Busy week of golf
Thursday the Franklin County Lady Wildcats traveled to the Links at Rising Star to take on EIAC opponent, the South Dearborn Knights, in a makeup match.
A mother’s mission to raise awareness around fentanyl
On Aug. 4, 2020, 23-year-old Garrett Johnson tragically lost his life to an accidental fentanyl overdose. Unaware that the pill he had taken, which he believed to be Ambien, was actually pure Fentanyl, Garrett passed away instantly.
Revitalization efforts are transforming Main
On Thursday, Sept. 5, U.S. Congresswoman Erin Houchin made a special visit to Brookville. During her visit, she took a tour with Main Street Brookville Director Christine Craig and Franklin County Tourism Director Bev Spurlin of Brookville’s Main Street to witness firsthand the positive impact of OCRA’s Main Street Revitalization …
Dogs sweep county races
BHS cross country traveled to Jac-Cen-Del Thursday to compete at the county meet in some stubborn heat. Both Bulldog teams ran exceptionally well to capture Ripley County trophies, the girls finishing with a perfect score of 15 and the boys posting 23 to Milan’s 42.
BCEF Annual Campaign targets Mental Health at BHS
Teen mental health concerns are on the rise nationwide, and the Batesville Community Education Foundation (BCEF) plans to make a local impact to stem the tide among public school students.
New Ford NGL Innovation Center to support BCSC
Batesville High School has been designated for the new Ford Learning Center through the Bulldog Ready Initiative. The BRI represents a bold vision for the future of Batesville’s students.
UCMS runners impressing
The Union County Middle School cross country team is growing this year. Last year, we had 5 boys and 5 girls, both teams just meeting the minimum team size to score as a team in the meets.
UCHS Senior shows school spirit with Community Service Project
Union County High School (UCHS) senior Rosalyn Spurlock, who transferred to UCHS from Jacksonville, Florida, last year, was seeking a meaningful community service project to fulfill her required service hours.
Secretary of State Morales visits Union County Clerk’s office
Secretary of State Diego Morales is continuing to visit several counties hand-delivering local Election Improvement Grants. Friday, Secretary Morales visited Union County.
Lions grab signature win over FC
RUSHVILLE - Building a 30-14 halftime lead Friday at Hinshaw Field proved just enough for the host Rushville Lions to secure their first win over the Franklin County Wildcats in the last six years. The visitors trailed by three in the final minute but a last-ditch pass attempt to the …
BOW & Public Works Meeting Highlights
The Board of Public Works and Safety met on Sept. 3. Mayor Mike Pavey, Gary Cameron, Brad Berkemeier, Phil King, Maria Bridges and city attorney Julie Newhouse were present.
Parenting in the Age of Anxiety: Evidence-Based Strategies and Techniques with Dr. Jonathon Dalton
A free community health event featuring Dr. Jonathon Dalton will be held at the RCHS Laughlin Center, 1201 Lion’s Path, from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
William John Griffis
William John Griffis, 79, a long time Rushville resident and businessman passed away September 8, 2024 in Indianapolis.
Edith Katheryn Reed
Edith Katheryn Reed, 90 of Sebring, Fla. passed away Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at her home in Florida.
Barbara J. Hartmann
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Barbara J. (Wiwi) Hartmann, age 83, on September 3, 2024.
Richard Ruble
Richard I. Ruble passed away peacefully August 28, 2024 and with God’s grace joined his wife, Sue.
Jeffrey Montgomery
Jeffrey Dale Montgomery, age 70, of Las Vegas passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024.
UC tennis
Patriot boys tennis lost a close match at home vs. Oldenburg Academy last Wednesday as the Twisters prevailed 3-2.
Don’t miss the 4th annual Union County Fireman’s Festival
The 4th annual Union County Firemen’s Festival will be Friday Sept. 6 and Saturday Sept. 7. The weekend will be full of trucks, tractors, cars, live bands, chicken dinners, prk burgers, FFA ice cream, shaved ice, basket raffles, bounce house, face painting, balloon art, beer garden and more.
