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First Steps Council schedules hybrid meeting for November 5th
October 20, 2025
INDIANAPOLIS — The First Steps Interagency Coordinating Council (ICC) has announced details for its upcoming meeting, which will be held in a hybrid format to accommodate both in-person and virtual...
Oolitic lifts fire ban
October 20, 2025
OOLITIC— The Town of Oolitic has officially lifted its outdoor burn ban, concluding a period of restrictions put in place to mitigate the fire risk caused by dry weather and drought conditions. ...
South Lawrence Utilities announces start of fall hydrant flushing
October 20, 2025
LAWRENCE CO. — South Lawrence Utilities (SLU) announced that it will begin its Fall hydrant flushing program on Monday, October 27, 2025. Customers are advised that the essential maintenance ...
Mitchell man charged with stalking and invasion of privacy after violating protective order
October 20, 2025
MITCHELL — A Mitchell man is facing felony charges after allegedly violating a protective order by repeatedly driving near his ex-wife’s home. Paul E. White, 66, has been charged with inva...
Salvation Army seeks bell ringers, Opens Angel Tree applications for Lawrence County Christmas help
October 20, 2025
BEDFORD — The Salvation Army of Lawrence County is launching its crucial Christmas efforts, announcing that applications are now open for the Angel Tree program and urging the community to sign up ...
Courtroom security concerns at “all-time high,” says Chief Justice Rush
October 20, 2025
INDIANA — Indiana’s court system is facing unprecedented security challenges, with threats against judges on the rise, according to Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta Rush. Chief ...
Confused by road construction; INDOT clarifies who maintains your road
October 20, 2025
INDIANA — The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) recently took to social media to help Hoosier residents determine which agency is responsible for maintaining the state’s roadways. ...
Scott County first responder recovering at home after life-threatening illness
October 20, 2025
SCOTTSBURG — Dillon Williams, a dedicated 26-year-old EMT with Scott County EMS and a volunteer firefighter with the Vienna Township Volunteer Fire Department, has returned home and is undergoing p...
Indianapolis man arrested on OWI charges in Lawrence County; prior conviction noted
October 20, 2025
BEDFORD — A 25-year-old Indianapolis man, Jordan C. Williams, was arrested early Saturday, October 10, in Lawrence County, after being pulled over for a traffic violation and subsequently failing a...
Altrusa of Bedford supports community with donations and service plans
October 20, 2025
BEDFORD — The Altrusa International of Bedford club gathered on October 13 at the Southland Church of Christ Annex for their monthly meeting, focusing on current community needs and future service ...