Bedford, Indiana, manufacturing operations to expand production of 8-speed and 10-speed transmissions used in the automaker’s trucks and SUVs.
Jarrett Beckett appointed Fire Training Coordinator for Indiana Homeland Security Districts 8 and 9
INDIANAPOLIS — Jarrett Beckett has stepped into the role of Districts 8 and 9 Fire Training Coordinator for the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS)...
Bedford Middle School to celebrate BMS Reads Week
BEDFORD — Bedford Middle School will celebrate BMS Reads Week next week with a variety of activities designed to promote the joy of reading and...
Medora turns Pink for Hope: 17th annual festival unites community in fight against cancer
MEDORA — Main Street in downtown Medora will transform into a sea of pink ribbons, community spirit, and shared purpose as the 17th annual HOPE...
Bedford Housing Authority announces key changes to waiting lists for Public Housing and Section 8 Vouchers
BEDFORD — The City of Bedford Housing Authority has issued a public notice detailing significant changes to its affordable housing programs, including the upcoming closure...
Upcoming workshop targets heirs’ property challenges to protect housing stability and build wealth
INDIANA — Housing advocates, legal professionals, and community leaders will convene on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, for a high-impact workshop designed to tackle one of...