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One seriously hurt in Ripley County crash

October 18, 2017 Annie Nunley

Ripley County, In. — The Ripley County Sheriff’s Department and Napoleon Fire Department responded to a serious single vehicle crash early Wednesday morning in the 9000 block of U.S. 421 North. Preliminary reports indicate at 3:40 a.m. […]

Milan landmark gets makeover

October 17, 2017 Annie Nunley

Milan, In. — Thanks to a $28,452 grant from the Rising Sun Regional Foundation a Milan landmark is getting a makeover. The iconic “State Champs 1954” water tower is in the process of receiving fresh coat of […]

Deal reached in Versailles counterfeiting case

October 17, 2017 Annie Nunley

Versailles, In. — Ripley County Superior Court Judge Jeffery Sharp has sentenced a Versailles man to two-and-a-half years probation in connection with four counts of felony counterfeiting. Court documents indicate Daniel Craig, 32, purchased fake bills at […]

Local accomplished guitarist releases first original CD

October 17, 2017 Annie Nunley

Batesville, In. — Local musician Bryce Mullins has just released his first classical guitar CD of original music. The CD is available at the WRBI studios or online here. Mullins has a bachelor’s degree from the College […]

Herbert Brothers prepare for big screen debut

October 17, 2017 Annie Nunley

Batesville, In. — The Herbert Brothers, most notable for winning the 2009 Doritos big game commercial and $1 million, have released their first full-length movie- In Between Days. Joe Herbert says the movie is about a writer […]

Franklin County FFA soil judging results released

October 17, 2017 Annie Nunley

Andersonville, In. — On October 5, 2017 the Franklin County FFA competed in the Area VII soils judging CDE held in Andersonville, Indiana. It was a very rainy and muddy day but the members still enjoyed competing […]

One killed in Jennings County crash

October 17, 2017 Annie Nunley

North Vernon, In. — The Indiana State Police and the Jennings County Sheriff’s Department investigated a crash that took one life Monday morning near State Route 750 and County Road 200 North. The report says Christean M. […]

Alcohol suspected in Franklin County crash

October 16, 2017 Annie Nunley

Franklin County, In. — Investigators in Franklin County suspect alcohol in a Wednesday evening crash that injured one person. A report from the sheriff’s department says Timothy Kersey, 45, Brookville, was northbound on Horseshoe Bend at 11:54 […]

One seriously injured in Ripley County crash

October 16, 2017 Annie Nunley

Ripley County, In. — A report from the Ripley County Sheriff’s Department says one person was seriously injured in a crash Saturday evening. Around 5:30 a car driven by Kelsey Brandes, 20, of Versailles, was driving left […]

Leising announces livestock promotion and market development grants

October 16, 2017 Annie Nunley

Batesville, In. — The Indiana State Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for livestock promotion and market development grants to facilitate growth in the livestock industry. Republican state senator Jean Leising encourages any non-profit organization, association or […]

Greensburg Police warn of vehicle break-ins

October 16, 2017 Annie Nunley

Greensburg, In. — The Greensburg Police Department is cautioning residents following several reports of vehicle break-ins. Don’t be an easy target for thieves, keep valuables concealed or in the trunk, keep doors locked and windows up. Detectives […]

‘Party in Pink’ to benefit breast cancer research

October 16, 2017 Annie Nunley

Batesville, In. — The Southeastern Indiana YMCA in Batesville will hold “Party in Pink” to help in the fight against breast cancer Saturday, October 21 from 9 to 11 a.m. The Zumbathon® will use pink attire and […]