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OPINION: A Real Hoosier Story

January 29, 2026 Brent Lee

When word spread that Gene White had passed away, it stirred up a familiar Indiana conversation. People talked about Milan. They talked about 1954. They talked about Hoosiers. And almost inevitably, someone asked the question […]

In Memoriam: Gene White 1935-2026

January 29, 2026 Tom Snape

(Milan, IN) – Gene White, one of the key members of the legendary 1954 state champion Milan basketball team, passed away last Saturday in Franklin, where he lived since 1985. After graduating from Milan High […]

Neighborhood Bridges Launched in FCCSC

January 29, 2026 Tom Snape

(Brookville, IN) – Neighborhood Bridges, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports direct local giving in partnership with school leaders, has launched its 67th “Gateway for Kindness” in the Franklin County Community School Corporation (FCCSC). The decision […]

Proposals Sought for Dillsboro Property

January 29, 2026 Tom Snape

(Dillsboro, IN) – The Dillsboro Redevelopment Commission, in partnership with One Dearborn Economic Development, is officially accepting proposals from qualified buyers and developers for the purchase and redevelopment of 12827 Lenover Street in Dillsboro (pictured). […]

Tree City Kids Fair Set for Next Saturday

January 29, 2026 Tom Snape

(Greensburg, IN) – The Arts & Cultural Council of Decatur County is partnering with the Greensburg/Decatur County Public Library and Dog-Eared Pages to host the Tree City Kids Fair Reading, Crafts & Adventure on Saturday, […]

Ripley Chamber Hiring Fair Next Month

January 29, 2026 Tom Snape

(Versailles, IN) – The Ripley County Chamber of Commerce will host a job fair on Tuesday, February 24 at Tyson Activity Center in Versailles from 9:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. The event is open to […]

Dog Rescued From Icy Pond

January 29, 2026 Tom Snape

(Morris, IN) – Morris volunteer firefighters successfully rescued a dog that fell through the ice on the Indian Lakes Campground pond this week. Fire chief Randy Merkel says they received the call around 5:19 pm […]

OA Girls Hoops Beats Indian Creek

January 29, 2026 Tom Snape

(Trafalgar, IN) – Class 1A #6 Oldenburg Academy went on the road and beat Indian Creek 57-49 in girls basketball Wednesday night. Gina Grote led the Twisters with 21 points. She also had nine assists, […]

Police Blotter 1/28/26

January 29, 2026 Tom Snape

Batesville Police Department Ripley County Sheriff Decatur County Sheriff: Arrests Decatur County Sheriff: Incidents Decatur County Sheriff: Fire Decatur County Sheriff: EMS

Sports Daily Digest January 29, 2026

January 29, 2026 Tom Snape

Class 1A #6 Oldenburg Academy beat Indian Creek 57-49 in girls basketball last night. Gina Grote led the Twisters with 21 points; Norah Haverkos notched a double double: 17 points and 13 rebounds, and Claire […]

Dillard Headlines Inaugural Tree City Nostalgia and Classic Film Fest

January 29, 2026 Tom Snape

(Greensburg, IN) – The Arts & Cultural Council of Decatur County is launching a new community event, the Tree City Nostalgia and Classic Film Festival. On Friday March 27, the council presents the iconic bluegrass […]

August John “Augie” Lamping

January 28, 2026 Weigel Funeral Home

August John “Augie” Lamping, age 96 of Hamburg, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at St. Andrews Health Campus in Batesville, Indiana. Born August 11, 1929, in Franklin County Indiana, he is […]