🎒 2026–2027 LAWRENCE COUNTY SCHOOL CALENDARS AT A GLANCE! 📚
As summer moves along, it’s time for Lawrence County families to get ready for the upcoming 2026–2027 school year! Whether your child attends North Lawrence Community Schools (NLCS), Mitchell Community Schools (MCS), or Lawrence County Independent Schools (LCIS), we’ve gathered the essential dates and highlights so you can plan your family schedule, vacations, and holidays ahead of time. 🚨 Great News for Families: Major Breaks Align Across All 3 Districts! Planning trips and childcare is mu
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🕊️ OBITUARY: Mary (Neal) Thompson 🕊️
Mary (Neal) Thompson, 79, of Bedford, passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at Westview Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation in Bedford. Born in Bedford on January 3, 1947, to George W. "Bill" Neal and Betty (Hughes) Neal, Mary attended Shawswick High School. On July 30, 1976, she married Larry D. Thompson, who preceded her in death on July 9, 2025. Mary retired from General Motors in Bedford and was an active member of UAW Local #440 and New Hope Community Church. Survivors Include: • Children: Rh
🎒 2026–2027 LAWRENCE COUNTY SCHOOL CALENDARS AT A GLANCE! 📚
As summer moves along, it’s time for Lawrence County families to get ready for the upcoming 2026–2027 school year! Whether your child attends North Lawrence Community Schools (NLCS), Mitchell Community Schools (MCS), or Lawrence County Independent Schools (LCIS), we’ve gathered the essential dates and highlights so you can plan your family schedule, vacations, and holidays ahead of time. 🚨 Great News for Families: Major Breaks Align Across All 3 Districts! Planning trips and childcare is mu
RECAP: Lawrence County Commissioners Meeting (July 28, 2026)
Here is the breakdown of today's meeting agenda, along with key highlights, unexpected developments, and a major hot mic moment caught on live stream: 📋 TODAY'S OFFICIAL AGENDA • Pledge of Allegiance • Approval of Minutes: July 14, 2026 Regular Meeting • Approval of Claims & Payroll• Appointments: Amy Voorhies • Items for Consideration: David Smith – Real Property Sales • Department Reports: Highway (Brian Sowder), Emergency Management (Valerie Luchauer), Sheriff Greg Day (MOU North Lawrence S
Official Police Report Released in Fatal SR 37 & 29th Street Multi-Vehicle Crash
The Bedford Police Department has released official investigative details regarding the severe three-vehicle collision at the intersection of State Road 37 and 29th Street on Saturday afternoon, July 25th. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene at approximately 3:58 p.m. Upon arrival, Officer Landon Jones located three damaged vehicles: a blue 2022 Kia Forte with heavy rear-end damage in the middle of the intersection, a black 2000 Chevrolet Silverado with heavy front-end damage, and
OBITUARY: Kenneth W. Wagoner
Kenneth W. Wagoner, 88, of Mitchell, passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026, at his residence. Born in Columbus on July 19, 1938, to Wayn and Winnie (Thomas) Wagoner, Kenneth was a U.S. Army veteran. He retired from both The Times-Mail in Bedford and the City of Bedford Utilities. Kenneth was a active member of the Bedford Boat Club, Mitchell American Legion Post #250, and the Oolitic V.F.W. In 1988, he married Ruthie Harder, who survives. 👨👩👧👦 Survivors Include: • Wife: Ruthie Wagoner of
What’s Behind Lawrence County’s Mail Delays, Missing Delivery Days, and the "Informed Delivery" Gap?
Over the past several months, residents across Bedford, Mitchell, and rural Lawrence County have reported growing frustration over inconsistent mail delivery—including going two or three consecutive days without mail service, even on major thoroughfares. Many residents relying on the USPS Informed Delivery app report seeing daily photo previews of incoming mail, checks, or bills, only for those items to arrive days later or disappear temporarily. We looked into the operational mechanics behind
Countywide Police Staffing Shortages Impacting Both Bedford PD and Lawrence County Sheriff's Office
Across Lawrence County, overnight public safety relies on a thin blue line—and it’s getting thinner for both city and county law enforcement. While our previous report highlighted the overnight patrol standards for the Bedford Police Department, public records and department briefings show that the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) is navigating the exact same staffing pressures. On certain overnight shifts, as few as two sheriff's deputies are available to patrol the entire county. To u
CITY COUNCIL UPDATE: Council Approves Retention & Recognition Bonuses for Police Officers (Resolution 11-2026)
During this evenings City Council meeting, Bedford Police Chief Terry Moore presented a formal request to address severe staffing shortages and department burnout. Following his presentation, the Council officially voted to pass Resolution 11-2026 – Authorizing A Retention And Recognition Bonus For Sworn Officers. The approved bonus funds will be drawn directly from the city's General Fund to support active officers stepping up during a critical staffing gap. Here is the official breakdown of