Articles by Melissa Jacobs

As Hoosier children began returning to school in August 2025, the Indiana State Police, which oversees the Indiana Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, organized and led a vital new initiative: Operation Guardian Angel. […]

Tonight be sure to click on Clinton County Daily News, or go directly to hoosierlandtv.com and watch High School Football live! It will also archived for later viewing. Tonight’s games are: Delphi at Carroll and […]

A community meal fundraiser will be held on Sunday, September 28, from 4–7 p.m. at The Lodge at Camp Collum, 6815 W Co Rd 200 N, Frankfort to support the Guido family. Plates are available […]

Following a thorough and collaborative investigation, two individuals have been sentenced in connection with the July 3, 2024, road rage shooting that occurred on Interstate 65 near the 130.5-mile marker in Whitestown. The incident involved […]

The Clinton County Autism Support Group, in partnership with Community Schools of Frankfort, is hosting a Disability Resource Fair on Saturday, September 20, from 3–5 p.m. Local organizations, agencies, and businesses that support individuals with […]

 The Town of Whitestown and the Boone County Economic Development Corporation are pleased to announce that Ring Container Technologies, a leader in the packaging manufacturing industry, has chosen Whitestown as the site of its newest […]

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is delivering on its commitment to support child health and American agriculture by opening applications for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grants. Through this […]

Many people ask “What is a Hoosier?”—and while the term’s origins may be up for debate, a traveling exhibit from the Indiana Historical Society (IHS) looks at how people with many different backgrounds have come […]

Indiana State Police, IN, K9 Draco will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Draco’s vest was sponsored by Gail Nixon […]

On September 10, 2025, at approximately 6:45 PM, Lebanon Police Officers received a tip regarding a possible homicide in the 500 block of S. West Street in Lebanon, IN. Officers responded to the residence and […]

The Kokomo Police Department is currently investigating a Burglary that occurred in the 400 block of Rainbow Circle.  Two males entered the building and removed items from the building.  The same two individuals are also […]

Wesley Manor will host an open house event on Friday, September 26, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Wesley Manor Event Center, 1555 North Main Street in Frankfort. The event, titled “Fall in Love […]

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure that will impact Witt Road in Boone County as part of the 52 at 65 intersection improvement project. Beginning on or after Monday, September 15, crews […]

A swamp chestnut oak tree in Jennings County has been recognized as the largest of the species in the country by the National Champion Tree program, with a height of 95 feet, a circumference of 318 […]

The Crossing School has announced the appointment of Todd Zeltwanger to its Board of Directors. Zeltwanger brings more than 16 years of development and fundraising experience to the role. For the past six years, he […]

The Indiana State Police is pleased to announce that Lieutenant Jerry Holeman has been honored with the prestigious Crimefighter of the Year award at the 2025 CLUE Awards, held during CrimeCon 2025 in Denver. The […]

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announces lane closures and a traffic pattern shift that will impact State Road 32 just west of Lebanon. Beginning on or after Monday, September 22, the stretch of roadway […]

COACH Kids of Clinton County announced on Sept. 8, 2025, that Casey Allen will lead COACH Kids into the future as the new Executive Director. Allen served on the COACH Kids of Clinton County Board […]

is now accepting applications for its summer internship program. There are approximately 20 paid internship opportunities in a variety of business areas, including claims, underwriting, information technology and actuarial departments. The 11-week internship program will […]

The Indiana Department of Transportation is in search of dedicated, qualified individuals who want to help serve their fellow Hoosiers this winter. INDOT will host winter seasonal hiring events on Tuesday, September 23, from 10 […]

Frankfort will once again come alive with the sights, sounds, and flavors of Latin culture as the Raíces Festival returns on Saturday, September 13. The celebration will take place at Prairie Creek Park on The […]

Boone County officials have announced a temporary road closure later this week to allow for training exercises. On Thursday, September 11, County Road 500 South will be closed to traffic between County Road 650 West […]