In the Thursday, October 2, 2025 issue
Prosecutor is serious about domestic violence
A Batesville man who pled guilty to felony Intimidation and misdemeanor Invasion of Privacy is alleged to have violated his probation and committed a new felony less than 30 days into his 1217-day sentence. However, due to Ripley Superior Court not ext …
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Coach given $1,000 bond
After a warrant was issued on September 23 for the arrest of Leon A. Morales, 50, of Cincinnati, OH, he turned himself in at the Ripley County Jail on Tuesday, September 30, of this week at 7:03 a.m. Morales was given a $1,000 bond by Judge Jeffrey Sha …
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Versailles Lions Club 2025 Pumpkin Show winners named:
Michael Eddy’s got the Best Overall Float and also placed first in the Organization Float category.
Royalty named at Batesville Applefest
The 34th Annual AppleFest was held this past weekend at Liberty Park. The weather was perfect for the event that found families, friends and visitors celebrating fall traditions, enjoying delicious food, shopping at local vendors and naming 2025 Royalty. Pictured left are second graders Roscoe Lecher, Prince Apple Jack and Lola Strole, Princess Apple Dumpling. This is one of the highlights of the event and is organized by the Batesville High School Key Club.
