Holton woman in the spotlight
2026 marks the International Year of the Woman Farmer – a United Nations initiative recognizing the vital role women play in agriculture and agribusiness. To
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Get ready to shop and save this Saturday
You have to do just a little leg work, but the rewards will be worth it! The Ripley County Chamber of Commerce has partnered with
Read the story »Quilts of Valor presented to Veterans
Bobbin Winders, a quilting group who meet at Beach Country Retreat in Holton, had two special guests on Thursday, January 15. Carl Douglas Johnson Jr.,
Read the story »Local man gives bicycles to kids…got any old bikes or spare parts?
Some children might take riding a bike for granted. But, not Leroy Swanson. He remembers the time when he was a boy and he didn’t
Read the story »South Ripley’s Beth Schmaltz named Game Changer
Last night at South Ripley High School before the varsity game LaRosa’s Chief People Officer and beloved mascot Luigi presented Beth Schmaltz an award –
Read the story »Jury returns guilty verdict in burglary trial
After evidence was presented at trial last week, a jury found Frank T. Platt, 38, of Milan, guilty of Burglary, a level 5 Felony.It took
Read the story »Attorney recognized at SR meeting
Attorney Merritt Alcorn was recognized for his 40 plus years of service to the South Ripley Community School Corporation at the regular December meeting. Superintendent
Read the story »Versailles Healthcare coming soon!
Over the weekend a social media post had the community buzzing. It stated that Versailles Healthcare would be coming soon! Many questions followed with Marie
Read the story »Milan School Board congratulates students, athletes
At the last regular school board meeting of the year for the Milan Community School Corporation there were lots of recognitions.Ryan Langferman recognized junior students
Read the story »JCD Ambassadors making a difference
Jac-Cen-Del Elementary’s Student Ambassador Program is in full swing! This is a new program at JCDE this year. The program was researched and modeled after
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