Frankfort Issues Burn Ban
The Frankfort Fire Department has issued a burn ban due to heightened fire danger from ongoing dry conditions. The ban, announced by Fire Chief Matt Stidham, took effect at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, and applies to both the city and the surrounding areas under the department’s protection. The ban covers Center Township, […]
Kirklin Fire Welcomes New Pumper Tanker
The Kirklin Fire Department officially welcomed its newest addition to the fleet this week, a state-of-the-art pumper tanker that has already been put to the test. The truck, built by Deep South Fire Trucks in Mississippi, features a 1,250-gallon-per-minute Hale pump and a 2,500-gallon poly tank. For now, it will serve as the department’s primary […]
ICE Detainees Arrive At Miami Correctional Facility
More than a dozen Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainees arrived Wednesday at the Miami Correctional Facility, marking the first group housed at the northern Indiana prison since it was officially designated as a detention center. State officials say the number could grow to 100 by the end of the week. The state of Indiana […]
Healing Hope Recovery Holds Outreach In Dayton This Weekend
Daniel’s Mission, a division of Healing Hope Recovery, is inviting you to take part in an upcoming outreach event designed to build community connections through food, prayer, and giving. The event will be held at the Dollar General in Dayton on Saturday and Sunday from 6 to 8 pm. Organizers encourage residents to bring gently […]
Frankfort City Water Works Upgrades Residential Meters
The City of Frankfort Water Works Department has begun replacing residential water meters across the community, bringing modern technology to all water ratepayers’ homes. The new ultrasonic meters replace older manually read devices. Officials say the upgrade provides more accurate readings, reduces the possibility of human error, and allows for real-time data collection. The improved […]
Local Pharmacies Fight To Survive
Independent pharmacies are closing at alarming rates across Indiana and the U.S., and owners say Pharmacy Benefit Managers, or PBMs, are to blame. Small, independent pharmacies warn that without operations like theirs, some towns would become “pharmacy deserts,” leaving vulnerable residents without access to care. Pharmacies statewide have dropped from 1,354 in late 2024 to […]
Clinton Central School Corporation Board Meeting
This recent Clinton Central school board meeting covered administrative updates, recognition’s, public concerns, financial reports, and future planning for the school district. The board addressed recent community concerns, acknowledging feedback from letters, calls, public comments, and social media. They emphasized transparency but seemed to be comfortable hiding behind some information they aren’t sure of on […]
Clinton County Council Deals With Budget Uncertainties
The Clinton County Council convened on September 23, 2025, for its second round of budget hearings, facing critical decisions about public safety funding, departmental staffing, and looming fiscal uncertainties. The meeting, marked by candid discussions and tough choices, focused heavily on the Sheriff’s budget and the future of the county’s lucrative federal inmate program. At […]
Government Shutdown Likely After Congress Misses Deadline
The federal government is headed for its first shutdown in nearly seven years after Congress failed to pass a short-term funding bill before the Tuesday night deadline tomorrow. Without a deal, nearly every federal agency will be affected starting October 1, impacting millions of government workers, services, and everyday Americans. Unlike the 35-day shutdown during […]
Clinton County EMS Named Provider Of The Year
Clinton County EMS has been named the 2025 ALS Provider of the Year (Non-Fire Based) by the Indiana Fire Chiefs Association, a statewide honor recognizing excellence in prehospital care. The award highlights the outstanding work of Clinton County’s paramedics, EMTs, and supervisors, who consistently deliver advanced, evidence-based care to the community. Recent accomplishments include launching […]
Conservation Practices Highlighted As Wildcat Creek Grant Concludes
Local conservation leaders are celebrating the conclusion of the 319 South Fork Wildcat Creek grant by shining a spotlight on innovative practices that are helping protect water quality and improve soil health. As part of the grant’s Phase III funding, equipment modifications played a crucial role in advancing conservation efforts. One of the key investments […]
Court Orders Clinton County Sheriff, Wife, and Company To Repay $329,000
In a major legal development, a Clinton County judge has ordered Sheriff Rich Kelly, his wife Ashley Kelly, and their company Leonne, LLC to repay $329,360.47 after determining they improperly took profits from the county jail commissary fund without following state law. The ruling, issued as a partial summary judgment from special judge Thomas Lett […]