January 31, 2026
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
WRBI Radio
  • HOME
  • News
    • Local News
    • Delays & Cancellations
    • The Weather Page
    • Police Blotter
    • Hoosier Ag Today
    • National News
    • World News
    • Brownfield Ag News
  • Obituaries
  • Sports
    • Local Sports
    • Sports Schedule
    • Sports Scoreboard
    • Coaches Corner
    • Ballgame Archive Podcasts
    • National & World Sports
    • Cincinnati Reds
  • Community
    • Delays & Cancellations
    • Community Calendar
    • Featured Events
    • Brent’s Blog
    • Birthdays & Anniversaries
    • Lost and Found Pets
      • Report a Lost or Found Pet
    • Government Contacts
    • Garage Sales
  • Country Store
  • Dial-a-Deal
  • The WRBI Pod
    • The Daily Pod
    • The BrentCast
    • Coaches Corner
    • Ballgame Archive Podcasts
    • Managing for Profit (Brownfield)
  • About
    • About WRBI
    • Contact Us
    • WRBI Staff
    • Advertise with Us
    • Employment Opportunities
    • Privacy Policy
    • Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act
    • Public File
    • EEO Report
    • FCC Applications
WRBI Headlines
  • [ January 31, 2026 ] Little Eagles Preschool Registration Opens Next Month Local News
  • [ January 31, 2026 ] Sports Daily Digest January 31, 2026 Local News
  • [ January 30, 2026 ] Semi Overturns on I-74 Local News
  • [ January 30, 2026 ] Primary Filing Deadline Next Friday Election - General
  • [ January 30, 2026 ] Franklin County Phone Scam Reported Local News
  • [ January 30, 2026 ] Y Staff Recognized for Exceptional Service Local News
  • [ January 30, 2026 ] Decatur Co. Receives Recovery Funds Local News
  • [ January 30, 2026 ] BMPL Provides Hub Update Local News
  • [ January 30, 2026 ] SEI READI Unveils Arts, Culture Plan Local News
  • [ January 30, 2026 ] Out-of-State Burglary Ring Suspect Arrested in Franklin County Local News
HomeAuthorsTom Snape

Articles by Tom Snape

Local News

Two longtime Franklin County Sheriff’s Office employees retire

March 12, 2024 Tom Snape

(Brookville, IN) – The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office recently celebrated two longtime employees upon their retirement. Deputy John Roberts called it a career in February after 21 years of service, while Clerk Debbie Combs retired […]

Local News

Batesville DQ Permanently Closed

March 12, 2024 Tom Snape

(Batesville, IN) – It was the end of an era Monday, when the Batesville Dairy Queen served its last Blizzards, burgers and Dilly Bars. Owner David Hermesch has worked there since he was 16 and […]

Local News

Batesville Council Approves Schrader Street Vacation

March 12, 2024 Tom Snape

(Batesville, IN) – Batesville City Council voted unanimously Monday night in favor of an ordinance to vacate Schrader Street. It’s part of the Batesville Memorial Public Library’s plan to build an Arts and Innovation Hub. […]

Police Blotter

Police Blotter 3/11/24

March 12, 2024 Tom Snape
Local News

Sheriff Resigns as Franklin Co. 9-1-1 Director

March 12, 2024 Tom Snape

(Franklin County, IN) – Sheriff Pete Cates has resigned as Franklin County 9-1-1 Director. Cates has been serving dual roles with no salary increase since he was sworn in. This practice started with Cates’ predecessor, […]

Local News

Greensburg Man Arrested on Six Felony Counts

March 12, 2024 Tom Snape

(Columbus, IN) – A Greensburg man was arrested in Columbus on six felony charges after he allegedly pointed a firearm at another person early Sunday morning and later resisted arrest during a traffic stop. Columbus […]

Local News

DCSO Receives More Bank-Related Scam Reports

March 12, 2024 Tom Snape

(Decatur County, IN) – The Decatur County Sheriff’s Office says it’s received more reports of fraud attempts involving financial institutions. Scammers are calling residents and attempting to verify banking information over the phone. Deputies say […]

Local News

Bill to Expand Property Owners’ Rights Moves to Governor

March 11, 2024 Tom Snape

(Statehouse) – A bill authored by State Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg) that would make it easier for property owners to clean their land will now move to the governor’s desk for final approval. Senate Enrolled […]

Local News

Collaboration Allows 6th Graders to Explore Mysteries of Space

March 11, 2024 Tom Snape

(Ripley County, IN) – On February 22 and March 7, sixth-grade students in Ripley County were provided with a unique opportunity to explore the wonders of our galaxy. Thanks to a collaborative effort between Oldenburg […]

Local News

Senior Life Team Member Receives Award

March 11, 2024 Tom Snape

(Greensburg, IN) – Barbara Schwering, Office and Patient Coordinator at Decatur County Memorial Hospital’s (DCMH) Senior Life Solutions, has been named the 2023 Office and Patient Coordinator of the Year by Psychiatric Medical Care (PMC), […]

Local News

Batesville Makes History with Sweep at State Archery Competition

March 11, 2024 Tom Snape

(Batesville)  Congratulations are due some sharp-eyed young people in all grades– high school, middle school, and elementary– in Batesville. Local boys and girls coached by Mike Weiler took top honors at Indiana’s statewide National Archery […]

Local News

Governor’s Next Level Agenda Receives Legislative Support

March 11, 2024 Tom Snape

(Indianapolis, IN) – Governor Eric Holcomb is commending the Indiana General Assembly for prioritizing his key agenda items during the legislative session, which concluded late Friday night. “I laid out a significant agenda that will […]

Posts pagination

« 1 … 417 418 419 … 881 »

What’s Happening at WRBI

  • Wine and Dine YOUR Valentine!
    January 30, 2026
  • Delays & Cancellations
    January 22, 2026
  • Fish Fry Focus
    January 20, 2026
  • Auction for the Arts
    January 16, 2026
  • The Movin’ Out Band at The Gibson Theatre
    January 5, 2026
  • Check out Brent’s Blog!
    November 13, 2025
  • PACERS on 103.9 FM
    November 2, 2025

Subscribe to Our Feeds

  • Local News
  • Local Sports
  • Obituaries
WRBI Radio

133 S. Main Street, Batesville, IN 47006
812-934-5111 | Contact Us
Decatur County Toll Free 812-222-8000

Stay connected
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
Local News
  • Little Eagles Preschool Registration Opens Next Month
    January 31, 2026
  • Sports Daily Digest January 31, 2026
    January 31, 2026
  • Semi Overturns on I-74
    January 30, 2026
  • Primary Filing Deadline Next Friday
    January 30, 2026
  • Franklin County Phone Scam Reported
    January 30, 2026
Obituaries
  • Larry Webster
    January 30, 2026
  • Geraldine “Geri” I. Richards, age 99, Harrison
    January 30, 2026
  • August John “Augie” Lamping
    January 28, 2026
  • Gary Wayne Marksberry, 85, Moores Hill
    January 28, 2026
  • Arvilla Rose Bozell, 98 of Columbus
    January 28, 2026
Local Sports
  • Sports Daily Digest January 31, 2026
    January 31, 2026
  • IndyCar to Race in D.C.
    January 31, 2026
  • Spartans’ Defense Smothers Raiders
    January 30, 2026
  • Raiders Clinch Share
    January 30, 2026
  • Milan Boys Swimming Wins Tri-Meet
    January 30, 2026

Copyright © Leeson Media LLC. All rights reserved. Web Development by World Wide Web Worx