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Two returning from fishing trip detained on alcohol and marijuana charges
MITCHELL – Lawrence County Police Department deputies arrested two men after their vehicle was stopped on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 1:55 a.m. for a faulty license plate light and no license plate. When he spotted the van, Deputy Shaun Cabral was patrolling State Road 37 near US 50...
Students raced through the streets at Lincoln Elementary School’s 5th Fun Run
BEDFORD— It was an exciting Friday morning at Lincoln Elementary School as 311 students dressed in Lincoln Fun Run shirts and some in superhero attire lined up at the starting line for the 5th Lincoln Fun Run. Music filled the air. There was laughter and kids busting moves as...
Baseball-size hail, tornadoes possible tonight in Bloomington, surrounding area
Bad weather is on the way: The National Weather Service in Indianapolis is warning of risk for tornadoes and hail of up to 2.5 inches in diameter across much of Indiana including Bedford, Ellettsville and Bloomington. A tornado watch was issued at 2:25 p.m. that lasts until midnight for Monroe, Greene, Lawrence, Morgan and Owen counties. ...
Police find more than 44 grams of meth and marijuana
BEDFORD – A Bedford man was arrested after police found him with more than 28 grams of meth. Police arrested 48-year-old Robbie Leatherman on charges of dealing and possession of meth over 28 grams. On Wednesday, May 1, 2024, a Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department deputy stopped a vehicle and...
Police Log: May 9, 2024
4:01 a.m. Jammal Underwood, 38, Bedford, intimidation with a deadly weapon, criminal confinement, obstruction of justice, domestic battery, resisting law enforcement. 12:35 a.m. Harassment reported in the 1000 block of 14th Street. 3:40 a.m. A medical emergency was reported in the 2000 block of Norton Lane. 4:01 a.m. Domestic fight...
Free meals at SCA this summer for all
Springville Academy would like to announce that they’ll be offering free summer meals for kids and teens aged 18 and under at the SCA from June 3, 2024, to July 26, 2024. Here are the details you need to know:. Dates: June 3, 2024, to July 26, 2024 (Closed...
Teen detained after testing positive for consuming alcohol
BEDFORD – On Saturday, May 4, Bedford Police officers responded to the 400 block of Rivervale Cabin Road after a Juvenile Probation officer reported they had a juvenile possibly under the influence of alcohol. Juvenile Probation officers Connie Bailey and Ashley Bridges reported the 14-year-old tested positive for alcohol...
Lawrence County Commissioner Dustin Gabhart defeated in primary
One incumbent lost his seat on the Lawrence County Board of Commissioners during Tuesday's Primary Election, and new faces advance to the General Election for both county council and auditor. Jeff McKnight defeated Dustin Gabhart to advance to the General Election. Republican McKnight is the most likely person to fill...
Bids are now being accepted for the construction of the first phase of Monon South Trail
SALEM – Bids are now being accepted for construction of the first phase of the Monon South Trail, a 62-mile recreation trail that will pass through Lawrence, Orange, Washington, and Clark counties. Sealed bids for Phase 1A will be received at Salem City Hall, 201 E. Market St., Salem,...
Baseball Game Preview: Batesville Hits the Road
The Batesville Bulldogs will head out on the road to square off against the Brownstown Central Braves at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Batesville's pitching crew has only allowed 3.9 runs per game this season, so Brownstown Central's hitters will have their work cut out for them. Last Saturday, it was...
Vertical Home Health offers outstanding care in the comfort and security of home
BEDFORD—Vertical Home Health Care, title sponsor of this year’s Senior Fair, which is hosted by Southern Indiana’s Classic Hits 105.5, 102.5 LiteFm, and 1340 WBIW, is dedicated to serving our community’s elderly. Located at 1017 14th Street in Bedford, they are there to be an extended family when you need it most.
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