Vendors, food, kids games and more at Bedford Fest
The 11th annual celebration, Bedford Fest, will be held in downtown Bedford on Saturday, June 27. A vendor fair will be held down Main Street from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. along with a farmer’s market on Court Avenue from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shoppers can find vendors selling anything from homemade items,…
Read MoreMind the Gap ribbon cutting
The Bedford Area Chamber held a ribbon cutting for Mind the Gap, located at 404 Main Street, on Thursday, June 18. Mind the Gap carries a selection of new and used books as well as some collectible items.
Read MoreMcMillin Movers bring new service to the area
A new service is being offered in the southwest Iowa and northwest Missouri area. McMillin Movers started their company this year and offers moving services and junk removal. Zach and Mally McMillin started the process of starting their business in January 2026 and they started doing moves in May. Zach’s brother has been in…
Read MoreBEDC Beautification Award
Congratulations to Jim and Rosalyn Cummings, this week’s BEDC Beautification Award recipients! Their beautifully manicured lawn, festive seasonal decorations, and inviting outdoor living spaces create a warm and welcoming atmosphere that enhances the beauty of our community. The care and attention they put into their property are evident and help make Bedford a place we’re…
Read MoreTime capsule buried 50 years ago; another 50 years to go
You have probably walked past it, over it, on it, or sat beside it without giving it a second thought. But have you ever wondered what Bedford leaders in 1976 chose to preserve for future generations? Buried in the Taylor County Courthouse courtyard during the Bicentennial celebration in 1976, the time capsule has quietly…
Read MoreSummer Library Program brings new visitors
On Thursday, June 18, the Bedford Library held their summer program. This week’s special guests were Zoie Lecy, Brody Andresen, Dale Bucher, and Garrison Motsinger from the Taylor County Conservation. Zoie started the program off by reading the book “Duck on a Bike” to the kids. Then Brody brought out two of his ducks that…
Read MoreLady Dawgs 4-1 on Week
By Amber Bucher On Tuesday, June 16, the Bedford Lady Dawgs traveled to East Mills to take on the Wolverines in a 19-0 blowout. The Lady Dawgs scored 13 in the top of the first to jump out to a dominating lead. Caroline Simmons got things started with a single before Macy Musich singled to…
Read MoreBulldogs Pick up 3 Wins
By Amber Bucher The Bulldogs started the week on the road to take on Southeast Warren for a non-conference game. Ashton Nally got the Bulldogs rolling when he was hit by a pitch. Quentin Dalton ground out to score Ashton for a 1-0 lead after the top of the first. Deemer singled in the top…
Read MoreA piece of history finds a new home at the museum
A piece of history found a new home at the Taylor County Museum on Thursday. Dwight Downing, a 1970 Bedford Community School graduate, donated a Japanese sword given to him when he was in elementary school by a Bedford graduate, Pete Tribolet. Tribolet, a World War II veteran, who served in the Pacific Theatre, gave…
Read MoreBedford InterChurch Council looking for talent for worship service
The Bedford InterChurch Council is looking for people to share their “talents and treasures” during the annual worship service to be held at 9 a.m., Sunday, July 19 in the Red Barn at the Taylor County Fairgrounds in Bedford. Those representing the InterChurch Council are inviting people to sing, play musical instruments, read their…
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