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Solar farm rezone on first Plan Commission agenda of 2024
(Local News ~ 01/04/24)
The developers wishing to put a solar farm in Russell Township wasted no time in taking advantage of changed zoning laws in Putnam County. A rezoning request by Cold Spring Solar LLC is on the agenda for the first Putnam County Plan Commission meeting of 2024, set for 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 8. It is the first meeting since a new unified development ordinance (UDO) took effect on Jan. 1...
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Cloverdale woman charged in child seduction case appears in court
(Local News ~ 01/04/24)
A former Cloverdale Schools employee, charged in a child seduction case involving three teenage male victims, made her initial appearance in court Wednesday afternoon. Mandy Lou Evans, 46, Cloverdale, appeared before Putnam Superior Court Judge Denny Bridges, who entered not-guilty pleas on her behalf...
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Passerby rescues motorist in New Year’s car fire
(Local News ~ 01/04/24)
CLOVERDALE — While local law enforcement reported several traffic stops and crashes on New Year’s Eve, a motorist was rescued in one dramatic incident. First responders were dispatched early Monday morning for a rollover on U.S. 40 in Warren Township. The 2007 Hummer H3 in question was reported to be on fire...
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Latest city park escapade: Woman living in port-o-let
(Local News ~ 01/04/24)
For Robe-Ann Park, 2023 turned out to be quite an unusual year for strange activity. For example, last summer homeless people were discovered living in some bushes they had hollowed out north of the park office. The bushes were removed and the homeless folks moved along...
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SAWs set to begin 16th year of service
(Local News ~ 01/04/24)
SAWs (Servants at Work), a mission of the Greencastle Presbyterian Church, is about to begin its 16th year of service. The mission will begin its yearly work of providing accessibility ramps and steps to disabled residents of Putnam County as soon as weather permits, usually near the end of February...
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Putnamville Post gets new probationary trooper
(Local News ~ 01/04/24)
PUTNAMVILLE — The Indiana State Police Putnamville Post is welcoming a new probationary trooper. Trooper Caleb Cannon has been assigned to the district after recently graduating with the 84th class of the Indiana State Police Academy. He will undertake a three-month field training period riding with veteran troopers...
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FEATURED SENIOR ATHLETE: Madi Plew, Greencastle
(High School Sports ~ 01/04/24)
Madi is a senior at Greencastle and participates in two sports, volleyball and basketball. ——— Banner Graphic: How important are sports to you, and what have you learned from them? Madi Plew: “I’ve learned about teamwork and friendship. A lot of these girls are my closest friends. I can tell them anything and we have each other’s back on the floor. We all have a lot of respect for each other.”...
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Charles Glenn Steele
(Obituary ~ 01/04/24)
Charles Glenn Steele, 93, of Greencastle, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2024. Born March 25, 1930 in Huntington, he was the son of Earl Steele and Eva (Farthing) Steele Skinner. Charles worked and retired from Allison Transmission in Indianapolis and also farmed for several years. He was a member of the New Life Baptist Church...
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Reelsville VFD hosting Cupcakes & Canvas Jan. 14
(Local News ~ 01/04/24)
REELSVILLE — The auxiliary of the Reelsville Volunteer Fire Department is sponsoring Cupcakes & Canvas on Sunday, Jan. 14 from 2-4 p.m. The community is invited to join the department for cupcakes while painting a Valentine-inspired canvas. Those interested are encouraged to contact an auxiliary member to pre-pay and reserve their spots. Cost for the event is $15...
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PCRC hosting open house Thursday
(Local News ~ 01/04/24)
The Putnam County Recovery Coalition will celebrate the opening of a new office space on Thursday, Jan. 11 from 5-7 p.m. The organization will host an open house at 620 Tennessee St., Ste. 4, where the community can learn about its mission. Addiction and recovery resources will be available, while door prizes will also be given away. There will also be a scavenger hunt and a 360-degree photo booth...
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