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Two Dollar Cigarette Tax Increase Part of Indiana Budget Deal
Hoosier cigarette smokers can expect to pay two-dollars per pack more in the cigarette tax now that a $2.00 cigarette tax increase is part of … [FULL STORY]
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Camp Cullom Board Members Take a Walk Through the Camp
Monday afternoon before the monthly Camp Cullom Board meeting, several board members took a hike through the 90 acres at Camp Cullom. Camp Cullom … [FULL STORY]
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Pepe’s in Frankfort Now Under New Ownership – John Virtue Retires
John Virtue, long time owner of Pepes Restaurant in Frankfort, announced on social media today that he was selling Pepe’s on the south side of … [FULL STORY]
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One Week Left: Indiana Legislature Looking to Fill 2 Billion Dollar Shortfall
One week remains in the Indiana Legislative session and a $2,000,000,000 shortfall will need to be cured in the next week. Clinton County Chamber of … [FULL STORY]
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“CSI Jerusalem” Presentation by Dr. Chuck Dietzen: Telling the Story of the Crucifixion
Good Friday and Easter weekend was an ideal time to dive into an historical and medical explanation of the famous ‘Shroud of Turin.’ Pediatrician Physician … [FULL STORY]
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Frankfort Hot Dogs vs Lebanon Tigers Baseball Tonight on Hoosierland TV
Baseball season is here and Hoosierland TV is bringing it to you. The Hot Dogs took game one of the series yesterday, 13-4, and are … [FULL STORY]
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Student Art Show Showcases Talent from Local Students
A fifteen minute walk through the second floor of the Frankfort Library will leave you stunned and impressed with the local artistry now in full … [FULL STORY]
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Frankfort Board of Works Approves Closure of TPA Park Zoo
Frankfort, IN – [April 15, 2025] – At the Board of Public Works and Safety meeting last night, Mayor Judy Sheets recommended the closure … [FULL STORY]
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Community Schools of Frankfort Board Votes 7-0 to Cancel Drew Akridge Teaching Contract
The teaching contract for former Frankfort High School Math Teacher Drew Akridge was cancelled effective immediately in a special Community Schools of Frankfort Board Meeting … [FULL STORY]
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Dr. Rhoda, Frankfort School Superintendent, Will Recommend Cancellation of Teacher’s Contract
A Frankfort Student confided in a trusted teacher regarding an “inappropriate relationship” involving herself and a high school teacher. The student took this action after … [FULL STORY]
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Wood Posts Replacing Metal Posts at Hardy Hills Solar Project
Hardy Hills Solar project is on line and producing electricity. A remaining item on the “to do list” was to replace metal posts with wooden … [FULL STORY]
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Camp Cullom Announces Prairie Grass Observatory 2025 Schedule
Camp Cullom has announced its 2025 Prairie Grass Observatory Schedule. Prairie Grass Observatory, one of the largest astronomical observatories in the State, will hold its … [FULL STORY]
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Frankfort Fire Wins Badge Battle in Barnburner
The Frankfort Fire Department came out strong at Case Arena Friday evening against the Frankfort Police Department in the first few baskets, but after a … [FULL STORY]
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Frankfort ‘State of the City’ Highlights: A Message with Roses and Thorns
The City of Frankfort is safe, solvent, compassionate and growing in spite of a few challenges, headwinds and setbacks. Frankfort’s Mayor Judy Sheets gathered with … [FULL STORY]
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Clinton Prairie Goes to State: The Tribute Video
The Clinton Prairie’s Boy’s Basketball Team had an extraordinary year: Hoosier Heartland Conference Champions First Sectional Title since 1982 First Regional Title ever First Semi-State … [FULL STORY]
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LEAP Project Continues to Make Progress
The LEAP (Limitless Exploration/Advanced Pace) project in northern Boone County, Indiana, is a large-scale economic development initiative aiming to transform 10,000 acres into a major … [FULL STORY]
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New Honda Plant Expansion Plans for Production in Indiana Starting May 2028
Honda plans to expand its production in Indiana. The next-generation Civic hybrid will be manufactured at the Indiana Auto Plant starting in May 2028, with … [FULL STORY]
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Clinton Prairie Advances to Final Semi-State Game. Listen to WILO at 7:30 PM Tonight.
Tune in to WILO tonight, Saturday March 22, at 7:30 for coverage of final semi-state game action between Clinton Prairie and Kouts. The game is … [FULL STORY]
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Wildcat Conservation Club Restoration Making Good Progress: Photos
Wildcat Conservation Club main event building suffered from serious storm damage July 15, 2024. A large tree fell on the building, closing the facility for … [FULL STORY]
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GXO Announces 11 Million Dollar 400 Job Expansion in Boone County
GXO Logistics, a global leader in supply chain management and logistics, has announced plans to expand its operations at its facility located at 135 S … [FULL STORY]
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Clinton Prairie Plays Triton Trojans at Semi-State in Crawley Center in Lafayette
Clinton Prairie (24-2) is paired with Triton (23-4) at Noon Saturday March 22. Prairie will play at Lafayette Jefferson’s Marion Crawley Center on 18th street … [FULL STORY]