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James Randall Clark Memorial Pickleball Court dedicated in Orleans
ORLEANS – Orleans Town officials gathered along with members of the Randy Clark family and residents Thursday afternoon for a brief ceremony to formally dedicate...
City of Bedford
Published September 18City Sign Ordinance
The City of Bedford sign ordinance is available for review at ...
ATTENTION, FESTIVAL FOODIES! Mitchell Persimmon Festival is serving up a weeklong feast of BBQ, sweet treats & hometown favorites
MITCHELL — The sweet, distinct aroma of roasting BBQ, bubbling grease, and freshly baked persimmon treats is about to take over downtown Mitchell. As Lawrence... The post ATTENTION, FESTIVAL FOODIES! Mitchell Persimmon Festival is serving up a weeklong feast of BBQ, sweet treats…
New HIP Work Requirement Town Hall dates announced
INDIANA – FSSA, in partnership with Covering Kids & Families, will host a series of public town halls across the state to help HIP members, providers,...
Indiana State Police seeks recruits for Motor Carrier Inspectors, including Seymour Post
INDIANA – The Indiana State Police is accepting applications for Motor Carrier Inspectors (MCI). The MCI positions will staff permanent scale facilities in Fort Wayne, Lowell,...
The Lawrence County Commissioners will meet Sept. 22
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Commissioners are scheduled to hold their regular public meeting on Tuesday, September 22, at 9:30 a.m. at the Lawrence County...
Residents affected by recent storms urged to navigate FEMA assistance, insurance, and SBA loans
INDIANA — Residents impacted by recent severe weather must navigate a multi-step recovery process involving insurance claims, federal disaster assistance, and potential low-interest loans. Federal...
Attorney General Todd Rokita secures nearly $34.7 million for Hoosier consumers in auto lending settlement
INDIANA – Attorney General Todd Rokita announced today that his office has secured a multistate settlement with Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC) that will deliver nearly...
Gov. Braun to replace SNAP benefits for residents in disaster area counties
INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana Governor Mike Braun has taken decisive action to support Hoosiers recovering from recent disasters. Earlier this month, Gov. Braun directed the Indiana Family and...
Police Log: September 18, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests- September 17 Incidents- September 17 Accidents- September 17 Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Incidents- September 18 Incidents- September 17 Accidents- September 17
Stars keep shutout streak during 0-0 stalemate with Seymour
BEDFORD – Bedford North Lawrence kept its shutout streak intact. Just not its winning streak. The Stars recorded their fifth consecutive shutout while battling Seymour...
Christmas in September? Senior Stars ready to open final gift in sectional at Otis Park
By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Tradition on Senior Day dictates a color splash, a wild uniform, and a team victory for Bedford North Lawrence...