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Property Transfers: January 9

January 9, 2026

Filed January 8: Jay Jacobs to Christopher Evans, 737 O Street, Bedford 47421, $49,900. Legacy Woods Development LLC to The Scott Morrison Living Trust, Parcel on Yockey Road, Mitchell 47446, ...

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Bloomington Parks and Rec seeks final public input for five-year master plan

January 9, 2026

BLOOMINGTON — Bloomington Parks and Recreation is making a final call for public input as it prepares to complete its next five-year master plan, a document that will guide decisions on spending, f...

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Registration closing soon for 2026 Virtual Master Gardener Basic Training

January 9, 2026

BEDFORD — Registration is closing soon for the 2026 Virtual Master Gardener Basic Training program offered through Purdue Extension, with applications due by Tuesday, January 14. The statewide t...

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Christopher Noel has announced candidacy for Marshall Township Trustee

January 9, 2026

BEDFORD – My name is Christopher Noel, and I am running for Marshall Township Trustee because I believe township government works best when it is responsive, fiscally responsible, and focused o...

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The Lawrence County Commissioners release agenda for January 13 meeting

January 9, 2026

LAWRENCE COUNTY – The Lawrence County Commissioners will meet on January 13at 9:30 a.m. at the Lawrence County Courthouse. The agenda for the meeting is as follows and is subject to change: ...

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The Bedford Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet Jan. 15, see the agenda early

January 9, 2026

BEDFORD – The Bedford Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet on Thursday, January 15, at 1:30 p.m. in the Hauck House commons. The agenda for the meeting is as follows: l. Cal...

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Filing period gains momentum as more candidates join 2026 primary races

January 9, 2026

LAWRENCE COUNTY — Filing for the 2026 primary election continued Thursday, with the Lawrence County Clerk’s Office seeing a steady stream of candidates seeking local and state offices. Buil...

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Hatfield Elementary to launch Robotics Club for second graders this February

January 9, 2026

MITCHELL – Hatfield Elementary School will launch a new Robotics Club for second-grade students beginning February 5, 2026, offering young learners an early, hands-on introduction to robotics, ...

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Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce prepares for Business After Hours on January 14th

January 9, 2026

MITCHELL – The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce is inviting business leaders, professionals, and community members to connect at a special Business After Hours event on Wednesday, Januar...

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Jeff Lytton announces candidacy for Lawrence County Council District 3

January 9, 2026

LAWRENCE COUNTY – Jeff Lytton has announced his intention to seek election to the Lawrence County Council District 3. Lytton has served as a councilman for the last 6 years. Jeff and Bern...