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Local Habitat for Humanity celebrates completion of build
(Local News ~ 06/02/22)
To say the completion of Habitat for Humanity’s newest build in Putnam County has been a long time coming verges on being an understatement. Established in 1988, Putnam County’s chapter built 18 homes in Greencastle, Bainbridge and Roachdale between then and 2013. However, it became inactive three years later after not completing a new build. Being honest about it, the chapter just did not do anything in the meantime...
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Nunley aims for continued growth as Area 30 director
(Local News ~ 06/02/22)
Having worked with Lora Busch at Area 30 Career Center for the last 14 years as assistant director, Chad Nunley will soon take over from her as executive director. Coming into the role, he is looking to build upon its programs while continuing to foster a positive learning environment...
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Community Foundation kicks off 2022 Share the Dream
(Local News ~ 06/02/22)
The Putnam County Community Foundation opened its 2022 Share the Dream program on Wednesday, June 1. This year, 29 charitable organizations, scholarships and endowments are participating, including: • AgrIInstitute, Inc. Endowment • Bainbridge High School Alumni Scholarship...
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Van Rensselaer, Black Market Vinyl to open ParkFest season
(Local News ~ 06/02/22)
The 29th annual season of ParkFest, presented by the Greencastle Civic League throughout the summer, will kick off Tuesday, June 7 with performances from Mike Van Rensselaer and Black Market Vinyl. The season will run every Tuesday in June and July from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Robe-Ann Park Bandshell...
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GCSC to partner with PCH, Franciscan on sports medicine
(Local News ~ 06/02/22)
Greencastle Community Schools will be taking the “buy local” approach to sports medicine for at least the next three years. During its May meeting, the Greencastle School Board approved a contract for athletic training services with the Franciscan Health Alliance through Putnam County Hospital...
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Nichols ready for State Finals appearance
(High School Sports ~ 06/02/22)
In a field featuring sprinters from Bloomington, Terre Haute, Jeffersonville, Salem, Bedford and other large schools, Stuart Nichols was able to claim a spot at the IHSAA Boys’ Track and Field State Finals in possibly the toughest event at the meet...
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Lloyd Paul Hoskins
(Obituary ~ 06/02/22)
Lloyd Paul Hoskins, 88, of Reelsville, Indiana, passed away at the Hutson Wood Exceptional Living Center in Brazil on Wednesday, June 1, 2022. Lloyd was born on May 26, 1934, in Reelsville, the son of Woodrow and Geneva (Butler) Hoskins. At the age of 16, he graduated from Reelsville High School, where he was an exceptional basketball player. Lloyd continued his education at Indiana State Teachers College, earning a master’s degree in education as well as a certificate as a guidance director...
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Court News for June 3, 2022
(Court News ~ 06/02/22)
The following cases were filed in Putnam County courts recently. Brandi N. Anderson, 45, Greencastle, Level 2 felony dealing in cocaine, Level 6 felony possession of methamphetamine, Level 6 felony neglect of a dependent Misty M. Crumpacker, 43, Greencastle, Level 2 felony dealing in cocaine, Level 6 felony possession of methamphetamine...
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Brazil Concert Band opens 2022 season
(Local News ~ 06/02/22)
BRAZIL — The Brazil Concert Band will open the 2022 season with “On With The Show!” Sunday, June 5 at 8 p.m. at the Forest Park Bandshell under the direction of Matthew S. Huber. In case of rain, the concert will take place in the Pavilion. Opening night will include “From Maine to Oregon” by John Philip Sousa, “Poet and Peasant Overture” by Franz von Suppe and arranged by Henry Fillmore, “Les Miserables” arranged by Warren Barker and “Folk Song Suite” by R. Vaughan Williams...
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Putnam County Nature Play Days set next week
(Local News ~ 06/02/22)
Next Week, June 4-11, will be Putnam County Nature Play Days. The goal of Nature Play Days is to get kids outside and remind families that nature play is important and can happen close to home. All events are free. Groups participating are Putnam County Public Library, Lieber State Recreation Area, Putnam County Hospital, Ullem Campus Farm, Putnam County Museum, Roachdale Public Library and OWL Trail. ...
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First Baptist hosts VBS June 6-9
(Local News ~ 06/02/22)
First Baptist Church invites children to Monumental VBS: Celebrating God’s Greatness. VBS will take place June 6-9 and is open to children age four through fifth grade. Each evening kicks off with a free meal at 5:45 p.m. followed by VBS from 6:15-8:30 p.m...
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High Achievers
(Local News ~ 06/02/22)
Local Extension Homemakers Charmaine Tesmer (left) and Connie Phillips prepare to send their items to the Indiana Extension Homemakers State Conference in June. Tesmer’s unique house will represent in crafts while Phillips’ unique sawblade rooster will represent in the special project yard ornament...
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City urges residents to prepare for tornadoes
(Local News ~ 06/02/22)
With tornado season upon us, the City of Greencastle is encouraging residents to be prepared for tornadoes and the havoc these extreme weather events unleash on communities. According to the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, Indiana has verified more than 1,400 tornadoes since 1950, resulting in more than 5,000 injuries and 300 fatalities...
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FOP begins annual fundraising drive
(Local News ~ 06/02/22)
The Putnam County Fraternal Order of Police is beginning its annual fundraising drive with calls to solicit donations. The 202s drive will begin on Monday, June 6. Organizers would like Putnam County residents to know that no in-person solicitation will take place without prior telephone arrangements...
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Putnam Scanner for June 3, 2022
(Police Logs ~ 06/02/22)
Eighteen people have been booked in the Putnam County Jail recently. Thursday • At 2:17 a.m. Lester L. Blanford, 39, Roachdale, was lodged at the jail for domestic battery. Wednesday • At 9:53 p.m. Karissa L. Ford, 46, Cloverdale, was taken into custody for possession of methamphetamine, visiting a common nuisance and possession of paraphernalia with a prior conviction...
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