Articles by Tom Snape

(Statewide) – Chilly temperatures in Indiana mean turning up the thermostat at home, which can pose challenges for families on a tight budget. Indiana’s Energy Assistance Program provides a one-time annual amount to approved households […]

(Indianapolis, IN) – Governor Eric Holcomb is directing flags to be flown at half-staff today (Tuesday, December 19) in honor of retired U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, who passed away on December […]

(Statehouse) – State Rep. Randy Lyness (R-West Harrison) today announced his plans to retire from the legislature after serving eight years in the Indiana House of Representatives. Lyness said he intends to serve out his […]

(Indianapolis, IN) – As tax season approaches, Hoosier National Guardsmen, which number approximately 12,000 troops, will no longer pay state income tax starting with their 2023 tax returns. In April, the Indiana legislature passed the […]

(Nashville, TN) – Congratulations to Milan native and musician Rachel Holt. She signed a recording contract last week with Baste Records in Nashville. “I’m so grateful for this opportunity and I can’t wait to see […]

(Versailles, IN) – Ninth District Congresswoman Erin Houchin (R-IN) paid a visit to South Ripley Schools Friday afternoon. While at the elementary school, Rep. Houchin visited two STEM classrooms, got to see a Science of […]

(Versailles, IN) – The Indiana State Police-Versailles Post District has a new K-9 ready to hit the roads. The agency says Master Trooper Jason Hankins and his four-legged partner Oswald have graduated from the 14th […]

(Decatur County, IN) – Police, fire and emergency management officials in Decatur County are urging residents to sign up for the CodeRed public notification message system. It’s the same one that’s used in neighboring Ripley […]

(Franklin County, IN) – Firefighters from Metamora and Laurel were dispatched early Saturday morning around 12:35 to the 11,000 block of Tuggle Road after several vehicles were reported to be on fire. A caller to […]