The story behind Metamora’s Castle
On top of a massive hill just outside the Metamora town limits stands a lone castle and towering cross, piquing the interest of nearly everyone who drives by and notices the oddity.
BHS tennis
Bulldog girls tennis battled at unbeaten Lawrenceburg Thursday but took a 3-2 loss to the Lady Tigers.
Daniela Blanco selected to receive scholarship
Daniela Blanco, Sunman, has been selected at the 2024 Hispanic Community Advisory Committee (HCAC) Scholarship winner.
Batesville has opportunity for downtown redevelopment
The City of Batesville is on the cusp of a tremendous opportunity for redevelopment in our beautiful downtown.
Scrappy Lions doing some winning
In completion of a suspended game from early April, Rushville finished off conference rival South Dearborn in Aurora last Tuesday in comeback fashion.
Milroy man arrested for child pornography
Members of Indiana’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force served a search warrant on April 25 following a lengthy investigation involving Mark Richard Victor Herbert, 24, of Milroy, and the possession of child pornography.
Plea agreement filed in child molestation case
A plea agreement was filed between the State of Indiana by Phillip Caviness, Rush County Prosecuting Attorney, and Anthony Judge on March 26, 2024, regarding several charges filed against Judge...
Judith Ann Kuwatch
Judith Ann Kuwatch, age 63, of Brookville, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, April 25, 2024 at her residence in Brookville.
Lilly E. Panholzer
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Lillian “Lilly” Echavaria Panholzer, age 75, of Everton, who died on April 28, 2024.
Arlene A. Brockman
Arlene A. Brockman peacefully passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024, embraced by the love of her family at Aultman Compassionate Care.
John C. Holmes
John C. Holmes, 73, of Connersville, a loving, devoted, and caring husband, father, grandfather, son, and brother, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 25, 2024.
Marcia Kay Ellis
Marcia Kay (Weidner) Ellis, 86, of Rush County, passed away April 23, 2024 at her home in Rushville.
Softball TEC streak ended at 43 games
The Union County Lady Pats’ softball program hadn’t lost more than two games in a row since May of 2018 … until this past week.
Charges will not be pursued in regard to shooting
March 30 around midnight, Union County Deputy Jeff Shoemaker was dispatched to a residence on Liberty Pike.
Boys golf on 2-meet win streak
The Franklin County boys golf team showed improvement at Hidden Valley Golf Club last Tuesday in comparison to the showing at the same course last year, according to coach Dylan Huber.
Lifelong FC resident turns 100
Life-long Franklin County resident Virginia “Virgie” Hunt recently celebrated her 100th birthday.
FC schools raise money for animal shelter
Several schools in Franklin County have been holding, or will be holding, fundraisers to help raise money for the new animal shelter.
Golfers win Ripley title and more
Batesville won its second four-way golf meet in as many days last Tuesday, this one played at Lawrenceburg’s Hidden Valley Golf Club against LHS, Oldenburg Academy and Franklin County.
Local business feature
This week, we are highlighting The Puzzle Box Games, an immersive and exciting way to enjoy board games and escape rooms.
