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North Vernon City Council authorizes hiring external fire chief

NORTH VERNON, Ind. — At its regular meeting, the North Vernon City Council approved a resolution to recruit and hire a new fire chief from outside the existing department ranks. Under Indiana Code, municipal fire department chiefs typically must be selected from within the department and hold at least...

North Vernon, IN · 1d
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Seymour woman charged with domestic battery against juvenile

SEYMOUR, Ind. - The Indiana State Police (ISP)-Versailles Post on Monday, November 9, arrested a Jackson County woman on a felony charge related to an incident that occurred in August. The investigation began in early September when a juvenile under the age of 14 reported that a supposed battery had...

Seymour, IN · 18h
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Scottsburg Photographer Arrested For Corrupt Business Influence, 9 Counts Of Theft

After a nearly year and a half investigation, a 39-year old Scottsburg woman who contracted with clients for her photography business has been charged in Scott Circuit Court with a felony including corrupt business influence and nine misdemeanor counts of theft. Stephanie L. Collins, 39, of the 100 block of...

Scottsburg, IN · 16h
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Coroner responds to Indiana house fire

VERSAILLES, Ind. (WXIX) - The Ripley County Coroner’s Office has responded to the scene of a house fire in Versailles. The fire broke out around 10:30 p.m. Tuesday in the 3700 block of West County Road 350 South. Ripley County Emergency Management Agency warned people to avoid the area...

Versailles, IN · 16h
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Strong Storms With 60 MPH Winds and Small Hail Possible in Southern Indiana Including Indianapolis, Seymour, and Evansville Wednesday Afternoon Before Snow

INDIANA — A few storms could turn strong to severe across southern and central Indiana on Wednesday afternoon ahead of a strong cold front. Showers and a few thunderstorms are expected to develop during the afternoon, with damaging wind gusts of 45 to 60 mph and small hail as the main threats. Widespread severe weather is not expected, but Indiana could see both storms and snow within a 24-hour window as much colder air follows the front.

Indianapolis, IN · 16h

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What Makes Gnaw Bone Camp’s Tenderloin Stand So Busy On Brown County Weekends?

On State Road 46 in Brown County, there is a small gas stop that people drive more than an hour to reach, and fuel is not the reason. They come for a breaded pork tenderloin sandwich that some online pages call the best in Indiana. From the road, the building...

Brown County, IN · 1d

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Thousands of Hoosier farmers once grew tobacco. Now, they’ve nearly disappeared.

MADISON, Ind. (FREE PRESS INDIANA) — Darrell Smith, a 66-year-old tobacco farmer in Jefferson County, remembers when the opening day to bid on the local tobacco crop in late November meant a city-wide celebration in Madison. Politicians, local officials and city residents all gathered at the three large tobacco warehouses up until the late 1990s […]

Madison, IN · 1d

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Visit The Indiana Restaurant And Gift Shop That Will Transport You Straight Back To Childhood

There is a very specific kind of happiness that comes from finding a place that feels familiar even on your very first visit. Gallery 115 in Madison, Indiana delivers exactly that feeling, wrapped up inside a building that also happens to serve a really excellent slice of quiche. Before diving...

Madison, IN · 2d

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Busy Time for Local Firefighters

(Batesville/Ripley County, IN) – It’s been a busy period for local firefighters. Batesville Fire and Rescue was called to a blaze at a residence on Werner Way around 12:09 p.m. on Saturday. Fire Chief Brian Hardebeck says the flames were contained to the garage area, which sustained heat...

Batesville, IN · 1d

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Columbus Craft Fair Turns Thrift-Store Junk Into Funky Furniture Nov. 14

Dozens of artists will fill The Commons in Columbus on Saturday for the 21st annual Déjà Vu Art and Fine Craft Show, a juried event built entirely around turning castoff materials into finished art. The show runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 300 Washington St., and admission is free.

Columbus, IN · 2d

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IVY TECH MADISON CAMPUS FACULTY & INSTRUCTOR HONORED WITH ANNUAL PRESIDENT’S AWARD

MADISON, Ind. – Three Madison faculty members and instructors were honored with Ivy Tech Community College’s Presidents Awards. “Our faculty are the heart of Ivy Tech, and we are incredibly proud to recognize the outstanding work they do every day,” said Dr. Amanda Harsin, chancellor of Ivy Tech Madison. “These educators go above and beyond to create meaningful learning experiences, inspire students to achieve their goals, and prepare them for success beyond the classroom. This recognition reflects not only their commitment to excellence in teaching, but also the lasting impact they have on our students and our community.”

Madison, IN · 1d

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City of Columbus tables 5th Street alley vacation request for further planning review

COLUMBUS, Ind. — A petition to vacate a section of public right-of-way between two residential properties on 5th Street was tabled by the Columbus City Council to allow for further review alongside city planning officials. Property owners Jeff Baker and John Pickett petitioned to vacate the north-south alley segment...

Columbus, IN · 2d

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Columbus approves PILOT agreement to preserve Farrington housing complex

Built in 1978, the 136-unit property that serves low-income seniors and individuals with disabilities will undergo a $23.7 million project. Planned renovations include $7 million in physical construction, covering elevator modernization, interior upgrades, and ADA accessibility enhancements. Under the agreement, the developer will contribute $68,000 annually to the Columbus Affordable Housing Fund, totaling over $3.2 million across 30 years for local housing initiatives.

Columbus, IN · 2d

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Heritage Fund announces 'Join the Joy' campaign

COLUMBUS, Ind. - To celebrate its 50th anniversary, Heritage Fund presents its 2026 "Join the Joy" campaign. The "Golden Joybilee" effort aims to grow the Community Fund and expand its long-term grantmaking capacity. Individuals and local businesses are invited to "Join the Joy" by giving to the Community Fund, helping...

Bartholomew County, IN · 1d

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One Horse Introduces Express Retros: Sarge and Archie Honor Vietnam Veterans and Carry Their Legacy Forward

BROWNSTOWN, Ind. — One Horse, a Family Owned and Veteran Owned American firearms manufacturer, announces the November 8, 2026, launch of the One Horse Express Retros, developed in collaboration with Atrius Development Group. The new lineup introduces Sarge, a 20-inch rifle, and Archie, an 11.5-inch short-barreled rifle (SBR), both chambered in 5.56.

Brownstown, IN · 2d

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Indiana short line to serve new Honda assembly plant (11/10/2006)

In August 2008, the Central Railroad Co. of Indiana (CIND) will begin serving a new customer, and a major one at that: Honda Motor Co., which is building a $550 million vehicle assembly plant in Greensburg, Ind. The automaker had considered building the plant in Illinois, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin,...

Greensburg, IN · 1d

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Democrats Win Statewide Secretary Of State, Comptroller Race

Dems Pick-Up County Seats In Scott; GOP Rules In Jackson. Democrats Beau Bayh and Jessica Bailey broke a 12-year political drought winning statewide races last Tuesday, Nov. 3. Bayh was elected Secretary of State with 51.8% of the vote to Republican Max Engling’s 42.7%. Former Indianapolis mayor and newly...

Jackson County, IN · 16h

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Indiana workforce training grant helps utility workers earn higher wages

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (WOWO) — Indiana Governor Mike Braun is highlighting a state workforce training program that is helping utility workers earn higher wages while giving businesses tools to retain skilled employees. The Power Up Employer Training Grant, launched last year, allows participating businesses to receive reimbursements of up to...

Indiana · 8h