Stories from Wednesday, June 17, 2015

Just like the frazzled father (actor Darren McGavin) in the movie "A Christmas Story," Mitch Myers of Myers' Market knew a "major award" was soon coming his way. He just didn't know it would be wrapped up so properly and leave him thinking inside the box...

Putnam County Sheriff's Water Safety Officer Kim Suitors, and Indiana Conservation Officer Nathan Lutz teach water safety at "Kids Count" camp held this week at Heritage lake. Suitors is instructing several large groups this week at the event where kids are encouraged to make good choices...

Herman Lesly Green, 83, Roachdale, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2015 at his residence. He was born on Dec. 9, 1931 to William and Lola (Taylor) Green. Herman was first married to Lou Ella Hanks, she preceded him in death. He was then married to Barbara (Dickson) Green in 1968. They were married for 44 years...

On June 16, 2015, Rev. James Moore of Bloomington, Ind., went home to be with his Lord and Savior following a long illness. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Marjorie (Sedam) Moore; daughter Karen Hunter (Steve), son Kevin Moore (Michelle), son Kelly Moore (Patricia), and daughter Kamela Duff (Eric); 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He is also survived by brother Gene Moore (Betty) and sister Carolyn Janes...

The U.S. 231 resurfacing project is continuing in Greencastle with INDOT crews laying down blacktop Wednesday in the northbound lane between Shadowlawn Avenue and Columbia Street.