Stories from Monday, February 14, 2022

The second Legislative Update program for the 2022 short session of the Indiana General Assembly is slated for Saturday, Feb. 19. The program is set to feature the three men who represent Putnam County in the General Assembly under way at Indianapolis -- District 44 State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle), Senate President Pro Tem and District 37 State Sen. Rodric Bray (R-Martinsville) and District 24 State Sen. John Crane (R-Avon)...

FINCASTLE – Two motorists were injured in a crash on U.S. 231 Sunday in which a telephone pole was struck and power in the area was shut down. According to information from the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office, first responders were dispatched to the incident, which occurred between U.S. 36 and Fincastle, at about 4:40 p.m...

BAINBRIDGE — The resolution to increase water rates was formally approved by the Bainbridge Town Council after first being proposed in January. The 60-percent increase will be spread out in increments of 20 percent over the next three years, with the first increase to be reflected on customers’ bills in as early as six weeks...

Days after the primary election filing deadline seemed to finalize the May 3 ballot, two candidates have withdrawn their name from consideration. Former Putnam County Councilman Darrel Thomas will not be seeking a new term on the council. Likewise, one-time clerk’s deputy Carrie Thompson is no longer running for clerk...

With a chill in the air and snow still on the ground, some warmer pursuits got attention from the Greencastle City Council at its February meeting. Nine very seasonal requests for street closures and/or noise ordinance variances got the Council thinking about warmer -- and brighter -- days ahead...

After passing a resolution concerned about pending state legislation that contemplates elimination of portions of the business personal property tax, Greencastle city officials still have “grave concerns” about the issue. Councilman Dave Murray, calling the debate over House Bill 1002 “a big issue,” asked Mayor Bill Dory about the status of the legislation at the February City Council session...

Paul David Denny, 74, of Greencastle, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022 at his residence surrounded by his family. Paul was born in Marion County on Aug. 25, 1947, the son of Charles and Mamie (Wall) Denny. He was a graduate of Spencer High School...

Donald Wayne Flint, 90, of Greencastle passed away Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022 at Independence Village in Fishers. Donald was born in Greencastle on June 16, 1931, the son of Herbert and Elizabeth Mae (Terry) Flint. He was a graduate of Greencastle High School...

Ina Oney, 76, of Greencastle, one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, fell asleep in death after a long fight with dementia-related illness on Feb. 6, 2022, at the Village of Avon. Beside her was her husband of 59 years, Glen Oney. Ina was born in Warsaw on July 2, 1945. She and her twin brother Ivan were the sixth and seventh of nine children born to Alvin and Lulu Alspaugh...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Indiana 4th District Congressman Jim Baird (R-Greencastle) has introduced the VA Same-Day Scheduling Act to ensure veterans get the timely attention and treatment that they deserve when contacting the VA. “Veterans and service members make tremendous personal sacrifices to defend our great nation, and our appreciation for their service shouldn’t end when they complete active duty,” Congressman Baird said...

For those looking for support on their recovery journey or those with loved ones still in the throes of addiction, the Faces of Hope event Wednesday evening may be a source of inspiration. Hosted by the Putnam County Library at 6 p.m., the panel discussion will feature Anjaili Cohen, Lynn Dunning, Eric Rippy, Dyland Lindsay and Josh Query...

Having applied for a grant through the Elks National Foundation, Greencastle Elks officers make a $5,500 donation to Family Support Services of West Central Indiana. Presenting the check to FSSWCI Executive Director Scott Monnett (second from left) are (from left) Nancy Wells, Christina Rumley and Danny Wallace.

In the first half of the 2022 legislative session, State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) voted to advance several key priorities, including a sweeping tax-cut package to help hardworking Hoosiers and businesses. Now in the hands of the Indiana Senate, Baird supported what would be the largest tax cut in state history, putting more than $1.3 billion back in Hoosiers’ pockets. ...

The inaugural Blackout Blindness Experience, an afternoon of games, silent auction and a unique dining experience, is set for Saturday, Feb. 19. The event is sponsored by the Greencastle Lions Club and Jolly Juniors 4-H Club. Games are scheduled for 4-6 p.m. with dinner from 6-8 p.m. in the Community Building on the Putnam County Fairgrounds...

Eligibility in the regular 4-H program necessitates one must be in grades 3-12 as of Jan. 1 of the current year. However, second-graders can get a taste of 4-H by signing up for the “Exploring 4-H” or mini 4-H program. Exploring 4-H is a program for children who are not yet old enough for 4-H. Any youth in the second grade as of Jan. 1 of the current year is eligible...

Seven people were booked in the Putnam County Jail recently. Friday • At 11:57 p.m. Emmitt W. N. Eastes, 21, Danville, was lodged at the jail for battery against a public safety officer, resisting law enforcement and public intoxication. • At 7:54 p.m. Tracie L. Hausdorfer, 50, Indianapolis, was taken into custody for driving a vehicle after forfeiture of license for life...

To better serve those in need in Putnam County, the Putnam County Emergency Food Pantry will be be open from 4-6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 17. The new time is designed for those who cannot make it during the pantry’s regular hours Monday and Tuesday from 9 a.m. to noon...