THE LATEST: How the coronavirus is affecting local communities
Franklin closes parks, recreation center, cancels programs
The City of Franklin today announced its Parks and Recreation Center will be closed until at least April 6.
All...
Franklin College suspends classes, says students must leave campus
Franklin College officials on Friday announced in-person classes will be suspended starting Monday, and all students should vacate residence halls and on-campus housing by 5 p.m....
Cities close community centers, cancel events
Local officials announced Thursday they would close community centers and encouraged cancellation of upcoming St. Patrick's Day events as concerns about the spread of...
Community dedicates Wonder Five historical marker
One more time, applause and adulation rained down on the Franklin Wonder Five.
The legendary high school and Franklin College basketball team won its first...
Local schools cancel, postpone activities amid virus scare
<strong>F</strong>ranklin Community Schools canceled five events before spring break and advised parents in a letter Tuesday that children showing symptoms of the coronavirus, or...
Man charged with child exploitation, voyeurism after roommate finds hidden cameras
<p>Prosecutors charged a 25-year-old man with child exploitation and voyeurism after his roommate found hidden cameras in their Greenwood condo.</p><p>Phillip J. Arvin is charged...
State offers schools 20-day waiver, bans large gatherings
Gov. Eric Holcomb on Thursday said schools will be offered a 20-day waiver of the 180-day requirement, and banned gatherings of more than 250...
Local church seeks memorabilia for its 200th birthday
Grace United Methodist Church will soon be celebrating its 200th birthday. Church historian Rich Gotshall is looking for items and pre-1940 photographs related to...
Big Ten men’s tourney, student concert events, St. Patrick’s Day Parade canceled
Here is a look at some of the recent changes that have been made as coronavirus concerns grow.
<strong>Big Ten cancels remainder of men’s basketball tournament</strong>
The Big Ten Conference...
IHSAA lays out fan restrictions for upcoming regional
INDIANAPOLIS — The high school boys basketball state tournament will continue on as scheduled, at least for now. Most fans, however, will have to...