Publishing Break: October 5 through October 9
We will not be publishing the week of October 5 through October 9 because Noelle is attending an online journalism conference late in the week.
Weekly Round-Up, October 2, 2026
Articles you might've missed, information about upcoming community events and a schedule with agendas and livestream links for city and county meetings.
Business Spotlight: Creekside Farm Stop
Have you ever wanted a year-round farmers' market? Farm stops are exactly that - read all about Greensburg's own Creekside Farm Stop!
Meet The Candidates: Kevin Gay
Meet Decatur County Council, District 4 candidate Kevin Gay (D). Gay is running against Republican candidate Larry Heger. District 4 covers Adams, Clay, Fugit and Saltcreek townships
Library Hosting Banned Book Read-In-Walk-Out
The library is hosting a Banned Book Read-In-Walk-Out event October 5.
Commissioners Approve Short-Term Data Center Moratorium
Commissioners approved a data center moratorium applying to centers on county land effective until December 31, 2026. The moratorium could be extended pending completion of the City of Greensburg and Decatur County comprehensive plan.
Meet the Candidates: Bill Meyerrose
Bill Meyerrose (R) is running unopposed for Decatur County Sherriff. Meyerrose took office in 2022. The Independent met with Meyerrose recently to interview him for our meet the candidates series.
Announcement: Publishing Schedule Changes
Changes to our publication schedule. We will publish articles individually throughout the week rather than gathering all articles into a single issue published on Fridays.
Volume 1, Issue 22 - Free Edition, September 18, 2026
Meet the Candidates continues with Decatur County Prosecutor Nate Harter. Need to know how to vote by mail in Indiana? We've got you covered.
Volume 1, Issue 21 - Free Edition, September 12, 2026
September City Council: home rehabilitation program closed out, update on Pizza Craft restaurant. Meet the Candidates continues w/Larry Heger (R) profile. Community event scheduling update on the Paws in the Patch Adoption event at the Animal Shelter.
Volume 1, Issue 20 - September 4, 2026
Decatur County general election coverage kicks off with a profile highlighting county council candidate Andrew Brunni and the first entry in our series walking readers through registering to vote.
Indiana Under Heat Advisory
Indiana is currently under a heat advisory. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.