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Lawrence County downgraded to yellow travel advisory
January 30, 2026
LAWRENCE COUNTY – Lawrence County has been downgraded to a yellow travel advisory, Lawrence County Emergency Management Agency announced today. A yellow advisory is the lowest travel status...
City of Bloomington invites community to learn about Hopewell and a new approach to neighborhood development
January 30, 2026
BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington is inviting residents, builders, and community partners to take a closer look at Hopewell and a broader conversation about what housing attainability can ...
Low temperatures drive higher energy use; Duke Energy is here to help with ways to manage your bill
January 30, 2026
PLAINFIELD – Prolonged below-normal temperatures are pushing home energy use higher across Indiana, and higher use can mean higher bills. Duke Energy is sharing practical steps and flexible options...
South Bend man arrested for public intoxication after series of incidents in Bedford
January 30, 2026
BEDFORD — A South Bend man was taken into custody on Sunday after a multi-hour saga involving several local businesses, alleged theft, and a dangerously high blood alcohol level. Matthew David W...
Police Log: January 30, 2026
January 30, 2026
Bedford Police Department Incidents- January 29 6:24 a.m. Medical emergency in the 2000 block of Washington Avenue 6:36 a.m. Parking problem reported in the 2000 block of 16th Street 7:2...
Serving Hope fundrasing event for Hope Resource Center at Mundell Christian Church postponed to Feb. 6 due to weather
January 30, 2026
MITCHELL — A winter storm has forced the postponement of the Serving Hope fundraiser scheduled for Friday, Jan. 30, at Mundell Christian Church, with organizers rescheduling the event for Thursday,...
Federal Reserve holds rates steady amid DOJ criminal probe
January 30, 2026
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Reserve voted Wednesday to maintain its benchmark interest rate at 3.5% to 3.75%, a move that directly rebuffs President Trump’s calls for aggressive cuts. The deci...
Bedford Chamber to host “Breakfast with the Legislators” on Feb. 13
January 30, 2026
BEDFORD – Bedford Chamber of Commerce will host Breakfast with the Legislators on Friday, February 13, offering chamber members an opportunity to engage directly with state lawmakers in an open...
OCEDP sets March 5 date for 2026 Annual Dinner
January 30, 2026
FRENCH LICK – The Orange County Economic Development Partnership has announced the date for its 2026 Annual Dinner, inviting community leaders, business owners, and partners to mark their calen...
Oolitic man arrested after canine alerts officers to drugs during major meth seizure
January 30, 2026
OOLITIC — A routine traffic stop for a broken headlight on January 20, 2026, resulted in the seizure of over 200 grams of methamphetamine and the arrest of an Oolitic man on felony dealing charges....