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EPA approves ‘Weaponized Mosquitoes’ for Indiana, 19 other states

November 9, 2017 Annie Nunley

Batesville, In. — Indiana is now one of 20 states in the country that the Environmental Protection Agency has approved the use of “Weaponized Mosquitoes.” Lexington, Kentucky-based MosquitoMate® received approval for the insects infected with a biopesticide […]

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Food Growers Association announces ‘Holiday Gathering’

November 9, 2017 Annie Nunley

Batesville, In. — The Food and Grower Association’s Holiday Gathering will be held Tuesday, November 14 at Kathy and Ted Cooley’s Alpine Berry Farm at 5:45 p.m. The farm is located at 26191 Pocket Road in Batesville. […]

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Indiana BMV announces Veteran’s Day closures

November 9, 2017 Annie Nunley

Batesville, In. — In observance of Veteran’s Day all offices and branches of the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles will be closed Saturday, November 11 and Monday, November 13. For a complete list of locations or to […]

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Elevated charges becoming more common in fatal overdose cases

November 9, 2017 Annie Nunley

Batesville, In. — While Nathaniel Walmsley, 36, and James Alvin (Al) Trimnell wait at the Ripley County Jail for their initial court hearing for murder in connection with the overdose death of Rachel Walmsley in July of […]

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Landmark murder charges filed in Batesville overdose case

November 8, 2017 Annie Nunley

  Batesville, In. — Ripley County prosecutor Ric Hertel has filled felony murder charges in connection with the overdose of Batesville resident, Rachel Walmsley, 36, in July of 2017. Her husband, Nathaniel Walmsley and James Alvin Trimnell […]

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Batesville 2017 street overlay program details released

November 8, 2017 Annie Nunley

Batesville, In. —  The following streets are part of the 2017 Batesville street overlay program: Indiana Avenue from Pearl Street to the end Olive Street from Park Avenue to Depot Street Hillcrest Avenue from Walnut Street to […]

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Traffic restrictions on U.S. 52 in Franklin County planned

November 8, 2017 Annie Nunley

Franklin County, In. — The Indiana Department of Transportation is scheduled to begin slide stabilization efforts on Monday, November 13 on U.S. 52 in Franklin County. For the next four weeks traffic restrictions are expected between Cedar […]

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Indiana AG urges caution when seeking storm damage repairs

November 8, 2017 Annie Nunley

Indianapolis, In. — Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill is advising residents to approach storm damage repairs with caution. Be vigilant when selecting workers or companies to restore damage caused by recent storms. Hill has launched “Double […]

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Jennings County factory announces expansion

November 8, 2017 Annie Nunley

Jennings County, In. — Decatur Plastic Products has announced an expansion in Jennings County that will create 40 new jobs by 2019. “Geographically, Indiana is a great location with access to multiple major metropolitan areas and shipping […]

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Oldenburg earns ‘Silver Status’ in education effort

November 8, 2017 Annie Nunley

Oldenburg, In. — Oldenburg Academy has been awarded “Silver Status” for their performance in the Dual Credit program. During the 2015-16 school year 64 percent of students earned at least one college credit hour. Dual-credit courses provide […]

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Batesville High School recognized for ‘Dual Credit’ performance

November 8, 2017 Annie Nunley

  Batesville, In. — Batesville High School has been awarded “Silver Status” for their performance in the Dual Credit program. During the 2015-16 school year 52 percent of students earned at least one college credit hour. Dual-credit […]

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Baylor Trucking sponsors ‘Wreaths Across America’

November 7, 2017 Annie Nunley

Milan, In. — Baylor Trucking will hold “Wreathes Across America” on Wednesday, December 13 at 6 p.m. The event will be held at the Baylor Trucking Terminal building in Milan on State Road 48. The nationwide event […]

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