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WRBI App – Now available!
We’re excited to announce that WRBI has its own app! That means you can take WRBI with you, no matter where you are, on your favorite smartphone! We’re even on Apple CarPlay! Grab the […]
Election - General
It’s on to November for Primary Election Winners
(Southeastern IN) – The 2024 Indiana Primary Election is in the books, and it’s on to the General Election in November for Tuesday’s winners. Among the contested Republican races in Ripley County, incumbent coroner Jason […]
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Nasty Weather Hits SE Indiana
(Southeastern IN) – Strong to severe storms, and possibly tornados, hit Southeastern Indiana Tuesday night. Tornado warnings were issued for Ripley, Franklin, Decatur and Dearborn counties after radar indicated rotation. Parts of Franklin County plus […]
Jim's Journal
Jim’s Journal, May 8th, 2024
Frankie Montas started for the Reds against the Diamondbacks Tuesday, and looked strong in his first pitching appearance since suffering a large forearm contusion caused by a batted ball. Montas struck out 7 Arizona batters […]
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Strong to Severe Weather Possible with Large Hail, Winds
(Southeastern IN) – We could be in for some rough weather. The area is under an Enhanced – or three out of five – Risk for strong to severe storms late this afternoon and early […]
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United Way Working to Address Youth Mental Health
(Franklin/Ripley Counties, IN) – United Way of Franklin and Ripley Counties (UWFRC) granted funds to area partners working to improve mental health, as part of its community investment process at the end of 2023. Franklin […]
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Study Abroad Scholarship Winners Named
(Batesville, IN) – Lucy Abplanalp and Kailey Schaeffer, both of Batesville, have been selected as the 2024 Hispanic Community Advisory Committee (HCAC) Study Abroad Scholarship winners. Both students were chosen from a pool of applicants […]
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Cruisin’ to a Cure Exceeds Fundraising Expectations
(Lawrenceburg, IN) – It was another big year for Cruisin’ to a Cure for ALS. The car show in downtown Lawrenceburg on Sunday raised at least $52,000. with more donations set to come in before […]
Election - General
It’s Primary Election Day
(Southeastern IN/Statewide) – It is Primary Election Day in Indiana. There are a number of contested local races on the Republican ballot. In Ripley County, two candidates a piece are running for County Commissioner in […]
Jim's Journal
Jim’s Journal, May 7th, 2024
Some schools called afternoon sports events off, some kept plans in place… Tuesday was one of those off and on afternoons of weather across southeastern Indiana. Some places got a lot of rain, mud, and […]
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UPDATE: Greensburg Police Issue Silver Alert
(Greensburg, IN) – The Silver Alert issued for 57-year-old Ronald Harris was canceled around 9:15 p.m. Monday. The Greensburg Police Department has confirmed that he has been located, but it’s not clear if he was […]
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New Ivy Tech Healthcare Scholarship for Lawrenceburg/Batesville Students
(Lawrenceburg/Batesville, IN) – Ivy Tech Community College has established a new scholarship for students in the Lawrenceburg and Batesville areas interested in advancing their education in healthcare. The Southeast Indiana (SE IN) Healthcare Scholarship was […]
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South Ripley Elementary Recognized Nationally by Project Lead The Way
(Versailles, IN) – South Ripley Elementary School proudly announces its recognition as a 2023-24 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished School. This prestigious honor is bestowed upon a select number of elementary schools across the […]