Behind the Scenes

pick up in Owensville, her distribution area is Gibson County, but she also has customers that come from Poseyville, Evansville, Newburgh and a few in Indianapolis. One day she may have a delivery driver, but not yet.

A big highlight was to be featured in a local magazine a few months back. Sheridan said, “Honestly, this was a dream! I couldn’t believe that my small home bakery was noticed by Evansville Living. Especially all the way out in Owensville . . . It was such an honor truly to be recognized. I still pinch myself.”

The Whimsy Whisk has some fanciful ideas for the future. It’s not to be a regular brick and mortar store goal but she would like to perfect her techniques.

Sheridan commented that she’d like to learn how to watercolor paint on cookies, and maybe someday offer cookie classes or host private cookie decorating parties. What a fun future she has planned.

Mom’s Diner Expanded

In Oakland City, Mom’s Diner on Main Street has invested in an outdoor dining area. This will be perfect for when car show season starts the first Friday of April. In time, this patio area will be closed in as well.

Carson’s Corner in Johnson is Back

The newly revamped Carson’s Corner is back open in Johnson. Marie Hasselbrink is now running the diner with the help of her dad and daughter. Breakfast, lunch and desserts are the specialty.

Renovated Tulip Tree to Open Soon

Tulip Tree Family Health Center in Fort Branch has been under major renovation. There have been new windows, a roof, HVAC and exterior paint done to the facility as well as an interior upgrade. There will be an open house and ribbon cutting on February 22nd at 11 a.m. They plan to start moving back into the building then end of January and be open for patients soon after.

Zia Smoked BBQ has New Home

New owners are coming to the previous John’s Smokin’ BBQ. Zia Smoked BBQ has purchased the building and is doing some upgrades. In the meantime, their food truck is serving a variety of BBQ items at this and other locations.

El Cerrito Said Buenos Noches

After almost two and a half years in business, the Mexican restaurant El Cerrito, formerly Los Azteca in Princeton, closed its doors on Sunday, January 22nd. At press time there was no further information available.

A New Mexican Store Opened in Princeton

Tienda Mexicana La Huasteca (The Mexican store) opened the end of December. It’s located by El Rodeo and Smokers Host where the Check and Go used to be. They offer check cashing and money transfers as well as an assortment of Mexican foods and supplies.

New Board Members at Center for Seniors

The Center for Seniors welcomes new board members and officers. Elections were held in December and new board members began in January.

Habitat of Humanity Awarded Scholarships

Executive Director Julia Rahman with Committee Chairperson, Jim Stephens announced the first presentation of scholarships presented to Habitat for Humanity of Gibson County Partner Family recipients. The scholarships were made possible by the Gibson County Community Foundation Lilly Endowment.

The Gibson County Sheriff’s Merit Board met for its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, January 17, 2023. The Sheriff’s Merit Board is made up of five members, three of whom are selected by the Sheriff and two are voted on by the Deputies. This committee meets monthly and makes decisions pertaining to standard operating procedures, hiring and disciplinary actions. At the recent meeting, board members elected Bruce Adams as President and Joe Maxey as Secretary. Other members of the Merit Board are Jon Adams, Jennifer MacKay and William George.

The 2023 meetings of the Gibson County Sheriff’s Merit Board will be on the second Tuesday of every month. Meetings start at 12:00 Noon in the Gibson County Community Corrections Conference room, located at 112 E. Emerson Street, Princeton, Indiana.

Clarification: The Gibson County Sheriff’s Office Merit Board has authority over the Sheriff’s Merit Deputies. The Princeton Police Department has a separate Merit Board with authority over their officers.

At Habitat, we continue to work to build homes, communities and hope, including scholarships, to provide a hand up, not a hand out. The presentations were made to DeAsia Thomas of Princeton, who is attending U.S.I. to pursue a degree as a dental hygienist. Also receiving a scholarship was Gavin Wheatley, who is attending Vincennes University to pursue a degree as an automotive technician.

Habitat also welcomes new construction manager Brandon Epple of Haubstadt, who has been a volunteer since 2016. He has been interim construction manager since November. Brandon looks forward to working at Habitat because it is a “Great organization that provides a needed resource of housing to the Gibson County community.”

Ruesch Consulting, LLC Acquires Calibre Computer Solutions LLS

Ruesch Consulting, LLC is proud to announce its acquisition of local technology services provider Calibre Computer Solutions, LLC effective on January 1st, 2023. This acquisition comes at an exciting point in our company’s continued success serving local businesses around the Gibson County area and beyond, allowing us to be more equipped to serve both existing and prospective clients. We look forward to continuing our growth as a company and look forward to providing a higher level of service to local businesses throughout Gibson County and surrounding areas.