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Franklin County Senior Sophie Garrett was recently selected to be a Counselor at Hoosier Girls State.
Daniela Blanco selected to receive scholarship
Daniela Blanco, Sunman, has been selected at the 2024 Hispanic Community Advisory Committee (HCAC) Scholarship winner.
Milroy man arrested for child pornography
Members of Indiana’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force served a search warrant on April 25 following a lengthy investigation involving Mark Richard Victor Herbert, 24, of Milroy, and the possession of child pornography.
Lifelong FC resident turns 100
Life-long Franklin County resident Virginia “Virgie” Hunt recently celebrated her 100th birthday.
Local business feature
This week, we are highlighting The Puzzle Box Games, an immersive and exciting way to enjoy board games and escape rooms.
Less than two weeks until totality
The Total Solar Eclipse is less than two weeks away and is expected to bring approximately 500,000 visitors to the state.
Riley Duerstock Nursing Scholarship established to bring hope and joy from tragedy
The Ripley County Community Foundation is honored to announce the establishment of the Riley Duerstock Nursing Scholarship which is available to students in 2024.
Lucas Byrd sworn in at BOW meeting
On March 18, the Board of Public Works and Safety for the City of Rushville held its regularly scheduled meeting.
Breaking Down Barriers: Free Pregnancy and Infant Support
The My Health Baby program in Indiana aims to provide support and guidance to pregnant women and new parents who are on Medicaid.
ECHS student shares why displaying the American Flag is important to him
On Thursday, March 7, posts began to emerge on social media saying East Central High School (ECHS) senior, Cameron Blasek, was asked by school staff to remove the American Flag he had flying on his truck in the East Central parking lot.
Jim Wilz: Redefining Breast Cancer Support One Pedal at a Time
Franklin County would like to show support to a man who has partnered with an incredible movement and to honor those who are survivors of breast cancer. Jim Wilz is an avid, long-time cyclist who will embark on a six-week bike ride starting in March.
Skunk rabies circulating in southeastern Indiana
The Indiana Department of Health urges residents to vaccinate their pets against rabies and to keep a safe distance from wildlife after skunk rabies was detected in two southern Indiana counties. Skunk rabies is normally present in northern Kentucky, but these are the first cases confirmed in Indiana since 2004. …
David Willkie to speak at WCBA Annual Dinner
The Whitewater Canal Scenic Byway is once again hosting their Annual Dinner. March 13th at 6:00 p.m. Doors will open at 5:30 at Third Place in Brookville. The dinner event is filled with all kinds of news and fun about the byway.
State of Indiana v. Gregory C. Guilfoyle
Just six days before the State v. Guilfoyle trial was scheduled to begin on Feb. 12, Franklin County Prosecutor Chris Huerkamp filed a motion to dismiss the charge of Attempted Murder, amongst others, with the intent of refiling the charges.
