Today's News

Shelby County this week is losing two long contributors to the quality of life for all of us with the retirements of Dr. Ronald Waldridge and Circuit Clerk Kathy Nichols.

Public service is like our profession not so much a career as a calling. No one gets rich – except the citizens who benefit from officials’ personal efforts.

First, there’s Dr. Waldridge, the recognized father of public parks in our county.

Today there is darkness in what for decades had been a bright spot in downtown Shelbyville.

Maggie’s Bistro 535, the latest incarnation of an eatery that has fed residents and visitors for more than a quarter of a century, has closed, a note on the front door telling patrons that the restaurant won’t be reopening and is for sale.

The sticker shock is stunning, something that makes you turn your head and look for a second time.

Then you hear the kicker: Every time you play, you have to pay.

We’re talking about the weekend admission to the Shelby County Fair.

$10. Not chump change, considering that rides, food and everything else cost extra.

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