January 2010 Archive

The Versailles Republican - January 28, 2010

Commissioners look at insurance options
Wanda English Burnett
Editor

The Ripley County Commissioners considered employee health insurance options at the regular meeting on Monday, January 25. Edward Culpepper Cooper, vice-president of Maverick Insurance of Batesville, presented a wellness program, which could help to reduce the costs associated with county employee healthcare.
 

Joe Clark is honored as Fireman of the Year at Holton

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Ripley County Council approves appropriations, make appointments

Wanda English Burnett
Editor

The January meeting of the Ripley County Council was held Tuesday, January 19 instead of their regularly scheduled date of the third Monday of each month due to Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

At the meeting unanimous approval was given for Dephane Smith to continue as council president with Donald Dunbar serving as president pro-tem.

Osgood Journal - January 26, 2010

Osgood council makes appointments

Beth Rumsey, Staff Writer

Appointing individuals to represent the town of Osgood was the order of business for the first regular Osgood Town Council meeting of 2010 on Tuesday, January 19. Tammy Wilhoit was unanimously appointed to the Southeastern Indiana Regional Planning Commission board and Ed Newman was re-appointed to the Ripley County Area Planning Commission.

Milan School Board invites public input
State cuts to affect local schools


Beth Rumsey, Staff Writer

Interim Superintendent Steve Gookins addressed the financial challenges facing Milan in the coming year due to budget cuts by the state at the regular board meeting on Monday, January 18. According to Gookins, he is currently looking into all operational costs to find ways to reduce spending to accommodate these cuts.
 

JCD board members tour SCC

Beth Rumsey, Staff Writer

The Jac-Cen-Del School Board had the opportunity to tour the Southeastern Career Center in Versailles at their regular meeting on Wednesday, January 20. According to Superintendent Bill Narwold, the tour will provide board members insight to the changes that have been made in curriculum and programs offered to their students.

 

The Versailles Republican - January 21, 2010

Two Holton men arrested after police discover active meth lab


Wanda English Burnett
Editor

Two Holton men were arrested earlier this week after police in Decatur County made a traffic stop and discovered an active methamphetamine lab inside the vehicle.

According to information from Sgt. Robert Duckworth of the Decatur County Sheriff’s Office, the discovery was made after they received a report of suspicious activity on west County Road 1100 S. in Decatur County. Deputy Kevin Rohr and Trooper Rick Love of the Indiana State Police responded.

Milan Indian Varsity and Reserve Wrestlers claim SIWC Tournament Championship Titles


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Property owner questions planning
commission about county road

Beth Rumsey
Staff Wrier

The application for a rezone from A-2 to Roadside Business filed by Ed Fraley, tabled at the December meeting, was considered at the regular planning commission meeting on Tuesday, January 5. The application will include 20.1869 acres at property near Elrod.

Osgood Journal - January 19, 2010

Mulford named Person of the Year

Wanda English Burnett
Editor

Dan Mulford was named the 2009 Person of the Year at the January meeting of the Ripley County Local Emergency Planning Committee. LEPC Chair

Efforts underway to give to earthquake victims
Local hands reach out to Haiti


Wanda English Burnett
Editor

The cry for help from those directly affected by the earthquake in Haiti last Tuesday, January 12 has been heard around the world and Ripley County has joined those responding.
 

Artist captures face of possible assailant


Wanda English Burnett
Editor

Sheriff Tom Grills, along with other officers from the Ripley County Sheriff’s Office, has been working with Detective Jane Noel of the Cincinnati Police Department to come up with a sketch of a suspect in a sexual assault case.

The Versailles Republican - January 14, 2010

Several offices up for Primary Election
Voters have many local choices


Wanda English Burnett
Editor

Next Wednesday, January 20, filing for the 2010 Primary Election will begin in the Voter Registration Office of the Ripley County Clerk’s Office, second floor of the courthouse, according to Diane Macek, election deputy.

2010 RCIT Girls Varsity Champions

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Free will offering supper and music fest set at Milan VFW
Community comes together to help young man seriously injured


Wanda English Burnett
Editor

 Dylan’s well being is about all his mother, Barbara Hotko, has on her mind these days. She told The Versailles Republican she is grateful for people like Jean Stoddard, who is organizing a fundraiser to help the family after Dylan Eadens, 19, was involved in a horrific car crash December 13.

Osgood Journal - January 12, 2010

Arrest warrant issued for Holton man after police find working meth lab


Wanda English Burnett
Editor

 The Ripley County Circuit Court issued an arrest warrant yesterday, January 11 for William “Woody” Baker, 33, of Holton, for Manufacturing Methamphetamine, a Class B felony.

Police ask for any information regarding sexual assault report

Wanda English Burnett
Editor

 According to information from Sheriff Tom Grills his office is investigating a report of a sexual assault involving a 19-year-old female.

The alleged assault happened Saturday night, January 9 near the Holton area, while the female was traveling along Hopewell Road. The female reported she had stopped to assist a stranded motorist when she was assaulted by a white male. He was operating a small, older black pickup truck.
 

2010 Basketball Hall of Fame inductees

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The Versailles Republican - January 7, 2010

SR School Board January mtg. changed

KarenReynolds
Contributing Writer

At the December meeting of the South Ripley School Board it was unanimously approved to change the date of the January meeting from 18 to 11. This was done to keep in compliance with Indiana law requiring board reorganization by January 15.

MMCH welcomes first baby of 2010

 

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Local legion members send supplies to Iraq


Beth Rumsey
Staff Writer

 Students attending the Vocational and Technical School in Balad, Iraq, will be able to continue with their studies thanks to the efforts of Second Lt. Amanda Thompson and the 732nd Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron Facility Engineer Team 2 (FET 2) as well as the American Legion Post #173 of Versailles.

Osgood Journal - January 5, 2010

Osgood Police Dept. to comply with interview procedures

Beth Rumsey
Staff Writer

At the December meeting of the Osgood Town Council, Marshal John Hegge said the police department will now be required to interview all felony suspects by audio and video. He said this would result in the need to purchase additional equipment at an estimated cost of almost $15,000.

Milan American Legion receives special flag
Soldier thankful for home support

Wanda English Burnett
Editor

 A local soldier showed his appreciation to the Milan American Legion after returning from Iraq just days before Christmas.

Spc. Mark Toms presented a flag to Ron Mills, commander of the Smith Ashcraft Kissell Post #235 last week with past Ninth District Commander Raymond “Al” Kerner Jr. and present Ninth District Commander Alex F. Cook of Paoli, in attendance. Kerner, of Sunman, is the present District Nine Membership Chairman.
 

Cheatham to seek re-election to Legislature

State Representative Dave Cheatham announced that he will seek re-election to the Legislature in Indiana House District 69. Cheatham is completing his sixth term in the General Assembly, returning in 2006 to the position he had previously held for eight years.

“Because we are looking at challenging times, we need to keep leaders with the experience and commitment to fight for their community to get the resources and opportunities to make the future better,” Cheatham said.