Local News

Indianapolis, In. — A bill authored by Republican state senator from Oldenburg Jean Leising that would help address an animal importation issue facing Indiana passed the Senate Committee on Agriculture unanimously. Senate Bill 533 would require a person who transfers […]

Indianapolis, In. — Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb announced the State of Indiana will award $750,000 in grants to support local coalitions across the state in their efforts to combat the drug crisis. “As we continue to attack […]

Friendship, In. — The Friendship State Bank is looking to grow its team and is currently hiring for a Lead Data Processor position. This position is full-time with benefits. Review the full job description and apply online […]

Batesville, In. — The 2019 “Cherry-Thing-A-Ling” numbers are in and the folks at Schmidt’s Bakery set another record. This year, 145,440 of the sweet treats were sold amounting to 12,120 dozens.  In 2018 118,910 or more than […]

Versailles, In. —Entering his 21st year as Ripley County prosecutor Ric Hertel is sending a clear message to those who peddle drugs with his recent actions. Hertel said, “In my experience of prosecuting and trying drug […]

Batesville, In. — Mayor Mike Bettice will present his State of the City Address on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. at the Batesville Middle School Commons, 201 N. Mulberry Street, Batesville. This informative meeting will review […]

Franklin County, In.— A Saturday evening crash in Franklin County claimed the life of a Brookville man. A report from the sheriff’s department says a pickup truck driven by John Graydon Richards II, 52, of Cincinnati, […]

Indianapolis, In. — Working in public safety is a strenuous, and oftentimes, difficult job. The men and women who put themselves in danger to keep our communities safe should not go unnoticed, and their physical and mental […]

Indianapolis, In. — The Indiana Department of Homeland Security encourages Hoosiers to take the time to learn more about the effects of radiation and its safety implications as part of Radiation Awareness Week. “Most people are unaware […]

Indianapolis, In. — Republican state senator Jean Leising from Oldenburg recently met with clients of New Horizons Rehabilitation, a grassroots, nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the positive personal journeys for people living with disabilities, at the Indiana […]

Brookville, In. — The Southeastern Indiana Rural Electric Cooperative has made a $1,000 grant to the Watch Center and Franklin County Extension Homemakers. The Watch Center will use their portion of the funds for a new Nature […]

Brookville, In. — The application period for scholarships from the Franklin County Community Foundation is now open. Online applications must be received by February 28, 2019. Get more information online here.