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OPINION: A Thought for Yom Kippur
I’m not Jewish, but I’ve always thought Yom Kippur — which is being observed today — to be one of the most admirable holidays. It’s a day set aside for reflection, repentance, and renewal. A […]
Year: 2025
Obituaries
Johnnie Ray Ingram
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Johnnie Ray Ingram of Milan, Indiana. A beloved husband, father, Papaw, son, brother, nephew and friend. Johnnie Ray went to be with the […]
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OPINION: A Voice for Nature and Humanity
The world lost one of its true treasures today with the passing of Dr. Jane Goodall at the age of ninety-one. Her name became synonymous with compassion, curiosity, and a belief that each of us […]
Obituaries
Ben Ray Yoder, 78-North Vernon
Ben Ray Yoder, age 78 years, 24 days of North Vernon, Indiana. Passed away at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday September 30, 2025, at the Perry Bontrager residence due to skin cancer. He was born October […]
Obituaries
Beth Ann Stotsenburg, 63-Westport
Beth Ann Stotsenburg, 63, of Westport, passed away at 9:04 p.m. on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Columbus Regional Hospital. She was born on October 21, 1961, in Columbus, Indiana the daughter of George Thomas […]
Obituaries
Gina Renea Smith, age 69, Aurora
Gina Renea Smith, a beloved homemaker and cherished member of her family, passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at the age of 69, in Fort Thomas, Kentucky. Born on July 12, 1956, in Hamilton, […]
Obituaries
Mr. Mark Alan Craig
Mr. Mark Alan Craig, age 69, of near Quercus Grove, Indiana, entered this life on April 9, 1956 in Madison, Indiana. He was the son of the late Vachel H. and Ruth Jean (Kinman) Craig. […]
Local Sports
ORVC Weekly Report for September 22-27
Congratulations to Milan’s Gabe Riehle, who is the Boys Cross Country Co-Runner of the Week in the latest ORVC Report. Riehle posted the best time (16:33) among boys competitors at the Great Pumpkin Invitational in […]
Local News
Moody Named Navigator of the Year
(Aurora, IN) – Amber Moody of Covering Kids & Families (CKF), a program overseen by the Southeastern Indiana Economic Opportunity Corporation (SEIOC), received the Navigator of the Year at the recent Covering Kids & Families […]
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Batesville Firefighters, Paramedics Recognized for Lifesaving Efforts
(Batesville, IN) – Batesville Fire and Rescue celebrated several important recognitions and milestones within the department this week. Paramedics Lindsey Brison and Jacob King, plus firefighters Derrik Justice, Dave Krause and Zach Fleisher received commendations […]
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Dearborn County Recycling Center Costume Swap Returns
(Aurora, IN) – The Dearborn County Recycling Center is hosting its 16th annual Costume Swap event this month. Starting today (October 1) through October 29, the Costume Swap will be open on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays […]
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BMV Opens Self-Service Kiosk in Versailles
(Versailles, IN) – The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles has installed a BMV Connect Kiosk inside the Versailles IGA grocery store. The new self-service kiosk is available seven days a week during the store’s normal […]