Articles by Melissa Jacobs

On June 26, 2025, Detectives with the Kokomo Police Department Drug Task Force / Special Investigations Section received information from a complainant about a possible … [FULL STORY]

The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) today announced the availability of grant funding for recycling and household hazardous waste (HHW) collection and disposal from … [FULL STORY]

On April 18th, 2025, an out-of-state developer reported to the Kokomo Police Department that he was a victim of fraud related to the property and … [FULL STORY]

Get ready to savor the flavor! The Indiana State Fair is thrilled to unveil the 2025 Taste of the Fair lineup, featuring 40 mouthwatering entries … [FULL STORY]

Officers from the Indiana State Police, Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, Wabash County Sheriff’s Office, Wabash Police Department, and the Rochester Police Department utilized marked and … [FULL STORY]

Silver Alert issued on June 26, 2025, on Julia Frederick has been cancelled as of June 30, 2025. For more information on this cancellation, please … [FULL STORY]

This event is free for the entire community, thanks to generous donations from local individuals and businesses. Every dollar you give goes directly toward purchasing … [FULL STORY]

Join the City of Tipton for its annual Sky Concert Fireworks show on July 4th, 2025! Come out to the Tipton County Fairgrounds for a … [FULL STORY]

Burlington is hosting a 3rd of July Celebration. Bring your family and friends out for a fun evening at the Burlington Community Park located at … [FULL STORY]

Lebanon Police Department is proud to share that two of their very own, Officer Easton Williamson and Detective Austin McCloskey, will be competing in the … [FULL STORY]

The Frankfort Police Department took the lead and was triumphant at the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive. The event took place at Wesley Manor … [FULL STORY]

The Boone County 4-H/Western Boone FFA Livestock Judging senior team has earned a spot on the national stage after placing 3rd in the Indiana State … [FULL STORY]

With July 4th quickly approaching, the U.S. Postal Service is reminding customers that while fireworks are a fun way to celebrate Independence Day, they are … [FULL STORY]

Silver Alert issued on June 27, 2025 on Jacob Eglen has been cancelled as of June 27, 2025. For more information on this cancellation, please … [FULL STORY]

Back to Back TCBA Champs- Congratulations Rossville 12u

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces single-lane closures that will impact State Road 28 over I-65 in Clinton County, located east of Fickle. Beginning on … [FULL STORY]

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a ramp closure on State Road 931 to U.S. 31 southbound for concrete patching and joint repair. Starting on … [FULL STORY]

The Floyd County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the disappearance of Jacob Eglen, a 17 year old white male, 5 feet 5 inches tall,  124 pounds, … [FULL STORY]

Elaine Brovont coordinated an incredible event for the residents of Wesley Manor and the Clinton County 4-H Llama Club.  The Llama Club Members had such … [FULL STORY]

A one-mile stretch of I-65 in Boone County has been renamed to honor fallen Boone County Sheriff’s Deputy Jacob M. Pickett, said State Sen. Brian … [FULL STORY]

Thomas Pacheco has been found safe in Hobart, In.  The Kokomo Police Department would like to thank everyone for all the information provided.   On … [FULL STORY]

More than 100 athletes, Unified partners, coaches and support staff have been selected to represent Indiana at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games on June 20-26, 2026, … [FULL STORY]