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12.21.23 The Versailles Republican


In the Thursday, December 21 issue

Scam costs Versailles woman $40,000

A Versailles woman has been bilked out of $40,000 by complying with demands from a scammer. According to court documents, the woman (who we are not identifying due to her being a victim), fell prey to a telephone scheme. She received a call saying she …

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Thomas sets new school record

Milan High School senior Dylan Thomas added his name to yet another school record and the Indians closed out the 2023 portion of the season with a split decision at Greensburg on Monday night. The Lady Indians defeated Greensburg 74-66 but it was the P …

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In the print edition:

Minors in trouble after consuming alcohol at local party

A report of several minors drinking alcohol at a party near Osgood turned out to be true, according to Sheriff Rob Bradley and his Chief Deputy Lee Davidson. “Yes, we responded to a residence on Saturday,” they agreed. There were approximately 30 minors (under the age of 21) at the event that was held in a barn type structure.


Batesville McDonald’s has grand re-opening

Pictured is Ed Cummings Jr., Franchise owner of Batesville McDonald’s, giving a high-five to show appreciation to all his staff before they headed back to start serving their first meal of the day.


Milan students learn about giving to others

Milan High School’s Work-Based Learning students, led by Jeff Stutler, had another successful Bike for Tikes Drive. They teamed up with Samaritans Hope Chest, and were able to spread joy to underprivileged kids in the community this Christmas.