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IDH reports over 5,600 new COVID-19 cases, 27 deaths Thursday

December 3, 2021 Tom Snape

STATEWIDE — The Indiana Department of Health on Thursday reported 5,653 new cases of COVID-19 and 27 deaths across the state. Locally, Ripley County had 28 new cases; Dearborn County reported 23 cases; Decatur County […]

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Holman appointed to FC School Board to fill vacancy created by Moore’s passing

December 3, 2021 Tom Snape

FRANKLIN COUNTY, IN — The Franklin County School Board this week approved the appointment of Kati Holman as the District 3 representative. District 3 is comprised of Brookville Township, Precincts 1, 2, and 3; Butler […]

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Leising: Applications available for Indiana Senate Page Program

December 3, 2021 Tom Snape

STATEHOUSE — The Indiana Senate is now accepting applications for the 2022 Senate Page Program, said State Sen. Jean Leising (R-Oldenburg). Through the full-day program, students in grades six through 12 can tour Indiana’s Statehouse, […]

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Batesville Sky – Winter Wonder open now through late February

December 2, 2021 Tom Snape

BATESVILLE, IN — The switch was flipped Wednesday evening on the Batesville Sky – Winter Wonder light display in downtown Batesville. The winter-themed display is hanging from the structure used earlier this year for the Umbrella […]

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Last minute tickets for Big 10 championship game expected to be pricey

December 2, 2021 Tom Snape

INDIANAPOLIS, IN — If you’re planning to go to the Big 10 football championship game Saturday night at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis (pictured) but don’t have a ticket, be prepared to shell out some […]

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Nearly 6,200 new COVID-19 cases reported across the state Wednesday

December 2, 2021 Tom Snape

STATEWIDE — The Indiana Department of Health on Wednesday reported 6,164 new cases of the coronavirus across the state. That’s the highest one-day total since January. Both Franklin and Decatur counties moved to Red on […]

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Felony Neglect charges filed against dad in Emma Sweet’s death

December 2, 2021 Tom Snape

BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY, IN — A Columbus dad is being held on a $1.2 million bond after he allegedly drove into the White River last week, killing his two-year-old daughter. A felony count of Neglect of […]

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MMH sees slight increase in COVID-19 patient volumes

December 2, 2021 Tom Snape

BATESVILLE, IN — Margaret Mary Health (MMH) officials say the hospital is beginning to see COVID-19 patient volumes increase slightly again from what was experienced the first several weeks of November. Many of the Indianapolis […]

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Benefit meal for Bryant family prior to Saturday’s Chargers, Raiders boys game

December 2, 2021 Annie Nunley

The South Ripley and North Decatur athletic departments announced they are co-sponsoring a benefit meal prior to the Chargers versus Raiders boys basketball game this Saturday (December 4) at South Ripley.  All proceeds from the […]

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Governor signs COVID-19 Executive Orders to continue public health emergency

December 1, 2021 Tom Snape

INDIANAPOLIS, IN — The State of Indiana’s public health emergency has been extended for another 30 days after Governor Eric Holcomb today signed Executive Orders 21-31 and 21-32 to continue the public health emergency and […]

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More than $330K available in winter energy bill aid from Duke Energy Indiana

December 1, 2021 Tom Snape

PLAINFIELD, IN – Duke Energy Indiana has dedicated more than $330,000 in financial assistance to customers who are struggling to pay their electric bills this winter. The funds come from Duke Energy contributions and customer […]

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INDOT reminds residents to reinforce mailboxes before winter weather arrives

December 1, 2021 Tom Snape

STATEWIDE — The Indiana Department of Transportation is urging residents along state roads and U.S. highways to prepare their mailboxes prior to the start of winter weather. Snow and ice removal is INDOT’s top priority […]

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