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LOCAL BAKER! · BEARS EXECUTIVES EXPECTED TO ADDRESS POSSIBLE MOVE TO NORTHWEST INDIANA · DEL TACO NEARING COMPLETION IN BEDFORD · SKYDIVER RESCUED IN INDIANA AFTER FALLING INTO HOMEOWNER’S TREE · SEYMOUR’S PROPOSED ANNEXATION: PLANNING FOR GROWTH ALONG THE BURKART CORRIDOR · DELAWARE COUNTY TEAMS TO RESUME WATER SEARCH FOR MISSING PERSON · HELP CHRISTINA'S HABITAT FUND GOAL! · LETTUCE PRICES SEE RECORD JULY DROP FOLLOWING CYCLOSPORA OUTBREAK · A CAREFUL LOOK AT WHAT THE BROWN COUNTY REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION IS WORKING TOWARD · WIDESPREAD POWER OUTAGES IN CHICAGO AREA, INDIANA AS STORMS PUMMEL THE REGION · SCHOOL CHOICE, THE CURRENT STATE AND HOW IS AFFECTS YOU. · TECHPOINT CELEBRATES NEXT GEN TECH TALENT THROUGH 2026 XTERN PROGRAM · COULD BEAU BAYH LOOK LIKE ANYMORE OF A DOOFUS? · SECOND STREET BRIDGE LANE CHANGES PAUSED FOLLOWING PUSHBACK FROM INDIANA LEADERS · INDIANA’S $1.86 BILLION SURPLUS AND NEARLY $4 BILLION IN RESERVES: WHAT IT MEANS FOR COUNTIES LIKE OURS · INSIDE WALLY’S FIRST INDIANA TRAVEL CENTER AND LARGEST LOCATION YET · ZEEKS SMALL ENGINE · INDIANA STATE FAIR'S GIANT CHEESE SCULPTURE IS BELOVED TRADITION · LAWRENCE COUNTY JOINS STATEWIDE INJAIL SYSTEM: WHAT IT MEANS FOR SOUTHERN INDIANA · SEVERE WEATHER KNOCKS OUT POWER IN ILLINOIS, INDIANA AND OHIO AS ‘RING OF FIRE’ STRIKES MIDWEST · FRENCH LICK IRONY: INDIANA DEMOCRATS HOLD THEIR “BIG IDEA” CONVENTION WHERE THEIR BASE CAN'T AFFORD TO SHOW UP · A NEW TOOL FOR KEEPING TRACK OF YOUR FILM SHOTS: FRAMES · INDIANA DEMOCRATS’ LONG SHADOW: AN IMAGE PROBLEM THAT WON’T QUIT · FLOODWATERS BLOCK ROADS, PROMPT EVACUATIONS IN SOUTHEASTERN INDIANA · LOCAL BAKER! · BEARS EXECUTIVES EXPECTED TO ADDRESS POSSIBLE MOVE TO NORTHWEST INDIANA · DEL TACO NEARING COMPLETION IN BEDFORD · SKYDIVER RESCUED IN INDIANA AFTER FALLING INTO HOMEOWNER’S TREE · SEYMOUR’S PROPOSED ANNEXATION: PLANNING FOR GROWTH ALONG THE BURKART CORRIDOR · DELAWARE COUNTY TEAMS TO RESUME WATER SEARCH FOR MISSING PERSON · HELP CHRISTINA'S HABITAT FUND GOAL! · LETTUCE PRICES SEE RECORD JULY DROP FOLLOWING CYCLOSPORA OUTBREAK · A CAREFUL LOOK AT WHAT THE BROWN COUNTY REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION IS WORKING TOWARD · WIDESPREAD POWER OUTAGES IN CHICAGO AREA, INDIANA AS STORMS PUMMEL THE REGION · SCHOOL CHOICE, THE CURRENT STATE AND HOW IS AFFECTS YOU. · TECHPOINT CELEBRATES NEXT GEN TECH TALENT THROUGH 2026 XTERN PROGRAM · COULD BEAU BAYH LOOK LIKE ANYMORE OF A DOOFUS? · SECOND STREET BRIDGE LANE CHANGES PAUSED FOLLOWING PUSHBACK FROM INDIANA LEADERS · INDIANA’S $1.86 BILLION SURPLUS AND NEARLY $4 BILLION IN RESERVES: WHAT IT MEANS FOR COUNTIES LIKE OURS · INSIDE WALLY’S FIRST INDIANA TRAVEL CENTER AND LARGEST LOCATION YET · ZEEKS SMALL ENGINE · INDIANA STATE FAIR'S GIANT CHEESE SCULPTURE IS BELOVED TRADITION · LAWRENCE COUNTY JOINS STATEWIDE INJAIL SYSTEM: WHAT IT MEANS FOR SOUTHERN INDIANA · SEVERE WEATHER KNOCKS OUT POWER IN ILLINOIS, INDIANA AND OHIO AS ‘RING OF FIRE’ STRIKES MIDWEST · FRENCH LICK IRONY: INDIANA DEMOCRATS HOLD THEIR “BIG IDEA” CONVENTION WHERE THEIR BASE CAN'T AFFORD TO SHOW UP · A NEW TOOL FOR KEEPING TRACK OF YOUR FILM SHOTS: FRAMES · INDIANA DEMOCRATS’ LONG SHADOW: AN IMAGE PROBLEM THAT WON’T QUIT · FLOODWATERS BLOCK ROADS, PROMPT EVACUATIONS IN SOUTHEASTERN INDIANA ·

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Could Beau Bayh Look Like Anymore of a Doofus?

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Indiana’s $1.86 Billion Surplus and Nearly $4 Billion in Reserves: What It Means for Counties Like Ours

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Indiana Democrats’ Long Shadow: An Image Problem That Won’t Quit

n places like Kokomo, federal intervention during the auto crisis helped stabilize a manufacturing base that might otherwise have collapsed.

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When the Camera Becomes the Cause: Civilian Auditing in Southern Indiana

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Flock Cameras in Greene County: Contracts, Coverage, and Current Status

The highest per capita camera coverage despite its modest population.

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Township Trustees and Boards: The Quietest Races Still on the 2026 Ballot

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Jenee Abram Trimble: Real Crusader for Taxpayers?

Trimble publicly offered help with property-tax appeals in exchange for signature sheets

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Governor Braun Taps Joshua Bain to Regulatory Commission

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Property Tax Reform Fallout: What SEA 1 Means for Lawrence County — and How Other Counties Are Handling It

Homeowners across Indiana are seeing modest property tax relief this year under Senate Enrolled Act 1. For local governments, the same law is producing a different kind of math.

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Skydiver rescued in Indiana after falling into homeowner’s tree

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Lawrence County weather update — Thu Aug 13, 8:24 AM EDT: 72°F, Clear sky

High near 90°F · Low around 70°F. Clear sky conditions. Updated 8:24 AM. View full interactive forecast → _Automated local weather snapshot · updates about every 4 hours._

Delaware County teams to resume water search for missing person

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Lettuce prices see record July drop following cyclospora outbreak

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Oct 17, 2026 at 10:00pm • Bedford Public Library

De-Flock our town

Robert Pennington is a graduate from Prager U and noted constitutional law researcher. He will hold a 1hr presentation on the current state of the Flock Camera System in Lawrence County. An overview of all local locat…

Event

Oct 16, 2026 at 5:00pm • Bedford First Assembly, 2601 27th Street, Bedford

Harvest of Quilts Exhibition Opening

Opening reception for the annual quilt show featuring traditional and contemporary works by local quilters. View exhibits, meet makers, and enjoy light refreshments. Free admission during opening hours.

Event

Oct 15, 2026 at 12:00pm • Evansville

Eville Shindig

Best hot rod, kustoms and rockabilly festival in the Midwest. If you love hot rods, kustom cars, trucks, motorcycles, vintage campers, pin up girls, rockabilly bands, swap meets, tattoos, lowbrow art, vendors of cool …

Event

Oct 10, 2026 at 1:00pm • Bedford Public Library, 1323 K Street, Bedford, IN

Autumn Story and Craft Afternoon

Family program featuring seasonal stories followed by a simple nature- or limestone-themed craft. Designed for children ages 4–10 with accompanying adults; materials provided. Free; no registration required.

Event

Oct 3, 2026 at 9:00am • Hobson Ford, 10050 State Road 37, Bedford, IN 47421 (or Lawrence County Fairgrounds, 11265 US Highway 50 West

Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services Car, Truck & Tractor Show

Annual benefit show featuring automobiles, trucks, tractors, and garden equipment. Entry fee supports local cancer patient services; awards, food vendors, and family activities included. Open to the public.

Event

Sep 25, 2026 at 5:00pm • Meet at Lawrence County Museum of History, 929 15th Street, Bedford

Limestone Heritage Walking Tour – Bedford Historic Square

Guided architectural and historical tour highlighting Bedford’s limestone buildings, courthouse square, and industry heritage. Registration recommended through Lawrence County Tourism; free of charge.

Event

Sep 25, 2026 at 5:00pm • Meet at Monroe County Courthouse Square

Historic Downtown Bloomington Walking Tour

Guided architectural and historical tour of the Courthouse Square Historic District, highlighting limestone buildings and local heritage. Free; registration recommended through Bloomington Parks or tourism channels.

Event

Sep 19, 2026 at 9:00am • Boone County Fairgrounds, Lebanon

Back to the Fifties Festival

Join us for great entertainment, vendors, classic cars and bicycles, and all that goes with a fun-filled, family friendly "Back to the Fifties Festival". The 244 custom cars attending were beautiful and the music was …

Event

Sep 19, 2026 at 10:00am • Downtown Mitchell square and Mitchell Community Public Library grounds, 804 West Main Street, Mitchell

Mitchell Persimmon Festival Preview Craft Fair

Local artisans display handmade crafts, baked goods, and persimmon-themed items in advance of the full Persimmon Festival. Free admission; family-friendly activities and light refreshments available.

Event

Sep 19, 2026 at 10:00am • Switchyard Park, 1601 S. Rogers Street, Bloomington, IN

Bloomington Fall Craft & Local Makers Fair

Local artisans and makers display handmade crafts, baked goods, and seasonal items. Family-friendly activities and food vendors available. Free admission.

Event

Sep 12, 2026 at 9:00am • Spring Mill State Park, 3333 State Road 60 East, Mitchell, IN

Fall Wellness Hike at Spring Mill

Guided moderate 2-mile hike focusing on seasonal flora, forest ecology, and limestone formations. Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Free with park admission.

Event

Sep 12, 2026 at 9:00am • Lower Cascades Park, 2851 N. Old State Road 37, Bloomington, IN 47404 (meet near the waterfall boardwalk)

Fall Wellness Hike at Cascades Park

Guided moderate hike along trails featuring seasonal foliage, creek views, and historic limestone features. Suitable for most fitness levels; sturdy shoes and water recommended. Free.

Event

Sep 12, 2026 at 12:00pm • Old National Events Plaza, Evansville, IN 47708

Evansville Raptor Con 2026

Pop-culture and media convention with comics, games, cosplay, celebrity guests, vendors, and related programming. Evansville’s largest event of this type.

Event

Sep 5, 2026 at 6:00pm • StoneGate Arts & Education Center, 931 15th Street, Bedford, IN

Lawrence County Rock Club Monthly Meeting

Monthly gathering of the Lawrence County Rock Club featuring discussion of local geology, limestone specimens, and upcoming field trips. Open to the public; visitors are welcome to bring specimens for identification.