Obituaries
Robert A Giles, Jr.
Robert A. Giles, Jr., 65, of Colfax, passed away March 20, 2026 at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette. He was born on August 26, … [FULL STORY]
Year: 2026
Local News
Indiana State Museum Expands Spring Break Access with Hands-on Exhibits
The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites is leaning into spring break programming with hands-on exhibits, a Family Discovery Day focused on agriculture and the … [FULL STORY]
Obituaries
Fred J. Brock
Fred J. Brock, 89, of rural Frankfort, passed away March 9, 2026 at his home. He was born July 9, 1936 at home in Clinton … [FULL STORY]
Local News
Prosecutor’s Investigator Brendon Bright Talks Cases, Technology and Scams
Brendon Bright said his work as investigator for the Clinton County Prosecutor’s Office requires constant coordination, patience and attention to detail as cases move from … [FULL STORY]
Obituaries
Linda Virgene Castle
Linda Virgene Castle passed away on March 20, 2026. She was born December 17, 1947, in Frankfort, Indiana, to Jesse and Louise Castle. Linda grew … [FULL STORY]
Local News
LEAP Project Keeps Moving Forward as Water Deal, Meta Campus Advance
BOONE COUNTY, Ind. — The LEAP Innovation and Research District north of Lebanon continues to move forward in fits and starts, with construction activity visible … [FULL STORY]
Obituaries
Grant W. M. Gangwer
Grant W. M. Gangwer, 42, of Rossville, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on … [FULL STORY]
Obituaries
Jennifer Lynn “Jenny” (Cobb) Burns
Jennifer Lynn “Jenny” (Cobb) Burns, 45, of Frankfort, passed away March 18, 2026 at her home. She was born April 25, 1980 in Lafayette, Indiana … [FULL STORY]
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Camp Cullom Prairie Burn Keeps Grassland Thriving: VIDEO
Note: A video of the burn in two parts accompany this article (below). Part One is the initial lighting of the back fire, Part Two … [FULL STORY]
Obituaries
Edile Joan Cook
Edile Joan Cook December 30, 1937 – March 15, 2026 Katy, Texas— Edile Joan Cook, 88, passed away quietly in her sleep on the evening … [FULL STORY]
Ag News
Ag Day on WILO, BOONE 102.7 and Hoosierland TV
WILO Ag Day 2026 presented by Skiles Electric. With support from, Wampler’s Services Inc., The Farmer’s Bank, The Community Foundation of Howard, Carroll and Clinton … [FULL STORY]
Local News
Registration Open for Summer Harness Racing Program
Registration is now open for the youth Summer Harness Racing Program at the Clinton County Fairgrounds. The program is on June 24 from 8:30 a.m. … [FULL STORY]
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Grant Applications Available for Historic Preservation and Archaeology Projects
The Department of Natural Resources Division of Historic Preservation & Archaeology is now accepting grant applications for the fiscal year 2026 Historic Preservation Fund (HPF). … [FULL STORY]
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Indianapolis Zoo Launches Uproar Conservation Challenge to Spotlight Endangered Species
As tournament season sweeps across the country, the Indianapolis Zoo is inviting the public to take part in a bracket-style competition with a powerful purpose: … [FULL STORY]
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INDOT to hold public hearing regarding S.R. 75 bridge over Middle Fork Wildcat Creek
The Indiana Department of Transportation will host a hearing to offer the public an opportunity to review and comment on preliminary design plans to rehabilitate … [FULL STORY]
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Free Storm Spotter Training From Clinton County Emergency Management
The Clinton County Emergency Management Agency and the National Weather Service are presenting a free Storm Spotter Training next week at the Frankfort Police Department. … [FULL STORY]
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Frankfort Police Deputy Chief home, recovering after deadly crash; Shoemaker urges patience, vigilance as warm weather nears
Frankfort Police Deputy Chief Cesar Muñoz is back home and recovering from multiple fractures after a recent two‑vehicle crash south of the city that left … [FULL STORY]
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Residents Challenge Clinton County Sheriff’s Internal Investigation, Ask for Transparency and Fairness
The Clinton County Sheriff’s Office Merit Board met Wednesday evening in the Clinton County Sheriff Office building. The March 18th meeting focused on public frustration … [FULL STORY]
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Ag Day 2026: Purdue Extension Highlights Community Impact and Future Goals
Purdue Extension’s local footprint continues to grow, according to Amy Webster, Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator and County Director for Purdue Extension in both Clinton … [FULL STORY]
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Purdue Climatologist: Fourth‑Driest Stretch on Record Puts Local Groundwater at Risk
Clinton County has endured one of its driest stretches on record, leaving groundwater and deep soil moisture “almost an entire year’s worth” behind normal even … [FULL STORY]
Local News
Pfeiffer: Farm Bill Delays, Price Squeezes, Drone Threats on Farms and Global Turmoil Weigh on Hoosier Farmers
Hoosier Ag Today President Eric Pfeiffer told WILO’s Ag Day audience that Indiana farmers are being squeezed by delayed federal farm policy, rising input costs, … [FULL STORY]
Obituaries
James Thomas “Tom” Morris
James Thomas “Tom” Morris, 88, of Frankfort, passed away March 18, 2026 at Wesley Manor. He was born September 15, 1937 in Logansport, IN to … [FULL STORY]