Local News

Batesville, IN — Batesville Mayor Mike Bettice has delivered his annual Christmas greeting to the community. “As we begin to wish each other a Merry Christmas, let us remember all the good things that we […]

Franklin County, IN — Early this morning, Detectives from the Indiana State Police-Versailles Post began investigating an officer involved shooting that occurred in rural Franklin County, Indiana. The initial investigation indicated the incident began shortly […]

Franklin County, IN — An overnight officer-involved shooting is under investigation in Franklin County. Indiana State Police say a Franklin County Sheriff’s deputy and a suspect were both shot around 12:30 am on State Road […]

Versailles, IN — The South Ripley School Board recently honored four outgoing members. Andy Miller, Danielle McGee, Tim Taylor, and Robert Garcia were each presented plaques as a thank you for their years of service. […]

Batesville, IN — Batesville firefighters were called to the 9000 block of North State Road 129 Thursday morning for a structure fire. Crews arriving on the scene found a detached garage that was fully engulfed. […]

Statehouse — Local lawmakers are inviting constituents to complete their online issues surveys. Senator Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg), State Representatives Randy Frye (R-Greensburg), Jennifer Meltzer (R-Shelbyville), and Lindsay Patterson (R-Brookville) want to hear from residents before the […]

Batesville, IN — Due to weather advisories and for the safety of our patients, the following Margaret Mary Health facilities will be closed Friday, December 23: Margaret Mary Physician Center Margaret Mary Outpatient and Cancer […]

Batesville, IN — Due to inclement weather and hazardous road conditions, Rumpke will not provide trash or recycling pick-up for Friday, December 23. Pick-up service for the week of December 26 will be normal. On […]

Southeastern IN — Right on cue, it seems, the rain last night turned over to snow and combined with below-zero temperatures, travel difficulties and some power outages have occurred. Franklin County was placed under a […]

Greensburg, IN — Due to the winter storm, Decatur County Memorial Hospital is closing some offices on Friday, December 23. These include the following: · DCMH Outpatient clinic; · DCMH Women’s Care/General Surgery; · Decatur […]

Milan/Osgood, IN — A pair of local school boards recently recognized departing members and staff. Larry Eaton was thanked by the Milan School Board for his years of service as school attorney and received a […]

Versailles, IN — State Rep. Randy Frye (R-Greensburg) recognized the retiring Ginger Bradford Wednesday for her long career in Ripley County government. The ceremony took place in the lobby of the Ripley County Courthouse Annex […]