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UPDATED: One killed in Friday collision on Interstate 70
(Local News ~ 07/01/24)
CLOVERDALE — A Delaware woman was killed Friday in a collision on Interstate 70 that involved a semi. An investigation found that a semi driven by Bhagwant Singh, 49, Indianapolis, was traveling in the westbound passing lane at about 10:30 a.m. toward the 35-mile marker. Traffic was slowed or stopped and down to one lane at the time from a previous incident...
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County moves forward in hiring owner’s rep for annex project
(Local News ~ 07/01/24)
Putnam County took a tangible step toward the construction of a new courthouse annex on Monday when the Putnam County Commissioners approved hiring an owner’s representative for the upcoming construction project. On the recommendation of the annex committee that has been examining the matter for several months, the three commissioners unanimously approved hiring Envoy Companies of Fishers to assist the county through the process...
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First Friday to offer extension of July 4
(Local News ~ 07/01/24)
After the cookouts and fireworks of the Independence Day holiday, Main Street Greencastle invites the public to continue the celebration into Friday, July 5 with the monthly First Friday event in downtown Greencastle. Everyone is encouraged to wear their most patriotic gear and celebrate on and around Courthouse Square beginning at 6 p.m...
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Annual Celebrate 4 events planned Thursday at Big Walnut Sports Park
(Local News ~ 07/01/24)
Presented by Friends of the Park, Greencastle Parks and Recreation and a number of local sponsors, the Celebrate 4 annual Fourth of July celebration is set for Thursday, July 4 at Big Walnut Park. Ongoing construction as crews complete Phase II of the Robe-Ann Park renovation prompted the move of the July 4 celebration for 2024...
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Tennessee Street duplex project recommended for abatement
(Local News ~ 07/01/24)
Meeting for the first time since it was reconstituted more than a year ago in March 2023, the Greencastle Economic Development Commission (EDC) has recommended tax abatement for another multi-family housing development. The EDC, on a motion from Mark Hammer, voted unanimously to send a positive recommendation to the City Council for tax abatement and create an Economic Development Target Area (EDTA) to facilitate the abatement for Willow Grove, a four-building, eight-duplex project located on Tennessee Street.. ...
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Moore, Brennan ready to get up to speed with Oakland City sprint football program
(High School Sports ~ 07/01/24)
The Wabash Valley Football Coaches Association All-Star Game was the last game for several of the players involved on June 22. For others, it was a chance to get back on the field and re-acclimate themselves ahead of more seasons to follow. Two of those players will be heading south in August to begin preparations for their next teams as Greencastle graduates Lamar Moore and Brendle Brennan both signed in May to play sprint football at Oakland City University starting in the 2024-25 school year...
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Simply Bridget, Big Henry to play Parkfest Tuesday
(Local News ~ 07/01/24)
Two bands with names that otherwise sound like solo acts will grace the Parkfest stage on Tuesday. Simply Bridget will open the evening at 6:30 p.m., followed by Big Henry in the weekly concert series at the Robe-Ann Park bandshell. Simply Bridget is a father/daughter duo that passionately plays all styles and genres of music from 2024 bac, to 1952 – music ranging from Taylor Swift to Jelly Roll to Frank Sinatra...
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PCCF announces mental health, substance use request for info
(Local News ~ 07/01/24)
In response to the 2023 Community Needs Assessment, the Putnam County Community Foundation (PCCF) is launching a Request for Information (RFI) for entities addressing mental health and substance use in Putnam County. This initiative aims to gather insights into active organizations, identify service gaps and enhance available resources...
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Clay coroner identifies pedestrian struck on Interstate 70
(Local News ~ 07/01/24)
BRAZIL — The pedestrian who was struck and killed on Interstate 70 near Brazil Thursday morning has been identified. The Clay County Coroner’s Office positively identified the man as James J. Carder, 19, Wapakoneta, Ohio. At about 2:30 a.m., officers from the Indiana State Police Putnamville Post and the Clay County Sheriff’s Office responded to the incident, which occurred near the 22-mile marker...
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Robert Edward Hammons Sr.
(Obituary ~ 07/01/24)
Robert Edward Hammons Sr., 51, passed away on June 24, 2024. He was born on Sept. 18, 1972 in Greencastle to Ronald Hammons and Alice (Gibson) Hammons. On July 5, 2008, he married his best friend, Tammy (Ortiz) Hammons. Robert enjoyed building plastic model military aircrafts, listening to his music, gaming and being outside in nature with the animals. He loved all of his coworkers at any job he held, and they all loved him back...
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Jo Ruth Cancilla
(Obituary ~ 07/01/24)
Jo Ruth Cancilla passed away peacefully at Methodist Hospital surrounded by her family and 19-year-old Max (her best friend that’s still living). If you loved Mama, know she loved you. Mama and Poppa started Nunzio’s Pizza House in Crawfordsville, then moved it to Greencastle in 1952; it was known as Nunzios’ Pizza Den in the 1980s. The same restaurant became Mama Nunz’s...
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Daisies to Brownies
(Local News ~ 07/01/24)
Troop 1142 Girl Scouts (from left) Vanessa Adams, Joslynn Wilson, Anastasia Crowe and Kensi Nees celebrate their completion of the Daisy level after a ceremony recently. They will move on to the Brownie level.
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Brazil Concert Band giving second patriotic performance this Sunday
(Local News ~ 07/01/24)
BRAZIL — The Brazil Concert Band, directed by Matthew Huber, will present its second consecutive patriotic-themed program this Sunday, July 7 at 8 p.m. at Forest Park, rain or shine. This week’s show will continue with patriotic music as the Fourth of July falls between two different performances...
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Indiana State Police offer fireworks safety tips
(Local News ~ 07/01/24)
PUTNAMVILLE -- It’s that time of the year again where everyone is looking forward to celebrating Independence Day. Enjoying the summer weather, having a backyard cook-out, spending time with family and friends and using fireworks are all some of the best ways to celebrate...
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‘Elemental’ screening set Friday at Russellville Community Center
(Local News ~ 07/01/24)
RUSSELLVILLE — A screening of “Elemental” will be held in the gym at the Russellville Community Center this Friday, July 5 at 7 p.m. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the cost is $1 per person, while hot dogs, popcorn and drinks will be available to purchase. Thanks to generosity of Joe Buser, entry will be free to the first 50 people...
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Volkswagens old and new sought for parade
(Local News ~ 07/01/24)
Volkswagen owners are invited as the Volkswagen Brigade plans again to bring up the rear of the Putnam County 4-H Fair Parade on Sunday, July 14. Since its first appearance in 2001, the group’s mission has been to keep the marque alive by inviting enthusiasts throughout the area to participate in this parade tradition...
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