Preserving history: Franklin Co. Historical Society presents program on Goodwin Family
The Franklin County Historical Society will present a program on the four generations of the Goodwin Family of Brookville who were instrumental in the founding of the Brookville Methodist Church, the Brookville Bank, the Brookville Telephone Co., the restoration of the Whitewater Canal, and the restoration of three historic churches and more.
Community rallies around Mr. Fudge’s Confectionery after devastating fire
On Sept. 27, a devastating fire broke out at Mr. Fudge’s Confectionery, a cherished establishment on Metamora’s Main Street owned by Donna Monroe.
Heaviest pumpkin at Versailles Pumpkin Show weighs in at 1,000lbs
Despite the rainy weather, the Versailles Pumpkin Show, organized by the Versailles Lions Club, did not disappoint. The event was held on the Ripley County County Courthouse Square in Versailles from Sept. 25 through Sept. 28.
State Fire Marshal Releases Findings on Rushville Main Street fire investigation
The Rushville Fire Department (RFD) issued a news release following the receipt of the investigation findings from the Indiana State Fire Marshal regarding the fire on Rushville’s Main Street on Sept. 26.
Community rallies behind Hurricane Helene victims
The Rush County community is coming together to support the victims of the devastating flooding caused by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina and Tennessee. A Donation Drive to collect essential items for those affected has been organized. Donations must be submitted by tomorrow, Oct. 4.
The Union Square project: A vision for community transformation
Last week, the Union County Foundation (UCF) held an open house to discuss a concept for the UCF “Union Square” project that would be transformative for Liberty’s downtown area.
New fence mural at Lew Wallace Community Garden
A new fence mural at the Lew Wallace Community Garden, next to the government building in Brookville, is nearly finished.
Paul Ketcham named 2025 Superintendent of the Year
Paul Ketcham, who serves as the superintendent of Batesville Community School Corporation (BCSC), was honored by the Indiana Association of Public School Superintendents (IAPSS) as the 2025 (District VIII) Superintendent of the Year.
A public hearing will be held to assess reimbursement cost owed by building owners for fire cleanup
The Unsafe Hearing Board of the City of Rushville convened on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 5 p.m. to discuss the fire that occurred on Rushville’s Main Street on Sept. 10.
