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Indianapolis man dies at Mt. Meridian following pursuit
(Local News ~ 07/04/22)
MOUNT MERIDIAN — An Indianapolis man is dead after fleeing from Hendricks County police on Saturday and ultimately crashing in eastern Putnam County. Dominique Jackson, 32, died when the Chevrolet Malibu he was driving left U.S. 40 near County Road 550 East, ultimately rolling and catching fire...
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End appears near for historic O’Hair House
(Local News ~ 07/04/22)
Some windows have been removed from the second floor. The interior is basically cleaned out. And a demolition permit has been filed. Thus the end is obviously near for venerable O’Hair House, once home to one of Greencastle’s more prominent families and then a longtime sanctuary for hundreds of students as the DePauw University campus health center site...
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Keifer Wilson named Putnam County Baseball Player of the Year
(High School Sports ~ 07/04/22)
Even among a senior-heavy squad in the 2021 baseball season, Greencastle’s Keifer Wilson made others take notice whether he was behind the dish, on the mound or at the plate. Once the responsibilities carried by so many fell to him as a senior, Wilson’s play continued to improve, earning a second-straight Class 3A All-State selection from the Indiana High School Baseball Coaches Association and a spot in the IHSBCA North-South All-Star Series...
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All-Putnam County Baseball Team
(High School Sports ~ 07/04/22)
C: Keifer Wilson, Greencastle (Putnam County Player of the Year) — Hit .543 (44-for-81) in his final campaign for the 15-11 Tiger Cubs, both the average and hits new school records for s single season. Notched 11 doubles, a triple and four home runs, driving in 33 runs while scoring 25 times and stealing 19 bases. Only struck out seven times during the year, helping him to a .598 on-base percentage, a .851 slugging percentage and a 1.450 OPS for his senior year...
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Putnam County Visual Arts Exhibit opens with support from IAC
(Local News ~ 07/04/22)
With the support of the Indiana Arts Commission, the Greencastle Arts Council and Putnam County Museum are collaborating on a joint project that in the span of three short years has blossomed into a local tradition — the Putnam County Adult Visual Arts Exhibition...
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100+ Men Who Care of Putnam County kick off 2022 campaign
(Local News ~ 07/04/22)
At the spring meeting of 100+ Men Who Care of Putnam County, the Putnam County Mural Project was chosen as the latest quarterly local recipient of a grant from the organization. The first quarter’s check was in the amount of $10,300. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 13...
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Home Run
(Local News ~ 07/04/22)
Having partnered with independent Scentsy consultant Leah Henry (left) on a fundraiser, the South Putnam Youth League accepts a check from Henry for $750. Accepting the donation are player Drew Fitzsimmons and board President Bryan Paulson. In all, more than $850 was donated through the event.
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Earl Neeley
(Obituary ~ 07/04/22)
Earl Neeley 87, joined his wife of 56 years in Heaven on Sunday, July 3rd, 2022, surrounded by his children. He was born on Aug. 5, 1934 to Charles and Emma (Butler) Neeley in Amo. In his youth he moved to Kentucky, where he met the love of his life, Edna Lamb, in Lancaster, Ky., a marriage that lasted 56 years until her passing in 2010...
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Patriotism through volunteerism
(Local News ~ 07/04/22)
As I celebrated Independence Day with my family this weekend, I found myself reflecting on what it truly means to be patriotic. Patriotism is the feeling of love and devotion to one’s country, but I wonder how we might notice patriotism in our everyday lives, right here in our community. Activities like voting in local elections, serving jury duty at the Putnam County Courthouse and supporting local veterans and service members all come to mind right away...
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Lieber SRA gets grant for soccer goals
(Local News ~ 07/04/22)
CLOVERDALE -- The Friends of Lieber organization has received a grant from the Indiana Parks Alliance to provide soccer goals for visitors to Lieber State Recreation Area. Lieber is located on Cagles Mill Lake and offers overnight camping as well as day use. Activities include hiking trails, a swimming pool, beach on the lake, boating and fishing...
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Court News for July 5, 2022
(Court News ~ 07/04/22)
The following cases were filed in Putnam County courts recently. Jose Sanchez-Maldonado, 49, Putnamville Correctional Facility, Level 5 felony battery resulting in serious bodily injury Aaron A. Lowe, 33, Terre Haute, Level 6 felony auto theft, Level 6 felony firearm theft,...
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Putnam Scanner for July 5, 2022
(Police Logs ~ 07/04/22)
Three people were booked in the Putnam County Jail recently. Friday • At 1:54 a.m. Jacob M. Joseph, 21, LaPorte, was lodged at the jail for strangulation. Thursday • At 2:04 p.m. Derick S. Pemberton, 26, Greencastle, was housed at the jail for child solicitation...
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City to open bids for park house renovation
(Local News ~ 07/04/22)
On Tuesday, July 5 at 3 p.m., representatives from the City of Greencastle will open bids for the project of renovating the house at 405 Bloomington St. The house is located at the main entrance to Robe-Ann Park and is to be used by the director of parks and recreation...
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Inflation-fighting tips
(Local News ~ 07/04/22)
With food, gas and energy prices at historic highs in recent months, American families are struggling to adjust their budgets to make ends meet. According to Parul Jain, associate professor of professional practice at the Rutgers Business School in Newark and New Brunswick, the average household is paying about $315 a month more than it did last year for the same “basket” of goods...
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DePue, Strauss to perform ‘the impossible duet’
(Local News ~ 07/04/22)
Violinist Zachary DePue, a virtuoso with an active international career, will be joined in Wednesday’s 7:30 p.m. Greencastle Summer Music Festival program at Gobin Memorial United Methodist Church by violist Michael Strauss showcasing the virtuosity of each artist, including a piece many young string players call “the impossible duet..."
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‘Clue: Onstage’ at Putnam County Playhouse
(Local News ~ 07/04/22)
The 61st season of the Putnam County Playhouse continues with a production of the mystery/comedy “Clue: Onstage.” It will be produced July 7-9 and July 13-16. All performances are at 8 p.m. and all tickets are $10. Reservations may be made by calling the box office at 653-5880 from 5-7 p.m. Monday through Saturday during performance weeks only. Tickets and reservations are available only through the box office...
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Free to Move
(Local News ~ 07/04/22)
As the U.S.A. pauses for a day to celebrate its freedom, Celebrate 4, the annual July 4 celebration at Robe-Ann Park in Greencastle, had a lot to do with freedom of movement, including some young runners leading the charge at the start of the Mike Rokicki Memorial 5K...
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Fair passes on sale early at reduced fee
(Local News ~ 07/04/22)
The Putnam County Fair Board is encouraging fair-goers to save a little money this year with the early purchase of its annual parking pass for $15. Starting on the first Saturday of the fair, the gate will be collecting parking fees, and the passes go up to $20 each at the gate...
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