Articles by Melissa Jacobs

Special Olympics Indiana has launched a statewide raffle aimed at raising funds to support athletes and programming across the state, including local county programs. The fundraiser features several major incentives for participants, including large cash […]

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure in connection with a local project. Beginning on or after Wednesday, April 1, Grant Street will close between Washington Street and Indianapolis Avenue for complete road […]

On March 24, 2026 at approximately 6:12p.m., Kokomo Police Officers were dispatched to a stabbing that had just occurred in the 800-block of North Main Street. Upon officers’ arrival, they located a female United States […]

Travelers flying out of Indianapolis International Airport (IND) should prepare for significantly increased passenger traffic during the Spring Break travel period from March 25 through April 13, 2026, airport officials announced Wednesday. Passengers are strongly […]

On March 21, the Lebanon Police Department responded to a report of alleged animal abuse. During the investigation, the complainant stated they observed and recorded video of a K9 handler with the Frankfort Police Department […]

In the last three years, Ivy Tech Community College supporters from around the state have donated more than $1 million to support students in their academic journey. On April 21, we will be sharing stories […]

Clinton County Clerk Stephanie Harshbarger is reminding those who aren’t already registered to vote in the Primary Election on Tuesday, May 5th, that they have two weeks left to do so. The deadline to register […]

Today, on National Agriculture Day, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the launch of a national public awareness campaign to inform meat, poultry, and egg producers of the “Product of USA” voluntary labeling […]

 In April, Witham Health Services will host support groups and community education classes, as well as a blood drive and a fundraiser led by its volunteer organization. Support Groups and Education Witham will host the […]

St. Matthew Community Preschool is marking a major milestone in 2026 as it celebrates 50 years of serving local families and children. What began as a small initiative by St. Matthew United Methodist Church—with just […]

Troopers from the Indiana State Police Lafayette District conducted targeted enforcement patrols on Friday and Saturday focusing on aggressive and reckless driving as traffic increases during spring break travel. The patrols were concentrated along Interstate […]

The Department of Natural Resources Division of Historic Preservation & Archaeology is now accepting grant applications for the fiscal year 2026 Historic Preservation Fund (HPF). Applications are only accepted through the State of Indiana’s Grant […]

As tournament season sweeps across the country, the Indianapolis Zoo is inviting the public to take part in a bracket-style competition with a powerful purpose: protecting the planet’s most vulnerable species. Nearly 50,000 species worldwide […]

Witham Health Services has announced that the health system is now accepting applications from community organizations seeking sponsorship support for events and initiatives taking place during the second half of 2026. “Through our community sponsorship […]

Frankfort students once again had a strong showing at the Lafayette Regional Science and Engineering Fair, with 60 students in grades 5-8 representing the Community Schools of Frankfort. Competing against students from a 12-county area […]

Howard County – Earlier today, March 17, 2026, just before 10:00 a.m., officers from the Indiana State Police, Howard County Sheriff’s Office, and the Greentown Police Department responded to an injury-involved crash on State Road 22 […]

 The National Weather Service has upgraded the Wind Advisory issued earlier this morning to a High Wind Warning for parts of central and north central Indiana, including Clinton County. According to the warning, west winds […]

Charges have been filed by the Miami County Prosecutor’s Office in connection with a death investigation that occurred on November 26, 2025. Names and Charge(s): Na-Son Smith, age 33 Murder – Murder Voluntary Manslaughter – […]

Interim Dean of the Vincennes University College of Health Sciences and Human Performance, Dr. Jason King, has been named President of the Indiana State Board of Nursing. This prominent role puts a VU leader at the helm […]

Students from the Frankfort High School chapter of FCCLA recently returned from the Indiana FCCLA State Competition, with every student competitor earning a medal in their respective events. FCCLA, which stands for Family, Career and […]