Large Industrial Fire Breaks Out in Richmond Tuesday
On April 11, just before 3 p.m., Richmond Mayor Dave Snow advised several emergency units were on scene at a large-scale fire in process at 358 N.W. F St in Richmond.
Tennis team suffers defeats
Union County's Lady Patriot tennis team has started the new season with an 0-2 mark after dropping matches against Rushville and a strong Oldenburg Academy squad.
UC baseball vs Blue River, ND
MT. SUMMIT – UC baseball suffered its first loss of the '23 campaign Thursday at Blue River Valley, falling to the Vikings 3-1. BRV scored twice in the first inning and pushed another across in the third.
Lady Patriots defeat Lady Tigers, 12-2 in five innings
After defeating North Decatur early last week in an 11-1 under the 10-run rule, the Union County Lady Patriots came back with a repeat performance against Hagerstown in a Tri Eastern Conference 12-2 victory in five innings.
Union County, Winchester split doubleheader, 17-12, 13-3
Union County and Winchester circled the bases 45 times in the doubleheader baseball game last Saturday.
It’s fishing season at Brookville Lake
The fishing season at Brookville Lake generally begins around this time of year, depending on the weather conditions.
Spotlight on Local Business: HER Blossoms Flower Farm
West College Corner is in bloom this spring. Just down Brookville Pike, a country road that connects 27 and Contreras, Brian and Linda Henke have a specialty cut flower farm called HER Blossoms.
UCHS World Travelers’ comeback tour
The Union County High School World Travelers are exactly what they sound like! After a forced hiatus due to Covid, the group was back this year and better than ever.
Robert Earl Napier
American patriot, Robert Earl Napier, 92, died Monday, April 10, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
Virginia “Ginny” Howell
Virginia (Ginny) Thompson Howell passed away at Henry Community Health in New Castle on April 8, 2023 after a brief illness.
RV Camping: Planning your trip
When planning to travel with an RV, there are several factors that should be considered to ensure the best experiences.
Franklin County Quarter Auction: Why to attend
This Saturday, April 15th, FC CAN (Franklin County Cancer Assistance Now) will be holding a Quarter Auction beginning at 2pm.
Quilt Show preparations are underway
Recently, the committee members for the upcoming Quilt Show held in May met up to discuss new updates, changes, additions, retractions, and requirements.
State teaching shortage leads to scholarship opportunities
According to multiple and ongoing reports, Indiana is one of many states facing a shortage of teachers.
Gender transitioning care for minors is banned
The number of young people who identify as transgender has almost doubled in recent years, according to a report completed in June of 2022 by the Williams Institute School of Law.
James A. “Jim” Montag
James A. “Jim” Montag, age 63, of Blooming Grove died unexpectedly Monday, April 3, 2023 at his residence.
Patriots fend off Bulldogs’ comeback
The Union County Patriots' baseball team held off a late Batesville comeback on Tuesday evening to start the season 1-0.
Lady Pats shut down Cowan 4-1, North Decatur 11-1
Union County turned back New Castle, 8-4, to start, and added a pair of wins this week for a great 3-0 start.
College Corner’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt
There are Easter egg hunts and then there is the 2023 College Corner Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored by the College Corner Community Club.
