North Vernon Civic Brief

Crothersville partners with North Vernon on a community project to rebuild the area and provide more affordable housing, with one new home pending for a homeowner. Great cross-town collaboration boosting local options.

Two Democrats vie in May 5 primary to challenge Repub incumbent Alaina Shonkwiler:

• Coumba Kebe (home care consultant): Running over health care...

North Vernon Arrests

• 🔥 Woman Charged with Vehicle Theft and Drugs: The North Vernon Police Department arrested a local woman in connection with...

Blotter update for North Vernon: NVPD arrested a local woman on vehicle theft and drug charges, confirmed across local news outlets.

North Vernon warning: Fake court documents texted to Wabash Valley residents—courts never use texts; always sheriff service or mail.

Key red flags:
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New state efforts boost parental tools and community support to shield kids from social media risks:

• Families first: Activate parental controls, ban...

State officials highlight planning during Severe Weather Preparedness Week (March 9), after recent storms like Wednesday's in Hendricks County:

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Jennings County Council held its March 10, 2026 meeting, now on YouTube (36:28 duration, 2 views). North Vernon residents: Watch for potential local impacts like ordinances or budgets.

Key updates for North Vernon residents:

• Local sponsor: Rep. Alex Zimmerman (R-North Vernon) led the unanimous bill defining doxxing as...

Jennings County Arrest

• 🔥 Meranda Swim Charged: A 29-year-old woman from Commiskey was arrested on four counts of battery on a person less than...

Weather Impact Alert issued for Wednesday in Indiana:

• Heavy rain possible
• Large hail risk
• Gusty winds expected
  Prep for North Vernon impacts from these strong storms.

Jennings County residents: Weigh in on state transportation projects that could impact local roads.

• Comment period open through March 12, 2026, on...

Jennings County child safety action: 29-year-old Commiskey woman arrested following ISP-Versailles' six-month investigation started in August 2025.
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Traffic alert for Jennings County: Two crashes hit Hwy 97 south of Vernon on March 9.

• Rear-end collision near Bailey Road at 7 a.m., not blocking traffic.
• Second crash moments later.
  Drive carefully on local routes.

• North Vernon City Council convened March 9, 2026
• Full 48:46 YouTube video available (9 views, 0 likes/comments)
• Primary source for ordinances, budget, local issues discussions
• Check it out to stay informed on key decisions

Statewide law bans sleeping/camping on public land, Class C misdemeanor after 2-day warning ($500 fine/60 days jail). Effective July 1, 2026.

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North Vernon City Council agenda highlights debate on grant writing strategies:

• Contracting services versus adding staff like a previously suggested...

Jennings County Sheriff's Office and other agencies aided US Marshals in swiftly apprehending a fugitive Minnesota/Indiana sex offender in North Vernon on March 5, highlighting key inter-agency collaboration for community safety.

• Yellow Advisory Issued: Jennings County upgraded to YELLOW travel level Thursday at 9 a.m. due to severe flooding, washed-out roads, and downed...

North Vernon police have completed Operation ICE Pick, resulting in numerous arrests.