November 1, 2022 - The Posey County News

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Plastic recycling plant Avangard to bring 200 jobs to Posey

By Trisha L. Lopez

Mount Vernon will soon be the home of a new recycling plant that developers say will bring 200 jobs to Posey County.

Avangard Innovative, a Houston-based waste management and recycling leader, announced plans to bring a $100 million, 500,000-square-foot recycling facility on a 176-acre site on the east side of Mount Vernon. The facility will be the company’s first in Indiana and will refurbish recyclables for reuse, increasing the company’s service to Midwest clients, according to a statement released by the Evansville Regional Economic Partnership (E-REP).

Posey County Commissioners President Bill Collins said the project has been in the works for a little more than a year and Posey County was chosen, in part, because of its location in Avangard Innovative’s distribution area.

“We are pleased Avangard Innovative chose Mount Vernon for it’s proximity to suppliers and skilled workforce,” Collins said. “This is a fantastic day for the Evansville Region and further demonstrates how Posey County is an attractive place to work and live.”

Posey County Council President Heather Allyn said she’s “happy to welcome (Avangard Innovative) to Posey County.”

Yard barn placement continues to haunt

By Dave Pearce

The Poseyville Town Council held a special meeting on Thursday evening for the purpose of acting on a pair of ordinance issues. The first issue was one that has been in the news in Posey County for a year.

According to information provided by a review of the case of Posey County Board of Zoning Appeals versus Collins, Indiana Appeals Court, the Poseyville Town Council seeks to confirm the town’s zoning ordinance that calls for prohibiting the placement of only a portable building on a lot zoned Residential Multiple-Family.

Poseyville resident Derek Collins originally bought the building and indicated he had planned to place the building on the vacant lot temporarily until he could possibly build on the site. Another Poseyville resident, Mitch Wagner, complained to the Posey County Area Plan Commission that the placement of the building would encourage other portable buildings to be placed on vacant lots and therefore discourage development in the town.

At Thursday’s hearing, Steve Collins, father of Derek Collins, asked the board if he and his family were being “singled out,” citing the family constantly works on improving areas and residences inside the city limits. While members of the board did not provide a direct answer to Collins during the meeting, tension was high at a few points during the meeting.

At one point with elevated tension, Council President Mike Baehl cut off discussions on the matter and moved, without a council vote, to the next item on the agenda. A vote on the matter would be integral in the hearing of the proposed ordinance at the Posey County Area Plan Commission.

Avangard Innovative plans to begin construction in 2023 and the facility is expected to be operational in 2024, according to the E-REP statement. The company will “focus on the mechanical recycling of film and flexible plastics - some of the most complex plastics in the recycling stream - and convert these materials to post-consumer recycled that can be used to manufacture new products, replacing virgin materials.”

Avangard Innovative CEO Rick Perez praised the support of E-REP and called the move “exciting times for Avangard Innovative, the State of Indiana and the local community of Posey County.”

“As we collaborate to advance recycling and sustainability solutions, we will positively impact the environment, the economy and the overall well-being at local, state and national levels.”

Mount Vernon Mayor Bill Curtis said he is excited by the new development and sees the move as further evidence that “things (in Mount Vernon) are going in the right direction.”

Curtis said he is hopeful that the announcement of 200 new jobs will generate additional interest in expanding housing opportunities in Mount Vernon and Posey County

Local Economic Partnerships merge

Special to the News

The Evansville Regional Economic Partnership (EREP) and Posey County Economic Development Partnership (PCEDP) announce actions by their respective Boards to merge organizations.

The unification comes as a natural next step to the successful collaboration between the two organizations. Each respective board, after thorough and deliberate evaluation, voted unanimously to continue its working relationship with E-REP by officially merging.

“We’ve had much success working with Posey County this past year in attracting new business and advancing quality of life projects. We look forward to nurturing that relationship further as we take on the added

economic development responsibilities, said Tara Barney, CEO of E-REP.

Over the past year, E-REP helped secure City of Mount Vernon incentives for redevelopment of the former K-Mart Building, transforming the space for CountryMark. To protect the Mount Vernon riverfront, E-REP secured $100,000 grant from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources through the Lake and River Enhancement Program was submitted and secured by E-REP. In addition, E-REP also helped complete the City of Mount Vernon’s comprehensive plan.

The merger brings added benefit to Posey County

PCHS celebrates 100th anniversary

By Lois Mittino Gray

Posey County Historical Society President Becky Higgins announced she was going to talk about “The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly” at the organization’s 100th birthday celebration held on Saturday, October 22 at the Alexandrian Public Library. One of the “good” things was accepting a vibrant multi-patch quilt from the Shirley Blankenship family, estimated to be created circa the time the society started in 1922. The Society was also given a check for $3000 from the Posey County Community Foundation and unveiled a beautifully framed panoramic photo taken mid-1920s of Walnut Street, showing the old Court Hotel.

Higgins opened the centennial meeting, attended by an estimated 30 people, by telling about another “good” thing. The Society made a one-hour video, now posted on You Tube, about their recent Bull Run Rock Festival 50th Anniversary Commemoration. It contains old photos, behind the scenes action, and interviews with people

MV Council sets pay rate for elected officials here

Three ordinances looking toward next year were passed on third reading at the October 19, meeting of the Mount Vernon Common Council at the Hovey House. One ordinance established the pay rate for elected city officials, another established salaries and wages for appointed officers and city employees, and the other established appropriations and tax rates for the city for the year 2023.

The elected officials are paid out of three funds: the General Fund, the Water Fund, and the Utility Fund. In that order, the Mayor will get $41,379 plus $12,824 plus $13,040 from the three funds for a total salary of $67,243. The Clerk-Treasurer receives $30,000 plus $14,700 plus $14,700 from the three for a total salary of $59,400. The five Common Council members are paid from two funds. They get $6,740 from the General Fund and $4,375 from the Water Fund for a total of $11,115. In addition, Councilmen on the Board of Works receive $2,067 per annum from the Utility Fund.

Other rates of compensation for city public safety departments include: Police Chief-$63,950; Police Captain-$54,095; School Resources Officer-$55,080; Fire Chief-$59,543; Assistant Fire Chief-$52,457; and Animal Control Officer-$44,729. Other compensation includes fourteen days of holiday pay and clothes allowances.

The Parks and Recreation Director makes $57,248 and the Youth Center/Pool Director makes $51,678. Street Commissioner salary is $54,510 and Water Superintendent is set at $43,063, as is the Plant Superintendent. The Mayor’s Secretary receives $41,646 and as the Building Commissioner, $15,000.

The First Deputy Clerk Treasurer is compensated $36,482 while the second and third deputy get $30,542.

By Lois Mittino Gray

Members of the Posey County Historical Society get a close look at an antique quilt during the recent 100th Anniversary. Here, Ann Baldwin and Dennis Carr look over a quilt owned by Shirley Blankenship. The quilt is over 100 years old. Photo by Dave Pearce

Celebrating the partnership of E-Rep and Posey County Economic Development Partnership are l to r: Megan Lambert, Tara Barney, Heather Allyn, Bill Collins, Jenna Richardt, Jim Alsop, Mayor Bill Curtis, Beth McFadin Higgins, Larry Williams, and Brittany Wade. Photo supplied

Poseyville Kiwanis held their Installation of Officers on October 27, 2022 at the The Red Wagon in Poseyville. Kiwanis Lt. Governor of the Southwest Division Patti Sensmeier (center) joins newly elected officers, from left to right: Melissa Higgins, Treasurer; Andrea Heath, Vice-President; Teresa Mossberger, Secretary; and Tom Snyder, President.

Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Fetterman, Roosevelt examples of strength

One of the greatest Presidents of all time was Franklin D. Roosevelt. He served from 1933 to 1945. He led this country and saw us through some of our toughest years. Many say he stands as the greatest President of all time. Ironically, he had a difficult time standing.

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wheelchair and leg braces for mobility, which he took efforts to conceal in public. In 1938, he founded the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, leading to the development of polio vaccines. Although historical accounts continue to refer to Roosevelt’s case as polio, the diagnosis has been questioned in the context of current medical science, with a competing diagnosis of Guillain–Barré syndrome proposed by some authors.

However, would Roosevelt even have a chance today? Can you imagine him trying to conceal his wheelchair or his leg braces? Not in this age. Would The Press and the opposition tear him to sheds as being physically incapable of holding down the job?

Disabled Americans and people worldwide can point to Roosevelt as someone who dealt with tremendous physical obstacles to accomplish much for our country and the world.

Photographs of Roosevelt in a wheelchair are rare but you can find one on the Internet.

Franklin D. Roosevelt, was our 32nd President but he began experiencing symptoms of a paralytic illness in 1921 when he was 39 years old. His main symptoms were fever; symmetric, ascending paralysis; facial paralysis; bowel and bladder dysfunction; numbness and hyperesthesia; and a descending pattern of recovery. He was diagnosed with poliomyelitis and underwent years of therapy, including hydrotherapy at Warm Springs, Georgia. Roosevelt remained paralyzed from the waist down and relied on a

We could talk and write about Franklin D. Roosevelt all day. However here are a few of his noted accomplishments from his 12 years of service – longer than anyone. Creation of the emergency banking act to counteract the Great Depression. Establishment of FDIC.

Unemployment rate reduction. Setup many institutions to support the New Deal. Created institutions as part of the New Deal. Created the U.S. Social Security System. Established the minimum wage and 40-hour work week. He took action to prohibit discrimination in employment, led America to victory in World War II, and, took part in the creation of the United Nations. He also aided water pollution control and more. (Wikipedia)

Americans with disabilities should not be excluded from running for public office. We vote for who we want to vote for but in a free country all citizens should be able to try.

John Fetterman of Pennsylvania is trying. He has had a stroke, but he’s trying. It has been amazing to witness the amount of support Pennsylvania has given Fetterman. He is in a dead heat race with national celebrity Dr. Mehmet Oz whose star power as a long time TV doctor star has surely greatly boosted him in his race with Fetterman for the United States Senate.

Tragically, Fetterman’s health apparently prevents him from articulating clearly. His

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It’s just life. I’m 3 weeks late planting onions. Too much late rain.

Had one farm get hail, cotton is stringing out, grain needs thrashed, trying to finish up chile harvest… Just a plethora of things piling up on us right now.

A hungry stomach, an empty pocket and a broken heart can teach you the best lessons of life.

Sometimes life is just hard.

Just remember, never get tired of asking God to guide you. His promises give us strength, courage and confidence to handle whatever comes our way.

To everyone carrying a heavy heart in silence… First it hurts then it changes us. I know I’ll be ok and believe me you’ll be okay too.

Be strong and smile at life, even though it hurts.

You don’t need a lot of friends, you just the right ones. Restart.

Reset. Refocus.

Support Operation Christmas Child

More than 4,500 locations will open to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts for the Samaritan’s Purse project. Volunteers are preparing to collect shoebox gifts during National Collection Week, Nov. 14 - 21.

Operation Christmas Child has been collecting and delivering shoebox gifts—filled with school supplies, hygiene items and fun toys— to children worldwide since 1993. Anyone can pack a shoebo. In 2022, Operation Christmas Child hopes to collect enough shoeboxes to reach another 11 million children.

Individuals, families, and groups still have time to transform empty shoeboxes into fun gifts. The project partners with local churches across the globe to deliver these tangible expressions of God’s love to children in need. Find a step-by-step guide on the ‘How to Pack a Shoebox’ webpage.

“Now more than ever, children around the world need to know that God loves them and there is hope,” said Franklin Graham, president of Samaritan’s Purse. “A simple shoebox gift opens the door to share about the true hope that can only be found in Jesus Christ.”

Participants can find the nearest drop-off location and hours of operation as they make plans to drop off their shoebox gifts. The online look-

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Readjust.

It’s ok to do these as many times as you need to… there is no limit.

One day you’ll thank yourself for not giving up. Growth is a never ending process. Stop being afraid of what could go wrong, and start being excited about what could go right.

Always keep in mind.

Galatians 6:9

And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.

James 4:17

Therefore to him that knoweth to do good, and doeth it not, to him it is sin.

Don’t let the hard times win. I look at social media and often shake my head in disbelief of what people have become. How emboldened we are when it comes to social media. How easy it is to ridicule, belittle, and sometimes be downright nasty towards people and especially political leaders and candidates.

I can be pretty critical of others myself and those that know me will agree. But know this, I’m working on it. I’ve had enough and vow to be better. In the words of my mother “if you can’t say something nice don’t say anything at all”.

up tool is searchable by City or ZIP code. Signs at each location will identify the drop-off.

Local drop-off locations and times are as follows.

• First United Methodist Church, 601 Main Street #A, Mount Vernon, IN 47620-1957

Mon., Nov. 14: Tue., Nov. 15: Wed., Nov. 16: Thu., Nov. 17: Fri., Nov. 18: and Sat., Nov. 19: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.: Sun., Nov. 20: 3- 5 p.m.: and Mon., Nov. 21: 8 - 10 a.m.

• Mount Zion General Baptist Church, 1425 Oliver Road N, Wadesville, IN 47638-8727 Mon., Nov. 14: 1 - 5 p.m.: Tue., Nov. 15: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.: Wed., Nov. 16: 1 - 4 p.m.: Thu., Nov. 17: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Fri., Nov. 18: 1 - 7 p.m.: Sat., Nov. 19: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.: Sun., Nov. 20: 17:30 p.m.: and Mon., Nov. 21: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan’s Purse, seeks to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way to children in need around the world and, together with the local church worldwide, to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has collected and delivered more than 198 million gift-filled shoeboxes to children in more than 170 countries and territories. This year, Operation Christmas Child will collect its 200-millionth shoebox.

Whose Ox?

is wrong with the American political system? Why are people so upset? Are we living in the End Times, the dreaded Eschaton? Why is Kanye West (Ye) such a pariah to many and a voice crying in the wilderness to some? Will Donald Trump save America or destroy it? How about Joe Biden? Was that referee blind when he called pass interference against my team or maybe he had a bet on the game? Really, can someone explain to me how anyone can see any possible redeeming value in talking to Putin? We probably ought to just go ahead and push our button before he does his. And, what is it about lawyers? If I hear one more attorney say to me, “On the other hand,” I am going to throttle him. There is only one side to an issue, the right side. I do not need someone telling me to consider someone else’s views in politics, religion, the Supreme Court or my in-laws. In other words, there is nothing wrong with America, or the war in Ukraine, that could not be fixed if they would put me in charge.

These thoughts woke me up at 4 a.m. Georgia Time this morning after Peg and I had had a discussion with two of our Georgian (the country) friends yesterday afternoon. I had casually raised the thought that much as America reacted to the Cuban Missile Crisis, perhaps Putin was concerned about the United States and other NATO countries having military installations near Russia’s borders. Of course, we know we

would not launch any nukes into Russia, but does Putin? Perhaps we should apply a lawyerly analysis and try to see the situation from all points of view. Well, I tell you, Gentle Reader, that was not a popular approach with my Georgian friends whose country has already been seriously encroached upon by Russia. In the Russia vs. Ukraine War, most Georgians and most Americans see only one side with one point of view. Russia fired before talking, so Ukraine and its allies should do the same. After all, Georgia or Moldova, or Poland may be next. If history is the guide, as it often is, then trusting Putin to be reasonable is not reasonable.

Peg and I like our Georgian friends who have been gracious and welcoming. Georgia is a beautiful country and our apartment right on the Black Sea would not show well ringed with Russian war ships. We do side with Ukraine as I also made several Ukrainian friends when I taught Ukrainian judges for a couple of weeks over Christmas time in 1999-2000.

Russia is in the wrong and Ukraine is in the right. That may start the analysis, but it should not end it. A nuclear war is not in Ukraine’s best interest nor in Georgia’s. And it most certainly is not in America’s. So, as I cautiously kept the remainder of my lawyerly, Jesus-type of mote and log reasoning about Putin to myself, I thought about all those times our friends and family wondered what was wrong with us when we gently said, “On the other hand.”

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mental ability to quickly process what he is hearing is obviously impaired. This has to make it tough for him. Roosevelt did not have this problem. His mind appeared to be sharp and his speech clear and convincing during his years as President. This is where Roosevelt’s situation and Fetterman’s is different Fetterman needs and deserves time to heal. He obviously needs continuing medical treatment and therapy to recuperate from his stroke. He is still a young man. In a year, or two he may be fully recovered and more able to serve. This is unfortunate for Fetterman and his supporters but only makes sense for his personal health. The fact that he is running for such a demanding job in his current state demonstrates that his mental clarity is somewhat impaired. It also demonstrates that people close to him are mentally impaired to have encouraged him to continue in this political contest. He needs time to get well so that if elected he can serve effectively.

The bottom line is that voters will decide who represents them. This is one right we must continue to cherish, protect and be mentally clear about.

Just because others are that way doesn’t mean I have to be that way.

I will try to be kind to people who don’t deserve it. I am remembering what it means to be human. I cannot-and will not- hurt people just because I can. I may not be better than you, but I’m better than that. We conservatives are often called the silent majority. Let’s keep it that way and let our morals and values do the talking for us.

Romans 12: 14 Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not. 15 Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep. 16 Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits. 17 Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

18 If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men. 19 Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. 20 Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. 21 Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

I am in no way perfect but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t strive for perfection.

Letter to the Editor

To the Editor:

This goes against everything I normally use communication for, but I’m going to jump on my soapbox for a minute. This is something I’m very passionate about, and I wholeheartedly believe everything I’m about to say. Some may disagree with me, but that’s okay.

I believe we need to totally reevaluate our view on youth sports in America today. In my mind, athletics should teach our youth valuable life lessons in hard work, teamwork, and character. It should give them a foundation in these areas to build on for the rest of their lives.

I believe, at this point in time, that unruly adults are totally ruining youth sports in this country. It’s the adults that are treating each game like it’s the Super Bowl or Game 7 of the World Series. It’s the adults that are the reason we can’t find anyone who wants to officiate a youth sporting event anymore.

It’s the adults who suck all the fun out of it for the kids, and for the Volunteers who put countless hours of their own time into it for the kids. It absolutely baffles me that grown adults will scream, cuss and threaten violence on a youth athletic field because they don’t agree with a call. This only teaches the kids that it’s OK to act like this when something doesn’t go their way in life.

Please remember the next time you go to a youth sporting event of any kind that it’s not about you as an adult, it’s about shaping the next generation of this country.

Thank you to everyone who positively contributes in any way, you are very much appreciated.

Sincerely, Josh Seiler

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It’s not the World Series

Jo An E. Niehaus, age 90, of Evansville peacefully passed away on October 29, 2022, surrounded by her loving family.

Jo An grew up in Marrs Township in Posey County where she attended a oneroom schoolhouse. She graduated from Reitz High School in 1949 and continued her education at Lockyear’s Business College. Her first job was working for the Vanderburgh Parks and Rec-

James Marion Crowder of Cynthiana, passed away from this life on Friday, October 21, 2022, at the Linda White Hospice in Evansville, Ind., at the age of 93. He was born on July 4, 1929, in Norfolk Va.

Those left to cherish his memories include his wife Darla Crowder, eight children Keith Crowder, Bruce Crowder, Robin Crowder wife Linda, Kenny Whoberry wife Barb, Linda Hensley husband Dana, Gary Wilson wife Patti, Terry Wilson wife Vickie, Steve Wilson wife Sherry one sister Sissy Coleman, numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren along with numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents James Lawrence Crowder Viola James Crowder, two brothers Kenny Crowder, and Donald Crowder.

James Marion Crowder graduated high school and went on into the United States Army during the Korean War time period. He served his country with the most pride. He loved his country. He is a member of the VFW and American Legion 7th Army Division 1951 - 1953 and, AMVETS. He attended the Bethlehem Baptist Church in Owensville, Ind. He loved his family very much. He loved NASCAR, hunting,

reation Department, and she never stopped working until she retired at age 85.

She married Charles “Pud” Niehaus in 1957, and they enjoyed almost 50 years of marriage until Pud’s passing in 2006. They met at the skating rink and could waltz and jitterbug on their roller skates. They enjoyed taking their grandkids camping and going on drives to look for deer; they never missed their kids’ and grandkids’ softball games and other achievements.

Jo An lived a life full of faith, family and service to all living creatures. She was a lifelong member of Salem United Church of Christ –Heusler where she served as the church secretary for many years. She produced Sunday bulletins with a manual typewriter and mimeograph machine until the electronic typewriter and later the computer were invented. She be-

gan teaching Sunday School at seventeen, and was renown for her Vacation Bible School crafts. She made the brownies for Salem’s fall festival booth and the cornbread for Salem’s sausage supper and helped whenever and wherever needed.

As a child she had a knack for rescuing abandoned baby animals and nursing them back to health. She had pet squirrels, foxes, raccoons, rabbits, possums, and even a skunk. Jo An loved her horses and ponies too, and she always had cats and dogs by her side. Her caretaking spirit was evident throughout her life.

In her career she was known for her hardworking and tireless commitment to getting things done well and with kindness. Whether that was helping her father run “Al’s Place”, a country store, gas station and mechanic’s garage in Posey County or working for H&R Block in their quality control office

and tax preparation, Jo An performed her duties with great care for her customers and clients. She worked for H&R Block for over 40 years and retired at age 85. Much like her job as church secretary, she went from learning the tax code and writing taxes manually to becoming an expert at preparing taxes on the computer.

She was an artist at heart. She loved to paint and create crafts, refinish antique furniture, make wooden puzzles with her scroll saw, and wood carve. In her later years, she began crocheting/ looming hundreds of hats for Chemo Buddies Stitchers. Most importantly, she passed those artistic talents to her grandchildren. She played softball well into her 60’s, where she played on the team with her sister Betty, nieces, and daughters. Jo An could always be counted on for a base hit down third base line. She enjoyed golfing and bowling, winning many

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medals at the Senior Olympics. She was a woman of many talents!

There was nothing more important to Jo An than her family. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles Niehaus and her parents Al and Marie Grebe, her sister and brother-in-law, Betty and Wilton Rueger, and her brother Albert ”Bud” Grebe. She is survived by her sisters Judy Grebe (Harold Dillworth) and Bonnie (Bill) Frost, her sisters-in-law Ruby Grebe and Betty Jo Patton, her daughters Tami (Larry “Brain”) Collins and Beth (Ron) Folz, grandchildren Laticia (Nick) Wigand, Britni (Troy) Teeters, Justin (Meagan) Collins, Christopher Folz, Joseph (Tiffany) Folz and Marie Folz, her greatgrandchildren Elise and Endy Collins, Leo, Pete and Eleanor Wigand, Omelia and Oliver Teeters and Louis, Beck, Oscar and Floyd Collins (with number 12 great-grandchild on the way), her nieces

and nephews Angie Grebe, Terri (Dan) Riddle, Debbie Wells, Kim (Rick Brooks), Denny Patton, Susan (Dennis) Blackburn and Ronnie (Tracy) Patton and numerous great nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank family friend Celesta Gostley for the kind caretaking she provided Jo An during her last months of life and the staff of Heritage Hospice for their care in the last week. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Salem Church – Heusler Memorial Fund or Habitat for Humanity of Evansville.

A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 10:30 a.m., at Salem Church – Heusler, 11325 East Old Lower Mount Vernon Road, Evansville, IN 47712 officiated by Pastor Al Schmitz. Friends may visit Friday 3 until 7 p.m., at Alexander West Chapel and Saturday from 9:30 until 10:30 a.m., at the church.

and fishing, was his thing. Traveling to Florida with a travel trailer he and his wife would stay there six months at a time. IU Basketball was his favorite team. He loved to dance and enjoy life. He lived life with excitement and will be deeply missed by all.

Graveside services celebrating life of James Marion Crowder will be held at 1 p.m., on Sunday, November 6, 2022, at the Liberty Cemetery in Cynthiana, Ind. Officiating will be Pastor John Matsel. Following the service there will be a gathering of family and friends at the Community Center in Cynthiana.

Memorials may be made to the VFW or American Legion in honor of James Crowder.

Online memories may be made at www.holderfunrealhome.com. Holder Funeral Home is privileged and honored to entrusted and care of James and his family.

Beverly J. (Smart) Wiltshire, 81, of Mount Vernon, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, October 29, 2022, with her family by her side. She was born on August 8, 1941, the daughter of Victor and Mildred (Alvey) Smart. She married her love, Jerry Wiltshire, at Calvary Temple Church on May 22, 1960, and they spent over 62 wonderful years together.

Beverly worked at Wesselmans, Mount Vernon Coal Transfer, as an executive secretary for Bristol Myers, and at Hallmark in Mount Vernon as a manager. She also enjoyed sewing, reading Christian books, and camping with her family. Her and Jerry’s love for the Lord was evident in the many things they did. They were one of the founding families of Harvestime Temple in Mount Vernon. She served as a Sunday School teacher and was very involved in Christian education. Above all else she loved being with her family she so much adored.

She is survived by her husband, Jerry; daughters, Rita (Danny) Moss and Sherry (Bryan) Vanpatten; grandchildren, Ashley (Jordan) Synder, Ryan (Kayla) Meredith, Sarah Smith, Au-

Phyllis was a 1959 graduate of Reitz High School. She was dedicated to her faith and was a very active member of Saint Matthew Catholic Church. Phyllis was very involved with the Saint Vincent De Paul Society. She was honored to be a member of the Brute Society, recognizing her service to her church community. Phyllis was a professional volunteer and an active member of her community.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Laura Friedman (Griffin) Schweiger;

stepfather, Herman B. Schweiger; husband of 31 years, Oliver “Ossie” Alspaugh; son-in-law, Joseph Schnell; brothers, Bobby, Billy and Donnie Garrison.

She is survived by her daughters, Jennifer Kempf (Mike) and Annette Schnell; grandchildren, Paul Kempf and Jessica Snyder; greatgranddaughter, Riley Snyder; brother, Arthur “Butch” Garrison; several nieces and nephews.

Memorial mass will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, November 3, 2022 at Saint Matthew Catholic Church, 421 Mulberry Street, Mount Vernon, Ind., with a private burial to be held at a later

date. Visitation will be held from 3 until 7 p.m., on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main Street, Mount Vernon, Ind., and from 10 until 11 a.m., service time on Thursday at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Saint Vincent De Paul Society, 809 North Lafayette Avenue, Evansville, IN 47711 or Saint Matthew Catholic Church, 421 Mulberry Street, Mount Vernon, IN 47620.

Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com.

Doris Jean Bullock

Doris Jean Bullock of Wadesville, Ind., entered into eternal life with God on Monday, October 24, 2022 at the age of 89. Doris was born on October 3, 1933, to the late Burble and Gaynelle Reed in Reed, Ky.

A funeral service was held at 1 p.m., on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at the Denning Family Funeral Home in Mount Vernon, with Rev. Eddie Carroll officiating. Visitation took place from 10 a.m., until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be left to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be left at denningfamilyfuneralhome.com.

She was a loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother. Doris attended FJ Reitz High School and worked for Whirlpool and Hillside Gardens. She enjoyed spending time with friends and family from the sidelines at the race track. She loved unconditionally, with a zest for life that made her smile and laughter contagious. She was overjoyed with pride when it came to telling stories of her family. It was her strong-will and determination that allowed her to battle until the end of her time here on earth.

Doris was proceeded in death by her husband of 59 years, Donald “Snooky” Bullock, daughter, Donna Schmitt, son, Rodney Bullock, sister, Freida “Faye” Bitter, and Grandparents Mary Ruth “Mah” and Wynn Reed.

Doris is survived by sons; Michael Bullock (Carla) and Malcolm “Max” Bullock (Cathy) both of Wadesville; grandchildren, Mickey (Erika) Bullock, Whitney Bullock, Natalie Bullock, Nicole (Bobby) Ausbrooks, Kane

Schmitt and Krystal (Eric) Hinderliter; great grandchildren, Hudson, Hank, Hunter, Devon, Kara, Avery, Ty, and soon to arrive “Baby” Bullock. She will be forever loved and deeply missed by all.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at Alexander West Funeral Home at 2100 West Illinois Street. Prayer services will begin at noon and friends may visit from 10 a.m., to service time on Wednesday. Burial at Alexander Memorial Park Cemetery directly following.

The family would like to send special thanks to those at The Heritage Center for the end of life care they provided.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Condolences may be offered at www.AlexanderWestChapel.com.

Phyllis Ann (Garrison) Alspaugh, 82, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away October 29, 2022 at Deaconess Midtown. She was born Au-

Phyllis Ann Alspaugh

bree Vanpatten, and Logan Vanpatten; great-grandchildren, Isabelle Synder and Canie Smith; stepsiblings, Rolin Killion, Lois June, and Jo Elaine Downen; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Stuart Smart and Victor Smart.

Beverly J. Wiltshire

James Marion Crowder

Jo Ann E. Niehaus

Richard J. Nurrenbern

Richard J. Nurrenbern, 66, of Mount Vernon, passed away on Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at his home.

Rick was born on January 9, 1956 in Evansville to the late Ralph and Agnes (Hildenbrand) Nurrenbern. He worked as a technician for General Electric/SABIC; enjoyed boating and helping on the family farm.

Surviving Rick are a sister, Mary Ann McGennis; brothers and sisters-in-law, Ron and Reatha Nurrenbern, Mike and Connie Nurrenbern and Tom and Cindy Nurrenbern, as well as many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Rick was preceded in death by a brother, Gerald Nurrenbern and brother and sisterin-law, Daniel and Susie Nurrenbern.

There was a gathering to

celebrate Rick’s life held on Saturday, October 29, 2022 from 1 until 4 p.m., at Pierre Funeral Home, 2601 West Franklin Street.

Contributions in memory of Rick may be made to your favorite charity.

Condolences may be made online at www.pierrefuneralhome.com.

Alberta Marie Alldredge, 81, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away October 25, 2022 at Mount Vernon Nursing and Rehab. She was born October 20, 1941 in Troy, Ind., to the late Floyd and Emogene (Tolley) Palmer.

Alberta had worked at the Alexandrian Public Library and Pioneer Hybrid Seeds. She enjoyed spending time with her dogs, liked to go fishing and care for her rose garden. Alberta also enjoyed going to Dean’s Restaurant.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Norman Palmer; and sisters, Muriel Robison and Mary Swain.

She is survived by her daughters, Georgia Reese (Bill) and Sherry Gross (Keith); granddaughters, Valarie Gross, Toni Dowler (Bryan) and Danielle Gross; and several great-grandchildren.

Visitation was held from

11 a.m. until 1 p.m., on Friday, October 28, 2022 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main Street, Mount Vernon, Ind., burial followed in Maple Hill Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation, 1355 Peachtree Street North East, Suite 600, Atlanta, GA 30309.

Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com.

Arbor Day Proclamation

Above: On Sunday afternoon in New Harmony National Arbor Day was celebrated with the placement of this Scarlet Oak in Murphy Park. This year marks the 20th year that the town of New Harmony has been honored with the title ‘Tree City.’ Pictured are, l to r: David Vonderscher, Roger Wade and Jill Garcia. Not pictured is Virginia Alsop who read a proclamation signed by Town Council President Alvin Blaylock.

Willard (Will) Edward Irvin, 82, passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2022, at Linda E. White Hospice Home. He was born on February 20, 1940, in New Harmony, Ind., to the late James and Emily (Reed) Irvin.

He retired from General Electric in 2001. Willard enjoyed fishing and gardening. He also liked camping and him and Vonda took the grandkids many times making many memories with them. In his later years, he loved spending time at his cabin on Harrisburg Lake in Ill.

He is preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Shirley Essary and Bevel Sue Sorter; brother, Jimmy Irvin.

Willard is survived by his wife of 63 years, Vonda (Miller) Irvin; sons, Kirt (Kathy) Irvin of New Harmony, Kevin (Nikki) Irvin of Evansville, Kip (Shayne) Irvin of Vincennes, Kyle (Laura) Irvin of Mount Vernon; grandchildren, Cody (Katelin) Irvin, Hunter (Ash-

WHEREAS, In 1872, J. Sterling Morton proposed to the Nebraska Board of Agriculture that a special day be set aside for the planting of trees, and that this special day be called Arbor Day.

WHEREAS, Arbor Day is now observed throughout the nation and the world and in New Harmony Arbor Day is celebrated in Murphy Park on the fifth Sunday in October.

WHEREAS, The best friend of man on earth is a tree and when we use trees respectfully and economically we have one of the greatest resources on our planet.

Birthdays

November 3 - Bryce Koester, Mike Armstrong, Steve Goodwin, Mark Brown, Joe Spanner, Susan Scarafia, Gayla S. Werry, Karla Eifert, Charlie Smith, Darvin Barnes, Diann Uhde, John Keitel

November 4 - Andy Keck, Mary Dickhart, Sue Murphy, Cindy Polage

November 5 - Kyle William Whitmore, Mark Salisbury, Sam Miller, Olabelle Straw Gouldman, Terry Ricketts, Fran Wood, Gary Stallings

November 6 - Andy P. Cox, Michael Harris, Diane Spradley, April Elizabeth Butler, Frances

National and Local News 100 Years Ago

McFaddin, Wendy Everly, Linda Fetcher

November 7 - Docey Lewis, Lisa K. Cox, Sarianne Williams, Meghann Funk

If you have a name to be included, please send to: Posey County News, P.O. Box 397, New Harmony, IN 47631, or email: news@poseycountynews.com.

WHEREAS, Trees are able to clean the air we breathe, the water we drink, reduce utility bills, and beautify our commu-

ley) Irvin, Colton Irvin, Ryan (Rachelle) Irvin, Brant Irvin, Brianne Irvin, Joseph Irvin, Shane (Amber) Irvin, Jarrin Goodwin, Jamie (Ryan) Little, Tyler (Maggie) Gebhardt, Chad Irvin, and Terra (Brad) Johnson; eight greatgrandchildren; and many nieces and nephews

A celebration of Willard’s life will be held at a later date. Denning Family Funeral Home in Mount Vernon is overseeing the arrangements. Online condolence may be left at denningfamilyfuneralhome.com.

nity.

WHEREAS, The best time to plant a tree is twenty years ago and the next best time to plant a tree is now.

WHEREAS, The 2022 Arbor Day tree to be planted in Murphy Park is the Maple Sun Valley.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Alvin Blaylock, President of the Town Council of New Harmony, do hereby proclaim Sunday, October 30, 2022 as Arbor Day and I urge all citizens to celebrate Arbor Day in Murphy Park on Sunday and to support efforts to protect our trees.

DATED THIS 18 day of October, 2022. Alvin Blaylock

President, New Harmony Town Council

Your news is always welcome here!

Please email: news@poseycountynews.com or call 812-682-3950

Note: News in this issue includes: Premium winners of Home Products Show, a special day for Confirmation, a 1922 Halloween party, short news briefs, sports, many news briefs and personals.

Premium Winners Of Home Products Show - The Home Products Show conducted under the auspices of the vocational agricultural students of the Senior High School received a great deal of praise from visitors and participants of the show. The exhibit held in the Peoples’ Bank & Trust Company last Saturday and Sunday included corn, small grains, fruits, vegetables and home economic products. The Winners: Wyman Wallace - won first prize in the Corn Club and William Holler won first prize in the potato exhibitBest ten ears of yellow dent corn, Roy Blackburn; Champion single yellow ear of the show, Henry Witt; Best white

corn, Raleigh Williams; Best mixed corn, Roy Utley; Best hominy corn, Louis Allen, Potatoes, First place, W. Holler; Second place, Carl Wheat; Third place, Richard Barter; Best peck of wheat, Buford Blackburn; Best peck of oats, Herman Wallace; Largest pumpkin, Dale Tennison; Best peck of clover seed, Spencer Ludlow; Best tray of apples, Carl Weilbrenner; Best plate of apples, Adam Seibert; Best exhibit of vegetables, Fannie Obendorfer; Best canning exhibit, Senior High School; Best glass of jelly, Mrs. S.T. Booth; Best loaf of bread, Fanny Obendorfer; Best home-made candy, Mrs. Wilfred Phillips; Best homeeconomics display, Senior High School.

Saint Matthews Church - Class Of Seventy-Eight Confirmed - Father Bauer of Saint Matthews, along with several visiting priests and chaplains, Confirmed

seventy-eight candidates in a special service last Thursday morning. Among those confirmed in the church were: Carl and Louise Weilbrenner, Louis, Paul, and Caroline Kaffenberger, Mark, Edward, and Edna Kost, Carl and Robert Schenk, Robert and Genevieve Moll, Elizabeth Vaal, Mary Hoehn, Bertha Dick, and Ana Pfister.

A Big Halloween Party - The children of the Upton Community were pleasantly entertained with a Halloween party at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hames Friday night. The dining room was beautifully decorated with the Halloween colors, autumn leaves and Jack-o’lanterns. The children all came masked and after being removed contests were held. Refreshments of cake, popcorn, doughnuts, and lemonade were served. The “mysterious stranger” then appeared and told an interesting story, after which all

departed for their homes. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. W. Lupton, Mr. and Mrs. E. Miller, Mr. and Mrs. M. Denbo, Mrs. Charles Broadhead, Mr. and Mrs. H. Jeffries; Children: Misses Bonnie Whipple, Lola, Bess, Katherine and Georgia Jeffries, Belle, Grace, and Edna Hedges, Jesse and Lillian Lupton, Evelyn Broadhead, Elmo Whipple, Loretta Miller, Mary Wiles, Betty Downen, Frances Denbo, Louise Bray, Mary Victoria Downen, Phyllis and Ruby Alldredge, Frances Carroll; Messrs. Story Hedges, Todd Welborn, Elijah, Dave, and Clint Downen, Vernon, Herdis, and Lee Barnell, Marion Alldredge, Claremont, George, and John Carroll, and Harold Stallings.

Four Very Short News Briefs - Ford Drops Prices - According to a statement issued from Edsel Ford a general reduction of $50 a car has been made in Model T cars and one-ton trucks effective October 17. Runs Nail In Foot - While walking in the rear yard at her home Tuesday morning, Mrs. Matt Nelson stepped onto an eight-penny nail pro-

truding through a board, running the nail entirely through her right foot. She is now recovering nicely. Gentil With Wade - Following his resignation as sales manager of the Smoke Well Cigar Company, Gus Gentile accepted a position as a representative of the Wade Insurance Company. Eagles Fair - Announcement regarding the Big Fair to be given at their home on Water Street, between Main and College, has been made by the various committees in charge. Enough beautiful quilts, comforts, spreads, blankets, etc., have been promised to the committee who will offer them for sale during fair week.

Sports The First Historic Game On Mount Vernon’s First Athletic Field - The Mount Vernon High School football team baptized the new athletic field in the proper manner Saturday afternoon when they out-played and out-gamed the Reitz football team of Evansville, but were unable to push over enough markers to win and the game ended in a 13 to 13 tie. Never in the memory of local football fans has a team put up a gam-

er fight than the locals did Saturday. Time after time, the team slashed off some scintillating (brilliant) plays that made their followers forget the disastrous times they had the past two years. The team played a bang up, smashing game. Kelley was a consistent ground gainer and Wade did his part as punter. Baldwin displayed good generalship as quarterback. Scheller on the right end was in the game from start to finish, breaking up plays and tackling deadly. Lowenhaupt, Wallace, Stein, Carr, and Wade formed a stone wall defense. Also playing well were Collins, Rowe, and Starken. Memories of past losses are gone now, and all are proud of the team.

News Briefs And Personals - Births - Born to Mr. and Mrs. Noelle, a son, Paul Edward. Born yesterday morning to Mr. and Mrs. Chris Knopp, a ten-pound son. Sick List - Mrs. E.E. Dawson is able to be up after several weeks’ illness. Visits To The City - Mike Roos, one of our oldest subscribers, spent Monday in the city and while here gave us a call. Fred Boberg transacted business in this city Friday. Stephen Folz transacted business in the city Wednesday. Mrs. Dora Brandt and daughter, Miss Etta of Carmi, visited relatives here Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Menikheim were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Duckworth.

Marriage Licenses - John Fuelling and Mrs. Jamie Fuelling; Edward Hein and Lena Johnson; Frank Martin and Maude Taylor.

News From 125 Years Ago, November 1 1897 A Sad Story - The triplets born to Mrs. Scherretz of Point, died a few hours after their birth. Mother is doing fine. Henry Rheinhardt and William and Henry Orth were thrown from their springwagon and painfully injured. A “chuck hole” caused the accident. Marriage Licenses - William Bell and Nellie Wilkerson; Phil Stallman and Josephine Hoehn; Peter Lang and Anna Roedel; W.M. Montgomery and Della Endicott; Edwin Page and Alice Black; Henry Meier and Mary Ehrhardt.

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News From The Western Star, November 1, 1922 - Mount Vernon

November 1 - Rick Gooden, Keri Duckworth, Onnie Flowers, Bonnie Simms, Janice Tomlinson, Serena Limp, Ed Short, Lucas Weinzapfel, Reverend Stephan Angel

November 2 - Geneva Hall,

Marc E. Hawley, Jenifer Garrett, Emma Jennings, Teeny Mayo, Richard Lange, Denise Rapp, Varbi Galvin

Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Alberta Marie Alldredge

Willard Edward Irvin

November 1 at 10:30 a.m. - Preschool Story Time - There will be stories and rhymes and activities. Registration for children ages 3 to 5 is required and begins October 3. If the registration is full, please join the waiting list.

November 2 at 6 p.m. - Wander the World - Wander the World, an armchair travel and culture series hosted by Marissa and Joan. This month we “visit” Nepal. Come on in and have fun and learn something about this fascinating country.

November 3, 10 and 17 at 10 a.m. - Adult Drawing and Watercolor Workshop - This free series is for anyone wishing to learn or perfect skills in drawing or watercolor. If you have questions or would like to take part call 812-838-3286. Must provide your own art supplies for this program.

October 27 and November 3, 10 and 17 at 3:30 p.m. - Laughs and Crafts - There will be jokes, activities, stories, and a craft. Registration for students going into kindergarten to fifth grade will be required and begins October 3. If the registration is full, please join the waiting list.

November 4 at 10 a.m. - Coffee and (Bingo) Cards - Join us for BINGO. Winners will receive fun prizes. This program is free.

November 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 9:30 a.m. - Baby/Toddler Story Time - There will be a story, songs, rhymes, and bubbles Registration for children 0 to 36 months is required and begins October 3. If registration is full, please join the waiting list.

November 8 at 3:30 p.m. - Anime Club -

This week’s Viking Pride features senior Tad Jones. Tad is a member of the band and plays a key role in adding community spirit during games and other events. The band, directed by Mr. Benjamin Waldon, has done a great job with their performances this year. Here is more about Tad:

Tell me about yourself.

I’m 17 years old, and I have a passion for technology and the fine arts. I started a comedy sketch YouTube channel in sixth grade that eventually led to me releasing my first rap EP late in seventh grade. I also built a computer in mid-eighth grade.

How long have you been in the activity?

This is going to be my sixth year in the band.

Tell me about your role, responsibilities, and/or involvement in this activity.

I play baritone, which sounds similar to a trombone but looks more like a miniature tuba. As a senior, my job is to set a good example for the underclassmen, especially my fellow low brass players. What do you enjoy most about the activity?

In eighth grade, the two week-long 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. band camp days, the threehour practices twice a week, and experiencing the fun of the marching competitions/ bus trips led me to making countless friendships that positively impacted my mental health—even to this day. Unfortunately, due to COVID, I only got to experience one full-on marching band season, but upcoming marchers have a lot to look forward

For grades six-12. Come hang out, watch and discuss manga and anime, do some crafts, and have some Japanese snacks. If you can’t make it right at 3:30 p.m., it’s okay. Join us whenever and hang out as long as you want. No registration needed.

November 8 at 6 p.m. - Novels at Night - Join us for a discussion of “In Love” by Amy Bloom at Tequilla’s. Walk-ins always welcome.

November 9 at 3:30 p.m. - LEGO Club - A program for boys and girls who love Legos. We supply the bricks; you supply the creativity. For grades K-5. Registration is required and begins on October 26. Come and create projects that will be displayed with your friends in the Ohio and Wabash rooms of the Library.

November 9 at 6 p.m. - Coffee & (Bingo) Cards-evening edition! - Winners will receive fun prizes. This program is free. Teens are welcome. We will be in the Ohio and Wabash Meeting Rooms.

November 10 at 10 a.m. - Christmas Craft for Adults - Join us as we make some felt candle ornaments for an old fashioned Christmas tree. Registration begins October 27. We will be in the Wabash Meeting Room.

November 16 at 6 p.m. - Under the Covers: A Romance Book Club - Join us every third Wednesday for fun conversation about your favorite Romance books. This month our conversation will be about “Love and Other Words” by Christina Lauren. Look for us in the Ohio Room.

Viking Pride

to—it’s well worth the sore arms and sunburns.

What keeps you interested and involved in your

free time?

I produce, write, record, and engineer my own music under the pseudonym Chaotick.

What advice would you share with younger elementary or middle school students?

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or the community?

activity?

Even if you join the band as a senior, if you are willing to embrace the weird and often over-the-top personalities of your bandmates, you gradually start to feel like it’s less of a class with a bunch of other people and more like a class that you happily spend with a second-family.

What other activities are you involved in?

I’ve been in band for six years, theater for six years, pep band for five years, men’s chorus for five years, and choir for three years. Also, this is my first year participating in Broadcasting.

Tell me about your family.

I have two brothers and several step-siblings, all of whom are older than me. My stepdad has worked at Berry for multiple decades. My mom was a nurse until her office’s main doctor retired, but she has a long history in choir and general performing arts.

What do you enjoy doing (out-of-school activities and/or for fun) during your

Good things come to those who wait. It’s impossible to always win, and it may seem like you keep failing—but remember: failure will likely disappoint you, but that sorrow can be transformed into motivation to improve. Do what you know now. You’ll get better eventually, I promise. If no one else, I believe in you…you should too.

What is a fun fact about you that people may not know?

I have a red birthmark on my arm that looks like a weird smiley face and a giant brown birthmark on my hip that kinda looks like a bird.

What is your favorite quote and why?

“You can do anything you set your mind to.” I used to think that quote was generic, but I eventually grew to understand it. When you’re at your lowest, you don’t have to get better tomorrow, next week, or next month—but if you find something that makes you believe it will be okay eventually, you’ll feel significantly better right now.

It is clear that Tad sets a great example for turning a passion into a major hobby of joy! Tad works hard at what he does and uses it to convey positivity. Great job to Tad and his fellow bandmates for all they have done for the Posey County Community.

Welcome to the Weekly Wildcat where we highlight a Mount Vernon High School student and their involvement in both their school and community. Aidan Paul is a junior and a member of the varsity soccer team. He also participates in MVHS theater.

Tell me about yourself

My name is Aidan Paul, and I am 16. I am a junior at Mount Vernon High School.

Tell me about your family

I live at home with my brother and my parents. My brother, Rylan Paul, is a senior at the high school. My dad is an engineer and my mom stays home. I have a sister who graduated three years ago and goes to the University of Notre Dame. She is currently studying abroad in London.

What is a fun fact about you that many people don’t know?

I don’t like onions. I don’t like them on a burger, I don’t like them in a taco, I just don’t like them.

What is your part in the play?

For the current school play, Clue, I play Wadsworth, the butler. I am the main character and I am hilarious. Everyone should come see me and the rest of the cast perform in November.

Why did you try out for the play?

I auditioned for Clue because I love acting. Nothing matches the feeling of performing for a crowd.

What words do you live by?

I live by my favorite insult, “wisdom has been chasing you, but you have always been faster.”

What is a funny or favorite memory that relates to your involvement at school

My favorite memory was after the last school musical, Chicago. Me and the cast, which was all of my closest friends, finished the last show with a beautiful performance and we were all drained from a performance heavy week. Running off the stage to go greet people in the foyer brought the most overwhelming rush of emotions from sadness to happiness to relief. It was a beautiful moment and it holds a special place in my heart as did all of that show.

What do you enjoy doing (out of school activities and/or for fun) during your free time?

In my free time, I enjoy theater. I do shows for both the school and outside the school. I love any kind of performance. I also enjoy soccer. Playing soccer with my team is great.

What advice would you share with younger elementary or middle school students?

Enjoy school. It is a great place to meet people and hang out all day. Don’t let school stress you out, it’s important and you want to try, but part of the experience is the enjoyment.

What plans do you have for the future?

I’m going to be famous. I am going to be an actor or a comedian and I will be the most famous person ever. It’ll be great. I want to be the best performer in the world.

Aidan is very passionate about acting. He and his cast members have worked very hard on perfecting the play for everyone to watch. They all hope you can come catch a show on November 10-12 at 7 p.m., or November 12 at 2 p.m.

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The Alexandrian Public Library recently donated over twenty no-sew fleece blankets to NewLife Rescue & Adoption. The blankets were made by patrons of all ages at a library program held September 15. Shown are (l to r)

representatives

Reid and

Stauber, and Alexandrian Public Library Director Marissa Priddis.

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Three-year-old Emerson Alsop and sister five-year-old Addison Alsop seem to enjoy their Spaghetti at the annual New Harmony Kiwanis Supper held Friday evening at Holy Angels Community Center. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

WVFD helps business celebrate Fire Prevention Week

Wadesville Volunteer Fire Department is teaming up with State Farm and the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Fire Won’t Wait. Plan Your Escape. .” This year’s campaign, October 9-15, works to educate everyone about simple but important steps they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe.

“Today’s homes burn faster than ever. In a typical home fire, you may have as little as two minutes (or even less time) to safely escape from the time the smoke alarm sounds. Your ability to get out depends on early warning from working smoke alarms and advance planning,” said Lorraine Carli, vice president of the Outreach and Advocacy division at NFPA.

Local State Farm agent Amy Higgs encourages all residents to actively support this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign by developing and practicing a home escape plan with all members of their household.

Higgs recently donated a Fire Prevention Week kit to the fire department, which includes activities and information for children and adults,

providing age-appropriate messages about home fire safety and prevention. “Fire safety education isn’t just for school children. Fire presents real risk to all of us, making it important for every member of the community to take these messages seriously and put them into action,” said Higgs.

“Keeping people safe is a large part of the State Farm heritage and who we are today.”

Additional Information:

• State Farm encourages homeowners to make fire prevention an important part of their overall home safety plan.

• Make sure your home escape plan meets the needs of all your family members, including those with sensory or physical disabilities.

• Smoke alarms should be installed inside every sleeping room, outside each separate sleeping area, and on every level of your home. Smoke alarms should be interconnected so when one sounds, they all sound.

• Know at least two ways out of every room, if possible. Make sure all doors and windows open easily.

• Have an outside meeting place a safe distance from your home where

Posey County FSA Deadline Producers are reminded to come into the Posey County FSA Office between November 1 and November 15, to file a CCC-576 form if they have prevented planted wheat. Seed and chemical receipts are required. If you have planted wheat you have till December 15, to report it. Planting dates are required. Also please remember to certify your cover crops as soon as possible. Please contact the Posey County FSA Office at (812) 838-4191, ext. 2 to set up an appointment. Please contact the Posey County FSA Office if you have any questions.

Immanuel UCC Gratitude and Grace Immanuel United Church of Christ, 5812 Ford Road North, in Mount Vernon will host a devotional study on gratitude and grace with an introduction to journaling. The study will be held Wednesday, November 2, at 1 p.m. in the church fellowship hall. It will be co-led by Pastor Elizabeth Baer and Pam Robinson. Journals will be provided while supplies last along with light refreshments. The public is invited to attend. Please RSVP at 812-985-3115 and leave your message.

Saint Philip Ladies Club Jingle All The Way Card Party

The Saint Philip Ladies Club is sponsoring the Jingle All The Way Card Party on Wednesday November 2, 2022 in the Saint Philip Gymnasium beginning at 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. There will be chances on a multicolored quilt called “Christmas Gifts,” a Special Raffle, Chinese Auction, Half Pot Raffle. Also there will be a Tasting Table featuring desserts, appetizers and entrees. Kitchen fare will include chicken salad and ham salad sandwiches, breadsticks, veggies fruit and soft drinks. For more information call Sue 812-618-6088.

Longaberger Basket Bingo is back Join us on Thursday, November 3, because we are bringing back the Longenberger Basket

everyone should meet.

• Consulting with your local fire department on an appropriate fire extinguisher for your home can help protect your family in the event of a fire.

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Bingo to benefit Gateway for Cancer Research. Doors open at 5 p.m. Please help me spread the word. For those wanting to purchase a basket in memory of a loved one or in honor of a cancer survivor, Longaberger baskets will be available for purchase from Bobette Marshall at 812-3055693. We can pick out a basket for you. If you have already purchased a basket for the event let me know and I can meet up with you to get the basket.

Bridges of Hope Annual Fair Trade Christmas Event

Bridges of Hope’s Annual Fair Trade Christmas event will be held Saturday, November 5, 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. in Wesley Hall at First United Methodist Church Mount Vernon. Lunch will be available/served by UMW from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m..

Poseyville Christian Church Chowder

Poseyville Christian Church Chowder is back. Saturday, November 5, carry out will begin at noon. Buckets are available. Hope to see you there.

Mount Vernon Community Church - Black’s Chapel Chicken Supper

Mount Vernon Community Church - Black’s Chapel UMC will be hosting their annual Chicken Supper on Saturday, November 5, from 4 - 7 p.m.

Dinners include chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, chicken and dumplings, dressing, slaw and dessert. Adult - $14, Children 10 and under - $7.

A Country Store will be available with baked goods, candy, crafts and more.

NP Softball Mattress Fundraiser

Come buy a new mattress or sheets on Sunday November 6 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m., at the High School Aux gym, staff, military, healthcare, hero (EMT fire, police) get a 10 percent discount on mattresses, we will have name

• Smoke detector placement and safety

• Protect your home against common causes of house fires Practice your home fire drill at least twice a year with everyone in

brand beds that all have a 10 year warranty on them, we will also have sheets, pillows, bean bag chairs/beds, as well.

“Clue” presented by Fine Arts Academy of Mount Vernon High School

Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery. The tale begins at a remote mansion, where six mysterious guests assemble for an unusual dinner party where murder and blackmail are on the menu. Performances will be November 10 through the 12 at 7 p.m., with a matinee on Saturday, November 12, at 2 p.m. Tickets are adults $10, students $5. Tickets may be purchased at the door. For advance purchase please contact Mr. Baker at the MVHS 812-838-4356.

Immanuel UCC Community Movie Night

Immanuel UCC, 5812 Ford Road North, in Mount Vernon will host a community movie night on Saturday, November 12 starting at 6:30. This is a free event. Come enjoy a movie and popcorn.

Mount Vernon Ministerial Association Community Thanksgiving Service

The Mount Vernon Ministerial Association will be holding its yearly Community Thanksgiving Service, November 20, at 5 p.m. It will be held this year at Saint John’s Episcopal Church on the corner of Sixth and Mulberry in Mount Vernon. A Community Choir is being organized to assist with the music for this service. Two choir rehearsals will be held on Sunday afternoons, November 6 and 13. Both choir rehearsals will begin at 3 p.m., at Saint John’s. Please plan to attend at least one of the two rehearsals at your convenience, and both if possible. A final rehearsal will be held at 4 p.m., on November 20, prior to the start of the service. We invite all singers from Posey County to sing in this community service.

the household, including guests. Practice at least once during the day and at night. For more information about Fire Prevention Week and this year’s theme, “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape.,” visit www.fpw.org.

Keck-Gonnerman Sunday Social

Keck-Gonnerman is having their Sunday Social on Sunday, November 6, 2022. They are serving a chicken dinner with all the trimmings for $8. Doors open at 3 p.m., with dinner at 4:30 p.m. Call Larry to make your reservations 812457-8158. Bring your family and come join.

Saint Peter’s UMC Woman’s Annual Christmas Auction

Saint Peter’s Women’s annual Christmas auction is Sunday, November 13, 2022 at 2 p.m., in the church basement. Lots of items to be auctioned off. Quilt, crafts, Christmas items, baked goods, etc., the proceeds finance various mission projects. Light refreshments and babysitting available.

Knights of Columbus of Corpus Christi and Saint Philip Bingo

The Knights of Columbus of Corpus Christi and Saint Philip are sponsoring a Bingo on Saturday November 19, 2022. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the Bingo begins at 6 p.m. Price of admission will be $20 for a packet of 20 games and extra packets of Bingo packets will be available for $10 each or three for $25. Hamburgers, cheeseburgers, nacho chips, pretzels, soft drinks and water will be available. License No. 148648.

Saint Wendel Golf Cart and ATV Christmas Parade

Join us for our eighth annual golf cart and ATV Christmas parade on Saturday, November 26 at 6 p.m. This event will take place at the Knights of Saint John 282 in the parking lot, cost is $10 for the driver and $5 for rider, cash only. Kids 12 and under free. Tailgate party following parade, half pot, Chinese auction, prizes, food truck(s), bonfire, music and Santa. All proceeds go to organizations and or families fighting cancer. Rain date is Sunday, November 27.

PCCF Celebrates Giving Grant

Griffin Community Ruritan Club recently received a $3,000 grant from the Posey County Community Foundation through the Celebrating 30 Years of Giving Grant Program.

In celebration of Posey County Community Foundation’s 30th Anniversary, the Celebrating 30 Years of Giving Grant Program allows advisory board members to recommend $3,000 grants to local nonprofit organizations. The Foundation’s most recent grant recommendation was made by Shelley Powell and will provide general support to Griffin Community Ruritan Club.

The Griffin Community Ruritan Club is a service organization founded in 1970 to benefit the town of Griffin and surrounding rural areas.

For more information about funding opportunities through the Posey County Community Foundation, contact Amy Smith, Regional Director of Community Engagement and Impact, at 812-838-0288 or via email at asmith@communityfoundationalliance.org.

Pictured in front JoAnn and Sid Nelson. In back, l to r: Shelley Powell, Tamara Miley, Kendra Glaser, Rosey York, Steve York, Sandy Mumford and Mike Mumford. Photo supplied

Beth Tucker, with Amy Higgs State Farm reads a story about Sparky the Fire Dog with Pam Wilson’s 2nd grade class at South Terrace Elementary School. Each student received a poster and bag filled with Fire Prevention Information to share with his/her family. Pictured front row, l to r, are: Arabella Martin, Kinslee Wenderoth, Emma Schroeder, Heidi Naab, Payton Reich, Reignah Crawford, and Amaryllis Moseley. Back row, l to r: Tobin Titzer, Jayce Schmidt, Chandler Daly, Evan Arnold, Wilson Tucker, Tucker, Owen Fehn, Kameron Brown, Elliott Kahle, and Emma Sutton. Photo supplied

Jennifer King,

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Arrests

October 11

Mikell Lindsey - Evansville - Domestic Battery, Strangulation - PCS

October 13

Daniel Cox - PoseyvilleWarrant, Domestic Battery, Invasion of Privacy - MVPD

Billy Osborne - Mount Vernon - Operating While Intoxicated - PCS

October 14

Troy Baumgardner - Louisville, Ky. - Criminal Mischief, Leaving the Scene of a Crash - PCS

Christopher RidenourAustin, Texas - Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Paraphernalia - PCS

October 15

Justin Thomason - Mount Carmel, Ill. - Warrant, civilPCS

October 16

Jason Elpers - Wadesville - —Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Resisting Law Enforcement, Escape - PCS

Kimberley McCoy - Evansville - Obstruction of Traffic, Resisting Law Enforcement, Disorderly Conduct - MVPD

October 18

Adam Deig - EvansvilleWarrant, Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (petition to revoke) - PCS

October 19

Steven Spencer - Georgetown, Ky. - Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Paraphernalia (petition to revoke) - PCS

John Bollinger - Mount Vernon - Driving While Suspended - PCS

October 20

Aden Hook - Mount Vernon - Minor in Consumption of Alcohol - MVPD

Rachael Kennett - Cynthiana - Warrant, Child Molesting x 2 - PCS

Joshua Asperger - Evansville - Driving While Suspended - MVPD

Daniel Long - EvansvilleIntimidation, Harassment - ISP Matthew Brown - GriffinPossession of Paraphernalia, Driving While Suspended, Possession of Methamphetamine - PCS

October 21

Kelsey Reynolds - Mount Vernon - Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Paraphernalia - PCS

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Katie Rodriguez - Mount Vernon - Warrant, Driving While Suspended - PCS Michelle Shelow - Owensville - Unlawful Possession of a Legend Drug, Possession of a Controlled Substance - PCS

October 22

Jonathon Miller - Carmi, Ill. - Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated - MVPD Matthew Martin - Evansville - Operating While Intoxicated - PCS Complaints

October 11

8:49 a.m. - Caller stated that he rents a building, that he has also been contracted by male subject, the owner of the building to spray the inside. Caller stated that his was only a verbal agreement and is not on paper. Caller stated that male subject did not like his time frame today and locked his equipment in the building. Caller would like to speak with an officer about getting his equipment back - Mount Vernon 12:30 p.m. - Family Fight - Caller stated that there is a family in a Chrysler minivan, dark gray in color. Caller stated that it looks like the father and son are physically fighting. Caller stated that there is a female there screaming at everyone - Broadway Avenue, Evansville 2:18 p.m. - RepossessionBlack 2013 Dodge van. Owner is not aware - Wolflin Street, Mount Vernon

7:27 p.m. - SuspiciousCaller advised a male subject running through the trailer park in a bunny costume and has been terrorizing the children in the park - Lee Drive, Mount Vernon 9:58 p.m. - Breaking and Entering - Caller advised subject was in his yard, advised subject all in dark clothing, 175 pounds, around 5’7”. Caller advised his door to his shed has been tampered with and would like an officer for report - Church Street, Poseyville October 12 11:36 a.m. - Domestic Violence - Caller advised male subject just busted her window because he was hitting it so hard - Second Street, Mount Vernon 3:19 p.m. - Theft - Caller advised weed eater and other items stolen in the last few days - Lynn Drive, Mount Ver-

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non 8:15 p.m. - Property Damage - Caller advised there is what looks to be a bullet hole in the windshield of his mother’s new car - Second Street, New Harmony 11:56 p.m. - ThreateningCaller advised that her neighbor is being loud and acting frantic. Believes she heard him cock a gun back - Springfield Road, Wadesville October 13 11:35 a.m. - Vandalism - Caller reference someone opening up the oil well and spilling oil. Items have also been stolen from site - Continental Camp Road, Griffin 12:44 p.m. - Theft - Meet with caller reference her daughter’s car broken into while in the driveway and several items stolen. Caller knows the subject that broke into the vehicle - Main Street, Cynthiana

3:46 p.m. - Theft - Advised someone has broken the gate latch on front gate and also stole items under sell tentWater Street, Mount Vernon

8:40 p.m. - Domestic Violence - Caller advised that he believes his ex-father-in-law put hands on his son - Fourth Street, Mount Vernon October 14

1:10 p.m. - Message - Caller stated that someone has taken/ made a fake Instagram page and adult entertainment page and used her picture as the profile. Caller stated that she is not able to see the content on the pages but was told by friends that it is not appropriate - Gries Road, Poseyville 8:19 p.m. - HarassmentCaller advised that her neighbor is harassing one of her tenants. Request officers - Poplar Street, Cynthiana October 15

2:33 a.m. - SuspiciousCaller saw someone prowling around house on his camera. Male subject with hoodie and jeans - Park Ridge Drive, Mount Vernon

3:37 a.m. - SuspiciousCaller advised that someone was standing on her back porch - Ninth Street, Mount Vernon

9:19 a.m. - Citizen AssistCaller is requesting officer to assist her in getting her granddaughter’s cell phone from her son. She advised he told

The Alcohol Beverage Board of Posey County, Indiana will hold a public hearing at 10:00 am on November 16, 2022 at the City Hall, 520 Main Street, 520 Main Street in the city of Mount Vernon in said county, to investigate the propriety of holding an

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- Fraternal Club RENEWAL

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KNIGHTS OF ST JOHN & AUX HOME 11714 WINERY RD Wadesville IN D/B/A KNIGHTS OF ST JOHN & AUX HOME

KOESTER 11401 ST. WENDEL ROAD Evansville, President

- Restaurant (209) RENEWAL

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& Company, LLC 11200 East Upper Mt. Vernon Road Evansville IN D/B/A St. Philips Inn Steve Sitzman 9401 Houge Road Evansville, President Published in the Posey County News on November 1, 2022 - hspaxlp

2022-325 STATE OF INDIANA ) IN THE POSEY SUPERIOR COURT ) SS: COUNTY OF POSEY ) CAUSE NO. 65D01-2205-PL-000184 STATE OF INDIANA, Plaintiff, ) v. ) CAROLE S. HOOK; CITICORP TRUST BANK, ) FSB; and POSEY COUNTY, INDIANA; ) Defendants. )

NOTICE OF SUIT WITH SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION

Pursuant to a Praecipe for Summons by Publication filed by the Plaintiff, State of Indiana, in the above-captioned cause of action, you are hereby notified that a Complaint for Appropriation of Real Estate has been filed in the Posey County Superior Court, Cause Number 65D01-2205-PL-000184, regarding an action to acquire real estate by eminent domain, said real estate more particularly described in the attached Exhibit A (the “Real Estate”).

The above-named Defendants, CAROLE S. HOOK and CITICORP TRUST BANK, FSB, may claim an interest in the Real Estate, described in the attached Exhibit A.

The name and address of the attorneys representing the Plaintiff is Domonic S. Dreyer and Michelle L. Kossmann, Office of the Indiana Attorney General, 302 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204; Telephone (317) 234-2339.

You are a party to said suit and you must respond to said suit on or before the expiration of thirty (30) days from the date that the third notice of suit is published, or judgment by default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint for Appropriation of Real Estate, and any interest you may have in the above-described Real Estate may be terminated.

Dated at Mount Vernon, Indiana, the 21 day of OCT., 2022.

Kay Kilgore Clerk of Posey County Superior Court Sheryl Seifert, Deputy 65D01-2205-PL-000184

Posey Superior Court EXHIBIT “A”

Project: 1601062 Sheet 1 of 1 Code: 7164 Parcel: 22 Fee Simple Key No.: 65-22-11-431-019000-015

A part of Lot 42 in the Original Plat of the Town of Cynthiana, the plat of which is recorded in Record A, page 280, in the Office of the Recorder of Posey County, Indiana, and being that part of the grantor’s land lying within the right of way lines depicted on the attached Right of Way Parcel Plat, marked EXHIBIT “B”, described as follows: Beginning at the southeast comer of said lot; thence South 89 degrees 53 minutes 53 seconds West 3.50 feet along the south line of said lot to point “109” designated on said parcel plat; thence North 0 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds West 90.00 feet to the north line of the grantor’s land; thence North 89 degrees 53 minutes 53 seconds East 3.50 feet along said north line to the east line of said lot and the northeast corner of the grantor’s land; thence South 0 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds East 90.00 feet along said east line to the point of beginning and containing 315 square feet, more or less.

EXHIBIT “A”

Project: 1601062 Sheet 1 of 1

Code: 7164 Parcel: 22A Temporary R/W for Grading & Sidewalk Reconstr.

A part of Lot 42 in the Original Plat of the Town of Cynthiana, the plat of which is recorded in Record A, page 280, in the Office of the Recorder of Posey County, Indiana, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the south line of said lot South 89 degrees 53 minutes 53 seconds West 3.50 feet from the southeast corner of said lot; thence South 89 degrees 53 minutes 53 seconds West 10.00 feet along said south line; thence North 0 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds West 48.10 feet; thence South 89 degrees 39 minutes 42 seconds West 1.00 feet; thence North 0 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds West 41.90 feet to the north line of the grantor’s land; thence North 89 degrees 53 minutes 53 seconds East 11.00 feet along said north line; thence South 0 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds East 90.00 feet to the point of beginning and containing 942 square feet, more or less.

This description was prepared for the Indiana Department of Transportation on the 15th of

by Brian L. Haggard

Indiana Registered Surveyor

her he was going to destroy his daughter’s phone - Third Street, Mount Vernon 9:49 a.m. - Message - Caller stated that after law left the female came onto his property and started cussing at him. Caller stated that she is not to be on his property at all - Third Street, Mount Vernon 12:44 p.m. - General Complaint - Caller stated that she was out of town for the week and left her sister with a key to her residence. Caller stated that her niece got a hold of the key and has stolen several items out of her residence. Caller stated the subject is on probation in Texas for doing the same thing - Second Street, Mount Vernon

5:15 p.m. - Disturbing the Peace - Caller stated that there is a male and female fighting in the yard. Caller stated that it was verbal but are no longer able to see them, it maybe physical. Caller stated there is a green truck and a white car with the door open in the driveway - Grant/Locust Street, Mount Vernon

6:17 p.m. - Message - Caller stated that he met a female via Snapchat. Caller stated what her first name is but unsure of last name. Caller stated that they would snap every day. Caller stated after that he received a message from her stating I will kill you. Caller also stated that female said she was calling the police for harassment. Caller would like to speak with an officer - Third Stet, Mount Vernon October 17

11:31 a.m. - HarassmentAdvised neighbor keeps banging on caller’s door - Old Dam 49 Road, Mount Vernon 12:33 p.m. - VandalismAdvised his vehicle was sitting on Grant Street. Advised that his car was vandalized. Advised driver door was kicked in and side is all dented inGrant Street, Mount Vernon October 18

8:56 a.m. - Fight - Advised employee and delivery personnel got into an altercation. No injuries, separated at this time. 12:59 p.m. - Theft - Meet with caller reference having two license plates stolen - Second Street, Mount Vernon October 19

2:14 a.m. - Repossession2015 green Dodge Challenger - Main Street, Wadesville 8:58 a.m. - Trespassing -

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Caller is requesting assistance removing a subject from the premises - Green Valley Drive, Mount Vernon 10:41 a.m. - General Complaint - Caller advised male subject is working on getting a protective order against female subject. Advised male subject just came to the business causing issues. She has left at this time but caller is requesting an officer to speak with them - Fourth Street, Mount Vernon 11:19 a.m. - Citizen Assist - Caller advised she made a wrong turn at the Riverfront and now her car is stuck on the stairs. Will be in a BMW - Riverfront, Mount Vernon 12:04 p.m. - Message - Request to speak to officer about female calling and harassing employees - Fourth Street, Mount Vernon 12:04 p.m. - Disturbing the Peace - Female subject is refusing to leave. Advised she is throwing things and tearing stuff up. Caller advised she is not on the lease - Vine Street, Mount Vernon 12:41 p.m. - HarassmentCaller advised he was being harassed by male subject while at the store. Advised subject told the store employee to spit in his food. While in line to checkout, subject was asking caller about his daughters. Caller advised this is an ongoing issue - Main Street, Mount Vernon 11:15 p.m. - Domestic Violence - Caller advised a subject just assaulted her by choking her over a domestic issue. Caller advised she does not need a medic unit and did advise the male subject was intoxicated at this time - Fourth Street, Mount Vernon 11:33 p.m. - Noise Complaint - Caller advised they are in the garage blaring music again and it’s too loud - Canal Street, Mount Vernon 11:40 p.m. - Family FightCaller advised her son is possibly intoxicated and won’t leave - Lincoln Avenue, Mount Vernon October 20 11:13 a.m. - Threatening - Received a call from management. An employee was threatened last night and she is requesting to speak with an officer - North Street, New Harmony

12:47 p.m. - Theft - A backpack stolen from his house last night and someone tried to use

The following County Operating Claims have been filed with the Auditor’s Office and will be presented to the Board of Commissioners, POSEY COUNTY, IN at the regular session November 1st Erin Berger Attny At Law $571.10

John Jacob Warrum $6,627.50

Smith & Butterfield $33.22

Vanhaaften & Farrar $5,467.25

Walton Law Offuce $4,322.50

William W Gooden $14,981.50

Word Systems Inc $1,300.00

GRAND TOTAL $33,303.07

MAEGEN GREENWELL

POSEY COUNTY AUDITOR

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the debit card at gas station last night - Third Street, Mount Vernon

12:54 p.m. - Citizen Dispute - Caller stated her neighbor moved her dog kennel from the side of her garage - South Street, New Harmony October 21 12:22 p.m. - Theft - Had female subject have money stolen from room, $70 - Country Club Road, Mount Vernon 7:55 p.m. - Message - Caller advised male subject has been by her house twice harassing her - Second Street, Mount Vernon 9:21 p.m. - SuspiciousCaller advised that she believes she is being followed by a white male, possibly in his 30’s and black male in a black Yukon - Fourth Street, Mount Vernon October 22

12:58 p.m. - Domestic Violence - Caller advised she can hear someone screaming “help” and hears fighting at the house near her - Hidden Valley Lane, Mount Vernon 10:29 a.m. - Theft - Someone attempted to break into her 2014 Chevy Traverse - SR 66, Wadesville

1:41 p.m. - Breaking and Entering - Male subject is trying to break into caller’s front door. Caller advised male subject came by yesterday as caller was leaving. Caller advised that she feels he is stalking her - Main Street, Mount Vernon 5:32 p.m. - Threatening - Male subject just stated to caller that when people don’t have anything to lose things happen. Caller took this as a threat - Reich Lane, Evansville 9:46 p.m. - Noise Complaint - Caller advised there is a big loud party going on around the 500 block of Main Street, between Main and Brewery Street. Caller would like this shut down - Granary Street, New Harmony 11:30 p.m. - Disturbing the Peace - Caller advised subjects are having a big party and it was all good until now, they are shooting off guns non-stop - SR 165, Poseyville October 23

5 p.m. - Threatening - Meet with caller reference his neighbor just came and knocked on his window and called him a name because he was taking pictures of his kids. Caller states he was just taking pictures of the trees. Female said she was going to cut his throat. Parties are separated. He is inside cooking dinner nowCaribou Drive, Evansville 5:05 p.m. - Citizen Dispute - Caller advised that neighbor pulled a gun out and threatened to shoot dog because he said the dog charged him. Caller advised his kids were present when this happened. Neighbor has gun on hip, advised that

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IN THE POSEY CIRCUIT COURT

2022 TERM CAUSE NO. 65C01-2209-EU-000055

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF TYRONE H. BUTLER, DECEASED NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION IN THE POSEY CIRCUIT COURT OF POSEY COUNTY, INDIANA

Notice is hereby given that Gloria A. Butler was, on the 13th day of September,

appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Tyrone H. Butler, who died on the 19th day of July, 2021.

All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file the claim in the office of the Clerk of this Court within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice or within nine (9) months after the decedent’s death, whichever is earlier, or the claims will be forever barred.

Dated this 14th day of October, 2022.

Beth McFadin Higgins (IN#11615-65)

ATTORNEY FOR THE ESTATE McFadin Higgins & Folz, LLP 227 Main Street, Mount Vernon, Indiana 47620 Telephone: (812) 838-9720 bethmh@mhfmvlaw.com

Kay Kilgore Clerk of the Posey Circuit Court

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INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE DOCKET NO: 3918851

IN THE MATTER OF THE APPLICATION OF SAFE AT HOME LLC DBA MAGGIES MOBILITY, NEW HARMONY, INDIANA, FOR A CERTIFICATE TO OPERATE MOTOR VEHICLES AS A COMMON CARRIER

counsel are required to appear in person for the hearing. A procedural agenda will be issued by the presiding Hearing Officer and served on counsel for the parties by first class U.S. mail.

If an accommodation is required to allow an individual with a disability to participate in this meeting, please contact the Motor Carrier Services Division of the Indiana Department of Revenue at 317/615-7295 or TTD at 317/232-4952 at least 48 hours before the meeting.

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When asked on Friday why a vote was not taken at the meeting, former Council President Bruce Baker indicated that there is another meeting on November 15 and a vote at that meeting would give plenty of time before the APC would hear the proposed ordinance.

Originally, the Honorable Posey County Court Judge Travis Clowers’ ruling on Collins’ building placement on the vacant property allowed the placement. But the Posey County Board of Zoning Appeals, represented by Mount Vernon Attorney Beth McFadin-Higgins, appealed to the higher court and the decision was reversed, citing no application was made for a Special Exception for placement of the building, as was required by the town’s ordinance.

In reversing the decision. The appeals court wrote: Collins bought a “portable building” and placed it on his empty lot at 100 South Sharp Street in Poseyville. The lot is zoned R-3 Residential Multiple-Family District. Posey County Zoning Ordinance section 153.041(E) states the purpose of R-3 zoning districts is to “provide suitable areas for single-family, twofamily, and multiple-family dwelling types in suitable environments in a variety of densities to meet the varying requirements of families.” As such, in R-3 zoning districts, “[n]o building or structure, or part thereof, shall be erected, altered or used, or land used, in whole or in part, for other than one (1) or more of the following permitted principle uses”: “area-wide uses by right,” single-family detached dwellings, single-family attached dwellings, multiple family dwellings, and manufactured or modular home dwellings. Id. § 153.048. However, structures like Collins’s-called “residential storage structures” under the ordinance “may be suitable for location in any use district but, because of their potential adverse influence on adjacent properties, require site review and are, therefore, permitted in all use districts as a Special Exception requiring Board of Zoning Appeals approval.”

Id. § 153.147. Zoning Ordinance section 153.246(C) (1) provides, The Special Exception

may be granted upon a determination in writing that: (a) Will be in harmony with the spirit and intent of this ordinance; (b) Will not be injurious to the neighborhood or otherwise detrimental to the public welfare;

(c) The proposed use at that particular location requested is necessary or desirable to provide a service or a facility which is in the interest of public convenience and will contribute to the general welfare or the neighborhood or community; and (d) The proposed use will comply with the regulation and condition specified in this ordinance for such use and with the conditions and safeguards proscribed by the Board in authorization of the use.

The reversal went on to explain that Collins did not apply for or obtain a special exception for his storage structure before placing it on his lot because he did not know he needed one. In June 2021, the Posey County Area Plan Commission received a complaint that a “garage” was placed on the lot and notified Collins of the potential ordinance violation. Ex. p. 5. Collins then applied for a special exception for a residential storage structure under Section 153.147.

The BZA held a hearing on Collins’s application on July 8. According to records, other than providing pictures of the structure and explaining how he had come to own it and place it on the lot, Collins presented no evidence to support his application. A neighbor spoke at the hearing and stated he opposed the structure being placed on the lot because it would hurt property values and would prevent any house from being built there. The BZA members then conferred and similarly expressed concern with allowing the structure on the lot. Several members stated that the structure would harm the aesthetics of the neighborhood and “hurt the property values around the area.”

Members also noted there was a need for more housing in Poseyville and that lots such as Collins’s - which had once contained a house and was already equipped with water, gas, electric, and sewage-should be for residential purposes only.

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overall, an issue that has proven to be of key concern for both city and county officials. Although no official announcements have been made about impending housing developments, Curtis said housing is “very much on everybody’s radar.”

Allyn agreed that growing industry brings an even greater urgency to address the need

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as E-REP’s business retention and expansion services will extend to Posey County businesses. Additionally, Posey County businesses and residents can engage with E-REP through their Family Business Alliance, Young Professionals Alliance, Tri-State Manufacturer’s Alliance, among others.

“We’re certain that aligning efforts and delivering economic development services under one unified organization, with one unified voice will elevate Posey County’s ability to attract business and talent,” said Jim Alsop, president of PCEDP. “I want to extend my

for housing.

On Thursday, the elder Collins expressed disappointment with the decision of the Poseyville Town Council and told members that every adjoining property owner had been contacted and indicated they were not opposed to the building’s placement on the lot. However, a complaint may be made by any member of the community.

Currently, the building has been moved onto a property of Poseyville resident Fred Beuligmann who was present at the meeting and spoke on behalf of Collins.

Collins anticipates another meeting with the Posey County Board of Zoning Appeals and the Area Plan Commission. He was on the docket to be heard at the last APC meeting but had asked that the discussion be held at a later meeting.

The second ordinance presented at the meeting was aimed at giving the Town of Poseyville some leverage as Mainstream Company plans to bring fiber-optics through the town. The Council wants an ordinance in the books that allows them to seek damages and repairs to any and all streets, right-of-ways, and structures that might be damaged during the running of the cable. William Bender explained the town was not getting a response from Mainstream to discuss the placement of the new lines coming through Poseyville for the new broadband. Bender then read and explained the new Ordinance. He also stated the Ordinance will be in place immediately.

Baker indicated during the meeting that he had seen some of the previous work of the company and it left a lot to be desired.

Although members admitted that they could already seek the damages, an ordinance on the books would encourage the fiber-optics cable company to answer questions and concerns by the board that have gone unaddressed and unanswered by the company. There are alternative routes around the edge of the town that board members feel should be considered. They hope the new ordinance, approved unanimously, will not only help open dialogue and give the city ammunition if it becomes necessary to seek damages caused by the company.

“Now I’m even more concerned about additional residential development, along with improving the quality of place to attract new families to our county,” Allyn said.

Collins said he has nothing to announce on possible housing additions “except to say that I know there are some talks being done.”

appreciation to all of those who have volunteered and served with PCEDP. We are excited about the future opportunities for Posey County that connecting with E-REP can continue to provide.”

Formed by merger on April 1, 2021, EREP advances regional prosperity and global relevance by aligning the work of economic development with pro-economy public policy, community and entrepreneurial development, talent attraction, quality of place enhancement and strategies for regional growth.

“In the last year, E-REP has proven that a

who attended the chaotic event, including the daughter of the promoter of what was also known as the Erie Canal Soda Pop Festival. The memorable musicfest occurred on Labor Day weekend, 1972 on an island in the Wabash River, near Griffin.

Higgins cited the “bad” as the COVID-19 pandemic that resulted in canceled meetings and programs and a loss of members and volunteers. She encourages anyone who would like to join to fill out the form on the PCHS Society Facebook Page. Dues are $10 annually. ““We need young people to preserve our history and look to the future,” she said. “We would love to get a nice county museum built here.”

The Society has been plagued with damage to valuable collected artifacts through the years by not having a museum building. As early as the 1930’s, it experienced its first break-in and robbery when things were housed in the County Coliseum.

“I first became involved in PCHS in 2004 and things were ‘ugly’ with storage of our collections of historical artifacts. With water damage, mold and mildew were everywhere. We had to throw so much away, including old band uniforms. We moved everything to 200 Main Street and the back fell out of that place during a storm and we had to move to the kitchen of the old Moose Lodge. With mouse and water damage again, we lost even more items,” President Higgins described, with a sad shake of her head. “WSI donated a semi-trailer to use for storage, but heat and mold took over again.”

“When the new junior high opened, we had a room there to put our collections, but things really worked for us when Hedges Central School closed. As a Community Center, we now rent three rooms there. Room 4, with access to the

outside, is our museum room, one room is for doing genealogy and another is a work room.”

The antique quilt donated by the Shirley Blankenship Family will be rolled up in protective muslin and stored in the PCHS collection and brought out for special display. During her talk on the treasure, Shirley said her grandfather, George Morlock won the quilt in a raffle sponsored by the women of Zoar United Methodist Church, who made it as a fundraiser. It is thought to be anywhere from 93 to 101 years old.

There are about 200 names signed into the crazy quilt, so called because of the many types of stiches on it. Shirley pointed out pieces of rich green velvet, scraps of aprons, feed sacks, and work shirts making the vibrant colors. Shirley has a list of the names she can identify on the piece and she was encouraged to write a book on the quilt through the years. President Higgins called it “awesome” and others added “gorgeous” to the enthusiastic raves.

In other action, Posey County Community Foundation Board Member Weston Stewart presented a check for $3,000 to the Society from the Foundation “to spread history around.”

County Historian Ray Kessler unveiled a professionally-framed panorama of Walnut Street taken around 1924-25 to display in the museum room. “We have many views of Main Street, but we don’t have much for Walnut Street, so this is special. You can see the old Court Hotel, which will become the site of our post office in 1932.

In the top picture to the far right is the War Coliseum under construction. These photos came to us from the estate of Wanda Griess,” he told the audience. She was a past PCHS President.

Higgins has been president since 2008. She thanked Judy Whitten who is resigning from her role as Society Secretary, held since 2008.

Greyson Brooks is a

A complete list of the many funds and other employee positions, including hourly rates may be viewed at City Hall.

Under New Business, Mayor Bill Curtis said a discussion on allocating funds to promote the new city website was on the agenda as Councilwoman Jillian Brothers wanted to discuss it, but she is not present. It will be put on the next meeting agenda. Curtis said there is money in the Mayor’s Budget, a few thousand he believes, in a computer line. It is there and available. Councilman Rusty Levings stated the new website, and the Facebook page are up and going right now.

In department reports: • Street Commissioner Max Dieterle told councilors that demand for leaf pickup has not been high enough to start the routes up as yet, but they will start soon, expecting more leaves to fall. One route did start on October 24 and the last week of October into November will probably have the second route operating. The Street Department announced that anyone who needs a pickup should call the office at 812838-2352 to make sure they get on the list.

• Dieterle also reported the boat dock will be coming out on the next nice day, probably Saturday, October 22, It was taken out that day.

• Mount Vernon Police Chief Andrew Rush stated his department has been very active.

unified organization is greater than the sum of its parts, added Curt Begle, Chair of the Evansville Regional Economic Partnership. “The official merger with Posey County will add to our region’s cohesion, an accomplishment which we can all be proud.”

E-REP operates within Gibson, Posey, Vanderburgh and Warrick Counties while continuing strategic partnerships with the entire MSA – some of which is in Kentucky.

Partnerships include the Southwest Indiana Small Business Development Center, area Chambers of Commerce, post-secondary in-

They are still down a few officers, but they are in the midst of the hiring process right now. Since the last meeting, there were nine animal complaints; nine accidents; 33 traffic offenses; and 176 other calls for service. He gave kudos to Detective Bohleber, who participated in a Reality Day at the high school recently. Officers are continuing to do ‘Lunch with Law Enforcement’ events, with the most recent being at West Elementary School. He concluded his report by giving a year-to-date summary. They totals are: 139 arrests; 266 other incidents; 63 drug arrests; 4 gun arrests; and 26 operating while intoxicated encounters.

• Mount Vernon Fire Chief Wes Dixon announced bids will be opened tomorrow on the new pumper truck at the Board of Works meeting. Councilwoman Dana Baldwin inquired on the progress of the city trick-ortreating plans at the public safety building. Dixon answered the candy is coming in and everything seems to be going well so far. He thought the haunted house inside the building will be quite scary.

• At the Water Utility Board meeting held prior to the Council meeting, Water Superintendent Chuck Gray stated they have been repairing small leaks around town and conducting general plant maintenance as the only business of the meeting.

stitutions, WorkOne Southwest, education partners and other entities that strengthen the region’s opportunity to prosper.

About the Evansville Regional Economic Development

The Evansville Regional Economic Partnership (E-REP) leads economic development efforts for the Evansville, Indiana region e and elevate the overall quality of life through transformational projects and planning. Additionally, E-REP supports regional businesses through advocacy and membership engagement.

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in the classroom, she is already very active in school extracurricular’s as she participates in soccer, swimming, and cross country teams. To top off all of that, she is genuinely sweet, respectful, and kind to all her classmates.

Mount Vernon residents Ramon and Debbie Claxton enjoy the fun and festivities at the Savah Community supper on Saturday evening. Cheryl Batteiger-Smith is on the right. Photo by Dave Pearce

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10:17 p.m. - Domestic Violence - Caller advised that her son is yelling and has flipped the table in her house. Advised he is out of control - Ninth Street, Mount Vernon Felony/Misdemeanor

Adrian Maday, 58, Lynnville. Ct. 1- Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Level 6 Felony; Ct. 2- Carrying a Handgun Without a License, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Possession of Marijuana, Class B Misdemeanor. Ct. 3 is dismissed. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, driver’s license suspended one year, counseling, 17 months and 20 days probation and fees. Ct. 118 months Indiana Department of Corrections; Ct. 2- one year Posey County Jail, all suspended except 10 days.

David Higginbotham, 50, Owensville. Ct. 1- Operating a Vehicle with an Alcohol Concentration Equivalent of .15 or More, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 2- Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Endangering a Person, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Failure to Remain at the Scene of an Accident, Class B Misdemeanor. Ct. 2 is dismissed. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, counseling, specialized driving privileges for one year, restitution as ordered, one year probation and fees. Ct. 1- 1 year Posey County Jail; Ct. 3- 180 days Posey County Jail, suspended.

Zachary Scott Allison, 24, Cynthiana. Ct. 1- Strangulation, Level 6 Felony; Ct. 2- Battery Resulting in Bodily Injury, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Criminal Trespass, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 4- Battery by Bodily Waste, Class B Misdemeanor; Ct. 5Disorderly Conduct, Class B Misdemeanor. Ct. 3, 4 and 5 are dismissed. $1 plus costs, counseling, 540 days Community Corrections, restitution in the amount of $400 to the victim, no contact with the victim. Ct. 1- two years Indiana Department of Corrections; Ct. 2- one year Posey County Jail, suspended except for 180 days.

Shelley D. Wilborn, 51, Grayville, Ill. Ct. 1- Possession of Marijuana, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 2- Possession of Paraphernalia, Class C Misdemeanor. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, counseling, one year probation and fees. Ct. 1- one year Posey County Jail; Ct. 2- 60 days Posey County Jail, suspended.

Timothy James Schafer, 62, Evansville. Ct. 1- Possession of Cocaine, Level 5 Felony; Ct. 2- Possession of Methamphetamine, Level 5 Felony; Ct. 3Possession of Marijuana, Class B Misdemeanor; Ct. 4- Possession of Paraphernalia, Class C Misdemeanor; Ct. 5- Possession of Cocaine, Level 6 Felony; Ct. 6- Possession of Methamphetamine, Level 6 Felony. Ct. 1 and 2 are dismissed. Ct. 3- six months Posey County Jail; Ct. 460 days Posey County Jail; Ct. 5- one and one-half years Indi-

ana Department of Corrections; Ct. 6- one and one-half years Indiana Department of Corrections, suspended. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, one and one-half years probation and fees, counseling.

Lois Sheldon, 81, Evansville.

Possession of Marijuana, Class B Misdemeanor. Dismissed.

Riley Johnson, 19, Evansville. Possession of Marijuana, Class B Misdemeanor. Dismissed.

Blaine Davis, 32, Wadesville. Domestic Battery, Level 6 Felony. $1 plus costs, $50 Domestic Violence Fee, no contact with Amanda Craig. One year Indiana Department of Correction.

Troy Stewart, 29, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Domestic Battery, Level 6 Felony; Ct. 2- Domestic Battery, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Intimidation, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 4- Criminal Mischief, Class B Misdemeanor. Ct. 2, 3 and 4 are dismissed. $1 plus costs, $50 Domestic Violence Fee. 18 months Indiana Department of Correction.

David A. McCarty, 62, New Harmony. Ct. 1- Possession of Methamphetamine, Level 6 Felony; Ct. 2- Maintaining a Common-Controlled Substances, Level 6 Felony. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, two years probation and fees, counseling. Two years Indiana Department of Corrections, suspended.

Benjamin J. Gentry, 39, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Railroad Mischief, Level 6 Felony; Ct. 2- Criminal Mischief, Class A

Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- False Informing, Class B Misdemeanor; Ct. 4- Leaving the Scene of an Accident, Class B Misdemeanor. Ct. 2 dismissed. $1 plus costs, counseling, 18 months probation and fees, restitution in the amount of $25,442.70. Ct. 1- 18 months Indiana Department of Corrections; Ct. 3- six months Posey County Jail; Ct. 4- six months Posey County Jail, suspended.

Auston Roten, 25, Evansville. Operating a Motor Vehicle Without Ever Receiving a License, Class A Misdemeanor. Dismissed.

Jodi Wade, 52, Dixon, Ky. Possession of Marijuana, Class B Misdemeanor. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, 60 days good behavior. 60 days Posey County Jail, suspended.

Brett Volk, 30, Mount Vernon. Driving While Suspended, Class A Misdemeanor. Dismissed.

Suzanne Cousin, 30, Marion, Ill. Possession of Marijuana, Class B Misdemeanor. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, 60 days good behavior. 60 days Posey County Jail, suspended.

John Schoening, 52, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Resisting Law Enforcement, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 2- Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Endangering a Person, Class A Misdemeanor. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, one year probation and fees, counseling, driver’s license suspended one year. One year Posey County Jail, suspended.

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Sermon of the Week - The Word of God teaches us to respect

Bro. Tom Doty Isaiah 46:9 Remember the former things of old: for I am God, and there is none else; I am God, and there is none like me, Memory is an important part of life. We remember specific dates and times. We remember locations. We remember people both good and bad. And we often remember things and events of the past. Memory is really important. We learn by memory. We do specific task by memory. The Word of God tells us it’s important to remember some things, yet God’s word tells us to forget some things (Philippians 3:13). But it’s important that we remember the God who created us and who keeps us. We remember God for there is none else like Him and there is no other but Him. What are the former things of old that I should remember?

I believe that the Word of God teaches us to remember respect for each other. We are all part of God’s creation and each of us is special. Remember, God is no respecter of persons (Romans 2:11) but yet God respects each of us and gives us abilities that will glorify Him. We are taught to respect our elders.

Remember, Rehoboam missed that point (1 Kings 12:8) and he experienced lots of trouble. Respect for others will keep us on the right track in life. Respect for others will lead to respect for self. When we remember to respect God and the things of God we will see our world differently. So, remember respect is an important part of life.

The Word of God teaches us to remember the importance of love. The Word of God is filled with the love of God. We remember that God is love (1 John 4:8). We remember how God loved us when we were in sin and in His love He gave His only Son to die for our sins. Now, that is the love of God. We remember that God told us to love one another (John 13:34). Jesus told His disciples the importance of loving people. We learn to love as God loved and we remember that love leads us to forgiveness.

The Word of God teaches us to remember the importance of forgiveness. Look at the times that God forgave the Children of Israel. They would sin, forget God, disobey God and yet God would forgive them and forget their iniquity. Jesus spoke of forgiveness while He was on the cross. He said, “Father forgive

Evansville. Ct. 1- Resisting Law Enforcement, Level 6 Felony; Ct. 2- Operating a Vehicle Endangering a Person, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Reckless Driving, Class C Misdemeanor. Ct. 3 dismissed. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, 18 months Community Corrections, driver’s license suspended six months, counseling. Ct. 118 months Indiana Department of Corrections; Ct. 2- one year Posey County Jail, suspended. Terra Lea Cleveland, 38, Mount Vernon. Driving While Suspended, Class A Misdemeanor. $1 plus costs, driver’s license suspended 30 days. One year Posey County Jail, suspended.

Frederick Qualkenbush, 50, Newburgh. Ct. 1- Driving While Suspended, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 2- Possession of Marijuana, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Possession of Paraphernalia, Class A Misdemeanor. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, driver’s license suspended 30 days. 90 days Posey County Jail.

Brian Gordon, 38, Madisonville, Ky. Ct. 1- Possession of Methamphetamine, Level 6 Felony; Ct. 2- Possession of Paraphernalia, Class C Misdemeanor. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, counseling, 18 months probation and fees, counseling. Ct. 1- 18 months Indiana Department of Corrections; Ct. 2- 60 days Posey County Jail, suspended.

Austin Gregory Combs, 28, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Driving While Suspended, Class A Mis-

demeanor; Ct. 2- Possession of a Controlled Substance, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Possession of Paraphernalia, Class A Misdemeanor. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, 40 hours community service, driver’s license suspended 30 days, counseling, one year probation and fees. One year Posey County Jail, suspended.

Daniel Thomas Cox, 36, Poseyville. Ct. 1- Domestic Battery, Level 5 Felony; Ct. 2- Invasion of Privacy, Class A Misdemeanor. $1 plus costs, $50 Domestic Violence Fee, two years Community Corrections. Ct. 1- two years Indiana Department of Correction; Ct. 2- one year Posey County Jail, suspended.

Aden L. Hook, 18, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Operating a Vehicle Endangering a Person, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 2- Reckless Driving, Class C Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Minor Consuming Alcohol, Class C Misdemeanor. Dismissed.

Janie Wingfield, 59, Loveland, Colo. Possession of Marijuana, Class B Misdemeanor. Dismissed.

Taylor Ray Vaughn, 26, New Harmony. Ct. 1- Possession of Cocaine, Level 6 Felony; Ct. 2Possession of Marijuana, Class A Misdemeanor. Ct. 2 dismissed. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, driver’s license suspended one year, two years probation and fees. Two years Indiana Department of Corrections, suspended.

them” (Luke 23:34). We remember that Jesus taught us to forgive just as He forgave us. Too often in life we hold grudges, hate, distrust and we are unwilling to forgive. When we experience forgiveness it’s important for us to remember that forgiveness really works. Forgiveness will lift the burden of hate and jealousy. Forgiveness completes the cycle of experience in life. There is the thought that leads to action, the action that leads to sin, the sin that leads to punishment, confession that leads to the forgiveness by God. Forgiveness is an important part of life to remember. As we have been forgiven we have also learned that it is our responsibility to also forgive. Remember forgiveness.

There are many things in the Word of God that we need to remember. Remembering is important in life. Remember the good times, forget that which is behind, press forward and remember to always to put God first and blessings will follow. So, how’s your memory today? Do you remember God, the things of God and that which God has called you?

I have prayed for you this morning. I pray that we will remember the things of God and glorify God in all things.

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Mount Vernon High School hosts successful career fair

By Trisha L. Lopez

Mount Vernon students were urged to make connections that might impact their futures at the Mount Vernon High School Career Fair on Thursday.

“Shake hands. Meet people. It’s not what you know. It’s who you know. I implore you to know more people,” said Don Wettrick, founder of STARTedUP, a nonprofit that provides entrepreneurial events, training and seed funding for young entrepreneurs.

Wettrick, serving as keynote speaker, kicked off the event in the school’s auditorium. Indiana Senator Jim Tomes, Indiana Department of Education Senior Director of Educator Talent Dr. Rebecca Estes and Mount Vernon Mayor Bill Curtis rounded out the morning panel assembled by school officials to inspire students to start taking steps toward their lives beyond high school.

“There are seekers and peekers and moaners and groaners. Moaners and groaners complain about what is. Seekers and peekers are what we are trying to foster. Opportunity seekers can spot trends from a mile away. You guys are seeking opportunities by listening to people,” Wettrick said. “Peekers are different. Peekers can look around the corner and go ‘This is going to be popular.’ Peekers can see what’s coming up and adapt to it and get ready for it. The jobs for tomorrow don’t have any prerequisites right now. They haven’t been formed yet. We’re constantly evolving and starting new things.”

School officials hosted 30 area businesses and organizations who set up booths in the high school’s main gym, auxiliary gym, foyer and cafeteria. Students rotated through each area by grade and met with business representatives who provided company background and insight into the kinds of skills sought in future employees.

Cam Maier, 2017 Mount Vernon High School alumnus and son of teacher Jackie Maier, was on-hand in the auxiliary gym in a booth sharing information about his job as an independent contractor.

“I love to help the community in any way that I can,” Maier said. “I’m just happy to introduce construction. I know in high school I was never really introduced to construction as a career path. I never even thought about it really. I want to make sure these kids have

ample opportunities to be introduced to as many different career opportunities as possible.”

Justin Wagner, Mount Vernon High School guidance counselor, said the event offered students the chance to “make connections and hear about opportunities that they may have not known about if it wasn’t for the career fair.”

“(We want our) local businesses to say ‘Hey, you have great kids. They ask great questions. They were engaged.’ These relationships that we have with these businesses are strong and we want to keep on that, keep growing that,” Wagner said.

Wagner formed a career fair panel with students Aidan Paul, Carson Tucker and Rylee Schmuck and began organizing the event at the start of the school year. Wagner said Principal Kyle Jones was a big proponent for giving Mount Vernon students the chance to see what careers are available within the Posey County area.

“We’re just trying to get that tradition of having career fairs. We felt like it was a good opportunity for all of our students to at least get out in front of these businesses and see and hear their opportunities,” Wagner said. “We just felt like it was good for everybody.”

Wagner said Mount Vernon businesses have maintained good connections with local students.

“Sabic, last year, came out for a full day career fair. BWXT is working with us to start a welding program here. WSI…we’re working to hopefully start a CDL program. Our local businesses are very involved. Anybody that I reached out to locally, especially here in town, made a point to send someone. I think we have very good relationships with our local businesses,” Wagner said. “Those are all great things. The more of that we can get here, the better off we are.”

Wagner said he stressed to local businesses the need to highlight jobs that may not require college degrees, recognizing that not all students may be on a college career path.

“Two year degrees, four year degrees… we also kind of wanted to emphasize ‘Hey, if I’m 18-years-old and I know that college is not on my radar, what opportunities are available for me?’” Wagner said. “We really told the businesses that we would love for

them to be able to hit both sides of that spectrum. That was very big for us at the school, to stress not only college, but there are great career opportunities, great paying jobs are available if you are willing to go in there and work and be dependable.”

Wagner said it was also important to stress the availability of local jobs to provide Mount Vernon graduates with the chance to stay in Posey County.

“You see so many kids that may have graduated from here and you ask where they are now. ‘I’m in Evansville. I’m out of state. I’m here. I’m there.’ I think it’s important for these kids to understand that these businesses are in your backyard. You don’t have to go anywhere,” Wagner said.

Mayor Curtis said he understands that many kids want to try new places and new experiences, but he encourages Mount Vernon students to explore their options within their own community.

“Many, many years ago I was sitting in the same seat (as Mount Vernon students). My attitude at that time was to go to school and ‘I’ll never be back here.’ As soon as I finished school, I was gone for maybe six months and I’ve been back here, happily, ever after. If they feel the need to go somewhere else… they’ve got to do what they want to do. But never put it out of your mind that you can always come back. At least rule out the things here before you head out,” Curtis said.

Curtis emphasized the importance of seeing beyond the dated view that college degrees are necessary for students wishing to pursue a successful career.

“Kids are going out and getting a big (student loan) debt. Some of them really don’t want to do it. Some of them just think that they have to or they’re supposed to. They could be going into the trades or going to local industries here and getting jobs and probably be happier and better off, in the long run, financially,” Curtis said.

He said he talks to local industry leaders and encourages them to connect with Mount Vernon High School students.

“I always hear industry say that they want the kids, but I sometimes question how many want to hire 18-year-old kids that have had no work experience,” Curtis said. “I don’t necessarily blame the businesses. There’s one thing (kids) don’t have that they can’t have…experience. But somewhere, somebody’s just going to step up.”

He said recent nationwide worker shortages are going to require companies to connect with would-be workers in new ways.

“At some point, southwestern Indiana can only talk about shortage of employees for so long. Eventually, the companies aren’t going

to come,” Curtis said. “The thing that is saving everybody right now is that everyone is going through it. It’s a national issue.”

Curtis said he was impressed by the students he met during the event.

He referenced Wettrick directing students to “make eye contact and shake hands” with people to make connections. “You know, I had a half a dozen kids come up and introduce themselves, shake my hand. I thought that was pretty cool.”

As classes worked through rotations, Wettrick met with dozens of students who wanted to share individual stories about their own entrepreneurial ideas and future plans.

Wettrick grinned and said that hearing from the kids is his “favorite part” of traveling to schools. A former middle and high school teacher, Wettrick said it’s important for schools to share the positive things happening with their students to generate excitement.

“I’m not afraid to pick up the phone to call the newspaper or the TV station and go ‘You’d better get your butt down here, this kid is applying for a patent.’ They go, ‘Are you serious?’ Little by little, that got media attention. When you get media attention, then parents are talking to you. When parents are talking, your programs get more support. If there’s one thing that I’m good at, it is trying to get people excited about what my students are doing. There is nothing to talk about, had my students not done anything. That’s why I get fired up when a kid goes ‘I’ve got a great idea’ and they don’t do it. What are you going to do with it?”

A student told Wettrick that her experiences as a career intern at one of the corporation’s elementary schools have opened her eyes to a possible future in education.

“I’ve learned that I really like teaching. I really like the kids. They really seem to respect me,” she told him.

“You’re one of them. You also have the ability to hear and tap into what they like. Part of my position, when I wasn’t in a classroom, was the innovation director for the school corporation. Half of my day was in class and they’re like ‘go do stuff at the elementary school.’ I had the coolest job. If I asked (the kids), especially back then, it was Pokemon Go. I’d ask them to create a character that had all of the powers of their favorite Pokemon, but was a Minecraft version. It was their world and their ideas. That is the spark,” Wettrick said. “Part of your day is ‘sit down, shut up and learn this stuff.’ Great. Part of your day is also figuring out what you really are on fire for. If you’re on fire for it, you’re not working hard because you have to worry. You’re working because you want to.”

Mount Vernon High School graduate Cam Maier talking with Mount Vernon students about his job as a general contractor.

‘Galvin’izing performance propels Vikings to title game

By Dave Pearce

It was a long drive but for the north Posey Vikings Friday evening, it was worth it. The Vikings headed northeast for over 100 miles to square off against the 7-3 Paoli Rams. The Vikings came home with a 55-31 win and a spot in the sectional championship game this Friday night opposite the Mater Dei Wildcats. Mater Dei easily handled Tell City after a tough quarter-and-a-half, 49-21.

Coach Waylon Schenk told his team before the contest that it was very important that they get off to a good start.

“Paoli is known for starting fast and we have gotten off to a slow start several

times this season,” Schenk told the team. “If we do that up here tonight, it could be a long night.”

The Vikings must have listened.

Although the team was without the services of Jackson Graff and Kolton Gardner, they did have Jed Galvin back, apparently in mid-season form. The sophomore running back carried the ball 13 times for 259 yards and four touchdowns as the two teams nearly evenly split almost 1000 yards of offense.

The Vikings received the opening kick-off at their own 40. Jace Gauer got four yards on the first play from scrimmage and on the second play, quarterback Liam Stone lost a yard. The next hand-

off went to Galvin for eight yards and the first down.

The Rams knew Galvin’s reputation and facing third and five, they keyed on Galvin. After a fake hand-off to Galvin, Stone did what he does and rambled 48 yards for the first score of the game and when Kaleb Herke’s extra point sailed through the uprights, the Vikings held a 7-0 lead under two minutes into the game.

The Viking defense proved they, too, came to play on this night as they stopped the Rams’ ground attack and forced a quick punt. Following a punt to the North Posey 36, the Vikings set up shop. On the first play from scrimmage, Stone hit Galvin in stride and the sophomore did the rest. He juked his way through the final line of defense and outran the Rams into the end zone to give the

Vikings a 14-0 lead just five minutes into the contest.

So the Rams had something to prove. They showed that they, too, could drive the ball and that they, too, could pass. Although they did not pass much in the regular season, quarterback Braxton Elliott hit Fletcher Cole in a crossing route and the Rams were on the board with a 30yard score.

Not to be outdone, the Vikings combined the Gauer and Galvin attack on the drive and after a good gainer by Gauer to the Rams’ 10, Stone ran for five and then handed off on the next play to Galvin who ran it in from the five and the Vikings led 21-7 at the end of the first quarter.

Then early in the second period. Following a fourthdown Viking defensive stand, the Rams turned the ball over on downs and while

the Rams were still reeling, Galvin took the first hand-off 76 yards for another Viking touchdown. Despite a bigtime Zack Blaylock sack in the quarter that forced a turnover on downs in the quarter, that was the only score in the second period and the Vikings led 28-7 at the half.

Coming out of half-time, both teams knew the season was on the line. With just a little over half the third quarter remaining and their backs again against the wall, the Vikings loaded up the box and Trey Rominger took care of things for the Rams. He got through the initial defense and ran 82 yards for a score to pull the Rams to within 28-13. The 2-point conversion pass was swatted down and the Vikings maintained the lead.

Brothers: Promoting Positivity starts at the junior high level

“I think the best way to build positivity and work ethic among students is to give them a vested interest in the school building. Help them feel like they are a part of something.” Brothers said. “School spirit is an integral part of that.”

Mount Vernon Junior High Principal Marc Hostetter praised the work that Brothers and her fellow staff members are doing to promote a positive atmosphere school-wide.

By Trisha L. Lopez

It is midafternoon on a Thursday at Mount Vernon Junior High School. Jillian Brothers - school counselor, Mount Vernon City Council member, youth soccer coach, wife and mom - is preparing to switch gears to don her latest hat, Bobcat cheer coach.

Brothers has reached out to Kelvin Lam, a three-time world champion with Team USA cheer turned coaching guru who works with squads all over the country from his home base in Frisco, Texas.

Lam’s social media posts, virtual consultations, in-person clinics and camps have garnered a significant following, branding him one of the most sought-after names in the sport.

Technology glitches pushed back the start of their scheduled virtual 10-minute discussion, but the duo made quick work of the questions Brothers had prepared and spent an additional 20 minutes discussing ways to help build the skills of her 10 Bobcat cheerleaders.

Lam’s excitement and passion for growing the sport of cheerleading are contagious. He promotes culture building and communication as he covers everything from mental blocks to accountability. It’s a message that resonates with the program that firstyear coach Brothers said she

is trying to establish at Mount Vernon.

“I’m really trying to bring back a lot of what made middle school and high school so special for me,” Brothers said. “There’s something amazing about school spirit and giving kids something to take pride in. I’m constantly looking for a harmonious relationship between hard work, skill building and just having fun.”

Brothers said that the school is committed to building a positive atmosphere. She said it’s “wonderful to coach in an environment like (Mount Vernon).” She sees her girls as a big part of the school’s teamwork approach to enhance the student experience at Mount Vernon Junior High School.

“We are working on adding more pep sessions, spirit weeks, highlighting students who make a positive impact like the Bobcat Strong MVP, themed game days and they are allowing junior high students to get into sporting events for free which is huge,” Brothers said. “I also have my cheerleaders help with positivity things. Currently, we have this popcorn bulletin board to highlight our ‘poppin’ staff. Students fill out a form giving a teacher a compliment or highlighting something they appreciate about the staff member

and then we post it on our board.”

The squad will move on to “Pass on Positivity,” a program that will allow the 2010 Mount Vernon alumnus’s students to offer words of encouragement that kids can take and pass along.

“I look at school culture as the thread that weaves all the systems, processes, departments, curriculum and individuals together to create a building that supports student achievement as well as provides a safe and supportive environment for students and staff,” Hostetter said. “We could also go down the rabbit hole of educational research and prove how students who are connected to the school are more successful academically than those who do not have a connection. We can talk about how strong student to adult relationships lead

Members of the North Posey offensive line offer their help to quarterback Liam Stone as he attempts to get just another yard or two in Friday night’s win at Paoli. Photo by Dave Pearce

With the offensive line leading the way and leaving a trail of Rams on the turf, Viking sophomore Jed Galvin scores again in Paoli on Friday night. Photo by Dave Pearce

Jillian Weihrauch Brothers with her mother and high school coach, Trudi Weihrauch. Photo supplied

MVJHS Cheer Team - Row one: Lexi Buchanan, Colbie Buchanan, Maddie Mandel, Reagan Denning and Maddie Abel; Row two: Coach Jillian Brothers; Row three: Jacelyn Stevens, Madyson Holtzclaw, Mariyah Thomas, MaKayla Lupfer and Jada Smith.

added that

the goal is simple, the process is difficult, tedious and time consuming. At the junior

we are lucky to have people willing to donate their time and efforts outside of the class-

and

of the regular school day to support kids and provide an experience that we hope strengthens relationships, connects kids to school and supports a positive school culture,” he said.

Brothers credits her mother Trudi Weihrauch, who coached cheerleading for six years at Mount Vernon High School and teaches third grade at West Elementary School, with inspiring her belief in the importance of creating culture.

“My mom really reinforced to us that being a cheerleader was so much more than standing on the sidelines and leading a crowd. She was constantly trying to teach the teams she coached that having a good character and being a leader in the school was just as important as your skill level during a game,” Brothers said. “She was a tough coach, but I’m so thankful for how that accountability constantly pushed us to get better. I try to do the same with my team. I always tell them ‘If you want to be considered athletes, you have to be diligent and train like (athletes).’ I just really want to help them be good people as much…if not more…than just good cheerleaders.”

Brothers called the support that she has experienced from the Mount Vernon community “seriously incredible.”

“Top Notch Tumbling held tumble clinics for us this summer. Liberty Federal Credit Union donated money for our new cheer signs and other items we’ve used this football season and our Wildcat cheer team and coaches have been ready to dive in and help every time we need it. The administration at MVJHS is incredibly supportive. I couldn’t have done this without the patience of Stacey Culley and Jamie Woods to answer my hundreds of questions. It’s really helped the team buy into what we’re trying to accomplish,” Brothers said.

Several Mount Vernon High School cheerleaders have been on-hand to help with skill development as well, a key connection that Brothers feels not only aids in the younger athletes’ learning experience, but helps establish connections to their futures as Wildcats.

“The best part of coaching this team is seeing the confidence these girls are building every time they accomplish something new. The look on their faces when they master something challenging is priceless. That’s what it’s all about. Helping these girls know that they can accomplish anything they put their mind to if they’re willing to put in the work,” Brothers said. “They’ve really bonded through that process and the way they encourage one another to push through is inspiring. I’ve told them the term ‘cheerleader’ applies on the sidelines and in the hallways. They have the power to set off a positive chain reaction in their school and I’ve seen them start to buy into this.”

If the Vikings were looking for an answer, they took only 20 seconds to find it.

Following a Kaedyn Stewart return at the Viking 47, Galvin again would catch the Rams on their heels and again on the first play from scrimmage, he galloped through and around the Ram defense for 53 yards and a score to put the Vikings in the lead at 35-13 with 6:05 to go in the quarter.

Just when you think it’s safe to go back into the wa-

ter, Austin Benales broke off a 53-yard touchdown run for the Rams and the Rams were back to within 14.

But just a little over a minute later, facing thirdand-eight from their own 25, Galvin again got loose, this time getting outside for a 75yard score and the Vikings took the lead 42-19. The extra point was good.

But with the third quarter winding down, the Rams were driving again and opened the fourth quarter

facing third-and-goal from the one. On the first play of the final period, the Rams pulled back to within 49-25. Again, the two-point conversion was no good.

If you are keeping score, the teams scored a combined total of 36 points in a span of just over six minutes.

The Rams went for the onsides kick and successfully recovered the kick but the Viking defense stiffened and the Viking defense made another fourth-down stop and took over on their own 35.

The scoring was put on pause with the next Viking possession as the Vikings chose to use Jace Gauer again up the middle and with good, hard-nosed running, the junior set up a 13-yard score, again by Galvin, with just over five minutes remaining.

With four minutes remaining and the Rams driving again, an Elliott pass intended for Benales was intercepted by Cole Cullum who ran it in for the pick-six score and the Vikings had sealed the deal. Although the extra point was missed, the Vikings held a 30-point bulge with four minutes to go.

With two minutes to go, the Rams scored a meaningless touchdown against several players who typically see very little playing time. But again, they were unable to convert the two-point conversion.

Besides Galvin with 259 yards on the ground and 92 yards in the air, Stone had another good night, rushing for 103 yards on 10 carries. He also completed 3-of-7 passes for 98 yards with a touchdown and an interception. Gauer carried nine times for 58 yards. Stewart had one reception for six yards. Matthew Stump punted one time for 19 yards but pinned the Rams inside their own 10.

The win set up a sectional title game on Friday evening at 7 p.m. at the Reitz Bowl against 8-3 Mater Dei.

Congratulations to all six North Posey volleyball seniors on earning Academic AllState recognition. In front are Renee Schickel, Ava Epley, and Dharma Fribley. In back are Brooklyn Goedde, Livie Maier, and Erin Hoehn. Photo provided

Several county soccer players named to All-PAC team

Recently, the Pocket Athletic Conference announced their all-conference teams for boys’ and girls’ soccer. Posey County represented this award well. There were five boys and four girls selected for the teams.

Making the girls’ first team all-conference were Mount Vernon senior Maty Burnett and North Posey senior Reagan Koester. Burnett scored an unbelievable 36 goals in 12 matches. Koester was a four-year starter for the Lady Vikings and led the team in scoring. Selected for the second team were Lady Wildcat senior Lera Wilson and North Posey sophomore Aubrey Brandenstein. Wilson finished the season with seven goals scored and eight assists in eleven games played. Brandenstein was a valuable member on the Lady Viking squad that played the utility role. Brandenstein was energetic, a hard worker and goes all out when she is on the field that plays with great intensity.

Named to the boys’ all-conference first team were Mount Vernon’s Grant Doherty, Ben Gluekert, and Andrew Santoro. Doherty led the Wildcats in scoring with 25 goals and seven assists. Gluekert finished the season with four goals and eight assists. Santoro scored five goals and led the team in assists with 26. Rylan Paul from Mount Vernon made the all-conference second team. For the season, Paul scored 14 goals with three assists. North Posey senior Troy Droege made the all-conference honorable mention team. Droege played for the Vikings all four years of his high school career. Droege was the team captain and played a valuable role on the Viking defense this season.

Volleyball state finals set for this Saturday

The Indiana High School Athletic Association state finals will be played this Saturday awarding four new state champions. All four matches will be played at Worthen Arena on the Ball State University campus in Muncie. Below are the matches to determine the state champions.

Class 1A: Tecumseh (31-4) vs. Fort Wayne Blackhawk (33-4), 10 a.m.

Class 2A: Linton-Stockton (28-5) vs. Wapahani (31-5), 12:30 p.m. CT

Class 3A: Providence (30-6) vs. Bellmont (30-6), 3:30 p.m. CT

Class 4A: Hamilton Southeastern (33-1) vs. Yorktown (34-2), 6 p.m. CT

Jasper hosted two semi-state volleyball games last Saturday afternoon with the winners advancing to the state finals. In the Class 1A semi-state, Tecumseh swept Indianapolis Lutheran in three sets 25-17, 25-18, and 25-16.

Jenna Donohoo finished with 12 kills and 10 digs. Payge Johnson ended the three sets with 26 assists and 10 digs. The Lady Braves improved their season record to 31-4.

In the Class 2A semi-state game at Jasper. Linton-Stockton defeated Indianapolis Scecina in a crucial five sets 21-25, 25-16, 26-24, 1625, and 15-11. Sophie Hale led Linton-Stockton with 15 digs and 14 kills. With the win, LintonStockton has twenty-nine wins and five losses on the season.

IHSAA boys’ and girls’ soccer state finals crown six teams

The Indiana High School Athletic Association boys’ and girls’ soccer state finals were played

Cats are All State

By Trisha L. Lopez

Several Mount Vernon volleyball players were among the 902 seniors statewide that recently earned Academic AllState honors through the Indiana High School Volleyball Coaches Association.

Kaleigh Kelley and Brooke Sledd earned the All-State Gold Award. Athletes must have a grade point average of 3.75 or higher to earn this recognition.

Bailey Cox and Haley Duffey earned the All-State Silver Award. Silver award winners are required to have a grade point average between 3.5 and 3.74.

Grace Schroeder was one of 72 seniors statewide to earn Support Staff Academic All-State recognition.

The Lady Wildcats, led by Coach Megan DeVault, finished the 2022 season 8-4 in the Pocket Athletic Conference and 13-16 overall. DeVault’s seniors won a total of 75 matches in their four years as Wildcats, including the 2020 3A Sectional 32 title.

“These girls work hard both in the classroom and on the volleyball court. They are leaders in the classroom as students and leaders as athletes for Mount Vernon,” DeVault said. “They are all involved in multiple activities and play multiple sports. As a coach, I could not be prouder of all their hard work and dedication to their academics.”

last Friday and Saturday. All games were played at the Michael Carroll Track & Soccer Stadium located on the IUPUI campus in Indianapolis. There were three boys’ and three girls’ teams crowned state champions this past weekend.

(Class 1A Boys) Park Tudor 9, Greenwood Christian 0: On Friday, October 28, the state finals opened with a matchup in the boys between second ranked Park Tudor and unranked Greenwood Christian. Park Tudor dominated this game from the start by taking an 8-0 lead going into the half. During the second half, Park Tudor scored one more goal to coast to a 9-0 win. Francesco Norfini from Park Tudor had three goals and one assist in the game. George Ferguson added two more goals for Park Tudor. This was the first soccer state title by the Park Tudor boys’ soccer team.

(Class 2A Girls) Evansville Memorial 4, Leo 0: The final game played last Friday night was with the girls’ Class 2A championship between the undefeated and top ranked Evansville Memorial Lady Tigers against seventh ranked Leo. Memorial came into this game in search of repeating as the state champions. The Lady Tigers played their game and shutout Leo 4-0 for their second consecutive state title. Ella Hamner led the way with three goals scored. Myla Browning also scored a goal. Emily Mattingly was awarded the Mental Attitude award. Memorial finished their season with 22 wins, no losses and one tie.

(Class 2A Boys) Brebeuf Jesuit 2, Mishawaka Marian 1: This was the first of four games played last Saturday. The third ranked Brebeuf Jesuit were looking to repeat as the 2A state champs. Mishawaka Marian planned

on winning the third state title and first since 2016. Brebeuf Jesuit edged fourth ranked Mishawaka Marian 2-1 to win back-to-back state championships. Ben Haneline and Mateo Soria each scored a goal for Brebeuf Jesuit. Jaxon Hundt scored the lone goal for Mishawka Marian.

(Class 3A Boys) Noblesville 1, Columbus North 0: The seventh ranked Noblesville Millers only needed one goal to defeat Columbus North 1-0. With this win, Noblesville repeated as Class 3A champions. Jake Johns scored the goal for the Millers at the seventeenth minute of the game. Noblesville finished the season with sixteen wins, three losses, and three ties.

(Class 3A Girls) Noblesville 1, Carmel 0: This was Noblesville’s third state title in four years. Ava Bramlett scored the only goal in the game in the first half. That goal was enough for Noblesville to defeat Carmel. The top ranked Noblesville Millers finished the season with twenty wins and one loss. Carmel ranked third in the Class 3A poll finished the season with a 18-3-2 record.

(Class 1A Girls) Park Tudor 3, Fort Wayne Canterbury 0: The last matchup to be awarded a state crown. This game was held scoreless in the first half. Park Tudor pulled away in the second half scoring three goals to win. With the win, this is Park Tudor’s first state title since 2019. Scoring goals for Park Tudor were Katie Hur, Gretchen Farley, and Lizzie Miller. Goalkeeper Lucy Furqueron had her eighteenth shutout of the season. The top ranked Park Tudor team finished the season with 21-1-1 record. Fort Wayne Canterbury ended their year with a record of 12-9-2.

High School Football Recap - Tuesday, November 1, 2022

IHSAA football playoffs resume Friday night

Across the state of the Indiana, the Indiana High School Athletic Association football playoffs are back in action with the sectional championship this Friday, November 4, 2022. There are six classes competing for a state championship. All regional games will be played on Friday, November 11. Semi-state matchups are scheduled for November 1819. The State Finals will be played at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis with three games on Friday, November 25 and three games on Saturday, November 26 to determine a state champion for each of the six classes.

(NOTE: Teams are listed with current record.)

IHSAA Sectional Semifinal Football Results from October 28, 2022 (Southern Indiana)

Class 5A (Sectional 15) Evansville North 24, Floyd Central 7 Castle 42, New Albany 14 Class 4A (Sectional 24) Evansville Memorial 21, Jasper 18

Boonville 28, Evansville Reitz 27 Class 3A (Sectional 30) Owen Valley 28, Gibson Southern 21 Pike Central 22, West Vigo 15 Class 3A (Sectional 32) Southridge 49, Corydon Central 21 Heritage Hills 35, Charlestown 25 Class 2A (Sectional 37) Linton-Stockton 35, Southmont 29 Sullivan 30, Cascade 14 Class 2A (Sectional 40) North Posey 55, Paoli 31 Evansville Mater Dei 49, Tell City 21 Class 1A (Sectional 48) Tecumseh 49, North Daviess 20 Providence 28, West Washington 12 IHSAA Sectional Championship Football matchups for Friday, November 4, 2022 (Southern Indiana)

Class 5A (Sectional 15) Evansville North (6-4) at Castle (6-4)

Class 4A (Sectional 24) Evansville Memorial (8-3) at Boonville (8-3) Class 3A (Sectional 30)

Pike Central (3-8) at Owen Valley (11-0) Class 3A (Sectional 32) Southridge (10-1) at Heritage Hills (7-4) Class 2A (Sectional 37) Linton-Stockton (11-0) at Sullivan (7-4) Class 2A (Sectional 40) North Posey (9-2) at Evansville Mater Dei (8-3) Class 1A (Sectional 48) Tecumseh (10-0) at Providence (8-2)

Associated Press Poll (Final)

Class 6A

1. Hamilton Southeastern (10-0) - beat Homestead 35-0

2. Indianapolis Cathedral (8-1) - beat Lawrence North 44-35

3. Brownsburg (8-1) – beat Ben Davis 48-20

4. Center Grove (8-2) –beat Franklin Central 14-10

5. Fort Wayne Carroll (100) - beat Penn 35-7

6. Crown Point (10-0) –beat Portage 44-14

7. Carmel (6-4) – lost to Westfield 28-9 (10/28)

8. Ben Davis (6-4) – lost to Brownsburg 48-20 (10/28)

9. Westfield (7-3) – beat Carmel 28-9

10. Penn (7-3) – lost to Fort Wayne Carroll 35-7 (10/28)

11. Fishers (7-3) – beat Fort Wayne Northrop 49-7

12. Warren Central (5-5) –beat Southport 58-0

13. Warsaw (8-2) – beat Elkhart 14-9

14. Lafayette Jeff (8-2) – beat Lake Central 34-28 (OT)

Class 5A

1. Fort Wayne Snider (9-1) - beat Fort Wayne Dwenger 41-6

2. Whiteland (9-1) – beat Terre Haute North 63-3

3. Bloomington South (81) - beat Columbus East 35-7

4. Mishawaka (9-1) – beat South Bend Adams 35-6

5. Lafayette Harrison (82) - lost to Plainfield 35-28 (10/28)

6. Merrillville (7-2) – beat Munster 55-20

7. Fort Wayne North (8-2) – beat Anderson 49-9

8. Franklin (8-2) – beat Terre Haute South 35-34

9. Valparaiso (7-3) – beat

LaPorte 42-3

10. Fort Wayne Dwenger (6-4) - lost to Fort Wayne Snider 41-6 (10/28)

11. Terre Haute South (64) - lost to Franklin 35-34 (10/28)

12. Chesterton (5-5) – beat Michigan City 28-20

13. Castle (6-4) – beat New Albany 42-14 Class 4A

1. New Palestine (110) – beat Greenfield-Central 33-9

2. Indianapolis Roncalli (10-1) - beat Indianapolis

North Posey sophomore Jed Galvin

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over Paoli.

Vikings play Mater Dei Friday.

Mount Vernon High School senior

2022 Kiwanis

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Hertel; Second Place - Maverick Hoehn; Third Place - Camoran Fish-

Matthew Will, Kingsley Parrisin, Lyla Hartman, and Brantley Wilkes.

When asked to strike a pose for the camera - these two did just that. Skyler Alcantar and Maverick Schiff enjoy Trick or Treating in New Harmony on Saturday afternoon then waited for the annual Golf Cart Parade to gather even more candy.

Photo by Theresa Bratcher

The Armstrong family were all smiles as they tossed candy to those waiting on Main Street in New Harmony for the annual Golf Cart Parade on Saturday evening. Pictured l to r are: Connie, Thomas Jr., and Thomas Sr.

Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Taking advantage of the great weather on Saturday afternoon to Trick or Treat New Harmony homes and businesses are in front, l to r: Jiexi Li, Hannah Bell and Guy Bell. In back are Jason and Heather Bell. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Lyla DeShields ‘moooos’ her way through the Old Union Church Trunk or Treat held Saturday afternoon in Poseyville. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Having fun at the Harvestime Temple Fall Party are, l to r: Avery Voelker, Ella Branam, Emma Renshaw, Finley Bullard, Chloe Martin, River Cole and Kylee Snelling.

Photo by Brandon Cole

Pictured l to r, Angie Westfall, Phyllis Westfall, Lisa Harrison, Jessica Devillez, Nancy Lodwig, and Lori Espenlaub dressed the part for the New Harmony Kiwanis ‘Spook-ghetti’ Dinner on Friday evening at Holy Angels Community Center. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Katie and Nick Mayes were one of the many ‘Trunks’ during the Saint Francis Xavier Church Trunk or Treat in Poseyville on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Kayce Moore

Sarah Szubinski and Airiebella Gottine were more than happy to be handing out treats during the Saint Francis Xavier Church Trunk or Treat in Poseyville on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Kayce Moore

Harlow Leach, daughter of Brandon and Hannah Leach, at the Zion-Lippe UCC Trunk or Treat on Sunday. Photo by Brittney Schmitt

Diann Uhde and Anthony Bender take a break during the Trinity Church Trunk or Treat on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dave Pearce

The Reverend Allen Rutherford, Pastor of Saint John’s Episcopal Church prepares to hand out candy on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dave Pearce

Isaac Scott and daughter Kinsley pause for a picture during the Hoehn Plastics Inaugural Fall Family Fun Day held at their plant in New Harmony on Saturday. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

At left, Ben Riddle, Travis Judge, Abigail Riddle, Max Riddle, Autumn McGillem, and Chase Riddle gather candy during the Saint Francis Xavier Church Trunk or Treat in Poseyville on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Kayce Moore

Enjoying Zion-Lippe’s Trunk or Treat on Sunday afternoon are, left to right, Demont, Maverick, Rhiannon, Monte, Maxen, Joe and Sheri Anderson. Photo by Brittney Schmitt

New Harmony businesswoman Mary Beth Guard goes all out for Halloween in New Harmony on Saturday evening. Photo by Dave Pearce

Long-time Mount Vernon School secretary Trudy Keach helps prepare meals for the Trinity UCC pork chop dinner on Saturday evening. Photo by Dave Pearce

The Travers family enjoyed ‘Trunk or Treat’ at the Old Union Church in Poseyville on Saturday afternoon. Pictured are: Brooke holding Nora, Michael, Lexi and Ava. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Pictured left to right enjoying the annual Savah Ham and Turkey Supper are Andy Baldwin, Connie Mercer, Joanie Mercer, Ann Baldwin, and Charlene Baldwin.

Passing out treats on Sunday afternoon at the First Christian Church in Mount Vernon are, left to right, Becky Wells, Jessica Wright, Andrew Wright, Ted Bethel, Finn Bethel, Griffin Wright, Beverly Cross, Gail Carlisle, Samantha Blackburn, Jane Trammel, and Sheila Blackburn.. Photos by Dave Pearce

Participants of the Costume Contest held during Hoehn Plastics Inaugural Fall Family Fun Day on Saturday are, front row, l to r: Gracyn Wilkey, Mareah Kiefer, Brody Hoehn, Wyatt Kane, and Jace Anderson. Back row, l to r: Abigail Williams, Makenya Drake, Ashlynn DeLap, Alexia Reed, Braelyn Scott, Piper Hogan, Sophia Pollard, and Hazel Wright. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Saint Philip Ladies Club Card Party - Wednesday, November 2 - 6 p.m. - Saint Philip Gymnasium - MV

Longaberger Basket Bingo - Thursday, November 3, - Doors open at 5 p.m. - Posey County Community Center - NH

Bridges of Hope Annual Fair Trade Christmas -

Saturday, November 5, - 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. - First United Methodist Church Wesley Hall - MV

Poseyville Christian Church Chowder - Carryout - Saturday, November 5, - Starts at Noon - Poseyville Christian Church - PV

Mount Vernon Community Church - Black’s

Chapel Annual Chicken Supper - Saturday, November 5, - 4 - 7 p.m. - MV

MVHS Class of ‘72 Reunion - Saturday, November 5, - 5 p.m. - American Legion - MV

Keck-Gonnerman Sunday Social Chicken Dinner - Sunday, November 6, - Doors open at 3 p.m. -

Dinner at 4:30 p.m. - KeckGonnerman Building - NH

North Posey Girls Softball Fundraiser - First Annual Mattress Fundraiser - Sunday, November 6, - 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., - High School auxiliary Gym - PV

Tacos and Trivia - Saturday, November 12 - 6 p.m. - American Legion - MV

Immanuel UCC Movie Night - Saturday, November 12, - 6:30 p.m. - Fellowship Hall - MV

Saint Peter’s UMC Women’s Annual Christmas Auction - Sunday, November 13, - 2 p.m. - Church basement - EV

Mount Vernon Ministerial Association Community Thanksgiving ServiceSunday, November 20 - 4:30 p.m. - Saint John’s Episcopal Church - MV

Saint Wendel Golf Cart and ATV Christmas Parade - Saturday, November 26 - 6 p.m. - Knights of Saint John - SW Keck-Gonnerman Meeting - First Thursday of every month - 7 p.m. - KeckGonnerman building - NH

Mount Vernon School Board Meeting - First Monday and Third Monday of every month - Mount Vernon Jr. High Library - 5:45 p.m.

Posey County Commissioners Meeting - First and Third Tuesday of every month - Hovey House,

Mount Vernon - 9 a.m.

Cynthiana Town Board Meeting - Second Monday of every month - 5 p.m.Cynthiana Town Hall

North Posey School Board Meeting - Second Monday of every month - 6:30 p.m. - North Posey School Administrative Office

Posey County Council Meeting - Second Tuesday of every month - 9 a.m.Hovey House, Mount Vernon

Posey County Election Board Meeting - Second Tuesday of every month9:30 a.m. - Posey County Election Office

Poseyville Town Council Meeting - Second Tuesday of every month - 5:30 p.m.Poseyville Town Hall

Board of Works - Every two weeks on Thursday - 9 a.m. - Mount Vernon City Hall

Mount Vernon Board of Zoning Appeals - Second Thursday of every month - 5 p.m. - Hovey House, Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon Area Plan Commission Meeting - Second Thursday of every month - 6 p.m. - Hovey House, Mount Vernon

Mount Vernon Parks Board Meeting - Third Monday of every month - 4 p.m. - Hedges Central School Entrance 16, Mount

New Harmony Town Council Meeting - Third Tuesday of every month8:30 a.m. - New Harmony Town Hall

Griffin Town Council Meeting - Third Saturday of every month - 12:15 p.m. - Griffin Bethel Fire Department

Posey County Redevelopment Commission - Fourth Monday of every month - 9 a.m. - Hovey House, Mount Vernon

Posey County Soil and Water Conservation District Meeting - Fourth Tuesday of every month - 8:15 a.m. - Hovey House

Mount Vernon Common Council Meeting - every two weeks on Wednesday6:30 p.m. - Mount Vernon City Hall

Mount Vernon Water Utility Board Meetingevery two weeks on Wednesday - 6:30 p.m. - Mount Vernon City Hall

Posey County Regional Sewer District Board Meeting - Second Tuesday of every month - 11:30 a.m. - Hovey House, Mount Vernon

Events may be included by calling 812-682-3950 or by email at news@ poseycountynews.com

Vernon

Mareah Kiefer, 10-year-old daughter of Hoehn Plastics employee Zack Kiefer took the reins on her carriage ride offered during the Inaugural Fall Family Fun Day held on the grounds of the company’s New Harmony plant on Saturday afternoon. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

for by Buchanan for County Council, Beth Buchanan Treasurer

Livie Maier and Jane Snyder enjoy a game of Corn Hole during the Hoehn

Family

Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Paul Allison hands a heaping plate of Spaghetti to Karen Donner at the Kiwanis annual dinner held Friday evening at Holy Angels Community Center in New Harmony.

Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Darin Keitel mans his ‘Trunk’ at the Trinity UCC Trunk or Treat held in Mount Vernon on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dave Pearce

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Ballots will be mailed out and are due back to the Election Office by 6 p.m. on Tuesday, November 8 to be counted. Ballots can ONLY be returned by mail, in-person by the voter, their Power of Attorney, by someone in the voter’s household or a family member (as defined for poll worker eligibility purposes in IC 3-6-6-7(a)(4)).

Absentee Ballot by Travel Board: If a voter is confined and/or unable to mark their own ballot, then a bi-partisan Travel Board team can visit their residence or healthcare facility to assist with marking and preparing their ballot if necessary. Contact 812-838-1339 to request an Application for Absentee Ballot by Traveling Board prior to the deadline of noon on Monday, Nov. 7.

Early in-person voting: Beginning Wednesday, October 12 thru Friday, November 4 any registered voter can vote in person at the Courthouse M-F between 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., on Saturday, October 29 &

November 5 between 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., and November 7 between 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Also on Saturday, October 29 & November 5 you may vote either at the Marrs Township Fire Station, 5960 N. Ford Rd., Mt. Vernon or the Poseyville Community Center, 60 N. Church St., Poseyville between 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Election Day: Tues., November 8 from 6 a.m. –6 p.m. Posey County is now a Vote Center County; therefore, registered voters may vote at ANY of the following 10 locations no matter where they reside within Posey County:

Cynthiana Community Center, 10456 Mulkey Rd., Cynthiana

Holy Angels Community Center, 423 South St., New Harmony

Immanuel Church of Christ, 5812 Ford Rd., Mt. Vernon

Knights of St. John, 11714 Winery Rd., Wadesville Mt. Vernon Community Church, 1800 W. 4th St., Mt. Vernon Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, 1717 N. Main St., Mt. Vernon

Posey County Community Center, 111 Harmony Township Rd., NH Poseyville Community Center, 60 N. Church St., Poseyville St. Peter United Methodist Church, 2800 St. Philip Rd. S, Evansville Wadesville Fire Department, 4200 Princeton St., Wadesville

Township Board Member

Paid for by The Posey County Republican Party

Jim Tomes Senate District 49

Wendy McNamara House District 76

Maegan Greenwell County Auditor

Nancy Hoehn County Assessor

Greg Newman Commissioner, District 2

Jerry Chastain III County Council, District 2

David Dausman County Council, District 3

Tom Latham Sheriff

Virginia Jung Center Township Trustee

Brandyn S. Mohr, Black Township Donald Oeth, Black Township Heather Reese, Black Township Curtis Mort, Center Township Rick Sellers, Center Township Patricia Watson, Center Township John Pate, Lynn Township

Alladean Kramer, Marrs Township Stefani R. Miller, Marrs Township Jim Nash, Robb Township Sarah Newton, Robb Township Janet Essex, Robinson Township Frank Kanowsky, Robinson Township Larry O. Lewis, Robinson Township

Thomas Clowers County Prosecutor

Zack George County Council, District 4

Christina Seifert Marrs Twnsp Trustee

Don Mercer Lynn Township Trustee

Kay Kilgore County Clerk

Jerry Walden Black Township Trustee

Margaret Montgomery Robinson Township Trustee

Charles Carter Robb Township Trustee