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BPD makes OWI arrest, Paoli woman faces felony OWI charges
October 22, 2025
BEDFORD — A Paoli woman was arrested and is facing a felony charge of operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) with a prior conviction following a traffic stop for a malfunctioning brake light o...
Schneck CFO Deborah Mann earns third consecutive national recognition
October 22, 2025
SEYMOUR — Deborah Mann, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Schneck Medical Center, has achieved national recognition for the third consecutive year, being named to Becker’s Hospital Review̵...
Bridge work planned on State Road 48 in Monroe County
October 22, 2025
MONROE CO. – Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Ragle, Inc., is scheduled to begin bridge deck overlay work on State Road 48 over Richland Creek on or after Saturday, October ...
Indiana Sustainability and Resilience Conference opens registration; Featuring Keynote Gina McCarthy
October 22, 2025
BLOOMINGTON— Registration is officially open for the 2026 Indiana Sustainability and Resilience Conference (ISRC), a premier event for Hoosier climate leaders focused on networking and knowledge-sh...
Becky’s Place Run for Hope 5K returns Thanksgiving morning
October 22, 2025
Above and Beyond Timing will provide official timing as part of the ABTiming race series. Runners and walkers can expect a lively atmosphere with music, friends, and family on hand, plus snacks avail...
Mitchell Community Public Library hosts “Thinking Money for Kids” event October 28
October 22, 2025
MITCHELL — The Mitchell Community Public Library is helping young readers get smart about money with a fun, hands-on event for children and their families. On Tuesday, October 28 at 4 p.m., kids ag...
Lake County multi-vehicle crash results in one fatality
October 22, 2025
LAKE CO. – On Tuesday, October 21, at approximately 10:45 a.m., troopers from the Indiana State Police Lowell District responded to a multi-vehicle crash on I-80 eastbound near the 6.4 mile-ma...
Bedford man arrested for criminal trespass after allegedly violating eviction order
October 22, 2025
BEDFORD — A Bedford man was arrested Monday morning after he allegedly returned to an apartment from which he had been recently evicted and formally trespassed. Johnny J. Kimmel, 46, of Bedford,...
Major safety recalls issued for Ford, BMW, Chrysler, and more; Drivers urged to check VIN
October 22, 2025
INDIANA — The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and various vehicle manufacturers have announced a broad range of safety recalls affecting numerous vehicles, including popular ...
Bedford Public Library to host free “Movie in the Park” featuring Hocus Pocus
October 22, 2025
BEDFORD — The Bedford Public Library invites the community to enjoy a magical autumn evening under the stars at its next Movie in the Park event. The library will present a free outdoor showing of ...