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Mr. Bryan Keith Harman, age 60, of Switzerland County, Indiana, entered this life on April 20, 1963 in Monticello, Indiana. He was the son of the late Donald Keith and Beverly Jean (Roberts) Harman. He was raised in Switzerland County, Indiana where he attended school. Bryan enjoyed watching NASCAR racing, football and basketball games on television. Bryan was a believer in Jesus Christ and attended Point of Grace Church in Madison, Indiana. Ryan and Melanie Haynes always made sure Bryan got to church every Sunday. Bryan passed away at 10:53 p.m., Sunday, September 24, 2023, at The Waters of Clifty Falls in Madison, Indiana.

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Have you seen a moonbow before?. Laura Craig snapped a photo from East Enterprise, Switzerland County in Indiana at 2:30 Wednesday morning and sent to Local 12. There's no sun, so how does this happen? Moonbows, or lunar rainbows, are formed by light from the moon and...

A strong thunderstorm is expected to affect several areas in Switzerland and Kentucky. The storm, which is moving east at 25 mph, brings potential hazards including wind gusts of up to 40 mph, half-inch hail, frequent lightning, and heavy rain. These conditions may result in the downing of tree limbs, damage to vegetation from hail, and the risk of injury or death from lightning strikes. Visibility will be poor, increasing the possibility of hydroplaning. Various locations, including Williamstown, Walton, Crittenden, and Florence, are expected to be impacted by the storm. Motorists are advised to exercise caution, slow down, and seek shelter in a sturdy building if outdoors. It is important to avoid seeking shelter under trees during lightning activity. To report any hazardous weather conditions, visit weather.gov/iln and submit reports through social media when it is safe to do so. The maximum hail size is 0.50 inches, and the maximum wind gust is 40 mph.

CINCINNATI – There are so many good high school soccer teams in southeastern Indiana. In recent weeks, several teams have been nominated for FC Cincinnati's Team of the Week including the Oldenburg Academy and Batesville boys, whom have won the last two weekly awards. Oldenburg Academy is currently 13-1...

(Vevay, Ind.) - Switzerland County High School has a new gym floor for the first time in over 50 years. Athletic director Brian Graham tells Eagle Country 99.3 that no more sanding was able to be done on the original floor from around 1968, leading to the installation of the brand new floor.

A severe thunderstorm is expected to affect several counties in Ohio, including Kenton, Boone, and Grant, until 9:00 PM EDT. At 8:08 PM EDT, the storm was located near Rising Sun and was moving northeast at a speed of 20 mph. The storm poses a hazard of wind gusts up to 40 mph and small hailstones. Radar data indicates the storm's intensity. Gusty winds may cause tree limbs to fall and unsecured objects to be blown around, while the hail may cause minimal damage to plants. Various locations will be impacted, such as Cincinnati, Covington, and Florence, among others. The storm will also affect sections of I-71 and I-75 in Kentucky. It is recommended to seek shelter indoors if currently outdoors. To report any hazardous weather conditions, visit weather.gov/iln or submit your report via social media, ensuring your safety. The maximum size of the hail is estimated to be 0.25 inches, with maximum wind gusts reaching 40 mph.

Multiple counties in Indiana have issued bans on outdoor burning, citing lack of rainfall and dried vegetation that could increase the risk of wildfires.

Bryan Keith Harman, age 60, of Switzerland County, Indiana, passed away at 10:53 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 24, 2023, at The Waters of Clifty Falls in Madison, Indiana. Arrangements entrusted to Haskell & Morrison Funeral Home. Laura Rose Riga, age 84, of Vevay, Indiana, passed away at 3:31 a.m., Monday, Sept....

The Switzerland County Lady Pacer varsity girls golf team has been making history all season long — and that streak continued last Saturday, September 16th, with a second place finish in the Madison Sectional. The team finish earns Coach Natalie Wheeler’s Lady Pacer linksters a spot in this Saturday’s...

Edinburgh’s search for its first win of the season will have to wait another week. The Lancers’ offense sputtered, with penalties and turnovers paving the way to a 19-6 home loss against Switzerland County on Friday night. Despite a respectable ground game that accounted for 179 yards and...

(Aurora, IN) -‘ Opponents of the Link 101 project are gathering for a rally this weekend. Stop Link 101 will hold the rally in Gabbard Riverfront Park tomorrow (Saturday) from 4-6 p.m. It marks the first public demonstration against the proposed State Road 101 connector project between U.S. 50...

Joey Lee Wainscott, age 52, of Switzerland County, Indiana, passed away with his loving family by his side at 12:34 a.m. on Wednesday, September 13th, 2023, at the Swiss Villa Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Vevay. Joey entered this life on March 22nd, 1971 in Madison. He was raised in...

RISING SUN at Oldenburg Academy, 5:30 p.m. RISING SUN at South Dearborn, 6 p.m.

Mr. Joey Lee Wainscott, age 52, of Switzerland County, Indiana, entered this life on March 22, 1971 in Madison, Indiana. He was raised in Fairview, Indiana and was the loving son of, Jerry Lee Wainscott, whom preceded him in death and Pamela Sue (Bailey) Wainscott. Joey graduated in 1989 from Switzerland County High School where he played baseball. Joey was inducted into the United State Navy on May 6, 1992 in Louisville, Kentucky. He received the National Defense Service Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon and the Good Conduct Award. He served as an Oceans Systems Technician and was released from active duty and was transferred to the reserves and was honorably discharged on November 29, 1996. Joey was employed as a slot technician for Belterra Casino & Resort in Florence, Indiana. On January 7, 2007, Joey was employed by Indiana Gaming Commission and worked for Hollywood Casino in Lawrenceburg, Indiana and for Rising Star Casino in Rising Sun, Indiana. In his early years of life, Joey coached little league ball at the Markland Dam for a few years. He attended 7 Hills Church in Florence, Kentucky, as well as, Switzerland Baptist Church in Vevay, Indiana. Joey enjoyed golfing, hunting, traveling, bowling, hiking and cooking. In his later years of life, Joey loved being healthy and became a body builder and loved working out with his friends. He enjoyed going to car shows and raising 4-H goats for several years. Joey loved taking pictures of Gods beautiful creations of sunrises and sunsets. Joey was a true warrior and fought a courageous battle with glioblastoma brain cancer since December 2021. Joey passed away with his loving family by his side at 12:34 a.m., Wednesday, September 13, 2023, at the Swiss Villa Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Vevay, Indiana.

Report missing high school sports scores and stats to news@eaglecountryonline.com. Emma Parsons, Avy Burkholder, Kenzie Taylor (SC): goal each. Rising Sun 3, Jac-Cen-Del 0 (25-22, 25-23, 25-8) Maria Meyer (JCD): 5 kills, 11 digs. South Ripley 3, Oldenburg Academy 0 (25-12, 25-15, 25-23) Rachel Suttmann (OA): 6 kills. Union County...

Moving forward, a smaller number of alternatives will be carried forward for detailed analysis. A map of 10 identified alternatives. A link to a bigger map can be found below. (Vevay, Ind.) – Where is the most productive place to connect a new road to U.S. 50?. That is...

Pacers use ‘Three Phase Trifecta’ to blast Trimble County, 21-6 Conventional wisdom dictates that there are three phases of a football game — offense, defense, and special teams. All three phases played a big role in Friday’s night’s Switzerland County 21-6 victory over Trimble County (Kentucky)....