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Warriors Quick Start Too Much For Dogs, 45-12

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DANVILLE, Ind – Frankfort faced an undefeated Danville Warriors team Friday that got out to a fast start scoring on its first three possessions and doing so without taking much time off of the clock.

The Hot Dogs found themselves down 21-0 with 7:18 left in the first quarter with only one offensive series of its own. As with last week’s game against Western Boone, FHS saw their opponent take advantage of a short field.

Danville’s first score took just 20-seconds after receiving the Hot Dogs opening kickoff. Three plays were all the Warriors needed to move the ball 41-yards and the first points were the result of an Ethan Durta 4-yard run. Their next score came after holding the Dogs to a three-and-out. A strong punt return by Brayton McMahon placed the ball at the Hot Dogs 27-yard line – leading to a Kale Payne 3-yard touchdown pass to Tyler Doston.

The third score of the opening quarter came after an Ivan Duarte fumble on the ensuing kickoff that was recovered at the Hot Dogs 28-yard line. Payne connected with Dominick Wynn on a 19-yard touchdown pass.

“It’s tough to defend a short field,” said FHS Coach James Byers. “We’ve got to get off of the bus, we’ve got to get off of the bus ready to play. We spot them 21-points – you take that away and it’s a 24-12 game.”

Frankfort got on the scoreboard with 3:45 left in the 2nd quarter after an Ivan Duarte punt took a funny hop and went off of the foot of the Warriors’ punt returner, Luke Wooten – Reece Mitchell was there to recover the fumble on the Warriors 40-yard line.

Hot Dogs quarterback Sam Michael went to work moving the ball down the field connecting on all three pass attempts – 12-yards to Jade Ayer and twice to Riley Goodnight, 7-yards, and 9-yards.

On a third-and-two from the 6-yard line, Goodnight found the space to reach the endzone. The two-point attempt failed – making the score 31-6.

“I’m really proud of the way our guys battled tonight,” coach Byers said. “I’m proud they kept playing, they kept playing hard. We got down 21 and that is when they seemed to pick up their intensity.”

The final FHS scoring drive took place as time expired in the 4th quarter. Michael found Kyle Earl, with toes just inside the right sideline of the endzone, for a 4-yard passing score – with time expired the officials did not set-up for an extra point attempt.

“I’m proud of them playing four quarters,” coach Byers added. “I’m proud our way the offense started to get back in rhythm.”

The final score of 45-12 moves the Dogs to 3-4 for the season and 1-3 in conference play. Danville goes to 5-0, 4-0.

Michael finished the evening with 72-yards passing – connecting on 12-of-22 attempts, with 1 touchdown and 2 interceptions. He added 2-yards of rushing on 10 carries.

Goodnight rushed for 44-yards on 20 carries, with 1 touchdown. He also had 6 receptions for 29-yards. Ayers had 3 receptions for 32-yards and Earl had 3 receptions for 11-yards and 1 touchdown.

Defensively Frankfort was led by Reece Mitchell with 10 tackles in addition to the fumble recovery. Bryce McDonald and Ayers both had interceptions.

The Hotdogs continue Sagamore Conference play on Friday at North Montgomery, (5-2,2-2), who lost to Tri-West on Friday, 35-6.

“We’ve got a big test week with North (Montgomery), said coach Byers. “North (Montgomery) is a great team. Coach (Josh) Thompson does a terrific job down there. They’ve got a couple players – (Jacob Braun) is a big strong kid. So, we have to get off of the bus ready to play next week.”

WARRIORS 45, HOT DOGS 12
Danville;28;10;7;0;-;45
Frankfort;0;6;0;6;-;12

Scoring Summary
1st Qtr (11:33) Danville. Ethan Durta 4-yard run. Braden Walliser extra point kick good. 7-0.

1st Qtr (7:45) Danville.Tyler Doston 3-yard pass from Kale Payne. Braden Walliser extra point kick good. 14-0.

1st Qtr (7:18) Danville. Dominick Wynn 19-yard pass from Kale Payne. Braden Walliser extra point kick good. 21-0.

1st Qtr (2:06) Danville. Matthew McGovern 37-yard run. Braden Walliser extra point kick good. 28-0.

2nd Qtr (8:27) Danville. Braden Walliser 39-yard field goal. 31-0.

2nd Qtr (3:45) Frankfort. Riley Goodnight 6-yard run. Two-point conversion failed. 31-6.

2nd Qtr (1:23) Danville. Dominick Wynn 12-yard pass from Kale Payne. Braden Walliser extra point kick good. 38-6.

3rd Qtr (7:55) Danville. Matthew McGovern 41-yard run. Braden Walliser extra point kick good. 45-6.

4th Qtr (0:00) Frankfort. Kyle Earl 4-yard pass from Sam Michael. 45-12.

Frankfort Mayor Judy Sheets, Fire Department Kickoff Fire Prevention Week

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FRANKFORT, Ind – Frankfort Mayor Judy Sheets issued a proclamation Monday, October 5, declaring the week of October 5 through 9 fire prevention week in Frankfort.

Mayor Sheets shared why she wanted to recognize the week as fire prevention week given the restrictions still in place for COVID-19.  “I think it is so important to get the message out to our citizens – particularly the schools,” said Mayor Sheets. “I thought it was important that we do something to still recognize that it is fire prevention week and that out firefighters are still there to be able to give information out.”

This year’s campaign is “Serve Up Fire Safety in the Kitchen!” and the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) is the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week, something they have done for more than 90 years.

“We’ve never had a proclamation read for fire prevention week,” said Frankfort Fire Department Chief John Kirby. “We reach over 3,000 kids every year just in the week of fire prevention week – this year it is through the week of the 5th through the 9th.”

Given the COVID-19 restrictions, Chief Kirby said the department had to come up with some creative ways to reach the children in Frankfort schools.

“Unfortunately through COVID, we are unable to get into the schools like we have in the past and actually congregate with the kids and different classes and talk to them about fire prevention. So, this year we’re doing it kind of different.

“We have to be a bit more creative to get the message out this year; pre-K through 2nd grade, we’re doing coloring contests – the kids will be coloring a different fire prevention slogans and pictures. Then our firefighters next week will go through and pick the ones they like and give the winners a gift bag.

“The older kids we’ll pass out the rubber bracelets – all of them have different fire prevention slogans on them. We plan on each school having a fire drill this week. Unfortunately, the middle school and high school are out this week on e-learning, but we still have the grade schools, so we are going to make contact with them and probably have a fire drill.”

Chief Kirby shared the following safety tips to prevent cooking fires:

  • Never leave cooking food unattended. Stay in the kitchen while you are frying, grilling or broiling. If you have to leave, even for a short time, turn off the stove.
  • If you are simmering, baking, roasting, or boiling food, check it regularly, remain in the home while food is cooking, and use a timer to remind you that you’re cooking.
  • You have to be alert when cooking. You won’t be alert if you are sleepy, have taken medicine or drugs, or consumed alcohol that makes you drowsy.
  • Always keep an oven mitt and pan lid nearby when you’re cooking. If a small grease fire starts, slide the lid over the pan to smother the flame. Turn off the burner, and leave the pan covered until it is completely cool.
  • Have a “kid-free zone” of at least 3 feet around the stove and areas where hot food or drink is prepared or carried.

 

Clinton County High School Football Action for Week 7

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FRANKFORT, Ind – All three Clinton County high school football programs will be in action this evening, Friday, October 2nd – all of the games are set for a 7 p.m. kickoff.

Frankfort (3-3) is on the road to take on the Danville Warriors (4-0) in a Sagamore Conference match-up. The Hotdogs lost last week to Western Boone, 37-0. Danville defeated Southmont, 35-7.

Clinton Central (3-1) will host the Carroll Cougars (2-4) in a Hoosier Heartland Conference match-up. The Bulldogs lost to Eastern last week, 53-8. Carroll lost to Tri-Central, 36-0.

Clinton Prairie (0-6) will host the Taylor Titans (1-5) in a Hoosier Heartland Conference match-up. The Gophers lost last week to Delphi, 49-14. Taylor lost to Sheridan last week, 65-22.

FHS & FMS to Close Until Oct 12 Due to COVID-19

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FRANKFORT, Ind – Today, the Community Schools of Frankfort (CSF) notified parents/guardians of students attending the Frankfort Middle School (FMS) and Frankfort  High School (FHS) that two students within those combined populations have tested positive for COVID-19.

Additionally, three staff members at the high school have tested positive.

As a result of learning of the positive cases, the CSF administration made the decision that both the FHS and FMS buildings will close beginning Friday, October 2, and reopen Monday, October 12 out of an abundance of caution. During this time, all students impacted by this closure will participate in e-learning.

CSF Superintendent Joel McKinney addressed how extracurricular activities will be addressed.

“Just as our virtual scholars may participate in extracurricular activities, so may our e-learners, as long as there are no COVID issues within the team,” said McKinney. “Our after school activities are looked at ‘case by case’ when it comes to continuing with practices and competitions.”

The full announcement can be read below:

The Community Schools of Frankfort has been informed of two positive COVID-19 cases within the middle school and high school student population.  We have followed health department guidelines for contact tracing and have notified all close contacts to inform them what they should do.  All close contacts will quarantine for 14 days before returning to school. The criteria includes being within six feet for a total of 15 minutes of an individual with a confirmed positive case and within two days of the symptom onset for the individuals.

If you have NOT received a call, your child has NOT been identified as a close contact.

Additionally, the high school has experienced 3 staff members in a short period of time who have tested positive. All transmissions have taken place outside of the school setting and all individuals are on isolation at home.  Close contacts have been identified and are under the 14-day quarantine.

Out of an abundance of caution, in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in our schools, Frankfort High School and Frankfort Middle School will move to e-learning on Friday of this week and continuing the week of October 5 through 9.  Only elementary students will report to school.  Middle and high school students will return to regular school on Monday, October 12.

Middle school and high school students on e-learning will sign in to Canvas for school, following the 2- hour delay schedule. Daily attendance will be taken according to participation and completed assignments. All school staff will report to work as usual.

Grab and Go meals will be available for middle school and high school students during e-learning days.  The pick-up location will be behind the high school from 11:30 am until 12:30 pm daily. Because our high school and middle school staff will continue to work from school while students are at home for e-learning, parents should contact the school during school hours with any questions they may have.

While home on e-learning, we ask that our students continue to maintain social distancing and follow all of the safety practices that reduce the risk of illness transmission.

Stars Outshine Hotdogs On Homecoming

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FRANKFORT, Ind – Frankfort entered Friday’s homecoming game against Western Boone with a two-game win streak and knew they would have a big task going for a third.

The Stars are the 2A back-to-back state champions, and the Hot Dogs showed in the opening series they were ready for the challenge.

The Dogs’ defense held on a third-and-goal and forced a 28-yard field goal attempt. When the ball snapped, linebacker Brenton Wood forced his way into the backfield and blocked the attempt. The live-ball was scooped up by Ramsey Mitchell and returned to the 40-yard line.

“Overall, defensively we played outstanding,” Frankfort head coach James Byers said. “I was really proud the way our guys responded – they struggled a little last week and they came back and had an outstanding week of practice all week.”

The Stars’ defense was equally ready. Frankfort came in averaging 31-points on 405-yards of offense per game, 126-yards in passing, and 279-yards in rushing.

Western Boone shut the FHS rushing game down, allowing only 91-yards. The Dogs’ go-to rusher, Riley Goodnight, was held to 17-yards for the game. Goodnight entered the contest averaging 166-yards per game. Quarterback Sam Michael ran for 74-yards for the game.

While yardage from the ground was tough to come by, Michael did find success from the air by connecting on 10-of-18 attempts for 106-yards. The yards did not come easy as Western Boone applied pressure coming away with five sacks.

“Our offensive line has a few things to clean-up – the holds and things like that,” Byers said. “We got to take care of that, those things cannot happen up front – those are being detail-oriented.

“When [Michael] settles in and throws the ball quick, he is dynamic. So, he’s just got to get back into that rhythm that he’s established the last few weeks.”

Jade Ayers led the receivers with four receptions for 49-yards. Kyle Earl added four for 38-yards and Goodnight had two for 19-yards.

Defensively, the Hot Dogs found themselves having to defend the short field while Western Boone showcased its duo of powerful running backs, Robby Taylor and Luke Marsh. The two combined for 184 of the 220 yards of rushing. Marsh scored in the third quarter on a 17-yard run.

By the games’ end, the Stars offense found the end zone a total of five times as well as adding a 40-yard field goal to end the Dogs’ win streak, 37-0. The Dogs go to 3-3 on the season and 1-2 in conference action. Western Boone improves to 3-3, 2-1.

Coach Byers addressed whether the Stars’ size and physicality had a determination on the outcome of the game.

“No, they’re a good offense and they’re going to score points. That’s the nature of the beast – shuttin’ people out doesn’t happen much anymore especially with a back like [Marsh] and a back like [Taylor],” responded Byers. “They are really good players. We gave up 37 cause we had a short field a couple of times – it’s tough to defend from [your own end].”

Gabe Chavez and Vlad Carreas Lantigua led the Dogs’ defense with 21 tackles and 18 tackles, respectively. Wood added 16 tackles.

The Hot Dogs travel Friday to take on Danville – a team coach Byers calls “outstanding.” Danville is undefeated at 4-0 with its most recent win over Southmont, 35-7.

Scoring Summary

STARS 37, HOT DOGS 0

Western Boone;12;14;8;0;-;37
Frankfort;0;0;0;0;-;0

Scoring Summary

1st Qtr (3:19) Western Boone. Mitch Miller 7-yard run. Josiah Smith extra point kick good. 7-0.

2nd Qtr (6:16) Western Boone. Elliot Young 2-yard run. Josiah Smith extra point kick good. 14-0.

2nd Qtr (0:00) Western Boone. Josiah Smith 40-yard field goal good. 17-0.

3rd Qtr (5:09) Western Boone. Luke Marsh 17-yard run. Two-point conversation failed. 23-0.

4th Qtr (8:25) Western Boone. Elliot Young 3-yard run. Josiah Smith extra point kick good. 30-0.

4th Qtr (1:59) Western Boone. Connor Garrity 15-yard pass from Elliot Young. Josiah Smith extra point kick good. 37-0.

New Rule: Clinton County Election Board Must Count Mail-In Ballots If Postmarked By Election Day

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FRANKFORT, Ind – A federal lawsuit brought by Common Cause Indiana – a nonpartisan organization that works to promote open, ethical, and accountable government for every Hoosier – has now changed the way mail-in ballots will be accepted and counted across Indiana after a federal judge in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Indiana ruled Wednesday, Sept. 29.

The ruling by federal judge Sarah Evans Barker now requires county election boards all across Indiana to count mail-in ballots as long as the envelope is postmarked on or before election day, November 3rd, and arrives no later than 10-days after the election, November 13. Previously, all mail-in ballots must have been received by the county election board by noon of election day to be counted – unless the ballot would come from overseas, where Indiana law allows for the ballot to be counted if received within 10-days post-election.

As of Monday, Sept. 14, there have been 765 valid requests for mail-in absentee ballots requested by Clinton County residents.

Common Cause Indiana argued the deadline imposed by Indiana law of noon on election day was “arbitrary” and would deprive thousands of their constitutional right to vote. The filing with the court cited the most recent May 2020 primary where 1,949 ballots were not counted in Marion and Hamilton counties because those ballots arrived after the noon deadline – also noted, those two counties account for 20% of the population of Indiana.

Judge Baker’s ruling specifically noted the argument by Common Cause Indiana: “Thousands of Indiana voters are at risk of being disenfranchised through no fault of their own because, even if they comply with Indiana’s absentee ballot application deadline and diligently complete and return their ballot upon receipt, there is still a significant likelihood that the ballot will not reach their county election board by noon on Election Day.”

Judge Baker addressed the State’s argument that voters could request mail-in absentee ballots earlier allowing for a greater amount of time for the ballot to arrive on-time. “Still others may intentionally wait until closer to Indiana’s October 22, 2020 statutory deadline for requesting their absentee ballot, not as a result of dilatoriness, but because they are undecided and therefore not ready to vote well in advance of the end of the presidential campaign or because Indiana’s deadline ‘is giving them a false sense of confidence in timely receipt.’ Defendants’ attempt to minimize the burden imposed by the noon Election Day receipt deadline on such voters by arguing that they could have prevented the problem by requesting their absentee ballot weeks in advance of the statutory deadline or by choosing instead to vote or return their ballot in person is unavailing.”

Clinton County High School Football Action for Week 6

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Frankfort – All three Clinton County high school football programs will be in action this evening, Friday, September 25 – all of the games are set for a 7 p.m. kickoff.

Frankfort (3-2) hosts back-to-back 2A state champions, the Western Boone Stars (2-3) in a Sagamore Conference match-up. The Hotdogs are coming off a win last week against the South Central Satellites, 34-31. Western Boone defeated North Montgomery, 38-16.

Clinton Central (3-0) travels to play the Eastern Comets (5-0) in a Hoosier Heartland Conference match-up. The Bulldogs defeated Taylor last week, 62-6. While Eastern defeated Carroll, 52-0.

Clinton Prairie (0-5) travels to play the Delphi Oracles (3-2) in a Hoosier Heartland Conference match-up. The Gophers lost last week to Sheridan, 34-7. Delphi defeated Tri-Central last week, 42-14.

 

Indiana to Move to Stage 5 on Saturday, Sep 26

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Indianapolis, Ind – Indiana is moving to Stage 5 of the Back on Track Plan on Saturday, Sep 26, per an announcement made by Governor Eric Holcomb from the Statehouse in Indianapolis Wednesday, Sep 23.

“That because of the progress that we’ve made over the last not one week, two weeks, three weeks, but going back now for a few months is that steady progression as a curve we’ll be able to move on to Stage 5 of our Back On Track Plan,” said Governor Holcomb. “I said last week … we were managing our way through this to mitigate, to slow that spread – I said the proof is in the puddin’ and the numbers continue to track in the right direction.”

So, what does Stage 5 mean?

First, Stage 5 is set for a period of time running from September 26 through October 17.

Face coverings will be required for all Hoosiers per executive order.

Must maintain social distancing, wash your hands, and do not go to work or school or in public places if you feel sick.

And, size limitations are removed for social gatherings and meetings. However, organizers of events that will include more than 500 people must submit a written plan to the local Health Department

For restaurants and bars that offer food service, they may open at full capacity – appropriate social distancing must be maintained between tables and bar section customers must be seated.

Meanwhile, bars and nightclubs may open at full capacity and customers must be seated and social distancing required.

Indoor and outdoor venues may open at full capacity following social distancing requirements.

Senior centers and congregant nutrition sites may reopen according to family and Social Services Administration guidance.

Personal services such as gyms, fitness centers, and work out facilities may resume normal operations with all of the required cleaning protocols in place

Nursing homes and assisted living facilities are required to provide visitation opportunities.

Communities are encouraged to monitor County’s standing in the color-coded metrics map and enact additional precautions if needed.

The Governor acknowledged some businesses will not be able to go back to pre-pandemic capacity as before due to the requirements still in place for physical and social distancing.

“Realistically, I understand,” said Governor Holcomb. “I get it. That because of what I just said not every establishment will be able to operate at what was their previous full capacity because of that physical distancing and social distancing that must occur.”

Governor Holcomb issued his first executive order related to the pandemic on March 6th and released the Back On Track Plan on May 1st, later modifying it to include Stage 4.5 on July 1st.

Hot Dogs Shoot Down Satellites For 3rd Win

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Union Mills, Ind – On an evening when the Frankfort Hot Dogs’ defense struggled, its offense came out on fire – and they did not have to wait long to get on the field.

The Dogs took over on their own 48-yard line 9-seconds into the game – the result of a bad long snap to the South Central Satellites quarterback on the game’s first play. The ball deflected directly to the on-coming rusher, Ramsey Mitchell, who covered-up the loose ball.

One play and 12-seconds later, the Hot Dogs were on the board after Riley Goodnight raced 52-yards on an end-around that saw the junior running back cut back up-the-middle out running two South Central defenders. The two-point attempt failed and the early 1st quarter score was 6-0.

“Riley was a monster,” said Hot Dog Coach Jame Byers. “Sam (Michael) threw the ball so well. Getting Cam (Swinford) back and working him in as wide receiver has been really beneficial. Kyle (Earl) had some huge catches. Jade (Ayers) had huge catches.”

One such “huge” catch made by Ayers came during the opening drive of the second half. With a second-and-five, Coach Jewell, FHS offensive coordinator, called for a hitch-and-go to be thrown to Ayers. The pass was set-up by a fake pass motion by Michael, freezing the South Central defenders, allowing Ayers to run past the deep defenders. The outcome was a perfectly thrown strike to Ayers in full stride ending in a 31-yard touchdown. Goodnight added a two-point conversion run making the score, 34-11 with 10:35 left in the third quarter.

Regarding the touchdown pass to Ayers, Byers said, “He (Ayers) called that hitch-and-go that we threw for the touchdown. He had been asking for it all game.”

Those would end up being the final points of the game for Frankfort and would mark the awakening of the Satellites offense.

And, their offense all came from quarterback Brady Glisic. Glisic scored three times in the third quarter on runs of 16, 55, and 35-yards, bringing South Central to within 3.

However, Frankfort’s defense came to life in the 4th quarter generating two huge stops.

“I was proud of our guys,” said Coach Byers. “Proud of the resilience they showed. Proud of the grit they showed. And honestly, I was proud of the way they responded to a tight game.

“Had we played better early, we would not have put ourselves in that position, but we got into that position and our defense had not played well all night and I talked to them on the sideline.

“And I said, ‘Fellas, you guys are going to make a huge stop to win this ballgame.’ And, they came back. The two drives we made stops on – are the last two drives of the game. So for those guys to pick their head’s up when they knew they had not played well – believed in each other, played hard, and make the big plays when needed – it was incredible.”

The 34-31 win moves the Hot Dogs to 3-2 on the season.

Offensively the “monster,” Goodnight, finished with 216-yards on 32 carries, scoring one touchdown on the ground and one from the air.

Reece Mitchell added 63-yards from the ground on 2 carries of which 62-yards came in the 2nd quarter when the Hot Dogs found themselves pinned on their own 2-yard line after a Satellites punt. With 40.8 seconds left in the half, Mitchell took the hand-off from the half-back position and sprinted down the middle of the field. That play set-up a Michael to Goodnight 7-yard touchdown pass with 10.7 seconds left on the clock, increasing the lead going into halftime, 26-11.

Michael threw to 5 different receivers for a total of 177-yards, on 16 of 27 attempts with three touchdowns. Michael also rushed for 51-yards on 9 carries and 1 touchdown.

Ayers led all receivers with 7 catches for 106 yards and a touchdown and Earl hauled in his first touchdown reception of the season in the first quarter on a 12-yard slant over the middle.

Gabe Chavez once again led the defense, with Ramsey Mitchell adding another fumble recovery and Reece Mitchell making some big plays on 4th down stops. Ramsey, along with Vlad Carreas Lantigua, Charlie Garcia, and Ethan Cook provided the pressure on the final defensive stand to win the game. Bryce McDonald and Ivan Duarte had the pass breakup that sealed the win for the Hot Dogs.

The Dogs are back in action this Friday against Sagamore Conference foe the Western Boone Stars (2-3, 2-1) who come to Frankfort for a 7 p.m. kickoff after most recently defeating North Montgomery 38-16.

Buyers talk about Western Boone: “They are big and strong and physical. Their fullback is huge. They are going to give him the ball a lot and he’s going to be a workhorse for them and we’re going to have to figure out a way to stop him. The quarterback is a good athlete, throws a really good ball. Even though they had some really, really good talent graduate, they still have some really tremendous players there. We are going to have a big task in front of us.”

Scoring Summary

At SOUTH CENTRAL – Union Mills, Ind

SATELLITES 31, HOT DOGS 34
Frankfort:12:14:8:0:-:34
South Central:3:8:20:0:-:31

Scoring Summary

1st Qtr (11:39) Frankfort. Riley Goodnight 52-yard run. Two-point attempt failed. 0-6.

1st Qtr (7:44) South Central. Trent Hudspeth 30-yard field goal. 3-6.

1st Qtr (4:17) Frankfort. Kyle Earl 12-yard pass from Sam Michael. Two-point conversion failed. 3-12.

2nd Qtr (5:12) South Central. Brady Glisic 16-yard run. Dylan Hale pass from Brady Glisic, two-point conversion good. 11-12.

2nd Qtr (3:17) Frankfort. Sam Michael 6-yard run. Riley Goodnight run, two-point conversion good. 11-20.

2nd Qtr (00:10) Frankfort. Riley Goodnight 7-yard pass from Sam Michael. Two-point conversion failed. 11-26.

3rd Qtr (10:35) Frankfort. Jade Ayers 31-yard pass from Sam Michael. Riley Goodnight run, two-point conversion good. 11-34.

3rd Qtr (8:03) South Central. Brady Glisic 16-yard run. Trent Hudspeth kick good. 18-34.

3rd Qtr (8:03) South Central. Brady Glisic 55-yard run. Two-point conversion failed. 24-34.

3rd Qtr (0:35) South Central. Brady Glisic 35-yard run. Trent Hudspeth kick good. 31-34.

FMU Resumes Utility Disconnections

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Frankfort – The Frankfort Municipal Utilities resumed its disconnection of services for failure to pay on Monday, Sep 14 – as of Monday, Sep 21, thirty-seven customers have had services disconnected according to FMU Billing Manager Stacy Uitts.

Uitts provided this information during the Monday, Utility Service Board meeting. She noted 92 payment plans have been set-up for customers that had applied for the assistance. She stated, of the 92, less than five were from customers who came in after being disconnected.

Customers facing disconnection were notified that payment plans, of up to 6-months, were available to avoid disconnection.

“Last week we were booked,” said Uitts when she shared with USB members what the demand has been from customers requesting to take advantage of the payment plan. “We were doing two payment plans every half-hour, with the exception of lunch hours, and our entire day was booked with appointments of people trying to get in before being disconnected.”

She also noted there are 236 remaining to be disconnected. Of that count, 43 customers are 31 to 45 days late, 194 are more than 45 days late, and 15 are more than 200 days late with the oldest delinquent account being 269 days past due.

The billing office has had its 1st payment plan already paid off close to $500.

“We’re happy,” said Uitts when asked how she felt the payment plan had been going. “I think the payment plan has been a good option for a lot of people and I think it seems very promising.”

Until October 15th, the FMU is not charging a disconnect fee according to Uitts. She said people still have time to call and set-up an appointment to avoid being disconnected and for those that have been disconnected, they can still have a payment plan set-up.

Uitts explained: “They have to come in before their disconnect (date) to avoid being disconnected to get their payment plan set-up. If they come in after (being disconnected), they will not be turned back on until they come in and sign a payment plan.”

The FMU Billing Office can be contacted at (765) 659-3361 to arrange an appointment to go to the Billing Office – located at 1405 E Wabash St, Frankfort – to create a payment plan.

Utility disconnections were placed on hold during the pandemic due to a moratorium put in place by Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb’s executive order issued March 19 which expired on August 14.

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