2022-12-21

2022-12-21 E-Edition

White Christmas on the radar

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If you are dreaming of a white Christmas, you’re in luck. Weather predictions from National Weather Service show a “high probability” of snow for Christmas, however, of greater concern are the falling temperatures and high winds that will accompany it. On Tuesday, the NWS issued a Winter Storm Watch for White County citing the possibility of “blizzard conditions” from Thursday […]

Quicker ambulance service to Monon becomes a reality starting Jan. 1

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The Monticello Board of Public Works and Safety on Monday approved several Monticello Fire Department agreements with different communities. The board approved an interlocal agreement for emergency medical services in Monon with the City of Monticello, the Town of Monon, Monon Township, and White County. The White County commissioners approved the measure Monday morning. If all parties approve the agreement, […]

Water rates to increase $3.50 in March

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The Monticello City Council met Monday, Dec. 19, to discuss the proposed changes to water rates. Nobody from the public commented or asked questions about the new rates, but the city officials explained them thoroughly. The new rates will be phased in over the next four years. The average consumer rate will go up about $3.50 on March 1, 2023. […]

News in PHOTOS

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Idaville Christmas Parade

Roth to fill vacancy on City Council

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David Roth will fill the vacancy on Monticello City Council left by the resignation of Dan Oldenkamp. White County Republican Party Chairperson Shannon Mattix announced recently. Oldenkamp announced his resignation in November and is effective Dec. 31. “We would like to wish Dan and his family the best, as they are in our thoughts and prayers,” Mattix said in a […]

Falcon Students of the Month

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FOOTSTEPS IN HISTORY

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How well do you know White County history 1) Pictured is an ad for Adler’s Ladies Shop from 1963. The shop was located on Main Street in Monticello. What store occupies this space today? 2) Frank Shields Shoe Store had a booming business in the early 1900s in Monticello. Where was Frank’s store located? 3) Veterinarian Arthur Anderson’s practice was […]

ARRESTS

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The following arrests were provided by the White County Sheriff’s Department. All individuals listed have been preliminarily charged and are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Dec. 1 Sean Stoeckinger, 28, Mishawaka, theft Taylor O’Banion, 28, Francesville, theft Wayne Jungels, 50, Wheatfield, operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) Tyler Popejoy, 25, Monticello, driving while suspended – prior […]

NEWS Briefs

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America Legion open for dining American Legion Post 81, located on East Washington Street in Monticello, is open to the public on Thursday and Friday evenings. Dining hours are 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Thursdays and 5-7 p.m. on Fridays. The regular menu is available on both nights with a special meal offered on most Friday nights. The specials for December are […]