NOTE: The information posted below is updated as we receive weather-related and COVID-19 closings, delays, and postponements. School corporations left blank have not made any announcements regarding schedule changes.
COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus) UPDATES ARE POSTED BELOW.
Green indicates the newest cancellations/delays/postponements.
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Area County Travel Status is available HERE.
All public schools in Indiana closed until May 1st. State testing canceled. E-Learning days and Waiver days will be used.
Indiana Primary Election Day rescheduled for June 2.
Area hospitals are requesting that community members sew masks for medical professionals. Can be delivered to local medical facilities, or given to Claudia Miller for distribution. Contact Claudia at 812-655-1109 or cmiller8109@gmail.com.
Schools
Ripley County
Batesville Schools (St. Louis) – Will have E-Learning days March 16-19. Spring Break March 20-29. Classes resume on May 1.
Ivy Tech Community College (Southeastern Campus-Batesville and Lawrenceburg) – All buildings closed until further notice. The College will continue to operate and deliver instruction wherever possible virtually as previously announced. With the closure of its buildings, additional services to students will now also be provided virtually including advising, testing, financial aid and business office operations. The College will be providing various ways for students to stay connected to the College while it operates virtually and has shared the following list of ways in a message to all of its students. Check www.ivytech.edu/covid-19 to find answers to frequently asked questions about the ongoing response to COVID-19 and for campus specific e-mail addresses you can use to get assistance. Stay connected on IvyLearn, Check MyIvy, Contact your instructor, Contact your advisor. Call 1-888-IVY-LINE, Visit www.ivytech.edu/chat.
Jac-Cen-Del Schools – No practices during break. Classes resume on May 1.
Milan Schools – Spring Break March 20-29. Classes resume on May 1.
Southeastern Career Center – Closed indefinitely.
South Ripley Schools – Classes resume on May 1.
Sunman-Dearborn Schools (St. Nicholas) – Spring Break March 18-27. Classes resume on May 1.
Decatur County
Decatur County Schools (North & South) – Meals for students will be passed out on MONDAYS ONLY. Families will be given meals for the entire week. Bring a small cooler for milk. Children should be present. Anyone is able to pick up meals for families in need. email cdevries@decaturco.k12.in.us fowr info. All April field trips canceled. All April after school activities canceled. Closed to the public. All extra-curricular events and practices are canceled until further notice. Student devices can be picked up Monday, March 23rd. Classes resume on May 1.
Good Shepherd Christian Academy – E-Learning will begin March 27th. Classes resume on May 1.
Greensburg Schools (St. Mary’s) – All school buildings and facilities will be closed to the public. All extra-curricular practices and activities are postponed or canceled until further notice. Classes resume on May 1.
Franklin County
Franklin County Schools (St. Michael’s) – March 23-27 Spring Break. Kindergarten registration will not take place on April 2-3, 2020. New dates will be announced soon. Classes resume on May 1.
Oldenburg Academy – Spring Break: March 19-27. eLearning and Waiver Days will be utilized. All on-campus events will be canceled for the month of April. Classes will resume on Monday, May 4, 2020.
Dearborn County
Ivy Tech Community College (Lawrenceburg Campus) – Delaying current courses and the start of new 8-week courses until March 23 at which time the College will move to delivering all courses virtually. The College plans to deliver courses virtually through April 5, initially.
Lawrenceburg Schools (St. Lawrence) – Classes resume on May 1. .
South Dearborn Schools (St. John’s and St. Mary’s) – All schools will remain closed. Will be using a combination of eLearning days and waiver days for the rest of the school year. Will have more details when available.
Sunman-Dearborn Schools (St. Nicholas) – Spring Break March 18-27. Classes resume on May 1.
Fayette County
Fayette County Schools – Classes resume on May 1.
Jefferson County
Canaan Community Academy – Classes resume on May 1.
Ivy Tech Community College (Madison Campus) – All buildings closed until further notice. The College will continue to operate and deliver instruction wherever possible virtually as previously announced. With the closure of its buildings additional services to students will now also be provided virtually including advising, testing, financial aid and business office operations. The College will be providing various ways for students to stay connected to the College while it operates virtually and has shared the following list of ways in a message to all of its students. Check www.ivytech.edu/covid-19 to find answers to frequently asked questions about the ongoing response to COVID-19 and for campus specific e-mail addresses you can use to get assistance. Stay connected on IvyLearn, Check MyIvy, Contact your instructor, Contact your advisor. Call 1-888-IVY-LINE, Visit www.ivytech.edu/chat.
Madison Consolidated Schools – Classes resume on May 1.
Jennings County
Jennings County Schools – Spring Break will be as scheduled. Classes resume on May 1.
Ohio County
Rising Sun-Ohio County Schools – Classes resume on May 1.
Rush County
Rush County Schools – Classes resume on May 1.
Shelby County
Shelby Eastern Schools – Classes resume on May 1.
Switzerland County
Switzerland County Schools – Classes resume on May 1.
Union County
Union County/College Corner – Spring Break March 18-27. Classes resume on May 1.
Preschools/Daycare
St. Anthony’s Preschool –
ABC Preschool –
Jackson Street Kids Academy –
Little Cherubs Christian Preschool –
Ms. Sarah’s Schoolhouse –
New Life Early Learning and Care –
Kreative Kids Learning Center –
Little Blessings Christian Preschool –
Rainforest Academy –
Decatur County YMCA Preschool –
Southeastern Indiana YMCA Learning Center –
Children of Hope Christian Preschool in Holton —
The Head Start Program at the Greensburg Community Learning Center – Closed through March 27. Please contact the Head Start office for additional information. 812-663-4450.
Businesses
Decatur County
The Decatur County Board of Commissioners, the executive body of county government, issued an Emergency Ordinance – Declaring a two-week period during which all non-essential businesses should close.
Greensburg Decatur County Chamber of Commerce – Postponed the Future in Farming Ag Breakfast and the Starting or Expanding Your Business event.
Decatur County Courthouse – CLOSED to public in-person interaction until April 6th. The clerk’s office will have someone available to take your call during normal business hours. Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM until we are advised otherwise
City of Greensburg – City Hall will have no outside, face-to-face public interactions in the Water Utilities Office, the Clerk-Treasurer Office and the Main Entrance (Front Desk) of City Hall. Signs will be posted, and doors will be locked during normal business hours. Please call or email.
Decatur County Community Foundation office-Closed until further notice. Postponed the ag event.
Decatur County Family YMCA– Suspended adult and youth program through April 5th
Decatur County Rural Water office—Closed to the public. Please call or pay your bill online.
Decatur County Purdue Extension office–Closed to the public. Please call 812-663-8388 for any needs.
Gilliland-Howe Funeral Home, Bass and Gasper Funeral Home, and Port Oliger Pearson Funeral Home – Based on CDC directives: no public visitation, families will be responsible for inviting funeral attendees under 50 people and the funeral homes will be available by appointment to meet the needs of families and loved ones.
Wolf Theatre – Will close temporarily for 6-12 weeks. Will offer drive-by popcorn sales on certain nights. Check Facebook for those updated details.
Maddux Moving Storage & Auction – No auction March 26. Tentatively next auction will be April 2. Office will remain open from 8-5 Monday through Friday. Moving services will continue as well.
Decatur County REMC-Office is closed to the public until further notice. Bills can be paid by smarthub, phone, mail, or the night deposit box. Also penalties and disconnections have been suspended through the end of March.
Little Frogs and Fairies-NEW HOURS Noon to 4 or by appointment. If you would like to come outside those hours please email me at littlefrogsandfairies@gmail.com or send me a message through Facebook
Catch-A-Ride -Will NOT be transporting in Decatur County until further notice. At this time we will continue to operate in the following counties: Dearborn, Ripley, Ohio, Jefferson, Switzerland.
Franklin County
Oldenburg Earth Day Celebration – originally scheduled for April 19th is canceled.
Town of Oldenburg – Council Meeting for April 6 canceled.
Franklin County Government Center and Courthouse – buildings to the public effective the close of business on March 23. The individual offices are responsible for maintaining the business of their office for the county. A drop box has been placed outside of the Government Center to leave paperwork or mail for government offices. Citizens are encouraged to conduct business via telephone or electronic means.
Franklin County Tourism – Tourism Office closed for the next two weeks or more, if anyone wants to contact Mikel please email her; info@franklincountyin.com or call toll free to 866-647-6555. Or like here on Facebook
Greensburg Decatur County Animal Shelter – Closed to the public until further notice.
Ripley County
Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce – Both the Lunch and Learn Scheduled for March 31st and the 100-Year Celebration Scheduled in April are being postponed until later in the Fall.
City of Batesville – At the Memorial Building, public access will be limited to just the vestibule where citizens can contact the police department. Access to the offices of Building Department, Clerk-Treasurer, City Court and Mayor’s Office will be closed to in-person visits until further notice. Feel free to contact any City department by phone which is listed below. The City of Batesville will accept utility payments made online or by drop box which is located at the Water & Gas Department. For additional inquiries and for cash option please contact Water & Gas at the phone number listed below. No utility services will be disconnected for non-payments during the timeframe of these policy changes.
Twice Blessed Resale Shop – Closed until further notice
Ripley County Health Department–Closed to the public until further notice. Staff will continue to work regular business hours and can be reached by phone or email at 812.689.5751. Visit them online at ripleyhealth.com or on Facebook.
The Ripley County Health Department – Announced the closing of all salons in the county until further notice.
Southeastern Indiana YMCA- Closed thru April 6. This includes the closure of 24 hour access at this time. All aspects of our operation will be reassessed regularly and will change as we are able. The YMCA Learning Center will remain open at this time through the guidance of the Indiana State Board of Health and Family and Social Services Association.
Anytime Fitness- Closed until further notice
Ripley County Courthouse and Government Offices – Closed to the public. County elected officials and employees still working. Courts hearing essential cases only. Utilize email and phone communication to get ahold of all county offices. Utilize the drop boxes outside of the courthouse and annex buildings to leave any documentation needed for the offices.
Civista Bank-Lobby Services suspended. Drive-thru only service at all of our locations.
Guys and Galls Quarters-Closing on a week to week basis.
H&R Block — Changing to Drop off & Pick up only for all tax preparation. Times are 8 am to 6 pm. Monday thru Friday and 8 to 3 on Saturday. Call office with any questions 812-934-4626
Southeastern Insurance-Closing the lobby. We will be at the office to accept payments. Call office with any questions 812-934-3209
Town of Osgood-Town Hall is closed for public access but will be available for essential business by still having staff available to answer calls and accept payments through the drive thru, drop box and online
Napoleon Community Rural Water – Office Closed until further notice. To make payment: may use dropbox or pay online. For assistance call 812-852-4374 or visit napwatercorp.com for additional information.
All Other Counties
City of Aurora-Aurora Utilities office is closed. Please use dropbox, drive-thru, phone 812-926-2745, or on-line portal at, aurora.in.us.
City of Madison- Restricting public access to all city buildings. Each department will remain open and will be able to address questions or concerns. City Hall will be closed for public access, but available for essential business with appointments made in advance. Payments to the City of Madison for utilities or transactions made through the Clerk-Treasurers office should be made using the drive-through payment center at City Hall.
Organizations
Decatur County
Greensburg Decatur County Public Library – Canceled all programming and meeting/conference room use through Sunday, April 5.
Decatur County Visitors Commission Board Meeting – Canceled.
Greensburg Knights of Columbus – Closed indefinitely.
Greensburg Adult Center – closed indefinitely, at least through April 2020
Franklin County
Franklin County Democrats – The annual J-J Dinner set for April 18 has been canceled.
Franklin County Food Pantry (Paper Pantries)- Closed temporarily. Anyone needing immediate assistance can send an email to fcchristianoutreach@gmail.com.
Batesville Memorial Library – Closed to the public. Plan to reopen April 6, situation permitting.
Ripley County
Batesville Lions Club – Arbor Day and Earth Day free tree distributions canceled.
Ripley County Democrats – April 14 meeting canceled.
Batesville Sons of American Legion – Stillboard shoot scheduled April 5 is canceled.
Batesville Memorial Library – Closed to the public. Plan to reopen April 6, situation permitting.
Tyson Library (Versailles) – Closed until further notice. No items are due until April 28.
Osgood & Milan Branch Libraries – All library programs, events, and meeting room reservations are canceled effective until May 1. Libraries closed through April 13. Due dates extended through April 28.
Versailles American Legion – Bingo canceled.
Ripley County Food Bank – No evening hours giveaway.
Milan VFW — Tuesday Night Bingo at the Milan VFW Post 6234 is canceled till further notice. The Milan VFW Post 6234 Men and Ladies Auxiliary will be canceling all meetings till further notice.
The Red Hat Ladies Meeting — April meeting Canceled.
Sunman American Legion — Bingo is canceled until further notice.
The Batesville Knights of Columbus – Closed through April 13th.
Southeastern Indiana REMC’s Annual Meeting — Postponed indefinitely.
Batesville Area Arts Council— Canceling the Theater Workshop planned for April 4th at Batesville Middle School.
Vietnam Veterans Chp #71 and local VFW-All March events/meetings and April Easter egg hunts have been cancelled.
All Other Counties
New Alsace Conservation Club – Annual Fishing Derby date changed from May 2 to June 20.
Dearborn County Chamber of Commerce — Events to April 30th canceled.
Special Olympics Indiana – Sporting events, practices, and activities suspended indefinitely. An evaluation will be determined afterward.
FARM Club Swap Meet – April 11th meeting is canceled.
Southeastern Indiana Regional Port of Authority meeting — Will reconvene on Friday, May 15 at 1 PM at Lawrenceburg City Hall.
Lawrenceburg Community Center — Closed until May 11th.
Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati – Programs and events scheduled for April (“Rock to End Alzheimer’s” benefit concert at the Gibson Theatre, “Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body” presentation at the Southeastern IN YMCA, and our monthly support group at the Batesville Masonic Lodge) have all been postponed until further notice. If anyone is in need of immediate support and guidance prior to the rescheduled programs, contact the 24/7 helpline # at 1-800-272-3900.
Masons of Indiana–All Masonic meetings and events have been canceled until further notice
Churches
Decatur County
St. Mary’s Catholic Church -No public weekday or Sunday mass until further notice. The Adoration Chapel is closed. No Stations of the Cross on Friday.
Franklin County
Smyrna Missionary Baptist Church at New Trenton – All services and meetings have been canceled until Easter, April 12.
Ripley County
St. Anthony’s Church Morris – Bingo canceled until further notice.
St. Louis Catholic Church – All Masses, meetings, and events are canceled, and the Adoration Chapel is closed.
– NO BINGO: 04/02
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church – Crossroads has canceled all Midweek Lenten Services and Small group gatherings.
St. John’s United Church of Christ-ALL Church Services and Events are Cancelled. More details to follow as guidelines are provided.
St Paul’s Lutheran Church at Stumpke’s Corner — Suspended all activities and services. Any questions please call 812 654 3465.
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Olean – All services canceled until Palm Sunday, April 5
St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Batesville – St Mark has canceled all midweek Lenten services.
Negangards Corner Free Will Baptist Church – All Services Cancelled until further notice.
Activities and Events
Decatur County
Decatur County Hospital Gala – Postponed
Franklin County
Fairground Throwdown (Franklin County) – Benefits the Franklin County 4-H has been postponed until further notice.
Ripley County
“So You Want to Be in a Musical: Audition Workshop”— Scheduled for April 4th has been CANCELLED.
Other Counties
Riley Wranglers Arts & Craft Fair – scheduled for May 2 in Greenfield, IN is canceled.
Fish Frys
All Saints St. Martin’s-Yorkville – Cancelled for the remainder of Lent.
Millhousen Fire Department – Cancelled for the remainder of Lent.
Batesville Knights of Columbus – Cancelled for the remainder of Lent.
Greensburg Knights of Columbus – Cancelled for the remainder of Lent.
St. Mary’s Aurora – Cancelled for the remainder of Lent.
St. Teresa’s Bright Knights of Columbus – Cancelled for the remainder of Lent.
Brookville Knights of Columbus – Cancelled for the remainder of Lent.
Millhousen Knights of St. John’s –Cancelled for the remainder of Lent.
Harrison Kiwanis Club – Cancelled for the remainder of Lent.
New Trenton Fire Department – Cancelled for Good Friday, April 10
Blooming Grove Fire Department – Cancelled for Good Friday, April 10
Other
MLB – Spring Training suspended and Opening Day pushed back until Mid May.
INDYCAR – Indianapolis 500 rescheduled for August 23. GMR Grand Prix rescheduled for July 4.
NASCAR – All race and on-track activity postponed through Early May.
Special Olympics Indiana – Practices, competitions, and events suspended through May 31.