News across Greater Bedford
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...
Study highlights policy and financial barriers to oral healthcare for pregnant Hoosiers
INDIANA — A recent report detailing oral healthcare access in Indiana highlights growing concern over policy, financial, and employment barriers that prevent pregnant women across...
The 2027 Best National Universities: Indiana institutions stand out in latest rankings
INDIANA — Higher education institutions across Indiana are celebrating major honors following the release of the U.S. News & World Report 2027 Best Colleges rankings....
FEMA announces more than $17 million to support communities in Region 5 as they strengthen their resilience against future disaster
INDIANA – On Sept. 19, FEMA announced more than $17 million in grant funding to Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin. This funding will... The post FEMA announces more than $17 million to support communities in Region 5 as they strengthen their resilience…
Police Log: September 23, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests – September 23 Incidents – September 23 Incidents – September 22 Accidents – September 22 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –...
No.14 Bloomington South rolls to sweep of BNL
By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Some nights, the enemy within is the greater challenge. Other nights, it’s the one on the other side of...
Stars earn ‘morale’ points during 1-0 loss to Bloomington North
By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – If there’s truly “no such thing as a moral victory” in competition, with the scoreboard reflecting the simplistic conclusion...
Deadline extended to September 25: $35 million available for partnerships to combat feral swine
INDIANA – The application deadline for the Feral Swine Eradication and Control Pilot Program has been extended to this Friday, September 25, 2026. USDA made available...
Governor Mike Braun announces Governor’s Arts Award nominations are open
INDIANA – Governor Mike Braun today announced that nominations are open for the 2026 Governor’s Arts Awards, the highest honor the state gives in the arts,...
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...
Lawrence County Independent Schools Board of Trustees set to hold regular meeting
BEDFORD — The Board of Trustees of Lawrence County Independent Schools (LCIS) will convene for a regular public meeting on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026. The...
Lawrence County EMA and first responders conduct hazardous materials tabletop exercise
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) partnered with local and state first responders to execute its annual hazardous materials tabletop exercise, focusing...