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Weekend crash caused by tire that came off truck
(Local News ~ 06/24/14)
A tire that came off a moving vehicle was blamed for the cause of a one-vehicle crash that injured one person over the weekend. Greene County Sheriff's Deputy Jeffrey Brown was dispatched around 6 a.m. Saturday to the scene on North Crowe Road in eastern Greene County...
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Greene County Sheriff's Department Jail Log
(Police Reports ~ 06/24/14)
June 23 -- John Andrew Somuk, 63, Worthington, was arrested on a preliminary charge of disorderly conduct. His bond was set at $500 surety with ten percent allowed. He was released later the same day after posting $50 cash. Worthington Deputy Marshal James Harrington was the arresting officer...
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Linton Police Department Activity Log
(Police Reports ~ 06/24/14)
The Linton Police Department responded to five calls and incidents on Monday, June 23, including one theft, two assists to the public, one welfare check, and one complaint about an animal.
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Ritta Droll
(Obituary ~ 06/24/14)
Ritta Droll, Kokomo, died peacefully at home on June 23 with family surrounding her. She was 85. She was born Feb. 14, 1929 in Scotland, Indiana to Milton and Pauline (Baird) Bogard. Ritta married Charles Droll on February, 22, 1947 in Lyons, Indiana. ...
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Community Notes
(Community News ~ 06/24/14)
Tuesday, June 24 The Greene County Extension Homemakers' Annual Achievement Day and Style Show will be held in the Community Building on the 4-H Fairgrounds on Tuesday, June 24 beginning with the style show at 11 a.m. followed by Achievement Day registration and a light luncheon. Program, highlights of the year and installation of officers will be just part of the afternoon's activity...
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Bobby Gene "Bob" Eavey
(Obituary ~ 06/24/14)
Bobby Gene "Bob" Eavey, 74, of Jasonville, Indiana passed away at 5:27 p.m. Monday, June 23, 2014 in Regional Hospital, Terre Haute, Ind. He was born February 19, 1940 in Greene County, Ind. to William Wilson Eavey and Nora Myrtle (Truitt) Eavey. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Norma Lee (Owen) Eavey of Jasonville whom he married August 9, 1963; daughter and son-in-law, Teresa and Vence Canada of New Harmony; sons and daughters-in-law, Randall and Susan Danko of Indianapolis, Ronald and Marianne Danko of Linton, Gerald and Lisa Eavey of Avon; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; sister and brother-in-law, Sara and Jerry Robertson of Noblesville; brother-in-law, George J. ...
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Church Briefs
(Crime News ~ 06/24/14)
June 23-27 The Lyons Community Church Vacation Bible School will be Monday through Friday, June 23-27 from 9-11:30 a.m. at the "Community Church" next to the Lyons Park. Friday, June 27 The Mineral United Methodist Church will hold Vacation Bible School on Friday and Saturday, June 27-28. Friday evening will be a cookout from 6-8 p.m., please bring a solid color T-shirt that can be painted. Saturday will be an all-day event from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. with lunch provided...
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Community Notes
(Community News ~ 06/24/14)
Wednesday, June 25 Attention Switz City Water Customers: The fire hydrants will be flushed beginning at 10 p.m. on Wednesday, June 25 and continuing on Thursday, June 26. Please be aware this may cause some discoloration of your water for two or three days. If you have any questions or concerns, please call 659-4466 or 659-3138...
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Wet and humid temperatures bring unwanted visitors
(Local News ~ 06/24/14)
With the introduction of the summer months, mosquitoes will return to our backyards. Greene County officials are helping take care of the nuisance and the potential for disease that comes with mosquitoes. As one step, cities and towns in Greene County are spraying for mosquitoes regularly to keep the population down...
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Swabys give thanks for anniversary celebration
(Letter to the Editor ~ 06/24/14)
Dear Friends, Celebrating our Fifieth Wedding Anniversary has been a wonderful experience for us. It has been our pleasure to hear from family members, many dear friends, colleagues and former students, The number of cards, notes, facebook entries, and calls has astounded us! Thank You for taking time to be in touch with us and to send us congratulations and warm wishes. We are richly blessed and highly favored to count each one of you as friends. Thank You...
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Strawberry Festival Was a Success
(Letter to the Editor ~ 06/24/14)
We would like to thank the community and all of our supporters for attending the Lyons Strawberry Festival and contributing to its success. We appreciated all those who helped to organize and those who participated with the strawberry dipping, entertainment, baby contest, hoop shoot, corn hole, horse pull, auction, car show, and vendors. We hope to see everyone back again next year for the 2015 Festival...
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Fainots give thanks for benefit
(Letter to the Editor ~ 06/24/14)
Bill and I would like to say thank-you to all involved at the benefit given on our behalf. The response from the community and surrounding communities was just overwhelming. Thank you to everyone that gave donations. To our family- we love you. God Bless all of you...
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Family thanks for support
(Letter to the Editor ~ 06/24/14)
We would like to thank all those that sent prayers, food, cards, flowers and visits during the passing of our loved one, Linda (McNew) Resler. All of your support was appreciated. Dave Resler Bill McNew Sonie Brown
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Wilsons welcome baby girl
(Births ~ 06/24/14)
Chris and Erin Wilson of Bloomfield are excited to announce the birth of their daughter, Kylene Nicole Wilson. Kylene was born on June 6 at 3:16pm at IU Health Bloomington Hospital. She weighed 7 pounds 1 ounce and was 20 inches long. Kylene was welcomed home by her proud brother Keaton...
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French and Vlaskamp to wed
(Wedding ~ 06/24/14)
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel French would like to announce the coming marriage of their daughter, Courtney Diane to Thomas Aaron Vlaskamp III, son of Lois Vlaskamp and the late Thomas Vlaskamp II. The wedding is Saturday, June 28 at 4:30 p.m. at Bethel Baptist Church, Linton, Ind. with a reception to followin the church gymnasium. Invitations have been sent...
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UPDATE AT 10:30 PM - Road may be closed another two hours / Crash on State Road 54 west of Bloomfield closes highway for approximately one hour
(Local News ~ 06/24/14)
Update at 10:30 p.m.: Sgt. Durnil reported that due to downed power lines, SR 54 will be closed longer than initially expected, possibly up to another two hours. --- Around 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, Indiana State Police Sgt. Curt Durnil reported State Road 54 west of Bloomfield was closed due to a crash involving personal injury...
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Switz City to flush hydrants Wednesday and Thursday
(Local News ~ 06/24/14)
Attention Switz City Water Customers: The fire hydrants will be flushed beginning at 10 p.m. on Wednesday, June 25 and continuing on Thursday, June 26. Please be aware this may cause some discoloration of your water for two or three days. If you have any questions or concerns, please call 659-4466 or 659-3138.....
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Large contingent of Miners at All-Star Game
(High School Sports ~ 06/24/14)
TERRE HAUTE -- Linton-Stockton will again be well represented at the annual Wabash Valley Football Coaches Association All-Star game. Linton-Stockton boss man Brian Oliver is the head coach of the Gold Team while Miner assistant Mark Gennicks will be serving on his staff.....
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Saturday at the Linton Freedom Festival: Miss Sparkler, Mr. Firecracker and Baby Freedom contests
(Local News ~ 06/24/14)
Even though the early registration deadline has passed, the Linton-Stockton Chamber of Commerce is still accepting entries for Saturday's Miss Sparkler, Mr. Firecracker and Baby Freedom contests. The contests will take place beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday at the band shell in Humphreys Park. Entries will be accepted until 6 p.m. Saturday.....
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Monument at Bloomfield Fire Station commemorates 9/11, thanks to Eagle Scout project
(Local News ~ 06/24/14)
Through the efforts of Eagle Scout Justin Baker, the 9/11 limestone monument standing in front of the Bloomfield Fire Station will forever commemorate those who died during the terrorist attack on the Twin Towers in New York City in 2001. The monument is also in honor of all Greene County firefighters and police who died during their term on the department.....
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Coming Soon: Fun at the 2014 Greene County 4-H Fair
(Local News ~ 06/24/14)
There's always plenty to look forward to at the Greene County 4-H Fair and this year is no different. Not only are there the usual staples such as the queen contest, watermelon seed spitting and cow chip throwing contests, and of course a demo derby, it's also a chance for local 4-Hers to show off the hard work they've put in over the course of the last year.....
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37th Annual Tasting Luncheon at Presbyterian Church in Bloomfield on Friday offers eat-in, carry-out and delivery
(Local News ~ 06/24/14)
If you're planning on having lunch out on Friday, the annual Tasting Luncheon at the First Presbyterian Church in Bloomfield is a must. The event, which raises money for the Presbyterian Women's Association, is in its 37th year. It will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church, which is located at 409 Shyla Lane in Bloomfield.....
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Bobby Gene Hawkins
(Obituary ~ 06/24/14)
Bobby Gene Hawkins, 86, Of Jasonville, IN passed away at 7:59 PM Sunday, June 22, 2014 at Terre Haute Regional Hospital. He was born in Midland, Indiana October 26, 1927 the son of Noah Clarence Hawkins and Dola Marie Pope Hawkins. Gene graduated from Midland High School in 1945, received his Bachelor of Science Degree, and Master of Science Degree from Indiana State University. ...
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