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New study says Hoosiers dislike jobs more than most as jobless rate trends up
(Local News ~ 08/28/24)
Just as a new study places Indiana ninth among the 50 states where people are unhappiest about their jobs, the latest unemployment figures are trending up for both the state and the county. With a 4.7 percent unemployment rate for July, Putnam County ranks in the top half of the state’s 92 counties in a tie for 44th with Knox, Washington, Jefferson, Jay, Harrison, Fulton, DeKalb and Adams. ...
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Lieber to host Booming Beach Bash Saturday evening
(Local News ~ 08/28/24)
CLOVERDALE — To celebrate the end of the summer season, the Friends of Lieber State Recreation Area will host a Booming Beach Bash on Saturday, Aug. 31 with food, fun and fireworks. The festivities will begin at 6 p.m. with games on the beach, food sales and a live DJ with great music. The evening will conclude with a fireworks display at dusk...
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Eagles dust off Vikings in three sets
(High School Sports ~ 08/28/24)
In a rare Wednesday night volleyball outing, the South Putnam Eagles eased their way to a three-set sweep of the West Vigo Vikings 25-13, 25-13, 25-20. The Eagles took command of the first set early. A pair of kills and aces from Elliana Cox had them up 10-4. LJ Switzer recorded three kills in their next run as the hosts were up 15-6 and rolling...
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Carbon man arrested for his alleged role in Jan. 6th riots
(Local News ~ 08/28/24)
A Carbon man is in custody for his alleged involvement in the Jan. 6 riots on Capitol Hill. According to court documents filed by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Joint Terrorism Task Force in Southern Indiana District Court, Nicholas Scott Ingram Hofer, 34, of Carbon, was charged with being one of the people who entered the Capitol building on Jan. 6, 2021, to interrupt the joint Congressional session to validate the presidential election results...
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Duke offers tips to help Hoosiers save energy, money as temperatures soar
(Local News ~ 08/28/24)
PLAINFIELD – With temperatures soaring in Indiana, Duke Energy is providing tips to help customers save energy – and money. High temperatures can lead to higher energy usage and higher bills as Duke Energy customers try to stay cool. To help manage costs and to reduce overall energy demand, particularly during the afternoon hours when usage tends to peak, customers can follow these simple tips:...
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Blakesburg Cemetery Association to host annual meeting
(Local News ~ 08/28/24)
The annual meeting of the Blakesburg Cemetery Association will be held Saturday, Aug. 31 at 1 p.m. at the home of Brad and Cheryl Lieske, 4640 W. CR 1100 North, Roachdale. Anyone interested in the cemetery is welcome to attend this meeting.
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Capt. Vernon Bothwell Jr.
(Obituary ~ 08/28/24)
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Captain Vernon Bothwell Jr., United States Navy retired, on Aug. 10, 2024. He was born in Brazil, the son of the late Vernon Bothwell Sr. and Parma Jane Bothwell. Vernon served honorably for two military branch’s as U.S. Army captain and...
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Donna Kay Fordice Bushong
(Obituary ~ 08/28/24)
Donna Kay Fordice Bushong, 71, passed away on Feb. 19, 2024 in Peoria, Ariz. She was born May 8, 1952 to Maurice and Darlene (Jackson) Fordice of Russellville. She graduated from North Putman High School in 1970 as its first valedictorian and DePauw University in 1974. She taught English and Latin in Florida and at Morristown High School...
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