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Addition brings 27 more acres into Fern Cliff Nature Preserve
(Local News ~ 12/28/23)
A new addition to Fern Cliff Nature Preserve will bring 27 additional acres of Madison Township land under the protection of the Central Indiana Land Trust Inc. (CILTI). The organization announced Wednesday the acquisition of the Fern Cliff Addition, a 27-acre addition to the existing 157-acre Fern Cliff Nature Preserve...
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Annual Sustainability Awards presented to individual, couple, two organizations
(Local News ~ 12/28/23)
A local couple who epitomizes sustainable living, the director of the Putnam County Senior Center, a gung-ho gardening group and true friends of the park have been named winners of the 2023 Sustainability Awards. The Greencastle Sustainability Commission annually recognizes Putnam County citizens, organizations and businesses for protecting the environment...
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Unusual December coming to an end
(Local News ~ 12/28/23)
With a possibility of light snow in west-central Indiana through Friday, the third-longest period without measurable snow seems about to come to an end. Wednesday marked 284 days between measurable snows in central Indiana, according to the Indianapolis office of the National Weather Service. The last reported measurable snowfall in central Indiana occurred on March 18, tying 2016 for the third-longest period between measurable snows...
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Jim Baugh monument to be dedicated on 20th anniversary of deputy’s death
(Local News ~ 12/28/23)
Last spring, a small monument appeared on the south side of the Putnam County Courthouse with no fanfare. On Tuesday the marker, which honors the late Capt. Jim Baugh, will be officially dedicated on the 20th anniversary of Baugh’s tragic death on Jan. 2, 2004...
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Holiday Haul at Monrovia
(High School Sports ~ 12/28/23)
MONROVIA — South Putnam started the Monrovia Holiday Tournament 2-6 and doubled its win tally by the end of the day, adding a title to show for their work Wednesday. The Eagles defeated Eastern Greene 53-49 to start the tournament and came back in the evening to defeat the host Bulldogs 75-62 in the championship game...
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FEATURED SENIOR ATHLETE: Judah Amis, Greencastle
(High School Sports ~ 12/28/23)
Judah is a senior at Greencastle and participates in two sports, basketball and baseball. ——— Banner Graphic: How important are sports to you, and what have you learned from them? Judah Amis: “I find them to be pretty important. I like to work on my game and do the best I can. They teach you to work with a team for a common goal, being responsible and getting to things on time when you sign up to be part of the team.”...
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WABASH VALLEY CLASSIC DAY THREE: Greencastle advances to consolation final; Cloverdale ends Classic stay 0-3
(High School Sports ~ 12/28/23)
TERRE HAUTE – Greencastle will make a fourth trip to Terre Haute South on Friday after defeating Casey-Westfield to reach the consolation final of the First Financial Wabash Valley Classic Thursday. The Tiger Cubs saw a seven-point lead after three quarters evaporate in a matter of a few seconds but Cody Evans powered the team down the stretch for a 46-42 win while Cloverdale finished its stay at the Classic with an 0-3 mark after falling to Shakamak earlier in the day...
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Kansas man killed on Interstate 70 in Clay County Monday
(Local News ~ 12/28/23)
BRAZIL — A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle on Interstate 70 in Clay County on Christmas night. On Thursday, the Indiana State Police announced that the deceased man was Fredy Romas Escobar, 33, Kansas City, Kan. At approximately 8:15 p.m. on Dec. 25, Indiana State Police from the Putnamville Post and the Clay County Sheriff’s Office responded to a pedestrian being struck on I-70 westbound near the 22-mile marker...
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PCH physicians listed among ‘Top Doctors’ by magazine
(Local News ~ 12/28/23)
Putnam County Hospital doctors Michael Barron, Babu Doddapaneni, Vijay Rao and Sameer Ahmed were each named as 2023 “Top Doctors” by Indianapolis Monthly magazine in the November issue. The doctors, who are all part of the Franciscan Physician Network, also practice at PCH. Barron, Doddapaneni and Rao were recognized for their work in cardiology. Ahmed was honored for his work in medical oncology...
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Putnam Scanner for Dec. 29, 2023
(Police Logs ~ 12/28/23)
Several people were booked in the Putnam County Jail recently. Thursday • At 4:10 a.m. Rashelle K. Daugherty, 41, Reelsville, was booked in on a local warrant. • At 3:47 a.m. Rafiki B. Howard, 49, Lafayette, was lodged at the jail on a local warrant...
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Greencastle Eagles to host New Year’s Eve party
(Local News ~ 12/28/23)
The Greencastle Eagles Lodge will be hosting a New Year’s Eve party at 207 Elizabeth St., Greencastle. Starting at 8 p.m., the Barcode Band will play until midnight. Bring your own snacks. Biscuits and gravy will be served at midnight. Event is open to the public, with the lodge accepting new members...
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Lloyd Irwin Blubaum
(Obituary ~ 12/28/23)
Lloyd Irwin Blubaum, 75, of Greencastle, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023. Lloyd was born on Nov. 17, 1948 to the late Edgar and Maxine Blubaum in Vincennes. After graduation from Lincoln High School, he attended Indiana State University where he received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education. Lloyd was a beloved teacher at North Putnam High School, where he touched many young lives. He retired in 2006 after 33 years of service...
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Houck Covered Bridge siding in disrepair
(Local News ~ 12/28/23)
First mentioned to the Putnam County Commissioners in early summer, an issue with the siding of Houck Covered Bridge appears to be ongoing. While reviewing the state of disrepair of a number of bridges in the community back in June, County Engineer Jim Peck spoke of issues with the siding of the bridge, which was completely restored and bypassed in 2014...
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Gary David Vickous
(Obituary ~ 12/28/23)
Gary David Vickous, 77, of Martinsville, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023 at IU Bloomington. Gary was born in Indianapolis on Nov. 20, 1946, the son of Olden and Marjorie (Spargur) Vickous. He was a graduate of Greencastle High School. Mr. Vickous proudly served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War... Mr. Vickous proudly served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He worked as a feed salesman for Nutrina and was owner and operator of Greencastle Feed Service for many years. He was a lifetime member of the VFW...
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