The Brookville American-Democrat

The Brookville American-Democrat The Brookville American (est. 1833) and The Brookville Democrat (est. 1838) proudly cover local news, Whitewater Publications, Inc.

is the publisher of several newspapers which include: The Brookville American (est. 1833), The Brookville Democrat (est. 1838), The Liberty Herald (est. 1851) The Union County Review (est. 1969) and The Whitewater Valley Explorer (est. 1974). Whitewater Publications proudly prints those newspapers which have served as Franklin and Union counties’ newspapers of record since the introduction of the

printing press to the Whitewater Valley. Along with that honor comes responsibility. That is why we are committed to accuracy, honesty and community values. We strive to serve all of our readers and advertisers, while maintaining journalistic integrity. Besides news-gathering and publishing, we also produce a wide variety of printed products. These products include such items as: hardbound, paperback, and spiral-bound books; booklets; newsletters; tri-fold brochures; all manner of promotional material; and everything from business cards to custom website design.

09/25/2025

US52 IS NOW OPEN AT YELLOW BANK ROAD.

09/25/2025
09/24/2025

METAMORA, Ind. - Relief is on the way for Metamora's dry canal. State officials confirmed today an agreement has been reached between the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, the Whitewater Canal State Historic Site and property owners involved in a land dispute that temporarily delayed maintena...

The new town mascot has been caught!
09/23/2025

The new town mascot has been caught!

BROOKVILLE, Ind. — After more than a week on the run, Brookville’s most infamous fugitive has finally been caught, and no, it wasn’t a person. The goat, who managed to dodge capture despite multiple attempts, turned the town into his playground. Residents reported sightings everywhere from St....

09/22/2025

Earlier this month, two goats were spotted roaming around town, and one goat is still at large. Nick Harpring of Whitewater Publications took it upon himself to try and search for the rogue barnyard animal, while calling for fellow Brookville residents to keep an eye out.

09/19/2025

Here are some news highlights from this past week, courtesy of the Brookville American

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09/12/2025

FRANKLIN CO. E911: FRANKLIN COUNTY IS UNDER A BURN BAN EFECTIVE IMEDIATELY. A/FC COMMISSONERS nixle.us/GMFA7 Reply with a friend's # to forward

FRANKLIN COUNTY IS UNDER A BURN BAN EFECTIVE IMEDIATELY BASED ON THE RECONMENDATIONS OF THE FIRE CHIEFS AND THE NATION WEATHER SERVICE. A/FC COMMISSIONERS  

09/05/2025

PSA

There is a black, 15-year-old cat lost. Can be identified by her low-hanging stomach and will answer to the name Kitty. Lost in the 1072 Fairfield Avenue area back up to the town park. If seen, please call Karen at 765-309-5436. Thank you everyone.

09/02/2025

NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS OF ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION

Notice is hereby given the taxpayers of Franklin County, Indiana that the proper legal officers will consider the following additional appropriations in excess of the budget for the current year at their regular meeting place at Conference Room 6:00p.m., on the 16th Day of September, 2025.
General Other Services and Charges - $23,000.00
Health Personal Services - $9,926.00
Health First Personal Services - $50,000.00
LIT Public Safety Sheriff Supplies - $15,000.00
MVH Highway Personal Services - $102,878.00
Park Personal Services - $18,565.00
Statewide 911 Personal Services - $14,712.00
Communications PSPA Personal Services - $58,859.00
Taxpayers appearing at the meeting shall have a right to be heard. The additional appropriations finally made will be referred to the Department of Local Government Finance (DLGF). The DLGF will make a written determination as tot he sufficiency of funds to support the appropriations made within fifteen (15) days of receipt of a Certified Copy of the action taken,
Dated: 8/29/2025
Karla J. Bauman, Auditor
Fiscal Officer

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