Clinton County Daily News

If you missed the 1st annual “Dust Them Off – Spring Fling Car Show Sunday at the Frankfort TPA Park you miss a great spring event that will kick off an excellent year of Frankfort’s Festivals and events.

(T-N-T’s Car Show) would like to thank every car owner and visitor that came to this years show.
Mayor Judith Sheets was in attendance and expressed her thanks for the donation money that was collected that will be used for repairs and/or purchase new playground equipment for the Frankfort Parks Department.

It was announced that T-N-T’s Car Shows would have at every Car Show have a donation bucket for the Parks Department at every car show event this year.

what did you miss if you were not in attendance?
Some of the best cars in the state at the show. The 1st winner of the World Of Wheels Car Show in Indianapolis, wonderful custom air brushed cars, outrages Rat rods and the list goes on and on.

Vendors supplied the event with Bruno’s Pizzeria on Wheels, Simple Sip that had a GREAT smoothie and the Jax Wax car polish folks from Lafayette answering questions about car wax and interior needs.

Over all for the 1st annual “Dust Them Off – Spring Fling Car Show there was a positive feel with all the craziness that (T-N-T’s) are doing with the games and great fellowship with every one.

The platform is the blend of tradition and modernity showcasing iconic vehicles and hosting unforgettable events. They would like to invite everyone to join as they take you on a journey through automotive history.

Erick Dircks attended with his camera, Video, and Drone coverage. Click the links below to view photos and two videos.

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CASS & CARROLL COUNTIES, Ind. – Indiana Department of Transportation contractor E&B Paving LLC will close State Road 29 between State Road 25/U.S. 35/U.S. 24 and the north junction of State Road 218 on or after Thursday, May 1.

This section of State Road 29 will be closed to through traffic through early August for resurfacing. Local access will be maintained. The official detour will follow State Road 25 and State Road 218.

This work is part of a larger contract to resurface State Road 29/State Road 218 between State Road 25/U.S. 35/U.S. 24 in Cass County and the south junction of State Road 218 in Carroll County, which will be ongoing through mid-November. This resurfacing will be a full depth reclamation where the entire asphalt pavement and a portion of the underlying materials are pulverized and blended to create a stabilized base course for a new surface layer.

INDOT encourages drivers to consider safety for all by slowing down, using extra caution and driving distraction-free when travelling in and around all work zones.

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Through the efforts of several police officers from multiple agencies, a man is behind bars facing possession of child pornography charges.

In March of 2025, the Indiana Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force opened an investigation targeted at 52-year-old Richard Krakora of Westfield, Indiana. Detectives believed Krakora possessed child pornography on electronic devices. Through investigative efforts, an Indiana State Police Detective filed for a search warrant for Krakora’s home and devices. That warrant was granted and subsequently served on April 24, 2025, with the assistance of other agencies. Evidence discovered during the investigation led to Krakora’s arrest. He was booked into the Hamilton County Jail earlier today.

This arrest is based upon probable cause. All crimes mentioned in this release are alleged, and all suspects are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty in court. The Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office will review this case to determine formal charges.

The Indiana Crimes Against Children Task Force is a multiagency task force led by the Indiana State Police that investigates and prosecutes persons who use the internet to sexually exploit or entice children. Each year, Indiana ICAC investigators evaluate thousands of tips, investigate hundreds of cases, and rescue dozens of children from ongoing sexual abuse. The Indiana ICAC Task Force encourages Hoosiers to report online exploitation, solicitation, and enticement-type crimes against children to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). The NCMEC website can be accessed through the ICAC Task Force website. To report a crime with your child as a victim involving the Internet or other electronic means, please contact your local Indiana law enforcement agency. To learn more about the efforts of the Indiana ICAC, visit https://internetcrimesagainstkids.com.

ISP ICAC detectives were assisted on this case by the Westfield Police Department, Boone County CASE Task Force, Zionsville Police Department, Whitestown Metro Police Department, U.S. Secret Service and the Boone County Sheriff’s Office.

All crimes mentioned in this release are alleged, and all suspects are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty in court.

The Thorntown Heritage Museum (124 North Market Street-Thorntown, Indiana) is opening May 26 with big plans for the 2025 season. Traditionally, the museum is open on Memorial Day for free tours and refreshments following the Thorntown American Legion’s morning ceremonies. The museum will be open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. that day.
This year the open house also features the opening of our new Native American exhibit. The new collection is possible thanks to Butch Wamsley who has donated a number of beautiful Native American regalia and clothing, beautiful beaded pieces and sacred religious artifacts. This is a temporary exhibit and brings Native American history to life. The Sugar Creek Historical Society, formally Society for the Preservation of Our Indiana Heritage (1973-1999), is working with the community on future programs and exhibits to honor this important piece of our town’s history.
In addition to the Native American exhibits there are two additional seasonal exhibits to be on display featuring businesses on Historic Main street since 1830 as well as historic and current community organizations (e.g. Lions, I.O.O.F etc.). The displays will complement our panel discussion “Historic Thorntown: Businesses and organizations that shaped our community”. A small panel of longtime community residents will reminisce with the crowd on the changes on June 21 at 2 p.m. Seating will be limited and reservations can be made at a later date.
Looking forward, Thorntown Heritage Museum is planning a free Family Day on July 12, our annual Ice Cream Social fundraiser August 2 and a new Garden Tea Party event August 23. More information on these programs will be released at a later date. The museum will be open Saturdays 11am- 4pm until the last day of the Festival of the Turning Leaves.
To learn more about the Thorntown Heritage Museum or the Sugar Creek Historical Society’s mission please contact Kirsten Wamsley at 765-436-7348 ext. 202, kwamsley@thorntownpl.org or https://www.thorntownpl.org/about/heritagemuseum/.

The Frankfort Community Public Library is proud to announce the return of our Summer Art Camp taking place June 9–13. Kids aged 8-17 will once again get to enjoy a week of art making fun to kick off Summer Reading. They will be splitting up into two age groups this year, 8–12 and 13–17 to allow for additional participation. Ages 8–12 will meet from 10 a.m.–noon Monday-Thursday, with the 13–17 age group meeting from 1–3pm each day. On the final day of camp, Friday, June 13, both groups will meet together from 11a.m.–1p.m. for a final celebration. Artwork created during camp will be on display along the hallway and in our McKown Gallery, allowing families and the public to see their creations through the month of June.

Registration is required and is limited to 15 participants in each age group. Registration opens May 1.

For more information, please email Lori Brubaker at lorib@myfcpl.org or call (765) 654-8746, ext. 1141.

Celebrate the start of the outdoor recreation season with free admission to all Indiana State Parks properties on Sunday, May 4, the second day of Welcome Weekend and the opening day of Visit Indiana Week.

Find an Indiana State Parks property and what’s new there at on.IN.gov/stateparks. If you’ve never visited, on.IN.gov/dnr-welcome offers helpful tips.

“We’re excited to welcome back longtime visitors, and we also warmly invite anyone who’s never visited,” said Ginger Murphy, deputy director of Indiana State Parks. “Our parks offer beautiful scenic views, camping and healthy outdoor activities, nature centers for learning about Indiana’s history and natural resources, and delicious dining and restful lodging at our inns.”

Campgrounds are open, with comfort stations open and water on for the season. A 25% discount is available Sunday-Wednesday through May 14 using the code SPRING25. Some restrictions apply. Beginning April 30, campers can reserve a site at camp.IN.gov until 11 p.m. ET on day of arrival. In the past, 2 p.m. ET was the cutoff.

Check out Indiana State Park Inns’ Spring special, which includes 25% off the best available rate when booking two consecutive nights through May 22. Complete inns information and some restrictions are listed at IndianaInns.com.

Many activities are on tap for the weekend, including a fungi walk at Indiana Dunes State Park, a campfire building class at Chain O’Lakes State Park and a talk featuring ways to invite hummingbirds to your backyard at Fort Harrison State Park. All Indiana State Parks programs and events during Welcome Weekend and beyond are listed at calendar.dnr.IN.gov and on each property’s Facebook page.

May 4 is also a Free Fishing Day, as described at on.IN.gov/fishfree.

Come today and support Jody Skiles visionary of the year campaign for Leukemia & Lymphoma Society by Dine to Donate at the Milky Way from 11am to 9pm located on 750 Washington Avenue- Frankfort, Indiana.

Jodi is a visionary; Who has a vision for a world without cancer, but she need your help! The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society was built on this same vision–of a better world–one without blood cancers.

For more information on LLS, please visit www.LLS.org

The Indiana Immunization Coalition has announced the upcoming Clinton County Community Health Fair set for April 30 for community members to receive free health services, and community members may tune in to hear more about the event during a live remote broadcast from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on WILO 96.9 FM, 1570 AM and Boone 102.7 FM.

The event will be held from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 30 at the Edward Jones 4-H Building at the Clinton County Fairgrounds in Frankfort.

The coalition will provide health screenings, community resources, vaccines, giveaways and more free of cost for those in attendance. The first 50 people will receive a free hygiene kit, a pair of socks and a $10 gas card as well.

For more information and registration, visit vaccinateindiana.org/health-fairs.

Services Available:

• Dental and vision screenings
• Lead testing
• Blood pressure and glucose checks
• Information on legal services
• Health insurance assistance
• Childcare referral resources
• Preschool tuition assistance
• Reproductive healthcare services
• Narcan and overdose prevention materials
• Youth mentoring services
• Breast and cervical services
• HIV and Hepatitis C testing
• Nutrition education

On April 24, just after 10 a.m., the Lebanon Fire Department, along with Center Township Fire Department and Whitestown Fire Department, were dispatched to 906 Hopkins Rd. for reports of a house fire. Lebanon Police officers arrived and confirmed reports of a fully-involved detached garage fire with fire and damage extending into the residence and multiple adjacent exposures, authorities report.

The L213 crew was first to arrive and performed a search of the residence, followed by the arrival of E212 and E222 who performed a fire attack, exposure protection and established water supply for the incident. Crews on scene were able to stop the spread of the fire into the residence and prevent further damage to the adjacent exposures.

Once the fire was marked under control, crews began overhaul of the residence with Whitestown L272 to investigate the extent of the damage to the adjacent exposures and the detached garage. Crews on scene worked with the homeowners to salvage and retrieve valuables and irreplaceable items for the family, authorities report.

Lebanon Fire Department investigators conducted an origin and cause investigation that reportedly found the fire originated in the detached garage, and the fire was determined to be accidental. Due to the damage to the garage, the cause is undetermined. The investigation is closed at this time.

No occupants were reportedly in the residence at the time of the fire, and no injuries were reported.

The scene was released back to the homeowner just before 12:30 p.m.

The City of Frankfort and Mayor Judy Sheets hosted the first special event titled “Sparkling Success: Women’s Leadership Series” that celebrated the achievements of women-owned small businesses in Frankfort and Clinton County.

The event was hosted by Sheets and featured a keynote address from Indiana’s First Lady Maureen Braun, who spoke about her advocacy for community development and entrepreneurship, and she commented that the City of Frankfort appears to operate similarly to Jasper where she has established her own business, Finishing Touches, and acted as the first president of Heart of Jasper.

Braun expressed that speaking to local women in business and small business owners has become a passion for her as she spreads the idea of shopping local across the state.

“It’s so important because we’ve seen it work in our community, and we really want to encourage others to do it,” Braun said. “We started 40 years ago or so with shop local, and it really just got people to think, shop at your own stores. If we don’t have it or you don’t have it, that’s okay. Then, you go somewhere else to find it, but try to shop local first.”

Braun stated that through the promotion of shopping local first within the local community, she personally saw an influx of customers that allowed for her to personally invest back into the community through supporting local organizations, schools, teams and more.

“We really promoted that, and by doing so, they came in and checked us out, and then it’s been successful for the community,” Braun said. “We now, because we are getting so many people, we can give back to the community, so we give back to the local sports and music and things within town and all the things within the community, so it really promotes community.”

Braun highlighted numerous issues that small businesses owners have experienced since she began her business over four decades ago, from multiple financial struggles amongst the community, COVID, taxes, internal complications and more, stating that being able to overcome the struggles has led to an even stronger business for her that can support others.

“What I really want to do is inspire people to not give up,” Braun said. “Persistence and patience are very real, and we all go through bad times, so it’s a matter of getting through those tough times.”

Braun concluded by stating that her presentation at the Sparkling Success event was a means to inspire those who want to start a business to do so or instill them with the awareness to support others in their aspirations to start a business themselves because support is the backbone of local business.

Sheets stated that the first event was an outstanding success, and the the City is already planning for the next event that will continue instilling useful business knowledge into local business owners.

“This is something we’ve been working on for a while because we know how important it is for women in business and small businesses, so we want to give them some tips on leadership and how they can support each other and what we can do as a community to be there for them,” Sheets said. “This is the first, so we plan to have some more. We’re really excited about this.”

The Lebanon Parks and Recreation Department has announced that the rescheduled annual Easter Egg Hunt will be set for tomorrow, Saturday, April 26 for children between the ages of two and 10.

The event will kick off at 9:30 a.m. with the Special Needs Hunt on Saturday, April 26 at Memorial Park in Lebanon. Following the hunt, the 2 through 4 age group will begin their scramble at 10:30 a.m., followed by the 5 to 7 age group and the 8 to 10 age group. Start times for each hunt will be announced throughout the day.

Community members in attendance may also visit with the Easter Bunny.

Colfax Christian Church has announced the lineup for the 2025 Paul Del Valley Best Sermon Ever Conference in memory of Del Valley as they continue his legacy and invoke his passion for another year of worship.

The conference will span from April 27 through May 2 at 6:30 p.m. each night at Colfax Christian Church at 314 S. Clark St. in Colfax.

Conference Lineup:

• Sunday: Kris Howell of Berea Christian in Brazil, Indiana
• Monday: Justin Davis of Refine US Ministries in Indianapolis, Indiana
• Tuesday: Harold Keck of Seymour Heights Christian in Seymour Heights, Tennessee
• Wednesday: Terry Thompson of Small Church USA/Rock Point in Crawfordsville, Indiana
• Thursday: Casey Scott of Chapel Rock Christian in Indianapolis, Indiana
• Friday, Andy Bratton of Kalkaska Church of Christ in Kalkaska, Michigan

Del Valley acted as a pivotal part of the Best Sermon Ever conference in years past, and the church expressed that this year’s event will strive to keep his memory alive and honor him for his dedication to the church and the community.

“This year, we’re doing something special to honor Paul Del Valley and his family,” the church released. “For one year only, we’re adding his name to the conference title as a tribute to his incredible impact.”

The church announced that childcare will be provided during the conference as well.

The Clinton County Autism Support Group has announced the date of the upcoming Walk-A-Mile for Autism Acceptance event set for Saturday, April 26 where community members can come together to support the Autism Community.

The event will be held at 3 p.m. tomorrow, Saturday, April 26 at Shelter #1 at TPA Park in Frankfort. The event will kick off as Frankfort Mayor Judy Sheets presents a proclamation regarding Autism Acceptance Month before the Earl family leads the way on a one-mile walk, run or jog through TPA Park.

The first 100 individuals to check back in at the completion of their mile will receive an autism completion medal.

Registration is not required, and the event is free and open to the public.

The Drug Enforcement Administration is sponsoring the 27th nationwide “Prescription Drug Take Back” initiative in an attempt to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft through the proper disposal of prescription drugs.

Collection sites will be set up nationwide tomorrow, Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the nearest Indiana State Police Post for expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs that will be properly disposed of without posing a threat to the environment. The program is designed for all liquid and pill medications. Vaping pens without batteries and vaping cartridges will also be taken during the program. Needles or sharps, new or used, will not be accepted for disposal.

The service is free and anonymous for the community to utilize with no questions asked. The department released the following in anticipation of the program.

This initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue.  Medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse, and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the U.S. are alarmingly high, as are the number of accidental poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs.  Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet.

In addition, Americans are now advised that their usual methods for disposing of unused medicines—flushing them down the toilet or throwing them in the trash—pose both potential safety and health hazards.

Once again, the Indiana State Police is pleased to partner with the DEA, and as in the past, unwanted medications may be dropped off at any Indiana State Police Post, except for the Toll Road Post.

To locate the closest participating State Police Post, click this link for Indiana State Police on the Map. To find other locations in Indiana or across the U.S. that are participating in the Drug Take Back initiative, click this link to the DEA.

The Boone County Solid Waste Management District has announced the date for its Spring Tox Drop Collection where residents are able to rid their households of toxic substances such as cleaning supplies.

The Tox Drop Collection will take place tomorrow, Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Boone County Highway Garage at 1955 Indianapolis Ave. in Lebanon.

Items that are accepted include household cleaners, batteries, tires, gasoline and more. For the spring event only, tires will be accepted with residence limits of 8 vehicle or truck tires with no rims, two tractor tires or a combination thereof.

Accepted Items:

• Antifreeze
• Break Fluid
• Motor Oil
• Small Propane Tanks
• Glues and Adhesives
• Fire Extinguishers
• Fluorescent Tube Lights/CFL Bulbs
• Oil-Based Paint/Thinner/Stain
• Pesticides/Herbicides/Insecticides
• Fertilizers
• Gasoline
• Household Cleaners
• Aerosols
• Pool Chemicals
• Thermometers and Thermostats
• Batteries (Automobile and Rechargeable)
• Tires (Tires will only be collected at the Spring event and have additional limits)
• Electronics (Free, with the exception of a $20 cash fee per unit for all televisions and computer monitors)

Electronics that are banned from being disposed in an Indiana Landfill:

• Televisions, computer monitors, computers (including desktops, laptops and tablets), e-readers, fax machines, peripherals (including keyboards, mice, external hard drives, printers, all-in-one printer/scanner/copiers, projectors and any other devices that are sold exclusively for external use with a computer and provide input into or output from a computer), DVD players (including gaming systems that are able to play DVDs), digital photo frames, digital media players, iPods/MP3 players, camcorders/cameras, DVR/TiVo devices (including cable boxes and satellite boxes but not satellite dishes) and portable GPS navigation systems.
• Note: small appliances are not considered electronics.

Guidelines and Limitations:

• Must be a Boone County resident
• Only residential waste is accepted
  • No business or industrial waste will be accepted
• Spring tire limits per primary residence are 4 vehicle or truck tires or 2 tractor tires or a combination thereof with 4 tires maximum
  • Tractor tires must have a maximum outside diameter of 54 inches
• Residents must stay in their vehicle at all times during the event for the health and safety of attendees and workers

Do NOT Bring:

• Radioactive waste
• Explosives
  • Ammunition, fireworks, flares, etc.
• Alkaline batteries
• AA/AAA/C/D/9V/etc. are non-hazardous
• Appliances
• Latex Paint
  • This type of common household paint is non-toxic and should be allowed to dry out (such as in cat litter) until it is a non-liquid, then it can be placed in the trash.

The Fall Tox Drop collection will take place on Saturday, Sept. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Zionsville Police Department at 1075 Parkway Dr. in Zionsville.

Community members have been invited to join John Barr at the Frankfort Community Public Library tomorrow, Saturday, April 26 for his genealogy workshop entitled “Using Maps and Platting Land for Genealogy” as platting ancestors’ land may help answer questions and add much-needed context for their family story for generations.

In the interactive workshop, Barr will discuss researching and interpreting land records and demonstrate the platting process. He will also compare and contrast the metes and bounds system with the Public Land Survey System. Finally, participants will learn to draw ancestral property plats and place them on maps.

Participants can bring their own ancestors’ land records to work with or use sample land records that will be provided along with any required supplies.

Barr is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists and formerly served as the president of the Indiana chapter. His company, Old Northwest Genealogy, specializes in 18th and 19th century research with an emphasis on land and probate records.

This class will be held in the lower level meeting room and will last 1.5 hours to 2 hours. The cost is $5, and registration is required. To register, call 765-654-8746, visit myfcpl.org/calendar or stop by the library. For more information, contact Jill Garrison at 765-654-8746, extension 1137 or jgarrison@myfcpl.org.

Highland Heights has announced its offering of Equine-Assisted Workshops during the spring and summer for community members can gain further understanding of new parenting tactics.

Community members have been invited to reserve their spot for the Create a Life of Peace: Peaceful Parent Workshop set for 9 a.m. through 12 p.m. tomorrow, Saturday, April 26 at the Highland Heights Farm.

This skill-based workshop will include time with the horses on the farm. Led by Autumn Overbay and Marissa Smith, this workshop will give participants practical strategies to create a peaceful household, improve communication and foster mutual respect.

Limited spots are available, and community members are encouraged to register as soon as possible.

The Zionsville Parks and Recreation Department has announced the annual Zionsville Greenfest in celebration of Earth Day and Arbor Day, which has been set for tomorrow, Saturday, April 26, at Zionsville Town Hall.

The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Zionsville Town Hall at 1100 W. Oak St. in Zionsville where community members may explore eco-friendly exhibits, shop the Do It Again Art Market and learn how to live sustainably.

Community members may learn more about the event and the numerous exhibitors that will be in attendance at zionsville-in.gov/745/Greenfest.

The Annual Perry Township Volunteer Fire Department Spring Craft Show is on the horizon with gifts intended to put a smile on any mother’s face.

The 2024 Spring Craft Show is slated for tomorrow, Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Perry Township Volunteer Fire Department at 103 W. Main St. in Colfax.

The free event will bring vendors from across the county and the region to Colfax with items for community members to explore. The vendors are expected to bring local handmade items catered toward Mother’s Day.

In previous years, visitors have been treated to selections of jewelry, woodworking, crocheted items, beauty products, hand-sewn items, goat milk products, baked goods and jelly, embroidered towels, Christian decor and books, adult and children’s clothing and more.

Food will also be available for purchase with biscuits and gravy and muffins for breakfast and sloppy joes, hot dogs and nachos for lunch.

This year, there will be a garage sale with a free will donation as well.

Community members have been invited to join together for a meet and greet with the Clinton County child care providers through an event hosted by the Purdue University Extension this Saturday.

The event is set from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. tomorrow, Saturday, April 26 at the Flour Mill Bakery and Cafe at 5450 W. State Road 26 in Rossville, led by Community Childcare Educator Maritsa Romero.

During the event, attendees will connect with other providers, share stories, strategies and support and gain peer mentorship experiences in a relaxed setting.

For more information, community members may reach out to extchildcare@purdue.edu.

The Delphi Tri-Township Fire Department has announced its upcoming Annual Pancake and Sausage Breakfast set for tomorrow, Saturday, April 26.

The breakfast will kick off tomorrow, Saturday, April 26 from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the fire station at 203 E. Main St. in Delphi. Community members may indulge in a delicious breakfast on a free-will donation basis to help support the department and the community.

The Delphi Tri-Township Fire Department responds to more than 250 calls each year and protects an area of 96 square miles as well as providing mutual aid.