Tipton County Tribune

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! Today, we celebrate the hard work, dedication & contributions of workers throughout our communities.

We are especially grateful to our readers & advertisers for your continued support. Thank you for being part of what we do.

Have a safe and enjoyable holiday!

08/18/2026

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Local officials are aware of a submerged vehicle in the Cicero Creek just to the east of the Main Street bridge near South Pole and the Tipton Manor Apartments. The vehicle is currently unoccupied, all occupants have been accounted for, and there is no one in danger. The vehicle will be removed when the current slows and it is safe to do so.

There is no need to contact 911 or the non-emergency number.

Tipton Police Department, Tipton County Sheriff’s Office - Indiana, Tipton County Communications E-911 - Indiana

08/15/2026

Shelters Open in Tipton County as Flooding Continues

TIPTON, Ind. — City and county officials, led by the Tipton County Emergency Management Agency, are coordinating a multi-agency flood response as significant rainfall over the past several days has caused waterways and creeks to rise to dangerous levels. Additional rainfall is expected throughout the weekend, and saturated ground conditions mean even moderate rain could quickly worsen flooding in creeks, streams, ditches and other low-lying areas.

Residents who are able to do so should consider temporarily evacuating. Leaving before water rises helps keep families safe and allows emergency personnel to focus on those who need emergency assistance.

Three emergency shelters are currently open for displaced residents:

Tipton County Fairgrounds Auditorium, 1200 S. Main St. (pets welcome, must be in a crate)
Rock Prairie Church, 421 Ash St. (no pets)
West Street Christian Church, 132 N. West St. (no pets)

Officials urge residents to take the following precautions:

Move vehicles, important documents, medications and other valuables to higher ground.

Check on family members, neighbors and anyone who may need assistance.
Have essential medications, chargers, identification and important items packed and ready to go.

Never drive or walk through flooded roadways. Water can be deeper and moving faster than it appears. Turn around, don't drown.

Do not allow children or pets to play in standing or moving floodwater. Floodwater can contain dangerous bacteria, sewage, chemicals, debris and other contaminants that can cause serious illness or injury.

The flood response is being coordinated by the Tipton County Emergency Management Agency with support from the Tipton Fire Department, Tipton Police Department, Tipton County Sheriff's Office, Tipton County Highway Department, Tipton County Health Department, City of Tipton Municipal Services Department and Tipton Municipal Utilities.

The City of Tipton also thanks the communities of Fishers, Carmel and Wabash for providing additional resources to support the local response.

Officials will continue to provide updates as conditions change. Residents are encouraged to follow the City of Tipton, Ind. and the agencies listed above on social media for the most current information.

04/17/2026

Mayor Schmicker issued the following response to a request for comment regarding the resignations of the Chief and Assistant Chief:

"The recent resignations of the Tipton Police Chief and Assistant Chief were separate personnel matters and not the result of a single incident. The Assistant Chief's decision was made independently, and the two resignations are not connected.

The Chief's resignation comes as part of a broader strategic reorganization of the department, as the City evaluates its structure and resources to ensure long-term sustainability. This includes planning for anticipated financial impacts at the state level and positioning the department to operate as efficiently and effectively as possible moving forward.

We appreciate the service both individuals have provided during their tenure as leaders of the department.

We're moving forward with appointing department leadership and will share updates on any appointments or promotions as decisions are finalized."

04/01/2026

Sometimes, life can take us in directions we never could have imagined. That's true for Alex Snyder, a 2001 Tipton High School graduate, who is one of nine contestants who will be featured in Norway’s adaptation of “The Great British Bake Off,” premiering on Scandinavian television Monday, April 6. The show follows the same format as its popular British counterpart, featuring amateur bakers competing in weekly contests judged by Norwegian chefs.

Life has taken Alex Snyder a long way from his hometown. The 2001 Tipton High School graduate, the son of Ed and Claire Snyder of Atlanta, is one of nine contestants who will be featured in Norway’s adaptation of “The Great British Bake Off,” premiering on Scandinavian television Monday, April...

03/26/2026

The HOPE Family Care Center of Cicero will host its spring fundraiser in Tipton on April 16. The center offers free medical, dental, and mental health services to residents from Tipton, Madison, Hamilton, and Boone Counties.

In 2003, HOPE Family Care Center in Cicero began as a faith-based non-profit with the goal of assisting those in need with healthcare services. The clinic was founded by the leadership of the Cicero Christian Church, and in the more than two decades that have followed, it has provided healthcare to....

03/21/2026

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03/19/2026

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03/17/2026

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03/12/2026

Danuel Summers, the owner of The Sandwich Shoppe, has created a unique menu that reflects both his Korean heritage and the time he’s spent working in the kitchens of busy Indianapolis bars, and restaurants throughout the country.

"Cultures, families, and love — all of those things are wrapped around food. Being able to share that, I think is so important. That’s what brings us together.”

Daneul Summers Summers never planned to become a chef. As a teenager in Tipton, he had dreams of becoming a writer. The 2006 Tipton High School graduate was involved with the school paper, and had previously interned with the Tipton County Tribune. He had dreams of leaving his hometown and never com...