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Southmont School Corp. recognized with prestigious accreditation

South Montgomery Community School Corporation has officially earned International STEM Accreditation for all K–8 schools through STEM.org. According to their press release, this accreditation process verified their ability to deliver high-quality, future-focused STEM education experiences for students. Southmont's accredited schools include Southmont Junior High School; Ladoga Elementary School; New Market Elementary School; and Walnut Elementary School. “Southmont Schools has created something truly exceptional,” said Tracey Parrish, Director of STEM with U.S. STEM Schools. “This district is not simply implementing STEM […]

August 11, 2026 44

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Forcht Broadcasting rebrands as Forcht Media

Forcht Broadcasting, the company that owns WCDQ, WIMC, and WCVL in Crawfordsville, announced in a press release today that it has rebranded as Forcht Media, reflecting the company's evolution into a full-service media organization offering radio broadcasting, digital advertising, and creative services to businesses throughout Kentucky, Indiana, and Illinois. The rebrand reflects the company's mission to help local businesses grow across its market regions. Businesses and agencies can take advantage of Forcht Media's full suite of radio, digital marketing and […]

August 5, 2026 63

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Fatal car crash on U.S. 136 claims two lives

A fatal car crash on U.S. 136 has killed one woman and one child Saturday evening. According to a release sent by the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, emergency personnel were dispatched to the area of U.S. 136 and County Road 650 West after receiving a report of a car accident at around 5:10 p.m. Deputies arrived to find a 2007 Jeep Liberty overturned in a ditch on fire, and a 2000 Ford Taurus partially off the roadway. Officials learned that […]

July 20, 2026 126

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Ellen Simpson to step down as director of FISH Food Pantry

Ellen Simpson, who had served as the director for the FISH Food Pantry in Montgomery County since 2020, has announced her decision to step down from the role earlier this week. She will transition into an inaugural role as a Rural Housing Retention Coordinator for Lafayette Transitional Housing Center (LTHC). The organization commits itself to help community members find stable housing in Tippecanoe County. It plans to expand its mission to other areas in west central Indiana, including Montgomery County. […]

July 17, 2026 39

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Crawfordsville man dies following fatal crash on U.S. 231

A Crawfordsville man was killed following a fatal car crash Monday morning. According to a press release from the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, emergency personnel were dispatched to U.S. 231 S. and Spring Road in Parkersburg at around 6:30 a.m. to a report of a collision involving a 2024 tri-axle dump truck and a 2026 GMC Sierra. Based on witness statements, the dump truck was heading north on U.S. 231 when the southbound GMC Sierra crossed the center line and […]

July 6, 2026 18

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Crawfordsville, Montgomery County receives $1.2 million combined in grants for road improvement projects

Indiana Gov. Mike Braun and representatives of INDOT stopped by the Montgomery County Government Center Tuesday morning to award a portion of this fiscal year's Community Crossings grant money to communities in west central Indiana. The Community Crossings program, which started in 2016, awards Indiana cities, towns, and counties grant money to help fund road infrastructure and maintenance projects. Montgomery County received $1 million, and the City of Crawfordsville received $213,702.50. WCDQ's Dave Long and Kurtis Broadstreet were there at […]

June 30, 2026 4

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Bridge to close soon in Yountsville for construction

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announced a bridge closure that will impact State Road 32 in Yountsville. Work is expected to begin on or after Monday, July 6.According to its statement, INDOT contractors will close the S.R. 32 bridge over Mill Creek, which is located near County Road 400 W. The purpose of the closure is for a full bridge replacement with reinforced concrete. Construction is anticipated to last until the end of 2026, weather permitting. The official detour […]

June 24, 2026 6

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Road closure to impact State Road 32 in Montgomery County

The Indiana Department of Transportation announced a road closure that will impact State Road 32 west of Crawfordsville. Beginning on or after Monday, July 6, INDOT contractors will close S.R. 32 over McFarland Ditch, which is located between County Road 900 W. and C.R. 830 W. According to its release, the purpose of this closure is to perform a small structure replacement culvert. Work is anticipated to last through September, weather permitting. The official detour around the closure follows S.R. […]

June 23, 2026 25

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Cat saved following house fire on Market Street

No injuries were reported and one cat was resuscitated following a house fire Tuesday evening. According to a release by the Crawfordsville Fire Department, firefighters arrived around 6:45 p.m. to a residence on the 1100 block of Market Street. Upon arrival, crews observed light smoke coming from the exterior of the home. Firefighters entered the residence and encountered heavy smoke throughout the structure, with visibility reduced to near zero. Crews quickly located the fire, brought it under control, and did […]

June 17, 2026

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