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Jalen Moore camp to benefit Fislar family (High School Sports ~ 05/13/24)
CLOVERDALE — A former Cloverdale High School basketball star will use his annual basketball camp to benefit a local family in its time of need. The Jalen Moore Basketball Camp is set for Sunday, June 9 at Cloverdale High School. Normally a free event, the event will be $25 per student this year, with all proceeds going to the wife and kids of Deputy Fred Fislar... -
Greencastle man charged in child porn case (Local News ~ 05/13/24)
A Greencastle man is charged with a Level 4 felony for allegedly possessing and viewing child pornography. Bruce A. Campbell, 52, made his initial appearance in Putnam Circuit Court Monday afternoon, entering a not-guilty plea to a single charge of child exploitation... -
Page Turner (Local News ~ 05/13/24)
Keeping things hot and fresh for the 66th-annual Kiwanis Club of Greencastle Pancake Breakfast, club member and Putnam County Library Director Matt McClelland takes his turn at the griddle Saturday morning at the Greencastle Moose Lodge... -
Downtown business owner addresses construction issues (Local News ~ 05/13/24)
Tongue firmly planted in cheek, a downtown business owner took time to address the Greencastle City Council on a topic that appears to rear its ugly head anytime two or more people start a conversation locally these days. “You may have noticed,” owner of The Whisk Joel Everson said in addressing the Council from the podium at City Hall, “there’s some construction work going on downtown.. -
All-in effort at Cloverdale fuels outdoor classroom (Local News ~ 05/13/24)
CLOVERDALE — A project set out by second-graders collecting change at Cloverdale Elementary School has come to fruition. Support from school leaders and partners was at the forefront. So it was all excitement last Thursday as the whole second-grade class met to dedicate a new outdoor classroom. The space was celebrated as an all-in effort to benefit the community... -
School issues dominate City Council meeting (Local News ~ 05/13/24)
The Greencastle City Council convened for its May session and a school board meeting broke out. Apparently concerned about recent developments in their schools and a perceived administrative turnover or defections, about a dozen parents and local residents, led by Amber Mackey, were on hand Thursday night. Many wore red in support for teachers and education... -
Crews respond Sunday to large debris fire (Local News ~ 05/13/24)
MORTON — Volunteer firefighters were called out to manage a burn that got out of control in Clinton Township Sunday evening. The Clinton Township and Bainbridge volunteer fire departments were toned at about 8:45 p.m. for a structure fire at 4962 W. U.S. 36... -
Greencastle Twp. seeking school board candidates (Local News ~ 05/13/24)
The Greencastle Township Advisory Board is seeking candidates for the appointed Greencastle School Board. The position is a four-year term. The new term starts July 1. The seat is currently held by Edward Wilson, who is eligible to reapply. Applications can be obtained by calling Steve Butts at 653-5918. The application will be sent by U.S. mail and returned the same way... -
Legionburgers available in drive-through event May 18 (Local News ~ 05/13/24)
In honor of Armed Forces Day, American Legion Post 58, located at 1401 Indianapolis Rd. on Greencastle’s East Side, will stage a Legionburger drive-through under its front canopy on Saturday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or until supplies run out. Legionburgers and french fries will be available at $2 each... -
Model trains on display through June 8 at county museum (Local News ~ 05/13/24)
The Putnam County Museum has announced that the Pacific & Eastern Model Railroad has returned to the museum for a short stay through Saturday, June 8. Visitors are invited to stop in to view the O-scale model railroad display and the museum’s collection of railroad memorabilia any time during the week from 10 a.m. ... -
New nuisance penalties coming in Fillmore (Local News ~ 05/13/24)
FILLMORE — With complaints consistently brought in recent years, action by Fillmore leaders on Thursday centered on nuisances being taken to task. Amending an existing ordinance, the Fillmore Town Council held its first reading on a new one. Otherwise unchanged, it notes new penalties and a “designee,” rather than a town marshal, enforcing them... -
Moose Lodge to host inaugural car show (Local News ~ 05/13/24)
Moose Lodge 1592 is hosting its inaugural car and vehicle show on Saturday, May 18. The event will take place at the lodge, 212. W. Franklin St., Greencastle. The rain date will be Sunday, May 19. The Moose is a fraternal organization that cares for children, seniors and local communities. ... -
FOP begins annual fundraising drive (Local News ~ 05/13/24)
The Putnam County Fraternal Order of Police is beginning its annual fundraising drive with calls to solicit donations. The 2024 drive will run from Monday, May 20 through roughly July 15. Organizers would like Putnam County residents to know that no in-person solicitation will take place without prior telephone arrangements... -
Donald Wayne Ratcliff (Obituary ~ 05/13/24)
Donald Wayne “Ragweed” Ratcliff, 88, of Bainbridge, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2024. He was born Aug. 1, 1935 in Morton, the son of Virgil Cline and Ivyl Oreta (Keyt) Ratcliff. He was a graduate of 1953 Bainbridge High School. Don retired from General Motors in Indianapolis, where he worked as a pipefitter. He previously worked for Coca-Cola as a truck driver and in masonry... -
Charles V. ‘Charley’ Riggle (Obituary ~ 05/13/24)
Charles V. “Charley” Riggle, 68, of Roachdale, went to his heavenly home on May 10, 2024. Charley was born on Aug. 2, 1955, in Crawfordsville to the late Richard “Buck” and Mary (Ford) Riggle. He married his best friend, Phyllis Reynolds, on July 27, 1974, and they shared nearly 50 wonderful years of marriage. Charley was a 1973 graduate of North Putnam High School and then went on to attend Purdue University... -
Linda L. (Claycomb) Webb (Obituary ~ 05/13/24)
Linda L. (Claycomb) Webb, aged 68, of Russellville, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at Witham Health Services in Lebanon after valiantly battling cancer. Born on June 10, 1955 in Crawfordsville, Linda, known for her humble yet boldly outspoken character, was the daughter of the late William H. “Bill” and Clara “Marie” (Johnson) Claycomb... -
Mitchell Hyde (Obituary ~ 05/13/24)
Mitchell Hyde, 52, passed from this life on May 12, 2024 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. Mitchell was born to the late Max Hyde and Beverly (Gibbs) Wells on Aug. 13, 1971 in Brazil. Mitchell graduated from Northview High School in 1990. After graduation he began working as a grill cook at Jackson’s Family Restaurant... -
Eagles Auxiliary to host spaghetti dinner Saturday (Local News ~ 05/13/24)
Greencastle Eagles Auxixiliary will host a spaghetti dinner with garlic bread, salad and dessert, all for $10 on Saturday, May 18 from 5-7 p.m. Frequency band will play from 8 p.m.-midnight. The event is open to the public. There will be raffles and a silent home-baked good auction before 7 p.m... -
Putnam Scanner for May 14, 2024
(Police Logs ~ 05/13/24)
Twelve people were booked in the Putnam County Jail recently. Saturday • At 10:57 p.m. Colby F. Strasburger, 54, Russellville, was lodged at the jail for probation violation. • At 4:17 p.m. Michael C. Oldham, 34, Fillmore, was taken into custody for driving while intoxicated and possession of marijuana...
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Gloria Gae Smith (Obituary ~ 05/13/24)
Gloria Gae Smith, of Valyrian Place and Mill Pond Health Campus in Greencastle, passed away in her sleep on April 21, 2024. Gloria was born on Dec. 9, 1930 to Robert and Martha Gump in Fontana, Calif. Moving to Panama City, Fla., in her high school years, Gloria met the love of her life, Ernest L. (Duke) Smith. Following high school, they were married in 1949 and spent 58 years together celebrating their love...
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