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Support the Local Journalism Sustainability Act
(Local News ~ 07/24/20)
How many devices do you have? It’s a good guess you’ve got a phone. What about a laptop? Ipad? Television? Tablet? Kindle? On how many of those devices do you see advertisements? Every single one of them? Probably. If you think about all the media you see on a daily basis, even if it’s only accidentally, you probably wouldn’t think you’re seeing an estimated 6,000 to 10,000 ads every single day. I didn’t think the number would be that high when I looked it up either...
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Linton-Stockton welcomes career connections counselor to staff
(Local News ~ 07/24/20)
Kelley Miller joined the Linton-Stockton team Monday as the career connections counselor. The position, which is new not only to Linton-Stockton, but school districts in general, will support students in their search for an after-graduation plan and career planning...
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Indiana Democrats assemble, call on Gov. Holcomb to distribute CARES Act funds
(State News ~ 07/24/20)
Members of the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus (IBLC), the Indiana Senate Democratic Caucus, and the Indiana House Democratic Caucus gathered on the south steps of the Indiana Statehouse to hold a press conference Tuesday morning. The legislators held the assembly in order to call on Governor Eric Holcomb to address issues surrounding racial injustice, statewide increases in COVID-19 cases, and a reported $2 billion in undistributed COVID-19 relief funds. ...
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Greene County Commissioners meet with varied agenda
(Local News ~ 07/24/20)
On Tuesday, the GC Sheriff’s Department brought up a matter of excess vehicle sales, requesting approval to contact salvage regarding a 1997 Ford Explorer. Over the course of its career, the SUV was driven by the sheriff before being handed off to investigators for use. ...
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COVID-19 update for July 24
(Community News ~ 07/24/20)
COVID-19 data throughout the state is on the rise, and residents throughout Indiana will have to wear face coverings starting July 27. The Indiana State Department of Health shows data for District 7 in the Wabash Valley, including: • VIGO - 332 Positive Cases among the 8,669 tested, with nine deaths...
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Keeping busy during quarantine with Autumn Trace
(Local News ~ 07/24/20)
While one group of ladies gathers in the evenings to play cards, other residents spend their free time gathering in the living room to talk about their childhoods and current events. Some men even come together, coffee in hand, and attempt to solve the world’s problems...
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Linton-Stockton continues to prepare for students’ arrival
(Local News ~ 07/24/20)
As the first day of school, August 10, approaches, Linton-Stockton faculty and staff are working hard to ensure everything is ready for students’ arrival. As the coronavirus situation continues to evolve, with a statewide mask mandate to be implemented Monday, Superintendent Kathryn Goad said that they are prepared to adapt to any situations that may arise...
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Hillenburg receives Knepple Scholarship Award
(Local News ~ 07/24/20)
Every year POPAI provides a scholarship in memory of probation officer Donald “Charley” Knepple. Charley lost his life on April 28, 1997, while performing his probation officer duties in Allen County, Indiana. In an effort to honor an outstanding professional and to promote further professionalism, POPAI selected a scholarship that would encourage continued education and advanced degrees for probation officers in our state...
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Local farm fielding consumer options
(Local News ~ 07/24/20)
Located in Jasonville, District 6 Farms, (named after the old “District No. 6” schoolhouse on the property), offers consumers an alternative to grocery shopping at big-box stores. Owned and operated by husband and wife team Austin and Kristen Witt, the farm is home to five acres of blackberries in four varieties- Natchez, Ouachita, Apache, and Chester. ...
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Breanna Kay (Booher) Russell
(Obituary ~ 07/24/20)
Breanna Kay (Booher) Russell, age 29, of Jasonville, formerly of Linton, passed away at her residence on Thursday, July 23, 2020. She was born in Linton on November 20, 1990, the daughter of Chad J. Booher and Rhonda G. Brown. She enjoyed crafting, shopping, and spending time with her daughter and baking...
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GCDW Pet of the Week
(Local News ~ 07/24/20)
Meet Gretchen. This 2 to 3-year-old sourpuss wants to remind you that if your ball lands in her yard, that's her ball now. No exceptions.
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