Stories from Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Phil Gick is not a man of few words. Mention the nature of government finances in Putnam County, the good work being done by the Putnam County Community Foundation or historic preservation efforts in Putnam County and beyond, and Gick could likely hold forth for hours. Just don’t ask Phil Gick to talk about Phil Gick...

Potential voters in the State of Indiana have until Monday, Oct. 7 to register to vote in the upcoming general election. Indiana citizens are encouraged to check their voting status and, if necessary, register to vote prior to the Oct. 7 deadline. This may be done at the Putnam County Voter Registration Office on the second floor of the Putnam County Courthouse from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on weekdays or online at www.indianavoters.com...

TULSA, Okla. — A South Putnam High School student recently brought home one of the highest awards from the Tulsa State Fair. Bailey Haddon of Reelsville was awarded Reserve Supreme Heifer on Sunday for her Limousin heifer, Luna. Supported by her proud parents, Jerrod and Melissa Haddon, Bailey expressed gratitude to Tammy Gottschalk Foose and David Samsel for their guidance and support during the show...

The Greencastle Tiger Cub boys’ soccer team picked up its ninth win of the season, downing the Terre Haute North Patriots 2-0 Wednesday evening. Second half goals from Madden and Mythius Slagle and big saves from Connor Petrie ensured the victory. In the first half, the Patriots controlled the pace of play. ...

There are times that a team in any sport struggles, but not because of a lack of effort or talent. It’s still frustrating regardless and the South Putnam Eagle volleyball team is going through that right now. The Eagles hosted possible sectional opponent Southmont on Wednesday night. The Mounties swept the Eagles 25-21, 25-23, 25-16 to pick up the victory...

Michael Eugene Comer, 68, Greencastle, entered eternal rest on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024. Born on March 10, 1956 in Putnam County. He was the son of the late Robert and Delores (Branham) Comer. He worked at Pingleton Sawmill Inc. since Sept. 15, 1990. Mike helped raise hay on the farm, ran equipment at the mill and always took pride in keeping the grounds looking pristine. ...

Karen Petite, 60, of Greencastle, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024. Born Sept. 20, 1964 in New York, she was the daughter of Michael A. and Geraldine (Respole) Petite. Karen had recently worked in home health care. She had previously worked as a house manager with Putnam County Comprehensive Services, Chyoda, IAC and several years as an executive vice president in auto finance at Wachovia Financial...