Rex A. Ratekin
Rex A. Ratekin, 78, lifelong resident of Rushville, passed away on January 20, 2024 in Rushville. He was born on October 16, 1945 in Rushville to the late Raymond Ratekin and Alta (Floyd) Lamb.
Betty A. Rose
Betty A. Rose, 86, of Laurel, went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, January 21, 2024 surrounded by her loving family at her home.
Sharlene Wagner
Sharlene Wagner, 87 of Arlington, passed away January 18, 2024 in Rushville. She was born March 1, 1936 in Connersville to the late Amos E. and Mary V. (Herrmann) Strait.
Deby Priddy
Deby Priddy, 70, of Rushville, passed away January 13, 2024 in Indianapolis.
Rebecca J. Fancher
Rebecca J. Fancher, 84, a lifelong Rush County resident passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at her home in Rushville. Rebecca was born on March 27, 1939 in Rush County to the late Dedrich H. and Ruth (Saunders) Sembach.
Norman Parker Bowles
Norman Parker Bowles, 86, a lifelong Rush County resident passed away, Monday, January 15, 2024 at Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center in Carmel.
McCashland leads Lady Pats to TEC win
The Union County Lady Patriots snapped a recent losing skid and posted their highest point total of the season (50) in Union City Saturday.
A soul from soil, human observations
From the beginning of human civilization, our species has been fascinated by cultivation. We are true agricultural revolutionaries, and we have done nearly everything possible to master the art of growth. Plentiful harvests have kept humans going.
Don’t miss Johnny Welborn Cowboy Boot Night
The Thursday, Jan 18, Patriots girls basketball game and the boys basketball game on Friday, Jan 19, will allow community members to give back in honor of a special community member, Johnny Welborn.
Breaking Down Barriers: Virtual Recovery Community Cafe
Recovery Community Cafe, a program through Ireland Home Based Services (IHBS), kicked off a virtual eight-week series that helps individuals recovering from substance use connect with a supportive community and build resiliency.
1-1 week has Lady Cats at 12-6
Franklin County's varsity Lady Cats fell to Connersville Friday night in a low-scoring affair at home in the Eastern Indiana Athletic Conference matchup.
FC Animal Shelter will be forced to put down dogs if not adopted
The Franklin County Animal Shelter is full of dogs who have been abandoned or mistreated and are desperately seeking their forever families. The "Friends of the Franklin County Animal Shelter" is a volunteer organization that works tirelessly to provide a safe and loving environment for the animals in their care.
Lady Twisters up to 14 wins
Oldenburg Academy girls basketball has its most victories in five years following two routs last week – Tuesday's 66-20 romp at Hauser and a home blowout of South Dearborn two nights later (51-24) – and a come-from-behind home win over South Ripley Saturday afternoon.
Michaela Farms offers vegetables and eggs during the winter months
Although it's the time of year when temperatures drop below freezing and snow sometimes blankets the ground, Green Acres Michaela Farm in Oldenburg has vegetables and pasture-raised eggs available throughout the winter months.
Where to vote in Ripley County during 2024 elections
When Ripley County registered voters head out to cast their ballot during the 2024 elections, they will no longer have to go to the traditional precinct-based polling site on election day. Instead, voters will head to one of nine "Vote Centers" throughout Ripley County on Election Day.
Lions boast 3 conference champs
AURORA – The Rushville Lions on the strength of three conference champs placed third at the Eastern Indiana Athletic Conference wrestling meet held Saturday at South Dearborn. RCHS tallied 204 points with Franklin County winning after scoring 253.
As a part of Save A Lot's Hometown Heroes program, shoppers, team members, and the general public were invited to nominate those doing good work in their community.
With the Whitewater Valley Explorer, we aim to take you on a journey while exploring our hometown's beautiful hidden gems and breathtaking landscapes.
Only two days left to vote for Rushville’s “Hometown Hero”
As a part of Save A Lot's Hometown Heroes program, shoppers, team members, and the general public were invited to nominate those doing good work in their community.
Ruth A. Merrill
Ruth A. Merrill, age 105, of Naples, Florida and a former longtime resident of Brookville, died peacefully Thursday, January 11, 2024 at All Seasons of Naples.
