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Daviess County Confirms Measles Case

Daviess County health officials have confirmed one lab-tested case of measles. County Health Officer Dr. Merle Holsopple says measles is highly contagious and spreads through the air. The virus can linger for up to two hours after an infected person leaves. People who aren’t vaccinated are at risk, while the...

Daviess County, IN · 21h

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Homeless woman faces theft charges after alleged shoplifting incident at Rural King

BEDFORD — A homeless Bedford woman is facing theft charges following an alleged shoplifting incident at Rural King, with local police investigating her potential involvement in recent thefts at multiple other area retailers. Kimberly Elizabeth Waggoner, 32, is the subject of an arrest warrant request filed by the Bedford...

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Police Log: November 10, 2026

9:08 p.m. Jennifer R. Harrell, 41, Bedford, wanted on a warrant for a petition to revoke probation. 12:41 a.m. Officers were out with a person in the 2920 block of Great Escape Drive. 3:03 a.m. Traffic stop on State Road 37 at 5th Street. 3:22 a.m. A medical emergency was...

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Mitchell mother charged with neglect of a dependent resulting in death after toddler sustains fatal burns in bathtub

MITCHELL— A Mitchell woman faces a felony charge of neglect of a dependent resulting in death after her young child died from severe burn injuries and drowning in a bathtub on Thursday, November 5, 2026. Amanda B. Lane, 32, of 206 W. Hancock Avenue, was arrested following an investigation...

Mitchell, IN · 1d

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This Quiet Indiana Coffeehouse Is Hand-Scribing Bible Verses On Every Cup It Serves

Your coffee lid could come with a Bible verse riding on top. That small touch has become the calling card of one quiet coffeehouse in southwest Indiana. And yes, the verses really do land right there on the lids. Most coffee lids carry nothing more exciting than a sip hole...

Indiana, PA · 18h

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ISP: Mitchell woman arrested after infant dies after being found unresponsive in bathtub

MITCHELL, Ind. — A 32-year-old woman has been arrested after an infant was found unresponsive in a bathtub on Friday afternoon. According to Indiana State Police, the infant was transported to a local hospital, where she later died due to her injuries. An investigation at the scene, an interview at the hospital and witness interviews […]

Mitchell, IN · 2d

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Jasper parks will stay open after risk of closing

JASPER, Ind. (WEHT) — Some residents in Jasper are breathing a sigh of relief after the city decided to keep two parks open. The decision comes weeks after officials considered the idea of closing Seng Park due to low usage. Residents say they are overjoyed. The city was thinking about shutting down the parks and […]

Jasper, IN · 10h

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Seven Indiana Family Restaurants Still Run By The Same Family After Three Generations

Keeping a restaurant open for one generation is hard work, so keeping it in the same family for three or more is close to a small Hoosier miracle. The seven spots on this list have outlasted trends, highway changes, and plenty of copycats, and the same family names are still on the deed.

Indiana · 1d

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Washington City Council & Board of Works and Safety

The Washington City Council and Board of Works and Safety made quick work of Tuesday night’s business, completing all meetings in less than 22 minutes. The Council approved an additional appropriation of funds received by the Washington Police Department through drug enforcement forfeitures and seized assets. The ordinance passed on its final reading.

Washington, IN · 1d

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Tour 6 Bedford homes for Christmas and help cancer patients

Six Bedford-area homes decorated for Christmas will open to visitors Dec. 6 to raise money for Lawrence County residents with cancer. The Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services Christmas Tour of Homes will run from 1 to 6 p.m., according to a community announcement. All proceeds from the $20 tickets will help cancer patients in Lawrence County. The annual tour dates to the early 1980s and is a popular part of the area's holiday season, according to the announcement. Cassie Root and Debi Deer are coordinating the tour for Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services, or LCCPS. “Six homeowners have decorated their homes for Christmas and are helping us raise money to help cancer patients by allowing people to tour their beautiful homes,” Root said in the announcement. The six homes, all in the Bedford area, vary in size and style, with both modern and historic properties included. Two have appeared on the tour before and were brought back because of their popularity, according to the announcement. How the Christmas Tour of Homes works Visitors may tour the homes in any order between 1 and 6 p.m. Organizers are encouraging participants to vary the order in which they visit the properties to

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Deaconess Behavioral Health Pathways – Jasper Ribbon Cutting

Members of the media are invited to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Deaconess Behavioral Health Pathways – Jasper, celebrating a new behavioral health service in Dubois County. Event Details. What: Ribbon-cutting ceremony for Deaconess Behavioral Health Pathways – Jasper. When: Monday, November 16, at 4:00 p.m. ET. Where:...

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Indiana Foot and Ankle Transitions to Deaconess Health System

The experienced team at Indiana Foot & Ankle officially joins Deaconess Health System today, November 9, 2026. The practice will now operate as Deaconess Clinic Podiatry – Jasper. The practice’s providers, Dr. Michael (Chad) Nunamaker, DPM, Dr. Darin Serletic, DPM, and Dr. Travis Hubbuch, DPM, will continue caring for...

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Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company promotes Denni Hilgefort to mortgage loan officer

Springs Valley Bank & Trust Company recently promoted Denni Hilgefort to mortgage loan officer. Denni joined Springs Valley as a loan processor in March 2025 and transitioned to a mortgage lending assistant role in January 2026. In these roles, she gained hands-on experience with the lending process and worked closely with customers and the mortgage team to make each step as smooth as possible.

Dubois County, IN · 17h

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Ferdinand Christmas Pyramid honored with 2026 German Heritage Site Award

The Jasper Deutscher Verein proudly presented the 2026 German Heritage Site Award to the towering Ferdinand Christmas Pyramid on November 1. The presentation took place during the 2nd Annual Ferdinand Christmas Pyramid Lighting Ceremony, marking the first night the massive cultural monument was officially lit for the holiday season. This...

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Citizens Action Coalition hosts data center Q&A session in Jasper

JASPER, Ind. (WEHT) — One Citizens Action Coalition member spoke on the potential impacts of data centers. Residents, both curious and concerned, stopped by the Astra Theatre in Jasper for a forum along with a question-and-answer session. Bryce Gustafson of the citizens action coalition was on hand to inform residents about the consequences of data […]

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School board vacancy opens opportunity for District 1 residents

North Lawrence Community Schools is seeking District 1 residents interested in filling a school board seat that is expected to become vacant Jan. 1. Letters of interest must be received by Dec. 31, according to a community announcement. The person selected would serve a four-year term ending Dec. 31, 2030. The District 1 seat is held by Board Vice President Kirsten Collier, whose elected term expires Dec. 31. Collier does not intend to continue serving on the board, and no candidate filed for the seat in the Nov. 3 general election. Who can apply for the District 1 seat Applicants must meet the legal qualifications for serving as the District 1 representative, including residency requirements. District 1 includes Indian Creek Civil Township, Perry Civil Township and part of Spice Valley Civil Township in Lawrence County. A map showing the district boundaries is available on the North Lawrence Community Schools website at northlawrencecommunityschools.org/school-board/schoolboard-districts . Residents who are unsure whether they live within District 1 may contact the Lawrence County Voter Registration Office at 918 16th St., Suite 200, Courthouse Plaza, Bedford or call 812-277-2036. How to submit a letter of interest Letters should include the applicant's name, residential address, telephone number,

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Republican Party Calls Caucus to Select Dubois County Clerk of the Circuit Court, Dubois County Surveyor, and Dubois County Council, At-large Member.

The Dubois County Republican Party has scheduled a caucus to fill the recent vacancy of the office of Dubois County Circuit Court Clerk, and the upcoming vacancies of the Dubois County Surveyor, and Dubois County Council, At-large member. The caucus will take place on Sunday, November 22, 2026, at 5:30...

Dubois County, IN · 2d

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UDO Amendments Headline Plan Commission Meeting

The Jasper Plan Commission reviewed a rezoning request and proposed changes to the city’s development regulations, including updates aimed at accommodating future housing and business needs. Swampy Properties LLC petitioned for rezoning at a property at 2423 Newton Street from R2, Single Family Residential), to B1, Neighborhood Business. Emma...

Jasper, IN · 2d

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Bedford woman arrested for domestic battery following dispute with mother over vehicle transportation

BEDFORD — A Bedford woman was arrested and placed into the custody of the Lawrence County Sheriff following a physical altercation with her mother on November 5, 2026. Allison Irwin, 36, of Bedford, faces a requested charge of domestic battery following an investigation by the Bedford Police Department. According...

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Bedford man arrested for public Intoxication after found stumbling in roadway

BEDFORD — A Bedford man was arrested late Thursday night after police observed him stumbling into traffic while heavily intoxicated, capping off an evening that had already drawn complaints from a local homeowner. Forrest Desaillan, 36, of Bedford, was taken into custody on November 6, 2026, and booked into...