Articles by Melissa Jacobs

On Thursday, February 26, 2026, Dr. Jim Hanna, Superintendent of Rossville Consolidated School District, and Mr. Dustin Shadbolt, Director of Technology, delivered a featured presentation at the Indiana Association of School Business Officials (IASBO) Region […]

The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) has announced that ten Indiana communities have completed specialized training designed to accelerate local arts and culture development and have been approved for grant funding through the Creative Convergence program. […]

Academic excellence was on full display Thursday evening, February 26, 2026, as Rossville Middle/Senior High School recognized 215 students during its annual Academic Honors Program.   Students earning a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 […]

Each spring, Frankfort students take part in the Lafayette Regional Science and Engineering Fair. While the competition takes place in March, the work behind each project begins much earlier in the school year. Students in […]

The future of public education leadership in Indiana was on full display this week as 13 aspiring superintendents gathered for the tenth cohort of the Indiana Aspiring Superintendents’ Academy (IASA), a premier leadership development program […]

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the city of Fishers celebrated the opening of an extension to the Nickle Plate Trail today, which includes a pedestrian bridge over 96th Street connecting to Indianapolis. […]

In a landmark moment for the community, the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has officially lifted the long-standing sewer ban in the Town of Flora, removing a major barrier to growth that has limited […]

BOONE COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure that will impact County Road 400 W. near Lebanon in coordination with the ongoing State Road 32 realignment project. Beginning on or after […]

The Indiana State Police are investigating a crash between two passenger vehicles that occurred earlier today, February 25, 2026, at the junction of US 31 and State Road 16, claiming the life of one individual. […]

The Indiana Court of Appeals will hear a traveling oral argument on March 5, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. in the auditorium of Tri-West High School, located at 7883 N. State Road 39, Lizton, Indiana. The […]

A bill authored by State Sen. Brian Buchanan (R-Lebanon) that would reduce the red tape needed for students to get their pharmacist licenses passed the Senate today by a vote of 45-3 with bipartisan support […]

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces intermittent flagging operations that will impact Perry Worth Road along I-65. Beginning on or after Wednesday, March 4, flaggers will be utilized to control traffic on Perry Worth Road […]

Local choir students delivered an impressive performance during the first round of Solo & Ensemble competition, earning top honors across multiple categories and continuing their success at the state level. In the opening round, choir […]

On February 24, 2026, at approximately 7:04 p.m., officers of the Kokomo Police Department were dispatched to an apartment located at 419 W. Lincoln Road in reference to a shooting. The caller advised a female […]

Vincennes University is offering a wide selection of camps and academies for students from elementary to high school this summer. Youth can explore career options across a variety of diverse fields, ranging from Surveying to […]

 In celebration of National FFA Week, Keystone Cooperative has once again affirmed its long-standing commitment to youth development and agricultural education by contributing $40,000 to the Indiana FFA Foundation, marking the third consecutive year of […]

Witham Health Services will host support groups and community education classes alongside scholarship opportunities and an upcoming fundraiser led by its volunteer organization. Support Groups and Education Witham will host the following support groups and […]

 Second graders at Blue Ridge Primary School recently found a creative way to show appreciation for the educators and staff members who make a difference in their lives every day. Students spent the month drawing […]

The Frankfort Police Department has named Officer Gustavo Garcia as its 2025 Officer of the Year, recognizing his dedication to the City of Frankfort and his commitment to upholding the department’s mission. Officer Garcia joined […]

The Board of Public Works and Safety accepted the resignation of Don Stock, who has served as the Director of Planning and Housing Initiatives. The Board of Public Works formally accepted his resignation during its […]

Local authorities report that a rollover accident involving a semi-truck has occurred at the roundabout near highways 28 and 65. The Indiana State Police (ISP) are currently on the scene managing the situation. Westbound lanes […]

A night of live music and celebration is coming to Frankfort later this month as Mars Hall and Kodiyakk Black present “The Birthday Show” on Saturday, Feb. 28. The all-ages event will be held at […]