Batesville-based First Community Bank hosted a grand opening celebration for its new Batesville operations center at 1401 Harrison Street, beside the financial institution’s main bank, on Tuesday. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held as state, county, and city government officials,…
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- MagazineSeptember 2020
Incorporation in Independence County: Along the White River, a Tale of Two Cities
by AMP Staffby AMP StaffSouthside, perched atop Ramsey Mountain in Independence County, is a booming area rife with car dealerships, restaurants and new businesses, but despite rapid growth the town maintains its small-town, “Mayberry” sense of community. Threaten that style of life, though, and…
By Jeanni Brosius After taking a moment to swear in a newly elected official, Mayor Rick Elumbaugh returns to his office, smiling and eager to talk about his town. Beginning his 13th year as mayor of Batesville, he says he…