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Andrew P. Hodge
Andrew P. Hodge, 68, previously of Frankfort, passed away July 12, 2026 at Mulberry Healthcare, Mulberry, IN. He was born December 22, 1957 to James P. and Bonnie L. (George) Hodge in Lebanon, Indiana. Andrew […]
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Charles R. Wyant
Charles Russell “Chuck” Wyant, 75, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Witham Memorial Hospital in Lebanon, Indiana. He was born on June 17, 1951, in Thorntown; a son of the late Russell and […]
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Joyce Lynn Reece (Arnold)
Joyce Lynn Reece (Arnold), 76, of Frankfort passed away July 13, 2026 at home. She was born on March 3, 1950 to Carson Tyler and Estella Evelyn Reece in Lafayette, IN. Joyce received her nursing […]
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Boone County-SR 39 and Anderson Lane Fatal Accident
On 07/13/2026 at approximately 10:16 PM, Lebanon Police Officers responded to the intersection of SR 39 and Anderson Lane reference to a single vehicle accident with unknown injuries. The 911 caller advised a motorcycle collided […]
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State Road 25 to Have Lane Closures Near Clymers
CASS COUNTY, Ind. – Indiana Department of Transportation contractor E & B Paving LLC will have lane closures on State Road 25 between C.R. 400 S and C.R. 300 S starting on or after Monday, July […]
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Local Lawmakers Highlight New Laws Affecting Hoosiers
Following the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session, local lawmakers are highlighting new laws that took effect this July. These new laws will help improve childcare access, cut taxes for working Hoosiers and support Hoosier […]
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IDEM Forecasts Air Quality Action Day for Wednesday in Three Indiana Regions
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has forecast an Air Quality Action Day (AQAD) for Wednesday, July 15 in Northwest, Central/East Central and Western/West Central Indiana. Ozone levels are expected to be in the Unhealthy for Sensitive […]
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Nancy A. Stephenson
Nancy Avery Stephenson, 76, of Thorntown, Indiana, passed away Friday, July 10, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born October 12, 1949, in Oceanside, New York, a daughter of the late […]
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Kevin E. Weaver
Kevin Eugene Weaver, 60, of Thorntown, Indiana passed away Wednesday morning, July 8, 2026, at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born in Lebanon on April 15, 1966, a son of Betty Sue […]
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Hot and Mostly Sunny Weather Expected Through the Week, Storm Chances Return Late Week
Residents can expect a stretch of hot, sunny weather across the area this week, with temperatures climbing into the upper 80s and lower 90s before chances for showers and thunderstorms return later in the week. […]
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Clinton County Rabbit Show Honors Grand Champion and Top Showmen
The Clinton County Rabbit Show celebrated the dedication, hard work, and passion of local 4-H exhibitors as youth showcased their rabbit projects during this year’s fair. Earning the title of Grand Champion Rabbit was Tegan […]
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David Lee Woodard
David Lee Woodard lived a life following Jesus Christ and on Saturday, July 11, 2026, one day after his 91st birthday, he went to his heavenly home to be with Him. David was born to […]
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Wanda S. Surber
Wanda S. Surber, 79, of Michigantown, passed away July 11, 2026 at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette. She was born on July 26, 1946 in Kokomo, Indiana to Harvey and Virgie Davis Phillips. She […]
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Mary “Maxine” Shanks
Mary “Maxine” Shanks, 86, of Pensacola, Florida, entered into rest on July 8, 2026. She was born April 22, 1940, to Robert and Mary (Heffley) Pullen, in Flora, Indiana. She married Richard Shanks on December […]
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Mark Mitchell Selected to Fill Clinton County Council At-Large Seat
The Clinton County Republican Party has selected Mark Mitchell to serve as the new Clinton County Council At-Large member following a caucus of the party’s precinct committee members held on July 11, 2026. Mitchell will […]
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Manhunt in LaPorte County Concludes with Suspect Deceased; Trooper Recovering After Shooting
At approximately 5:30 a.m. today, Indiana State Troopers responded to I‑94 to assist Berrien County, Michigan authorities in a stolen‑vehicle pursuit that had crossed into Indiana. During the pursuit, the suspect fired multiple rounds from […]
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Harvest Dinner to Celebrate Women in Agriculture Sept. 9
Women making a difference in Indiana agriculture will be honored during the Harvest Dinner: Celebrating Women in Agriculture on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, at the Hamilton County Fairgrounds Bicentennial Pavilion. The evening will bring together […]
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Richard G. Baughman
Richard G. Baughman, 77, of Frankfort, passed away July 11, 2026 at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette. He was born January 5, 1949 in Frankfort to Donald E. and Erma L. Baughman. Richard was […]
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Marilyn Louise Slipher
Marilyn Louise Slipher, 95, of Kokomo, passed away July 10, 2026 at Primrose Assisted Living in Kokomo. She was born on October 7, 1930 in Tell City, Indiana to Herman and Louise (Holtzman) Webb. She […]
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Indiana State Police Cruiser in Running for Nation’s Best Looking Patrol Vehicle
The Indiana State Police is asking Hoosiers to help move its patrol vehicle to the top of the standings in the 2026 Best Looking Cruiser Contest. According to the Indiana State Police Lafayette District, Indiana […]
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Start Your Engines! Demolition Derby Hits the Fair Tomorrow
Motors will roar and metal will fly when the Clinton County Fair Demolition Derby returns on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the Clinton County Fairgrounds in Frankfort. Inspection for derby vehicles will begin at 12 […]
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Summer Sundown Concert Featuring “Almost There” at the Abby & Libby Memorial Park Tomorrow
The Summer Sundown Concert series will host a special Saturday evening performance featuring Almost There at Abby & Libby Memorial Park. The concert will take place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and will feature the […]