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PIC OF THE DAY: On the Road Again
(Local News ~ 12/11/23)
For the first time in more than eight months, two-way traffic has legally resumed on Bloomington Street in Greencastle. Crews performing work on the portion of the U.S. 231 resurfacing project between Veterans Highway and Washington Street completed their work on Friday evening...
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Big Walnut Sports Park eyed for solar eclipse viewing site
(Local News ~ 12/11/23)
With Central Indiana expected to be prime viewing area for the April 8 total solar eclipse, Greencastle could see as many as 25,000 people visit for a closer look, the Park Board was told at its December meeting. Because of that, the Putnam County Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) has requested use of Big Walnut Sports Park on the city’s East Side as a viewing location...
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Things looking up regarding Fillmore stormwater grant
(Local News ~ 12/11/23)
FILLMORE — With the deadline upcoming, confidence in Fillmore receiving a state grant for stormwater improvements has been boosted. Holding a final public hearing on the matter, the Fillmore Town Council heard on Thursday from grant administrator Kristy Jerrell and Jared Snoble of HWC Engineering how a Community Development Block Grant from the Office of Community Rural Affairs (OCRA) will address said improvements...
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Dr. Brian Black receives highest honor from IOA
(Local News ~ 12/11/23)
The Indiana Osteopathic Association (IOA) recentley announced that Brian Black, D.O., has been awarded the J.B. Kinsinger Award, the highest honor bestowed by the IOA. This accolade is reserved for IOA members who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to the osteopathic profession and the broader community through their outstanding service...
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Meredith D. Clifford
(Obituary ~ 12/11/23)
Meredith D. Clifford, 44, of Roachdale, passed away Friday, Dec. 8, 2023, peacefully at home with her family by her side. Meredith was born Jan. 10, 1979 in Champaign, Ill., to Allen Price and Rose (Harris) Johnson. She graduated from Greencastle High School in 1997. Later, she followed her passion for helping others by earning her bachelor’s in nursing from WGU...
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David Alan Book
(Obituary ~ 12/11/23)
David Alan Book, 61, died on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023, at Putnam County Hospital in Greencastle. He was born July 24, 1962. He resided in Cloverdale and graduated from Cloverdale High School. He was retired from Grady Brothers Inc. in Indianapolis. His family included his two children, Heather Book and Ryan Book; his mother, Joan Book of Cloverdale; and siblings Donna Book of Cloverdale, Eddie Book and wife Mitzy of Shelbyville; Linda Chiles of Cloverdale and Theresa Southgate of Florida...
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INDOT advances U.S. 40 enhancement project in Plainfield
(Local News ~ 12/11/23)
PLAINFIELD – The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has announced it is embarking on a significant project aimed at improving the U.S. 40 corridor in Plainfield. The project, extending from Raceway Road to Carr Road, focuses on enhancing both mobility and safety for all users, including pedestrians...
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Clinton VFD hosting donuts with Santa
(Local News ~ 12/11/23)
VAN BIBBER LAKE — The Clinton Township Volunteer Fire Department will host donuts with Santa this Saturday, Dec. 16 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Pictures with Santa will be available. Presents will also be given out. The fire department is located at at 4218 W. CR 450 North...
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McFunds for Ridpath
(Local News ~ 12/11/23)
With a Ridpath Primary School fundraiser at the Greencastle McDonald’s earlier this week, Jedele Enterprises officials present a check for $550, the proceeds of the evening, to Ridpath Primary Principal Brandon Roberts, McDonald’s personnel Barbara Figg, Amanda Ray and Rachel Clingerman, teacher Tonia Dibble, owner Tim Jedele and Ridpath teacher Heather Miller.
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Be Good for Goodness' Sake
(Local News ~ 12/11/23)
After being given his wish list for the big day, Santa tells five-year-old Greyson Jones to keep on the Nice List while at the Reelsville Volunteer Fire Department on Saturday. Besides visiting with the Big Man himself, delighted youngsters also decorated cookies.
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Extension-sponsored workshops to explore starting a business at age 50-plus
(Local News ~ 12/11/23)
Purdue Extension will teach a series of interactive workshops to help individuals in the 50-plus age range discover their inner entrepreneur and the initial steps needed to launch a business. The workshops explore entrepreneurial thinking and application and include the following topics:...
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Non-food pantry distribution set Saturday at St. Andrew’s
(Local News ~ 12/11/23)
The Putnam County Non-Food Pantry will distribute cleaning and hygiene products this Saturday, Dec. 16 from noon-2 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 520 E. Seminary St., Greencastle. Distribution will take place inside Hamilton Hall and a light lunch will be served. Christmas treats will also be given out to children...
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Covered Bridge Harmony to sing Sunday at Gobin
(Local News ~ 12/11/23)
A program of Christmas music Sunday, Dec. 17 at Gobin Memorial United Methodist Church in Greencastle will feature the Covered Bridge Harmony ladies’ barbershop group. The 2 p.m. program will also include performances by the Belles of Gobin and keyboard player Veronica Pejril...
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Santa visiting Bainbridge VFD this Saturday
(Local News ~ 12/11/23)
BAINBRIDGE — The Bainbridge Volunteer Fire Department will host Santa Claus this Saturday, Dec. 16 from 9-11 a.m. Youngsters can get their pictures taken with the Big Man himself, as well as enjoy milk and cookies. They can also get an early Christmas gift...
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Farm tax information
(Local News ~ 12/11/23)
During the last three weeks, Purdue Extension, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and Kansas State University have been hosting a virtual Tax Strategies for Midwestern Farm and Ranch Women series. Throughout the series, participants have gained a lot of knowledge about farm taxes...
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Pet pictures with Santa at Robe-Ann Saturday
(Local News ~ 12/11/23)
Pet lovers are invited to bring their pets to Robe-Ann Park in Greencastle for pet pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus on Saturday, Dec. 16. The noon-2 p.m. event will be held at the park office, 403 Bloomington St. Cost of the pictures will be a donation to Putnam County Animal Care...
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Fillmore VFD hosting breakfast Saturday
(Local News ~ 12/11/23)
FILLMORE — The Fillmore Volunteer Fire Department auxiliary will host its monthly free-will breakfast this Saturday, Dec. 16 from 7-11 a.m. Santa Claus will also be on hand from 9-11 a.m. with cookies and cocoa for treats. Each child will receive a goodie bag after visiting with the Big Man himself...
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