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Temporary closure on Weaver Road at county line for culvert installation
October 30, 2025
LAWRENCE/MONROE CO. — Motorists traveling between Monroe and Lawrence Counties should note a temporary closure on Weaver Road today as Monroe County crews work to install a new culvert. Weaver R...
Police Log: October 30, 2025
October 30, 2025
Bedford Police Department Arrests – October 29 7:30 p.m. Sebastion R. Green, 24, communication intimidation, obstruction of justice, invasion of privacy Incidents – October 29 ...
Taco dinner kits recalled after containing cocoa mix packets instead of the intended taco seasoning
October 30, 2025
INDIANA – Teasdale Foods, Inc. has announced an urgent recall of specific taco dinner kits distributed across more than two dozen states due to the potential presence of undeclared milk. This p...
Portage man arrested for child exploitation
October 30, 2025
PORTAGE – On October 29, 2025, Anthony J. Davis, 23, was arrested in the 6400 block of Hannah Drive in Portage. The arrest was the culmination of an investigation conducted by the Indiana State...
Stars on the stairway to sectional heaven as they prepare to host Shelbyville in semifinal
October 30, 2025
BNL coach Brayden Tidd will guide the Stars (7-3) into semifinal action against Shelbyville (5-5) in Class 4A Sectional 23 on Friday night. By Justin Sokeland WBIW.com BEDFORD – Does th...
Boys & Girls Club seeks basketball team sponsors for upcoming season
October 29, 2025
BEDFORD — The Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence County is seeking sponsors for its upcoming basketball season to help cover the costs of shirts, referees, equipment, and other expenses associated w...
Stay safe this Halloween with tips from Bloomington Riley Children’s Health pediatricians
October 29, 2025
BLOOMINGTON – Riley Children’s Health pediatricians encourage children and adults alike to stay safe when out and about on Friday, Oct. 31. Brechin Newby, MD “Every year, we see little wit...
DNR offers free admission to properties on Day after Thanksgiving to encourage ‘Opt Outside’
October 29, 2025
INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is inviting Hoosiers to celebrate the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, November 28th, by getting outdoors. DNR properties that typic...
BMV warns Hoosiers of sophisticated new text scams mimicking official website
October 29, 2025
INDIANA — The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) is issuing an urgent warning to residents regarding a new wave of highly sophisticated text message scams. The fraudulent messages are designed ...
Bedford business owner Belinda Hicks recognized during National Women’s Small Business Month
October 29, 2025
BEDFORD — In recognition of National Women’s Small Business Month, attention is on Belinda Hicks, owner of Cedar Hill Catering and Southern Style Boutique. Hicks founded Cedar Hill Catering in Mi...