Lady Patriots’ 189 best of 3-way meet at Highland

Union County’s Peityn Gillman shot a one-over-par 37 at Highland Lake Golf Course last week to earn medalist honors in a 3-way meet with Centerville and Hagerstown. 

MS cross country running strong... UC’s Tanner Paddock wins 3-way

A 3-way cross country meet last week found the Union County boys at the top with Tanner Paddock’s first-place finish leading the way. 

Patriots stop Knightstown, 21-6

The Knightstown Panthers went home empty-handed last week with a 21-6 Tri-Eastern Conference loss to the Union County Patriots.

UCHS Homecoming Week is next week, Sept. 19-23

UCHS Student Council recently announced the theme of the 2022 Homecoming Week and tentative schedule for the week. 

County health insurance back to VanVleet

Union County Commissioners reviewed health insurance options for county employees at their Sept. 2 meeting ahead of the October renewal.

Friday night was EPIC

UC  HYPE hosted the first ever Union County EPIC awards night on Friday, Sept. 2.

Sun shines on the Bob Jenkins Mural dedication

On Sunday, Sept. 4, the Bob Jenkins Mural dedication was held in Liberty.

Connie Moffett

Connie Jean Moffett, 72, of Connersville, went home to be with the Lord Friday afternoon, September 2, 2022 at Reid Health, Richmond.  

Meckley sentenced to 42 years on child molestation charges

On Sept. 3, 2020 Jesse T. Meckley of Brookville was charged with three level one felonies, one level three felony, four level five felonies, and one level six felony.

Lady Wildcats shut out Patriots, 6-0

Last Tuesday the FC girls soccer team took on the Union County Patriots.

Cats tennis falls to Lions

The Wildcat tennis team took on the Rushville Lions last Tuesday.

Wildcats hold off Lions for first win

RUSHVILLE – A little dicey at times, but Franklin County football can put its first notch in the win column for 2022 after outlasting host Rushville Friday, 36-27. 

Gas, sewer line funding among FCRC items

For a lot of the summer, traffic patterns on Indiana 101 heading north have been altered due to a fresh gas pipeline being installed by Sycamore Gas Company, Lawrenceburg.

FCCSC Board: Nine for three spots

A total of nine county residents – including a pair of incumbents – officially filed for three at-large seats up for grabs this November for the Franklin County Community School Corporation Board of Trustees. Deadline to file was Aug. 26.

Council approves 2023 public safety funding

Franklin County Council reviewed and approved a resolution distributing public safety income tax for 2023 at its Aug. 30 meeting.

Child cancer patient hopes to inspire businesses to go Gold

An 8-year-old girl soon to be cancer-free is hoping the community can rally behind Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. 

The Farmer's Mutual Building will be auctioned for fantastic cause

The historic three-story Franklin County Farmer's Mutual building located at 500 Main Street in Brookville will go up for auction on Sept. 15 at 5:30 p.m. The proceeds are going to a fantastic cause, the future Franklin County exhibit hall at the fairgrounds.

Wildcats fall in close battle with Trojans

Last Tuesday the Wildcats took on the East Central Trojans at home. 

Officer Burton has been transferred to hospice care

It has been a roller coaster as the community continues to follow Richmond Police Department (RPD) Officer Seara Burton's progress after being shot during a traffic stop.

Community member loved by all is remembered for his kindness

On Saturday, Sept. 10, the Chris Smith Memorial Scholarship benfit will be held at the Franklin County Conservation Club.