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AM I THE LAST DEMOCRAT? · HARRAH'S HOOSIER PARK: SOMEMORE BLUE EVENS THINGS UP WITH WHOOMP IN INDIANA SIRE STAKES · THE SHERIFF ARGUMENT AND PUTING CRITICS DOWN. · ATTORNEY GENERAL ROKITA ANNOUNCES LARGEST BIG TECH SETTLEMENT IN INDIANA HISTORY · WVUT STEPS AWAY FROM PBS — AND SHOWS INDIANA WHAT LOCAL PUBLIC TELEVISION CAN LOOK LIKE WITHOUT FEDERAL STRINGS · FEMA INTAKE CENTERS BEGIN OPENING FRIDAY IN NORTHWEST INDIANA · CATCH ME RIDIN’ BUGGY: LAWRENCE COUNTY’S QUIET WAR WITH THE ORIGINAL FREE MEN ON THE LAND · REVIEW CONTINUES FOR 30-PLUS INDIANA COUNTIES IN FEDERAL DISASTER AID REQUEST · NECESSARY UPGRADES: LAWRENCE COUNTY LOOKS AT SHERIFF COMMAND STRUCTURE AND PROSECUTOR PAY · FEMA TO MEET WITH THOSE IMPACTED BY FLOOD, STORMS IN METAMORA, LAUREL · MATT BAIR, FAMILIAR VOICE OF INDIANAPOLIS TRAFFIC AND RECOVERY ADVOCATE, DIES AT 48 · INDIANA ASKED ABOUT A NEW SNAP RULE. HERE’S WHAT PEOPLE SAID · SOUTHERN INDIANA BLUES FEST RETURNS TO BILL MONROE MUSIC PARK WITH STACKED LINEUP · AUGUST 27 RECAP: NORTHWEST INDIANA NEWS YOU MAY HAVE MISSED TODAY · IU AND BROWN COUNTY LAUNCH SUSTAINING HOOSIER COMMUNITIES PARTNERSHIP WITH 14 LOCAL PROJECTS · INDIANA STATE PLAYS TO SCORELESS DRAW AT EASTERN ILLINOIS · SOUTH MAIN STREET GETS ITS NEXT PHASE IN SALEM · ROLLS-ROYCE TO HIRE 100 ENGINEERS FOLLOWING $1 BILLION INDIANA INVESTMENT · JENEE’ TRIMBLE: A CANDACE OWENS FOR SCENTSY WINE MOMS · LOST DOG REUNITED WITH FAMILY IN EVANSTON 12 YEARS AFTER DISAPPEARING, MICROCHIP SCANNED IN GARY · SOLAR PANELS OR SOYBEANS? GREENE COUNTY’S FARMLAND DEBATE INTENSIFIES · BEARS WON'T CHANGE NAME IF THEY MOVE TO INDIANA, MCCASKEY SAYS · SHINING THE TURD: THE CONVENTION CENTER HOTEL AND THE JOBS BLOOMINGTON DOESN’T NEED · SCRIPTLESS IN SEATTLE TO PERFORM IN GREENSBURG SATURDAY · AM I THE LAST DEMOCRAT? · HARRAH'S HOOSIER PARK: SOMEMORE BLUE EVENS THINGS UP WITH WHOOMP IN INDIANA SIRE STAKES · THE SHERIFF ARGUMENT AND PUTING CRITICS DOWN. · ATTORNEY GENERAL ROKITA ANNOUNCES LARGEST BIG TECH SETTLEMENT IN INDIANA HISTORY · WVUT STEPS AWAY FROM PBS — AND SHOWS INDIANA WHAT LOCAL PUBLIC TELEVISION CAN LOOK LIKE WITHOUT FEDERAL STRINGS · FEMA INTAKE CENTERS BEGIN OPENING FRIDAY IN NORTHWEST INDIANA · CATCH ME RIDIN’ BUGGY: LAWRENCE COUNTY’S QUIET WAR WITH THE ORIGINAL FREE MEN ON THE LAND · REVIEW CONTINUES FOR 30-PLUS INDIANA COUNTIES IN FEDERAL DISASTER AID REQUEST · NECESSARY UPGRADES: LAWRENCE COUNTY LOOKS AT SHERIFF COMMAND STRUCTURE AND PROSECUTOR PAY · FEMA TO MEET WITH THOSE IMPACTED BY FLOOD, STORMS IN METAMORA, LAUREL · MATT BAIR, FAMILIAR VOICE OF INDIANAPOLIS TRAFFIC AND RECOVERY ADVOCATE, DIES AT 48 · INDIANA ASKED ABOUT A NEW SNAP RULE. HERE’S WHAT PEOPLE SAID · SOUTHERN INDIANA BLUES FEST RETURNS TO BILL MONROE MUSIC PARK WITH STACKED LINEUP · AUGUST 27 RECAP: NORTHWEST INDIANA NEWS YOU MAY HAVE MISSED TODAY · IU AND BROWN COUNTY LAUNCH SUSTAINING HOOSIER COMMUNITIES PARTNERSHIP WITH 14 LOCAL PROJECTS · INDIANA STATE PLAYS TO SCORELESS DRAW AT EASTERN ILLINOIS · SOUTH MAIN STREET GETS ITS NEXT PHASE IN SALEM · ROLLS-ROYCE TO HIRE 100 ENGINEERS FOLLOWING $1 BILLION INDIANA INVESTMENT · JENEE’ TRIMBLE: A CANDACE OWENS FOR SCENTSY WINE MOMS · LOST DOG REUNITED WITH FAMILY IN EVANSTON 12 YEARS AFTER DISAPPEARING, MICROCHIP SCANNED IN GARY · SOLAR PANELS OR SOYBEANS? GREENE COUNTY’S FARMLAND DEBATE INTENSIFIES · BEARS WON'T CHANGE NAME IF THEY MOVE TO INDIANA, MCCASKEY SAYS · SHINING THE TURD: THE CONVENTION CENTER HOTEL AND THE JOBS BLOOMINGTON DOESN’T NEED · SCRIPTLESS IN SEATTLE TO PERFORM IN GREENSBURG SATURDAY ·

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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…

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

Harvest of Quilts Exhibition Opening

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Event

Oct 15, 2026 at 12:00pm • Evansville

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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 …

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

Back to the Fifties Festival

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.