

Running with an idea: Straight through the finish line and beyond
The following was originally published October 17, 2015. Michelle and Gary Nolley may not have introduced the idea of a cross country...


Senior Night marks leadership transition for band
The following was originally published October 17, 2015. “Saying goodbye to this class is going to be hard for me,” Shelbyville High...


Lessons from conquering cancer
The following was originally published October 17, 2015. The terms “pinkwashing” and “think before you pink” mean nothing to my mother,...


Resident to talk trees at city council meeting
The following was originally published October 3, 2015. Kris Schwichrath intends to present an admonition and a plan at Monday’s...


Am I getting older, or are the cheerleaders getting younger?
The following was originally published October 3, 2015. Dear Readers, I wonder if it will be safe to wear my raccoon coat in California...


‘I called the medic; why is the fire truck out there?’
The following was originally published October 3, 2015. “A fire chief is not paid to take risks; they are paid to know what risks to...


Historic church celebrates 100 years with community conference
The following was originally published October 3, 2015. Perhaps one of the first integrated houses of worship in the city, Apostolic...


School superintendent agrees to step out of comfort zone to support local charities
The following was originally published September 3, 2016. When Shelbyville Central Schools (SCS) Superintendent David Adams, PhD. isn’t...


Miner played major role at police department
The following was originally published August 27, 2016. With “deep regret” the City of Shelbyville Board of Works accepted Police Lt....


Larry and Phyllis Heck celebrate 50 years of marriage
The following was originally published August 13, 2016. In a world of difficulties, every young person dreams of someday finding love and...