State park deer management draw hunt application period opens

Indiana Department of Natural Resources press release Starting today, hunters can apply online for state park deer management draw hunts at on.IN.gov/reservedhunt. The online method is the only way to apply. Applicants must possess any valid license to take a deer in Indiana at the time of the application, not including apprentice licenses. Applicants must be …

Community Crossings Grant Fund Program, which allows paving projects may be coming to an end

By John Estridge Franklin County Commissioners approved a contract to resurface two county roads, and talked about the need to secure funds to get more Community Crossings Matching Grant money in the future. However, everything may be for naught as the state is putting a hiatus on the very popular program due to reduced revenue …

Around 100 rally for police, first responders, Veterans and military in downtown Brookville July 4

By John Estridge About 100 people showed up on a hot, humid Independence Day on the Franklin County Courthouse lawn under a relentless sun to give honor to police, first responders, Veterans and military personnel. Starting at noon people waved flags, held handmade signs and shouted. Many of those going by honked their horns or …

Property damage accidents investigated by the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department

Property damage accident reports courtesy of the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department. June 22 A vehicle operated by Raymond Blanco, West Pearl Street, Batesville, was heading south on Sawmill Road at 1:50 a.m., when the vehicle came to a slight curve and left the road. The vehicle struck a tree, coming to a stop. It was …