News - The Rushville Recorder

Facebook

| Twitter

| Instagram

| Subscribe

FEBRUARY MEETING DATE

The Carthage Town Board will be will be holding their regular monthly board meeting for February as follows:
NOTICE OF EXECUTIVE SESSION OF THE CARTHAGE TOWN COUNCIL

February 10^th, 2023, Friday, to be held said date at 6:00 p.m., at the

Carthage Town Hall, 6 West 1st Street, Carthage, Indiana
Rushville goes green for mental health awareness

Statistics show that 1 in 5 adults have a mental illness. Although the statistic is staggering, the topic is not widely discussed, leaving many without the help or support needed. In 1949 the Mental Health America Organization began raising awareness by deeming May National Mental Health Awareness Month. The Rushville community embraced the May initiative to raise awareness and let those in the community silently battling Mental Illness know they are not alone.
RACE INTO RUSH COUNTY

The Heart of Rushville is getting revved up for the month of May and all of the activities and warm weather it promises. As part of that excitement, they are looking forward to an exciting Race into Rush County, Presented by American Family Insurance, Jordan Watson Agency this weekend. This event was created last year by Hannah McGee, Rush County's own 2021 500 Festival Princess.
Meet Kathi Jackley - Natural Resource and Program Coordinator for Rushville Parks Dept.

The Rushville Parks Department recently hired Kathi Jackley of New Salem as the new part-time Natural Resource and Program Coordinator.
“I bring with me to this job a passion for the outdoors and our park system,” Jackley shared. “I love our public lands and believe in fostering a connection to our land and parks through hands-on connection.”
State Road 44 West closed for repairs

State Rd 44 west by the State Highway Garage will be closed for up to 4 weeks for Emergency Culvert Repair.
History in The 765 – USAC Plane Crash of 1978

On April 23, 1978 a plane carrying USAC officials left the Trenton New Jersey Championship race bound for Indianapolis.
The Rushville Public Library holds events in April

The Rushville Public Library has upcoming events community members won't want to miss. The first event is a Murder Mystery Night designed for thrill-seekers.
Rushville businesses invited to participate in job fair

Rush County Chamber of Commerce and Eastern Indiana Works welcomes you to the Rush County Community "Rush-to-Work" Job Fair. The Job Fair is free to all businesses looking for employees.
Rushville teacher named a finalist for Golden Owl Award

On March 22nd, the Indiana FFA and Nationwide honored Blair Orme, an agricultural teacher at Rushville Consolidated High School, as a finalist for the 2021-22 Ag Educator of the Year honor through Nationwide's Golden Owl Award.
Gov. Holcomb issues statement on signing of HB 1296

INDIANAPOLIS- Governor Eric J. Holcomb today signed HB 1296. The governor and ISP Superintendent Doug Carter issued the following statements.
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy research in rush county

Attention community members: The Indiana Communities Institute (ICI) from Ball State University will be hosting a meeting to gather information for Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) research on behalf of the Eastern Indiana Regional Planning Commission (EIRPC).
38th annual Indiana Student/Teacher Achievement honors six local teachers and students

Indiana Student Teacher Achievement Recognition dates back to 1984 when area schools (Centerville, Connersville, Franklin County, Hagerstown, Lincoln, Rushville, Tri High and Union County) created the program to enhance two focal areas of schooling – teaching and learning -- and to honor outstanding examples of each.
Parker Wicker selected to join elite Drum Corps International Group

Rushville Consolidated High School sophomore Parker Wicker was recently offered a contract with the Drum Corps International (DCI) group legends – Drum and Bugle Corps.
Indiana State Police Conducting Death Investigation

On March 6, 2022, Detectives with the Indiana State Police-Versailles Post began conducting a death investigation after an adult male was found deceased in a vehicle in Brownstown, Indiana.
Lower Big Blue River Watershed Project announces cost share funding for Rush County

Along with Shelby, Johnson, Henry and Hancock, Rush County can apply for funding for the Lower Big Blue River Watershed Project in partnership with County Soil and Water Conservation Districts.
Rushville Consolidated High School held its 9th annual pep session Monday

RCHS held its ninth annual all-school pep session at the end of the day on Monday, Jan. 31., sponsored by the Principal's Advisory Committee (PAC).
Teen sentenced to 100 years in prison for the murder of younger siblings

"I'm glad it will be over tomorrow," Gary McCartney, father of Desiree McCartney, said on Monday evening before the sentencing of 17-year-old Nickalas Kedrowitz on Tuesday, Feb. 1. "I waited four years for it to be done."
Parks and Recreation board welcomes new members and share park updates

The parks and recreation board met on Tuesday, Jan. 11, and welcomed a new park board member who replaced James Zachery. In addition, Dan Burklow introduced Zach Goodwin, the new assistant parks director, and Brian Sowder as the full-time laborer/foreman. Andrew Miller is also employed part-time.
Governor Holcomb makes it official: The Sagamore of the Wabash is presented to Sgt.Maj. Bob Brown

Rush County veteran, Sgt. Maj. Bob Brown, 94, was awarded the Sagamore of the Wabash on Dec. 7 at the Rush County Elks. Just over a month after receiving the award, Brown made the trip to Indianapolis where the award was officially presented to Brown by Gov. Holcomb.

Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Weather report Rushville

Rushville County
Schools Status

Search only accepts letters and numbers.

More information on Rushville’s iconic lions

Rushville Directory 1921

Suspect in Denise Pflum Cold Case maintained innocence on death bed

A glimpse into progress at the Rushville Villas

Community center update: Behind the scenes progress

News

Indiana Commission to Combat Drug Abuse

Indiana’s Commission to Combat Drug Abuse will meet virtually Friday morning. At the meeting, Executive Director for Drug Prevention, Treatment and Enforcement Douglas Huntsinger and other commission members will discuss continued efforts related to the drug crisis. Chairman Huntsinger will make an announcement.

Gov. Holcomb COVID-19 Address

Updates on the state's fight against COVID-19

210 East US 52, Suite C
Rushville, IN 46173

Office: (765) 647-4221

[email protected]

Hours

Monday - Friday: 8 AM to 4 PM

Map

Channels

Facebook
Twitter

Life