News across Greater Bedford
Orleans finalizes plans for 18th Annual Fall Fun Fest
ORLEANS — The Orleans Chamber of Commerce is putting the final touches on plans for the upcoming 18th Annual Fall Fun Fest, set to bring...
Indiana State Library to celebrate 10 years of Indiana Young Readers Center on Oct. 10; expand public access to state history through its online archives
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Library is inviting the public to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Indiana Young Readers Center with a free community... The post Indiana State Library to celebrate 10 years of Indiana Young Readers Center on Oct. 10; expand public access to…
Royalty Crowned: Marissa Blais takes the title at the 2026 Persimmon Festival Queen Contest
MITCHELL — Royalty and tradition took center stage Monday night as the community gathered for the annual Persimmon Festival, highlighted by the announcement of this...
Crowned in Mitchell: Zoey Maddox takes the title at Junior Miss Persimmon Festival Contest
MITCHELL — The excitement of festival season continued as local youth stepped into the spotlight for the Junior Miss Persimmon Festival Contest, culminating in the...
Little Miss Royalty: Lydia Cessna Crowned at the Persimmon Festival
MITCHELL — The excitement was electric as the annual Persimmon Festival continued with the ever-popular Little Miss Contest, bringing out bright smiles, proud families, and...
Mini Majesty: Jovee Endris takes the crown at the Persimmon Festival Mini Miss Contest
MITCHELL — The cuteness factor was off the charts as the annual Persimmon Festival rolled out the red carpet for the youngest stars of the...
From Pitch-Perfect to Persimmon-Perfect: WQRK and LiteFM Crown the Newest Persimmon Idol Champions!
MITCHELL — Local vocal talent was on full display as contestants took the Main Street Stage to compete for top honors at The Persimmon Idol...
Free ag tax education webinar to detail 2026 estate tax and planning rules
INDIANA — Agricultural producers, landowners, and farm families looking to navigate the complexities of estate planning can attend a free educational webinar titled “2026 Estate...
Mitchell’s Little Stars shine at 2026 Itty Bitty Persimmon Baby Contest
MITCHELL — Mitchell was filled with some of its smallest and cutest Persimmon Festival participants Sunday as the 2026 Itty Bitty Persimmon Baby Contest brought...
Lincoln Elementary PTO prepares for 3rd Annual Vendor Market in Bedford; Seeks community donations
BEDFORD — The Lincoln Elementary School Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) has officially kicked off preparations for its third annual Lincoln Vendor Market, set for Saturday, November...
Indiana DNR celebrates National Hunting and Fishing Day with Free Fishing, Youth Deer Season Sept. 26
INDIANA — Hoosiers are encouraged to head outdoors on Saturday, Sept. 26, to celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day, a statewide celebration highlighting Indiana’s rich...
Lawrence County Ministerial Alliance host Vesper Service for Annual Persimmon Festival
MITCHELL — The Lawrence County Ministerial Alliance will host the annual Persimmon Festival Vesper Service on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at the...