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Indiana's Attorney General Todd Rokita announced on Friday that a $20 million settlement with tech giant Google had been reached.
MARY APEL- January 4, 2023 at 7:04 p.m.

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Puzzle Swaps and StoryWalks Winter Initiatives by the Union County Public Library

As we slowly open the door to a new month and a new year, many of us find ourselves less enthusiastic than the people we see on the internet.

Economic Development Commission organizes for 2023

Franklin County Economic Development Commission met Tuesday to review the previous year and align those goals with the upcoming calendar.

Brookville Chapter of Tri Kappa seeks Scholarship Applicants

Karen Bergin, of the Brookville Associate Chapter of Tri Kappa, is currently seeking applicants for various scholarships to be awarded in the spring.

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Chief Mitchum and Lt. Geiser terminated

The Brookville Town Council (BTC) voted to terminate Brookville Police Department (BPD) Chief Terry Mitchum and Lt. Ryan Geiser after a recommendation from the Brookville Safety Board.

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Canal’s Mike dies at 23

The historic canal town of Metamora draws visitors from all over the region with the many things that make the town unique.

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Edwards reflects on life well lived

In December, longtime Brookville resident Bessie Edwards had her 98th birthday.

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Celebrating Tom Linkel and his community service

Commissioner Tom Linkel has served a vital role in Franklin County Government and community affairs for years.

Commissioners busy as year closes

The Franklin County Commissioners’ meetings provided several updates on old business, new business, concerns, and inquiries.

Disciplinary Hearing Held concerning Lt. Ryan Geiser, decision not reached

On Tuesday, Dec. 20, the Brookville Safety Board held a Disciplinary Action Hearing regarding disciplinary proceedings concerning Brookville Police Department (BPD) Lt. Ryan Geiser beginning at 6 p.m. at the Franklin County Government building. 

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Wreaths Across America Honor Fallen Veterans

This past Saturday, Dec. 17, St. Michael's Youth Group joined Wreaths Across America to honor our fallen veterans.

SICIM enters into new 5-year-agreement for Indiana Invasives Initiative

The State of Indiana Cooperative Invasives Management (SICIM) has officially entered into a new five-year agreement with USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to help fund the “Indiana Invasives Initiative.”

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Clara Sizemore wins Outstanding Staff Award

The Indiana Library Federation (ILF) announced its annual awards at the 2022 Annual Conference in Indianapolis in November.

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All children are invited to get a present at the first annual Caitlyn's Christmas Crusade

Caitlyn Logan was only 12 years old when she was diagnosed with diabetes. She had just started 7th grade at Connersville Middle School. However, even at 12, the diagnosis never slowed Caitlyn down or kept her from pursuing her dreams.

The History of our Christmas Decorations

'Tis the season!  As you look around your home and community this week at all the beautiful holiday decorations, there is a bit of history to each that we've continued to honor, even as we create our own new traditions.