Obituaries
James “Paiute” Miller
James “Paiute” Miller, 50, of Lafayette, Ind., died March 7, 2021 in Lafayette, Ind. He was born December 13, 1970 in Phoenix, AZ to William … [FULL STORY]
Month: March 2021
Local News
AARP Tax-Aide Program Running Low on Availability
The AARP Tax Aide program is currently offering free assistance for low to moderate income and elderly taxpayers. Tax assistance is available from 9 a.m. … [FULL STORY]
Local News
Six-State Trooper Project Getting Underway
The Indiana State Police will be joining forces this week with Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia State Police agencies, for what is known … [FULL STORY]
Local News
Howard County Farm Recognized With Hoosier Homestead
A longstanding Howard County farm was recently presented a Hoosier Homestead award for operating for 100 years, according to State Rep. Heath VanNatter (R-Kokomo). Located … [FULL STORY]
Local News
New: Audio From Mayor Judy Sheets Swimming Pool Coming To TPA Park
Frankfort Mayor Judy Sheets Comments On New Pool At TPA Park Below “When will the park get its pool back?” “Is there going to be … [FULL STORY]
Obituaries
Carl R. Jones
Carl Raye Jones, 65, of Newtown, passed away on Sunday, March 7, 2021 at Clinton House Health and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Lafayette … [FULL STORY]
Local News
Clinton County Under Wind Advisory Until 1 A.M. Thursday
The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has issued a Wind Advisory for portions of north central and west central Indiana, including Clinton County, from 1 … [FULL STORY]
Local News
Nearly 60 Indiana Counties Pass Resolutions to Oppose HB 1381
The Association of Indiana Counties (AIC) and Indiana Association of County Commissioners (IACC) are opposed to House Bill 1381, preempting local control for the siting … [FULL STORY]
Local Sports
New Swimming Pool Coming To TPA Park
“When will the park get its pool back?” “Is there going to be a swimming pool at the park?” Bart Kraning, Frankfort Parks Superintendent, hears … [FULL STORY]
Local News
City Reminds Residents of Importance of House Numbers
Recognizing that house numbers are not just convenient for finding addresses but a necessary tool for emergency responders to use to ensure they can locate … [FULL STORY]
Local News
Traffic Stop Leads to Arrest of Peru Man
At approximately 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, a traffic stop by Indiana State Police Trooper Jon Cole led to the arrest of Jerry L Messer, 28, Peru. … [FULL STORY]
Local News
Impaired Driver Arrested After Traveling at a High Rate of Speed
Just after midnight Tuesday morning, Trooper Mason Wiley was patrolling Interstate 65 northbound near the 175 mile-marker. A silver Hyundai Sonata passed Trooper Wiley at … [FULL STORY]
Local News
State Road 26 Will Be Closed Beginning April 1
Clinton County Central Dispatch has announced they received notification from Rieth-Riley Tuesday that they will begin a road project on April 1. The project will … [FULL STORY]
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Health Department Updates Statewide COVID-19 Case Counts
The Indiana Department of Health announced Tuesday that 16,511 people received a free COVID-19 vaccine during a four-day clinic at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, including … [FULL STORY]
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United Way Opens Grant Cycle for Not for Profits
United Way for Clinton County opens their grant cycle for any Not for Profits in Clinton County for grant year 2022. The open window is … [FULL STORY]
Local News
Indiana State Climate Office Provides Spring Outlook
Meteorological spring is here, with predictions by the Climate Prediction Center (CPC) covering March, April and May. The vernal equinox, traditionally celebrated as the beginning … [FULL STORY]
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State Health Updates Statewide COVID-19 Case Counts
The Indiana Department of Health announced Monday that 12,384 people have received a free COVID-19 vaccine at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, including 4,169 who were … [FULL STORY]
Local News
Community Foundation Celebrating 25th Anniversary
Since its beginning in November 1996, the Clinton County Community Foundation’s value was evident. When the Foundation was created that fall, within two months nearly … [FULL STORY]
Local News
Red Barn Summer Theatre Lobby Getting a Facelift
The next time the doors to the Red Barn Summer Theatre open, they will have a new look in the lobby area thanks to donations … [FULL STORY]
Obituaries
Marty R. Smith
Marty Ray Smith, 60 of Kirklin passed away March 6, 2021 at his home. He was born November 13, 1960 in Springfield, Illinois to Ralph … [FULL STORY]
Local News
Del Real’s Three-Pointer Lifts Rossville to Sectional Title
Kaleb Del Real hit a three-pointer at the buzzer to lift Rossville to a 45-44 Class 2A sectional basketball championship Saturday night it Fountain Central … [FULL STORY]
Local News
Boys Sectional Basketball Tournament Results
The 111th Annual IHSAA Boys Basketball State Tournament presented by the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever kicks off Tuesday night. Sectional games are scheduled to … [FULL STORY]