David D. Hample, 67, of Frankfort, passed away May 5, 2026 at Franciscan Health East, Lafayette, IN. He was born December 17, 1958 in St. Petersburg, FL to Daniel & Dixie (Wilson) Hample. David was […]
May 6, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Gov. Mike Braun Improves Affordability for Hoosiers by Extending Gas Tax Holiday
Today, Indiana Governor Mike Braun extended the suspension of Indiana’s gas tax to continue providing Hoosiers meaningful relief from high gas prices. Governor Braun extended the April emergency energy declaration by another 30 days, the […]
May 6, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Rossville School Board Approves Long-Term Facility and Technology Improvement Plan During May 5 Meeting
The Rossville Consolidated School District Board of Education held its regular meeting on May 5, 2026, and approved a series of financial, personnel, policy, and operational items, highlighted by authorization for up to $6.46 million […]
May 6, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Kokomo Police Identify Person of Interest in Best Buy Theft Investigation
Alert updated on 05/06/2026 at 8:20AM EDT The Kokomo Police Department has identified the person of interest in regards to this investigation. The Kokomo Police Department would like to thank the public for their assistance. […]
May 6, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Indiana State Police Seeks Recruits for 91st Lateral Recruit Academy
The Indiana State Police is accepting applications for the 91st Recruit Academy for lateral applicants. Individuals interested in beginning a rewarding career as an Indiana State Trooper must apply online at IndianaTrooper.com. This website provides a detailed […]
May 6, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Governor Braun Strengthens Indiana’s Leadership in Advanced Manufacturing and Life Sciences With Lilly Investment in the Central Indiana Region
Indiana Governor Mike Braun today joined Eli Lilly and Company to celebrate a major expansion at the company’s Lebanon campus, including the opening of Lilly Lebanon Advanced Therapies – its first dedicated genetic medicine manufacturing […]
Evelyn Marie Garrison passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at the age of 95 years, in Rossville, Indiana. Born Evelyn Marie Eytchison on April 22, 1931, near Sheridan, Indiana, she was the eldest […]
Indiana’s rich agricultural heritage is returning to downtown Indianapolis for the second annual Farm to Capitol. On Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Bicentennial Plaza, agriculture groups will showcase […]
May 6, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Frankfort Police Join Students for “Walk to School Day” Event
Officers from the Frankfort Police Department took part in a community-focused event this morning, joining students and local partners for the end-of-the-year “Walk to School Day.” The event was organized by the Healthy Communities of […]
May 6, 2026Sam WortComments Off on Softball and Baseball Conference Standings
The Indiana High School Athletic Association softball and baseball state tournaments are less than three weeks away. Here is an updated look at the conference standings for the local teams. Baseball – Hoosier Heartland […]
Yvonda Dale Husk, age 69, of Crawfordsville, Indiana passed peacefully away on April 30th, 2026, after a long battle with heart disease. She was born September 20, 1956 in Lebanon, Indiana to Dolores Roberson and […]
Boone County Primary Election Results Republican Party US Representative Candidates United States Representative, Fourth District Jim Baird 58.7% Craig Haggard 27.3% John Piper 14.0% State Senator Candidates State Senator, District 29 John Ruckelshaus 59.6% Mike […]
Kathaleen Susan (Zook) Meiers, 74, of Frankfort, passed away May 3, 2026 at her home. She was born November 16, 1951 in Huntington Park, California to James Garfield & Vivian Rose (Chadwick) Zook. She married […]
Brian Wood Smith died peacefully at home with his loved ones by his side on Saturday, May 2, 2026. He was born February 21, 1954, in Branchville, NJ to Walter S. and Helen (Wood) Smith. […]
May 5, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on First Bank Richmond, and The Farmers Bank Announce New Name and Unveil Brand of Combined Organization
RICHMOND, INDIANA and FRANKFORT, INDIANA — First Bank Richmond and The Farmers Bank are pleased to announce that, pending shareholder approval, the combined organization will operate under the name First Bank Midwest, pending regulatory approval. […]
May 5, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on St. Matthew Community Preschool to Celebrate 50th Anniversary with Special Event in Frankfort
The St. Matthew Community Preschool is preparing to celebrate a major milestone as it marks its 50th anniversary with a special commemorative event on Sunday, May 17, 2026. The celebration will take place at 9:15 […]
May 5, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Greater Lafayette Commerce Builds on Intern Program to Keep Young Talent in Region
GREATER LAFAYETTE, Ind. — The Greater Lafayette Intern Experience returns this May, introducing college-aged interns to the opportunities and amenities available in Greater Lafayette while supporting the region’s long-term workforce development strategy. Now in its […]
May 5, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Clinton Central Athletics Announces Rescheduled Games Due to Rain
Clinton Central Athletics has announced the cancellation of a few athletic events scheduled for Tuesday, May 5, 2026, prompting schedule changes for varsity teams. Varsity Softball Rescheduled to Friday, May 15, 2026 Time: 5:00 p.m. […]
May 5, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Delphi Police Department Launches First-Ever K-9 Unit to Strengthen Public Safety
The Delphi Police Department has officially introduced its first certified K-9 program, marking a significant milestone in the department’s history and a major step forward in local law enforcement capabilities. Announced Monday, the new program […]
Ronald Eugene Coonrod, 78, of rural Michigantown, passed away May 5, 2026 at Witham Memorial Hospital, Lebanon, IN. He was born August 4, 1947 in Clinton County, IN to Wayne & Frona Olene (Evans) Coonrod. […]
May 5, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Indiana Bacon Festival Announces 13th Annual Celebration to Downtown Delphi
The savory scent of sizzling bacon and the sound of live music will soon fill the streets of downtown Delphi as the Indiana Bacon Festival returns for a one-day celebration of food, fun, and community. […]
May 5, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Rossville First Graders Bring Classroom Learning to Life at Fair Oaks Farms
First-grade students from Rossville Elementary School recently took a hands-on journey into the world of agriculture during a field trip to Fair Oaks Farms, providing a real-world extension of their classroom learning. The trip, designed […]