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Liberty Town Council (LTC) discussed a proposed change to the planned utility expansion project southeast of Liberty at its May 16 meeting.
RANDULF TEUFEL- May 18, 2022 at 8:35 p.m.

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Liberty is about to get a lot sweeter

Liberty's newest business and ice cream shop, "The Daily Scoop," will be making the community much sweeter this summer.

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West College Corner seeks playground donations

West College Corner is seeking funding to bring new life to The Grove park with a grant application to the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority and a crowdfunding campaign.

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Multiple drugs and firearms seized

On May 17, at 8 p.m., the Union County Sheriff's Department, the Liberty Police Department and the Indiana State Police executed a search warrant on a residence on Center Street in West College Corner.

Town Council discusses further developments

The Brookville Town Council, led by Curtis Ward, met on Tuesday, May 10, to discuss new developments for the town.

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Local Ukrainian native to host art fundraiser

Kate Palyshniuk moved to Batesville less than a year ago from her native country of Ukraine. 

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Multiple agencies respond to Milroy pallet fire

On Friday evening, May 13, multiple agencies were dispatched to Milroy Pallet, 3018 W. 1050 S., around 5 p.m. for a large fire.

Zoning code changes discussed

The Franklin County Area Plan Commission (APC) discussed suggested  updates to the county's zoning code at its May 11 meeting.

BZA reviews two homes, one lot applications

The Franklin County Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) reviewed two applications for a variance to allow two homes on one parcel at its May 11 meeting.

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FCHS announces Jared Tucker asst. principal

Franklin County Community School Corporation is thrilled to welcome Mr. Jared Tucker as the new Franklin County High School and Middle School assistant principal.

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FCHS announces Ms. Michelle South as FCHS principal

Franklin County Community School Corporation is proud to welcome Ms. Michelle South as the new principal at Franklin County High School!

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Laurel Community Garden brings nutrition and neighbors together

A new community garden at the Laurel Library was created to educate the youth while also providing nutritious options for the town.  

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New hat expected for courthouse Thursday

Franklin County Commissioners announced the scheduled delivery and installation of the replacement cupola to sit atop the Franklin County Courthouse at their May 17 meeting.

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ISP investigating shooting in Cedar Grove

On Friday, May 13, deputies from the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office responded to an address on Main Street in Cedar Grove at approximately 10:30 p.m. after receiving a report of an adult male who was suicidal and in possession of a gun.

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Honoring those who serve in the Whitewater Valley: The Fightin' Mollauns of Batesville, IN WWII

Staff Sgt. Alphonse “Butch” Mollaun knew two of his brothers were stationed in the European theater but had no idea where they were. They hadn't seen each other in nearly two years.