Articles by Melissa Jacobs

Due to extremely dry conditions, the Carroll County Commissioners have issued a burn ban effective immediately and lasting until 10:00 A.M. on November 6, 2025, unless lifted sooner. No open burning, including campfires, burn barrels, […]

The Indiana State Police will begin accepting applications for the 90th Recruit Academy for traditional applicants at 12:01 a.m. on Monday, October 6, 2025. Individuals interested in beginning a rewarding career as an Indiana State […]

October 4, 2025, just after 10:30 a.m., officers from the Indiana State Police Peru Post, the Miami County Sheriff’s Office, and the Peru City Police Department responded to a crash involving injuries on Meridian Road […]

Dangerous toys and appliances in your home could put your family at risk. Attorney General Todd Rokita is calling on all Hoosiers to check this month’s recall list to protect your loved ones. Items include […]

The Association of Indiana Counties (AIC) announced that Clinton County Coroner, Ed Cripe received the 2025 Outstanding County Coroner Award. The award recognized his contributions to county government throughout his years of public service. Ed […]

The City of Kokomo, in partnership with Bullpen Ventures, will host a press conference to announce the launch of a new baseball team. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at noon at […]

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the town of Sheridan celebrated the completion of the Monon Trail extension in northern Hamilton County today. With this extension, the Monon Trail now connects all the […]

The Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is providing Fall Break 2025 briefing information below for Indiana media regarding air travel from Oct. 6 – 24. The information provides updated travel data for news stories, crucial alerts […]

The Indiana State Police Traditional Academy opens for applications on October 6, 2025. This is your opportunity to begin a career of service, pride, and purpose. Learn more and apply at IndianaTrooper.com  

Wesley Manor Retirement Center is inviting the community to a spooktacular Trunk or Treat event on Thursday, October 23, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 1555 N. Main Street, Frankfort. The family-friendly evening will feature […]

Pure Life Chiropractic, a locally owned and operated clinic in Zionsville, is expanding its services with the help of the Boone County Economic Development Corporation (Boone EDC) Microloan Program. Drs. Shelby and Brandon Wagner, owners […]

A 32-year-old man was arrested yesterday for allegedly shooting another individual at a local residence in Tipton City. The incident occurred on October 1, 2025, shortly before 5:30 p.m., when Tipton County Dispatch received a […]

The Indiana FFA Organization is proud to announce the members selected to serve as National FFA in the USA Reporters: Ethan Sheets – Clinton Central Aubrey Wilson – Rossville Lauren Argotte – Lebanon Zoe Haemmerkle […]

St. Matthew Community Preschool’s main campus invites families to an Infant Room Open House on Monday, October 28, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Families should enter through the southwest door of the building. This special […]

The Postal Service is hiring rural carrier assistants across the state. The positions pay $20.38 per hour plus some benefits. There are plenty of opportunities for job seekers to ask questions and receive assistance during […]

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the town of Sheridan will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the Monon Trail extension in northern Hamilton County. The event is scheduled for […]

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the town of Sheridan will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion of the Monon Trail extension in northern Hamilton County. The event is scheduled for […]

Beginning on or after Wednesday evening, Oct. 1, crews will begin closing the left lanes on I-65 northbound and southbound over Prairie Creek, located at the 140-mile marker. Work in the left lanes will take […]

The Boone County Sheriff’s Office is celebrating one of its own this week as dispatcher Lincoln Lee was honored with the Telecommunicator of the Year Award at the Indiana NENA APCO Conference. The prestigious award […]

The Boone County Sheriff’s Office stated that with the cooler temps outside comes more work for our local farmers. They ask that everyone be cautious of agricultural equipment entering and exiting fields. Our farm to […]

Downtown Frankfort will come alive with classic cars, music, food, and shopping during the Thursday Thunder Cruise-In this September. The event will take place on Thursday, September 18, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at […]