Stories from Thursday, June 29, 2023

Vanessa Shafford rounded up all the accolades while at Linton and is enjoying her time at the University of Southern Indiana halfway into her college years there. “The people, the atmosphere, the coaching staff they make everyday enjoyable. It’s the family atmosphere at the place I’m at,” Shafford said...

Roger G. Maxson, 86, of Shelburn, passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at his residence. He was born on August 29, 1936, the son of Paul Maxson and Helen Grove Maxson. In 1972, Roger started Maxson Refuge Service in Greene County. He owned and operated it until he retired. Roger married Shirley M. Oty on February 14, 1955. He was a member of the Church of God...

The Linton-Stockton Chamber of Commerce celebrated this year’s Freedom Festival Hall of Fame Recipient, Kathy Matthews, and surprised Linton Mayor John Wilkes by naming him the 2023 Linton Freedom Festival Parade Grand Marshal. Wilkes was completely surprised by the honor, fighting back tears and speaking with a hitch in his voice as he gratefully accepted the duty...