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3J Creations by Kelsey

Creative handmade goods and custom work by Kelsey.

Skaros Discount Barn

Discount retail and bargains.

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Bubble Tea Barn

Bubble tea and related treats.

Butterfly Hill

Local business — follow for current offerings and updates.

Sweets & Treats Self Serve Bake Stand

Self-serve bake stand offering fresh treats

Craft Connections

Crafting and creative services.

It is Well Creations / This Old Barn Crafts

Handmade crafts and creations

The Wonky Scrapper

Scrapbooking, paper crafts, and creative supplies.

Persimmon Ridge Farm LLC

Local farm products and offerings

Amy’s Creations

Handmade creations and crafts.

The New Family Honey

Local honey producer offering pure, natural honey from the Bedford area. A true small-batch, local product.

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Old 50 Garage & Hardware

This local shop serves Lawrence County with the tools!

Mr.Newz Aug 5, 2026

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Rustic Crumb Bakery

This is the place to watch for fresh mini cakes, bite-size desserts, cookies, and other from-scratch treats.

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Around Indiana aggregated headlines

Quality Correctional Care to provide on-site dental services at Lawrence County Jail

BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Commissioners have approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Quality Correctional Care (QCC) to deliver dedicated dent ...

WBIW

Lawrence County Joins Statewide INjail System: What It Means For Southern Indiana

BEDFORD — The Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department has adopted Indiana’s statewide jail management system known as INjail. The move is part of a broader effort to replace a patc…

More than half a million without power in Chicago area, NW Indiana amid severe weather

Intense storms left damage across the Chicago area and northwest Indiana and left more than half a million people without power on Tuesday.

NBC Chicago

Bears eye second Hammond site as Indiana push advances

“We’re doing some due diligence on a second site in Hammond,” McCaskey told reporters during a Bears media event at Stevenson High School, according to NBC-5 Chicago.

chicagobusiness

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 ...

WBIW

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 ...

WBIW

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 ...

WBIW

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

WSB-TV Channel 2 - Atlanta

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.

Indianapolis Business Journal

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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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.