Phyllis I. Benefiel, 93, of Frankfort, IN, passed away January 6, 2026 at home in North Fort Myers, FL. She was born March 7, 1932 in Morgan County, Indiana to John Lehr & Luella Mabel […]
Congressman Jim Baird has been discharged from the hospital after less than 24 hours, according to a statement shared by his office. His wife, Danise Baird, continues to receive care as she recovers. The Baird […]
The Boone County Sheriff’s Office recently announced new leadership assignments within its Investigation Division. Sergeant Carpenter has been named to oversee the Criminal Investigations Division, while Sergeant Bonty will lead the Criminal Intelligence Unit. Sheriff […]
January 7, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Board of Finance Reviews Fiscal Practices and School Funding at Rossville Meeting
The Rossville Consolidated School District Board of Finance met Tuesday evening, January 6, 2026, to carry out its statutory responsibilities and provide the public with a comprehensive overview of how school funding works in Indiana […]
January 7, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Rossville School Board Reorganizes, Approves Policy Updates and Professional Development Waiver
The Rossville Consolidated School District Board of Education held its regular meeting Tuesday evening, Jan. 6, focusing on annual reorganization, personnel appointments, policy updates, and several financial and operational matters affecting the district. As part […]
January 7, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Brendon Bright Files to Run for Clinton County Sheriff in 2026 Republican Primary
Brendon Bright officially filed Wednesday morning to run for Sheriff of Clinton County in the 2026 Republican Primary Election. A lifelong Rossville resident, Bright is running on a platform of character-driven leadership, professional law enforcement […]
January 7, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Witham Health Services Hosts Support Groups and Community Education Classes
Witham Health Services will host the following support groups and community education classes in January. The support groups are free unless indicated. For more information on Witham’s support groups and classes, visitwww.witham.org/classes-and-support-groups. The Breastfeeding […]
The Community Schools of Frankfort have published the 2nd Quarter edition of the Blue & White Byte, highlighting school news, achievements, and upcoming events. Students, parents, and community members can stay up to date on […]
January 7, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Thomas Little Files for Clinton County Superior Court Judge in 2026 Republican Primary
Thomas Little has officially filed to run in the 2026 Republican Primary Election for Clinton County Superior Court, according to the Committee to Elect Thomas Little for Judge. A lifelong Clinton County resident, Little graduated […]
January 7, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Fatal Early-Morning Crash on I-69 Involving SUV and Utility Truck Closes Lanes for Hours
This morning, just before 3:00, emergency crews were dispatched to a serious crash in the southbound lanes of I-69 near the 212 mile marker. The first responders to the scene encountered two heavily damaged vehicles […]
January 7, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Clinton County and Neighboring Communities Shine in Miss Indiana State Fair 2026 Top 10
Clinton County and its surrounding areas celebrated a strong showing in this year’s Miss Indiana State Fair competition, with contestants from Clinton, Boone, Tippecanoe, and Howard counties all advancing to the Top 10. Presley Hampton […]
January 7, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Community Foundation Opens Scholarship Applications for Boone County Class of 2026
The Community Foundation has announced that scholarship applications for Boone County students in the Class of 2026 will be accepted from December 1, 2025, through February 4, 2026. Students only need to complete one general […]
January 7, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on City of Frankfort Invites Bids for 2026 Community Crossings Road Paving Project
The City of Frankfort, through its Street Department, is inviting contractors to submit bids for the 2026 Community Crossings Road Paving Project. Bids will be opened and read aloud during the regular Board of Works […]
J.P. Smith, 83, of Waynesville, Ohio, formerly of Mulberry, passed away Monday, January 5, 2026, at Hillspring of Springboro. He was born May 21, 1942, in Middlesboro, Kentucky to Thomas B. and Mary Ruth (Fultz) […]
January 6, 2026Russ KasparComments Off on Clinton County Area Plan Sends Favorable Rezoning Recommendation to Commissioners with Attached Commitments
Clinton County Area Plan Commission voted 5-0 to send a favorable recommendation to rezone 714.55 acres from Agricultural to Light Industrial to the Clinton County Commissioners subject to 14 commitments which have been approved, negotiated […]
January 6, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Clinton County Commissioners Elect Jordan Brewer President, Bert Weaver Vice President
Jordan Brewer has been elected president of the Clinton County Commissioners. Bert Weaver will serve as Vice President. Brewer has been a member of the Clinton County Commissioners since 2020 and represents District 3 which […]
Joyce Ann Brenton, 78, of Frankfort, passed away Monday, January 5, 2026, at Milner Health in Rossville. She was born on May 11, 1947, to Robert and Gladys (Owens) Suits. She married David Brenton on […]
Danny Lee Walters, 80, of Kirklin, passed away, Monday, January 5, 2026, at St. Vincent Ascension Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born on November 23, 1945, in Indianapolis to Tommy and Sarah (Christian) Walters. He […]
Gladys Taylor, 79, of Frankfort, Ind., passed away January 3, 2026 at IU Arnett Hospital in Lafayette. She was born on March 2, 1946 in Middlesboro, Kentucky to Robert and Lilly (Northcutt) Bales. She married […]
The Frankfort Fire & Ice Festival is a popular winter tradition that draws visitors for ice carvings, family-friendly activities, and a celebration of community spirit. Organizers of the 11th Annual Frankfort Fire & Ice Festival […]
January 6, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Purdue Alumnus Steve Weaver Conquers Pokagon’s Hell’s Point Challenge 125 Times
Pokagon State Park’s 8-mile Hell’s Point Challenge has tested hikers’ endurance and dedication since it opened in 2017, guiding participants along a mapped route that covers most of the park’s trail system. To complete the […]
CCSI-SARE Intro to Soil Health is a basic course designed to provide a general understanding of soil health systems and the fundamentals of crop production. This training is geared toward newer staff and those who […]