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According to figures released this week by the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES), unemployment increased in Lawrence and surrounding counties from November to December of 2023. Unemployment here in Lawrence County was measured at 5.3% in December up from 4.6% in November. Wabash County had 3% unemployment in December up from 2.9% in November, Richland County 4.1% in December up from 3.8% in November, Crawford County 4.1% in December up from 3.5% in November and Edwards County had a 5% jobless rate in December up from 4.4% in November.
Road renaming resolution co-authored by Criswell to honor Bobby Knight passes House
Thrive West Central to host Utility Workshop
Greene Realty continues to grow
Parke County Commissioners, Amish agree to new road use fee rate
World Food Championships set for 2026 Indianapolis return
SW Parke Community Schools looking at Revision Project
NWS extends Winter Storm Warning to Monday morning
IDHS activates State Emergency Operations Center in response to winter storm
Scholarship Fund honors former Coach Blank
Winter Storm Watch in effect for the weekend, heavy snow possible
ISP releases Human Trafficking Awareness Initiative results
Indiana House Page Program available during 2026 session
Indiana State Police seeks volunteer chaplains to support trooper wellness and resilience
American Red Cross urges the public to donate blood
Rheese Benjamin finishes 8th at wrestling state finals
USDA launches Lender Lens Dashboard to promote data transparency
Cancer Action Day at the Indiana Statehouse: Advocates call for legislation to reduce the burden of cancer
