With regular-season high school football just a week away, local high schools take the field for their final scrimmages of the year tonight. Here are … [FULL STORY]
Heavy rainfall is creating problems across the area, with flooding reported in several locations and a number of roads closed because of high water. And … [FULL STORY]
August 14, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Special Olympics Train 4 Life Program Shows Significant, Sustained Success
Special Olympics Indiana athletes who took part in the Train 4 Life program during the past two years are showing improvements in strength and endurance … [FULL STORY]
The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for… Clinton County, Western Howard County and Southern Carroll County in … [FULL STORY]
August 14, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Life-Threatening Flash Flood Warning Issued for Four Central Indiana Counties
CENTRAL INDIANA — A life-threatening flash flood warning is in effect for portions of central Indiana Friday morning as thunderstorms continue to produce heavy rainfall … [FULL STORY]
Frankfort VFW Post 1110 is partnering with the City of Frankfort on a project to remodel Veterans Park, with proceeds from an upcoming pork burger … [FULL STORY]
The Frankfort Community Public Library is proud to welcome Michael Kelsey to our Skanta Theatre stage on Friday, Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m. Born and … [FULL STORY]
The Clarks Hill-Lauramie Volunteer Fire Department is inviting the community to its annual Fish Fry on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, offering an evening of food, … [FULL STORY]
August 14, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Frankfort Residents Invited to ‘Beat the Heat’ Survey for Chance to Win Prizes
With summer temperatures continuing to climb, residents are being reminded that heat-related illnesses are preventable with proper preparation and awareness. Staying hydrated, checking local weather … [FULL STORY]
The deadline to apply for urban forestry grants administered by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Division of Forestry’s Community & Urban Forestry program … [FULL STORY]
August 14, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Summer Concert Series Continues with August 15 Performance in Downtown Frankfort
After a mid-summer break, Prairie Creek Park’s 2026 Summer Concert Series returns on Saturday, August 15, with an evening of free live music featuring The … [FULL STORY]
Members of the Mulberry community gathered to celebrate the dedication of a new mural, despite rainy weather. The event recognized the collaboration and hard work … [FULL STORY]
CLINTON COUNTY, Ind. — A flooded roadway advisory has been issued for County Road 700 N as heavy flooding is reported along the route. Officials … [FULL STORY]
August 14, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Flash Flood Warning Issued for Clinton, Tipton and Surrounding Central Indiana Counties
The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has issued a Flash Flood Warning for portions of central and north-central Indiana early Friday morning as thunderstorms bring … [FULL STORY]
August 13, 2026Liz DeRosaComments Off on BZA Approves Shed Request, Eyes Downtown Buildings for September Meeting
The Frankfort Board of Zoning Appeals voted unanimously Wednesday to approve a developmental standard variance allowing a McKenna West Street homeowner to build a backyard … [FULL STORY]
August 13, 2026Liz DeRosaComments Off on Clinton County Council Approves $1.1M in Spending, Including New Patrol Vehicles, And Hears Fairgrounds Preservation Update
Clinton County Council members approved more than $1.1 million in new county spending at their Aug. 12 meeting, headlined by nearly $549,000 to replace six … [FULL STORY]
August 13, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Gov. Braun Declares Statewide Disaster Emergency, Mobilizes National Guard as Indiana Responds to Severe Storms, Flooding
CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind. — Governor Mike Braun today declared a statewide disaster emergency and announced he mobilized the Indiana National Guard as he continues leading Indiana’s … [FULL STORY]
Frankfort Mayor Judy Sheets will join Cindy Loveless and Melissa Miller on Party Line Friday morning, August 14, at 8:30 a.m. for a conversation about … [FULL STORY]
August 13, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on Severe Thunderstorm Watch Extended for Central Indiana; Flood Watch Remains in Effect
Residents across central Indiana are being urged to remain weather-aware Thursday afternoon and evening as the National Weather Service has extended a Severe Thunderstorm Watch … [FULL STORY]
August 13, 2026Melissa JacobsComments Off on INDOT, ISP Urge Safe Travel as Flooding, Rainfall and Severe Weather Continue
The Indiana Department of Transportation and Indiana State Police are urging drivers to travel safely in areas experiencing flooding and severe weather. Over the past … [FULL STORY]
On August 12, 2026, just before 10:00 a.m., the Benton County Sheriff’s Office responded to a two vehicle fatal crash on State Road 18 near … [FULL STORY]
A driver was critically injured Wednesday afternoon following a serious crash involving a passenger vehicle and a semi on Interstate 65 near Lebanon. The crash … [FULL STORY]