Court Report
White County Court Records Week of May 23 – 30, 2025 SUPERIOR COURT CRIMINAL State of Indiana v. Tyler Rux:...
White County Arrests
White County Sheriff’s Arrest Log May 15 - May 27 Thursday, May 15 Tara A. Nelson, 41, of Lowell, was...
Feeding America study shows an increase in child food insecurity in White County
WHITE COUNTY — Child food insecurity affects every county in the United States. At the local level, Map the Meal...
White County Health Inspections
White County May food inspections released May 1 • Family Express #45, Monon: 1 noncritical, expired Campbell soup products (prepackaged),...
MUTPL Summer Reading Program “Color Our World” launches in June
Get ready to embark on an artistic journey exploring creativity through art this year. The Monticello-Union Township Public Library invites...
NW Varsity Boys Track wrapped up season Thursday night at the IHSAA Sectional
Team tied for 10th out of 11 teams. North White performances: -100: Trials-Evin Gonzalez 16th (12.63) and Jesse Cardoza 17th (13.04) -200: Trials-Evin Gonzalez 11th (25.69) and Jesse Cardoza 12th (25.84) -400: Fernando Gomez 7th (54.82) and Dawson Reif 15th (59.37) -800: Jose Orellana 10th...
North White Girls Track place 4th in Sectional
The North White Varsity Girls Track athletes had a successful regular season and IHSAA Sectional performances. The team finished fourth out of 11 teams. The following North White athletes qualified and advanced to the IHSAA Regional Meet: -Discus: Autumn Reif - 2nd Place Finish (131’...
Lost White County
1. When was this building lost in Monticello? 2. What decades were the big bands popular at Ideal Beach and why were they lost? 1. The building on West Marion Street was recently torn down to make way for the...
Memory Lane
The Monon News May 29-June 4, 1915-2015 June 4, 1915 Olive, youngest daughter of Elmer Clark, was bitten on the foot by a rattlesnake Monday afternoon. The following students graduated from the Monon Township grade schools: Gladys Garvin, James Smith,...
Local students excel at Trine University
ANGOLA, IND. — Korbin Lawson of Reynolds, a Trine University student, was named to the President’s List for the Spring 2025 term. Lawson is majoring in Exercise Science. To earn President’s List honors, Trine University students must complete a minimum...
Frontier seniors awarded Matthew Ostheimer Memorial Scholarships
Weston Maddox son of Becky Maddox and Clay Ward received a $500 scholarship presented by the Matthew Ostheimer Memorial Scholarship for Frontier area students. Weston will be attending the American Welding Academy in the fall. He was also active in...
Peoples Community Bank announces 2025 scholarship recipients
The Board of Directors of Peoples Community Bank of Monticello is pleased to recognize the 2025 recipients of their scholarship program. This program began in 1999 to commemorate Peoples 100-year anniversary of doing business in White County. These scholarships are...
Buzzzzin’ with Mrs. B Jan Blackburn
What do you mean it is June already?I have heard this sentiment many times lately from people I run into here and there all around the square. Seems like only yesterday we were making New Year’s Resolutions (most of which have been broken) and now the Indy 500 race is over and...
Summer safety tips: Beat the heat and enjoy the season responsibly
As temperatures rise and families head outdoors, it’s important to remember that summer fun should go hand in hand with safety. Whether you’re planning beach days, backyard barbecues, or road trips, a few simple precautions can help ensure the season remains safe and enjoyable for...
Women: You’re invited!
For more than 16 years, Women Giving Together has been a powerful force for good in White County. What began as a small group of inspired women has grown into a vibrant giving circle made up of more than 400 donors who believe in the...
Increase
If you haven’t figured it out by now, this will undoubtedly make it evident that I am genuinely a fifth grader. A few days ago, I had to treat myself to an ice cream treat. I didn’t do anything to earn it, but I did...
Buzzzzin’ with Mrs. B Jan Blackburn
Parenting the parentThe Baby Boomers have become known as “The Sandwich Generation.” I didn’t have enough respect for this catchword, and I will readily admit I didn’t give it enough credence. The Sandwich Generation term refers to those of us who raised their children, took a breath...
Barbara Kay Key
Barbara Kay Key, 86, of Monticello, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025 at Monticello Healthcare. She was born on May 16, 1939 in Darlington, IN to the late Ernest and Dorothy (Smith) Hampton. On March 20, 1965, she married Kenneth D. Key at the...
Richard J. Norris
Richard J. Norris, 85, of Monticello, Indiana, passed away on May 25, 2025, at Monticello Healthcare. Born on July 1, 1939, in Lafayette, Indiana, Richard was the son of the late Fred James and Malinda (Sayler) Norris. A graduate of Wolcott High School, Richard was...
Larry Dean Phillips
Larry Dean Phillips, 84, of Monticello, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 29, 2025. Born on May 4, 1941, in Marion, Indiana, Larry was the beloved son of the late Alva and Wilma (Whittaker) Phillips. A lifelong resident of Monticello, Larry was a dedicated educator,...
DEATH NOTICES
Anton “Tony” Bortkiewicz Anton “Tony” Bortkiewicz, 87, of Medaryville, passed away Monday, May 26, 2025. He was born on April 8, 1938. Private burial will take place at St. Henry Cemetery in Medaryville. Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com. Arrangements entrusted to Frain Mortuary...
Kenneth Eugene Schneidt
Kenneth Eugene Schneidt, 101, of Wolcott, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at his daughter’s home in Idaville. Born on January 13, 1924, in Goodland to the late Frank and Bertha (Goetz) Schneidt, Kenneth was a 1942 graduate...