Articles by Tom Snape

(Batesville, IN) – The second heavy trash collection day of the year in the City of Batesville takes place this Saturday (May 6). Residents are reminded to place items on the curb Friday night to […]

(Greensburg, IN) – Several local organizations were the beneficiaries of this year’s Ag Day Breakfast in Decatur County. Donation recipients were the FFA chapters from all three Decatur County schools (Greensburg, North, and South Decatur), […]

(Brookville, IN) – The Franklin County Government Center Accessibility Entrance will be temporarily closed starting Friday, May 6 at 3 pm through Monday, May 8 for sidewalk reconstruction. Anyone who needs assistance is asked to […]

(Monroe County, IN) – A Westport man was one of two drivers killed in a head-on collision near Bloomington last week. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office says 47-year-old Brian Edward Hersley’s vehicle was struck head-on […]

(Ripley County, IN) – U.S. 50 between County Road 300 West and U.S. 421 west of Versailles was closed for several hours this morning due to a house fire. Authorities say the house was fully […]

(Versailles, IN) – This year’s official Tyson Library Bookmarks are now available, thanks to the creativity of local students ranging from preschool through high school. Tyson Library staff held a reception Tuesday, April 25 for […]

(Greensburg, IN) – Seymour-based JCBank is expanding its footprint in Decatur County and celebrated with a groundbreaking on May 2, 2023 (pictured). The 4,200-square-foot, state-of-the-art banking center will be located at 1035 N. Lincoln Street. […]

(Sunman, IN) – Sunman Utilities customers are invited to dispose of bulky items or yard waste for free on Saturday, May 20. Collections will take place from 9 am until Noon at 313 S. Meridian […]

(Greensburg, IN) – A ribbon cutting was held Tuesday afternoon for the North Decatur Elementary School Innovation Design Studio. The aim of the classroom is to connect students with technology skills to prepare them for […]

(Laurel, IN) – The Town of Laurel is under a Boil Water Advisory for the next 48 hours. It’s not clear if it’s because of a water main break or if contractors installing Franklin County’s […]

(Milan, IN) – Milan American Legion Post #235 recently awarded Safe Passage $14,000 to help with the nonprofit’s crisis response outreach services and fill a significant budget shortfall this year. The Legionnaires, the Sons of […]