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Russ represents local, regional EMS interest on Capitol Hill (Local News ~ 05/20/24)
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Putnam County EMS Chief Kelly Russ was one of three representatives from West Central Indiana who recently traveled to Capitol Hill to discuss issues facing emergency medical services across the country. Russ was among more than 200 members of the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians from 44 states and the District of Columbia to take part in EMS Day on the Hill, in which they were able to meet with the offices of senators and Congress members from their own states... -
SRO agreement scrutinized, but approved, at South Putnam (Local News ~ 05/20/24)
A development that has been waiting in the wings, South Putnam Schools having at least one school resource officer (SRO) through the county, was scrutinized on Wednesday. The South Putnam School Board voted to cancel an existing MoU with the Town of Cloverdale and Cloverdale Schools to share a local officer. It then approved a partnership with the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office to provide new officers... -
North Putnam board approves food service, bus driver comp (Local News ~ 05/20/24)
ROACHDALE — The two main items on an otherwise light agenda, the North Putnam School Board approved continuing food service and bus driver compensation on Thursday. As to the former, Asst. Supt. Rodney Simpson brought a recommendation to renew North Putnam’s contract with Chartwells, with which it has been since 2019. The new agreement will be good for five years... -
Lower Community Crossings bid could pave way to savings (Local News ~ 05/20/24)
It wasn’t that long ago that paving bids before the Putnam County Commissioners were almost always over their estimate. In 2019 and 2020, the lone bid for work performed under the Community Crossings grant was submitted by Wabash Valley Asphalt, with the bids averaging more than a quarter-million dollars over their original estimate... -
4-H Fair Parade to follow Seminary, Locust streets this year (Local News ~ 05/20/24)
With no assurance from the Indiana Department of Transportation that work on the Washington Street portion of U.S. 231 will be done in time, the Sunday, July 14 Putnam County 4-H Fair Parade will follow a different route this year. The route will be located on Seminary and Locust streets this year, as opposed to the normal Washington Street route... -
Area 30 Board discusses material, exam costs (Local News ~ 05/20/24)
With a new one to be approved, Area 30 Career Center’s budget for the next year is to see an increase. New expenses are being incurred on the front end. Presenting a summary to Area 30’s interlocal board last Tuesday, Executive Director Chad Nunley related the cost of curriculum materials and certification exams being added. Lab fees and enrollment are being figured in as well... -
Fight the Bite: Personal mosquito control (Local News ~ 05/20/24)
The weather is beginning to warm up and that means more time spent outdoors enjoying the fresh air. This also means that pesky insects, like mosquitoes, will be out and about. Mosquitoes create quite a nuisance for people when they bite you and create those nice little red bumps that itch constantly. Besides creating that itchy red bump, they also can create public health concerns by transmitting diseases such as West Nile Virus... -
Tigers’ season comes to an end in NCAA Softball Regional (College Sports ~ 05/20/24)
DePauw jumped out to a 2-0 lead after just three batters had stepped up to the plate in the Tigers’ NCAA Softball Regional game against Coe, but the top-seed Kohawks scored one in the first and eight in the second and held on for 12-9 win to advance to the Division III Super Regional round. The Tigers finished their season at 30-16-1, while Coe moved to 34-9... -
Greencastle, Cloverdale pick up multiple wins in final week of regular season; North Putnam, South Putnam, Clovers close final week with wins (High School Sports ~ 05/20/24)
Greencastle 9, Brown County 3 The Tiger Cubs scored in every inning but the fifth to take care of the Eagles Thursday evening. Nathan Sutherlin hit an RBI sac fly in the first, as would Owen Huff in the second, before adding an RBI groundout in the third. Bryton Gregg doubled in a second run in the inning for a 4-0 lead... -
SOUTHMONT SOFTBALL SECTIONAL: Eagles win the long ball battle over Mounties, advance to face Wolves Tuesday (High School Sports ~ 05/20/24)
NEW MARKET — There was a MLB commercial in the 1990’s that said, ‘Chicks dig the long ball’. The young ladies at Southmont on Monday night hit the long ball. Southmont and South Putnam combined for four home runs and the Eagles had two shots off of the top of the fence as the Eagles advanced with a 9-5 win IHSAA Softball Class 2A Sectional No. 44 play... -
SOUTHMONT SOFTBALL SECTIONAL: Tiger Cub trample over Cougars, set to face Wildcats Tuesday (High School Sports ~ 05/20/24)
NEW MARKET — Ali Hassler was dominant on the mound as Greencastle knocked out the defending champion North Putnam Cougars in the opening round of IHSAA Softball Class 2A Sectional No. 44 at Southmont Monday night. The Tiger Cubs picked up the 9-0 win as Hassler threw a one-hitter with 13 strikeouts, giving up only a seventh inning, one-out double to Camryn Riggle... -
Plan ahead for home canning this summer (Local News ~ 05/20/24)
If you are just now thinking about joining the trend in our communities to can food this summer, start by checking your equipment and supplies. Proper equipment in good condition is required for safe, high-quality home-canned food. A pressure canner is essential for canning low-acid vegetables, meats, fish and poultry. ... -
Jeffery Leroy Redick (Obituary ~ 05/20/24)
Jeffery Leroy Redick passed away on May 18, 2024 at home with family in Greencastle. Jeff was born on July 29, 1957 in Findlay, Ohio. He was the youngest of three children and only son of Gerald and Evelyn Redick (Weihrauch) of Jenera, Ohio. His life began and ended in the farming industry... -
James ‘Jim’ A. Hayes (Obituary ~ 05/20/24)
James “Jim” A. Hayes, 82, passed away peacefully May 18, 2024. He was surrounded by loved ones. Jim was born April 12, 1942 to Millard and Myfanwy (James) Hayes in Spencer. Jim worked as a rural mail carrier for the Cloverdale post office for many years... -
Non-food pantry distribution set Saturday (Local News ~ 05/20/24)
The Putnam County Non-Food Pantry will distribute cleaning and hygiene products this Saturday, May 25 from noon-2 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. Distribution takes place inside Hamilton Hall and a light lunch will be served. Attendees must present proof of Putnam County residency, which can include a driver’s license or recent utility bill. Those coming to pick up items for neighbors should bring their identification... -
Plainfield, Hendricks Regional announce preservation of Litle House
(Local News ~ 05/20/24)
PLAINFIELD — In a significant victory for historic preservation, the Town of Plainfield and Hendricks Regional Health have announced the successful preservation effort of the historic Thomas and Louisa Litle House. The Queen Anne-style home, located along U.S. 40 in Plainfield, will now be preserved and incorporated into the community’s future growth...
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Body of Terre Haute man recovered from lake in Clay County Sunday (Local News ~ 05/20/24)
STAUNTON — A Terre Haute man fell victim to an apparent drowning in Clay County Sunday. Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating after their divers recovered the body of the man from the water at Chinook Fish & Wildlife Area. Conservation Officers were dispatched to Chinook FWA at 8:29 p.m. for a person going under the water and not resurfacing. At 9:47 p.m., using sonar, the body of Micah T. Harrison, 19, was recovered in 14 feet of water... -
Tiger Cubs fall to Chargers, 8-2 (High School Sports ~ 05/20/24)
The Greencastle baseball team hosted a 16-win North Montgomery team Monday night in non-conference action, getting set for the fast-approaching sectionals.The Chargers got to Tiger Cub pitching in the third inning, scoring six runs to go on to the 8-2 victory...
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