Some databases are licensed for the exclusive use of Tyson Library patrons. You may need your 14-digit Tyson Library card barcode number, found on the back of your library card, to access a database. Call the library if you need assistance.

Genealogy Resources:

OBITUARIES

CEMETERIES

GENERAL GENEALOGY WEBSITES

ASSOCIATIONS FOR GENEALOGISTS

Low Income Housing Resources:

  • Tyson School Apartments- Low income apartments for senior citizens. Pet friendly. Handicapped accessible. 1 or 2 bedroom apartments.
  • Tyson Colonial Manor Apartments– Apartments for senior citizens ages 62 or older. Pet friendly. Handicapped Accessible.
  • Affordable Housing– use this resource to find low-income apartments in or near Versailles.
  • Indiana Rental Help- HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To learn more, click the link “Indiana Rental Help“
  • Rental Assistance- Learn more about renting and HUD rental assistance programs by clicking the “Rental Assistance” link.
  • Housing Choice Voucher Program- The housing choice voucher program is the federal government’s major program for assisting very low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled to afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market. Find out more information by clicking the link above.
  • https://www.indianahousingnow.org/ – This is a free, state online resource for renters and property managers in Indiana. The dynamic search options allow you to find affordable, accessible and market-rate housing that will fit your needs.

Local Resources:

  • Learn more about Indiana’s history, browse available resources, and learn more about upcoming exhibits.
  • Visit the Ripley County Historical Society‘s website for their hours of operation and  to learn more about their collections, museums, and obtain copies of specific records.
  • Check out the website for the Town of Versailles, In. Learn more of our local history and activities around the community.
  • Visit Ripley County Tourism Bureau for more information regarding happenings in Ripley County.
  • Safe Passage – Local organization aiding in domestic abuse and sexual assault situations. 24/7 Toll-Free Helpline 1-877-733-1990 | Domestic Violence: 1-812-933-1990 | Sexual Assault: 1-812-932-SAFE (7233)
  • Ripley County Community Foundation– administers multiple scholarships which are designed to assist those individuals who desire to obtain a quality education. For a listing of available scholarships with a description of each scholarship’s criteria, please see the Scholarship Brochure by clicking on the link or picture above.
  • Little Free Library map of local Little Free Libraries close to Ripley County can be found below, for more information click here to be routed to the Little Free Library website.

Government Resources:

Veterans’ Resources:

  • Learn more about healthcare, memorials, and other services for Veterans.
  • IDVA’S VETERAN RESOURCE HUB – There are so many times we can get stuck looking for resources and it is very overwhelming to sift through all the information produced from an internet search.
  • The Military Assistance Project – Indiana Legal Services, Inc. created the Military Assistance Project (MAP), a statewide project that is headquartered in Indianapolis, to assist low-income Hoosier military members, veterans, and their families within Indiana.  
  • US Department of Veterans Affairs – This page routes you specifically to the Indiana Locations for VA.
  • The National Personnel Records Center, Military Personnel Records (NPRC-MPR) is the repository of millions of military personnel, health, and medical records of discharged and deceased veterans of all services during the 20th century. 
  • The American Legion – American Legion Department of Indiana Veterans’ Resource page is user friendly and helpful in providing information about veteran benefits, activities, and organizations to Veterans and their families. 

Senior Citizens and Caregivers Resources:

Online Resources:

  • Chilton Library. Search the most authoritative automotive repair information available to car owners. *You will need to login with your library card number in order to access the Chilton Library.*
  • Libby offers eBooks, audiobooks, and more – for checkouts anywhere, anytime. All you need is your library card. If you’re looking to borrow free audiobooks from the library, you’ve come to the right place.
  • BookPage is a monthly book review publication, serving as a guide to the best new books published every month, focusing on bestsellers as well as new discoveries.
  • Gale Legal Forms. Access a wide selection of state-specific (and multi-state) legal forms and resources across the most popular legal areas. Access Gale Legal Forms and find FREE downloadable forms. 
  • Indiana’s Courts Website. Search for public records, news and publications, courts and clerks at Indiana’s Courts Website.
  • Indiana Legal Help. This website helps people looking for civil legal aid. Civil legal aid helps people with non-criminal issues, including family, housing, consumer, healthcare, benefits, employment, and educational services.
  • Indiana Legal Help – (Divorce)- This website helps people looking for civil legal aid. Civil legal aid helps people with non-criminal issues, including family, housing, consumer, healthcare, benefits, employment, and educational services.

School Age Children’s Resources:

  • Inspire Indiana’s virtual library offers magazines, encyclopedias, and other resources to all Indiana residents. Research anything you ever wanted to know! It is also a helpful resource for anyone needing study help for testing on GED, SAT, ASVAB & much more!
  • Accelerated Reader Bookfind. Search for Accelerated Reader books to find out if a book is in your reading level or points range.
  • CultureGrams® is a leading reference for concise and reliable cultural information on the countries of the world. With world events increasingly affecting our lives, it’s more important than ever to educate students about the world around them, and for college students and business people to stay up-to-date.
  • IXL is a A learning website kids love! Master 2000+ K-12 skills online. Proven success
  • AskRose Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology’s AskRose Homework Help is a free math and science tutoring service for Indiana students and other students in grades 6-12. Students can call 877-ASK-ROSE, email, or chat live with a friendly tutor to work through and better understand homework assignments.
  • Career Exploration information for Middle Schoolers
  • 21st Century Scholars- Scholarship for eligibility requirements you must be enrolled in the 7th or 8th grade at an Indiana public or private school accredited by the Indiana Department of Education. Children in foster care may apply after the 8th grade. Homeschooled students are not eligible for the 21st Century Scholars program.
  • EduTrek– Research and connect with practically every University, Community College, Career School, Online School or local education opportunity in the U.S. with our free college matchmaker service.
  • IPL– No matter what the topic, type of essay, or discipline of study, essay writing can be daunting without access to the right resources. Explore these well-researched sample research papers on any topic you need to write about so you can submit a piece worthy of a stellar grade.

High School Seniors Resources:

  • FASFA website. Use the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form to apply for financial aid for college or graduate school.
  • Ripley County Community Foundation– administers multiple scholarships which are designed to assist those individuals who desire to obtain a quality education. For a listing of available scholarships with a description of each scholarship’s criteria, please see the Scholarship Brochure by clicking on the link.
  • Rising Sun Regional Foundation. administers multiple scholarships which are designed to assist those individuals who desire to obtain a quality education. For a listing of available scholarships with a description of each scholarship’s criteria, please see the list of scholarships offered by clicking on the link.
  • ACT information
  • SAT information
  • ASVAB information
  • Choosing a College– There are different types of colleges that fit the different goals of each person. Think about what your goals are, and weigh your options to find a college that best fits your needs.
  • College and Careers Videos-Ever wondered what college is like? How about how you’re going to pay for it all? Maybe you’re curious about your college options in Indiana. Check out the videos to learn about all of this – and more! More videos are being added all the time, so check back soon for more videos to help you plan out your college and career dreams for the future.
  • EduTrek– Research and connect with practically every University, Community College, Career School, Online School or local education opportunity in the U.S. with our free college matchmaker service.
  • Scholarships.com About $19 Billion in Financial Aid to Help You Pay for College
  • Fastweb is your connection to scholarships, colleges, financial aid and more.
  • UNIGO is your connection to OVER 3.6M in Scholarships
  • Airforce information
  • Army information
  • Navy information
  • Coast guard information
  • Marines information
Apprenticeship and military information