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In the Thursday, June 19, 2025 issue

Osgood woman arrested on drug charges

Josie M. Carr, 39, of Osgood, was among several who were arrested in Scott County recently. She was taken in on charges of Dealing in Methamphetamine, Possession of Methamphetamine, Visiting a Common Nuisance, Possession of a Syringe and Paraphernalia. …

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Siefert named Region Coach of the Year

The name Siefert holds a special meaning when it comes to Batesville Athletics and another bearing the legendary last name has made his mark in the coaching world as Batesville’s Ben Siefert has been named the 2025 Region 6 Boys Golf Coach of the Year. …

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In the print edition:

Rain doesn’t deter Hippie Fest

Kylie, Aisley, Ryker, and Jeneen Os- tendorf, Lila Neal, Brock Peetz, Shannon Peetz and Julie Ricke, posed for a photo beside this Flower motif car at the Hippie Fest over the weekend that was held despite the rain. Ostendorf, and others who organized the event to raise money for Ripley County C.A.R.E., Inc., said the weather did keep some people away, but they served over 100 meals.


Stoplight to improve traffic flow installed

A traffic light has been installed at State Road 46 and Huntersville Road, Batesville. The hope is to make an easier flow of traffic for motorists where many are turning for school in the early morning and afternoons.