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Cruisin’ to a Cure Exceeds Fundraising Expectations

May 7, 2024 Tom Snape

(Lawrenceburg, IN) – It was another big year for Cruisin’ to a Cure for ALS. The car show in downtown Lawrenceburg on Sunday raised at least $52,000. with more donations set to come in before […]

It’s Primary Election Day

May 7, 2024 Tom Snape

(Southeastern IN/Statewide) – It is Primary Election Day in Indiana. There are a number of contested local races on the Republican ballot. In Ripley County, two candidates a piece are running for County Commissioner in […]

Jim’s Journal, May 7th, 2024

May 7, 2024 Jim Williams

Some schools called afternoon sports events off, some kept plans in place… Tuesday was one of those off and on afternoons of weather across southeastern Indiana. Some places got a lot of rain, mud, and […]

UPDATE: Greensburg Police Issue Silver Alert

May 6, 2024 Tom Snape

(Greensburg, IN) – The Silver Alert issued for 57-year-old Ronald Harris was canceled around 9:15 p.m. Monday. The Greensburg Police Department has confirmed that he has been located, but it’s not clear if he was […]

New Ivy Tech Healthcare Scholarship for Lawrenceburg/Batesville Students

May 6, 2024 Tom Snape

(Lawrenceburg/Batesville, IN) – Ivy Tech Community College has established a new scholarship for students in the Lawrenceburg and Batesville areas interested in advancing their education in healthcare. The Southeast Indiana (SE IN) Healthcare Scholarship was […]

Local News

South Ripley Elementary Recognized Nationally by Project Lead The Way

May 6, 2024 Tom Snape

(Versailles, IN) – South Ripley Elementary School proudly announces its recognition as a 2023-24 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished School. This prestigious honor is bestowed upon a select number of elementary schools across the […]

Women’s Giving Circle Makes Lasting Impact in Ripley County

May 6, 2024 Tom Snape

(Ripley County, IN) – On April 23, the Ripley County Community Foundation’s initiative, the Women’s Giving Circle, warmly welcomed guests to a luncheon celebrating philanthropy and rallying support for programs addressing issues that predominantly affect […]

Election - General

Morales Reports Increased Voter Registrations

May 6, 2024 Tom Snape

(Indianapolis, IN) – Indiana Secretary of State Diego Morales reports an increase in Hoosier voter registrations leading up to the May Primary Election. Data shows a greater increase in new voter registrations in the last […]

Themed Gas Pump Raises Funds for JCD

May 6, 2024 Tom Snape

(Osgood, IN) – CountryMark and Laughery Valley Ag approached Jac-Cen-Del Community Schools with a unique fundraising opportunity last year. They made an offer to designate one of the gas pumps at CountryMark in Osgood as […]

Historic Home to House Library’s History and Genealogy Department

May 6, 2024 Tom Snape

(Brookville, IN) – The Franklin County Public Library District (FCPLD) recently purchased the home of John Newman, located at 912 Main Street. This historic, two-story brick building (pictured) will eventually house the library’s Local History […]

Local News

Fireside Inn Closing at the End of This Month

May 6, 2024 Tom Snape

(Enochburg, IN) – It’s the end of an era for devotees of “Krisp Chic Chicken.” Fireside Inn owners Dan and Becky Kinker posted on Facebook over the weekend that have made the difficult decision to […]

Milan School Board President Passes Away

May 6, 2024 Tom Snape

(Milan, IN) – The Milan community is mourning the passing of a school board member. A post on X (formerly known as Twitter) from Milan Community Schools says Jerry Gauck died peacefully on Friday morning. […]