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Mushroom hunters face criminal charges for trespassing; landowner snaps photo with his cell phone
(07/02/09)
Preliminary charges were filed Thursday against two men, Thomas L. Morrow and Samuel J. Nail, both of whom are accused of "collecting fungi without the consent of landowner." According to probable cause affidavits written by Indiana Conservation Officer Gregory B. Swanson, both men were allegedly found trespassing on April 23 on property owned by Leroy Patton. The land was said to be very well marked with "No Trespassing" signs...
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Greene County, Indiana ~ Saturday, July 4, 2009
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A Trip Down Memory Lane: Linton's Freedom Festival parade has undergone many changes in 104 years
Community Notes
(07/02/09) Musical to be presented July 12 Children and adults of the Linton First United Methodist Church at 150 2nd St., N.E. will present the musical "In God We Trust" on July 12 at 7:00 p.m. Sandwiches and dessert will be served at 5:30 p.m. Please come and see why the words "In God We Trust" should remain on our currency...
Police find drunk woman with four kids at carnival
(07/02/09) A 30-year-old Bloomfield woman, who took four kids to the carnival in Linton on Wednesday evening and was reportedly so drunk she could barely stand, was arrested after a concerned carnival employee called police. Connie A. Johnson was booked into the Greene County Jail on preliminary charges of four counts of class D felony neglect of a dependent and one count of public intoxication, a class B misdemeanor... 
Shawnee Theatre keeps rolling along with 'The Last Five Years'
(07/02/09)'The Last Five Years ' is filled with beautiful music and two outstanding performers. The songs range from the beautiful and heartbreaking to the upbeat and comic as they chronicle a five year love affair. Wesley Whitaker, who will be playing the part of Jamie in the production, is very excited about this opportunity. ...
I-69 project office to reduce office hours starting next week
(07/02/09) With the close of the comment periods for the Draft Environmental Impact Statement on Section 2 and 3 of the Interstate 69 project, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) will be reducing the office hours for the combined Section 2 and 3 Project Office in Washington... 
Linton-Stockton grad completes internship in Ellsworth's Washington office
(07/02/09)A 2006 Linton-Stockton High School graduate has wrapped up the experience of a lifetime at the nation's capital. Shane Thornton, son of Mike and Tamyra Thornton of Linton, recently returned from Washington, D.C. where he had an internship with U.S. Rep. Brad Ellsworth (8th District)...
Bloomfield Chamber learns about new area assisted living facility
(07/02/09) Gina Wagler provided information on Odon's newest assisted living facility during the Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce's Thursday meeting. Parkview Village Christian, Care, Inc. is now open and accepting applications, explained Wagler, who serves as the executive director of the facility...
Writing class to be sponsored by Carnegie Heritage and Arts Center
(07/02/09) Attention students who find writing stressful and frustrating: The Carnegie Heritage and Arts Center is offering "Writing the Perfect Paragraph" for Greene County students in grades 7-12. These sessions will be guided by the Indiana ISTEP rubrics for writing. One day is scheduled for each school:...
Commmunity Notes
(07/01/09) Commercial vendors needed for the fair Commercial vendors wanting to have a booth at the upcoming Greene County Fair still have time to sign up. Booth space is $100 for a 10 feet by 10 feet spot. The Commerical Building will be open 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday, July 12 through Thrusday, July 16. For more information and to sign up contact Lori Brown at 384-3098... 
Bridge near Solsberry to be named after former rural mail carrier; dedication Friday night
(07/01/09)A bridge on State Road 43, east of Solsberry, will formally be named Friday to honor a former long-time rural mail carrier. Signs have been erected at the bridge -- which crosses the Indiana Rail Road Company tracks -- and will be unveiled Friday morning naming it the Dannie Shute Memorial Bridge... 
"Hoosier Doughboys" to march in the Freedom Festival Parade
(07/01/09)As the "Hoosier Doughboys" march through Linton's streets in the Fourth of July parade Saturday, they will not only be honoring the soldiers of World War I, but also in remembrance of a hometown soldier who served in that conflict. The interesting series of events that led to the identity of that local WWI soldier came about because of Linton native Doug Roush and two of his history-buff friends, Doug Blackford and Wade Harshman, who wanted to call attention to the Great War, as it was called, by forming an educational history unit.. ... 
Convicted sex offender back in jail after photo surfaces on his cell phone
(07/01/09)Law enforcement wasted no time in getting a 32-year-old convicted sexual offender back in jail Tuesday after a picture, taken Friday, of him touching a 14-year-old girl was found on his cell phone and reported to police Sunday. Chet M. Mitchell of Vincennes was booked into the Greene County Jail where he is being held in lieu of $20,000 bond...
Lt. Governor calls budget passage 'welcome relief' for taxpayers and state workers
(07/01/09) Indiana Lt. Gov. Becky Skillman calls the last day passage of a compromised two-year $27 billion state budget a welcome relief for taxpayers and state workers. Skillman made her comments in a state-wide conference call with media members Wednesday afternoon...
Solsberry to host its 17th annual fireworks show on Friday
(07/01/09) The summer skies over Solsberry will be glowing with an array of colorful fireworks and loud booms Friday night on the eve of Independence Day. Country music will fill the air. There will be plenty of good food and friendly fellowship. Traditionally, Solsberry hosts one of the largest annual fireworks displays in the area that lights up the sky for miles in impressive fashion for a show that lasts about 45 minutes, according to Beech Creek Township Trustee Larry Shute, who has helped the Eastern Greene Volunteer Fire Department put on the show for the last 17 years.. ...
Fireworks slated for Bloomfield on Saturday night
(07/01/09) All is looking well for the Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce's annual Fourth of July fireworks celebration in the park. Less than two months ago, the fireworks fund had about $650 and needed a total of $8,500 to reach last year's amount, noted Chamber Member Dan Sichting...
Vendors needed for upcoming 4- H Fair
(07/01/09) If you're interested in promoting your business, then be sure to check out the opportunities during the upcoming Greene County 4-H Fair. Lori Brown, member of the 4-H Council, provided the details. "We have space available in the commercial building for vendors," she explained...
Officials urge 'common sense' in handling fireworks
(07/01/09) Boom. Boom. Pop. Bam. The sounds of the season are in the air and local firefighters want to remind you to use caution when handling fireworks. "Use common sense," explained Linton Fire Captain Tom Robison. Watch out for kids and fireworks. "Kids should always be supervised. Be smart about it and don't always trust fireworks," Robison added...
Community Notes
(06/30/09)
Summer camp Worthington Assembly of God is offering Teen Camp July 6-10 with varying times and activities. For more information call 875-2265 or 875-3539 Cost is $25. Linton trash schedule The Linton trash schedule will not change during the week of the Fourth of July... |
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