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Rokita calls IU vaccination mandate illegal, University says ban does not apply

May 27, 2021 Tom Snape

Indianapolis, IN — Attorney General Todd Rokita says Indiana University’s mandate that students and faculty members must be vaccinated before returning to campus in the fall is against the law because it requires proof of […]

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Laurel school dismissing early due to water main break

May 27, 2021 Tom Snape

Laurel, IN — Laurel Elementary School will dismiss at 11:00 this morning due to a water main break on Main Street. The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office and Laurel Fire Department say there is water on […]

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Governor directs flags to fly at half-staff to honor San Jose victims

May 27, 2021 Tom Snape

Indianapolis, IN —Governor Eric Holcomb is directing flags across the state to be flown at half-staff in honor and remembrance of the victims of the tragedy in San Jose, CA. Per the President’s order, flags […]

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Three county chase ends with arrest near Seymour

May 27, 2021 Tom Snape

Jackson County, IN — Wednesday afternoon, a Louisville, Kentucky woman was arrested on numerous charges after she fled from a traffic stop on I-65 near Seymour, Indiana. The pursuit went through three counties and lasted […]

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Dense fog advisory in effect until 9 this morning

May 27, 2021 Tom Snape

Wilmington, OH — A dense fog advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for Ripley, Franklin, Dearborn and Decatur counties until 9:00 this morning. Visibilities may be reduced to a quarter-mile or less […]

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Area DNR pools and beaches open this weekend, lifeguards needed at pools

May 27, 2021 Tom Snape

Southeastern Indiana — The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) says most public pools at state parks will open this weekend, along with DNR swimming beaches. The pools at Versailles and Clifty Falls state parks […]

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Summer Reading begins next week at Batesville Memorial Public Library

May 27, 2021 Tom Snape

Batesville, IN — The Summer Reading Program begins Tuesday, June 1 at the Batesville Memorial Public Library. Director Kim Porter says the program encourages reading during the summer months by offering incentives. Porter says the […]

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Alleged bank robbery getaway driver charged, suspected robber dies in jail

May 27, 2021 Tom Snape

Lawrenceburg, IN — Charges have been filed against the getaway driver allegedly involved in a Lawrenceburg bank robbery that happened late last month. Dearborn-Ohio County Prosecutor Lynn Deddens says 53-year-old Kimberly Anderson is charged with […]

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Lawmakers asking Governor to prevent IU from requiring COVID-19 vaccines for students, staff

May 26, 2021 Tom Snape

Indianapolis, IN — Several state lawmakers want to prevent Indiana University from requiring students and staff to get the coronavirus vaccine. A letter signed by 19 lawmakers is asking Governor Eric Holcomb to get involved. […]

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Local Y staff members receive special recognition

May 26, 2021 Tom Snape

Batesville, IN — The Southeastern Indiana YMCA Board of Directors and staff recently recognized two staff members with the YMCA S.O.A.R. Award (Service and Outstanding Achievement Recognition). Chief Volunteer Officer (CVO), Eric Benz, presented Angie […]

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Brookville to dedicate and open new pool this weekend

May 26, 2021 Tom Snape

Brookville, IN — The Town of Brookville will dedicate the new Heap/Hofer Aquatic Center on Saturday at 10 am. The pool will open to the public after the ceremony. Pool hours will be Noon until […]

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Grants now available to Decatur County small businesses harmed by COVID-19

May 26, 2021 Tom Snape

Decatur County, IN — Decatur County has received a $250,000 grant from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs to help small businesses that were negatively impacted by COVID-19. The Decatur County COVID-19 Economic […]

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