Articles by Tom Snape
Local YMCA Receives $500K to Complete Improvements
(Indianapolis, IN) – A local project is receiving a half-million dollars in federal funds for the completion of needed improvements. Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch and the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs on Wednesday […]
Indiana Celebrates National FFA Week
(Indianapolis, IN) – In honor of National FFA Week, the seven Indiana FFA State Officers – including Blaine Wagner from the North Decatur FFA Chapter – and dozens of FFA members, met at the Statehouse […]
Ripley County Park Hop Returns in March
(Ripley County, IN) – From serene waterfalls to lush forests, dynamic bike trails to vibrant skate parks, and inviting lakes to city parks, Ripley County offers a diverse range of outdoor experiences for all. To […]
Breast Cancer Screening Bill Moves to Governor’s Desk
(Statehouse) – A bill sponsored by State Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg) that would improve breast cancer screenings in Indiana passed the Senate Tuesday, February 20. House Enrolled Act 1058 would codify into state law Food […]
EVO-Related Road Closure Set
(Decatur County, IN) – County Road 250 West from Base to Vandalia Road in Decatur County will be shut down starting Thursday, May 30 at 7 p.m. until Monday, June 10 at 5 p.m. The […]
Report: IN Youth Making Progress Despite Challenges
(Statewide) – The newly released 2024 Kids Count Data Book finds the well-being of Indiana youth is better this year than last. More than 1.5 million children live in Indiana, where research showed fewer of […]
UPDATE: Benham Road Reopens
(Ripley County, IN) – Benham Road in Ripley County has reopened to thru traffic. The Ripley County Highway Department says the project between County Road 300 South and 450 South has been completed. Original story […]
Man Convicted of Threatening Attorney and Family
(Lawrenceburg, IN) – Jurors in Dearborn County on Friday, February 16 convicted a Dillsboro man of Intimidation (Level 6 felony) and on a Habitual Offender Sentencing Enhancement. 38-year-old Billy Gene Luke is currently serving time […]
MES Preschool Registration Scheduled
(Milan, IN) – Milan Elementary School’s preschool registration goes live March 1 at 9 a.m. Once the allotment of spaces is filled, prospective enrollees will be placed on a waiting list. In order to be […]
Bill to Allow Dog Retail Sales Passes Senate
(Statehouse) – A bill sponsored by State Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg) that would allow for the retail sale of dogs in Indiana passed the Senate Monday, February 19. House Bill 1412 would restrict and overturn […]
