Articles by Tom Snape

(Millhousen, IN) – The Decatur County Democratic Party is looking to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Millhousen Clerk-Treasurer Michael W. Shook on Tuesday. The Clerk-Treasurer is responsible for various administrative and financial […]

(Indianapolis, IN) – The State of Indiana’s unemployment rate in January stands at 3.5%, according to the Indiana Department of Workforce Development. By comparison, the national unemployment rate for January stands at 3.7%. In addition, […]

(Ripley County, IN) – On April 23rd the Ripley County Community Foundation’s initiative, The Women’s Giving Circle, will host a luncheon to celebrate philanthropy and support programs focused on issues which predominately impact women and […]

(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 […]

(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 […]

(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. […]

(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, […]

(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 […]

(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 […]