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Crash knocks out power in Decatur County

April 12, 2018 Annie Nunley

Decatur County, In. — A Wednesday morning crash on West Base Road in Decatur County left about 75 people without power. Information from the Decatur County REMC says a semi-truck drove off the side of the road […]

Brookville resident injured in Wednesday morning rollover crash

April 12, 2018 Annie Nunley

Franklin County, In. — A Brookville resident was flown to University of Cincinnati Hospital following a Wednesday morning crash on St. Mary’s Road. A report from the sheriff’s department says a vehicle driven by Douglas Flaspohler, 60, […]

Aurora Walmart set for renovations, service upgrades

April 12, 2018 Annie Nunley

Aurora, In. — Walmart has announced plans to spend an estimated $24 million over the next year in Indiana through the remodeling of seven stores as well as the rollout of several in-store and online innovations designed […]

Greensburg/Decatur County Chamber of Commerce annual Future in Farming Ag Dinner planned

April 12, 2018 Annie Nunley

Greensburg, in. — The Greensburg/Decatur County Chamber of Commerce annual Future in Farming Ag dinner will be held Thursday, April 19, at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Greensburg. The event will feature the newly appointed Director […]

Speakers encourage women to consider public service

April 12, 2018 Annie Nunley

Indianapolis, In. — The theme at the 28th Annual Lugar Series Luncheon on Monday was encouraging women to get involved in public service. “Run. Run, run, run. We absolutely need women at all levels of government to step […]

St. Louis names 3rd Quarter Honor Roll students

April 12, 2018 Annie Nunley

Batesville, In. — St. Louis School in Batesville has released the 3rd Quarter Honor Roll students, Congratulations! 4th Grade: First Honors: Leo Canessa, Amaia Fullenkamp, Ben Greiwe, Sophia Hohenstein, Ashley Hunter, Jaiden Kuria, Bridget Lohmueller, Olivia Meer, Meg […]

North Vernon officials close public pool for 2018

April 12, 2018 Annie Nunley

North Vernon, In. — The municipal pool in North Vernon will not open this year after a unanimous vote by city council. An inspection following the 2017 revealed almost $35,00 of repairs needed to the liner […]

Local high schoolers score in competition

April 12, 2018 Annie Nunley

Columbus, In. — Brown County High School beat out competitors from 8 area high schools to win the 2018 Boiler Tech Challenge, “Purdue Polytechnic ENGINEERS Infinity War”, at Purdue Polytechnic Columbus on April 6, 2018. Top finishers […]

One injured in Ripley County crash Tuesday

April 11, 2018 Annie Nunley

Ripley County, In. — A Tuesday morning crash in Ripley County caused minor injuries to one motorist and restricted U.S. 50 at Michigan Road for about one hour. A report from the sheriff’s department says a car […]

Road debris ordinance eyed in Franklin County

April 11, 2018 Annie Nunley

Brookville, In. — A report from the Franklin County Observer says officials want to implement a new ordinance that would make it illegal for farmers and contractors to leave mud or debris on local roadways. The issue was […]

Batesville residents bring flood concerns to city council

April 11, 2018 Annie Nunley

Batesville, In.— Batesville residents battling flooding issues in recently constructed subdivision approached city council members for help Monday night. The homes are primarily located in the Abbey Lane area north of I-74 and were built in […]

Franklin County Auditor transforms to better comply

April 11, 2018 Annie Nunley

Brookville, In. — A report from the Franklin County Observer says new Franklin County Auditor has made changes to help the county comply with state regulations. Since January 2017, Bauman has been presenting claims for payment of […]