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County agrees to unofficial detour of U.S. 36 project
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
With misgivings about the effects on local roads, the Putnam County Commissioners begrudgingly signed an agreement with INDOT regarding a project on U.S. 36 later this year. The work in question will replace a bridge over Mocassin Branch just west of Union Chapel in Clinton Township with two box culverts...
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Fillmore Elementary boiler project approved
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
As Supt. Corey Smith noted earnestly that it has been coming for several years, a worn-out boiler system at Fillmore Elementary is set to be replaced. It was not “any surprise” as Smith brought a request on Wednesday for the South Putnam School Board to approve moving forward with the project...
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Karrie Minor makes bid for Putnam County treasurer
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
The following is part of a series of biographies of county candidates for the upcoming election. Candidates were asked to submit a biography of no more than 500 words describing themselves and their qualifications for office. Only candidates who submitted biographies by the announced April 8 deadline are featured...
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Tom Helmer seeks second term as District 3 commissioner
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
The following is part of a series of biographies of county candidates for the upcoming election. Candidates were asked to submit a biography of no more than 500 words describing themselves and their qualifications for office. Only candidates who submitted biographies by the announced April 8 deadline are featured...
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DAZE WORK: Franklin Street blues: Be careful out there
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
One of my favorite all-time TV dramas, “Hill Street Blues,” was noteworthy not only for a great opening instrumental theme but how it set the tone each week with a gritty police department sequence. As you might remember, big strapping character actor Michael Conrad portrayed Sgt. Phil Esterhaus, who at the end of the opening precinct rollcall, cautioned officers with a dramatic pause and the words, “And hey, let’s be careful out there.”...
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‘He wanted to help people’: Those who knew him at CHS recall fallen Hendricks Deputy Fred Fislar
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
While a student at Cloverdale High School about a decade ago, Fred Fislar was a three-sport athlete with a mischievous grin and a charisma that drew in others. But there was something more that coaches and friends saw in the young man that those who knew him called Freddy...
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Floyd Fire cumulative fund decision set May 13
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
No decision has been made, but the Floyd Township Fire District looks poised for approval of a new cumulative fire fund. Appearing before the Putnam County Council Tuesday evening, Floyd Fire representatives heard no objections during a public hearing and later only positive words from the five members of the council present for the April meeting...
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FEATURED SENIOR ATHLETE: Jaylen Windmiller, North Putnam
(High School Sports ~ 04/18/24)
Jaylen is a senior at North Putnam and participates in four sports, soccer, basketball, baseball and golf. ——— Banner Graphic: How important are sports to you, and what have you learned from them? Jaylen Windmiller: “Sports have shaped me into the person I am today. ...
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SENIOR LIFE ODYSSEY: The time is right
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
I began writing these articles to promote National Healthcare Decisions Day, April 16, the day after tax day. That date was chosen because of the famous quote attributed to Benjamin Franklin, “nothing is sure but death and taxes.” This year the date means something different to me...
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SENIOR LIFE ODYSSEY: Honoring Vietnam Veterans
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
As an expression of the pride they take in caring for U.S. veterans, staff members at The Waters of Greencastle recently hosted a “welcome home” party for Vietnam veterans. When veterans returned home from that conflict in Southeast Asia, they did not receive the welcome that other generations of soldiers had...
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SENIOR LIFE ODYSSEY: Let’s spring clean our habits
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
Springtime motivates us to spring clean. We clean our homes. We clean our garages and our yards. This is the perfect time to spring clean our daily habits. Do we have habits that need to be swept out? Habits that sabotage our health? I have found that the best way to eliminate an unwanted habit is to replace it with a healthy habit. ...
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SENIOR LIFE ODYSSEY: When a loved one can no longer manage things alone
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
“My mother has always taken care of everybody else,” a client told me, “but now she can’t take care of herself. We’ve tried to convince her she can’t live by herself, but she says she’s doing just fine. “She almost started a fire when she left a pan on the stove, and she puts milk in the cabinet instead of the fridge. ...
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SENIOR LIFE ODYSSEY: Eclipse Fever
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
Just as was the case throughout Greencastle and much of Central Indiana on the afternoon of Monday, April 8, all eyes are on the skies at Asbury Towers as residents and staff members enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime experience of a total solar eclipse in the community.
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SENIOR LIFE ODYSSEY: What would a ‘good death’ mean for you?
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
Before the American Civil War pitted brother against brother in bloody battles far from their homes, what constituted having a “good death” was austere. It was centered on the home and the family as a unit, in which one’s death would occur in their care and comfort. The dying would have the necessary opportunity to reconcile. A family’s presentation of mourning was a rigid expectation...
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Governor candidate Doden to visit Greencastle April 24
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
Indiana gubernatorial candidate Eric Doden will bring his “Faith. Vision. Action.” Tour to Greencastle on Wednesday, April 24. Doors open at 9 a.m. at the Lifebuilder Community Center, 703 E. Washington St., with Doden set to speak at 9:30. Doden will discuss his vision for the state while looking to rally support heading into the final days of the campaign ahead of the Tuesday, May 7 primary election...
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Shared Values
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
With their organization named first runner-up at the ninth-annual Hoosier Heartland State Bank Shared Values Awards recently, Isaiah 117 House of Putnam County representatives (from left) Rissa Shepherd, Martha Barnett, Sarah McDaniel and Adele Sprinkles claim a $2,500 donation...
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PCPL hosting listening party for new Taylor Swift album
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
The Putnam County Public Library is hosting a listening party featuring Taylor Swift’s new “The Tortured Poets Department” album this Saturday, April 20 from 12-2 p.m. In celebrating the Friday release of the highly anticipated album, attendees can participate in passive activities such as creating friendship bracelets and blackout poetry...
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Forest Gras Band to play Eagles
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
Eagles Lodge 4388 is having the Forest Gras Band from 8 p.m.-midnight on Saturday, April 20 as well as a baked potato bar from 5-7 p.m. There will also be home-baked goods for sale from 6-8 p.m. as well as meat raffles. The event is open to the public...
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Fillmore VFD hosting bluegrass music on Fridays
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
FILLMORE — The Fillmore Volunteer Fire Department has started its second year of hosting bluegrass music. Sessions are held Friday evenings from 6-8 p.m. at the firehouse, located at 12 Hendricks St. Hot dogs and drinks are available. New players and singers with stringed instruments are welcome to come and jam along. Any donations will go toward the fire department’s upkeep...
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SENIOR LIFE ODYSSEY: Applications open for Golden Hoosier Award
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration’s Division of Aging has announced that nominations are now being accepted for the 2024 Golden Hoosier Award. This is the 17th year of the program. “Our state is filled with generous Hoosiers who are constantly giving back to their neighborhoods and communities,” Lt. ...
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SENIOR LIFE ODYSSEY: April 22 Dine With a Doc event to feature Elaine Peck
(Local News ~ 04/18/24)
The April program of the Dine With a Doc series, sponsored by Senior Education Ministries, will feature Elaine Peck, director at the Putnam County Hospice and Palliative Care Association. The program is set for 10 a.m. until noon Monday, April 22 at Putnam County Hospital, 1542 Bloomington St., Greencastle...
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