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Local organizations discuss need for services
(Local News ~ 02/24/17)
Leaders of local philanthropic organizations say they have recognized a definite need for services, some of which range from a little bit of help with clothing all the way to individuals literally living on the streets. Family Life Center Executive Director Dianne Langer said while the goal of organizations like the rural Bloomfield-based ministry is to help keep people clothed and fed, but without a local housing facility people are still left homeless...
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Bloomfield man faces second domestic battery charge
(Local News ~ 02/24/17)
A Bloomfield man is facing charges after allegedly battering a juvenile in his residence. According to a probable cause filed by Greene County Sheriff’s Department Deputy David Elmore, Baysul Buckner, Jr., 50, reportedly battered a juvenile on Feb. 5...
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Greene County Sheriff’s Department Jail Log
(Police Reports ~ 02/24/17)
Jack Franklin Sumner, 50, Linton, was arrested on preliminary charges of habitual traffic offense. Bond is set at $4,000. Maranda Jean Peyton, 29, Bloomfield, was arrested on a warrant for possession of methamphetamine, possession of marijuana and manufacture of paraphernalia. Bond is set at $10,000...
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Greene County residents promoted at WVCF
(Local News ~ 02/24/17)
CARLISLE -- Two Greene County residents have been promoted at the Wabash Valley Correctional Facility (WVCF), from Custody to Investigations. Barbara Brock has advanced to Intelligence Analyst 4. She’s been a Correctional Officer for 18 years, with several years spent monitoring offender phone calls for the Office of Investigations and Intelligence (OII). Brock has completed several training classes during her WVCF career, including the Internal Affairs Academy and Data IQ...
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First meeting held for Center-Jackson Fire Territory proposal
(Local News ~ 02/24/17)
The first of three meetings for the creation of a fire territory between Jackson and Center Townships took place Wednesday evening. The proposed fire territory would increase the overall budget available, as well as have responders from both physical departments...
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Mrs. Doris Naomi Minnich (nee Goetsch)
(Obituary ~ 02/24/17)
Mrs. Doris Naomi Minnich (nee Goetsch), age 91, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017 in Michigantown, Ind. where she had resided for the past two years. Born in New Albany, Indiana on Jan. 4, 1926, Doris graduated from New Albany High School in 1943. She continued her education at DePauw University where she was...
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James T. Reed
(Obituary ~ 02/24/17)
James T. Reed, age 20, of Linton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017, in Linton. He was born March 15, 1996, the son of James E. (Tina) Reed and Misty (Bruce) Frazer. He worked at Autozone in Indianapolis and Walmart in Linton...
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Reaping the natural benefits of Greene County’s bounty
(Local News ~ 02/24/17)
Jeff and Denise Sigworth, of Greencastle, spent time Thursday afternoon enjoying the beauty and serenity of the marshes off of Old Lyons Road, near Goose Pond FWA. Denise retired from an IT job with the USDA, during which time, she helped with the creation of the wetlands. She and husband Jeff are avid fans of the outdoors and are annual visitors to the area, around the time of Marsh Madness...
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Linton, Bloomfield to benefit from tax credit program
(Local News ~ 02/24/17)
Two Greene County communities will get some housing upgrades with the help of the recently announced Rental Housing Tax Credit allocations. According to a press release issued by the office of Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch, 24 Meadowlark Apartments in Bloomfield will be getting upgrades and some of the blight elimination program (BEP) properties in Linton will soon have eight houses sitting on them...
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Tri Kappa sisters visit WRV second grade
(Local News ~ 02/24/17)
Three Tri Kappa sorority alumni visited Debbie Nolting’s second grade classroom Friday, to visit with the kids, play board games and craft birthday cards the kids could take home to give to family members. Nolting herself is a Tri Kappa alumni and invites her sorority sisters each year, around Tri Kappa Week, into her classroom for activities with the kids...
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Linda J. Jerrells
(Obituary ~ 02/24/17)
Linda J. Jerrells, age 77, of Linton, passed away on Friday morning, Feb. 24, 2017, at Glenburn Home in Linton. Linda was born in Midland on July 4, 1939, the daughter of Henry O. & Mercedeese (Bond) Mitchell. She attended Indiana State University, began a family, worked as a CNA, EMT, LPN, then at age 50 became a registered nurse. ...
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Linton Nursing and Rehab crowns 2017 Valentine King and Queen
(Local News ~ 02/24/17)
This February 14, along with the traditional visit from Linton Mayor John Wilkes, staff and residents at Linton Nursing and Rehab enjoyed their annual Valentine’s Day party. Activity Director Jill Collins has organized the bash for the last several years, and says Valentine’s Day is one of her favorite holidays...
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Charles Firestone
(Obituary ~ 02/24/17)
Charles Firestone formerly of Linton, 88,born in Tilden, IL November 8,1928, passed away peacefully Feb. 24,2017, at Hospice House in The Villages, Fla.. Preceded in death by brother, Jim Firestone and son Randy Firestone. Survived by his wife Shirley Firestone formerly of Linton now residing at The Villages, two sisters, Jean Murphy of St.Louis,Mo. ...
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Greene Gab Episode 27
(Local News ~ 02/24/17)
In this week’s episode Andrew and Patti tell you about an offender assault at Wabash Valley Correctional Facility, the doings of the Greene County Popsicles for Special Olympics, Charlie the chihuahua, a tongue-twister showdown and more...
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Miners pull away from Arrows in fourth
(High School Sports ~ 02/24/17)
SULLIVAN -- The Linton-Stockton Miners allowed an early 11-point lead to evaporate and found themselves deadlocked 27-all with the Sullivan Golden Arrows after three quarters. The Miners scored 10 of the first 11 points in the final stanza to finally put away the Golden Arrows, 52-41 in the regular-season finale at Sullivan...
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Community Notes
(Community News ~ 02/24/17)
Saturday, March 25 Linton VFW Post 7118 will host the Exit 11 Band, from 8 p.m. to midnight. No cover charge, the public is welcome and invited to attend. The Linton Public Library will host Teen Girls’ & Moms’ Origami from 1-2 p.m. Newberry Eastern Star will host a fundraiser soup supper from 5-7 pm, at the Masonic Lodge building. The menu will be soup, desserts and drinks. Donations only. The Newberry Eastern Star will host a fundraiser soup supper from 5 to 7 p.m., at the Masonic Lodge building. The menu will be soup, desserts and drinks. Donations only. The Ladies Auxiliary 172 in Jasonville will have an all you can eat soup night from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Chili, potato soup and vegetable soup will be offered, along with peanut butter sandwiches, crackers and a beverage. Cost is $5, with children five and under for $3. It will be held in the American Legion Family Room on Main Street in Jasonville. Sunday, March 26
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