Stories from Thursday, May 30, 2024

A pair of road funding matters – one approved and another possibly on the docket in the coming weeks – were on the mind of Putnam County Council members during their monthly meeting. Meeting one week later than normal, the council approved $500,000 in additional appropriation requests for the Putnam County Highway Department, while also seemingly moving closer to approving an increase to the local wheel tax and motor vehicle surtax...

Despite all the roadblocks thrown in her way -- literally and figuratively -- first-term Greencastle Mayor Lynda Dunbar remains optimistic, undaunted and to the point on the city, its present and its future. In her State of the City remarks Wednesday to the Greencastle Rotary Club at the Inn at DePauw, Mayor Dunbar spoke candidly about issues like the U.S. ...

In another sign that summer is upon us in Greencastle, the 33rd season of Parkfest will open on Tuesday, June 4 at the Robe-Ann Park bandshell. The season-opening show will feature traditional Parkfest season opener Mike Van Rensselaer followed by local favorite Tad Robinson Band...

In stark contrast to other local entities in small-town Indiana, the Putnam County JRAC has a unique problem – more funds than it has funding requests. As the local Justice Reinvestment Advisory Council, this board composed of a cross section of various criminal justice, legal, public safety, health and education professionals is the guardian of opioid settlement funds the State of Indiana began distributing last year...

An online resource for geography and travel has recognized Greencastle as one of the most scenic small towns in the state. Published this week via WorldAtlas, the article “7 Most Scenic Small Towns In Indiana” notes that small towns in the state “are scenic like their city counterparts, offering plenty of picturesque sights and attractions to travelers.”...

With a community of music lovers nearly filling the main level seating at Gobin Church, violinist Teagan Faran performs “Iridescent,” written by Grace Ann Lee, during the Greencastle Summer Music Festival concert Wednesday evening. Earlier, Faran collaborates with Leo Sussman on Flute and Eric Edberg on cello in a performance of “Haydn London Trio in C Major.” ...

Marylyn Kay Reed, of Greencastle, peacefully went home to Jesus and her beloved Chuck (Charles Luther Reed) on Monday, May 27, 2024 at 1:34 a.m., surrounded by her family. Marylyn was born in Clay City to the late Wallace (Wally) Oscar Kress and Martha Elizabeth Hepler Kress on April 5, 1944...

RUSSELLVILLE — The Russellville High School alumni banquet will be held on Saturday, June 15 at the Russellville Community Center, 300 N. Harrison St. A meet-and-greet will be held at 11 a.m., with dinner being served at 1 p.m. Cost of the meal is $17...