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New Playground open in College Corner

The Grove in College Corner has a new playground, just in time for Summer!
Local Children’s Author hosts book signing June 24

They say necessity is the mother of invention–add to that a local coffee shop, and for Liberty native Emma Townsend this was the path to becoming a published author.
Southeastern Coffee Trail: The Coffee Shop Highlights

Kicking off summer of 2023, let's introduce the Southeast Indiana Coffee Trail!
FCMS Athletic Director retires after 12 years

Lisa Robinson has, as of the last day of school, retired as the athletic director for Franklin County Middle School (FCMS).
FCRC contributes to school marketing plan

Franklin County Redevelopment Commission welcomed members of FC Schools’ Board of Trustees and presenters Brandon Ball and Shelley Lunsford to its May 23 meeting.
Representative Frye authors veterans' bills

On Monday, May 22, House Representative Randy Frye (R) District 67 attended a ceremonial bill signing with Governor Holcomb for legislation Frye authored that supports our active-duty military and veterans.
FCHS Class of 2023 leaves its mark

Keeping the tradition going strong, several FCHS seniors came out to the dam on Friday to carve their graduation year.
Man charged with attempted murder and criminal recklessness

Joseph K. Steele, 37, of Laurel, has been charged with Attempted Murder, a Level 1 Felony, and Criminal Recklessness, a Level 5 Felony.
Local resident becomes a local hero

On Friday, May 26, around 3:45 a.m., Brookville resident Caleb Barnes was on his way to work when he drove passed a log cabin on North County Line Road in Sunman on fire.
Dexter Schlichter - 2023 Liberty FFA Star Chapter Farmer

The 2023 Liberty FFA Chapter Annual Awards Banquet at Union County High School recognized the accomplishments of its membership and honored others who have made the year a success.
Memorial Day 2023 in Union County

Believe it or not, Memorial Day weekend is upon us. Observed on the last Monday of May every year, Memorial Day is a day to honor and remember the men and women who have died serving in the United States Armed Forces.
This weekend’s Indy 500 set to be fastest in history

The 107th Indy 500 runs this weekend, and promises again to hold up to its reputation as the “greatest spectacle in racing.”
Franklin County High School Students participate in JAG Nationals

Franklin County would like to recognize two high school students who attended the JAG Nationals with Tanya Wirtz.
2023 Quilt Show: Vibrancy and decor for the community

The Franklin County Quilt Show this past Friday and Saturday was another successful event.
Section of Adena Trace Trail now open to mountain bikers

On Saturday, May 20, Brookville Lake announced that a section of the Adena Trace Trail at the Mounds State Recreation Area is now open to mountain bikers.
McLane back with “in-between” book

Dog ate it.

Yep, that one’s in there. But with Brookville providing much of the setting, so is “ lion was blocking the road.”
Complaint filed against Tri-State First Responders, Country Krazy Fest canceled

The upcoming "Country Krazy Fest," presented by SMPL-Sky Entertainment LLC and the non-profit organization Tri-State 1st Responders, scheduled for June 9-10 at the Franklin County Fairgrounds, has been canceled.
81-year-old Richmond man shot, charged with attempted murder after standoff

RICHMOND. — An 81-year-old Richmond man was wounded by gunfire from police officers last week during a standoff with law enforcement stemming from a property dispute with neighbors.
Fentanyl Awareness Day sheds light on crisis

Tuesday, May 9 was National Fentanyl Awareness Day. Here's what you need to know about the growing fentanyl crisis, beginning with the knowledge that this is indeed what one could consider a national and local crisis.
Mental Health Awareness: Look Around, Look Within

May is nationally recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month. This year's theme is "Look Around, Look Within," meaning taking time to take notice of your surroundings and how they affect you.