Year: 2026

FRANKFORT – Long before global suppliers and modern assembly lines, Frankfort briefly had its very own automobile manufacturer – the Bour-Davis – turning out cars on West Kyger Street in 1917. The Bour-Davis story began […]

FRANKFORT — Heavy equipment has moved in at the corner of Jefferson and Washington Township’s former school site, where the long–vacant Jefferson Grade School is finally being torn down after decades of service and history […]

FRANKFORT – What began with a simple question — “why can’t we give it all away?” — has grown into a multi‑county nonprofit that now pairs free, hydroponically grown produce with cooking classes, counseling services […]

Frankfort Mayor Judy Sheets says the city’s newest fire engine is paid for in full, even as looming changes in state tax law and rising costs make long‑term budgeting more difficult for local governments. Speaking […]

Frankfort Fire Department Deputy Chief Josh Uitts used a recent appearance on WILO’s “Party Line” program to update residents on the city’s newest fire engine, construction of Station 4 and changing fire risks as spring […]

 The Clinton County Commissioners are calling for the immediate resignation of Sheriff Richard Kelly and Jail Matron Ashley Kelly following the filing of new criminal charges against the couple. According to court documents, the charges […]

Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced a temporary suspension of part of the state’s gasoline tax this week, aiming to provide short-term relief to residents as fuel prices climb sharply amid international tensions. Speaking at a […]

Members of the Delphi Community School Corporation (DCSC) Board of School Trustees and district leadership recently participated in the Indiana School Boards Association (ISBA) Spring Dinner Meeting, an evening focused on learning, recognition, and continued […]

An Indiana State Police investigative affidavit filed April 9, 2026 alleges that Indiana State Trooper Ashley Kelly, who has been on full disability status since 2015, has continued to collect full disability benefits while performing […]

A full house gathered last night at the Kirklin Community Center for the “Standing Strong” reception, honoring local law enforcement heroes. The event recognized the bravery of the Kirklin Deputy Town Marshals and Clinton County […]

The Rotary Club of Frankfort is once again filling the downtown skyline with reminders of local pride and service. Residents can sponsor banners honoring veterans, first responders, and community leaders as part of the club’s […]

Two seniors from Community Schools of Frankfort are being recognized for taking the next step in both their academic and athletic journeys. Officials announced that two Frankfort High School students have committed to continue their […]

Several local schools in Senate District 7 are being recognized for outstanding student achievement in literacy, according to Brian Buchanan. The honors come after multiple schools reached a 95% or higher pass rate on the […]

Clinton County Sheriff Richard L. Kelly and his wife, Ashley Kelly, are both scheduled to face a Clinton County jury this spring on separate criminal cases tied to the handling of the Clinton County Jail […]

Pat Day, a long-time Frankfort area resident, Frankfort area funeral director and community volunteer, has been elected secretary-treasurer of the 2026–2027 Indiana Funeral Directors Association and is helping launch this year’s Clinton County Senior Olympics. […]

On April 4, 2026, detectives from the Indiana State Police Criminal Investigations Division at the Peru Post initiated an investigation at the request of the Miami Correctional Facility into the death of inmate Shawn Booker, […]

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces the U.S. 31 northbound ramp to State Road 931 will close on or after Friday, April 10, on the south side of Kokomo. Crews will be performing full-depth concrete […]

Rossville Schools leaders say growing numbers of families from surrounding districts are choosing the small, STEM‑focused Clinton County school system, even as new state testing and graduation rules raise the stakes for students and staff. […]