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McCormick, other Dem hopefuls, to visit Greencastle
(Local News ~ 09/05/24)
Democratic candidate for governor Jennifer McCormick will be among four state-level candidates to take part in a Sept. 29 meet and greet at the Inn at DePauw. With the Putnam County Democratic Party calling the event “A Local Response to Washington’s Partisan Politics,” the afternoon will also feature U.S. Senate candidate Dr. Valerie McCray, U.S. House District 4 candidate Derrick Holder and State Senate District 24 candidate and former Greencastle City Councilwoman Veronica Pejril...
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Paralympian Emt shares importance of choices with local students
(Local News ~ 09/05/24)
CLOVERDALE — On March 24, 1995, Steve Emt had everything going for him. A standout athlete his whole life, Emt was a recent UConn grad, having spent 1992-94 as a walk-on for the Huskies men’s basketball team. After graduation, it got even better. “I got a great job, working for an environmental company — saving the world,” Emt told an assembly at Cloverdale High School on Tuesday...
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Featured Muralist: Anthony Brooks - Video and Tan building, Bainbridge
(Local News ~ 09/05/24)
The following is the fifth of an eight-part series on the artists who will be painting the seven murals throughout Putnam County as part of the Putnam County Mural Festival. Set for Sept. 7-21, the festival will culminate with a celebration in Greencastle on Saturday, Sept. 21...
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National Preparedness Month: Are you ready for an emergency?
(Local News ~ 09/05/24)
As the dog days of summer start coming to a close, September marks the beginning of National Preparedness Month – an important time dedicated to raising awareness about preparing for emergencies. This annual campaign, spearheaded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), encourages individuals, families and whole communities to take proactive steps to ensure they are ready for a variety of disasters...
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Camara comes up clutch in penalties as Knights level late against Tiger Cubs
(High School Sports ~ 09/05/24)
Izzy Camara was the hero of the night for Greencastle as the hosts won on penalties over Northview in WIC girls’ soccer action after the Knights equalized in the final 30 seconds of regulation Thursday evening. The Tiger Cubs held a 1-0 lead for much of the match when Ali Dobbs was brought down in the box and converted the penalty 10 minutes into the match...
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Greencastle rides out late Northview pressure to break two-match skid
(High School Sports ~ 09/05/24)
Three goals in the first 20 minutes of the second half propelled Greencastle to a 4-3 win over Northview in WIC boys’ soccer action Thursday evening. The Knights struck first near the midway point of the first half as, following several turnovers, the visitors finally punished the Tiger Cubs when Jackson Stakeman drove down the left and sent Tanner Hayes through, the latter sliding a shot past Conor Petrie for the lead...
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Eagles sweep Cougars to remain unbeaten in WIC play
(High School Sports ~ 09/05/24)
BAINBRIDGE — The South Putnam Eagle volleyball team used a balanced approach and took advantage of some errors by the host North Putnam Cougars to win a Western Indiana Conference matchup 25-22, 25-19, 25-22 on Thursday night. South found scoring from a variety of players and was able to play solid volleyball to ensure that the Putnam County Paddle would return down U.S. 231; the victory improved its record to 6-4 on the season, remaining undefeated in conference play at 3-0...
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Tiger Cubs make quick work of Clovers to remain unbeaten in WIC play
(High School Sports ~ 09/05/24)
The Greencastle Tiger Cub volleyball squad cruised to a three set sweep of the Cloverdale Clovers, behind 18 service aces and a balanced attack, to improve to 3-0 in the WIC. The young Clover squad, with no seniors, battled early on in the match. A kill from Adelaide Meyerrose and an ace by Jimma Harrison knotted the opening set at 7-7...
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Daytime Darlings to host annual yard sale fundraiser Sept. 13, 14
(Local News ~ 09/05/24)
CLOVERDALE — The Daytime Darlings Putnam County Extension Homemaker’s Club will hold its second-annual yard sale on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 13 and 14 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. each day. The sale will take place at 1804 E. CR 1000 South, Cloverdale. Proceeds will be donated back to various organizations in the county. ...
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Sept. 12 Compton Lecture to feature health care justice advocate Goldberg
(Local News ~ 09/05/24)
The Peace and Conflict Studies (PACS) program will welcome health care justice advocate and political communication professional Max Goldberg to DePauw University for this fall’s Compton Lecture on Thursday, Sept. 12. The Compton Lecture Series is supported by the Wright Fund...
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Isaiah 117 House to host golf tournament Sept. 28 for Putnam County facility
(Local News ~ 09/05/24)
Area golfers will have the chance to hit the links for kids in their time of need. Isaiah 117 House, a Tennessee-based organization that cares for children awaiting foster placement, will soon be hosting their annual golf tournament to benefit the Putnam County house...
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Endeavor Monster Dash set Sept. 28
(Local News ~ 09/05/24)
CLOVERDALE — Endeavor Communications will be hosting its Monster Dash Fun Run on Saturday, Sept. 28. The event kicks off at 9 a.m. at the Cloverdale High School Track. “This is your chance to dress up in your most creative costume and race for fun, prizes and a great cause,” Endeavor Vice President of People Services Liz Cheatham said. ...
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Residents invited to share stories for World Hospice and Palliative Care Day
(Local News ~ 09/05/24)
In advance of World Hospice and Palliative Care Day on Saturday, Oct. 12, Putnam County Hospice and Palliative Care Association (PCHPCA) is inviting the people of Putnam County to share their stories The purpose of World Hospice and Palliative Care Day is:...
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United Way plans nonprofit gathering to discuss collaboration, funding
(Local News ~ 09/05/24)
The United Way of Central Indiana is inviting Putnam County human services nonprofits to attend a gathering next week to discuss collaboration and learn about upcoming funding opportunities. United Way will hold Community Connections from 10-11:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 13 at Gobin Church, 307 Simpson St...
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