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Will you vote in the upcoming election?
(01/21/08)
"Of course, I'm going to vote. It is not just a duty. I want to make my voice heard. In this day of instant communication, people should be aware of what our representatives stand for and issues facing us. I am not sure an absolute uniformed vote is helpful. So listen up, become involved and get to the polls with a knowledgeable vote."...
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Charles R. "Pete" Cassida
(Obituary ~ 01/21/08)
Charles R. "Pete" Cassida, 83, of Linton, passed away at 8:15 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, at the Glenburn Home in Linton. He was born on May 9, 1924, the son of Carl and Ada Cassida. He was a graduate of Patricksburg High School. He owned and operated C & C Gift Shop and the Linton Drive-In for several years. He enjoyed leather crafting and Indian jewelry...
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Jerry Scott
(Obituary ~ 01/21/08)
Jerry Scott, 71, of Linton, passed away at 3 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, 2008 at his residence. Born Sept. 19, 1936 in Dugger, he is the son of Cecil and Esther Dix Scott. He was retired from Allomatic in Sullivan. Survivors include: one brother, James L. Scott of Malberry, FL; a sister, Agnes Goodman, of Dugger; and nieces and nephews...
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Police Logs
(Police Reports ~ 01/21/08)
GREENE COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT JAIL LOG LINTON POLICE DEPARTMENT ACTIVITY LOG The Linton Police Department's activity log for Friday through Sunday included one breaking and entering, four follow-up investigations, seven information only requests, one fight, three school/foot patrols, one death investigation, one public intoxication, two accidents with personal injury, one funeral escort, four medical/illness, one alarm, five animal complaints, two assists to other agencies, three harassment complaints, one child abuse/neglect, one theft-other, two disabled/stranded vehicles, three welfare checks/concerns, one motor vehicle theft, four assists to the utility department, two fingerprints for gun permits, three domestic disputes, one open door on a garage, one ordinance violation, one battery and eight traffic stops.. ...
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What does an American look like?
(Column ~ 01/21/08)
What does an American look like? Or better yet, what comes to mind when you think of an American? If the image that comes to mind is similar to your reflection in the mirror then I am writing this with you in mind. In my opinion, narrow mindedness begins at home. That's right, I am saying it. If a parent is prejudiced, homophobic, or sexist then what kind of chance does a child have in ever having an open mind?...
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Baker family appreciates community support
(Letter to the Editor ~ 01/21/08)
To the Editor: On Friday, Dec. 14, God called another angel to be with Him in Heaven. Carolyn Baker lost her five-year battle with cancer. The outpouring of prayers, love, food, flowers, cards, and momentos we received during the last six months, and in memory of our wife, mom, grandma, sister, and aunt, Carolyn Sue Baker, was overwhelming...
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Several people helped make Christmas event a success
(Letter to the Editor ~ 01/21/08)
To the Editor: The James Gasteneau Post 479 of the American Legion, Squadron 479 of the Sons of the American Legion and Auxiliary Unit 479 of the American Legion wish to heartily thank all those who, in any way, helped with the Christmas Fruit Baskets, December 2007...
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Woman has a dream: A tax that is fair to everyone
(Letter to the Editor ~ 01/21/08)
To the Editor: I Have A Dream: That someday they will come up with a tax that is fair to every walk of life and they will be able to abolish property taxes altogether. It's the No. 1 unfair tax. I'm sure the legislators would not have a problem doing that with all the other taxes they have come up with in the past for us in Indiana to pay...
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Linton-Stockton teachers, students thankful for support
(Letter to the Editor ~ 01/21/08)
To the Editor: We want to express our thanks to Bender Lumber for donating mulch for our second grade tulip garden. We appreciate their support of our project. Mrs. Boone Mrs. Montgomery Linton-Stockton Elementary School second-grade teachers
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Linton man glad old gas station was cleaned up
(Letter to the Editor ~ 01/21/08)
To the Editor: I would like to thank Mr. Barnes for cleaning up the old station. I had a similar situation in Madison County, Indiana, after all the money I spent, no one said thank you. Loren Hensley Linton
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REMC members give back to communities
(Local News ~ 01/21/08)
The Utilities District of Western Indiana REMC Community Fund December Recipients have been selected: In 2005, Utilities District of Western Indiana REMC set up the UDWI Community Fund as a means for members to give back to their communities. Three years later, this program has distributed more than $200,000 in the form of grants to community service organizations that make a difference every day...
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Bloomfield officials out collecting public support for downtown project
(Local News ~ 01/21/08)
Bloomfield Town Council President Jo Ann Carmichael and Town Clerk/Treasurer Sondra Thompson used Monday's holiday to drum up public support for a downtown revitalization grant. It's the town's second attempt at the $500,000 grant -- which would fund updates on lighting, curbs, sidewalks and minor storm drainage in the downtown area...
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New council member takes seat in Newberry
(Local News ~ 01/21/08)
After lacking one member for more than a year, the Newberry Town Council now has a full board. Stacy Henry was sworn in by Clerk/Treasurer Linda Henry on Jan. 10. She replaces Dexter 'Shorty' York, who resigned in November 2006. Stacy Henry's husband, Joseph Henry, had originally expressed interest in the open spot, but was unable to fill it due to career obligations, Henry explained...
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King's birthday celebrated at Wabash Valley Correctional Facility
(Local News ~ 01/21/08)
It was an afternoon of joyous music and stirring excerpts from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s speeches as King's birthday was celebrated Saturday at the Wabash Valley Correctional Facility in Carlisle. It was the 10th year that the Unitarian Universalist Church (UUC) choir of Bloomington, under the direction of Susan Swaney, and the talented African American Indiana University Choral Ensemble entertained at the event...
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Criss and Orman picked for Wright Township board slots
(Local News ~ 01/21/08)
The Wright Township Advisory Board has two new members following a Democrat Party caucus vote Saturday morning at the Jasonville Mayor's office. In a vote of precinct committee representatives, Jay Criss and Mike Orman, were selected to fill out the unexpired terms of Howard Johnson and William Michael, according to Democrat Party Chairman Jeff Lehman...
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LPD officer looking into an appeal of his suspension
(Local News ~ 01/21/08)
The attorney for the Indiana Fraternal Order of Police Legal Defense Fund says he's been in contact with Linton Police Department Det. Duane Collenbaugh, and has talked about a possible appeal of his unpaid suspension last week. John Ruckleshaus, of the Indianapolis law firm of Ruckleshaus Roland Kautzman Blackwell and Hasbrook, told the Greene County Daily World that Det. Collenbaugh by statue has 48 hours -- from the start of his suspension -- to formally appeal his suspension without pay...
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Sheriff Pierce determined to save money
(Local News ~ 01/21/08)
Greene County Sheriff Terry Pierce is determined to save the taxpayers' money by cutting costs while he serves his term as head administrator of the Greene County Sheriff's Department. "I'm going to save every dime I can possibly save," said Pierce. Besides enforcing the law and overseeing the deputies on the road, a county sheriff has many administrative duties including running an office, a jail and budgeting.
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Cards beat Shoals on homecoming
(High School Sports ~ 01/21/08)
BLOOMFIELD -- Sometimes a winless team can be a dangerous team to play, but the Bloomfield Cardinals wanted no part of being victim No. 1 to the Jug Rox of Shoals. The Cardinals scored early and often en route to their 74-32 dismantling of Shoals here at Glover Gymansium Saturday night on homecoming...
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WRV bounces back at Sullivan
(High School Sports ~ 01/21/08)
SULLIVAN -- White River Valley scored 37 points in the second half, almost matching Sullivan's total for the entire game as the Wolverines dumped the host Golden Arrows 54-38 in a high school boys basketball game here Saturday night. The win improved the Wolverines' slate to 7-5 for the season, but more importantly stopped a potential losing streak after Friday's disappointing 52-48 loss at Shakamak...
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Free throws cost Lady Miners
(High School Sports ~ 01/21/08)
Poor free-throw shooting and a two point third quarter sent the Lady Miners to their thirteenth loss of the season here Saturday against Loogootee, 35-31. Lady Lions junior Trista Strange scored six of her nine points in the decisive third period including a steal at halfcourt and a lay-up with three minutes and eighteen seconds remaining in the frame, giving the Lions their first lead of the game, 19-18. ...
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Lakers win shootout
(High School Sports ~ 01/21/08)
JASONVILLE -- In a high school basketball game loaded with big numbers, the Shakamak Lakers put up the largest on Saturday night in a 92-82 victory over the visiting West Vigo Vikings. Shakamak's Billy Newton scored 28 points and pulled down 15 rebounds, while forward Ethan Stanifer netted 29 points. The Lakers also got 17 points from Tyler Richardson and 14 from Jaret May...
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Bradford, Linton Library top honorees at Linton-Stockton Chamber dinner
(Local News ~ 01/21/08)
It was a gala event Monday evening as the Linton-Stockton Chamber of Commerce celebrated its annual dinner and awards banquet at the Elks Lodge. Nearly 200 guests enjoyed the buffet dinner and the program, which included outgoing Chamber President Kip Hoffer's report of the year, introduction of 2008 President Randy Padgett, special comments from Linton Mayor Tom Jones and a humorous talk given by the keynote speaker, NASCAR driver Ken Schrader...
- Beard scores 18 in home finale (High School Sports ~ 01/21/08)
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Community Notes
(Community News ~ 01/21/08)
WRV School Board The White River Valley School Board of Trustees will meet in regular session at 8 p.m. Wednesday in the administrative center. An executive session will follow the open meeting at 7 p.m. to discuss personnel and negotiations. Tobacco Cessation Classes
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