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Indianapolis, Ind. — The 88th Annual Indiana FFA convention begins next week in West Lafayette on the campus of Purdue University June 19 through 22.

Two groups awarded Belterra grants

Batesville, Ind. — Batesville city council awarded Belterra Casino grants to Safe Passage and the Rural Alliance for the Arts.

Safe Passage will use the $12,000 grant for an exterior painting and sealing project.

Boil order issued in Milan

Milan, Ind. — The Town of Milan has issued a boil advisory until further notice.

AG Hill files judgement against former Lawrenceburg official

Indianapolis, Ind. — Indiana Attorney General Curtis Hill has filed a complaint against former Lawrenceburg deputy clerk treasurer, Theresa Bruening for $252,131.35.

One killed in Franklin County motorcycle crash

Franklin County, Ind. — The Indiana State Police say a motorcyclist was killed in a Franklin County crash Sunday at 4:45 p.m.

Reports indicate a motorcycle driven by Robert Tillison, 53, of Milroy was

Pilot treatment program in Dearborn County lauded by officials

Lawrenceburg, Ind. — Officials say a Jail Chemical Addiction Program (JCAP) in Dearborn County is instrumental in helping inmates get much needed treatment.

Indiana attorney general says the Dearborn County program is one of only

Pedestrian killed in North Vernon accident

June 11, 2017 Annie Nunley

North Vernon, Ind. — The Jennings County Sheriff’s Department says a North Vernon pedestrian was killed in a Friday accident

At 2:41 p.m. Steve R.

Ripley County Republicans meet for Lincoln Day Dinner

June 11, 2017 Annie Nunley

Batesville, Ind. — Saturday evening about 75 elected officials, candidates and republicans gathered at the Knights of Columbus building in Batesville for the annual Lincoln Day Dinner.

Public meeting planned for proposed U.S. 50 work

Dillsboro, Ind. — The Indiana Department of Transportation will host a public meeting regarding a planned project on U.S.

INDOT plans chip and seal operations on State Road 46 in Dearborn County next week

Dearborn County, Ind. — The Indiana Department of Transportation has announced plans to begin chip and seal operations on State Road 46 in Dearborn County Monday, June 12.

Street improvements underway in Greensburg

Greensburg, Ind. — There are two road improvement projects underway in the city of Greensburg.

The Indiana Department of Transportation says U.S.

Report: Brother of VP could consider running in the 6th district

Photo courtesy of Bartholomew County

Indianapolis, Ind. — A report from the Indianapolis Star says brother of Vice President Mike Pence, Greg Pence could be considering a run for congress.

Pence entered politics earlier