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ORVC Report for November 13-18

November 22, 2023 Tom Snape

The ORVC has announced its athletes and performers of the week for November 13-18. Congratulations to Milan’s Morgan Lawrence, who was named Top Performer of the Week in Girls Swimming. Lawrence posted top times of […]

So. Ripley band director marching in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

November 22, 2023 Tom Snape

(New York, NY) – Keep your eyes out for a local band director on TV Thursday morning. South Ripley’s Ellen Fennell will play her flute and march in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New […]

Marsh, Robbins foster global ties during trade mission to Japan

November 22, 2023 Tom Snape

(Greensburg, IN) – Mayor Joshua Marsh and Greensburg/Decatur County Economic Development Director Bryan Robbins recently concluded a trade Mission to Japan. The visit was led by the South Central Indiana Economic Development Group (SCIED) and […]

Andy Joe Meneely-44 of Greensburg

November 22, 2023 Bass & Gasper Funeral Home

Andy Joe Meneely, 44, entered into the arms of his Lord and Jesus Christ on Sunday, November 19, 2023, at Decatur County Memorial Hospital. Andy was born on March 5, 1979, kicking, and screaming in […]

Erleen R. Snyder

November 22, 2023 Meyers Funeral Home

Erleen R. Snyder, 89, passed away on November 5, 2023 at the Chateau of Batesville. Beloved wife of the late Willard Snyder. Loving mother to Cyndy (Jim) Walther, Bill (Debbie) Snyder and Jim (Karen) Snyder. […]

Leising, fellow lawmakers gather as General Assembly kicks off 2024 session

November 22, 2023 Tom Snape

(Statehouse) – State Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg) gathered with fellow legislators Tuesday at the Statehouse for Organization Day – the ceremonial start of the Indiana General Assembly. Organization Day marks the annual first roll call […]

Brian E. Casteel, 65, Connersville

November 22, 2023 Philips & Meyers

Brian E. Casteel, age 65, of Connersville, Indiana died Monday, November 20, 2023 at his residence in rural Franklin County following a lengthy illness. Born October 19, 1958 in Connersville, Indiana he was the son […]

Diana F. Galyen, 78, Brookville

November 22, 2023 Philips & Meyers

Diana F. Galyen, age 78, of Brookville, Indiana died Monday, November 20, 2023 at McCullough Hyde Memorial Hospital in Oxford, Ohio following a brief illness. Born April 17, 1945 in Batesville, Indiana she was the […]

DNR encourages you to “Opt Outside” over Thanksgiving holiday

November 22, 2023 Tom Snape

(Statewide) – For Hoosiers looking to get outside the day after Thanksgiving, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will offer free admission to all Indiana State Park properties on November 24 as part of […]

Hoosier hunters team with food banks to fight hunger

November 22, 2023 Tom Snape

(Statewide) – Indiana food banks are in dire need of meat for families who simply cannot afford to buy it at the grocery store and local hunters are doing their part to help hungry neighbors. […]

Local News

Unemployment down in two area counties, holds steady in the others

November 22, 2023 Tom Snape

(Southeastern IN) – Unemployment dropped slightly in two area counties in October but held steady in the others. The Indiana Department of Workforce Development says Decatur County stood at 2.7 percent, which was down from […]

Batesville Schools receives IDOE Competitive Science of Reading Grant

November 22, 2023 Tom Snape

(Indianapolis, IN) – The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) on Tuesday announced the recipients of the 2023-2024 Competitive Science of Reading Grant. Nearly $15 million was awarded to 72 school corporations, serving over 65,000 students […]