Indiana State

Montgomery County, IN

Lafayette, IN

The promises of spring are beginning to show in our community. The early daffodils bring a smile to everyone. To keep that smile we need to support those in need so that all can be made whole amount us. The three programs of FISH are gearing up for change of...

Learning how to help benefits all

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

Crawfordsville, IN

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

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

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

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

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

Purdue Extension Montgomery County will offer a three-session class series, Diversifying your Garden and Diet, on April 5, 12 and 19. The sessions will take place 5:30-7 p.m. on the fourth floor of the Fusion 54 building, 101 W. Main St., Crawfordsville. Instead of only growing the usual staple crops,...

Sessions help diversify your garden, diet

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

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Preserving History

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...

Preserving History

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