Articles by Tom Snape

(Batesville, IN) – Business owners and others with downtown interests packed Batesville City Council chambers this week to give their thoughts on a pair of connected resolutions. During a public hearing, council was required to […]

(Aurora, IN) – The South Dearborn School Board has voted 6-1 to close Manchester Elementary School. Rising operating costs and declining enrollment were among the primary reasons listed for shuttering the school. The move is […]

(Franklin County, IN) – A Franklin County Middle School student is facing disciplinary action for reportedly being in possession of a pocket knife on a transfer bus at Mt. Carmel Elementary on Wednesday. Superintendent Dustin […]

(Greensburg, IN) – At Decatur County Memorial Hospital (DCMH), the connection between team members and the community runs deep, and for one nurse, that bond has flourished into something truly special. Not only was Susan […]

(Statehouse) – A bill authored by State Rep. Alex Zimmerman (R-North Vernon) enhancing criminal penalties for unlicensed drivers now moves to the governor’s desk for consideration. Zimmerman said House Enrolled Act 1114 would add two […]

(Indianapolis, IN) – Planting season is quickly approaching for Indiana’s 94,000 farmers. With the warm weather and sunshine, Hoosier motorists will also see more large slow-moving farm equipment traveling Indiana’s rural roads and highways. The […]

(Holton, IN) – The Holton Water Corporation has lifted the Boil Advisory that was put in place late last week. The advisory was issued on Friday for certain customers because of a water main extension […]

(Milan, IN) – Four Milan High School seniors are the recipients of the 2025 Mortara Family Grant. Alexandra Getz, Lucas Drew, Nathan Voss, Anna Herzog were awarded this year’s scholarship. The Mortara Family Grant is […]

(Ripley County, IN) – Each year, national nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) recognizes top sponsorship groups for excellence in serving their local community while helping to share the yearlong mission to Remember, Honor and Teach. […]