Stories from Monday, March 14, 2022

LIMEDALE -- A 33-year-old Tennessee man is facing four criminal charges after crashing his vehicle while driving through yards, ditches and a cornfield along Manhattan Road in an incident southwest of Greencastle Friday night. Bill C. Clodfelter, Gallatin, Tenn., is facing charges of driving while intoxicated while endangering a person less than 18 years old, a Level 6 felony; driving with a schedule I or II controlled substance in his body, a Class C misdemeanor; neglect of a dependent, a Level 6 felony; and resisting law enforcement, a Class A misdemeanor.. ...

arming is more than just an occupation, it’s a way of life. Long hours and hard work are not just in the job description, they are the job. Those who enter the industry — either by choice or tradition — do so with the understanding that farming can be a thankless profession, often the only reward being the sweat of their brow and the dirt on their hands...

Don’t look now but the new guard has taken over leadership of the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce. From 33-year-old new Executive Director Cody Eckert to incoming 38-year-old president Andrew O’Hair to 42-year-old Citizen of the Year Karl Turk -- in an award that often goes to a senior citizen as more of a lifetime achievement honor -- it was evident Saturday night that a younger group has taken the reins of the local business group...

It’s hard to be around Karl Turk without noticing his energy. There’s a big smile, a zest for life that can’t seem to be contained, particularly when he’s around his students at Cloverdale High School. That energy was on full display Saturday night as Turk, the Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) coordinator at CHS, was named the 2021 Citizen of the Year by the Putnam County Chamber of Commerce...

Two DePauw alums who learned their craft as media fellows are among the journalists covering Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Ben C. Solomon, an 2010 gradaute and correspondent for VICE News, landed an interview last Wednesday with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who said that he expected Russian President Vladimir Putin, having seen that “we are strong,” would negotiate. Solomon tweeted that Zelenskyy “snuck me and my @VICENews crew into his besieged presidential fortress.”...

WINSTON-SALEM N.C.- DePauw’s Erin Pasch finished third in the pentathlon topping her previous best and school record with 3,640 points at the NCAA Division III Indoor Track and Field Championships to earn all-America honors. Pasch started the day with 885 points after finishing the 60-meter hurdles in 9.12 seconds and then added 736 points when she matched her college best with a high jump of 1.60 (5-3). ...

After a century of participating in the IHSAA Boys’ Basketball State Tournament, Beech Grove won its first regional title Saturday, defeating Danville 66-50 in the Greencastle Regional final. The Hornets advanced to the final after defeating Brownstown Central 65-57 in the morning session at McAnally Center while the Warriors started the day with a 56-50 win over Indianapolis Brebeuf...

With the success of the 2021 Art Walk and the relation of Covid precautions and mandates, DePauw University calls for the Greencastle community to participate in DePauw University’s Art Walk 2022 from April 29 to May 1. When COVID-19 entered the picture, performances became restricted and “not so fun to play,” says DePauw University School of Music Professor William Pearson. ...

Jonathan Leo Trusty, 44, passed away on Nov. 20, 2021 at his residence in LaMarque, Texas. He was born on Oct. 23, 1977 in Brazil. He grew up at Fallen Rock Parke and attended United Methodist Church and youth group and performed with their mime troupe...

BAINBRIDGE — North Putnam schools will start testing a new GPS program on its buses beginning this spring. Each bus will be equipped with a tablet that will be connected to the corporation’s transportation department and will track bus movements along routes as well as take student attendance...

Freshman Vinny Buccilla hit a three-point basket with 40 seconds left to put Wabash up by nine points and sealed Saturday’s NCAA Division III Men’s Tournament Sectional Championship with a final layup for the Little Giants’ 81-75 win over Illinois Wesleyan. The victory sends Wabash to the tournament semifinals for the first time since the Little Giants won the national title in 1982...

The DePauw men’s tennis team beat the Wittenberg University Tigers 8-1 at home, improving to 5-5 overall, while Wittenberg moves to 4-5. DePauw got on the board first with Hudson Mosher and Chase Hutchinson defeating Joe Patton and Roy Jensen 8-1 at number three, followed by Cole Metzger and Ryan McCook beating Jake Stockhausen and Kyle Fout 8-2 at number two. Wyatt Metzger and Thomas Partridge defeated Brayden Kopp and John DeVito 8-5 at number one, completing the doubles sweep...

Governor Eric Holcomb has proclaimed the week of March 13-19 as Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Indiana. The goal of Severe Weather Preparedness Week is to build on the National Weather Service’s initiative of a “weather-ready nation,” in which Hoosiers are prepared for and can respond to all dangerous weather and flood hazards...

The Putnam County Master Gardener Association will host the 2022 Garden Fair from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday, March 19. Admission is free for the event at the Putnam County Fairgrounds Community Building, 191 N. U.S. 231, Greencastle. There will be three speakers during the event:...

PLAINFIELD – Duke Energy is reminding Indiana customers of available state and federal assistance programs to help manage their energy bills. If you or someone you know is having trouble paying their utility expenses, assistance programs are available to help...

ROACHDALE – With spring weather coming soon, Delta Theta Tau Sorority of Roachdale is now taking orders for its annual geranium and flower sale. There will be no public sale, but orders will be taken and no-contact deliveries will be made. Premium hybrid zonal 4.5-inch geraniums will be $5.50 apiece in red, white, salmon, pink and violet. Premium hybrid zonal six-inch geraniums will be $8.50 apiece and also available in red, white, salmon, pink and violet...

As the leading cause of death for all Americans, heart disease claims 600,000 lives annually. Many in our community know someone that has been affected by heart disease. It is always the right time to learn more about how you can help fight this disease and make heart-smart choices...

Eagles Lodge 4388 will be having Trigger Head band from 8 p.m.- midnight on Saturday, March 19. The show will be open to the public. Dinner of smoked sausage and cabbage for members will be served from 5-7 p.m. , with the monthly drawing at 8 p.m.

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, March 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...

Twelve people were booked in the Putnam County Jail recently. Sunday • At 7:10 p.m. Blake T. Ross, 27, Brazil, was lodged at the jail for invasion of privacy. • At 4:11 p.m. Michael T. Stansel, 59, Cloverdale, was taken into custody on a Marion County warrant...