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Vernon Twp. Fire District Approved; Members Appointed

The Jackson County Commissioners recently approved the establishment of a Vernon Township Fire District. The action follows the approval of the Town of Crothersville and Vernon Township Board at a combined May meeting of the two boards. The establishment of another...

Is Preservation Always A Good Thing?

by Curt Kovener The news that an agreement in principal was reached between the town of Crothersville and the Indiana Historic Landmarks to save the nearly 125-year-old Odd Fellows Lodge at the stoplight corner is met with mixed feelings here at the newspaper. I am a...

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STATE BANK OF MEDORA is looking for an experienced lending officer. At least three years lending experience with some business/ag lending experience is required. Excellent benefits and working conditions. Salary commensurate with experience. Send resume to: State Bank...

Festival Royalty

Destiny Lawrence and Logen O’Sullivan (in front) were crowned the 2015 Red, White & Blue Festival Princess and Prince during the opening day of the three-day festival. Destiny is the daughter of Terry & Barbara Prine; Logen is the son of Robert & Susan...

40th Red, White & Blue Festival Was A Hot One

It was a typical June weekend—hazy, hot, humid and an occasional shower—for the 40th Red, White & Blue Festival in Crothersville. “The fireworks were even better than last year,” said festival director Sherry Bridges. “Folks were cheering during the show. “The...

Important Things I Hope I Can Remember

by Curt Kovener Never play leapfrog with a unicorn. – Unknown After a year in therapy, my psychiatrist said to me, “Maybe life isn’t for everyone.” – Larry Brown Whenever I’m caught between two evils, I take the one I never tried....

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40th Red, White & Blue Festival Set To Begin

The Crothersville Red White & Blue Festival kicks off Thursday, June 11, for a flag waiving salute to Old Glory and military service veterans. This year’s event is June 11-13 held at the Crothersville Community School grounds. This is the 40th festival for the...

Festival Schedule Of Events & Who To Contact

Thursday, June 11 2:30 Baby Contest Registration, main gym 2:30 Little Mr. & Miss RWB Registration, auxiliary gym 3:30 Judging for Baby contest 3:30 Judging for Mr. & Miss Red White & Blue contest 5:00 Booths Open 5:30 RWB Prince & Princess Contest...