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Indiana August 2026 Employment Report
INDIANA – The unemployment rate of the State of Indiana in August was recorded at 3.3% according to the Indiana Department of Workforce Development. By...
Indiana State Police investigate fatal crash at Gas City Park
GAS CITY PARK – On September 19, 2026, just before 3:30 a.m., first responders responded to a single-vehicle fatal crash at Gas City Park in...
Governor Braun issues Proclamation for Forensic Science Week, September 20-26, 2026
INDIANA – The Indiana State Police would appreciate media support in informing the public about the 14th Annual National Forensic Science Week occurring September 20-26, 2026....
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...
Police Log: September 20, 2026
Bedford Police Department Incidents – September 20 Incidents – September 19 Accidents – September 19 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests – September 19 Incidents –...
Police Log: September 19, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests – September 18 Incidents – September 19 Incidents – September 18 Accidents – September 18 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Arrests –...
Bedford Woman Arrested on Felony Forgery Charges
An Indiana State Police investigation led to a felony forgery charge against a Bedford woman after investigators examined documentation submitted to the Washington County Probation Department. On Sept. 15, the Washington County Probation Department contacted Indiana State Police…
Fabulous 14! Stars extend sectional streak with another victory at Otis Park
By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – As certain as death and taxes, with apologies to founding father Benjamin Franklin, Bedford North Lawrence is running out...
Mullis strikes down a record with seven goals as Stars overwhelm Jeffersonville
By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – With all the available gadgets to accurately calculate the feels-like temperature for the humid air and the broiling turf,...
After lightning delay, Beau-tiful BNL stars in Late Show during 43-12 victory over Seymour
By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – After waiting 90 minutes for God’s fireworks show to dissipate, Bedford North Lawrence’s own lightning bolt crackled out of...
Lawrence County Council Schedules Special Meeting for Sept. 23
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Council has issued a notice for a special meeting to be held on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 10:30 a.m....
Lawrence County Council to convene regular meeting Sept. 22
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Council will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 22, at 4:30 p.m. at the Lawrence County Courthouse in...