Top Story from Tuesday, April 7th, 2026

Seymour Police bust local woman for marijuana possession, dealing

SEYMOUR, Ind.- The Seymour Police Department (SPD) arrested one suspect on charges that include dealing and possession of marijuana on Monday, April 6.
Franklin 'Comprehensive Plan Open House' is Thursday

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The City of Franklin reminds residents that the first 2026 Comprehensive Plan Public Presentation and Open House is this Thursday, April 9, at 6 p.m., in the Franklin City Council Chambers, at 70 E. Monroe St.
2 State Police traffic stops on I-65 Monday afternoon result in arrests

COLUMBUS/SEYMOUR, Ind. - Two traffic stops on I-65 by the Indiana State Police (ISP), within minutes of each other, resulted in several arrests on Monday afternoon.
Duke Energy goes door-to-door in North Vernon to help you save energy

NORTH VERNON, Ind. - Duke Energy will soon be in select North Vernon neighborhoods as part of its 'Neighborhood Energy Saver Program.' Their team will go door-to-door to educate homeowners on energy-saving products and may provide certain items at no cost.
Off-duty Chief Deputy Low, in right place at right time, captures fugitive

NORTH VERNON, Ind. - The Jennings County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) was called to a residence in rural Butlerville on Saturday afternoon regarding to a report of a female who had allegedly been battered by a male subject, later identified as Ethan Hall.

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Dan Burbrink Scholarship Dinner
Join us to raise funds for a Bartholomew Co. 4H & FFA scholarship in memory of Dan Burbrink.
Apr 10, 2026 at Bartholomew Co. 4h Fairgrounds Family Arts Building
Community Gardens Workshop
Jennings County Citizens United Community Gardens Workshop
Apr 10, 2026 at Echo Park
Chips for Change
Join LEAD United for the 2nd Annual Chips for Change, a Texas Hold’em poker tournament bringing our community together for impact, fun and friendly competition.
Apr 11, 2026 at Hotel Indigo Columbus Architectural Center