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Woman sentenced to prison for dealing meth
BEDFORD – Lawrence Superior Court I Judge John M. Plummer III sentenced a Bedford woman to ten years in the Indiana Department of Correction after she pleaded guilty in a negotiated plea deal. Kaci L. Prewitt, 38, pled guilty to a Level 3 felony for conspiracy to commit dealing...
Housing construction begins in French Lick’s Klondike subdivision
FRENCH LICK – By the close of 2024, two houses could be constructed in the new Klondike workforce housing development in French Lick. Earlier this month, work began on constructing the first houses that will be built by the French Lick Resort to expand housing in Orange County. Getting...
Jackson County Fair opens, Fair Queen crowned
BROWNSTOWN, Ind. – The 2024 Jackson County Fair got underway Sunday evening in Brownstown and continues today, Monday, July 22, through this Saturday, July 27. One of the initial events was choosing the Jackson County Fair Queen Court on Sunday evening. Carly Kaiser was selected as the 2024 Jackson County Fair Queen. The first Runner Up was Lily Stogdill, and the second Runner Up went to Camryn Thompson. The honor of Miss Congeniality was bestowed upon Erin Lee.
Norman woman was arrested on drug charges after police stopped her vehicle for having no license plate
BEDFORD – A Norman woman was arrested on drug charges after Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Brenten Trueblood stopped a silver car in the area of Leesville Road on Friday, July 5, 2024, for not having a license plate on the vehicle. The driver was 44-year-old Kathryn Redelman....
Labor of Love: Summit on infant mortality to convene in Indianapolis this week
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Indiana Department of Health is hosting the annual Labor of Love infant mortality summit in Indianapolis this week. Organizers say this year’s theme is “Expecting More” – a call for more emphasis, action, and collaboration in continued efforts to improve infant and maternal health outcomes. The event is on Tuesday from […]
NAPD: 2 injured in double shooting in southern Indiana
NEW ALBANY, Ind. — Two men are hospitalized after a double shooting Monday night in southern Indiana. At about 7 p.m., New Albany police responded to a shooting in the 1800 block of Culbertson Avenue, about a half mile away from New Albany High School, according to a NAPD news release.
Lick Creek Band will perform on Saturday, July 27, at Lindley House Museum
PAOLI— The Lick Creek Band will entertain attendees this Saturday, July 27th, at the historic Lindley House Museum in Paoli’s 50th anniversary celebration. The event will run from 1:00 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. The public is encouraged to bring lawn chairs and set them up on the front lawn.
Libertarian candidate for Indiana governor to visit Jasper
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – The Libertarian Party of Dubois County has sponsored a meet and greet on behalf of gubernatorial candidate Donald Rainwater this weekend. Officials say Rainwater will be in attendance on July 27 at St. Benedict’s Brew Works, located on 128 Jackson Street in Jasper, from 5 to 7 p.m. Eastern Time. He […]
Man arrested after found stumbling in the roadway on 16th Street
BEDFORD – A Bedford man was arrested on Wednesday, July 17, on a charge of public intoxication after a Bedford Police officer spotted him stumbling alarmingly close to the left lane of 16th Street. Bedford Police Department Major Clint Swanson was on routine patrol in the area of 16th...
’90s Dance Party on The Knoll
Saturday, August 3rd, It’s going down – ’90s Dance Style – at Castle Knoll Amphitheater in Paoli Indiana with VANILLA ICE, C+C Music Factory – ’90s Dance Party on The Knoll. Tickets: www.etix.com. *Overnight accommodations available at Wilstem and Big Splash Adventure*
Heads up for BMS boys tennis players and parents: Information meeting announced
BEDFORD – Attention Bedford Middle School boys tennis players and their parents. An informational meeting is set for Thursday, August 1st, at 6:30 p.m. in the BMS auditorium. This meeting will prepare players and parents for the upcoming tennis season. Those attending can expect to learn about practice schedules,...
Want to ride the Polar Express in French Lick this holiday season? Get tickets now
Summer might be in session, but it's time to start planning holiday festivities and excursions. One in particular tends to sell out fast. We're talking about The Polar Express Train Ride in French Lick, Indiana. Here's what we know. What is The Polar Express Train Ride?. The Polar Express Train...
Irreverent Warriors welcoming new members
The Irreverent Warriors started a local chapter earlier this year. Their mission is to bring veterans together using humor and camaraderie to improve mental health and prevent veteran suicide. The local coordinator is Stacy Boehm who says a great thing about the group is that there are no barriers. Some...
2024 Miss Vanderburgh County Fair named
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT)- With the the first night of the Vanderburgh County Fair in the books, a new queen has been crowned. Rachel Pohl was given the title of 2024 Miss Vanderburgh County Fair during the Fair Queen Pageant event at the fair on Monday night. Rachel also received the Miss Congeniality award as voted […]
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