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Six artists selected for first Putnam County Mural Festival
(Local News ~ 06/06/22)
Six artists have been selected to participate in a new mural festival to be held Sept. 11–24 in towns throughout Putnam County. More than 100 artists submitted proposals for consideration, and the committee selected a mix of internationally, nationally and locally-based artists...
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Emily Johnson ‘not done’ as she steps away from Ridpath principal role
(Local News ~ 06/06/22)
In 23 years with Greencastle Community Schools, Emily Johnson has learned that her sweet spot is with the youngest of children. She taught first, second, third and fourth grades, as well as serving as Tzouanakis Intermediate School assistant principal before spending the last eight years as Ridpath Primary School principal...
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Scott Weltz carrying GCSC experiences into new position at Frankfort
(Local News ~ 06/06/22)
Scott Weltz has worn a lot of hats in his 17 years at Greencastle Community Schools: Two years as Greencastle High School athletic director; Four years as seventh-grade social studies teacher; Two years as Greencastle Middle School seventh-grade social studies teacher;...
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(First) First Friday
(Local News ~ 06/06/22)
With the first scheduled event rained out last month, many were more than ready to hit the square in Greencastle for live music and the community coming together for what organizers are saying is one of the best attended First Fridays in the event’s history. The party is only getting started on Indiana Street as Fancy Sauce belts out a Foreigner tune...
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Greencastle finishes runner-up at Attica Boys’ Golf Sectional; Kelley uses hole-in-one confidence to advance to Washington Regional
(High School Sports ~ 06/06/22)
ATTICA – Greencastle’s normal consistency on the golf course went missing at the wrong time Friday afternoon as the Tiger Cubs were pipped to the IHSAA Boys’ Golf Attica Sectional title by Southmont at Harrison Hills CC. The two teams were separated by a stroke with the Mounties taking home the team title 345-346 with Crawfordsville third on 352 to round out the teams advancing to the Washington Regional this Thursday...
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New faith-based recovery home coming to fruition
(Local News ~ 06/06/22)
About a year-and-a-half ago late on New Year’s Eve, the concept (or divine inspiration) of a ministry-based recovery program in Putnam County dropped like “Bam!” for Rev. Lynn Dunning. Recounting that moment during a benefit dinner held two weeks ago at Greencastle Christian Church, she heard Papa (her endearing name for God) tell her to write down everything that was coming to her. This, she said, led to considerable research on recovery homes — and then eventually to Greencastle...
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Dennise L. Sparks
(Obituary ~ 06/06/22)
Dennise L. Sparks, 69, Greencastle, passed away Wednesday evening, June 1, 2022 at her home. Dennise was born on Dec. 15, 1952 to Dorothie (Bailey) and Huxley Russell. She leaves behind sons Aaron (Tabby) Sparks and Eric (Stacy) Sparks; grandchildren Shawn Weston, Aaron D. Sparks, Bryan Sparks, Christopher Poore, Aaron M. Sparks, Daniel Sparks; great-grandchild Gracie; and sisters Deanna Ruse and Donna Laing...
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Emu evades PCSO deputy in Clinton Township
(Local News ~ 06/06/22)
PORTLAND MILLS — If you’ve watched traditional or streaming television in the last three years, then you’re probably familiar with LiMu Emu (and Doug). In the ubiquitous TV spots, Doug — styled as a 1970s cop show detective — touts the benefits of Liberty Mutual car insurance while emu partner LiMu ... well ... behaves like a wild bird...
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Chester Skeen Jr.
(Obituary ~ 06/06/22)
Chester Skeen Jr., 74, unexpectedly passed away on April 30, 2022. Chester was born on Feb. 16, 1948 to Dawson C. and Toledo Skeen in Norton, Va. Chester worked at the Noble Center for many years, where he was well known and loved by many. He would bring his dog Max to work with him to help bring a smile to all he interacted with throughout his day...
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Philanthropy thrives
(Local News ~ 06/06/22)
The best part of my job as executive director at the Putnam County Community Foundation is getting to see the impact that our work has in our community. I value work which has a purpose – a mission – and I couldn’t be happier to have found that right here in Putnam County...
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Mission and vision focus of Extension effort
(Local News ~ 06/06/22)
Experiences in 4-H and with Extension programs vary and most individuals have their favorite area of activity. Sometimes one can become so wrapped up in their favorite Extension and 4-H activity that they forget about the other areas of the entire program...
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State Road 236 closing Friday near North Salem
(Local News ~ 06/06/22)
NORTH SALEM — State Road 236 will close in both directions on or after Friday, June 10 between North County Line Road 900 East and West Street near North Salem for construction work, the Indiana Department of Transportation has announced Starting July 19, SR 236 will close between U.S. 231 and Rush Street in Roachdale for additional work in Putnam County...
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Homemaker Achievements
(Local News ~ 06/06/22)
Local Extension Homemakers Charmaine Tesmer (left) and Connie Phillips prepare to send their items to the Indiana Extension Homemakers State Conference later this month. 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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Bainbridge alumni banquest set June 25
(Local News ~ 06/06/22)
BAINBRIDGE — The 107th annual Bainbridge High School (BHS) Alumni Association banquet is set for Saturday, June 25 in the Bainbridge Community Building. The welcome hour will begin at noon with the buffet luncheon following at 1 p.m. Bainbridge High School opened in 1907 and was consolidated into North Putnam High School in the fall of 1969...
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Purdue Club golf outing slated for June 22
(Local News ~ 06/06/22)
The Purdue Club of Putnam County will host its 23rd-annual golf outing on Wednesday, June 22 at Tiger Pointe Country Club in Greencastle and will feature Purdue University guests. Registration for the event will begin at 11 a.m., followed by lunch at 11:30 a.m. and a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m...
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Court News for June 7, 2022
(Court News ~ 06/06/22)
The following cases were filed in Putnam County courts recently. Annabelle K. Gross, 18, Roachdale, driving without financial responsibility Lucas A. Erwin, 17, Greencastle, speeding Colton W. Oradesky, 31, Greencastle, speeding Elaine R. Langley, 43, Centerpoint, speeding...
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Putnam Scanner for June 7, 2022
(Police Logs ~ 06/06/22)
Five people were booked in the Putnam County Jail recently. Sunday • At 5:23 p.m. Kelley Rosny, 32, Indianapolis, was lodged at the jail for driving while intoxicated. Friday • At 8 p.m. Joshua A. Vanover, 34, Greencastle, was taken into custody for non-support of a dependent child...
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Faith Learning Academy to host Sunday open house
(Local News ~ 06/06/22)
Coming to Greencastle for the fall semester, Faith Learning Academy is now accepting registrations. In the meantime, those interested in another preschool option in Putnam County may attend an open house on Sunday, June 12. From 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., director Tonya Donaldson will be on hand at Greencastle Presbyterian Church, 653 S. CR 100 East, for classroom tours to answer questions and to get kids registered...
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Habitat for Humanity golf scramble set for June 17
(Local News ~ 06/06/22)
CLOVERDALE — Habitat for Humanity of Putnam County will host its third-annual golf scramble on Friday, June 17 at Clover Meadows Golf Course. The team entry fee is $250, while the individual fee is $65. Mulligans are three for $10 and hole sponsorships are $100...
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