Entries for June 2017
Posted
by Bryce Kendrick
on
Thursday, June 29, 2017
For city residents only, the City of Rising Sun will make dumpsters available at the City Dump on the following remaining Saturdays in 2017 from 7 to 11 am: July 1, August 5, September 23, October 7 and November 4.
The following items are not permitted at the dump: liquids, hazardous waste, wet or lead paint, closed drums, Freon containing refrigeration equipment, tires or mercury containing lamps.
Posted
by Bryce Kendrick
on
Tuesday, June 27, 2017
Rising Sun's fabulous fireworks event is Monday, July 3 at Riverfront Park on Front Street. Bring your family and friends, a comfy blanket or lawn chairs for a full evening of musical entertainment, food and explosive fun! An event map is attached below.
MUSIC! The event starts at 7 pm with live music by Mike Davis, a fantastic Elvis impersonator, who rocks the riverfront at the park's picnic shelter until 9:30 pm.
FOOD! Be sure to come hungry. From 7 ... Read more...
Posted
by Bryce Kendrick
on
Thursday, June 22, 2017
In 2012, Rising Sun City Council passed an ordinance permitting the use of motorized carts (golf carts) on city streets. That ordinance was recently amended to include the use of recreational off-highway vehicles also known as "UTVs" (as referenced going forward) and/or "side-by-sides".
UTVs may be operated on Rising Sun city streets providing the operator has a valid driver's licence, the UTV has been insured and it has been registered with the State of Indiana.
Unlike golf ... Read more...
Posted
by Bryce Kendrick
on
Thursday, June 22, 2017
Yard sales, garage sales and flea markets (further referenced as "sales") are a common occurance in nearly every community across America and, for the most part, are a very useful event for both the seller and those looking for great deals on various used items. However, perpetual sales are a nuisance and are no longer permited within the City of Rising Sun.
All sales, whether on personal or business property, are now regulated per a recently passed ordinance by Rising Sun City Council. &... Read more...
Posted
by Bryce Kendrick
on
Monday, June 19, 2017
Due to scheduling conflicts, the July 6, 2017 Rising Sun City Council meeting will now be held on July 13, 2017 at 6 pm in the City Administration Builiding at 200 North Walnut Street, Rising Sun, IN.
Posted
by Bryce Kendrick
on
Monday, June 12, 2017
The City of Rising Sun extends its sincerest thanks and appreciation to the Rising Sun Regional Foundation for helping fund the purchase of a nearly new backhoe for the street department. The grant award received is $40,000.
The existing 1998 backhoe has over 5500 hours of service on it which is 500 more than the typical life expectancy. The 2015 model being purchased has only 20 hours of service making it relatively brand new.
The city will trade it its current unit for a credit (... Read more...
Posted
by Bryce Kendrick
on
Wednesday, June 07, 2017
The installation of the city docks will be completed on Wednesday, June 7.
Now for a little Otis Redding...
"(Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay"
Sittin' in the morning sun
I'll be sittin' when the evening comes
Watching the ships roll in
Then I watch them roll away again, yeah
I'm sittin' on the dock of the bay
Watchin' the tide roll away, ooh
I'm just sittin' on the dock of the bay
Wastin' time
I left my home in Georgia
Headed for the Frisco Bay
Cuz I've had nothing to li... Read more...
Posted
by Bryce Kendrick
on
Monday, June 05, 2017
The section of Front Street between First and Williams will be crack filled and sealed Wednesday, June 7.
Posted
by Bryce Kendrick
on
Thursday, June 01, 2017
Below is the May 2017 RIsing Sun Senior Nutrition Activity Center Menu and Activity Calendar.
June 2017
Rising Sun Senior Nutrition Activity Center
Menu & Activity Calendar
Located at Hoosier Boy Apartments, 211 South Walnut St., Rising Sun, IN
Contact Laura Baresel, SNAC Director, at 812-438-2468 to reserve a meal
Hours: 10:15a... Read more... |