Articles by Melissa Jacobs

The City of Frankfort is proud to announce the return of the Hometown Heroes program, honoring local veterans at Veterans Park during Veterans Day week in November 2025. Custom signs featuring veterans’ names, military pictures, […]

The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the abduction of Destanee Williams, is a 19 year old black female, 5 feet 3 inches tall, 190 pounds, black and blue hair with brown eyes, and no […]

On Saturday, August 9, get ready for a perfect summer evening filled with food, fun, and live music! Bring your family & friends  and enjoy a night out at Prairie Creek Park. The Fun Food […]

Kirklin Christian Church is hosting its Annual Fish Fry on September 6, 2025 from 4pm-7pm. The church is located at 302 E. Jefferson Street, Kirklin. The proceeds will benefit Shelby Woodruff and her journey with Hodgkin’s […]

The Community Foundation of Boone County is proud to announce Josh Medvescek of Zionsville as the recipient of the 2025 Lionel Dubay Youth Sports Award. This annual honor recognizes an individual who has made an ongoing commitment to Zionsville […]

The Indianapolis District of the Indiana State Police is proud to welcome three new probationary troopers who graduated from the 87th Indiana State Police Academy on July 24, 2025. These troopers now begin their careers […]

Today, the U.S. Postal Service is excited to announce the Stamp Encore Contest. To celebrate the organization’s 250th anniversary, and gear up to celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary, the public is invited to select a stamp […]

There are many contests taking place during the Raíces Festival that will be kicking off on September 13, 2025. The Theme this year is to design an alebrije or to express how they have become […]

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces the start of chip seal operations in Howard, Grant, and Madison Counties. Operations are scheduled as follows, with daily road closures planned between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday […]

Hosted by Clinton Central Cross Country, the Bulldog Bolt 3K & 5K Run/Walk is the perfect way to get active and support your local athletes! The Event will take place on Saturday, August 9, 2025 […]

On August 5, 2025, shortly after 6:50 p.m., officers from the Indiana State Police and the Miami County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of State Road 19 and County Road 150 East in Miami […]

 From cybersecurity to training to operational funding, the Statewide 911 Board is taking proactive steps to ensure Indiana’s emergency communications system remains one of the strongest in the nation. “Every day, 911 professionals across Indiana […]

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces the closure of southbound U.S. 31 in Kokomo for concrete pavement repairs. Beginning on or after Thursday, August 14, crews will be working between the State Road 931interchanges on […]

On Saturday, August 9, get ready for a perfect summer evening filled with food, fun, and live music! Bring your family & friends  and enjoy a night out at Prairie Creek Park. The Fun Food […]

Think You Can Handle the Heat… and the Meat? Prove your love for bacon at the 12th Annual Indiana Bacon Festival Bacon Eating Contest. Compete for the ultimate bragging rights — and FREE BACON FOR A […]

As we continue the tradition of celebrating Hispanic heritage and culture in Frankfort,  we are looking for passionate artisans, food vendors, and businesses to make this year’s festival bigger and better than ever! Date: September […]

The Community Foundation Serving Howard, Clinton and Carroll Counties announced that the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarships application has officially opened with a deadline of August 31 for consideration. The scholarship is intended for high school […]

Community pride was on full display July 24-26 as Frankfort came together to honor four remarkable individuals during the 8th annual Frankfort Hot Dog Hall of Fame celebration. Events in this year’s lineup included storytelling, […]

The Lafayette District of the Indiana State Police is proud to welcome two new probationary troopers who graduated from the 87th Indiana State Police Academy on July 24, 2025. These troopers now begin their careers […]

On August 4, 116 staff members from Rossville Consolidated School District came together for a powerful and emotional training session focused on suicide prevention. Led by Stephanie Kozuch, school counselor at Clinton Prairie Elementary School, […]

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure that will impact U.S. 421 in Boone County. Beginning on or after Friday, August 15, crews will be replacing a small structure over McCoy Ditch on […]

Congratulations to Western Boone The Imperial Star Command at Sweet sixteen. The Marching Band placed 13th at the State Fair Band Day.