Baby box bill advances

The Indiana House of Representatives last week voted unanimously in support of State Rep. Randy Frye’s (R-Greensburg) legislation that would make it easier for communities across the state to install Safe Haven Baby Boxes.

Amanda Eldridge

Amanda Eldridge enjoying the fruits of her labor

For years, Amanda Eldridge has been slowly connecting the pieces to her career path puzzle and recently was able to enjoy the fruits of her labor. She and her food truck – Amanda’s Mobile Diner – made their debut for National Pie Day, on Jan.

Ohio River Foundation begins large habitat restoration

The Ohio River Foundation (ORF) is embarking on one of the largest habitat restoration project ever undertaken in Southwest Ohio. The project, made possible by a $50,000 grant from Coors Seltzer and its Change the Course partnership, will restore six miles of riverbank along three Ohio River tributaries: the Little Miami River, Great Miami River and O’Bannon Creek.

Health department

Snow causing disruption in vaccinations

The snow storm that struck Indiana earlier this week is playing havoc with COVID-19 vaccinations at the Lawrenceburg Event Center. Dearborn County Health Officer Dr.

Thanks from Operation Christmas Child

Dear Editor, Despite a global pandemic, Dearborn County residents shared the true meaning of Christmas with children in need this past holiday season. Generosity throughout Southeast Indiana resulted in 11,488 shoebox gifts collected at curbside drop-off locations for the Samaritan’s Purse project Operation Christmas Child.

Court News

Circuit and Superior Courts Jan. 8-14, 2021 Divorce Decree The following have been granted dissolution of marriage: Michelle and Jeffrey Rauch Daniel and Adrienne R.

Area students make Alabama’s honors

Jenna Bennett and Jack Orear of Lawrenceburg were named to the President’s List at the University of Alabama. Those making the President’s List have academic records of 4.0 (all A’s)..

Mike Northcutt

Council OK’s Main Street project

At its February meeting, the Rising Sun City Council approved to proceed with the beautification and revitalization project on Main street. The project includes 16 tree boxes with trees, 16 benches, and 30 waste can lids.

Jack Sutton

Review points out pros, cons of city

Rising Sun officials recently participated in a River Town Review workshop via a Zoom conference call with the National Park Service, Ohio River Recreation Trail, and other agencies. Those representing Rising Sun included David Hamilton of Ohio County Tourism, Jamie Bell of the Parks Department, Lane Siekman of Economic Development, and Cliff Thies of the Ohio County Historical Society.

Cloe Ballard, from left, Nora Powell, Allee Howlett, and Aimee Howlett-Ballard initiated snow decorating at the senior housing complex after the snowfall. The four have been referred to as the snow fairies. One of the managers of the complex, Paula Gentrup, is with the dog the four completed. SUBMITTED PHOTOS

Winter brings cancellations and fun

Recent winter weather has been daunting for some. Students are on their fourth snow day and counting. The Ohio County Board of Commissioners closed the county courthouse, and the public library did the same. COVID vaccinations were even put on hold until the weather cooperated enough to make road conditions safe.