
In the Thursday, November 23 issue
Thankful for girls…on the run or not!
In a season of thankfulness, a Batesville woman has plenty to be grateful for. Lynn Hertel, past council director of Girls on the Run Margaret Mary Health, resigned her position this summer after almost 16 years leading the program that has changed her …
Read the story »Christmas will be brighter thanks to you and the Infamous Few
The overwhelming response and support of local businesses and individuals has allowed the Infamous Few Communities Fund/Christmas Drive to be a success and has enabled them to provide Christmas to those in need. Their goal is to help as many “in-need” …
Read the story »Schools close for Solar Eclipse
Ripley County Tourism has lots of fun and exciting events for our area leading up to and during the total solar eclipse in April 2024.
Terry Trowbridge, the liaison for Ripley County Tourism (RCT) spoke about many events already in the works for next year. She notes that many of the smaller areas are still mapping out plans for next year.
Ripley Co. HOF announces 2024 class
The greatest players, coaches and contributors to the game of high school basketball in Ripley County will welcome six more individuals to their inner circle next year as the 2024 Ripley County Basketball Hall of Fame has named its 2024 induction class.

Children make the holidays sparkle
Miss Lizzy’s Performing Arts Academy had another overwhelming response from the crowd as the performers proudly presented It’s a Toy’s Life based off the movie Toy Story. There are a variety of dancers that perform their dance moves of hip hop, jazz, ballet, contemporary, tap and theatre. Miss Lizzy’s has grown to have 290 students of performing arts.