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Mitchell Winter Guard invites young performers to “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” clinic
January 21, 2026
MITCHELL — The Mitchell Winter Guard is calling all aspiring young performers for a day of flags, fun, and “colorful creativity.” On Sunday, March 1, the team will host its “Somew...
Monroe Lake announces “Winter Wander” hike series
January 21, 2026
BLOOMINGTON — For those who believe the best adventures happen when you leave the trail behind, Monroe Lake has announced the return of its popular Wander Series. These guided, off-trail excursions...
Man arrested for domestic dispute and resisting arrest
January 21, 2026
BEDFORD – A Bedford man was arrested Thursday evening following a physical domestic dispute that resulted in a struggle with responding officers. Troy Keith Eads, 56, faces multiple preliminary...
Trophies of Grace brings faith, fellowship and the outdoors to men’s event hosted by Hillcrest Christian Church Feb. 28
January 21, 2026
BEDFORD — An outdoor-themed faith outreach is coming to Bedford later this month as Hillcrest Christian Church hosts a Trophies of Grace sportsman’s dinner for men. The event will take place F...
Seymour swimmers sweep Stars
January 21, 2026
SEYMOUR – Seymour swept past Bedford North Lawrence during high school swimming action on Tuesday night. The Owls posted a 125-57 win in the girls meet, followed by a 139-33 triumph in th...
Police Log: January 21, 2026
January 21, 2026
Bedford Police Department Incidents – January 20 1:16 a.m. A medical emergency was reported in the 600 block of 19th Street 2:10 a.m. A person was at the Police Department to report h...
North Lawrence Community Schools to host its Kindergarten Welcome events in March
January 21, 2026
LAWRENCE COUNTY – North Lawrence Community Schools will host its Kindergarten Welcome events in early March, providing families with an opportunity to meet school staff, learn more about kinder...
23rd Annual Farmers Breakfast set for Feb. 9 at Pewter Hall
January 21, 2026
BROWNSTOWN – The Community Foundation of Jackson County, Purdue Extension Jackson County, and Premier Companies Ag & Energy Services will host the 23rd Annual Farmers Breakfast on Monday, F...
Springville Community Academy to welcome former students to annual Senior Breakfast and Final Walkthrough
January 21, 2026
SPRINGVILLE – Springville Community Academy will welcome former students back this spring for its annual Senior Breakfast and Final Walkthrough, celebrating graduating seniors as they return to...
Scottsburg posts 36-29 win over BNL
January 21, 2026
Wyatt Philpott SCOTTSBURG – Scottsburg won four matches on the mat while clipping Bedford North Lawrence 36-29 during high school wrestling action on Tuesday night. BNL’s lone competitiv...