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Putnam County Sheriff’s Office stepping up patrols to prevent stop-arm violations
(Local News ~ 08/21/23)
As students head back to the classroom, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office is reminding motorists to stop for school buses or face the consequences. Starting again on Aug. 4, local law enforcement agencies increased patrols to prevent stop-arm violations, speeding and other forms of reckless driving around school buses and in school zones...
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Something for Anyone
(Local News ~ 08/21/23)
Enthusiasts young and old appreciate the variety of vehicles that made it out to Saturday’s car show at the Putnam County Fairgrounds. With 168 entries logged, the show raised over $7,000 for Riley Children’s Hospital...
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Greencastle Music Fest flips the script for 2023
(Local News ~ 08/21/23)
A familiar name will headline one night this weekend’s Greencastle Music Festival, but it won’t be the usual night. Normally the big draw for the Saturday-evening show, The Crashers will actually close out the Friday-night set this year, headlining an evening that opens with fellow Music Fest veterans Woomblies Rock Orchestra...
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Better news looms for wellness center project
(Local News ~ 08/21/23)
After months of uncertainty, issues of soil stabilization and nagging questions the $28 million Greencastle wellness center/YMCA project appears to be back on track. That was the word from an update provided to Greencastle Redevelopment Commission members Thursday night by property manager Ross Warner and Eric Wise of Tonn and Blank Construction...
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Greencastle Presbyterian Church hosts Enneagram group
(Local News ~ 08/21/23)
In the past few years, many people have become aware of the importance of healthy relationships and positive mental health. This experience rings true in homes and workplaces, and one resource that many have found helpful has been the Enneagram...
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Stuck in the Middle
(Local News ~ 08/21/23)
Stuck in the middle of a love triangle, Billy (Joshua S. Bain) doesn’t know which dame to court in the Putnam County Playhouse production of “Anything Goes."
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NSSB donates $10,000 to Putnam County Fairgrounds
(Local News ~ 08/21/23)
As the Putnam County Fair was winding down last month, the North Salem State Bank (NSSB) presented a $10,000 charitable contribution to the Putnam County 4-H Fairgrounds. Of this, $2,750.00 of the contribution was used to sponsor the Wall of Champions banners that can be seen hanging in the swine barn, allowing $7,250.00 to be used for various upgrades to the livestock barns at the fairgrounds, and ag-related items to be purchased to benefit the 4-H’ers of Putnam County...
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Caring for Pathways
(Local News ~ 08/21/23)
Representatives of 100 Women Who Care of Putnam County present their second gift of the year to Putnam Parks & Pathways recently. This gift will support efforts in continuing to expand and maintain the trails in the western part of Putnam County...
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Greencastle beats heat, Crawfordsville in girls' soccer home opener
(High School Sports ~ 08/21/23)
Despite conditions that saw several events and practices canceled, Greencastle was able to get its girls’ soccer home opener in Monday night. The Tiger Cubs took on Crawfordsville as the sun set, providing a small bit of relief from the sweltering heat engulfing the area, much the same way the hosts engulfed the Athenians, rarely allowing the visitors into the attacking third in a 5-0 win...
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Ken W. Whitaker
(Obituary ~ 08/21/23)
Ken W. Whitaker, 84, of Cloverdale, went to be with the Lord on Aug. 19, 2023. He was born in Cloverdale Sept. 11, 1938, to the late Joseph and Beulah (Cassida) Whitaker. He married Janet K. Kirmse on June 21, 1959, and she preceded him in death on Sept. 30, 2020...
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David Lee Hodge
(Obituary ~ 08/21/23)
David Lee Hodge, age 70, of Cloverdale, passed away Aug. 17, 2023. He was born in Greencastle June 22, 1953, to the late Estil and Freda (Haines) Hodge. A lifelong resident of the Belle Union area, he graduated from Eminence High School in 1971. He married Jennifer (French) Hodge on Oct. 19, 1974, and she survives...
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Larry Dion Bowman
(Obituary ~ 08/21/23)
Larry Dion Bowman, 85, of Greencastle and formerly of Hanover, Pa., passed away peacefully on Aug. 17, 2023. He was born on Jan. 25, 1938, in Hanover, Pa., the son of the late George and Esther Wintrode Bowman. After graduating from Eichelberger High School in the class of 1955, he earned an undergraduate degree in education and later a master’s degree in administration from Western Maryland College. ...
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Upcoming DNR reserved hunt opportunities include local properties
(Local News ~ 08/21/23)
Hunters can currently apply for a variety of reserved hunts by visiting on.IN.gov/reservedhunt. Locally, this includes a fiearms season deer hunt at Deer Creek Fish and Wildlife Area. Regionally, there will also be state park property deer hunts at Raccoon Lake, Shades and Turkey Run state parks in Parke County...
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Civil War Days event set Aug. 26-27 at Bridgeton
(Local News ~ 08/21/23)
BRIDGETON — Area residents can join the Parke County community of Bridgeton for a trip back in time to the days of the Civil War this Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 26-27. Hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Sunday. Visitors can walk through the authentic Union and Confederate camps and talk with the soldiers. ...
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Non-food pantry with indoor format set Saturday
(Local News ~ 08/21/23)
The Putnam County Non-Food Pantry will distribute cleaning and hygiene products this Saturday, Aug. 26 from noon-3 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 520 E. Seminary St., Greencastle. The service will return to inside distribution where visitors can select products. As such, there will be registration where proof of Putnam County residence is needed. This may include a driver’s license or recent utility bill...
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Gleaners drive-through set Saturday in Bainbridge
(Local News ~ 08/21/23)
BAINBRIDGE — Gleaners food distribution will again be in the parking lot of Bainbridge Elementary School on South Washington Street as a drive-through event on Saturday, Aug. 26. The event, which runs from 10 a.m. until food runs out, is open to all in need. No identification is required...
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Main Robe-Ann Park entrance closed again
(Local News ~ 08/21/23)
Due to the resumption of road construction on U.S. 231, the Bloomington Street entrance to Robe-Ann Park will be closed until further notice, Park Director Greg Ruark has announced. The park remains accessible by the Wood Street entrance.
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Cox family reunion set Sunday
(Local News ~ 08/21/23)
The Cox family reunion will be held Sunday, Aug. 27 from noon until everyone leaves. It will take place at Robe-Ann Park shelter No. 1 in Greencastle. Everyone bring a dish and enjoy time together catching up. If you have any questions, contact Jerry Cox...
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150th James EM O’Hair reunion Saturday at Robe-Ann Park
(Local News ~ 08/21/23)
The 150th James EM O’Hair reunion is to be held at Robe-Ann Park in Greencastle on Saturday, Aug. 26 at 11 a.m. The organizers have received confirmation from O’Hairs across the country who plan to attend. The first O’Hair reunion took place on Christmas Day 1873...
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