Michael E. Spear passed away peacefully Thursday, February 5, 2026, at his home in Thorntown, Indiana He was the son of Max and Ruth (Jeffries) Spear, and the loving husband of wife, Carol. Mike graduated from Thorntown High School in 1966, where he met his future bride and love of his life, Carol Lollar, who survives. They were married the year following their graduation and enjoyed 59 years and 6 months of a beautiful, happy life together. Mike was a very loving, caring and

Mental Health America Boone County is reminding you that February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Let's support the young people in our lives by being aware, being supportive, and being a resource. February 11th is Wear Orange Day to support awareness of teen dating violence. Do your part as a person, as a family, as a business or organization, and raise awareness of this issue by doing just that! Mental Health America Boone County will be sharing information this mo

El Meson in Boone Village is hosting a Dine to Donate for Chicken Nugget and Gang this Wednesday! Please consider dining there for lunch or dinner or getting takeout!!

Join Boone County Leaders this Wednesday February 11 from 6 until 8 at the Boone County Fairgrounds for a community open house to review key findings and help confirm the vision, goals, and priorities that will guide the next steps of Boone County’s comprehensive plan. The meeting format is an open house. You are invited to come and go at any point between 6:00 and 8:00 pm. A brief presentation will begin at 6:30 pm. Visit the project website at www.planbooneco.com  to lea