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Community Notes
(Community News ~ 05/12/15)
Tuesday, May 12 The Linton-Stockton Class of 2015 would like to thank the following for the donations that benefited the post prom and grand march: Linda Bedwell, Jathan Wright, Linton Sporting Goods, and McDonald's. The National Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) Bloomfield Chapter 847 will met at the Case Sevilla Mexican Restaurant on 231 South, Bloomfield. ...
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IPA and APA offer tips to help parents talk to kids during Mental Health Awareness Month
(Local News ~ 05/12/15)
Indianapolis - May is National Mental Health Awareness Month and the Indiana Psychological Association and the American Psychological Association offer tips to help parents recognize the signs of mental illness and emotional distress in their children...
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Fees are changing at Indiana State Parks and Forests
(Local News ~ 05/12/15)
Indianapolis - Entrance and recreation fees at Indiana state parks and state forests will change in 2015 in response to increasing operating costs. Entrance to most state parks and three state forest recreation areas will increase from $5 per in-state vehicle to $7. DNR officials, however, said visiting a state park or forest is still a great value and that the experiences and activities available are well worth the price of admission...
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DUCS student receives a helping hand
(Local News ~ 05/12/15)
From her appearance, Chloe Webb appears to be a happy and bright elementary student of Dugger Union Community Schools (DUCS), but at a young age, Webb was diagnosed with Type I diabetes. In the United States alone, it is estimated that over 3 million people have Type I diabetes...
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Greene County Sheriff's Department Jail Log
(Police Reports ~ 05/12/15)
Monday, May 11 - Rondal Lee Jr. Eaton, 45, Bloomfield, was arrested on a Writ of Attachment issued for Contempt of Court in the amount of $500. He was released later that day after posting cash. Monday, May 11 - Kenneth Jr. Pettus, 23, Linton, was arrested on a warrant issued for alleged theft. His bond was set at $5,000 surety with ten percent allowed. He was released later that day after posting $500 cash...
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Janice S. Dove
(Obituary ~ 05/12/15)
Janice S. Dove, 78, of Bloomfield passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2015, at the Linton Nursing and Rehab. Born June 5, 1936, in Greene County, Indiana, the daughter of Reed and Jane (Goad) Sizemore. Janice was a bookkeeper for Bloomfield State Bank and also worked in home health care. She was a member of the Mineral United Methodist Church, Mineral Ladies Aid and the Bloomfield Rebecca Lodge...
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VIDEO: IUPUI Commencement speaker recognizes her hometown of Bloomfield before crowd of 12,000
(Local News ~ 05/12/15)
When Bloomfield graduate Brandi Blakley gave the commencement address at IUPUI in Indianapolis on Sunday, she didn't leave out her hometown of Bloomfield. Her speech was given to approximately 6,500 graduating students representing six schools at IUPUI, and the audience total was over 12,000 people. Watch her speech in the video below and for previous story about her selection, click this link to Bloomfield grad Brandi Blakley chosen as IUPUI Commencement speaker...
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WOW wants your old shoes, for a good cause
(Local News ~ 05/12/15)
Old shoes to spare? The Greene County Foundation and Women of Worth (WOW) would like to have your old shoes and new, from flip-flops to work boots, from now through the end of May. The Foundation, in conjunction with their Women of Worth (WOW) Fund, has been conducting a shoe drive with proceeds from this effort to be used to support grants to local Greene County not-for-profits.....
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Shawnee Theatre hires new executive and artistic directors for 56th season
(Local News ~ 05/12/15)
Southern Indiana's professional summer theatre company, located in Bloomfield, is gearing up for its 56th season with expansion and advancement of its main stage offerings, ever-growing educational programming, and new personnel. Executive Director David Thomas Salmo and Artistic Director Magdalene Spanuello will join the Shawnee family in offering patrons the highest standards of professional theatre featuring renowned talent from all over the United States...
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Shakamak schedule changes
(High School Sports ~ 05/12/15)
Shakamak High School athletic director Steve Brett would like to announce the following changes On Thursday, the Laker baseball team will play a doubleheader. Starting at 5 p.m. the Lakers will entertain Bloomfield and then at 7 p.m. take on North Daviess...
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WRV's Wininger, Pittman chosen for All-Star Classic
(High School Sports ~ 05/12/15)
White River Valley senior Allison Wininger and junior Shannon Pittman have been chosen as participants for the seventh annual Indiana Class Basketball All-Star Classic, Inc. Wininger was selected to represent the Class 2A/A senior girls' All-Star team and Pittman was named to the junior girls All-Star squad...
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Lyons Town Council reminds residents of leash law, prepares for summer events
(Local News ~ 05/12/15)
The Lyons Town Council would like to remind residents that the town does have an active leash law in effect. They ask that dogs be kept on a leash if taken outdoors. The town is also preparing for upcoming events. If you would like to be added to the map for the annual Lyons Community Yard Sales, please call the Town Hall at (812) 659-2521. The sales will take place on June 5 and 6. Maps will be available at the local businesses...
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Worthington Town Council to opt out of primary elections, switch to caucus system
(Local News ~ 05/12/15)
In an effort to save money, the Worthington Town Council approved a motion to switch to a caucus system to select candidates in future town elections instead of participating in primary elections. The council made the decision during their regular monthly meeting Tuesday evening after Council President Macky Stahl pointed out the cost to the town for the recent primary would run between $1-2,000. ...
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CrimeStoppers offering reward for info about break-ins in Linton
(Local News ~ 05/12/15)
There's been a string of break-ins and thefts from vehicles in Linton. Linton Police Chief Troy Jerrell says this happens periodically, especially in the summertime, and at least one suspect is under investigation. Greene County Crimestoppers President Kelly Foglesong says Crimestoppers is offering a reward for information...
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Cards lose at home
(High School Sports ~ 05/12/15)
Bloomfield only managed one hit in a 5-0 loss to visiting Washington in a high school baseball game Tuesday. Zack Skinner had the lone safety for the 3-13-1 Cardinals, an infield single in the bottom of the seventh. "The Bedwell kid threw a really good game for them," said BHS coach Jason Pegg. "We struck out 13 times against him. He is a good pitcher...
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Cardinal golfers win again
(High School Sports ~ 05/12/15)
Host Bloomfield defeated Northeast Dubois 190-214 in a high school boys golf match Tuesday, played at the Phil Harris Golf Course in Linton. The Cardinals (11-3) were led by Jackson Stone, who carded a nine-hole total of 44. Chris Gilmore had a 45, Jaekob Ham shot 49, Zach Stone 53 and Kody Spainhoward had a 70...
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Miners earn 10th victory
(High School Sports ~ 05/12/15)
Linton-Stockton scored three runs in three different innings, accounting for all of its runs in a 9-5 victory over host North Knox at Bicknell Tuesday. Trey Bedwell scattered six hits, surviving a bases-load double by Christopher Graman in the bottom of the seventh to earn the victory...
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West Vigo edges Lady Lakers 2-1
(High School Sports ~ 05/12/15)
JASONVILLE - A two-run sixth inning would be all the run production West Vigo needed in a 2-1 win over Shakamak in non-conference high school softball at Jasonville Tuesday. "I was pleased with our effort tonight," Lady Lakers coach B.A. Shipman said. "I know it's a loss but we gave ourselves an opportunity to win."...
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Hitchcock, family moving toward new opportunity
(High School Sports ~ 05/12/15)
BLOOMFIELD - As a coach, it is never too early to begin making plans for off-season workouts. Chris Hitchcock was no different in that regard. He had finalized his plans for summer camps for both elementary and high school when a great opportunity presented itself for his family...
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Cardinals lose at Loogootee
(High School Sports ~ 05/12/15)
Bloomfield's girls' tennis team were beaten 4-1 Tuesday afternoon on the Lions' home court. The results were pretty much the same as the teams earlier meeting. The Cards won at No. 2 singles, played close at No. 1 singles, and lost a three setter at No. 1 doubles...
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Twin Rivers to host Open House on Friday
(Local News ~ 05/12/15)
Over the years, Twin Rivers has provided students from Greene and Sullivan Counties the opportunity to learn a particular trade, and as a culmination of a school year's work, the organization will be hosting an open house on Friday, May 15, from 12 p.m. until 7 p.m. for the recently finished Booher home on 1000 Island road in Linton...
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UPDATED: Thunderbirds edge Miners
(High School Sports ~ 05/12/15)
In a possible preview of the Southwestern Indiana Athletic Conference golf championship Saturday, Eastern Greene edged host Linton-Stockton 166-169 in a high school match at Phil Harris Tuesday. "We knew they would be very tough on their home course," said Eastern Greene coach Mike Caldwell. "It was impressive when they beat Terre Haute South and North and Northview earlier."...
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UPDATED: Lady T-Birds come up short at Mitchell
(High School Sports ~ 05/12/15)
The Eastern Greene girls track team came up a little on the short end in a dual meet Tuesday with host Mitchell coming out on top 70-52. "It's always a good thing for our program to face the larger schools, even when they get the better of us," Lady T-Birds coach Ray Hausler said. "Still we had some great performances individually."...
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