Obituaries

Terry Pletch

Terry Pletch, 79, of rural Frankfort passed away on August 25, 2026 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana after a short, unexpected illness.  He was born September 4, 1946 to Joe Bill Pletch […]
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James R. Garland

James Roger Garland, 83, of Lebanon Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. He was born July 29, 1943, in Carrolton, Illinois, to the late Melvin D. and Margaret L. (Mulberry) Garland. On April […]
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Carolyn S. Davis

Carolyn Sue Davis, 77, passed away Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at her home in Lebanon, Indiana. She was born June 9, 1949 in Lebanon, a daughter of the late Richard Lee French and Esther Lovine […]
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City of Lebanon and Boone County Economic Development Corporation Announce D-A Lubricant Company Expansion 

 The City of Lebanon and the Boone County Economic Development Corporation (Boone EDC) announced today that D-A Lubricant Company, a Lebanon-based manufacturer of premium lubricants, greases, coolants, and specialty fluid products, plans to expand its […]
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ICAC Operation Targeting Online Child Predators

In July of 2026, the Howard County Sheriff’s Office hosted a week-long, multi-agency undercover online chat operation targeting individuals seeking to sexually exploit minors through internet-based communications. Participating agencies included the Howard County Sheriff’s Office […]
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Governor Braun Announces New Storm Recovery Texting Service to Connect Impacted Hoosiers with Disaster Resources

Governor Mike Braun today announced a new texting tool that will make it easier for Hoosiers impacted by the severe storms and flooding to find disaster recovery resources available in their communities. Through Indiana 211, residents […]
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Attorney General Todd Rokita Announces Largest Big Tech Settlement in Indiana and Nation’s History to Protect Young Hoosiers from Social Media Harms 

Attorney General Todd Rokita and his team actively participated in a multi-state lawsuit that will deliver a guaranteed $296 million — and up to $419.4 million — to Indiana as part of a landmark $17.1 […]
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Stephen Russell

Stephen Russell, 70, of Lafayette, passed away on August 22, 2026 at Clinton House Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Frankfort, Indiana.  He was born to George Paul and Marlene (Brummett) Russell in Lafayette, Indiana […]
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Indiana Gaming Commission Investigation Leads to Arrest Warrants and Search Warrants in Gamecock Fighting Case

An investigation initiated by the Indiana Gaming Commission’s Law Enforcement Division resulted in six arrest warrants and three search warrants today in Jennings and Jackson counties for gamecock fighting. The IGC Law Enforcement Division, with […]
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AI, STEM and Blended Learning: Vincennes University to host 2026 Innovative Teaching Summit

STEM education, artificial intelligence, Science of Reading practices, blended learning, and inclusive instructional strategies are among the many captivating sessions that will be featured at the 2026 Vincennes University Innovative Teaching Summit for educators on Friday, Nov. 6. The College […]
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Marlene Kay Boyd

Marlene Kay (Scircle) Boyd, 89, of rural Frankfort, passed away August 23, 2026 at her home.  She was born August 1, 1937 in Frankfort, Indiana to Bill and Marge (Eaton) Scircle—the family for whom the […]
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BMV Announces Labor Day Weekend Hours

All Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) branches will be closed Saturday, September 5, 2026 through Monday, September 7, 2026 in observance of Labor Day. Branches will resume regularly scheduled business hours on Tuesday, September […]
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Frankfort Leaders Talk Economic Growth, Small Business Support and Fall Events on WILO’s Party Line

Clinton County Chamber of Commerce CEO and Economic Development Director Shan Sheridan and Frankfort Main Street Director Kim Stevens joined WILO’s Party Line program this week, discussing everything from economic development strategy and small business […]