Breaking News: Fire in Chalmers claims a life
Remington man leads ISP on motorcycle chase
On Friday, April 18, 2025, just before 10 p.m., Indiana State Police Trooper Walters was patrolling Interstate 65 near the...
Courage Rock hosts Kentucky Derby Gala
MONTICELLO — Courage Rock, an equestrian therapy facility with programs for veterans, first responders, disabled children and adults, is hosting...
April is National Poetry Month, so here’s a little poem to end this story:
You can recycle many things, but you can’t recycle what rings. Trade that cell phone in and you can call...
Historical Society receives Community Foundation Grant
The Pulaski County Historical Society recently received a $5,000 grant from the Community Grants Fund through the Community Foundation of...
High School Sports Schedules April 24 – 30
Frontier Falcons Varsity Baseball: Thursday, April 24, vs. North White at home, 5 p.m.; Friday, April 25, at Carroll High School, 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, April 26, at Rossville High School, 11 a.m.; Monday, April 28 vs. Twin Lakes at home, 5 p.m.; Tuesday, April 29,...
Leo Dellinger wins the TL Invite shooting 1 under 71
Leo tied Jackson Umthum and won Individual honors on the first playoff hole with a birdie. Also playing well and placing in the top ten individuals were Jack Kaufmann with a 74, Cole Woodley-76, and Kyle Kyser-77. TL shot 304 and placed second behind Noblesville’s...
Lost White County
1.What was this building originally built for and what year was it built? 2.When was the Nagle Garage lost in Brookston? ANWSERS 1.This building in Monon was originally built in 1920 as a theatre. The building replaced the C.M. Horner...
Memory Lane
The Monon News April 17-23, 1915-2015 April 23, 1915 The Monon Band will give its first concert Wednesday, May 5. Royal Bussel, rural carrier out of McCoysburg, is now using a new two-cylinder motorcycle in making his rounds. John Graves...
Court Report
White County Court Records Week of April 12 - 18, 2025 SUPERIOR COURT CRIMINAL State of Indiana v. Meagan R. Beets: Operating while intoxicated endangering a person, Class A misdemeanor; operating with alcohol concentration equivalent (ACE) to .15 or more,...
What’s Happening White County
Mayor’s Advisory Council meets The Monticello Mayor’s Advisory Council will meet on April 30, at 6 p.m. at the meeting room at city hall. The public is invited to attend. Monon North White Schools Reunion The Monon North White Schools...
An open letter to the honorable members of the Indiana General Assembly
OpinionThe Indiana Library Federation urges reconsideration of the proposed 30% funding cut to the Indiana State Library. While we understand the need for fiscal responsibility during a time of economic uncertainty, the disproportionate reduction significantly exceeds the 5% reduction of other state agencies, threatening essential...
Buzzzzin’ with Mrs. B Jan Blackburn
Pieces of AprilIn the 1970’s, a band named “Three Dog Night” released a song called “Pieces of April.” It was a short-lived success, but never rivaled “Joy to the World” or “Mama Told Me Not to Come.” Nevertheless, it was always a personal favorite for me. Isn’t...
Stretching your food dollar: Smart strategies for tough times
In an era of rising grocery prices and tighter budgets, families across the country are looking for ways to make every dollar count at the checkout line. The good news? With a few simple strategies, you can still eat well without breaking the bank. 1....
Bursting across White County
For 27 years, your Community Foundation of White County has spread impact into all corners of our little place in the world, embedding legacies deep into our roots that shape our communities, and will continue to do so for generations to come. In 2006, the...
The Last Time We Talked
The last time we talked, words permanently etched into my hippocampus forever lingered with no intention of leaving their place in my past. There have been several decisive moments in my life, leaving an indelible scar on my heart and mind. We often don’t consider...
Nicholas E. “Nick” McKnight
Nicholas E. “Nick” McKnight, 38, of Noblesville, passed away on April 16, 2025, due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Born on April 16, 1987, in Louisville, Kentucky, Nick was the beloved son of Mike McKnight and the late Angela (Mason) Slyder. A 2005...
Robert J. “Bob” Houser
Robert J. “Bob” Houser, 76, of Idaville, died Thursday, April 17, 2025, in the IU Health Arnett Hospital. Memorial donations may be given to City of Hope Cancer Center, 2520 Elisha Avenue, Zion, IL 60099 In Memory of Robert Houser. Online condolences can be made...
Paul Edward “Doc” Smith, Jr.
Paul Edward “Doc” Smith, Jr., 64, of Rochester, passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2025. He was born on February 28, 1961. Memorial contributions may be made to the family c/o Alma Smith. Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Karen E. McDowell
Karen E. McDowell, 77, of Monticello, passed away early Friday morning, April 11, 2025 at IU Health White Memorial Hospital. She was born on March 22, 1948 in Logansport to the late Harold Wayne and Jacqueline (Smith) Edging. She married Michael L. McDowell on September...
Birtie F. Barcus Nowak
Birtie F. Barcus Nowak, 86, of Culver, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. She was born on August 2, 1938. Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com. Arrangements entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac.