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Jim’s Journal, July 17th, 2024

July 17, 2024 Jim Williams

The Reds’ stars shone brightly making their first baseball All-Star Game appearances last night in Texas, despite the National League losing to the American, 5-3. Manager David Bell was on the Nationals’ coaching staff, while […]

Batesville Parks and Recreation Board July Meeting Canceled

July 16, 2024 Tom Snape

(Batesville, IN) – The City of Batesville Parks and Recreation board meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 17 has been canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The meeting was scheduled to take place at […]

Local News

New Dearborn County Catholic High School Opens in August

July 16, 2024 Tom Snape

(Aurora, IN) – Fiat Classical Academy, a new high school in Aurora, will open its doors to freshmen and sophomores on August 15. The school, officially granted the title of Catholic by the Archbishop of […]

Conservation Record Broken For Third Straight Year

July 16, 2024 Tom Snape

(Statewide) – In a remarkable achievement for sustainable agriculture, the latest results from the Conservation Tillage Transect survey reveal that 1.7 million acres of farmland are now under living cover across all crops in Indiana. […]

DCMH Launches Same-Day Appointment Service

July 16, 2024 Tom Snape

(Greensburg, IN) – Decatur County Memorial Hospital is thrilled to announce the launch of its new same-day appointment service, providing same-day care for illnesses and injuries. This initiative enhances accessibility and convenience for patients, ensuring […]

Indiana Law Introduces Big Changes to Home Buying

July 16, 2024 Tom Snape

(Statewide) – For years, Indiana home sellers have signed formal listing agreements with real estate brokers but now buyers also need written agreements before purchasing a home. The change is among 172 new laws approved […]

Large Hail Accompanies Strong to Severe Storms

July 16, 2024 Tom Snape

(Southeastern IN) – Several severe thunderstorm warnings were issued Monday evening in Ripley and Decatur counties after heavy rain and storms rumbled through the area. Large hail fell in Greensburg, and there was some rotation […]

Flood Watch in Effect Through Wednesday Evening

July 16, 2024 Tom Snape

(Southeastern IN) – A Flood Watch goes into effect at Noon today and runs through 7 p.m. Wednesday. The National Weather Service says flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible, especially along rivers, creeks, […]

Jim’s Journal, July 16th, 2024

July 16, 2024 Jim Williams

Congratulations are due to several teams of local high school volleyballers, with their teams earning top honors from the Indiana High School Volleyball Coaches’ Association, for doing exceptionally well in the classroom last school year, […]

RCCF Unveils New Mural in Versailles

July 15, 2024 Tom Snape

(Versailles, IN) – The Ripley County Community Foundation (RCCF) is pleased to announce the completion of a new mural in the Town of Versailles, a project made possible through a successful collaboration with the Town […]

Heat Advisory In Effect This Afternoon Through 8 PM

July 15, 2024 Tom Snape

(Southeastern IN) – A Heat Advisory will be in effect today from Noon to 8 p.m. The National Weather Service says heat index values around 100 degrees are expected. Hot temperatures and high humidity could […]

Sullivan Crowned Miss Ripley County 2024

July 15, 2024 Tom Snape

(Osgood, IN) – Sophia Sullivan was crowned Miss Ripley County 2024 at Sunday night’s pageant at the Damm Theater in Osgood. Sullivan, who was 1st runner-up last year, said winning the title did not seem […]