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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.

07/24/2025

Local schools honored by IHSAA

For the second year in a row, the Indiana High School Athletic Association has recognized numerous schools around the state for exemplary sportsmanship during the past sports calendar and four coverage area schools were among those honored with All-Sportsmanship Awards. -- See more in the July 24 Versailles Republican!

Batesville Bombers win at KnightstownPictured above are the Batesville Bombers 8U All Star Softball League who won two o...
07/23/2025

Batesville Bombers win at Knightstown

Pictured above are the Batesville Bombers 8U All Star Softball League who won two out of four tournaments. Their first win was at the tournament in Batesville at the Plex and they won The Knightstown Softball Bash 2025 Tournament last weekend. Players: Reagan Schmid #1, Ally Hammond #23, Lexy Lacey #13, Riley Parrott #12, Zayla Yeager #8, Avery Brwer #44, Georgia Rose Smock #7, Lillian Werner #15, Georgia Koors #9, Emalyn McConnell #3, Kennedy Gerkin #2, Harper Gerkin #20, and Jayde Baker #10. Coaches are Tyler Schmid, Bryan Lacey, Nate Parrot, Bobby Koors, and Jay Gerkin. They have another tournament scheduled for August 1 in Connersville. -- See more in the July 24 Versailles Republican!

The Tanglewood is refurbished - bringing new life to the square in VersaillesA Ribbon Cutting and Open House was held at...
07/23/2025

The Tanglewood is refurbished - bringing new life to the square in Versailles

A Ribbon Cutting and Open House was held at The Tanglewood on the square in Versailles on Saturday, July 19. A large crowd gathered throughout the two hour time span for the celebration. Brandi Merkel, Ripley County Chamber Executive Director, holds the left side of the ribbon with Matt Cunningham, chamber member, on the right with Donald Ball, architect, Riley Hafft and Jeff Hafft, builders, Holly Wehr, owner, along with members of Holly’s family including sisters Libby Litmer, Dawn Wehr, nieces and friends. The old building has been completely refurbished with several special touches to make it the perfect vision Holly had for the new look. -- See more in the July 24 Versailles Republican!

Milan Clerk-Treasurer asks for Marshal to resign at July meetingMilan had a packed room for their July regular meeting. ...
07/23/2025

Milan Clerk-Treasurer asks for Marshal to resign at July meeting

Milan had a packed room for their July regular meeting. At issue was unkept properties and much more. Town Clerk Treasurer Melissa Teer, stood and addressed the Council, saying she was speaking in the capacity of a resident. “I have concerns along with a lot of other people that I’ve talked to that I want to bring to the forefront here,” she began. -- See the full article in the July 24 Versailles Republican

Eckstein’s dominance continues at Lauf RunPerhaps it was a bit closer than most years but it still took over a minute fo...
07/22/2025

Eckstein’s dominance continues at Lauf Run

Perhaps it was a bit closer than most years but it still took over a minute for a second place finisher to cross the finish line and Oldenburg Academy graduate Curtis Eckstein once again made his presence felt, running away with the 2025 Twister Lauf 5K in Oldenburg. -- See more in the July 22 Osgood Journal!

4-H Fair officially opens - King, Queen namedThe 2025 4-H King and Queen were announced Sunday evening. 4-H King is Quin...
07/22/2025

4-H Fair officially opens - King, Queen named

The 2025 4-H King and Queen were announced Sunday evening. 4-H King is Quintin Sarringhaus, son of Daren and Nikki Sarringhaus. Queen is Sara Swinney, daughter of Matthew and Bridget Swinney. -- See more in the July 22 Osgood Journal!

Jury finds Cross Plains man guilty on s*xual charges against a minor“It’s plain and simple. It’s black and white. Adults...
07/21/2025

Jury finds Cross Plains man guilty on s*xual charges against a minor

“It’s plain and simple. It’s black and white. Adults cannot have s*x with children.” This was the message that Chief Deputy Prosecutor Shane Tucker strongly conveyed to the jury as he began closing arguments for the State of Indiana versus Dylan Iceberg, 27, Cross Plains, on Thursday, July 17. After deliberating for just under an hour, a jury found Iceberg guilty of two level 4 felonies including Sexual Misconduct with a Minor-Def. has in*******se with or engages in other s*xual and Sexual Misconduct with Minor under age 16 and committed by person at least 21 years old. -- See more in the July 22 edition of the Osgood Journal!

Editor's Note: The story of charges against Iceberg was first published July 9, 2024, in the Osgood Journal. Iceberg’s sentencing hearing is scheduled for August 7 at 1:30 p.m.

Fundraiser in Sunman has dual purposeIt is always great to see families in the community giving back while doing a fundr...
07/21/2025

Fundraiser in Sunman has dual purpose

It is always great to see families in the community giving back while doing a fundraiser. Recently, the Gibson children started a snow cone stand to try and raise money for their family vacation expenses to be able to go to Indian Beach, Florida. Mackenzie, 13; Naomi, 8; and Noah, 11 told the Osgood Journal, “We are raising money for extra spending money on vacation and to help our parents with expenses. Our mom has been off work and has been helping care for us and our grandma who has cancer and lots of appointments.” -- See more in the July 22 Osgood Journal!

4-H Fair officially opens - King, Queen namedCorporation Board Members are shown as President, Monica Hansen, cuts the r...
07/21/2025

4-H Fair officially opens - King, Queen named

Corporation Board Members are shown as President, Monica Hansen, cuts the ribbon at the opening ceremonies of the Ripley County Fair on Sunday, July 20. Left to Right: Kylie Adkinson, Charles Baylor, Brandi Brunner, Andy Comer, AJ Ertel, Bryan Franklin, Bryer Franklin, Jim K***z, Kevin Kunz, Peggy Lewis, Jeff Meinders, Brandy Meyer, Andi Nuhring, Kurt Sarringhaus, Shele Wiedeman, and Jason Young. -- See more in the July 22 Osgood Journal!

Local duo on winning South rosterIt was a winning effort for the South once again this past Friday night and a local gri...
07/17/2025

Local duo on winning South roster

It was a winning effort for the South once again this past Friday night and a local gridiron duo aided in the cause as Milan’s Landon Stanley and Batesville’s Gage Pohlman took part in the Indiana Football Coaches Association North/South All-Star Game at Decatur Central High School.--See more in the July 17 issue of The Versailles Republican.

Batesville man takes love of music to a new chapterJohn Webber, 33 of Batesville, is not only a well-known digital media...
07/16/2025

Batesville man takes love of music to a new chapter

John Webber, 33 of Batesville, is not only a well-known digital media creator and businessman (owner of Pro Prints in Batesville) but he is now a man sharing his love and passion for music. Webber just released his first single “Whiskey Sorrow” on all platforms online.--Read the full story in the July 17 issue of The Versailles Republican.

Rain clouds can’t stop the fun!Madelynn Cuneo, 12, performed in the open mic portion of the Sat. evening events. She san...
07/16/2025

Rain clouds can’t stop the fun!

Madelynn Cuneo, 12, performed in the open mic portion of the Sat. evening events. She sang “Easy on Me” by Adele and “How Great Thou Art”. Madelynn is the daughter of Alex and Kaylynn Cuneo of Versailles.--See more in the July 17 issue of The 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.