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Bloomington Common Council sets agenda for Nov. 5 meeting
October 31, 2025
BLOOMINGTON — The Bloomington Common Council is set to hold a regular session on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers (#115) of the Showers Building, 401 N. Morton St. The public...
Lawrence County Commissioners will meet Nov. 4
October 31, 2025
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Commissioners will convene on Nov. 4 at 9:30 a.m. for their regular meeting, where a key item on the agenda is the Distribution of Opioid Settlement Funds. The commiss...
Internet comedian Carolanne Miljavac brings “She Laughs” show to Mitchell Opera House
October 31, 2025
MITCHELL — Get ready for an evening of southern charm and sharp wit as internet sensation and bestselling author Carolanne Miljavac comes to the Mitchell Opera House. Miljavac is scheduled to perfo...
American Legion Auxiliary to host annual Holiday Bazaar
October 31, 2025
BEDFORD — The American Legion Auxiliary in Bedford is scheduled to hold its annual Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale on Saturday, Nov. 15, inviting the community to shop for handcrafted goods and suppor...
Police Log: October 31, 2025
October 31, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests- October 30 1:10 p.m. Dianda Roberts, 32, Williams, Wanted on a warrant 4:45 p.m. Caleb Hamm, 21, No address given, Possession of marijuana Incidents- ...
City of Bloomington to offer free leaf collection weekly through December 31st
October 31, 2025
BLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington will provide a free weekly curbside leaf collection from Monday, Nov. 3, to Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025. Residents should place bagged leaves at the curb on the...
Lawrence County Redevelopment Commission seeking proposals for environmental services
October 31, 2025
BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Redevelopment Commission is seeking qualified firms and individuals to provide professional environmental services to assist with the evaluation of a vacant building o...
BNL program to feature first-time wrestlers
October 31, 2025
Wrestling rookies Peyton Smith, Elysin Guffey, Bristol Kim, Abby Tipton and Braeleigh Bex will compete for BNL’s girls wrestling program in 2025-26. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD R...
Rebuilding Stars showcase a few surprises during intrasquad scrimmage debut
October 31, 2025
BNL’s Sammie Nusbaum rises for a shot over Audrey Hoffman during the annual intrasquad scrimmage on Thursday night. Nusbaum scored 13 points in three quarters of work. By Justin Sokeland WBIW....
JC’s Christian Academy opens on-site testing center, begins ILEARN preparation
October 30, 2025
BEDFORD — JC’s Christian Academy has opened its own on-site testing center, allowing students to complete Indiana Department of Education ILEARN assessments without traveling to Bloomington o...