Ripley Publishing Co., Inc.

Ripley Publishing Co., Inc. Publishers of the Osgood Journal and The Versailles Republican. Visit www.ripleynews.com to view a s Ripley Publishing Company, Inc.

is independently owned by Gene and Jo Jean Demaree and serves all of Ripley County, Indiana. The newspapers are published in both print and digital versions.

Crowd enjoys St. Nicholas Annual FestivalPictured is Connie and Marty Brunner, of Batesville, with Cathy and Russ Niese,...
08/21/2025

Crowd enjoys St. Nicholas Annual Festival

Pictured is Connie and Marty Brunner, of Batesville, with Cathy and Russ Niese, of Sunman. They came out to support their parish event and enjoyed the delicious chicken dinners served at the St. Nicholas Annual Festival held on Sunday, Aug. 17.

Teachers never quit teaching!Former educator at South Ripley, Judi Geyman, enjoys reading to children at the Novel HeArt...
08/20/2025

Teachers never quit teaching!

Former educator at South Ripley, Judi Geyman, enjoys reading to children at the Novel HeArts event held on Saturday, Aug. 16. She read her favorite children's book, “Corduroy” by Don Freeman. Geyman taught for 36 years before retiring in 2005 and has also been involved with Little Blessings Christian Preschool since before retirement.

Courthouse Open House held to showcase renovationA ribbon cutting and open house was held at the Ripley County Courthous...
08/20/2025

Courthouse Open House held to showcase renovation

A ribbon cutting and open house was held at the Ripley County Courthouse, Versailles, on Saturday, August 16 to display the renovations that have been taking place since June 3, 2024. Pictured from left to right: Art Noel, project manager; Chris Schmaltz, former commissioner; Amy Copeland, auditor; Roger Gullion, commissioner; Rick Anderson, project coordinator; Jeff Volz, commissioner; Craig Herbert, maintenance supervisor; and cutting the ribbon are Peg Ehlers, Ripley County Council and Mark Horstman, commissioner. Also pictured, Caleb Kelly of Milan created the scales of justice display which can be found on the second floor of the courthouse where Ripley County Circuit Court is located. The scales of justice symbolize the need to weigh evidence and arguments from all sides of a case before reaching a decision.

Lady Raiders move to 5-0South Ripley volleyball is now 5-0 on the season after a pair of victories on Monday and Tuesday...
08/20/2025

Lady Raiders move to 5-0

South Ripley volleyball is now 5-0 on the season after a pair of victories on Monday and Tuesday of this week.--Read more in the August 21 issue of The Versailles Republican.

Messages in a bottle come full circleThis time of year, thoughts of a special person are ever present in the minds and h...
08/20/2025

Messages in a bottle come full circle

This time of year, thoughts of a special person are ever present in the minds and hearts of those who loved him.
Tanner Tucker was one of a kind.
The close-knit group of friends of his were one of a kind.--Read the full story in the August 21 issue of The Versailles Republican.

New Marion Fire Department has good day for rideThe 2nd Annual New Marion Fire Department Side by Side and Jeep Ride was...
08/19/2025

New Marion Fire Department has good day for ride

The 2nd Annual New Marion Fire Department Side by Side and Jeep Ride was held on Saturday, August 16. Scott Meisberger led the ride that started at the fire department in New Marion with two stops at the Canaan Fire Department while cruising the countryside for nearly 50 miles before returning for a meal prepared by Rolling Pin Catering. There were around 70 units that registered for the ride in support of the New Marion Fire Department. -- see more in the August 19 Osgood Journal.

The Fourth Annual Sunman Health Fair was successfulThe Sunman Community 4th annual Health Fair was held at the Sunman A...
08/19/2025

The Fourth Annual Sunman Health Fair was successful

The Sunman Community 4th annual Health Fair was held at the Sunman American Legion on Saturday, Aug. 16. It was another great success bringing awareness for all ages. New vendors this year and great information on health awareness for the community was given out for free. Pictured are Lillian and Sydney Powell of Batesville who stopped by the INcompass booth to speak with Nicole Kinney and Kiersten Libby about their services. -- see more in the August 19 edition of the Osgood Journal

Local duo reaches volleyball milestonesJac-Cen-Del's Molli Weber tallied her 1000th career dig while Milan senior Emma V...
08/18/2025

Local duo reaches volleyball milestones

Jac-Cen-Del's Molli Weber tallied her 1000th career dig while Milan senior Emma Voss reached 1000 career assists. Both student-athletes took part in invitational play on Saturday to reach the major marks. -- See the full article in the August 19 Osgood Journal!

Shooting near Dillsboro leaves one deceased, one incarceratedIn an incident that occurred close to Ripley County last we...
08/18/2025

Shooting near Dillsboro leaves one deceased, one incarcerated

In an incident that occurred close to Ripley County last week, Brent David Wellman, 33, Seymour, is in custody and Dennis W. Adams, Jr., 39, of Erlanger, KY, was discovered deceased from multiple gunshot wounds. -- See the full article in the August 19 Osgood Journal.

Batesville teen named 2025 Indiana Jersey QueenRhea Miller, age 19 of Batesville, took her 4-H passion and experience to...
08/18/2025

Batesville teen named 2025 Indiana Jersey Queen

Rhea Miller, age 19 of Batesville, took her 4-H passion and experience to the next level at the 2025 Indiana State Fair. She claimed the title for 2025 Indiana Jersey Queen. She is the daughter of Ryan Miller (Jody Sarringhaus) and Crystal (Daniel) Roark. Miller is a 2024 graduate of Batesville High School. She is attending Purdue University, studying Animal Science with a concentration in Pre-Veterinary Medicine. --- See more in the August 19 Osgood Journal

Outdoor church services well attendedElmer and Lois Powell had some comfortable seats to listen to Chad Schwering preach...
08/14/2025

Outdoor church services well attended

Elmer and Lois Powell had some comfortable seats to listen to Chad Schwering preach, settling their golfcart right behind the chairs and covered tent. You can see just how happy they were to be there for Sunday service. When asked what’s their favorite thing about going to church, Elmer gave a simple “Jesus!” Lois said she loved the feeling that she gets while she’s there. -- See more in the August 14 edition of the Versailles Republican!

08/14/2025

SR announces baseball complex plans

Forest G. Waters Field at South Ripley High School has always been one of the premier locations for high school baseball around Southeastern Indiana and next season will solidify that as the Raiders have announced plans for a massive overhaul of the complex. -- See the full article in the August 14 Versailles Republican.

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Ripley Publishing Company, publishers of the Osgood Journal and The Versailles Republican, has served Ripley County since 1856. The newspapers are published in both print and digital versions. Wanda Burnett is managing editor.