Indianapolis, In. — Republican state senator Jean Leising from Oldenburg recently met with members of Franklin County FFA and Franklin County Farm Bureau. The group discussed agriculture-related bills and the future of farming in Indiana.

Indianapolis, In. — The House of Representatives Monday supported State Rep. Cindy Ziemke’s (R-Batesville) legislation holding township governments accountable for large tax dollar reserves. Currently, townships provide funding for improvements and updates to parks, community centers, shelters […]

Batesville, In. — Mr. Andy Allen of Batesville High School has introduced Adam M. Bedel as a Finalist in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program. Adam is among approximately 16,000 semifinalists for 2019 from across the nation […]

Brookville, In. — Officials in Franklin County are looking for third shift dispatchers. The starting wage is $16.45-per-hour, 40-hours per week, weekends, holidays and does include benefits. Candidates must be able to multi-task and work in a […]

Batesville, In. — A new report done by WalletHub says Columbus, Ohio is the 12th best state capital to live in. Frankfort, Kentucky was 37th and Indianapolis was ranked 38th in the study. A link to the […]

Batesville, In. — The Southeastern Indiana YMCA will conduct a Women’s Self-Defense Class on Saturday, March 9 from 10 a.m. to noon. The free class will teach the basics of self-protection including S.A.F.E. Way techniques. Advance registration […]

Indianapolis, In. — Republican state senator Jean Leising from Oldenburg recently met with members of the Alzheimer’s Association of Batesville members. The group discussed legislation that could impact Hoosier families battling the disease.

Indianapolis, In. — A bill authored by Republican state senator from Oldenburg Jean Leising that would help address an animal importation issue facing Indiana passed the Senate Committee on Agriculture unanimously. Senate Bill 533 would require a person who transfers […]

Indianapolis, In. — Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb announced the State of Indiana will award $750,000 in grants to support local coalitions across the state in their efforts to combat the drug crisis. “As we continue to attack […]

Friendship, In. — The Friendship State Bank is looking to grow its team and is currently hiring for a Lead Data Processor position. This position is full-time with benefits. Review the full job description and apply online […]

Batesville, In. — The 2019 “Cherry-Thing-A-Ling” numbers are in and the folks at Schmidt’s Bakery set another record. This year, 145,440 of the sweet treats were sold amounting to 12,120 dozens.  In 2018 118,910 or more than […]

Versailles, In. —Entering his 21st year as Ripley County prosecutor Ric Hertel is sending a clear message to those who peddle drugs with his recent actions. Hertel said, “In my experience of prosecuting and trying drug […]