News across Lawrence County
First freeze dates for Indiana as cold weather warnings hit
INDIANA – As millions of people face heat advisories warning of dangerous temperatures across the South, frost advisories were issued in five states. The alerts...
Wanted Maryland man arrested after high-speed pursuit ends in submerged Fall Creek crash
INDIANAPOLIS — A high-speed interstate pursuit involving a stolen vehicle ended with a vehicle submerged in Fall Creek on Sept. 13, leading to the arrest...
City of Bedford
Published September 15BOIL ORDER LIFTED- Crawford Drive
Effective immediately on September 17, 2026 the precautionary boil order has been lifted for the ...
Federal Reserve poised to raise interest rates as AI boom and energy costs fuel inflation fears
WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve is widely expected to raise benchmark interest rates this week for the first time since July 2023, signaling a hawkish...
Knights of Columbus to host Red Cross Blood Drive amid national shortage
BEDFORD — The Knights of Columbus will host an American Red Cross blood drive on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m....
Fast-finishing Stars surge to sweep of Artesians
By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Proving the worn-out proverb – everybody has heard “It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish” – to...
Bedford Utilities issues precautionary boil order following water main repair
BEDFORD — Bedford City Utilities has issued a precautionary boil order, effective immediately on Monday, September 14, 2026, for select residents following repairs to a...
Knights of Columbus Council 1166 raises more than $22,000 in 49th Annual Tootsie Roll Drive
BEDFORD — Knights of Columbus Council 1166 has raised more than $22,000 to date through its 49th annual Tootsie Roll Drive, benefiting local children and...
Distinguished Young Women Program offers national college scholarships and life skills training for high school seniors
BEDFORD – Distinguished Young Women (DYW) is a scholarship program that combines the chance to win college scholarships with an opportunity to develop life skills...
Bedford man arrested on OWI charges after early-morning traffic stop near school zone
BEDFORD — A 58-year-old Bedford man was arrested early Thursday morning on multiple operating while intoxicated charges after police observed his vehicle driving at extremely...
Indiana High Schools invited to participate in national Poetry Out Loud recitation competition
INDIANAPOLIS — High school students across Indiana will have the opportunity to develop public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and deepen their appreciation for literature through...
Orleans Chamber highlights new Art Gallery 1815 and fall event lineup at September meeting
ORLEANS — Local business owners and community members gathered at Feminine Mystique on September 10 for the Orleans Chamber of Commerce’s September “Breakfast Chat.” During...