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Police Log: January 2, 2026
January 2, 2026
Bedford Police Department Arrests- December 31 12:44 p.m. Arnold Jones, 33, Bedford, Wanted on a warrant 12:44 p.m. Kaden Williams, 35, Mitchell, Battery resulting in bodily injury Arre...
November 2025 marked a month of legal activity and somber goodbyes
January 2, 2026
LAWRENCE CO. — November marked a month of intense legal activity and somber goodbyes in Lawrence County, highlighted by a historic drug bust and the passing of two deeply respected community leader...
Surging Stars hoping to unmask Huskies during Saturday matinee
January 1, 2026
BNL’s Sammie Nusbaum and the Stars (11-4) will seek their fourth straight win when they host Evansville North on Saturday afternoon. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Masquerade m...
October 2025: Local growth, state partnership and courtroom closure in murder case
January 1, 2026
LAWRENCE CO. – October closed out with a flurry of activity across the local area, highlighting positive developments in Indiana’s agricultural sector and high school athletics, as well a...
September 2025: A community morns, airport renovations and more
January 1, 2026
BEDFORD – September 2025 was a month marked by a mix of national tragedy, local progress, and a community mourning the loss of a beloved figure. A National Tragedy and Legal Proceedings A...
September 2025: A community mourns, airport renovations and more
January 1, 2026
BEDFORD – September 2025 was a month marked by a mix of national tragedy, local progress, and a community mourning the loss of a beloved figure. A National Tragedy and Legal Proceedings A...
BNL to star in double-feature Raiders flicks during opening day of Southridge tournament
December 31, 2025
BNL’s Jace Nicholson and the Stars (1-4) will clash with South Ripley and Southridge during the first day of the Southridge tournament on Friday. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD –...
August 2025: Leadership transitions and a tragic case of neglect
December 31, 2025
BEDFORD – August 2025 was a month of significant changes and somber news, with a local leader stepping down, a new head of state parks being named, and an alarming case of neglect resulting in ...
Police Log: December 31, 2025
December 31, 2025
Bedford Police Department Incidents- December 30 1:14 a.m. Report of theft from a vehicle in the 2000 block of 6th Street 3:24 a.m. Traffic violation at 19th Street and Washington Avenue ...
July 2025: Legal Milestones and Community Justice
December 31, 2025
BEDFORD – July 2025 was a month marked by significant developments in the Lawrence County legal system, as a high-profile murder case came to a conclusion and a dedicated juvenile justice offic...