Bloomington, IN

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Crawfordsville, IN

WHEREAS, on March 22, 1972, President Nixon signed into law a measure that amended the Older Americans Act of 1965 to include a national nutrition program for individuals 60 years and older, and;. WHEREAS, for more than five decades, this landmark law has helped to fund community-based organizations — like...

Mayor proclaims it March for Meals Month

The City of Crawfordsville announced plans to develop a 47-acre nature park on the city’s southwest side near the intersection of State Road 47 and State Road 32. Crawfordsville native Will Shortz currently owns the property, and the nature park is being made possible by his donation of the property to the city. Shortz, a well-known puzzle creator and editor, is best known for his work as crossword puzzle editor for the New York Times. He grew up in Crawfordsville on the plot of land he is donating for the park.

City to develop Shortz Nature Park

Illinois State

Waynetown, IN

Thomas “Tom” Lee Lyon, 57, of Waynetown passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023, at his home. He was born Sept. 3, 1965, at Crawfordsville, to the late William Robert “Bob” and Darlene (Cox) Lyon. He graduated from Crawfordsville High School, Class of 1983. Tom married Sherrie...

Thomas ‘Tom’ Lee Lyon

Ohio State

Ruth Holt, 85, of Crawfordsville passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023, with her family by her side. She was born May 1, 1937, at Kenton, Ohio, to Marvin and Thelma Maggret Long. Ruth was a member of Whitesville Christian Church. She was married to David “Red” Largent. He preceded her...

Ruth Holt

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Independent Community Bankers of America announced that Brad Monts, president and CEO of Hoosier Heartland State Bank, Crawfordsville, was elected to serve on ICBA’s Cyber and Data Security Committee. ICBA is the nation’s voice for community banks and is committed to its founding mission to create and promote an environment where community banks flourish.

Monts appointed to Cyber Security and Data Security Committee

Lafayette, IN

James Warner “Jim/Benny” Bennett, 75, of Lafayette passed away Friday, March 24, 2023, after a brief illness. He was born Dec. 24, 1947, at Crawfordsville, to the late William C. (Bill) and Mary Martha (Galey) Bennett. Jim graduated from Crawfordsville High School in 1966 where he excelled in...

James Warner ‘Jim/Benny’ Bennett

When Crawfordsville gymnastics needed a good performance this past season, they turned to senior Halle Elliott. This past winter, Elliott was the one who helped guide the Athenians. Along with her leadership, Elliott was the go-to gymnast in every event for CHS and she proved why at the county meet where she took home the all-around title with a score of 30.60.

Soaring into a stellar senior season

Darlington, IN

For a seventeen year-old, being 4,434 miles from home is not always easy. But for North Montgomery High School exchange student Marc Infantes-Mancebo, the experience of living in rural Indiana far away from his home city of Barcelona, Spain will be cherished for a lifetime. Marc received word on May...

Happy to be a North Montgomery Charger

Indianapolis, IN

Marjorie Kay Bowman passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023, at Franciscan Health Crawfordsville. She was born Dec. 12, 1942, at Crawfordsville, to Stanley and Susie (Johnson) Austin. Marge and Michael Bowman were married April 21, 1961, at Mellott. She was a graduate of Richland Township High School, Class of 1960....

Marjorie Kay Bowman

Kentucky State

Lyewellyn “Lou” Emberton of Crawfordsville went to be with her Lord and Savior on March 25, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born Sept. 17, 1941, to the late Craig and Sarah Dowell of Crab Orchard, Kentucky. Lou married the love of her life Billy Emberton on Dec 21, 1957. He passed away July 17, 2015.

Lyewellyn ‘Lou’ Emberton

This is in response to Rev. Alexis, fellow clergyman, civic leaders, and all public servants regarding the topic of abortion. This topic has been addressed once and again this is a reminder that the conduct of all our leaders and clergy is to be of the highest integrity. Respect, decency, professionalism, protocol, rules, order, human rights, and human dignity are all non-negotiable.

Letter: Look at humanity as a masterpiece, gift

Betty Maxine Carver, 87, of Crawfordsville passed away March 23, 2023, in her home, following a five-year battle with cancer. She was born Aug. 28, 1935, at Crawfordsville, to Leroy and Nettie Yeley nee Fields. Betty worked at the shirt factory and Carl’s Restaurant before meeting Lee Oren Griffin. They...

Betty Maxine Carver

A 1-year-old child died from a gunshot wound Tuesday at a northwestern Indiana apartment complex, police said. The shooting at the Romney Meadows apartment complex in Lafayette was reported around 3 p.m., Lafayette Police Lt. Matt Gard said. Investigators were conducting interviews, but no one was in custody, Gard said.

1-year-old child dead from gunshot wound in Lafayette

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IUK students recognized for academics

KOKOMO — In the fall 2022 semester, 794 full-time Indiana University Kokomo students earned chancellor’s...

IUK students recognized for academics

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