In the Thursday, June 27 issue
From prison to the office of the Governor
Ripley County is celebrating a recent success story at home. Jessica Ogden was recently honored by meeting and telling her story to Governor Eric Holcomb. She was invited by Director of Adult Education at River Valley Resources – Work One (RVR), Konnie …
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Versailles holds annual 5K
125 competitors combined to walk and run this past Saturday and those same racers braved the heat to participate in the Versailles Back to Square 5K Walk/Run. A 1980’s themed party highlighted the 5K which served as a new version of the annual event wi …
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New Marion Fire Department stands ready to serve
After many months of hard work and dedication from the community, New Marion Fire Department has a new home for their firefighters and equipment.
Versailles square was packed with activity
Twisted Wrench and Paps Chop Shop had their inaugural car show for Courthouse Days on the Versailles Town Square on Sat. June 22. The extreme heat didn’t stop the crowds who came out for the day. They had 58 cars of all make and models and 14 bikes.
The Great Race comes through Ripley County
A lot of people were wondering why so many classic cars were in Ripley County on 800 S. on Saturday, June 22. Pictured left is Ted Robinson of Estero, Florida and his navigator, Christopher Meccia (right) of Danville, KY, standing beside Ted’s 1931 Buick. They were traveling from Owensboro, KY, to Gardiner, Maine, participating in The Great American Race, which is a yearly event.
