Articles by Melissa Jacobs

Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating a drowning that occurred yesterday at Monroe Lake, southeast of Bloomington. At 4:41 p.m., conservation officers were dispatched to the area near Allen’s Creek for a person who fell from […]

The dam at Lincoln State Park’s Lake Lincoln needs repairs. To allow the work to be done, the park’s beach, nature center and the road leading to it, Pine Hills Group Camp and group cottages […]

The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) is seeking the public’s assistance in locating missing 17-year-old Richard Lawson. Richard went missing from Plainfield, Indiana, on June 4, 2025. He is described as 6 […]

The Indianapolis Airport Authority officially broke ground today on the new hotel to be built on the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) terminal campus. “The original plans for the Midfield Terminal complex included a terminal-connected hotel, […]

The Indiana State Police (ISP) is hitting the road with NTT INDYCAR SERIES driver Felix Rosenqvist as part of a bold recruitment campaign built around a simple but powerful message: “We meet you where you […]

The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has forecasted an Air Quality Action Day (AQAD) for Thursday, June 12. Ozone levels are expected to be in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups range (Orange) in the […]

Allison Transmission Holdings Inc. (NYSE: ALSN) today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Off-Highway business of Dana Incorporated, a leading provider of drivetrain and propulsion solutions, for approximately $2.7 billion. […]

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces the ongoing removal of amber-red overhead flashers and replacing with LED signage throughout West Central Indiana. Amber red overhead flashers can cause confusion for motorists. Drivers often perceive the […]

Miriam Curts decided last year she wasn’t going to let her age be an excuse for not being the best she could be. Her hopes were to lose weight and to get healthier, so she […]

Boone County is gearing up for the 2025 Boone County Job Fair+, happening Thursday, September 18 from 3:00 – 6:00 PM at the Boone County Fairgrounds—and registration is officially open! This event is a must-attend […]

 The Indiana Department of Transportation announces nighttime lane closures to impact I-65 between Swisher Road and County Road 600 N. in Tippecanoe County. Beginning on or after Monday June 16, crews will be paving the […]

Clinton County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) has become the first EMS agency in Indiana to adopt body-worn cameras. Following a successful trial period, the department has decided to move forward with the permanent deployment of […]

The Boone County Economic Development Corporation (Boone EDC) acknowledges the proposed expansion of Caterpillar Inc. at its Lebanon logistics facility. The Lebanon City Council approved local incentives in support of the project. Caterpillar will make […]

The Frankfort Education Foundation and the Frankfort Hot Dog Hall of Fame will be hosting a Golf Scramble on July 25, 2025. The Event will tee off at 12:30pm with a shotgun at the Frankfort […]

The Boone County Early Learning Coalition received an Empower to Educate grant from United Way of Central Indiana to support the professional development and mental well-being of early childhood educators in Boone County. Launched in […]

Ten individuals will compete for seven Indiana FFA state officer spots during the 96th Indiana State Convention. During the upcoming year, these individuals will serve as president, secretary, northern region vice president, southern region vice […]

Celebrate a day of excitement with us at TPA Park for our 4th of July Festival! Admission & parking are FREE! Enjoy delicious food, unique vendors, LIVE music, a one of a kind spectacular firework show, put on by […]

Keystone Cooperative, Inc. is proud to announce a significant investment in the next generation of agricultural leaders, awarding $100,000 in scholarships to 50 outstanding high school graduates across the region. Each recipient will receive a […]

After decades of dedicated public service, EMA Director Darrell Sanders is officially retiring. Darrell spent 28 years with the Frankfort Fire Department, served four years as a Frankfort City Councilman, and dedicated the last 18 […]

The 47th annual Flora Hog Jog  will be Saturday, June 14, 2025 in Flora, IN at Flora Community Park. June 6th is the last day to register online. https://hogjog.com/ 10K Run at 8:15 AM Race day […]

C&M Circus is coming to Flora, IN on June 11th. There will be two shows to be performed under a real Circus Big Top. Showtimes: 5:00 & 7:30 Location: Flora Park Sponsor: Flora Community Club, […]

The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has extended the forecast of an Air Quality Action Day (AQAD) through Saturday, June 7. Due to smoke from Canadian wildfires, expected fine particulate matter levels may reach the Unhealthy […]