Batesville Middle School Wins Division I at Rube Goldberg Machine Contest

The competition took place last week at Jac-Cen-Del High School.

Photo by Genesis: Pathways to Success.

(Osgood, Ind.) – The 11th annual Rube Goldberg Machine Contest was held last week at Jac-Cen-Del High School.

This year’s Rube Goldberg machines were challenged to “Open a Book” with a minimum of 15 steps for Division I and a minimum of 20 steps for Division II, and a maximum of 75 steps in each division.

Seven teams competed across the two divisions.

This year’s Division I winner is Batesville Middle School. St. Louis Catholic School placed second, followed by Salem Middle School.

Batesville Middle School also received honors for the Best Literacy Theme.

In Division II, Anderson High School was the champion. Ripley County Engineering Academy placed second with Batesville High School coming in third.

Other awards included Most Innovative Way to Start a Machine (St. Louis Catholic School), and Best Use of a Robot (Anderson High School).

For more information, visit Genesis Pathways to Success | Facebook

More from Local News

Events

Two Former Fire Chiefs Arrested on Theft Related Charges

The alleged thefts from Montgomery Township Volunteer Fire Department took place between 2021 and 2024. 

Charges Filed in Major Mail Theft and Forgery Case in Ohio County

Investigators confirmed victims experienced missing or delayed mail, including checks and other critical financial documents.

D.I.C.E. Challenge Community Business Pitch Competition Returns

The competition is designed for founders in the earliest stages of business development.

Local Sports Report - January 30-31, 2026

Conference and sectional champs were crowned over the weekend.

East Central Wins Wrestling Sectional Title, Several SEI Stars Advance to Regional

Local wrestling sectionals were held at South Dearborn and Jennings County.

Local Sports Report - January 29, 2026

Girls basketball and boys swimming results.

On Air

Your Hometown Radio Station playing
Zach Top - Cold Beer and Country Music

Montgomery Gentry One In Every Crowd 2:27
Keith Urban John Cougar, John Deere, John 3:16 2:23
Tracy Lawrence Renegades, Rebels & Rogues 2:21
Eric Church Monsters 2:17