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In Memoriam: Todd Benzinger

October 22, 2026 Tom Snape

Former Cincinnati Reds first baseman and 1990 World Series champion Todd Benzinger passed away Wednesday at the age of 63. The ballclub did not release a cause of death. Benzinger played with the Reds for […]

WRBI, 5 Oaks ‘Biggest Bloomer’ Returns

October 22, 2026 Tom Snape

(Batesville, IN) – WRBI and 5 Oaks Garden Center in Batesville teamed up for the “Return of the Biggest Bloomer” Giant Veggie Contest. It was the first year the contest happened under 5 Oaks’ new […]

Chronic Absenteeism Down Fourth Straight Year

October 22, 2026 Tom Snape

(Indianapolis, IN) – The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) says Hoosier K-12 chronic absenteeism rates continue to decline. For the fourth consecutive year, chronic absenteeism rates continue to move in a positive direction statewide, improving […]

EC Competes at National FFA Convention

October 22, 2026 Tom Snape

(St. Leon, IN) – The East Central FFA Chapter is representing Indiana at the National FFA Nursery/Landscape Career Development Event taking place at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis. The convention is taking place at […]

‘Operation Rusty Cherub’ Nets Arrests

October 22, 2026 Tom Snape

(Southeastern IN) – A multi-state warrant sweep named “Operation Rusty Cherub” netted 13 arrests early Wednesday morning. Indiana State Police say the arrests stemmed from a July 4th altercation during the Madison Regatta involving members […]

Sports Daily Digest October 22, 2026

October 22, 2026 Tom Snape

The Indiana Pacers got past the New Orleans Pelicans 123-120 in a thrilling NBA regular season opener in Louisiana heard last night on the Sports Voice. The Pacers’ Paskal Siakam tossed in a game-high 30 […]

Five Named Lilly Scholarship Finalists

October 21, 2026 Brent Lee

(Batesville, IN) — Five Ripley County high school seniors have been named finalists for the 2027 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship, which covers four years of college tuition. The Ripley County Community Foundation announced the finalists […]

Honda Grant Supports Digital Pathway

October 21, 2026 Tom Snape

(Batesville, IN) – The Batesville Community School Corporation (BCSC) is the recipient of a $35,221.23 grant from Honda to support the digital design learning pathway at Batesville High School (BHS). This funding will help advance […]

Young Reminds Survivors of Deadline

October 21, 2026 Tom Snape

(Washington, D.C.) – Sen. Todd Young (R-IN) is out with an important reminder. Sen. Young says the deadline for Hoosier families impacted by severe weather and flooding in August to apply for federal aid is […]

More Local Reimbursements Approved

October 21, 2026 Tom Snape

(Statewide) – Indiana counties, cities and towns will continue to receive roadway funding after the State Board of Finance approved the next round of gas tax holiday reimbursements on Tuesday. This is the fourth reimbursement […]

MMH to Host Walk to Remember

October 21, 2026 Tom Snape

(Batesville, IN) – Margaret Mary Health is inviting families who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss to join the Walk to Remember on Saturday, October 31 at 9 a.m. The walk will take place in […]

Decatur Co Hires Highway Superintendent

October 21, 2026 Tom Snape

(Greensburg, IN) – Decatur County has a new Highway Superintendent. Tim Ortman was introduced at this week’s county commissioners’ meeting. Ortman was selected for the position from a field of several candidates.