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Indiana law requires every county, including Clinton County, to have a Sheriff’s Merit Board to oversee hiring, promotions and major discipline for merit deputies, rather than leaving those decisions solely to the elected sheriff.  In […]

A Wind Advisory is in effect for much of central Indiana until 6 p.m. EST today, with strong west winds expected to impact travel and outdoor activities. Forecasters say west winds of 20 to 30 […]

The Clinton County Soil and Water Conservation District will hold its Annual Meeting on Tuesday, March 3 at 12:00 p.m. at 51 West, located at 51 W. Clinton St., Frankfort, IN 46041. The event will […]

The Beech Grove Police Department has announced the funeral arrangements for Office Brian Elliott. Officer Elliott was fatally wounded in the line of duty Monday, February 16, 2026, responding a domestic disturbance. Visitation Information: Sunday […]

Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced the allocation of up to $1 million to the state’s Community Collaboration Fund (CCF), making additional funding available to support community-led projects focused on entrepreneurial education, tech enablement and acceleration […]

The Indiana Department of Transportation will host a public information meeting a proposed roundabout project at State Road 32 and S.R. 75 in Boone County, located near Western Boone High School. What: Public information meeting to […]

Clinton County Prosecutor Anthony “Tony” Sommer used a recent appearance on WILO’s “Party Line” program to outline his support for shifting more prosecutorial costs to the state, explain how Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) already […]

Living Alternatives Pregnancy Resource Center has an expanded medical facility and “boutique” at 1746 East Wabash Street in Frankfort, offering free pregnancy services and baby supplies to families in Clinton, Boone, Carroll, Howard Counties and […]

Frankfort’s streets and parks crews are gearing up for a busy spring and summer season that will bring 16 paving projects, new permanent speed bumps near parks, expanded alley work and continued upgrades in city […]

Late yesterday evening, an Indiana State Police trooper initiated a pursuit with a sport bike, resulting in a 36-year-old Redford, Michigan man being apprehended and jailed. At approximately 9:46 p.m., Indiana State Police were notified […]

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will have a strong presence at the 71st Annual Ford Indianapolis Boat, Sport and Travel Show, Feb. 20-22 and Feb. 25-March 1, at the Indiana State Fairgrounds. The […]

Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced today the launch of the $65 million Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) 2.0 Arts & Culture Initiative, opening a statewide call for transformative arts and culture projects. The […]

The Indiana Connectivity Program (ICP) continues to bring high-speed internet access to unserved and underserved homes and businesses across the state through its state-funded grant initiative. Designed to connect locations with internet speeds below 100 […]

On February 18, 2026, at approximately 7:00 PM, Deputy Lindsey Needler #34-101 of the Howard County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop in the area of Lincoln Road and Goyer Road after observing a white […]

Angie Bruton, BSN, RN, an Obstetrics Registered Nurse at Witham Health Services, received the prestigious Daisy Award for exceptional patient care. The Daisy Award, which stands for Diseases Attacking the Immune System, is a special […]

The Storm Prediction Center (SPC) has issued various risk levels throughout Indiana for potential for severe weather. The primary threat for severe thunderstorms is expected after 2 p.m. on Feb. 19, with the southern two-thirds […]

Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Milestone Contractors LP will close Old State Road 25 between State Road 25 and U.S. 421/State Road 39/18 on or after Monday, March 2. Old State Road 25 will be […]

Spring arrives in spectacular fashion as the 68th Annual Indiana Flower + Patio Show returns March 14–22, 2026, at the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center (West Pavilion and Expo Hall). One of the oldest […]

Camp Cullom’s Prairie Grass Observatory has released its 2026 public open house schedule, offering North Central Indiana residents multiple chances to explore the night sky.  The Camp Cullom astronomical observatory is located between Frankfort and […]

A new, nationwide study of high school policies in all 50 states finds that Indiana is leading the way in preparing students for life after graduation. The study, released Wednesday by the XQ Institute, a […]

A Revived Community Effort to Overcome Life’s Struggles After several years of hiatus during the pandemic, the Celebrate Recovery program has officially restarted in Clinton County, drawing nearly 40 participants to its first weekly meeting […]