In the Thursday, May 28, 2026 issue
The sound of a promise kept
For many, Memorial Day traditions are rooted in remembrance. For one Osgood man, that tradition also carries a promise made to his grandfather decades ago.The annual sounding of taps at the New Marion Cemetery has become a deeply personal tribute for J …
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Lady Indians advance to sectional semifinals
Not many softball sectionals across the state kicked off with a matchup of two Top 10 teams but such was the case on Memorial Day as No. 3 Milan began its Class A Sectional 60 title defense with a 6-1 victory over No. 6 Rising Sun in the opening round …
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Emily’s Brew named Business of the Year
On Wednesday, May 20, the 28th Annual Ripley County Chamber Business Recognition Luncheon was held at the original location of the Upper Room Cafe where Emily’s Brew was recognized and received a plaque for Business of the Year. Pictured, owners and sisters, Rachel Lawhorn and Sara Salyer thanked the RCC saying “This year has been especially special because on April 1, we celebrated five years as Emily’s Brew.”
Suttman and King punch state finals tickets
The prediction was the coverage area would be represented on the biggest track and field stage of the season and it was a prediction that became a reality on Tuesday night as Oldenburg Academy's Rachel Suttman and Batesville's Ella King are state finals bound after top three finishes at the IHSAA Girls Track and Field Regional at Greenfield-Central.
Suttman and King punch state finals tickets
Oldenburg senior Rachel Suttman and Batesville junior Ella King are heading back to the IHSAA Girls Track and Field State Finals in their respective field events. This is the second appearance for Suttman in the discus and the third appearance for King in the shot put.
