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Ben Wilkerson named 2020 Lilly Scholar
(Local News ~ 12/12/19)
You could say it’s in the blood for Ben Wilkerson, but that would be selling the Greencastle High School senior a little short. It’s true that when Ben was named the 2020 Putnam County Lilly Endowment Community Scholar on Thursday, he wasn’t the first member of his family to attain the high honor. But in joining older brother Zach, the 2016 Lilly Scholar for the county, young Ben did so on his own merits...
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Friday night high school basketball previews
(High School Sports ~ 12/12/19)
Tipoff: 7:30 p.m. The coaches: Greg Dean is in his sixth year at South Putnam. Bryce Rector is in his fourth year at Greencastle. Special events: Several activities will take place in conjunction with the history of the teams, with past players being honored throughout the night...
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Cloverdale recount slated Monday
(Local News ~ 12/12/19)
On Monday Dec. 16, the 2019 municipal election cycle in Putnam County could finally, perhaps, come to a close. That is the date set for the appointed commission to meet and recount the ballots in the Cloverdale clerk-treasurer race between incumbent Cheryl Galloway and challenger Vanessa Carr...
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Inmate facing more time for alleged trafficking incident
(Local News ~ 12/12/19)
Already incarcerated for dealing in a controlled substance, a Putnamville Correctional Facility (PCF) inmate apparently hasn’t learned his lesson. Consequently, David L. Eads, 31, is facing additional charges for allegedly working with a co-conspirator to bring controlled substances into PCF with the intent of selling them to another inmate...
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Phyllis Louise Priest
(Obituary ~ 12/12/19)
Phyllis Louise Priest, 68, of Greencastle, passed away at home on Nov. 28, 2019 surrounded by family. Phyllis was born in Columbus, Ohio, to Gladys and Dudley Bailey on March 13, 1951. She married her lifelong husband, Wayne Priest, on Aug. 9, 1969...
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Jimmie Ray Thomas
(Obituary ~ 12/12/19)
Jimmie Ray Thomas, 85, of Greencastle, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2019. He was born May 28, 1934 in Clinton, the son of George Edward and Iva (Reynolds) Thomas. Jim worked at Duke Energy for several years, retiring as a substation manager. He was a member of the Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Masonic Temple and Scottish Rite...
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Missing loved ones and coping with grief this holiday season
(Local News ~ 12/12/19)
As you age, you grow wiser to protecting yourself, and wiser with learning how the world works. But, as you grow older, your family and friends do too, and you begin to lose friends you never thought you would be without. And that is one of the hardest situations anyone must go through, especially when you are beginning to feel alone...
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Students of the Month
(Local News ~ 12/12/19)
The students of the month for the Cloverdale School Corporation were honored at the most recent school board meeting.
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Cubs, Eagles meet in WIC tonight
(High School Sports ~ 12/12/19)
The second night of Western Indiana Conference basketball action takes place tonight, with several teams able to take early strongholds on divisional standings. In the only all-Putnam County girls’-boys’ doubleheader tonight, South Putnam travels to Greencastle...
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FEATURED SENIOR ATHLETE: Kassie Wade, Cloverdale
(High School Sports ~ 12/12/19)
Kassie Wade is a senior at Cloverdale and participates in volleyball and basketball. ——— Banner Graphic: How important are sports to you, and what have you learned from them? Kassie Wade: “I love Cloverdale’s community, and I value how much the people care. ...
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North swimmers dominate WV, OV
(High School Sports ~ 12/12/19)
BAINBRIDGE — Both men and women’s North Putnam swim teams dominated in the pool Tuesday night against West Vigo and Owen Valley. Besides the two breaststroke events, the men’s medley relay and diving, the Cougars won all events of the evening. “Although we didn’t see a ton of time drops Tuesday night, the kids had consistent swims after a grueling workout on Monday,” North coach JulieAnn Elmore said. ...
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SAWs completes 11th year of service
(Local News ~ 12/12/19)
Ramps open doors. SAWs (Servants at Work), the mission of the Greencastle Presbyterian Church that provides handicap ramps and steps to the financially challenged in Putnam County, completed the 2019 build season on Saturday, Dec. 7. SAWs completed 20 projects, providing improved home access to residents of Putnam County and bringing the total built in 11 years of service to 196...
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Court News for December 13, 2019
(Court News ~ 12/12/19)
The following cases were filed in Putnam County courts recently. Criminal Cases Robert H. Hill II, 36, Brazil, Level 6 felony theft Matthew Lawrence Kuchler, 49, Fillmore, Level 6 felony intimidation Derek L. Livingston, 38, Greenwood, Level 6 felony possession of methamphetamine, Level 6 felony unlawful possession of a syringe, Class C misdemeanor possession of paraphernalia, Class B misdemeanor false informing...
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Putnam Scanner for December 13, 2019
(Police Logs ~ 12/12/19)
County Jail Four people were booked in the Putnam County Jail recently. Wednesday • At 2:11 p.m. Shane J. Waugh, 43, Roachdale, was lodged at the jail for intimidation. Tuesday • At 9:47 p.m. Cheryl L. Tomasik, 37, Cloverdale, was taken into custody for possession of methamphetamine and possession of paraphernalia...
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Ogborn presents bus overview to SP board
(Local News ~ 12/12/19)
Highlighting a routine final meeting for 2019, transportation issues and considerations had the South Putnam School Board’s full attention Wednesday evening. Transportation Director Brad Ogborn presented various points of information to the board regarding the upkeep of school buses. He also provided input on South Putnam Schools being able to attract and retain bus drivers in the future...
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