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Gardner tapped as South Putnam MS/HS principal
(Local News ~ 12/15/22)
With Levi Yowell to leave South Putnam at the end of the year, a veteran educator and administrator will succeed him at South Putnam Middle/High School. The South Putnam School Board officially approved Tona Gardner as the building’s new principal at its regular meeting Wednesday evening...
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City officials, co-workers say goodbye to Tom Sutherlin
(Local News ~ 12/15/22)
Departing Greencastle Police Chief Tom Sutherlin is hoping that fate doesn’t allow the start of his second career to be as inauspicious as his first. Sutherlin, who is leaving GPD effective Friday, will become chief deputy under Putnam County Sheriff-elect Jerrod Baugh on Jan. 3. During a City Hall reception in his honor Wednesday evening, Sutherlin recalled the beginning of his 19-year tenure as chief on Jan. 1, 2004...
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Cloverdale opting into new comprehensive plan
(Local News ~ 12/15/22)
CLOVERDALE — With the county continuing work on revamping its comprehensive plan, Cloverdale is to be included in the effort moving forward. Hearing from County Planning Director Lisa Zeiner about the town’s options as a municipality with its own planning and zoning standards, the Cloverdale Town Council consented to opt into the new plan at its regular meeting Tuesday evening...
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Lauren Day highlights Area 30 culinary program
(Local News ~ 12/15/22)
With only a few regular items to approve on its agenda, Area 30 Career Center’s interlocal board got a pulse on the success of its culinary program Tuesday morning. Instructor and chef Lauren Day highlighted how the program has reached out to the community, as well as the dedication and enthusiasm of her students and the program’s growth...
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CCSC board salutes outgoing Huge, Hinton Monday
(Local News ~ 12/15/22)
CLOVERDALE — The Cloverdale School Board bade farewell to two of its own as it concluded the last meeting for Arvel Hinton and Duane Huge Monday evening. Doing so with “sadness and joy,” Board President Vivian Whitaker presented plaques denoting their 4-1/2 years and 11-1/2 years of service on the board, respectively...
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Flurry of falls sees Northview flatten North Putnam
(High School Sports ~ 12/15/22)
BAINBRIDGE – It was a dual match that showed promise but ended as one-sided as many of the matches on the night did. Northview visited North Putnam Thursday night, providing a bit of insight into the state of WIC wrestling in the 2022-23 season. Last year, the Cougars finished second and the Knights seventh in the conference meet but the teams looked to be moving in opposite directions this campaign as the visitors steamrolled their way to a 57-24 win...
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State Rep. Baird to serve on key House committees
(Local News ~ 12/15/22)
District 44 State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) has received appointments to serve as a member of two key House committees. Baird will serve as vice chairman of the House Agriculture and Rural Development Committee, and was reappointed to the House Ways and Means Committee...
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Gleaners drive-through set Saturday at Bainbridge
(Local News ~ 12/15/22)
BAINBRIDGE — Gleaners food distribution is set for 10 a.m. at the Bainbridge Elementary School on South Washington Street parking lot on Saturday, Dec. 17. It is open to all in need. The drive-through is set until food runs out. Volunteers are needed by 9 a.m. to help with loading boxed food items and traffic control...
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Wreaths Across America ceremony set Saturday
(Local News ~ 12/15/22)
The 2022 Wreaths Across America ceremony at Forest Hill Cemetery is set for noon on Saturday, Dec. 17. Sponsored locally by the Washburn Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, the program honors deceased veterans with the placement of wreaths on their graves...
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Putnam Scanner for Dec. 16, 2022
(Police Logs ~ 12/15/22)
Several people were booked in the Putnam County Jail recently. Wednesday • At 5:01 p.m. Amber L. Bennett, 36, Terre Haute, was taken into custody for criminal trespass. • At 1:33 p.m. Terre N. Cooksey, 38, Greencastle, was housed at the jail for possession of methamphetamine...
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Walk your way to fitness this winter
(Local News ~ 12/15/22)
Walking is the single most popular adult exercise in this country. And why not? It’s safe, easy and cheap. Best of all, it makes us look and feel great. Studies show that a regular schedule of brisk walking has several benefits: • Improves circulation and helps heart and lungs work more efficiently;...
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