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BNL seniors learn a final lesson as Salem spoils the celebration on the courts with 5-0 victory
By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Life teaches lessons every day. So does tennis. Just when you think a shot was an unreachable winner, or...
374 Lawrence County Second Graders Explore Careers at “Careers on Wheels” Event
LAWRENCE COUNTY — Nearly 400 local second-grade students had the opportunity to see potential career paths come to life during “Careers on Wheels,” a county-wide...
Volunteers needed for Bedford Day of Caring on October 2
BEDFORD — The City of Bedford is partnering with the United Way of South Central Indiana for a Day of Caring on Friday, October 2,...
Rep. Houchin applauds passage of Ratepayer Protection Act to ensure data centers pay for their own power
WASHINGTON, D.C. —Congresswoman Erin Houchin (IN-09) released the following statement after the House passage of H.R. 9340, the Ratepayer Protection Act. “The American people should...
Kentucky man arrested for public intoxication outside Mitchell liquor store
MITCHELL — A Kentucky man was arrested on Wednesday, September 10, 2026, after authorities responded to reports of an intoxicated individual bothering customers outside a...
Royalty and tradition: Meet the contestants vying for the 2026 Persimmon Festival Queen Crown
MITCHELL — The 2026 Persimmon Queen Contest is preparing for another year of competition, giving contestants the opportunity to earn the title of Persimmon Festival...
Governor Braun appoints Mitch Frazier President of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation
INDIANA – Indiana Governor Mike Braun today announced the appointment of Mitch Frazier as president of the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC), effective Oct. 5, 2026....
Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County expands reach with new Dubois County affiliate
BEDFORD — The Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County (BGCLC) announced the upcoming launch of the Boys & Girls Club of Dubois County, an...
Mitchell Community celebrates library card sign-up month with local business discounts
MITCHELL — To mark Library Card Sign-Up Month this September, the Mitchell Community Public Library is partnering with several local eateries to offer exclusive discounts...
Celebrate fall and kick off to Persimmon Festival at Spring Mill State Park’s Candlelight Tour
MITCHELL — Fall is officially in the air, and Mitchell’s Tri Kappa chapter is inviting the public to step back in time for one of...
Federal District Court vacates Houston South Project Decision, ending seven-year legal battle
INDIANA— In a major ruling for Southern Indiana conservation efforts, a federal district court has vacated the U.S. Forest Service’s decision to move forward with...
Congresswoman Houchin’s bill to name American Mastodon and T. Rex national symbols passes House
WASHINGTON — Today, H.R. 9191, the National Fossil Act, led by Congresswoman Erin Houchin (R-IN-09) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI-06) passed the House of Representatives....