Articles by Tom Snape

(Batesville, IN) – Work on the City of Batesville’s bike and pedestrian trail expansion along State Road 229 is set to begin on Wednesday, August 27th. This initial phase of the project will impact northbound […]

(Morris, IN) – Celebrate the holiday weekend at one of Southeastern Indiana’s most beloved traditions. St. Anthony Catholic Church will host its 108th Annual Labor Day Picnic and Chicken Dinner on Monday, September 1, from […]

(Batesville, IN) – The Southeastern Indiana YMCA proudly celebrated two outstanding staff members during its August Board of Directors meeting, presenting them with the prestigious S.O.A.R. Award (Service and Outstanding Achievement Recognition). This award honors […]

(Versailles, IN) – The Ripley County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) has taken delivery on two vehicles from Enterprise Fleet Management. To date, the sheriff’s office has received 11 new vehicles this year, which addresses a previous […]

(Batesville, IN) – Batesville Fire and Rescue is expressing appreciation to the Rising Sun Regional Foundation for a $30,000 grant used to purchase new extrication equipment from Citizens First Fire Training. Fire officials say the […]

(Ripley County, IN) – The Ripley County Highway Department will begin a chip and seal project on Michigan Road next week. The work is scheduled to start on Monday, August 25 and is expected to […]

(Franklin County, IN) – Make it three area counties with mosquito samples that have tested positive for West Nile Virus. Franklin County is now on the list from the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH). Positive […]

(Jefferson County, IN) – A man from South Carolina was arrested Thursday for allegedly stealing nearly $1 million from an elderly relative who lives in Madison. The investigation by Detective Tim Denby with the Indiana […]

(Ripley County, IN) – The Ripley County Community Foundation is thrilled to announce the arrival of its newest interns, who will play a vital role in supporting the organization’s mission to foster a culture of […]

(Batesville, IN) – Last Thursday, Jim Amos was honored as the 2025 recipient of the Robert R. Walsman Award, a recognition presented annually to a community member who has generously dedicated their time and talents […]