Cold cases in The 765: Case Number 41-09295, Darlene Russell: Part II , The Story told by local media
After sorting through newspaper articles from the last 40 years regarding the murder of Darlene Russell, below is the story told by local media.
BRC completes fiscal promise to Main Street
Brookville Redevelopment Commission unanimously approved a second $50,000 payment to the Main Street Brookville Revolving Loan Fund held by the Franklin County Community Foundation at its Monday evening meeting.
Metamora’s new waterwheel will be operating in a couple of weeks
It was an exciting morning on June 8 in Metamora as a crane installed a new waterwheel at the Whitewater Canal State Historic Site next to the historic grist mill.
Building and zoning looks to “level up”
If the county council is ultimately agreeable, Franklin County Area Planning, Zoning and Building will have expert-level inspection within the department in a few short years.
Franklin Co. community rallies around Orschell family - #BubStrong
Franklin County community member Derik "Bub" Orschell has recently suffered from unexpected, serious health issues.
Michael Weston
November 12, 1950 - June 13, 2023. Michael A. Weston, also known as Papaw Mike to many of his Facebook friends, passed away after a brief battle with cancer on June 13, 2023, surrounded by his family.
Bernard Byrd
Bernard Byrd age 78, of Brookville, died Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at his residence in Brookville following a lengthy illness.
Marylee Feller
Franklin County native, Marylee Feller, passed away peacefully at the age of 93, Friday June 16, 2023, in Brownsburg Meadows, just nine days after the death of her husband of 75 years, Art Feller.
Tipton shoots 100 at regional
HENRYVILLE – Union County's Gage Tipton represented the Patriot boys golf team at last Thursday's IHSAA regional hosted by Providence High School.
Shepler and Hounds make CWS
INDIANAPOLIS- Liberty's own Denton “Mook” Shepler, a three-time All-TEC baseball player, can now add playing in the College World Series to his resume.
A tractor parade to celebrate a life well lived
College Corner farmer Walt Zoellner turned 90 this past weekend, offering an opportunity for friends and family to gather and celebrate.
CC/Union School Alumni Banquet was blast from the past
The 118th annual Union School reunion took place on June 10 at College Corner Union School, honoring the classes of 1943, 1948, 1953, 1958, 1963, and 1968.
Fireflies are Indiana’s state insects, are they disappearing?
For millions of Hoosiers, the advent of summer brings back memories of long days followed by nights spent catching fireflies.
Cold Cases in the 765: Darlene Russell, part I
Case Number 41-09295, Darlene Russell - Part one
Senior athletes head to next level
Several graduates from Franklin County High School's Class of 2023 will ply their athletic trades for colleges and universities around the United States.
Lady Wildcats reflect on 2023
The Franklin County High School girls tennis annual banquet was held the week of May 30-June 2 at the Brookville Lake Overlook park.
OA doubles team falls in quarters
INDIANAPOLIS – The Oldenburg Academy No. 1 doubles unit of seniors Mimi Wilder and Evelyn Storms reached the final six of the state doubles competition.
HELP grant taking shape
All collected data and subsequent project proposals for the Hoosier Enduring Legacy Program (HELP) are now in the hands of a Purdue University team looking to complete a strategic investment plan (SIP) by mid-September.
Longtime staple of Whitewater Publications, Art Feller, remembered
Brookville native and long-time co-owner of Whitewater Publications, Art Feller, passed away peacefully at 97 on Wednesday, June 7.
