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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.

Bob Taylor 3 Aug 7, 2026

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Bloomington’s Quiet Wins: Competence, Connection, and a City Still Building

“This took years of work, honest evaluation, and a lot of people pulling in the same direction."

Kristen Withers Aug 7, 2026

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Habitat Alert Highlights Gunfire Near Osage Place: Bloomington’s Steady Safety Decline

The site was becoming “more dangerous and a public safety concern.”

Mr.Newz 2 Aug 7, 2026

Fall Look-Ahead: Lawrence County & the 812

Fall in the limestone hills is still one of the better times to be outside!

Mr.Newz 2 Aug 5, 2026

From Quarries to Landmarks: Limestone’s Quiet Role in America’s 250th Year

The Pentagon’s exterior is Indiana limestone.

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Summer’s Last Stretch: Nature Cafés, Trails, and Why Folks Still Choose the Hills

It is a quiet, practical close to a season

Bedford’s Commercial Rebound: $32 Million in 2025 and a Pipeline Still Moving

Bedford recorded $32 million in commercial investment during 2025

Mr.Newz 2 Aug 5, 2026

Dyers & Co. Clothing Expands in Linton with New Shopping Center Location

The business traces its roots to Kim Baker Dyer.

Worthington Solar Moves Forward in Greene County with Local Approvals and 150 MW Plans

County Council approved an Economic Revitalization Area designation

Bedford Police Pension Board Set to Review Two New Officer Candidates August 12

These pension reviews are a standard, required step under Indiana law.

Filling the Gaps: The 51-Acre Martin State Forest Expansion and Long-Term Conservation Strategy in Southern Indiana

Indiana’s state forests have always been works in progress.

Professionalizing Rural Tourism: Greene County’s Next Step, with Lessons from Brown County’s Proven Path

Rural tourism succeeds when it treats visitors as temporary neighbors rather than targets.

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Opinion

Saved from the Cell: Hoosier Helicopter Parents Freaking Out Over Unplugging Kids

Parents do not need to fear the adjustment.

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Opinion

Data Centers: You're gonna love em'

"We're building the future one rack at a time."

Golden Gables, gone but not forgotten.

"The drunk stop at 2 a.m."

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Lawrence County's Budget Difficulties, Monroe County's been there, done that.

Error-Driven Shortfalls and Reserves

Skylar Lehr Aug 5, 2026

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Downtown Shoals Boom: New Businesses Breathing Life into Main Street

In a small town like Shoals, every new business does more than fill a building

Skylar Lehr Aug 5, 2026

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Opinion: The Skepticism Trap – Why Shoals (and Too Many Small Towns) Are Their Own Worst Enemy When New Businesses Arrive

GOOD LUCK NOT OPENING TILL 8 O’CLOCK,

Skylar Lehr 1 Aug 5, 2026

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Make Forty’s Famous Fish Sandwich at Home!

Forty’s Famous Fish Sandwich right in your own kitchen!

Skylar Lehr 1 Aug 4, 2026

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Preparing Hoosier Students for the 2026-2027 School Year: Device Policies, Health Education Updates, and Practical Steps for Families

As the 2026-2027 academic year approaches, Indiana families, including those in Lawrence County, face several statewide policy changes that will shape the daily experience of students.

Skylar Lehr Aug 4, 2026

Spotlight on 4-H Excellence: Local Youth Achievements at the 2026 Lawrence County Fair

The 2026 Lawrence County Fair, held at the Lawrence County Fairgrounds, recently concluded another successful season of competition.

Skylar Lehr Aug 4, 2026

Around Indiana aggregated headlines

Lawrence County Sheriff's Department adopts statewide jail management system

BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Sheriff's Department is transitioning to INjail, a statewide data and jail management software system designed to connect ...

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Lawrence County Commissioners approve $42,000 contract for Courthouse Plaza structural evaluation

BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Commissioners have approved a $42,000 contract with architecture firm Architura Corporation to evaluate potential structural d ...

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Only six spots left for Team OC's Rising Stars Talent Competition

PAOLI — Team OC welcomes all youth to sign up for their 2nd Annual Rising Stars of Orange County Youth Talent Competition. The talent competition will take ...

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Flights grounded in Chicago, power knocked out as severe weather pounds Illinois, Indiana

Severe weather has cut power in the Chicago area and northwestern Indiana

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Indiana transportation construction groups call for state road funding fix

"We are facing a fiscal cliff that jeopardizes years of work of infrastructure excellence," said Brian Gould, executive director of Build Indiana Council.

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Miss Jay County, court members serve scoops at Indiana State Fair

Miss Jay County fair queen Peyton Carpenter, first runner-up Macee Stephen and second runner-up Lillian Johnson serve ice cream to fairgoers in the Pioneer Village area of India…

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The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a * Tornado Warning for... La Porte County in northwestern Indiana...

The National Weather Service in Northern Indiana has issued a * Tornado Warning for… La Porte County in northwestern Indiana… Until noon CDT. * At 1111 AM CDT, severe thundersto…

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Severe storms, damaging winds likely in central Indiana Tuesday

Central Indiana faces severe storms, damaging winds, and flash flooding today, August 11, with a heat advisory also in effect.

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Lawrence County Commissioners approve sale of two county-owned properties

BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Commissioners have officially passed a resolution to sell two county-owned real estate properties via public auction. The deci ...

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Lawrence County commissioners approve renewal for Suicide and Overdose Fatality Review program

BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Commissioners approved a contract renewal for the Lawrence County Health Department to continue its Suicide and Overdose Fatal ...

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Local Events from DO812

Upcoming happenings across the 812

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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…

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.

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 …

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 …

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.