Tammy Drudy named an I-Star Educator

Tammy Drudy of Liberty, taught for 22 years before she retired last year. She split her teaching career mainly between Kindergarten and second grade, but has taught all elementary grades (except first). Drudy was recognized as an I-Star educator after being nominated by Crystal Calihan, a senior at Franklin County …

FC sending six to semistate

RICHMOND – Six of the nine representatives for Franklin County at the Richmond wrestling regional Saturday have advanced to the state's penultimate event, the semistate at New Castle Fieldhouse taking place Saturday starting 9 a.m.

FCHS Students Excel in Regional Jobs for America's Graduates Competition

Every year, during the spring semester, the Jobs for America's Graduates program hosts a regional competition consisting of 12-14 categories where students compete.

Derik "Bub" Orschell Strike or Nine Bowling Benefit

With Brookville Bowling Lanes rising in popularity again as each week is filled with leagues and open bowls, it was time to hold the benefit for Bub Orschell.

Lady Twisters make final

SHELBY CO. – Oldenburg Academy girls basketball continued their storied season with a stellar performance at the Southwestern Shelby sectional last week.

Venture outdoors: Exploring Indiana State Parks

Exploring Indiana State Parks offers a journey through a diverse tapestry of natural wonders, each park a unique sanctuary waiting to be discovered.

Nostalgia and Personal Touch: My experience hunting for SVH Books at The Bookshelf

As a child, I was an avid reader and spent countless hours lost in the pages of my favorite book series, "Sweet Valley High" by Francine Pascal. The books chronicle the lives of identical blond-haired, blue-eyed twins Jessica and Elizabeth Wakefield, who live in the fictional Sweet Valley, California, a …

Pavey leads Lions to semistate

RICHMOND - Rushville's Sam Pavey captured the 175-pound division at the IHSAA wrestling regional hosted by Richmond Saturday.

The race for the 6th Congressional District Primary is heating up

So far, six candidates have thrown their hats in the ring for the Indiana 6th Congressional District Primary Election, each hoping to secure their party's nomination to run in the general election.

A note from the Chocolat Café, soft opening tomorrow, Feb. 8

The highly anticipated opening of Rushville's newest business, the Chocolat Cafe, is almost here.

Kathleen R. Cantrell

Kathleen R. Cantrell, 95, of Liberty, passed away Monday morning, February 5, 2024 following a brief illness.

Robert Lee Calhoun

Robert Lee Calhoun, age 76, of Sunman, died Thursday, February 1, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Lawrenceburg following a lengthy illness.

Maryann Rose Deffner

Maryann Rose Deffner, age 90, of Brookville, died Friday, February 2, 2024 surrounded by family, following a yearlong battle with cancer.

Donald Derenski, Jr.

Donald Merle Derenski, Jr., of Brookville was born on November 21, 1957 to Donald and Truie Mae Derenski in Connersville.

Walter Delaney

Walter Delaney beloved husband of 67 years of Betty Delaney (nee Studt). Loving father of Sharon Durham, Bob (Julie) Delaney, Mary (Dan) Marks and the late Gary (Liv. Liz) Delaney.

Lady Pats into sectional semis

Over the last three weeks the Union County Lady Patriots have not lost a game and are currently on a five-game win streak, not a bad way to finish the regular season.

Remembering the 1974 UCHS basketball team

The 1974 Union County High School basketball team went undefeated in the regular season and was ranked 19th in the state. The UC High School had a reunion and recognition of the team at the beginning of the UC HS vs Shenandoah High School basketball game on Jan. 27.

Breaking Down Barriers: Hope in prison

An update on Billy Conn Billy Conn, Jr. of Franklin County is serving a 50-year sentence at the Miami Correctional Facility in Bunker Hill, Indiana, after being convicted in the Dearborn Circuit Court for Dealing in Methamphetamine (F2) in the amount of 10 or more grams and being a Habitual …

NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS OF PROPOSED ADDITIONAL APPRQPRIATIONS

Notice is hereby given the taxpayers of Union County, Indiana, that the proper legal officers of said county, County Council, at their regular meeting place at the Union County Courthouse, 26 West Union Street, Liberty, at 9:00 a.m. on Feb. 15, 2024 will consider the following additional appropriations in excess …

Lady Cats win big on senior night

The pregame and game ceremonies last Tuesday at FCHS were just what fans desired as the Lady Wildcats trounced conference foe South Dearborn 58-30 for the team's 14th win after honoring four-year standout Nicole Mears and manager Nikki Scott.