Breaking News: Accident claims life of Tennessee man
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Accident claims life of Tennessee manFree Access
A two-vehicle collision on Wednesday, March 22, has claimed the life of a Jackson, Tennessee, man. According to Sgt. David...
Buyer found guilty of insider trading
Former Rep. Stephen Buyer (R-Ind.) was convicted of four counts of insider trading in New York recently after the Securities...
Fundraiser planned for 4-H
The White County 4-H Jr. Leaders are hosting a county 4-H shirt fundraiser! The purchase of a White County 4-H...
Jesus said, ‘Be my witnesses’
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you, and you will be My witnesses in Jerusalem,...
The importance of regular immunizations for heart health
Family FeaturesWhile most parents are good at keeping track of vaccines their kids need to stay healthy, many adults don’t realize...
Athletes sign to play at college level
Justin Scott, a senior at Twin Lakes High School, signed his letter of intent to run cross country and track at Manchester University recently. Congratulations and best of luck, Justin! Pictured with Justin are his parent, coaches, teammates and family and friends.
FOOTSTEPS IN HISTORY
How well do you know White County history 1) Who was this man? 2) The first area newspaper to print an article about the new town of Chalmers was in Delphi. What was the name of this Delphi newspaper? 3)...
Parks Department plans Earth Day activities
The City of Monticello is celebrating Earth Day on April 22 with several activities at the City Park and Altherr Nature Park. The day will begin at 8 a.m. with an hour-long bird walk at the Shady Rest Pavilion in...
NEWS Briefs
Summer benefit planned for children The 10th Annual Autistic and Children with Special Needs Foundation Ride is set for June 10 at noon at the Whiskey & Wine Saloon in Monticello. Registration for the event is set for 11 a.m....
MEMORY LANE
The Monon News March 19, 1953 The men of the Bedford Church are going to work at the Bedford Cemetery Saturday morning to clean up the usual winter’s accumulation of rubbish and trash. They will also remove all yucca plants...
FOOTSTEPS IN HISTORY
How well do you know White County history 1) Who is this guy from Monticello? He played professional football back in the 1940s. 2) In 1948, Dr. Hobart Fairfield, a long-time veterinarian, sold his business building that housed the Main...
BUZZZZIN’ WITH MRS. B
As the old becomes new againAs I sipped my daily coffee this morning, I learned that once again history is repeating itself. It seems that while I am trying to decide whether to upgrade my phone for better photos, the Gen Z crowd is discovering the joy of our early...
Love where you live
Each of us holds our community near and dear to our hearts. Whether your family has generational roots deeply embedded in White County, if you’re a seasonal visitor who enjoys the lake life, or even if you’ve more recently moved here - White County is...
Get ready for Spring: Indiana Lawn Calendar
We all have different goals with our lawns, ranging from having the most pristine yard in the neighborhood to doing just enough to not upset the neighbors. For this article, I will be splitting the difference and focusing on those who would like an acceptable-looking...
BUZZZZIN’ WITH MRS. B
Filling out my personal Final Four bracketMy husband sat in rapt fascination this afternoon, cheering through Purdue winning the Big-Ten Championship outright, the Big- Ten Tournament final, and their first seed designation in the Great Dance in basketball tournaments. March Madness has begun. While I am tolerant of sports, I hardly...
SALUTE TO SERVICE – HOME TOWN HEROS
RICHARD WISINSKIRichard Wisinski is a graduate of Twin Lakes High School. He has been employed with the Monticello Parks and Recreation Department for two years. In his spare time, he enjoys working on antique engines, attending auctions, and spending time with his family.
Bobbie Ruth Loggains
October 14, 1938 – March 15, 2023Bobbie Ruth Loggains, 84, of Burnettsville, passed away at 12 p.m. (noon), Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at her home with her family at her side. She was born on Friday, October 14, 1938, in Spruce Pine, Alabama, to the late William and Bessie (Pounders) Quinn....
James G. ‘Jim’ Applegate
November 13, 1949 - March 17, 2023James G. “Jim” Applegate, 73, of Buffalo, passed away at 4:10 p.m., Friday, March 17, 2023, at the Indiana University Health Arnett Hospital of Lafayette. He was born on Sunday, November 13, 1949, in White County, to the late Charles E. and Harmony J. (Ball)...
Richard W. ‘Rick’ Norwood
June 12, 1990 – March 15, 2023Richard W. “Rick” Norwood, 62, of Monticello passed away at 9:50 a.m., Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at his home with his family at his side. He was born on Sunday, June 12, 1960, in Lafayette, to the late Robert and Barbara (Shoaf) Norwood. On Saturday,...
Frances J. Brechbiel
February 17, 1929 – March 6, 2023Frances J. Brechbiel, 94, of Monticello (formerly of Burnettsville) passed away at 8:56 a.m., Monday, March 6, 2023, at the Monticello Healthcare Center of Monticello with her family at her side. She was born on Wednesday, February 17, 1929, in Rockfield to the late Harry...
Connie J. (Douglass) Richardson
May 21, 1937 – March 10, 2023Connie J. (Douglass) Richardson, 85, of Monticello passed away at 5:15 a.m., Friday, March 10, 2023, at the Creasy Springs Health Campus of Lafayette with her family by her side. She was born on Friday, May 21, 1937, in Monticello to the late Jack and...
