Carnegie to host photos with Santa

For 125 years the local Dorothy Q Chapter NSDAR has upheld the ideals of patriotism, historical preservation and historical education in Montgomery County. On Saturday, the local DAR Society celebrated with an open house tea at the Elston Historical Home. The 125th anniversary committee was comprised of Regent Michelle Borden,...

Judge Daniel Petrie who presides over Montgomery County Superior Court II talked to the Crawfordsville Kiwanis membership about the new Family Recovery Court, which was launched by Petrie in the fall of 2022. The Family Recovery Court helps those parents, who have agreed to participate, to overcome issues such as...

Friday is International Holocaust Remembrance Day and Eva Education Day for the state of Indiana. Staff at the CANDLES Holocaust Museum and Education Center in Terre Haute encourage the public to remember and honor the memory of the six million Jews murdered by the Nazis and their collaborators. “As we...

F.C. Tucker West Central announced agent Katie Viers was the December listing leader for F.C. Tucker West Central. She led the way listing two homes with $356,900 in listing volume. Viers also was the November sales leader. She helped two buyers find their dream home and sold $526,000 in volume...

It is Girl Scout cookie time here in Indiana. Local troops held a cookie rally Friday to learn the entrepreneurial skills needed for a successful cookie season. The scouts practiced their sales pitch, learned to make change, set sales goals, gained product knowledge and discussed safety measures. Games, crafts and role play helped each scout hone their skill set.

• Motor vehicle theft in the 1000 block of Corey Boulevard — 2:12 a.m. • Theft in the 200 block of Argonaut Drive — 11:02 a.m. • Fight in the 500 block of Allen Street — 12:31 p.m. • Domestic disturbance in the 900 block of Lane...

Richard “Dick” Haffner, 85, of Noblesville passed away Monday, Jan. 23, 2023, at St. Vincent Carmel Hospital, surrounded by his family. He was born Jan. 15, 1938, at Crawfordsville, to the late Donald and Crystal (Moffitt) Haffner. Dick was the oldest of seven kids, graduating from New Ross...

Maelyn Drew Newton, a daughter, born Jan. 18 at Witham Health Services, Lebanon, to Isabel Viveros and Mitchell Newton, Lebanon. At birth, she weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces. She is the couple’s first child. Maternal grandmother is Stacia of Crawfordsville. Paternal grandparents are Jason and Brandi Wilson, Crawfordsville; and...

LINDEN — For nearly 16 years North Montgomery School Corporation students have attended school under the trimester model of education. On Monday, the school board voted to go back to semesters beginning next school year. School board members began discussing the change last fall, and after a joint effort...

Kathryn Jane Faubion passed away peacefully Thursdya, Jan. 19, 2023, at home, surrounded by family. She was born July 31, 1956, at Crawfordsville, to Royal and Shirley (Dehne) Faubion. Kathy, known to those close to her as “Wilamina,” to her son “Mother of mine,” was a woman of substance. Strong...

Maverick Ray Brant, a son, born Jan. 15 at Witham Health Services, Lebanon, to Brandon and Sara (Price) Brant, Crawfordsville. At birth, he weighed 8 pounds, 6 ounces, and was welcomed home by a brother, Bo Brant, 18 months. Maternal grandparents are Steve and Sherri Price, Crawfordsville; and Teresa Diaz,...

ATCHISON, Kansas — Benedictine College has recognized those students who have distinguished themselves academically during the last semester. Elias Washer of Crawfordsville was recently named to the Dean’s List for the fall semester, which ended December 12, 2022. Any full-time student carrying a minimum of 12 hours and...

Carl D. Morris, 91, lifelong resident of Crawfordsville, passed away peacefully at home Monday, Jan. 23, 2023, while holding the hand of his loving wife of more than 71 years, Carolyn. Carl was born June 19, 1931, at Crawfordsville, to the late Hamilin and Nettie (Cope) Morris. He graduated from...

United Way in Montgomery County will again be a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program site for the 2023 tax season. In collaboration with United Way of Greater Lafayette, the VITA program will offer free tax preparation and e-filing services to individuals and families with an annual household income at or below $73,000; persons with disabilities; and those who are older than 60 years of age.

Montgomery County Commissioners took time Monday to honor two employees who have distinguished themselves in 2022. Greg Northcutt, a supervisor in the maintenance department, and maintenance department employee Greg Taylor were named Employees of the Year. Northcutt has worked for the county for eight years. Taylor is a three-year employee....

Rita A. Covault, 62, of Kingman passed away on Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023, at Carle Hospital in Urbana, Illinois. Arrangements are pending at Sanders Funeral Care in Kingman. Share memories and condolences online at www.SandersFuneralCare.com.

Phyllis D. Hadler, 73, of Crawfordsville and formerly of Effingham, Illinois, passed away Sunday, Jan. 22, 2023, at Franciscan Health Lafayette. She was born Oct. 23, 1949, at Salem, Illinois, to Lawrence and Hazel Irene (Sands) Metcalf. Phyllis worked at World Color/Crossroads Press in Effingham, retiring after 25 years. She...

KOKOMO — In the fall 2022 semester, 794 full-time Indiana University Kokomo students earned chancellor’s list or dean’s list honors. Chancellor’s list students earned a 4.0 grade point average (GPA), while dean’s list students earned a minimum 3.5 GPA on a scale of 4.0, while carrying at least 12 credit hours throughout the grading period.

ANGOLA — Lily Williamson of Colfax completed requirements for a degree from Trine University at the end of the Fall 2022 semester. Williamson earned a degree in Golf Management at Trine.

OLNEY, Illinois — Outstanding students at Olney Central College have received academic honors for the Fall 2022 Semester. Olivia Reed of Crawfordsville was named to the President’s List. Those on the President’s List have achieved a grade point average between 3.75 and 3.89.