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Arrest is made in double homicide in Mount Vernon By Trisha L. Lopez New details have emerged in the slayings of Mount Vernon couple John and Elizabeth Hall, found dead in their Mulberry Street home on November 6, as their alleged killer is slated to appear in court today. Austin M. Kusturin, 28, arrested outside his apartment building at the 500 block of Melody Lane in Mount Vernon Tuesday evening, will be charged with two counts of murder, a level A felony at his court appearance this afternoon. Court documents reveal that the couple, found in their bedrooms by their daughter that morning, were

killed by gunshot wounds. Their daughter told police that she had not had personal contact with her parents since about 6 p.m., on Thursday, November 4. Police discovered evidence of forced entry into one of the rear doors of the victims’ home, specifically a broken glass pane on an exterior door and broken glass located just inside the door. The Probable Cause Affidavit filed in Posey Circuit Court on Monday revealed the following information uncovered by Mount Vernon and Indiana State Police during the course of their investigation, which remains ongoing:

Austin Kusturin

The victims’ phones, determined to have been taken from the crime scene and later found along with a IPad Mini belonging to John Hall’s employer on Sunday, November 7, were traced to numerous locations east and south of the victims’ residence beginning at about 6:51 a.m., on Friday, November 5. Surveillance videos obtained from a neighbor showed a vehicle stop behind the couple’s residence at about 6:49 a.m., on Nov. 5. Additional surveillance collected from the MSD of Mount Vernon shows a car missing a right front passenger headlight which moved east on Sixth Street in the area of Harriett Drive at about 6:51 a.m. It

turned south on Harriett and proceeded down Fourth Street. Data from the phone provider showed that the phones moved on or near the east side of Mount Vernon near the Chuckles gas station at about 6:59 a.m., on Nov. 5. Video obtained by the MVPD from the gas station showed Kusturin inside the store paying for gas and a Gatorade after emerging from a small silver passenger vehicle missing a right front headlight. He was wearing a dark, hooded sweatshirt, a sock hat, dark pants with a white stripe down the side and dark athletic shoes. Ad-

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Posey officers will soon wear body cameras

Savings on insurance nets raises

By Lois Mittino Gray Due to the current county census figures, Posey County election lines will need to be redrawn in some cases and council district boundaries will move around. Posey County Clerk Kay Kilgore told the Posey County Commissioners this information at their November 2, morning meeting at the Hovey House. “Every ten years, after the census, we have to redraw lines. We did not have to change any precincts at this time. There was no need to realign the three commissioner voting districts, as those are based on land mass. We did have to balance the four council voting district boundaries, which are based on population. After 2010, there was a ten percent deviation in population of the districts and that was acceptable. Now after 2020, there is a 21 percent deviation and I had to do take action,” she described. The County Clerk proposed a plan that will take the county down to a 9.94

By Trisha L. Lopez Salary issues and EMS shortages topped the agenda of the November Posey County Council meeting at the Hovey House on Tuesday. Members of the Posey County Council approved the 2022 salary ordinance with a $1,000 increase for county workers. Council discussed options for lowering the pay rate of new employees to ensure that long-term workers receive higher salaries, but concerns about wage fairness and competing with other employers were raised and the idea was shot down after about 40 minutes of discussion. Posey County Auditor Maegan Greenwell suggested looking at longevity pay for the 2023 budget. “If you want a separation and you want to reward people for staying, then I think we look at longevity and say ‘ok, you’ve been here for five years so you get an additional $500’ or whatever that number

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Members of the North Posey High and Junior High School Spell Bowl Teams became State Champions on Saturday. Pictured before they were honored with a fire truck ride with sirens and lights through Poseyville are, front row, l to r: Shawnee LaMar, Maya Mauck, Dharma Fribley, Lauren Wilsey, and Emma Moore. Middle row, l to r: Julia Rice, Madisyn Roberts, Katelyn Seibert, Aiden MacMunn, Addy Lingafelter, Skyy Shaw, Braylon Games, Braden Willis, and Kylea Devoy. Back row, l to r: Audry Fisher, Ciara Schenk, Makayla Helfert, and Alexa Gutierrez. Not pictured: Hayden Farrar, Maggie McCutchan, Lora Cummins, and Dawson Wunderlich. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

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North Posey students add color to successful seasons

High School Principal Sean Fisher with his new Assistant Principal Amy Duvall. By Lois Mittino Gray It was a happy gathering at the November 9, North Posey School Board meeting. High school athletes were crowded into the doorways and chairs as they smiled and giggled and told of their success this season at competitions while being lauded by

the board. School Superintendent Michael Galvin gave a report that COVID numbers were down to almost zero at the schools. The board also hired a new high school assistant principal that filled “all of our district administration positions for the first time in a year and a half,” beamed Galvin. Even the three boy scouts attending the meeting with New Harmony Scoutmaster Tim Wiley smiled as they took notes for their ‘Citizenship in the Community’ badgework. The meeting began with Athletic Director Waylon Schenk talking about the outstanding fall season all the Viking teams experienced. Members representing the Cross Country, Tennis, and Volleyball teams were present. Max Renshaw, who called himself a “country underdog kid,” described his “cool” experience competing at the State Tennis Tournament. Cross Country runners Kade Buecher, Olivia Esche, Abigail Pardon, and Gavin Wheeler all advanced to the Regional Tournament at Prides Creek. Freshman runner, Kade Buecher, and sophomore runner, Olivia Esche, both advanced to semi-state. Coach Natalie Macaulay was present with her Ladies Volleyball team to share her team journey to semi-state. The Volleyball team made school history with a Regional title and had a valiant effort at the semi-state tournament. The athletes received a standing ovation from board members and the audience and Schenk thanked the coaches for their dedication.

The board unanimously approved the recommendation to hire Amy Duvall as the new Assistant Principal at the high school, replacing Sean Fisher who was promoted to Principal at the beginning of the school year. Galvin said that eight candidates went through one hour interviews with a barrage of questions and Duvall was an “outstanding candidate.” Duvall taught English in the classroom for 17 years and is presently the Assistant Principal at Gibson County Middle School. Due to that commitment, she will not begin her new role until January 3. Her salary was set at $76,000, plus the administrative benefits package and will be prorated for the remainder of the year. Galvin presented the 2022-2023 school calendar for discussion with two options considered by teachers and administrators. Option two was selected and approved by the board. This option bumps Fall Break to the second week in October, instead of the first week when Fall Festival is held on the West Side. This way the 9 week grading period will end at its start and not have to be continued for one week upon return from the break as before. Option Two was also unanimously approved for the 2023-2024 school calendar. In other personnel action taken: • FMLA requests were approved for birth of children to

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North Posey sweeps Spell Bowl competition North Posey Junior High dominates state spell bowl

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By Lois Mittino Gray Members of the North Posey Junior High Spell Bowl team won the state title in Class 3 competition with a whopping 29 points over the second place team total. “We had a score of 60 words spelled correctly out of 72 possible. The second place team was Sarah Scott Middle School with a score of 31 out of 72. This was a weekend at Purdue University we won’t soon forget!” Team Coach Kelly Lashley said exuberantly. Lashley, in her third year as the Spell Bowl Coach, won second place at the state level the past two years. She was aiming for a first this year and her team of ten seventh and eighth graders delivered and trounced the

competition. The school received a beautiful white banner to hang in the school hallway and each team member received a personal plaque and a medal commemorating the win. And, of course, there’s all the “bragging rights” that accompanies the sweep! What does Coach Lashley feel is the key to her team’s overwhelming victory? She receives the list of 1,661 words for the contest on May 1 before the semester ends. “I ask them to look them over and do as much studying as they can during the summer, but do not require it. We start officially the second week of school. We meet three days a week during lunch and one day a week after school. We make studying the list of

words fun by making up songs, playing games with them on the computer, and quizzing each other,” she explained. They cover about a page of words every two practices. These are not all typical words, some are real humdingers. A few words used in competition this year were mille-feuille, scherzo, circumstantiate, paraffin, occasionally and Zouave, a French Infantry unit. “This year there were a lot of homophones (words that sound alike, but are spelled differently), hyphenated words and ‘space words’ that have a space between them, such as acetylsalicylic acid. We make up songs about them. The space words

we chanted to the tune of Old McDonald’s Farm,” the coach said. This approach uses both right and left hemispheres of the brain to learn and is more fun. The prepared team left school on Friday afternoon to compete and strutted down the ‘Walk of Fame’ to get to the awaiting bus. This is when students line the hallways, cheering and clapping, and showing their support with high-fives. After the ride north, the team had a fun Friday evening staying at a hotel near the Purdue University campus, eating pizza, and swimming in the pool. On Saturday morning, they went

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I really should have said it more spent some time at home with both of them, the age range often left me feeling like I was growing up alone. So I adopted Carla as my surrogate sister. She was the daughter of my oldest sister and we were less than two years apart in age. We saw each other and played together relatively often but we weren’t together all the time. It was pretty much the perfect way to have a sibling near your age. We got along well and rarely had disagreements. Our time and visits together were too short. We made the most of them. Carla had a special talent for music and I had and still do have a great appreciation for music and anyone who can successfully play or sing beautiful melodies. That was Carla. We were more than friends. We were close relatives. We often found ourselves telling each other our troubles and using each other as sounding boards. She was a tremendous asset. But along about her sophomore

B D P I hope you knew how I really felt about you. I hope you knew how proud I was of you. I hope you knew that I loved you as much as a sister or brother. But on this evening of your funeral, I’m not sure I ever took the time or made the eﬀort to tell you fully. Carla Medley Thompson was my niece and on Sunday, we had the unenviable task of laying her to rest, following a totally unexpected death, in nearby Owensville. The range of ages in my immediate family spanned a lot of years. My oldest sister is 18 years older than me and my youngest brother is five years younger. I was one that you might say was born in the middle. My older brother is seven years older and my younger brother is ﬁve years older than me. And even though I

year of high school, she fell in love. Like most first loves, I figured it was a passing fad and I would be there to comfort Carla when it went sour. But it never went sour. She went on to date Tim for five years, the last of which they were in college together at Indiana State University. Tim was somewhat quiet and reserved and Carla was just the opposite, making them the perfect match. While she was in high school, I found myself on a few double dates with Tim and Carla. The one constant on those dates was that Tim and Carla were always together. But most of the time, I was with a different date than I had the last time. But I don’t regret that. There are some things I do regret. I was so proud of Carla when she became Miss Owensville. The win gave her an automatic entry into the Miss Evansville Freedom Festival, as some of you old timers can remember. Although I was there for the talent competition and the

crowning, I’m not sure I ever actually told her how beautiful she sang and how proud I was to call her my niece. She later on became a teacher and a music and choir leader at several various schools and churches. She never met a stranger, at least not for long. Her infectious smile and personality could turn even the hardest heart into a smile. I’m not sure I ever told her how much I loved and appreciated her for being herself. She loved her Tim, her music, and her family. She found a way to make each of them special in their own way. I’m not sure how she did it but I don’t think I ever told her how proud I was of her for being able to balance the pieces of her life. She took early retirement after teaching music at Princeton High School for 15 years. At the time of her death, she was giving voice and music lessons to 42 students. She couldn’t say no to anyone she thought could love music as much as

she did. She was loyal and when she found something she liked, she stuck with it. But on Veteran’s Day, she received a higher calling. God must have had need for a new director in one of his heavenly choirs. Carla was taken from us. She and Tim had lived and loved for over 44 years as husband and wife and four or ﬁve years prior to that. I hope she knew how proud I was of her and the life she and Tim had built. Oh, I think that actions speak louder than words and I believe I showed her numerous times how proud I was and how much I loved her. And even if I had told her a time or two how proud I was, it wasn’t enough. Please show love and appreciation to those who mean the most to you while the opportunity is there. Because some day, the opportunity will be gone. Don’t ﬁnd yourself wondering if you showed them enough or told them enough that you loved them and that you are proud.

Raise A Parting Glass got his college education at West Point and now receives disability beneﬁts due to physical health problems caused by his active-duty combat service on the front lines of both the Gulf War and the Iraq War. His son, Nick, our grandson, just graduated from Army Ranger School as Jim did about thirty years ago. Nick also got his college education via an R.O.T.C. scholarship thanks to the Army. During WWII my mother’s three brothers and one of her sisters served as did my wife’s grandfather and two uncles. Each of these honorably serving family members received post-war beneﬁts from a grateful nation. So, once again, thank you America. Now going back another generation to my grandfather, Adolphus Cash Redwine, who was born in Georgia in 1848 before he moved to southeastern Oklahoma. With grandpa

B J J R The old Irish folk ballad, “The Parting Glass”, is a favorite Irish drinking song and is almost always sung, often a cappella, to help the dearly departed on their way. Military veterans are also frequently toasted to honor their service as glasses are raised and the ballad is sung. As you will see that tradition was carried from Ireland to America. It is Veteran’s Day and as a veteran I have been thinking of all the service members, those who have served before and with me and those who are serving now. The United States Air Force was very good to me even though I gave little more than some of my time during a time my time was not otherwise of much value. While in the Air Force I was sent to Indiana University for one year to study a foreign language. Once honorably discharged I received four years of the G.I. Bill. I still receive VA health benefits. If a balance sheet were kept, I would be much more benefitted than contributing. Fortunately, no such accounting is made. So, thank you America. And it is not just myself in my family who have been blessed to serve. Both of my brothers and my brother-inlaw received honorable discharges and veteran’s benefits from the Army. Our father wanted to serve in World War II but a massive heart attack and his age caused Uncle Sam to say “no thanks.” In my immediate family our son, Jim,

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we ﬁnd a murkier but perhaps more interesting veteran even if I am not sure which color uniform the Civil War era teenaged soldier wore. All I do know is that a few years ago my ﬁrst cousin, Paul Redwine, who was the eldest son of one of my father’s numerous brothers living in the Wilburton, Oklahoma area told my sister, Janie, another of our uncles, Henry, received a letter of inquiry from the Veteran’s Administration in regard to our grandfather. The letter stated grandfather’s military records indicated he was entitled to a military grave marker. Please remember this was at a time all service, Confederate or Yankee, was honored. The VA wanted someone to guide them to grandfather’s burial site. Paul said our Uncle Henry volunteered and the federal man showed up in Wilburton, Oklahoma with a bronze marker for grandpa’s grave. Uncle Henry was one of

the few people who knew the place where granddad was buried as grandfather was a Baptist minister who was preaching from the bed of a buckboard at a camp meeting in the remote hills of southeastern Oklahoma when something spooked the team of mules hitched to the buckboard. The mules took off and grandfather was thrown to the ground and killed. The congregation, at my grandmother’s request, buried grandpa right there with a board to mark the spot. That area grew into the tiny Bug Scuffle Cemetery outside Wilburton. Uncle Henry knew generally where the Bug Scuffle Cemetery was located among the sparsely populated hills. Unfortunately, Uncle Henry also happened to be a local source of moonshine. Uncle Henry made the gentlemanly suggestion that before he and the federal man placed the marker on grandfather’s grave, they should raise a toast

in his honor using some of the family’s pride. The federal man, probably not wishing to oﬀend, readily agreed. My guess is grandfather’s military service, whatever it was, was still honorable even if his marker is not on his grave. For, as you see, Uncle Henry and the federal man raised so many parting Ball fruit jars to granddad’s service they never found his

gravesite and lost the marker during their search. However, to grandfather and all veterans I am raising a metaphorical parting glass to say thank you and well done, and thank you to America for allowing us to serve. For more Gavel Gamut articles go to www.jamesmredwine.com Or “Like/Follow” us on Facebook & Twitter at JPegOsageRanch.

about it till later. He said we were as funny as a bag full of dead baby’s. A year or two later, I was reading through a magazine (Look or Life) it showed an operating table and a trash container the doctor was holding a babies hand, about the size of a thumb nail, it was a perfect hand, then pitched it in the trash. There are couples out there that can’t have children, instead of abortion, have the baby and give it up for adoption. Its been estimated

that between 500,000 to 1,000,000 babies have been aborted. Just because you are having a good time and not having safe sex and you become pregnant doesn’t mean the unwanted baby has to die. Just think about the baby, and what he or she may become, doctors, lawyers, teachers, nurses, the president or even the next Einstein, or even ﬁnd a way for world peace, and to love our fellow man. Russell A. Granderson

Letters to the Editor Solar offers apology, donation

Roe v. Wade got it wrong

To Residents of Posey County: On behalf of Posey Solar Project, we again want to apologize for an instance of trespassing that was reported in late October in relation to ﬁeld study work. Our team has worked hard with our contractors to prevent these situations from occurring, and we were disappointed to learn of this new incident. We believe that when you make a mistake, you own up to it and work to make it right. We have reached out

Roe vs Wade the court got it wrong. It was too late for Ms. Roe to have her abortion, she had her baby, and she loves her child. The dictionary calls an abortion, feticide, the killing of a fetus a criminal abortion. Even if a woman who is pregnant is killed by a drunk driver, that person is charged with not only killing the woman but her unborn child. When I was in boot camp, our drill instructor said something to us. I didn’t think

to the neighbor who was impacted by this. We also want the larger community to know that we recognize trespassing is unacceptable and that these types of incidents erode your trust in us. To show we are serious about being a good business neighbor, Posey Solar is making a $1,000 donation to a local charitable organization. Sincerely, Josh Chavez Project Manager, Arevon Jarrod Pitts Director, Project Development, Tenaska

Hans Schmitz, PC Purdue Extension Educator Indiana Winter Climate Outlook As we look into the months of December, January, and February, the signal exists for warmer than average and wetter than average conditions. These conditions are compared to the recently released 1991-2020 average conditions, and they are due almost entirely to the prediction of a La Nina in place during the winter time period. While warmer and wetter conditions are predicted, a couple of variables remain that could change outcomes significantly. The Climate Prediction Center releases three-month outlooks on a regular basis, and their most recent update calls for a six-tenths of a degree anomaly on the warm side for

S B D H A few days ago I looked up at the sky, and I remembered the night’s of being in the top of cotton trailer out of breath and sweating from stomping cotton…then falling down in the cotton and just laying still and

temperatures across most of Indiana, with a precipitation anomaly just over a half inch greater in precipitation. Across a three-month period, these anomalies may seem to be minor, but La Nina usually creates the wettest conditions in late winter, which signifies more risk for flooding events or heavy snowfall in February. Meanwhile, the southeastern United States gets the stronger signal for above average temperatures, as the jet stream positions itself almost directly over southern Indiana and Kentucky more often during a La Nina, with cooler temperatures prevailing in areas north and more warmth to the south. This movement in the jet stream re-

sults from cooler than average temperatures in the eastern equatorial Pacific Ocean, the textbook definition of a La Nina. The 1991-2020 climate normals replaced the 1981-2010 normals earlier this year. As a result, these seasonal predictions assume, as examples, that this winter will be wetter than the usual 3.35 inches of January precipitation one expects in Evansville, up from 3.10 inches in the old normals. Likewise, Indianapolis January precipitation expectations have risen to 3.12 inches from the old 2.66 inches. South Bend, meanwhile, should expect 2.66 inches of precipitation instead of the old average of

2.29 inches. Even with precipitation expectations rising with the new climate normals, the outlook is for even wetter conditions. This seasonal outlook could fail based on two factors. If one considers analog years, the last winter Indiana experienced under La Nina conditions was…last year. We ended the winter with near normal precipitation conditions to slightly drier than average conditions in the north. Temperatures were likewise near normal. However, parts of Indiana went into the winter in drought conditions, and much of the state was in drought the prior autumn. With recent conditions having some effect on future conditions, this

winter likely does not end up similar to the last. The other mitigating factor are the shorter-term atmospheric oscillations. While the El Nino Southern Oscillation signal last for months, the Artic Oscillation switches from positive to neutral or negative in a matter of weeks, and the change can bring with it short-term variations in temperatures. A negative Arctic Oscillation is also commonly associated with that term “polar vortex.” For more information on the seasonal outlook, contact Hans at the Purdue Extension – Posey County office via hschmitz@purdue.edu or 812-838-1331, or the Indiana State Climate Office at 765-494-8060.

Be grateful for memories, blessings watching the stars. As I watched the sunset, with all these stars it made me feel so small…almost like a kid again. I remember the nights of playing outside, when I was filled with awe at the sight of all that filled the night sky. The quiet solitude, the occasional coyote off in the distance, the falling stars, the stillness of the

evening, the ending of another day. That’s the feeling I have now…no worries, just wideeyed wonder, with the peace of how wonderful our creator must be. He made all this for us to view, if we just take time to stop, look, and listen. How long do you have to live before realizing that ﬁndP / E D P

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ing happiness is as simple as stopping and just opening your eyes? I drive by this lonely windmill often to try to get a glimpse of what the sunset has in store for me. So many times I pass it and each time I get a diﬀerent picture… but this is one of the best yet. How many more will I get to see before my life is over?

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Ecclesiastes 11:7-8 Truly the light is sweet, and a pleasant thing it is for the eyes to behold the sun, But if a man live many years, and rejoice in them all; yet let him remember the days of darkness; for they shall be many. All that cometh is vanity. Don’t get so tied up in the politics or chasing a dollar that you forget to be thankful for the

simple stuﬀ like just being able to see another day. Many are denied that opportunity… I hope I never lose that feeling of wonder and excitement as I look up at the night sky, or when I wake to see another day. I wonder what gives you the feeling of being a kid again? What calms your worries? I hope whatever it is, you get to experience it often.

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Elizabeth Ann and John Stephen Hall

John Stephen Hall and Elizabeth Ann (Blakley) Hall, both 74, passed away November 6, 2021. John and Elizabeth’s love for each other was second only to their love for and devotion to God. They were kind, giving, and thoughtful. Their aﬀection for one another grew deeper and brighter through their 51 years of marriage. To everyone who knew them, they were the sweetest couple and set a wonderful example of life and love. John was a gentle and affectionate husband, father, grandfather (Poppy), and brother. He was born on February 16, 1947 to Charles (Bill) and Metabeth Hall. John graduated from Reitz High School in 1965. He attended Purdue University then graduated from USI in 1974 with a Bachelors degree in marketing. He served as

Staff Sergeant with the US Air Force for four years. John began his career in marketing, business administration and engineering at Indiana Bell, Ameritech and finally AT&T, retiring after 27 years. John then returned to the field and most recently worked for Yates Engineering of Bloomington as a Communications Engineer. He was highly regarded by his colleagues and was said to have an exceptional gift for the work he did. John loved to stay busy, challenging himself by learning new things. He balanced humility with confidence. He could always figure things out and could convince others he knew what he was doing, even when he was still learning himself. John was an avid collector of model cars, trains, and planes. He shared a love for the outdoors with his father and enjoyed watching birds, sitting next to a fire, and taking four-wheeler adventures with his son, Steven. John was baptized early in life, but, along with his granddaughter Ella, chose to rededicate his relationship with God through baptism. John appreciated the simple things: the peace of the early morning, a bedtime cup of coffee, and snuggling with his wife, kids and grandkids. Elizabeth (Betty) was a vivacious and loving wife,

Millie Doris Austin Millie Doris Austin, age 88, of Norris City, Illinois passed away on Thursday, November 11, 2021 at Enﬁeld Rehab and Healthcare. Doris was born April 13, 1933 in Herald, Illinois the daughter of the late George William and Helen (Weasel) Mobley. She was a Nurse and had worked at Carbondale Memorial Hospital in her early career while her husband Bernard was attending Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. She worked in Labor and Delivery and in the Emergency Department at Carmi Township Hospital for several years. She then worked at the Doctors Clinic in Carmi for Dr. Phillip Boren. Doris retired from the Skilled Care Unit at Carmi Township Hospital. Doris and her husband Bernard were instrumental in starting the Norris City Community Ambulance Service. Doris was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Bernard Austin, son, David Lee Austin, daughter, Rita Diane Carpenter, grandson, Brian Wesley Barton; and sisters, Jane Porter and Freda Phillips. Doris is survived by her brother, Ed Mobley and his wife Marcia; children, Gail Barton and her husband Garry, Eric Austin and his wife Kara; and Scott Austin and his wife Dana; grandchildren, Jason Barton and Catherine, Jerrod Barton and his wife Sharla, Rebecca Reynolds and her husband Chris, Andy Carpenter and his wife Sarah, Kyle Austin and Magan; and Nathan and Cade Austin; great-grandchildren, Brianne Douthitt, Jacee Barton, Morgan Warren and her husband Levi, Jaden and Jerra Barton, Austin Reynolds and his wife Kayla, Grace Skaggs, Hannah Yearta and her hus-

band Adam; Drew Carpenter and Oliver Carpenter; Briley, Harper, Declan and Gavin Austin, Mckinley, Mason and Madelyn; greatgreat grandchildren, Ryder and Reagan Douthitt, Kylie Bradford, Aaliyah Skaggs, Maren Poppy Warren and Hayden Yearta. Many nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. Visitation was held 4 - 7 p.m., on Sunday, November 14, 2021 at Campbell Funeral Home, 201 East Main Street, Norris City, Illinois. Funeral services were at 1 p.m. Monday, November 15, 2021 at Campbell Funeral Home. Private Burial will be in Powell Cemetery in Norris City. Memorial contributions may be made to Ditney Ridge Baptist Church for the Enfield Rehab and Care Center Resident Christmas Fund. The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Enfield Nursing and Rehab Center for their excellent care over the years. Eric and Scott would like to thank Gail for her many years of selfless dedication to their mothers care. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.feeneyhornakshadeland.com for the Austin family

mother, grandmother (BeBe), and sister. She was born on August 6, 1947 to Charles and Cecile Blakley. Elizabeth graduated from Mater Dei in 1965. Then graduated from Purdue in 1970 with a Bachelor’s degree in Family and Consumer Sciences. She served as an Extension Agent in Posey County for five years. Elizabeth then worked in education and the media, followed by 20 years as a coordinator for Stonebelt in Bloomington and Evansville ARC, training staff to advocate and accommodate employment of individuals with disabilities. She excelled in this field and continued to support individuals with special needs into her retirement years. Elizabeth treasured being a homemaker, planning family get-togethers, and decorating for the holidays when they would all gather. She was a member of Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) for over 40 years. It was an integral part of her walk with the Lord, and God used this time with her to increase her love for Him and others. Elizabeth loved to laugh and tell stories and would often repeat them multiple times. She found great happiness working in her yard and filling her home with fresh flowers and plants. Like her mother, she enjoyed playing games with her children and grandchil-

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dren and would play “fair and square,” never just letting the kids win because, as she liked to say, “the box says 8 and up” Invariably, her personality ﬁlled every room and brightened every phone call with joy and playfulness. She was generous with her love and couldn’t resist a good squeeze. John and Elizabeth met in 1968 at Lamey’s Dance Hall. Even while on crutches with a broken leg, John was able to woo her. They married on August 15, 1970. Their ﬁrst two years were spent in England, where John was stationed in the Air Force. John and Betty saw this time abroad as a kind of extended honeymoon, giving them the chance to live and travel throughout Europe. After returning to the United States in the mid 70’s, they settled in Mount Vernon, Indiana. In the years that followed, they moved throughout the state, but spent the majority of their years together in Bloomington, Indiana. John and Elizabeth often enjoyed camping with their three children and would regularly pile blankets in the car, driving long hours to picturesque destinations. En route, John would play the radio and sing along to his favorite oldies, as Elizabeth thumbed through all the tourist pamphlets she’d pick up at every rest stop. They enjoyed cook-

ing together, often debating whose recipes were better. They also enjoyed hunting for bargains at garage sales and auctions. Their deep enjoyment of each other’s company, no matter what they were doing, only grew throughout their 50-year marriage. They couldn’t stand to be apart and referred to their marriage as a wonderful adventure. John and Elizabeth had a deep and abiding love for the Lord and lived their lives in a way that reﬂected God’s love to others. John and Elizabeth felt blessed to share close relationships with their children and grandchildren. They are survived by their three children: Holly (Scott) Branam, Heather (Lisa) Samra Hall, and Steven (Jenny) Hall. Their grandchildren: Ella, Chris, Caleb, and Sara (Sparks) Branam, Sophia and Henry Samra, Mars Samra Hall, and Wyatt, Katelyn, Sadie, and Gracyn Hall. John and Elizabeth both had very large families. John is survived by his sisters Phyllis (Brian) Cox, Nancy Allen, and Ellen (Bob) Barbara. Elizabeth is survived by her sisters Mary Theresa McFadin, Debbie (Jim) Hillebrand, Linda (Mike) Fendrich, Karen Bush, Brenda (Buzz) Latham, and Pam Phillips. In addition to their siblings, they had more than 75 nieces and nephews.

Marie Johnson Sweeney Marie Johnson Sweeney, 93, of New Harmony, Indiana, born May 24, 1928 to Cecil and Irene (Alberson) Bailey in Cromwell, Oklahoma, passed away November 9, 2021 at her residence in the Charles Ford Memorial Home, in New Harmony, Indiana. Marie was a member of Johnson United Methodist Church where she was a Sunday school teacher for 45 years. She was also a member of United Methodist Women, she sang in the New Harmony Community Choir and the Posey County Choir. She worked at Posey County National Bank in New Harmony where she was a teller. Marie was the middle child of eleven children, they were all raised in Kinmundy, Illinois. Surviving are her children: Rita Reynolds (Greg) of New Harmony, Terry Hon (Scott) of Crossville, Illinois and Mike Johnson (Deb) of Poseyville; her siblings: Millie Bassett, Shirley Meyers, Patricia Sagadine and Gene Bailey; nine grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her ﬁrst husband of 25 years, Robert Johnson and her second husband of 19 years, Jack Sweeney.

Charles Edward Brand Sr.

Funeral services were held 10 a.m., Friday, November 12, 2021 at Werry Funeral Home in New Harmony, Indiana with burial in Maple Hill Cemetery in New Harmony, Indiana. Visitation was held from 3 - 7 p.m., Thursday November 11, 2021 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to: Johnson United Methodist Church. The family encourages everyone to celebrate Marie by wearing something red which was her favorite color and would also like to thank Heritage Hospice and the Charles Ford Home for all of the compassion and kindness they shared during their mother’s stay with them. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family online at: www.werryfuneralhomes.com.

Charles Edward Brand, Sr., 74, of New Harmony, Ind., passed away peacefully November 13, 2021 at Premier Healthcare with his family by his side. He was born January 13, 1947 in New Harmony Ind., to the late Charles “Buster” and Mary (Holland) Brand. Charles retired from New Harmony State Park after many years working in security. He was a loving husband, brother, father and grandpa. Charles loved sitting in his garage listening to old country music. He also enjoyed visiting friends and family, ﬁshing and in his younger days, hunting. His great-grandkids were the highlight of his days. He was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Sarah (Young) Brand; brothers, George and Donnie Hatch. He is survived by his son, Chuck Brand (Angie) of Wadesville; daughter, Christine Brand of New Harmony; brother, Richard Hatch (Sharon) of Florida; granddaughters, Audrey Mosby (Robert) of Poseyville and April Peterson (Tim) of Evansville; great-granddaughters, Autumn Mosby and Ella Peterson. Funeral service will be held at 12 p.m., on Wednes-

Ernest James Stevens, 94, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away November 9, 2021 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital. He was born July 20, 1927 in Boston, Ky., to the late Frank and Rebecca (Naper) Stevens. Ernie was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He worked for Babcock and Wilcox as a boilermaker. Ernie was a member of the American Legion, VFW and Boilermakers Union. He was preceded in death by his ﬁrst wife, Ruth (Gross) Stevens; second wife, Helen (Dennie) Stevens; daughter, Debra Stevens; grandsons, Jason Stevens and Sean Stevens; great-grandson, Daniel Henderson; siblings, Henry, Johnny, Charlie, May, Myrtle and Mary. He is survived by his sons, Ernest L. Stevens (Brenda Dailey) and Norman Stevens (Melinda); grandchildren, Cole Stevens (Violeta), John Stevens (Leslie), Sarah Henderson (Steven), Derek Stevens (Jamie) and Hunter Stevens (Hailey); great-grandchildren, David Stevens, Lacey and Brady Stevens, Nicole and Maya Henderson, Connor and

Jacelyn Stevens, Everleigh and Landry Stevens; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral service were held at 11 a.m., on Saturday, November 13, 2021 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main Street, Mount Vernon, Ind., with Pastor Bryan Thompson oﬃciating and burial to follow in Bellefontaine Cemetery. Visitation was held from 9 until 11 a.m., service time on Saturday at the funeral home. In lieu of ﬂowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Owen Dunn Post 5. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com

day, November 17, 2021 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main Street, Mount Vernon, Ind., with Rev. Jason Farrar oﬃciating and burial to follow in Maple Hill Cemetery in New Harmony. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m., until 12 p.m., service time on Wednesday at the funeral home. The family would like to thank Premier Healthcare of New Harmony for the loving care they provided Charles. In lieu of ﬂowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lighthouse Assembly of God, 1005 Tavern Street, New Harmony, IN 47631. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com

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They are preceded in death by their parents, as well as by John’s sister Sue Rudenko; Elizabeth’s sister, Rita Jones;brother-in-laws Hughie Jones, Brian Phillips, and Woody McFadin; and niece, Robin Phillips. John and Elizabeth adored their family and friends and prioritized spending as much time with them as possible. They will be deeply missed by all who knew them. We, the family, find comfort and assurance in God’s promise, “Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” Psalm 23:6 A celebration of John and Elizabeth’s lives will be held at the New Harmony Inn Conference Center (504 North Street, New Harmony, Indiana) on Saturday, November 20, 2021 from 1 - 4 p.m., with a memorial program beginning at 3 p.m. Denning Family Funeral Home in Mount Vernon is overseeing the arrangements. Memories of John and Elizabeth may be shared at denningfamilyfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in John and Elizabeth’s names may be directed to: Wesselman Woods https://wesselmanwoods.org/ get-involved#donate Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational. org/

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Making new holiday

Madeleine, Thanksgiving is on the way. I try not to compare our current modes of celebrating it with those of the past. Starting with breakfast at your house and continuing with the main meal at Heather and Jason’s home works pretty well. Do I miss getting out the fine china and silverware? Yah, kinda, but I am not in good enough health to do all that. I don’t miss having to deal with baking a turkey. One year, some years back, your father was open for customers, and I had to bake a bunch of turkeys to prepare. I am not at all upset that I can just get dressed and let others do the cooking. Jason loves this meal and he does the cooking. Ironically, Heather has never eaten turkey, and won’t even try it. Jason always tries to re-create his grandmother’s homemade dumplings. He makes a super chocolate pie, though. I remember so many things from the past, but, instead of letting those memories make me sad, I try to just be thankful for those years. Just having all of my loved ones around me is something to be thankful for. There are so many empty chairs at the homes of friends. I just heard that my friend, Alice Hendricks Kincheloe, has lost her husband. The same with all too many other spouses, Brenda Patrick, Jane WilB C P

liams, Bill Cardin, Anthony Goedde, and many others. I am also thankful that I can walk this year, even if that is a bit limited. All four of my doggie kids are still with us. Don is still healthy enough to work on the yard, and do many other things. He does most of the shopping, and has to make countless trips up the steps. I think back on the Thanksgivings of my childhood, even now, and can visualize the dinner on the old oak table with incredible food appearing from the tiny old kitchen. Homemade pies were my mother’s forte, and I will never eat any that begin to compare. My grandfather liked mincemeat, so she always made one for him. Most folks do not care for it. Even though it has survived many years, I don’t bother to get out the big turkey platter that was Lucile’s. Of course, we don’t bother with any of the “better” dishes and silverware now. Cranberry sauce comes from a can. Since I am the only person who eats it, it doesn’t much matter. Sweet potatoes are another item which only I like. Instead of bringing them up from a basement basket, they come from the store. I don’t scavenge for mums, asters, and pretty leaves in the yard any more, either. Like so many other things, we have created new traditions and memories. No doubt, Madeleine, you will someday look back at the photos from this Thanksgiving and comment that

Grandpa and Grandma were still living in 2021. Someone made a comment that I should write about all of the negative folks who hate anyone putting up Christmas before that last piece of pumpkin pie has been eaten. I realize that this practice does seem wrong, but, again, it is a different world. There are many reasons that this is done. It is much easier to put up outside decorations in nicer, warmer weather. For those of us who rely on artificial trees, we know that they won’t dry out like the real ones do. Time is precious to most folks, and things have to be done when it is possible. My husband’s family did not put up the Christmas tree until the night before. Supposedly, it was because “everyone knows that Santa brings the tree, as well as presents.” I suspect it was because of the fire hazard in the 40’s. They could not even imagine how things are now. Most people only had a few boxes of ornaments and it was easy to hang them quickly. Madeleine, besides helping me out of necessity, you will someday look back with nostalgia about decorating my tree and wrapping my gifts. That is the way life works. Right now, I am beyond thankful that we are able to be together for all of the current holidays. Love and family are the genuine glue that brings it all together throughout the years.

Ask Amy Koch A monthly column from the Executive Director of the Charles Ford Retirement Communities of New Harmony Consequences and challenges faced by the community Competent and compassionate individuals, who work in the healthcare industry, are feeling the dramatic aﬀects of nearly two years of being on high alert while attempting to avoid the impact of Covid-19 for themselves, their families and their patients. Perhaps, more than in any other industry, their lives have been changed at both work and home. Those employed at assisted living communities have been extremely aware that seniors fall high on the list of impacted groups. We asked Amy Koch, executive director at the Charles Ford Retirement Community in New Harmony, to help us understand the consequences and challenges being faced by the community. “Any responsible person understands that systems can struggle when required to operate under extreme stress for extended periods of time. This includes the entire healthcare industry, but especially those who work in senior care. The constant vigilance has taken its toll. We have introduced employee wellness activities, such as traumatic stress sup-

port and grief counseling to address staff fatigue and other concerns. “While industry staff turnover rates soar (some threatening to hit triple digits), ours continues to remain remarkably close to the single digits. Yet, the industry-wide weariness has affected the number of applicants to fill staff vacancies. Currently, we are diligently seeking a nurse to work either part-time or fulltime during the evening shift. It helps for people to know that in working here, they join a very special and unique team of caregivers. “The Charles Ford culture inspires us to encourage each other to renew our passion, joy and contentment in the calling of nursing care. That could describe all health care, but we believe we represent an exceptional example. One of our resident’s family members summarized it best, when she said: “You know, people can look at advertisements or see how beautiful this place is by looking at pictures. But until you actually come in and meet the people and see what all goes on in here, you have no

idea how amazing it is here. This is the best kept secret…” “We love this testimony and we don’t want it to be a secret. We believe people need to know about this place. We want applicants to come meet us and feel the warmth and community that is demonstrated every day. Among all those competitive/tangible benefits provided, there is the very fact that we’re different. I know that’s often said, but believe me, our entire community knows and feels it! “Oftentimes, the choice of the nursing profession runs in families – People say, ‘I am a nurse, my mother was a nurse, as was my grandmother. It’s in our blood….’ – you get the picture. We have nurses on our staff with this background. The Charles Ford Retirement Community culture inspires us to encourage each other to renew our passion, joy and contentment in this calling. If you’re qualified to work in nursing care and seeking an opportunity to renew YOUR passion, come check us out. We would love to show you how this culture is demonstrated.”

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The Mount Vernon “M” Club

Brenda Goff, right, was recently re-elected Republican 8th District Vice Chair. Being so, she continues to be a member of the Republican State Committee. Goff has been a District Officer for 35 years, first serving as District Treasurer. Photo submitted

Birthdays November 16 - Lucille Powers, Susan L. Trembczynski, Angela Wiley, Andrea Franks, Dale Crumbacher, Julie McGrew, Keith Oeth, Andrei Parrent November 17 - Mandi Parkhill, Britini Huck, Sidonna Southard, William R. Floyd, Alyssa Scherzinger, Harold Penner, Jimmy Davis, Bill Floyd, Holly Reinitz, Bud Roby, Jane Wase, Cheri Blackburn November 18 - Glenn Proctor, Stanley Campbell, Christopher Wiltshire, Grant Parker, Carley Redman, Jimmy Davis, Joan Roedel, Theresa Bratcher November 19 - Amy Powers, Anthony Seibert, Karen Blaylock, Ben Kron, Delaney Spillman, Terri Rutledge, Linda Straw, Michael McGrew, Madison Butler, Mary Sue Rutledge, Tom Scheller, Kevin Steel, Judy Minnick, Sylvia Woods, Lydia Arnold, Eve citizen of Mount Vernon, died Saturday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Alfred Gronemeier with whom he had been making his home since the death of his wife. Mr. Tischendorf was 92 years of age, was born in Saxon, Germany, and in 1852 he came to the United States and located in Pittsburgh, where he became a naturalized citizen. Three years later he moved to Spencer County, where in 1857 he was united in marriage to Freiderecka Remboldt and of the eight children born to this union, one son and daughter, William and Mrs. Gronemeier are the only survivors. After the Civil War, he located in this city in 1866. He was a member of the German Methodist Church, of Harrow Post, G.A.R., and one of the oldest Odd Fellows in this city. Two Grocery Stores Take In Bad Checks - Monday morning a stranger stopped at the grocery store of Simon Maurer on West Second Street, and asked the proprietor if he had any eggs and price of the same and upon being informed that they had a few on hand, the stranger stated he would be back later and buy some. As promised, late in the evening he called and purchased a dozen eggs and some groceries amounting to $1.85, he oﬀered in payment a Mount Vernon National Bank check for $16.70 made payable to Fred Gray and signed by J.A. Behrick, our well-known contractor. After properly endors-

ing the check and receiving the correct change, he picked up his groceries and walked out of the store. Mr. Maurer became suspicious and called up Mr. Berhick and to his sorrow, was informed that Mr. Behrick had not written such a check and that he had no man by the name of Gray in his employ. The check forger also fooled Mr. Simpson for the amount of $18.70. The forger probably made good his escape shortly after passing the checks. Injuries Sustained In Accident Causes Death - Our citizens were shocked Monday to hear of the sudden death of James Kreutzinger, which occurred at the noon hour at his home. His death resulted in injuries received the previous Wednesday evening at six when his auto collided with the Mount Vernon and Evansville Interurban car. Some Farmersville Prize Winners - The Farmers’ Institute and Home Products Show came to a close Friday at Farmersville with a large crowd in attendance. The following are some of the premium winners at the exhibit: Guernsey Bull First, R.E. Knight; Aged Cow - First, Robert Black; Dairy Cow any breed - First , Robert Black; Aged Cow Holstein-First, Arthur Redman; Carl Russell, Herbert Schurer, Liburn Knight, and Gladys Hinnenkamp were mentioned in keeping excellent records in “feeding and weight gain.” Other Categories - Ten Ears of Mixed Corn - First, Herschel

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Knight; Single Ear White Corn - First, Floyd Utley; Single Ear Yellow Corn - First, Roy Blackburn; Ten Ears of Popcorn First, Gaylord Russell; Peck of Potatoes - First, Arron Miller; Peck of Wheat--First, Theodore Miller; Peck of Oats - First, H.G. Wallace; Peck of Sweet Potatoes - First, John Durrell; Field Pumpkin - First, Oscar Blackburn. Sports - Basketball - Mount Vernon Boys’ defeated Newburgh 24 to 20. Starting were: Baldwin (F); Kent (F); Huntsman (C) ; Benthal (G); and Dickhaut (G). Mount Vernon Girls’ defeated Poseyville Friday night, 8 to 6. Starting were: Dexheimer (F); Wilson (F); Givens (C); Green (G); and Rosenbaum (G). Booker T. Washington To Have Basketball Team - For the time in its history, the local Booker T. Washington High School will put a basketball team on the ﬁeld this season. Guy Bishop is in charge of the team and has prospects of a fast team. Practicing has been staged daily on the outside court of the school where all games staged in this city will be played. News Briefs And Personals - Weather - The thermometer registered 26 degrees above Saturday morning, this being the coldest of the season. Vandalism - Some people have been entering Savah School, writing on boards, defacing the school register, and messing up things in general. This is not right. Box Social - On Friday night, November 18, there will be given at the Crunk School a Box and Pie Social to which everyone is invited. No Births. Sick List - Mrs. Laslie Tennison has been conﬁned to her bed with sickness. Visits To The City - Peter Horstman gave us a pleasant call Saturday John Williams of Harmony Township, transacted business in the city yesterday and while here gave us a pleasant call. Mrs. Caroline Meinschein was in the city shopping Friday. News From Mount Vernon 125 Years Ago - Alvin J. Hovey will open a dental parlor over Stinson’s Store on Main Street. Marriage Licenses John Moss and Ellen Trusley; William Hackler and Katherine Smith; and Sherman Wells and Mary Perchman.

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Operation Christmas Child collection week Nov. 15-22 Operation Christmas Child Drop-Off Center Collection Week is November 15-22, 2021 Drop your filled shoeboxes off at Mount Zion G.B. Church, Wadesville, Ind. Hours: 11/15/21 - 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. 11/16/21 - 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. 11/17/21 - 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 11/18/21 - 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 11/19/21 - 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. 11/20/21 - 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. 11/21/21 - 1 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. 11/22/21 - 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Shoebox Ideas: Toothbrush, Ivory Soap, Washcloth, Stuffed Animals, Handkerchiefs, Crayons, Pens, Pencils, 5x7 Writing Pads, Sharpeners, Erasers, Markers, 5x7 Coloring Books, Comb, Sunglasses, Stickers, Socks,

T-Shirt, Hats, Rope, Tools, Hair Clip, Toy Jewelry, Solar Calculators, Picture Books, Small Cars, Balls, Dolls, Playing Cards, Scarfs, Kazoos/Harmonicas, Yo-yos/Jump Ropes, Small Toys, Sewing Kits, Fishing Kits, Gloves, Band Aids, Shoes, and Material. These are just suggestions. You may find other items for donation, just remember it must fit in a shoebox. The ages are 2-14 years old for both boys and girls. Also, you can donate money for Shipping costs. It is $9 for each shoe box. No war items, chocolate, food, liquids, lotion, Medicines, glass items or aerosol cans. Mount Zion General Baptist, 1425 Oliver Above: Braving the cold weather Saturday morning at Capers Emporium open house Road, Wadesville, IN 47638, Phone: 812783-2337, Text: 812-496-0522, E-mail: mtzi- are l to r: Gloria Tinsley, Lori Peterson, Deanne Cervantes, and Barbara Smith. Photo by Sally Denning ongbc@gmail.com.

McNamara seeks Re-election for State Rep State Representative Wendy McNamara announced today she will be running for re-election in Indiana House District 76 in 2022. “It’s an honor to represent House District 76 in the Indiana General Assembly, and I look forward to continuing to fight for the needs of my constituents in Southwest Indiana,” McNamara said in a statement released Sunday. As Chair of the House Committee on Courts and Criminal Code, Representative McNamara has worked tirelessly with law enforcement on key public safety issues. In the upcoming 2022 session, she plans to reintroduce legislation to crack down on human trafficking. “As legislators, we must continue to empower state and local police as they work to keep our communities safe and strengthen support

for victims of crime.” The newly drawn House District 76 encompasses all of Posey County and western Vanderburgh County. “In the coming weeks and months, I will be going door to door in District 76 to hear from voters on issues that matter most to them,” McNamara concluded. Wendy McNamara has over 26 years of educational experience at Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation, where she currently serves as Director of Early College High School. She also serves on the University of Southern Indiana’s Liberal Arts Board, the Justice Reinvestment Advisory Council, and the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute’s Board of Trustees. She lives in Evansville with her dog Mercury.

Free Circus tickets available for students Join us at the 87th Annual Hadi Shrine Circus. Once again Posey County Shriners are making available free Circus Exchange Tickets for all Posey County Elementary School Students. These are STUDENT ONLY tickets. These tickets will be available, only while supplies last, at the following locations: Poseyville: Thursday, Nov. 18, Poseyville Police Dept. 5:30 to 7 p.m. New Harmony: Monday, Nov. 22, New Harmony Fire Dept. 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Mount Vernon: Tuesday, Nov. 23, Black Township Fire Dept. 6 to 8 p.m. Adult advance DISCOUNT admis-

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Show Times are: Thanksgiving Day - 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 26 - 9:30 a.m., 2 p.m., 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 27 - 9:30 a.m., 2 p.m., 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 28 3 p.m. Evansville’s Hadi Shrine Circus is the premiere Shrine Circus in North America, providing audiences the greatest value in family entertainment. Questions can be directed to Greg Oeth at 812-838-5252. We hope to see you at the circus.

Briefly “No Sleep Big Turkey Foot Adventure No Sleep Adventures is hosting the “No Sleep Big Turkey Foot Adventure four hour Race” at Harmony State Park on Saturday, November 20. Racers can start checking in at 9 a.m., the race will begin at 10 a.m. For more information visit www.nosleepadventures.com.

Saint Peter’s UMC selling pies for the holidays Saint Peter’s UMC, 2800 Saint Phillips Road, will be selling pumpkin and pecan pies for the holidays. These are baked and frozen. Large pumpkin pies $9 and pecan pies $12. Drive-thru at basement door pick-up time will be Tuesday, November 23 from 10 a.m., -12 p.m. Please call 812-985-2573 to order these pies.

Red Kettle Campaign Register to ring bells for the 2021 Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign. This is a great opportunity to have fun while helping our Posey County Community. The bell locations are PriceLess Foods, and McKim’s IGA in Mount Vernon, and Hirsch’s in Poseyville on Saturday, November 27, and December 4, 11, and 18. Volunteer times are in two-hour increments, or you can sign up for a longer time. To sign up go to registertoring.com and search for Posey County, then the location you want. Questions call Beth at 812-838-6875.

Monday, December 6, 2021, at noon at Hawg N Sauce in Mount Vernon. Our program will be presented by member Barbara Klamer, a “Rivertown Storyteller” followed by Sonie Torzewski who will lead the group singing Christmas carols. Our meal will be pulled pork barbeque with all the trimmings. The cost will be $12.50 and will include a drink, tax and tip. You may make your reservation with Ann Scarafia at 812457-3970 or email Ann at ann.bob.scarafia@gmail.com. You may also contact Steve Grannan at 812-457-5185 or email him at grannanstephen@gmail.com. I need your reservation by December 3 (Friday) at noon. Remember, newly retired teachers and support staff will be our guests for lunch. Hope to see you on December 6 at noon at Hawg N Sauce. Don’t forget to bring cleaning supplies for the Posey County Food Bank.

American Legion Post 5 203 Walnut Street, Mount Vernon, is now serving daily lunch specials. Monday thru Friday, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Salad Bar available 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Dinner Monday thru Thursday 5:30 - 8 p.m. Dinner Friday 5:30 - 8:30 p.m., watch for Friday dinner special. Dine in or Carry out, public welcome.

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Toys for Tots drop-off is in MV Steve Harding, a local Edward Jones financial advisor, is supporting the local Toys for Tots program by using his office as a drop-off location for this year’s toy drive. Local residents may help needy children in the area by bringing in a new, unwrapped toy to the office, 430 Southwind Plaza Road, Mount Vernon, IN 47620, during regular business hours beginning October 28, 2021 through December 15, 2021. Monetary gifts cannot be accepted. “With the holiday season around the corner, we are all getting ready for the festivities,” Harding said. “And as this is the season of giving,

The Children’s Nutcracker Children’s Center for Dance Education is proud to present the 2021 Children’s Nutcracker. Come see the performance on Friday, December 3, at 7 p.m., Thralls Opera House.

Christmas in New Harmony Stroll New Harmony on Saturday, December 4 and Sunday December 5, for Christmas in New Harmony. There are family events, live music, Gnome Scavenger hunt, holiday house tour and lots of shopping. See ad in today’s paper for list of events.

Pictures with Santa and Pet Parade in New Harmony The Working Men’s Institute will host pictures with Santa and a pet parade on Saturday, December 4, at 4 p.m.

Golf Cart Caroling in Poseyville North Elementary School is where you will want to be to join in the golf cart caroling. Meet in the school back parking lot at 3:30 p.m., on Saturday, December 11.

Children’s Scavenger Hunt in Poseyville Bring all the children and gather at the Town Hall at noon on Saturday, December 18, for list distribution, and then go ﬁnd the 12 treasures.

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Wildcats of the month

Students above were selected by the faculty of Mount Vernon High School as “Wildcat of the Month” for November 2021. Students are selected based on criteria which include academics, citizenship, eﬀort and attendance. November honorees are Isaiah McFadden, Ben Powell, Beau Baldwin, Lera Wilson, Grace Schroeder, Grace Lueder, Cora Bell, Susan Hines, and Arianna Forsee. Not pictured: Destiny Morgan

‘Arrest,’ continued from Page A1 ditional data from the phones showed movement throughout the day on Nov. 5 in the area of Lawrence Addition in Mount Vernon. According to BMV records, Kusturin lives in an apartment on Melody Lane in Lawrence Addition. Neighbors told investigators about a confrontation they had with a young man in the alley between their home and the couple’s home at about 11:30 p.m., on Friday, November 5. One neighbor drove into the alley after noticing a stranger dressed in black clothing. He asked him what he was doing and told him to leave. The neighbor’s wife described the person as a young white male wearing a black, hooded sweatshirt and black pants with white stripes down each leg. After the stranger left, the neighbor checked the area between his home and the Hall’s home and noticed a pin consistent with what was used to secure the back yard gate at the Hall residence and an ammunition magazine for a rifle, later determined to belong to a .22 caliber rifle. Both items were taken as evidence. Police recalled seeing a small silver car with a damaged passenger front headlight drive by the couple’s home at least twice while investigating on Nov. 6. Indiana State Police Sergeant Trevor Helmer mentioned the vehicle to MVPD Officer Korben Sellers, who was familiar with the vehicle and identified it as belonging to Kusturin. MVPD Officer Michael Collins also described working an accident in which a silver vehicle driven by Kusturin suffered a broken headlight. BMV records show that Kusturin owns a silver 2006 Buick LaCrosse. Kusturin’s fingerprint was found on John Hall’s phone. Law enforcement searched a storage unit shared by Kusturin and his mother, Deborah Kusturin, and found an AR-15 style rifle in its original packaging. An ATF trace revealed that the firearm was purchased by John Hall. According to the Affidavit, Kusturin said he was in Mount Vernon from Thursday, Nov. 4 through Saturday, Nov. 6, but was vague about details. He told police he spoke with only his mother and the mother of his child during that time. He told police he knew about the homicide investigation from news reports and admitted he’d driven by the scene although he said he wasn’t sure which day. He described seeing “yellow ‘tape’ around a

house in that area.” When police confronted Kusturin with the fact that his right thumb print had been matched to one recovered from John Hall’s phone, Kusturin said he had purchased the phone from another person in Mount Vernon who said it was stolen. He told police he had “gotten rid” of the phones and after being confronted with the location of where they were found, he admitted that he’d “thrown them in the woods out that way.” He accused law enforcement of placing Hall’s rifle in his storage unit, when asked about it by police. He later said that he’d given a key to his storage unit to someone else and said that person may have put the rifle there. After about two hours with police, Kusturin said he was having chest pains and trouble breathing. He was taken by ambulance to Deaconess Hospital in Evansville. After hospital staff evaluated Kusturin, police continued to question him about the killings. Kusturin implicated two other people in the crimes. “When I explained the evidence collected and indicated there was more to place him in the home, Kusturin denied involvement and continued to blame the others. Many times at both the sheriff’s office and at the hospital Kusturin told me that when he was (with one of the people he implicated) over the weekend, (the person) told Kursturin that (the person) was ‘on one’ and did ‘some stuff’ at a place over ‘by Hedges.’ When I asked him to be specific, he was unable,” Indiana State Police Officer Weston Kuykendall said in the Affidavit. Kusturin has a history of run-ins with the law, according to a search of the state’s court records database, and was on probation following a November 2018 narcotic drug possession charge. He pled guilty in August 2019 and was sentenced to the department of corrections for six years with the first two and a half years on electronic home detention and three-anda-half years on Drug Abuse Probation Services (DAPS). The state originally amended its charges to distinguish Kusturn as a habitual offender, but that count was dismissed following the guilty plea. An order granting permission to revoke his probation was filed on October 22, 2020 after an electronic monitoring violation and he was advised that

if he failed to comply with the state, his entire six year sentence would be served in prison. His sentence was modified to two and a half years to be served at the Vanderburgh County Therapeutic Work Release Facility with the remaining balance to be served on DAPS. His probation was transferred to the supervision of Posey County Circuit Court in May. Indiana State Police Sergeant Todd Ringle said it is unknown if any additional arrests are likely in the case, but said “our detectives are still actively investigating.” Ringle said police have received fewer than 30 tips resulting from requests for information from the public made in the days following the killings. “A few tips have helped detectives confirm information, but we didn’t receive any information from the public that led to Kusturin’s arrest,” he said. No possible motive for the killings was given in court documents. Although local authorities confirm an increase in crime in the couple’s Mulberry Street neighborhood, an issue that caused Elizabeth Hall to seek help from city officials just days before her death, Ringle said it is “too early to comment on the thefts that occurred in the Hall’s neighborhood.” He said, in his experience, “it is very unusual for minor thefts to lead to a violent crime.”

November 16 at 10 a.m. – Virtual Take & Make Christmas crafts: Pine cone swag - Join us as we make a festive pine cone swag. Watch the demonstration on our Facebook page. Register for your craft kits now. November 17 at 10 a.m. – Virtual Fabric Arts: Christmas gnome - Join Monica as she shows how you can make a Christmas gnome. Watch the demonstration on our Facebook page. Register for your craft kits now. November 18 at 10 a.m. Adult Drawing and Watercolor Workshops - This free series is for anyone wishing to learn or perfect skills in drawing or watercolor. There are still several seats available. We will be meeting in the Ohio/ Wabash room for these workshops. If you have questions or would like to take part call

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Chloe was selected as a stand-out student in the eighth grade class by her teachers because she is a hard worker and through her positive attitude she brings others along with her towards success in the classroom. Chloe also values her friendships and treats those around her with respect and care - students and teachers alike. Chloe is on the cub softball team and participates in Nanowrimo at school. She attends Zion Lippe UCC and enjoys horseback riding.

Eighth grade student, Amelia Wolsiefer, is student of the week. She is kind, polite, and respectful to her teachers and peers. She is a hard worker who puts a lot of eﬀort into academics. A natural leader who is active in Student Council and National Junior Honor Society, she is always looking for ways to help others.

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Bobcat Strong MVP By River Snodgrass “Bobcat Strong” is a term coined by the Mount Vernon Junior High School as a label for those who go above and beyond to help others around them have a good education and experience throughout their years of junior high school. They make sure everyone is treated with respect, while going out of their way to do simple, but very thoughtful things for their peers along with the teachers working in the building. Weekly Bobcat Strong MVP’s are selected, along with a Monthly MVP at the end of each month. October’s MVP was 8th grade student Ryan Hess. Ryan has continued to commit random acts of kindness for teachers along with other students. It is simple things like holding the door open, helping others in class with homework, projects, preparing for tests, etc., that made Ryan stand out this month. She even has taken it a step further by handing out gifts to teachers and students, while also offering to decorate teacher’s classrooms for the upcoming holiday sea-

the efforts made by Ryan to make Mount Vernon Junior High a great school for kids to attend. In honor of her exemplary actions this month, Ryan was sponsored by the local Evansville Teachers Federal Credit Union, and the branch manager came into school to give Ryan her reward for being October’s Bobcat Strong MVP. The community recognizes her ability to make others smile, help others through long days and continue to make those around her light up with energy and happiness. The efforts of her and her classmates will not go unnoticed. Teachers continued to notice her initiative and appreciate what she is doing in and out of the classroom. “Ryan is always willing to help students in class,” says Ryan’s history teacher, Riley Snodgrass. “She even painted me a picture for Halloween,” he added. Ryan is happy to receive the recognition and prize, but her real reward is the smiles and thank you’s she gets from teachers and classmates as she continues to go out of her way to commit small,

Ryan Hess son. An instagram page was made for the Bobcat Strong Initiative, and Ryan took it upon herself to create digital content for the page without being asked to do so. She has gone above and beyond and is the golden standard in terms of being “Bobcat Strong.” To continue her good deeds, Ryan started an organization called the “Daily Day Makers” and is recruiting other students to be a part of this joy-spreading task force. She continues to make huge efforts to help those in need of a smile as they navigate through the life of junior high. Teachers and students alike appreciate

Viking Pride By Reagan Koester Name: Addyson Lingafelter Grade: 12 Hometown: Griffin Tell me about yourself. I am a Senior at North Posey and attend the Medical Professions Academy at Central. I am planning to pursue a degree in nursing with intentions of becoming a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, WHNP. How long have you been in the activity? I have been in Spell Bowl since 5th grade at North Elementary. Tell me about your role, responsibilities, and/or involvement in this activity. As a member of the Spell Bowl team, I practice and analyze the words when they come out in May and attend practices starting in August. We compete in an invitational with surrounding schools and then the Area competition which decides if we advance to State. We have advanced all four years I have been on the High School team. What do you enjoy most about the activity?

I enjoy learning the words and understanding how they are formed but I most enjoy spending time with the other members of the team and going to Purdue for the State competition. What keeps you interested and involved in your activity? The different words and the difficulty of the words intrigue me and keep me interested. What other activities are you involved in? I am also involved in the National Honors Society, Student Council, Fine Arts Bowl, 4-H, and Junior Leaders.

Tell me about your family. I am Curt and Lori Lingafelter’s only daughter and the youngest child. My older brother is Jacob Lingafelter who works at Nix’s. My family is my biggest supporter and is always there for me. What do you enjoy doing (out of school activities and/ or for fun) during your free time? During my free time, I enjoy crafting, reading, and baking. What advice would you share with younger elementary or middle school students? I would tell them to be involved in multiple activities throughout their time at school and to enjoy their childhood and free time. What is a fun fact about you that people may not know? I raise rabbits with my grandpa. What is your favorite quote and why? My favorite quote is “It’s not about perfection. It’s about purpose.” from Beyonce because it is a hard lesson to learn and society pushes people to be perfect.

812-838-3286. Must provide your own art supplies for this program. November 18 at 3:30 p.m. - Virtual Laughs and Crafts - Join us on our library’s Facebook page. We will read a story, sing songs, enjoy fun activities, and learn about a fun take-it-and-make-it craft kit. November 22 at 10 a.m. - Virtual Story Time - Join us on our Facebook page for a virtual story time. You will also receive information on a

take-it-and-make-it craft kit. November 23 at 2 p.m. Virtual Teen Crafternoon: DIY Salt Lamps - This will be a virtual event. Sign up for a take home kit, and check Facebook and Instagram (@apl_insta) for an instructional video. November 24 at 3 p.m. - Virtual S.T.E.A.M. - Join us on the library’s Facebook page as Miss Samantha demonstrates how to make Rock Candy. November 25 and 26 -

Closed for Thanksgiving. November 29 at 10 a.m. - Virtual Story Time - Join us on our Facebook page for a virtual story time. You will also receive information on a take-it-and-make-it craft kit. December 1 at 10 a.m. - Virtual Ornament of the Month Club: Elf - Join Monica for the last Ornament of the Month club craft-a sweet faced elf. Watch the demonstration on our Facebook page. Register for your craft kits now.

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WMI’s Artifact Under Exam by Melora Adams Recently we catalogued two photographs of Frank Bolton. His photo is that of a friendly and unassuming man. Frank de Voltaire Bolton was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on December 15, 1823. His father was Samuel Bolton, who brought his family from Cincinnati to New Harmony in 1826 to join the Owen Community. His father operated the ferry here at New Harmony from 1830 to 1837, and young Frank assisted him. In 1847, at the age of 23, Frank married Mary Pooley. Of their ﬁve children, two died in infancy and only one lived to old age. Their daughter Mary Kate married Achilles H. Fretageot, and their daughter Nora married Homer Lichtenberger. It is not unusual for people in New Harmony to be involved in more than one part of its life, and Frank D. Bolton was no exception. Over the course of his lifetime, he worked in several different occupations and oﬃces. He worked in his father’s corn mill, Bolton & Son, from 1849 to some time in the 1850s. In 1853, Frank joined the local chapter of the Odd Fellows Lodge. In 1862 and 1863 he served in the U. S. Civil War, mustering in as a corporal, and honorably discharged as a sergeant major. In the 1860s and 1870s he worked as a carriage maker. In 1876 Frank was granted a license to practice law. He served as township assessor. He was twice elected a Harmony Township trustee. From 1885 to 1888 he served as New Harmony’s postmaster. In 1900, Frank passed away. He had lived in New Harmony from its early Owen Community days, but he did not concentrate his time and energy on preserving its history or making notable contributions. From his perspective, he was simply a part of the life of New Harmony; from our perspective, he is a part of its history.

In September of 1926, the ferry boat “F. D. Bolton” was launched. It was built by Arthur Emery Fretageot, who was a grandson of Frank’s. It would have made Frank remember his days working on the ferry and smile. Upcoming at the WMI: Friends of the WMI lecture on Thursday, November 18 at 6:30 p.m.: “Philanthropy: A Door of Promise and Hope” by Melissa Buller.

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‘Commissioners’ continued from Page A1 percent deviation among boundaries. She made changes in three districts. Kilgore added Lynn West and Black 2 to District One. She removed Lynn East and Lynn West and Black 2 from District Two, and added Lynn East to District Four. District Three was left unchanged. Kilgore feels none of the present council incumbents will be affected by the changes. She requested that Commissioners approve the revisions as soon as possible as she would like to have everything done in time for the first campaign filings by January 5. Posey County Sheriff Tom Latham was given permission to purchase 34 body cameras for his deputies and a full body scanner for internal searches of contraband for jail inmates. He said just last week drugs were smuggled in through a body cavity. He reported that, as of that day, there were 39 inmates from Vanderburgh County, 21 from the Department of Corrections and 93 from Posey County for a total count of 153. President Bill Collins asked him how Officer Hicks was doing in the rehabilitation hospital in Chicago. “He is getting one heck of a workout in rehabilitation and is speaking a little bit. He is mobile to a degree, but has a long way to go.” Officer Hicks was shot in the head while answering a call in New Harmony on September 18. Heather Morlan, Poseyville Carnegie Library Director and Heather Allyn, President of the Posey County Council, appeared before the Commissioners to ask for a letter of support in their efforts to get Robinson Township transferred to the Poseyville library’s tax base. “Usually the township’s taxes go to the library where the children go to school, which is South Terrace Elementary. Instead the taxes go to the Alexandrian Public Library in Mount Vernon. This is the only township in Indiana in which the taxes go elsewhere,” Morlan explained. “The $170,000 involved in this would be a huge bump for the Poseyville library and almost double their budget of $200,000. That money is only a small part of APL’s over two million dollar budget and they would not feel the loss very much. Poseyville had to take out a loan to fix a handicap ramp and has no bookmobile. Residents of Robinson Township would even see lower taxes by 2023,” Allyn noted. The Commissioners agreed that the transfer should be made and will write a letter to the APL Board in support of the transfer. Commissioner Randy Thornburg exclaimed, “Sounds good to me. Sounds like a win.” In other Commissioner action: • Jeramy Elrod, Morley Associates Project Manager, presented

an update to the board on progress on the Broadband Grant work. “We met with Mainstream, the company doing the actual installation work last week, and they are working on pole attachment agreements and permitting. We will meet with them monthly to make sure they get started by February. Commissioner Brian Schorr, attending his first meeting after being newly appointed to replace Carl Schmitz, suggested Elrod and his firm should meet with Mainstream every two weeks to “keep things moving.” “They must be finished by the end of next year and we don’t want funds to run out. We need that Internet.” • Posey County Emergency Medical Services Director Chris Neaveill reported he is currently two paramedics short: one at Saint Phillips and one at Poseyville. He still has shifts that need to be covered and is very short staffed. He has to rotate ambulances at different parts of the county. He discussed raising out of county rates for runs and will bring back more information for Commissioners next meeting • Hans Schmitz, representing the Purdue Extension Office, requested the Commissioners sign a contract for $104,505 to cover services for all of 2022 for 2.8 county educators. This would include Hans, Amanda Bender, and Kristen Lowery as the .8 educator. It was approved readily as Auditor Greenwell said that number is already in the budget line for them. Amanda Bender, the new Youth Educator since June, introduced herself to the Commissioners and told them 4-H enrollment is now open. • The Commissioners passed a Title VI Implementation Resolution as required by state law saying they will have the ADA plan in place. The ADA (handicap accessibility) plan must be updated next year and it will be sent to INDOT which requires it as soon as possible. County Highway Superintendent Steve Schenk reminded the Commissioners to act on it by January 1. The Community Crossing Grant Funds require a plan in place to get these funds by January’s grant application process. • Collins recognized the Mount Vernon Garden Club’s 60th Anniversary with a resolution stating thanks and appreciation for taking care of the beds around the Court House, Coliseum, and other county buildings. • Lists were approved of all proposed meeting dates in 2022. Most are on the first and third Tuesday of every month at 9 a.m. at the Hovey House. The exceptions, due to holidays, are Wednesdays of January 5, January 19, July 6, and September 7. • A roster of 15 holidays was also approved for employees. The new addition was President’s Day on Monday, February 21. Lincoln’s Birthday is celebrated on Friday, November 25 and Wash-

ington’s Birthday is Friday, December 23 so they can be off. • Assessor Nancy Hoehn spoke in favor of allowing Wessler Engineering to use county GIS information for work on the Wadesville –Blairsville Sewer Project free of charge. The Commissioners approved it saying, “There’s no reason not to as they are working for us.” • Hoehn also presented a plan to put all plat books in digital mode. “The books are large and unwieldly and we want all county employees to have access to the information on their desktops. That way they don’t have to make a trip to my office. It is safe and easy to use that way,” she explained. A set the first year will cost $5,520 and then $6,624 every year thereafter to update. Asked about the required transition time, Hoehn thought two to four weeks should have her manage the software involved. They would stop using the current plat books on January 1 and index them. It was approved to do this, especially as Collins noted, “We’re running out of space to put those big volumes.” • A part-time nurse contract was approved between Julie Douglas and the county to work from November 1 to June 30, 2022 at the Posey County Health Department. She will work a maximum of 29 hours a week for $20 an hour. She will help with the onrush of persons wanting booster shots, as well as COVID testing and other ministrations. Don Martin reported that Posey County cases are on the downswing with only four cases since Friday. “We are in the yellow designation with a 7.5 percent positivity rate,” he announced. • Collins read the Animal Control Officer’s Report as 34 complaints, seven pickups, no euthanasia, and five bites. • Posey County Treasurer Vicki Peerman announced Fall Property Taxes are due by November 10. • Schorr volunteered to serve on the American Rescue Plan Board, in Schmitz’ place. • The Commissioners agreed to advertise for quotes for liability insurance to see what the market is like. They have used Schulteis Insurance for many years and have no problem with them, but Thornburg urged them to shop. They presently spend $395,000 for liability. A large Workmen’s Compensation bill looms ahead with Deputy Sheriff Hicks’ expenses. • Approval was given to purchase two new dump trucks for the county, bought through Sourcewell, at a price of $158,919.04 apiece. Highway superintendent Steve Schenk said he would use the lease-purchasing system and does have money for them in his budget. He said he has not heard anything back on his letters on the ditches on Highway 66 from INDOT or Naas Construction.

Elementary School Cheerleading Coach and Mallory Lowe will be the North Posey High School Assistant Softball Coach. • Volunteers named to coaching roles were Jason Hoehn, Jack Lowe, and Kevin Wassmer in high school softball and Jacob Newman and Hunter Alkire for North Elementary School Fifth and Sixth Grade Boys’ Basketball. Maureen Barton and Lance Buecher will volunteer coach Fifth and Sixth Grade Boys’ Basketball and Jennifer Hoehn will do the same for that age girls’ team at South Terrace Elementary School • Long range substitute approvals were given to Raelyn Seibert at North Elementary filling in for Megan Voelker on maternity leave from October 27 through December 17, 2021. She will then fill in there for Jessica Moll on maternity leave starting January 3 through March 14, 2022. Amy Stephens will be at North Elementary substituting for Danielle Tepool on maternity leave from December 6, 2021 through February 25, 2022. Corrina Lambright will also be at North Elementary filling in for

Jennifer Kolley on medical leave from November 29 through December 17, 2021. • Administrators Sean Fisher, Steve Kavanaugh, Erin Koester, and Shannon MacMunn were approved to take professional leave to attend the IASP Fall Professionals’ Conference in Indianapolis from November 11-13 at a cost of $3,152, plus van use, to be taken from the Education Fund. Michael Galvin and Michelle Walden were approved to attend IAPSS Annual Meeting in Indianapolis on December 6 through 8 at a cost of $1,280, plus van use, with expenses being paid from the CARES Grant. • North Posey High School and Junior High School Spell Bowl Teams were approved to take an overnight trip on November 12 and 13 to compete in the State Spell Bowl Competition at Purdue University. • The next regular board meeting will be Tuesday, December 14 in the Metropolitan School District of North Posey Conference Room at 6:30 p.m.

‘NPSB’ continued from Page A1 Danielle Tepool beginning approximately December 6 through February 25 and Jessica Moll beginning approximately January 3 through March 14. Both are at North Elementary School. Kathy Petrig was approved to take leave days from February 14 through 18, 2022 to accompany her husband on a work trip while Mackenzie Schuler was approved to get leave days from May 3 through 13, 2022 for her wedding and honeymoon. • The following hires were approved. Stephanie Bosecker will be an Elementary Speech and Language Pathologist and Jeff Pugh will be in a North Elementary School Assistant Maintenance Position. Chris Morlan will be the North Posey High School Boys’ Track and Field Coach for the 2021-2022 season, while Tiffany Harvey will fill the same role for the High School Girls’ Track team and Matt Winegar will be the Junior High School Track Coach for the season. Matt Winegar and Jamon Tapp will do a 50 percent Split for the third North Posey Junior High School Football Coach Stipend, Julie Sailer will be the South Terrace

‘Lashley’ continued from Page A1 to Loeb Playhouse on campus to watch their older counterparts, the Spell Bowl Team from North Posey High School place first in their Class 3 tournament session. It was a close contest, with only a one point lead over Anderson High School, but they brought the banner home, under the coaching of Stephanie Cox. It was the junior high’s time to sit at the testing tables in the afternoon and they were ready. Three students had perfect nine-word rounds, and one had a ‘near perfect’ round with 8 words. Two students, who had perfect rounds at the area competition held earlier, will be taking another test virtually with 72 new words this Wednesday. They are Audrey Fisher and Katelyn Seibert. The other three teams of the five in the Class 3 competition were: Southridge Junior High with a score of 27, Union Township with 26,

and River Forest Middle School with a 23. “The students are all excited and proud of themselves and ready to go again next year. The parents were wonderful and attended to cheer and support our group. All ten students had at least one parent there for support.” The coach even had two of her own nieces on the team. Lashley is all gung-ho to coach again next year, too. “I’m sure I will have returning students, and any interested seventh or eighth grader can join us,” she invited. Her regular teaching assignment at the school is 7th Grade Math and 8th Grade English. She is also a cosponsor of the school’s National Honor Society. “I do stay busy, but I love all of it!” she enthused, as she was getting ready to ride a Poseyville firetruck down the street to celebrate with her students this past Sunday afternoon.

Saturday morning Capers Emporium was the place to be. Pausing for a picture are l to r: Ashley Shelton, employee, Judy Alsop, and Laura Nicholson. Photo by Sally Denning

‘County Council’ continued from Page A1 looks like that you guys set. We’d actually reward the person who is loyal and not punish the person who’s coming in,” Greenwell said. Members pointed out that those rewards already exist in the county’s current system with pay and vacation time. County employees earn additional vacation time the longer they are employed, Councilman Dave Pearce said. Councilman Aaron Wilson pointed out that the value of the county’s health insurance puts the county in a position to “compete with everybody.” Pearce agreed. “Between the health insurance and vacation, I feel like it’s taking care of itself,” he said. Issues with EMS staffing were once again raised. “An important part of the reason we are having this discussion is because not having all paramedics is causing us to have trucks shut down,” Council President Heather Allyn said, calling idle trucks a “red flag.” Chris Neaveill, director of the EMS, told council members that his department remains short two paramedics and the truck was down three or four times in the last week. “We’re averaging probably three to four times a shift. Maybe not the whole day. It might be a half a shift that the truck is down,” he said, adding that he is working on trucks himself in shifts, rotating “strategically” so no one area is more impacted than another. “My full timers are working an extraordinary amount of hours to keep these trucks open and I appreciate everything that they are doing for me,” he said. He said that salary remains the biggest hurdle when it comes to hiring new workers. “Keep in mind, the biggest thing when I talk to different people that have accepted a position and turned down our position is financial reasons for why they are not coming here,” he said. “I understand that we can’t be fully competitive with a lot of private and hospital-based companies. We can’t just throw money at it. We have to find what other issues we have. But I do think there are some financial issues that we need to discuss and figure out.” He said he’d contacted Gibson County’s director and while they pay a little less than Posey County, they are discussing a 24-hour schedule for employees, a move that would not be an option for Posey County because it would lead to 32 hours a week in costly overtime. “My biggest goal is to try to get us as competitive with other agencies in the area as we can possibly be,” Neaveill said. He said he’s looked into the option of allowing workers to buy back vacation time at the request of employees, an option that would have to be considered by county commissioners. Mandatory overtime is also an option to ensure that trucks are filled, however Neaveill said he does not want to overtax his staff. “I’m trying to balance that and fill the needs that we have for our service,” he said. He said a billing increase, which hasn’t happened since 2014, would help bring in new income. “I’ve looked at the numbers, talked to our billing company.

We have not had a billing increase since 2014 and it wasn’t to the recommended rates in 2014,” he said, noting that the increase was discussed with county commissioners who asked him to study it and get back with them. He said the county is billing $16 per mile. “Per levels, we’re billing anywhere from $575 to $900. The recommended rates for 2021 are anywhere from $950 to the top over $1,500,” he said. He said the county was hesitant to raise its rates that much because EMS is a taxpayer funded service. He said other ambulance services offer different rates depending on residential status. Non-residents, who are not paying Posey County taxes, would pay higher rates, he explained. “Insurance would pay more than what we’re billing,” Council President Heather Allyn said. “So we’re actually leaving money on the table.” Neaveill agreed. “There’s times we’re billing for $900 and they could possibly give us $1,200,” he said. “But they’re not going to give us $1,200 because we didn’t bill for it.” He told council that, in addition to staffing issues, EMS would need to replace a medic truck in Mount Vernon. He expects the new truck to cost between $100,000 and $165,000. He said new orders have been delayed up to almost a year. Councilman Tom Schneider thanked Neaveill for his efforts to make ends meet. “Thanks for doing what you are doing. That filling in crazy shifts and things, that’s going above and beyond and the people appreciate that,” he said. Posey County Sheriff Tom Latham, present via phone because of illness, said the jail was fully staffed for six days, but is now down two workers as well. Council members voted to appropriate $200,000 out of remaining Cares Act money to cover the cost of body cameras to protect the county’s police officers. Latham said he’s been working on getting cameras for over a year and he appreciated getting it done. Allyn addressed the $188,000 needed for the jail’s body scanner, saying she’d rather see Latham not finance the project given the jail maintenance account’s balance of more than $500,000. “I think that there’s sufficient funding in there to take care of it that way,” she said. Latham said he’d come before the council in December to re-

appropriate funds to get the appropriate funds in place to do that. Other items discussed by council: Members voted to approve the following 2022 meeting schedule (all meetings are scheduled at 9 a.m., unless otherwise noted): January 11, February 8, April 12, May 10, June 14, July 12, August 9, September 13, October 12, November 7 and December 20 (9:30 a.m.). Council voted to sign a resolution recommending the realignment of Robinson Township and its tax dollars to the Poseyville Library instead of the Alexandrian Public Library in Mount Vernon. Linda Reising, president of the Poseyville Carnegie Library Board, said the move would fall in line with the school districts for Robinson Township children, who attend North Posey Elementary School. With a budget of less than $200,000 a year, adding Robinson Township and the around $130,000 in tax revenue it would bring “is very important to us to remain viable as a library.” The budget for the Alexandrian Public Library in Mount Vernon is around $2 million, Allyn said.

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Court News and Legal Advertisements Arrests November 3 Brittany Wolf - New Harmony - Warrant, Domestic Battery - PCS November 4 Landon Mullis - Mount Vernon - Warrant, Causing Serious Bodily Injury when Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Endangering a Person (Petition to Revoke) - PCS

Tyler Givens - Mount Vernon - Warrant, Driving While Suspended - MVPD November 5 Chandler Moseley - Evansville - Operating Vehicle While Intoxicated, Operating Without Ever Obtaining a License - MVPD Colton Irvin - Wadesville Warrant, Failure to Remain at the Scene of an Accident, False Informing - PCS

November 6 Sherry McKinney - Wadesville - Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Paraphernalia - NHPD November 9 Kevin Rigdon - Henderson, Ky. - Warrant, Possession of a Substance Represented to be a Controlled Substance, Possession of Paraphernalia (failure to appear) - PCS Shawn Rogers - Harrisburg,

2021-369 This notice is given that Space Station Storage, located at 11825 Old Hwy 62 East, Mt. Vernon, IN, will sell the stored property of the following unit at public sale on November 29, 2021. Unit #639 Dustin Roy/Shelby Ferguson Unit #640 Dustin Roy/Shelby Ferguson Unit #641 Dustin Roy/Shelby Ferguson Unit #468 Randy Helton The stored property will be sold on November 29, 2021, at approx. 10:00 a.m. (weather permitting). The sale is held at the storage facility to pay the owner’s liens for charges incurred in maintaining and storing property pursuant to Indiana Code 26-3-8 (1-16). Published in the Posey County News on November 16, 2021 - hspaxlp 2021-370 Notice is hereby given that the Posey County Area Plan Commission, on the 9th day of December, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. at the Hovey House, Mt. Vernon, Indiana, will hold a public hearing on a request by Dylan Coomes for approval of Replat of Lots #9 and #10 in Buegrass Estates Subdivision. Said subdivision involves the following described real estate in Robinson Township, located at 9691 & 9721 South Olivia Drive, Wadesville, IN 47638, to wit: Lots Nine (9) and Ten (10) in Bluegrass Estates Subdivision as per plat thereof, recorded as Document #200700241 in the office of the Recorder of Posey County, Indiana and being a part of the West Half of the Northeast Quarter of Section 27, Township (5) South, Range (12) West, in Robinson Township, Posey County, Indiana, and more particularly described as follows: Commencing at 5/8” iron pin found 3” below grade marking the southeast corner of said half quarter section; thence North 00 degrees 20 minutes 07 seconds East along the east line of said half quarter section six hundred twentyseven and no hundredths (627.00) feet; thence North 78 degrees 24 minutes 36 seconds West twenty-five and forty-nine hundredths (25.49) feet; thence North 00 degrees 20 minutes 07 seconds East three hundred nineteen and seven hundredths (319.07) feet; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West two hundred twelve and fifty hundredths (212.50) feet to a 5/8” rebar found flush with “Gries” cap marking the southeast corner of said Lot 10 and the INITIAL POINT OF BEGINNING; thence North 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds West along the south line of said Lot 10 one hundred fortysix and forty-four hundredths (146.44) feet to a 5/8” rebar found flush; thence North 69 degrees 59 minutes 12 seconds West along said south line one hundred six and twenty hundredths (106.20) feet to a 5/8” rebar set flush (with plastic cap inscribed “Greg Kissel RLS 20700076”); thence North 65 degrees 22 minutes 06 seconds West along the south lines of said Lots 9 and 10 two hundred thirty-one and twenty-nine hundredths (231.29) feet to a 5/8” rebar set flush (with plastic cap inscribed (“Greg Kissel RLS 20700076’); thence North 57 degrees 53 minutes 26 seconds West along the south line of said Lot 9 forty-three and thirty-eight hundredths (43.38) feet to a 5/8” rebar found flush; thence North 57 degrees 44 minutes 47 seconds East along the northwest line of said Lot 9 three hundred thirty-eight and nine hundredths (338.09) feet to a 5/8” iron pin found flush with “Easley” cap; thence South 32 degrees 15 minutes 12 seconds East along a line of said Lot #9 one hundred thirteen and eighty-two hundredths (113.82) feet to a 5/8” iron pin found flush with “Easley” cap; thence southeasterly along the northerly lines of said Lots 9 and 10 and along a curve to the left seventy-five and fiftynine hundredths (75.59) feet and having a radius of 75.00 feet and subtended by a long chord bearing South 61 degrees 06 minutes 03 seconds East and a distance of 72.40 feet to a 5/8” iron pin found flush with “Easley” cap; thence South 90 degrees 00 minutes 00 seconds East along the north line of Lot #10 eighty-four and thirty-three hundredths (84.33) feet to a 5/8” rebar found flush with “Gries” cap; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 07 seconds West along the east line of said Lot #10 two hundred five and no hundredths (205.00) feet to the point of beginning. Containing 2.153 Acres, more or less. Written suggestions or objections to the provisions of said request may be filed with the Secretary of the Area Plan Commission at or before such meeting and will be heard by the Posey County Area Plan Commission at the time and place specified. Said hearing may be continued from time to time as may be necessary. Interested persons desiring to present their views on the said request, either in writing, or verbally, will be given the opportunity to be heard at the above mentioned time and place. Area Plan Commission of Posey County, Indiana By: Mark Seib, President Published in the Posey County News on November 16, 2021 - hspaxlp 2021-368 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 16th. ALYSSA L. ANDERSON $326.24 ALYSSA C. ANDERSON $24.36 ANNISSA BACON $18.90 DEBRA JEAN BENDER $34.50 KIMBERLY BENTON $15.78 JASON M. BLACK $22.80 DEANN BLACKBURN $329.36 JAYDEN D. BERNER $22.80 CLARENCE D. BOZE $22.80 WILLIAM BUTLER $28.26 CHRISTOPHER C. JENKINS $15.39 TRAVOR A. COX $326.24 RITA J. CURRY $38.40 ROBERT S. DEKEMPER $17.34 VICTORIA L. EGNEW $22.02 KRISTAL N. EPLEY $23.58 CODY M. ETIENNE $382.40 KATHRYN L. FISHER $18.90 FOX AND LUTZ $899.75 GWEN A. GANSMAN $27.48 JODY A. GARRETT $469.76 CHASIDY R. GENGELBACH $32.94 MICHAEL J. GORMAN $24.36 DONALD GRANER $28.26 DAVID GRIFFITHS $80.78 KARRIS M. GRIGGS $413.60 ANDREW M. HARBISON $382.40 CHERYL D. HARMON $18.90 CONNIE L. HELM $329.36 DEIDRE D. HILL $36.84 GERALD L. JONES $30.60 JENNIFER L. JULIAN $24.75 CHARLES E. KUEBER $15.78 ADAM H. LANGE $369.92 GLORIA SPIVEY LARRANCE $18.90 SUE LASHLEY $25.14 LAURA A. GREENWELL $21.24 RYAN P. LEIBRING $38.40

SCOTT E. LEWIS $22.02 ROBERT F. LIVERS $26.70 SAMANTHA J. LOCKE $26.70 RACHEL D. MEEKS $22.80 DANIEL E. MITCHELL $30.60 ROBERT S. MORT $413.60 ROBYN D. MURPHY $332.48 DONNA R. NEUFELDER $39.18 THOMAS NICHOLSON $33.72 SUSHILABEN M. PATEL $16.95 JERRY D. PAXSON $15.78 RYAN S. PHARR $332.48 MICHAEL J RAGDALE $22.80 CHRISTOPHER M. RESING $16.56 MARK D. RICE $22.41 ROBERT D. GOAD $27.48 JAMES A. ROBINSON $16.56 KENN B. ROMERSHAUSEN $31.38 DEBRA K. ROWE $15.78 STEPHANIE N. RUSSELL $22.80 PAUL M. RYNKIEWICH $25.14 JOHN P. SCHENK $22.80 BRIAN K. SCHMIDT $18.90 CASEY M. SCHRAEDER $22.41 SHANNON M. SCHULER $22.80 ROBERT M. SCHUTZ $22.80 WHITNEY J. SEIBERT $34.50 MELISSA A. SEXTON $27.48 SMITH & BUTTERFIELD CO INC $132.38 MATTHEW F. STAIB $22.80 KELSEY M. TEEL $33.72 AHSLEY A. THOMPSON $315.00 TRENT W. VANHAAFTEN $17.34 JESSICA M. VOLZ $329.36 WEST GROUP $218.31 NICHOLAS M. WILDT $15.78 KEELY K. WINIGER $311.12 JAMES M. WYANT $20.46 GRANT TOTAL $8,081.11 MAEGEN GREENWELL POSEY COUNTY AUDITOR Published in the Posey County News on November 16, 2021 - hspaxlp

2021-366 TO THE OWNERS OF THE WITHIN DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE AND ALL INTERESTED PARTIES NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Sheriff Sale File number: 65-22-0001-SS Date & Time of Sale: Thursday, January 27, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. Sale Location: Posey County Sheriff’s Office lobby, 1201 O’Donnell Road Judgment to be Satisfied: $59,435.02 Cause Number: 65D01-2104-MF-000140 Plaintiff: THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY N.A., AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO ALL PERMITTED SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS OF THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF CHICAGO AS TRUSTEE, FOR BANKAMERICA MANUFACTURED HOUSING CONTRACT TRUST V, SENIOR/SUBORDINATE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 1998-2 Defendant: DONNA F. BURGESS By virtue of a certified copy of a decree to me, directed from the Clerk of Superior/Circuit Court of Posey County County, Indiana, requiring me to make the sum as provided for in said DECREE, with interest and cost, I will expose at public sale to the highest bidder at the date, time and location listed above, the fee simple of the whole body of Real Estate, a certain tract or parcel of land described as follows: Lot Number 26 in County Homes Subdivision, a subdivision located in the Northwest Quarter (NW/4) of the Southwest Quarter (SW/4) of Section Thirty-six (36) Township Five (5) South, Range Twelve (12) West and the Northeast Quarter (NE/4) of the Southeast Quarter (SE/4) of Section Thirty-five (35), Township Five (5) South, Range Twelve (12) West, Robinson Township, Posey County, Indiana as per Plat thereof recorded Deed Record 144 at Page 721 in the Office of the Recorder of Posey County, Indiana. Commonly Known as: 401 RAMSEY CT, EVANSVILLE, IN 47712-8745 Parcel No. 65-06-36-320-026.000-016 Together with rents, issues, income and profits thereof, this sale will be made without relief from valuation or appraisement laws. In accordance to the requirements of IC 32-29-7-3, this Notice shall also represent service of Notice of Sale of this real estate upon the owners. * An entire Sheriff’s Sale may be cancelled due to inclement weather or other county emergencies. If the entire Sheriff’s Sale is cancelled, each parcel will be cancelled. Each parcel will be assigned to the next available sale (normally 2 months from original sale). This will allow compliance with Indiana Code concerning posting, publication, and serving time frames. Also, new Sheriff’s Sale fees will be assessed and the parcels will be automatically re-advertised. The plaintiff will be responsible for the new fees and advertising costs. Thomas E. Latham, Sheriff By: Erin Fuelling, Administrative Assistant Phone: (812) 838-1321 Robinson Township Barry T Barnes, Plaintiff’s Attorney Attorney No. Feiwell & Hannoy PC 8415 Allison Pointe Boulevard, Suite 400 Indianapolis, IN 46250 (317) 237-2727 Atty File#:103406F01 The Sheriff’s Department does not warrant the accuracy of the commonly known address published herein. Published in the Posey County News on November 16, November 23, November 30, 2021 - hspaxlp

Ill. - Warrant, Possession of Methamphetamine, Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Endangering a Person, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Paraphernalia, Operating a Motor Vehicle Without Ever Receiving a License (failure to appear) - PCS Shawn Rogers - Harrisburg, Ill. - Warrant, Possession of Marijuana, Operating a Motor

Vehicle Without Ever Receiving a License (failure to appear) - PCS Kevin Campbell - Evansville - Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Endangering a Person, Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (petition to revoke bond) - PCS Harry Weccele - Evansville - Driving While Suspended, Possession of Marijuana NHPD

November 10 James Henderson - Mount Vernon - Operating While Intoxicated - MVPD Austin Kusturin - Mount Vernon - Murder - ISP Complaints November 1 7:04 a.m. - Vandalism Threw mustard/eggs all over her home - Haines Road,

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2021-365 To Whom It May Concern The Posey County Commissioners will entertain proposals for causality/liability insurance for the Posey County Government agency. Proposals will be accepted up to the hour of 4:00 pm on December 6, 2021, at the Posey County Auditor’s Office at 126 East 3rd Street Room 220, Mt. Vernon, Indiana 47620, or up to the hour of 9:00 am on December 7, 2021, at the Hovey House, 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana 47620. Proposal specifications can be picked up at the Posey County Auditor’s Office at 126 East 3rd Street, Room 220, Mt. Vernon, Indiana 47620. Posey County Board of Commissioners: Bill Collins Randy Thornburg Bryan Schorr Published in the Posey County News on November 9, November 16, 2021 - hspaxlp 2021-362 Notice To Bidders Posey County EMS is accepting fuel bids for gasoline for our units in Mt. Vernon, New Harmony, Poseyville, and St. Phillips for the year 2022. All units currently have fuel tanks located at or near the station, but also have access to use pay at pump card services. All services must be in OSHA-approved tanks or pay at pump card services for each of the areas mentioned above. Posey County EMS uses an average of 15,000 gallons of fuel per year. Please send sealed bids to the Posey County Auditor’s Office at 126 East 3rd Street, Room 220, Mt. Vernon, Indiana, 47620. Bids need to be turned in up to the hour of 4:00 pm local time on December 6, 2021, or up to the hour of 9:00 am local time on December 7, 2021, at the Hovey House, 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana, 47620. Posey County Commissioners: Bill Collins Randy Thornburg Bryan Schorr Published in the Posey County News on November 9, November 16, 2021 - hspaxlp

2021-373 LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given by the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Posey County Area Plan Commission of a public hearing to be held at 5:00 P.M. on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at The Hovey House, 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana. Upon the following Variance application, the Board of Zoning Appeals will at that time hear objections thereto: VARIANCE: DOCKET NO: 21-77-V-BZA APPLICANT: Ricky Winternheimer OWNER: Ricky E. & Barbara J. Winternheimer PREMISES: Part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 24, Township 6 South, Range 12 West, lying in Marrs Township, Posey County Indiana. More commonly known as 3039 Windy Way Lane, Evansville, Indiana. Containing 0.48 acres more or less. (Complete legal description is on ﬁle at the Posey County Area Plan Commission Ofﬁce). NATURE OF CASE: Applicant requests a Variance for the relaxation of street side yard setback from 25’ to 10’ for construction of an 24’ x 32’ garage in an R-1 (Residential) Zoning District under Section 153.043 (B) (1) (a) of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Mt. Vernon, Town of Cynthiana, Town of Poseyville and Unincorporated Posey County. POSEY COUNTY AREA PLAN COMMISSION BY MINDY BOURNE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Published in the Posey County News on November 16, 2021 - hspaxlp

2021-372 LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given by the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Posey County Area Plan Commission of a public hearing to be held at 5:00 P.M. on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at The Hovey House, 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana. Upon the following Special Use application, the Board of Zoning Appeals will at that time hear objections thereto: SPECIAL USE: DOCKET NO: 21-15-SU-BZA APPLICANT: United Way of Southwestern Indiana OWNER: Homeless Shelter of Mt. Vernon Inc. PREMISES: Lot Number 84 in Kimball’s Enlargement to the City of Mt. Vernon in Section 9, Township 7 South, Range 13 West, lying in Black Township, Posey County, Indiana. More commonly known as 215 S. Kimball Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana. Containing .225 acres more or less. (Complete legal description is on file at the Posey County Area Plan Commission Office). NATURE OF CASE: Applicant requests a Special Use for an office in a RM (Residential Multiple Family) Zoning District Section 153.048 (B) (5) Use Unit 11 Offices and Studios and Section 153.156 (B) (27) ofthe Zoning Ordinance of the City of Mt. Vernon, Town of Cynthiana, Town of Poseyville and Unincorporated Posey County. POSEY COUNTY AREA PLAN COMMISSION BY MINDY BOURNE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Published in the Posey County News on November 16, 2021 - hspaxlp 2021-367 NOTICE TO ALL PARTIES HAVING CLAIMS AGAINST NEW HARMONY FUTURE, LLC A DISSOLVED LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY NOTICE is hereby given, that NEW HARMONY FUTURE, LLC, an Indiana limited liability company, was dissolved on November 9, 2021. Articles of Dissolution were filed with the Secretary of State of Indiana. Anyone having a claim of any nature against NEW HARMONY FUTURE, LLC, should submit written proof thereof by first class mail, postage prepaid, addressed to the Company c/o John P. Broadhead, Attorney, Stoll Kennon Ogden PLLC, One Main Street, Suite 201, Evansville, IN 47708-1473. Any such proof of claim must include (1) the complete name and address of claimant; (2) the date when the claim arose; (3) the amount of the claim; and (4) a complete description of the nature of the claim, and if based upon a written instrument, a true copy thereof. Unless barred at an earlier date under the applicable statute of limitations, any claim against NEW HARMONY FUTURE, LLC, will be barred if a proceeding to enforce the same is not commenced within two (2) years from the date of publication of this notice. DATED this 9th day of November, 2021. Published in the Posey County News on November 16, 2021 - hspaxlp 2021-360 STATE OF INDIANA COUNTY OF POSEY

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IN THE POSEY CIRCUIT COURT 2021 TERM 65C01-2110-EU-000073

IN THE MATTER OF THE UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION OF THE ESTATE OF MILMA BETH BARO, DECEASED NOTICE OF UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION Notice is hereby given that Karl A. Baro was on the twenty first day of October, 2021 appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Milma Beth Baro who died on April 27, 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 or within nine (9) months after the decedent’s death, whichever is earlier, or the claims will be forever barred. Dated at Mount Vernon, Indiana this 21st day of October, 2021. Kay Kilgore Clerk of the Posey Circuit Court By: Donna Curtis Deputy Thomas G. McClellan Attorney #9442-65 109 E. 2nd Street P.O. Box 664 Mount Vernon Indiana 47620 Telephone 812-838-6649 Published in the Posey County News on November 9, November 16, 2021 - hspaxlp 2021-363 Notice To Bidder Notice is hereby given that the undersigned Board of Commissioners of Posey County, Indiana, will receive sealed bids for gasoline fuel procurement for the Posey County Sheriff’s Office for the year 2022. Bids will be received at the Posey County Auditor’s Office at 126 E. 3rd Street, Room 220, Mt. Vernon Indiana 47620, up to the hour of 4:00 pm local time on December 6, 2021, or up to the hour of 9:00 am local time on December 7, 2021, delivered to the Hovey House at 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon Indiana 47620. Letting Date: December 7, 2021, for the following: Unleaded Gasoline Supplied material must meet all requirements of the State and Federal Governments. Successful bidders shall furnish the Sheriff’s Department with a price list. All delivered items must have SIGNED INVOICE or PACKING SLIP accompanying items of delivery. The Posey County Sheriff may require the successful bidder to remove the County job site any employee(s) of the bidder who the Sheriff determines to be performing the contracted work in an unsafe or unsatisfactory manner or who are disruptive to the job site. Bidders shall comply in every respect with Indiana State Law which governs the purchase of County supplies. Bidders shall use Weight and Measurer standars that are required by law. Bidders shall submit bids with FORM 96 prescribed by the State Board of Accounts, with said form be accompanied by certified check, cashier’s check, bidder bond, or cash in the sum of ten percent (10%) of the bid, including any added alternates. All in accordance with the specification on file in the office of the Posey County Auditor. Checks, bonds, or cash securing other contracts or bid with the County are not treated as accompanying this bid. The Board of Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Posey County Commissioners: Bill Collins Randy Thornburg Bryan Schorr Published in the Posey County News on November 9, November 16, 2021 - hspaxlp

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Sermon of the Week - A True Thanksgiving...almost By: Terry Atchison Eleven-year-old Mark awoke to the aroma of turkey. Mmm good. He slowly opened his eyes, yawned, and started stretching there in his warm bed. The house seemed much warmer than normal as he descended the stairs and navigated his way to the kitchen. He heard his mom, his granny, and his two aunts talking and laughing long before he got to them. This was his favorite time of the year. He loved his family gathering to share the bounty of food at Thanksgiving. Everyone smiled and joked around, all the while pausing to remember to give thanks for our country and our freedoms. As he entered the kitchen, the ladies greeted him with hugs and smiles, offering him pancakes, eggs, and bacon...and anything else his heart desired. Yep. Thanksgiving time was great. He listened to the women recounting stories of past holidays and family members. They spoke of Uncle Abner who tried his hand at carving the turkey but slipped and ended up carving his thumb. Aunt Bobbie was also mentioned about the time she dropped the gravy bowl and ended up with her face and lap covered in gravy. She didn’t miss a lick and just sat there, dipping morsels of turkey in the gravy on her dress. “Tastes the same” she had laughed. Then there was Uncle Joe. Every family has one somewhere. He brought the wine and other spirits (mostly for himself). As the meal progressed, so did the redness in his face and eyes. At the end of the meal he was the first to sit in front of the TV to watch the football games, but was soon snoring louder than a twenty-year-old chainsaw. Mark finished breakfast listening to many other stories and smiled and laughed at all of the good memories. The morning passed as family members straggled in from different counties and states. Ten adults set around the table in the dining room, while six children sat around the kitchen table. Four more adults were eating off of TV trays in the living room. Some of the family members gave their testimonies about being thankful for God, family, and our country. Everyone held hands while thanks was given. “LET’S EAT” thundered across the house and the clinking and clanging and chattering commenced. Pumpkin pie ‘al la mode’ finished off Mark and almost everyone else. He laid on the floor watching TV and listening once again to stories about other family members. Later, he went outside to play football with cousins and neighbors. After that, they raked up leaves into a big pile and judged each other on the funniest dive they could do. The adults stayed mostly inside, drinking coffee while playing cards, watching TV, and reminiscing on family history. Uncle Joe sounded off like a bulldozer needing a tune up as he snored away an hour or so of daylight. His cheeks and nose were still red from the wine. All in all this had been a very warm Thanksgiving

for Mark and his family. Late afternoon arrived and everyone started gathering up ‘goodies’ to take home with them. There was more than enough food for all to pack into plastic containers and aluminum foil. Slowly, one by one, family members said ‘au revoire’ to their siblings and friends. Mark soon found he was alone with his parents in a quiet house. He was kinda sad that it was already over, but happy that he had more than enough turkey, dressing, and cranberry sauce in the kitchen for dinner and a midnight snack. There was also some pumpkin pie left. He watched more TV with his parents, snacked, then went to his room to play some games. Soon he fell asleep, holding the game between his hands. He relived the day in his dream. It had been one of the best. Yes sir. “Sir. Sir. Are you okay? Can you please open your eyes?” The memories faded into nothing as his dream disappeared and the old man’s eyes opened to see two women and two men standing beside the park table he was sleeping on. It was very cold and the late afternoon sun would soon be setting. “Yeah, I’m fine. What do you want?” His life had been turned around after his family, wife and two children, had been decimated by a car accident and a heart attack. Later, Mark suffered a stroke, which left him incapable of working or leading a normal life. It wasn’t long before he lost everything and one day found himself on the street. No family, no friends...just some memories. “Today is Thanksgiving, sir. We would like to offer you a dinner and a warm place to stay. Our church runs a shelter and we would be more than happy to share it with you.” The ladies and men were smiling while helping Mark with his belongings. He had no objection interacting with these kind people and agreeing to go to their shelter. His mind knew that this was the right thing to do. Mark felt like he was reliving a moment in his past, but he couldn’t put his finger on it. “Thank you. Yes, I would like to see your shelter and celebrate Thanksgiving with you.” He then remembered that he had once participated in the same kind of rescue, helping the unfortunate, but where and when escaped his memory. Mark enjoyed Thanksgiving and meeting new people at that shelter from all walks of life. Many stories of life were shared that day. Ups and downs, but one factor was always there; God had intervened and led them to His family for comfort. Be thankful for all of your blessings. Help others who are alone, disabled, or down on their luck. Treat them as equals because you never know when life could change in an instant and ‘they’ become you. God Bless. HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE. Amen.

Court News and Legal Advertisements continued Blairsville 12:43 p.m. - Theft - Lawnmower and leaf blower have been stolen - Mulberry Street, Mount Vernon 1:03 p.m. - Welfare Check Advised there is a male subject that appears to be passed out, hanging out of a white truck parked near the library - College/Sixth Street, Mount Vernon 5:12 p.m. - Breaking and Entering - Advised house was broken into last night. Advised they are trying to steal the copper - Water Street, Mount Vernon 5:50 p.m. - Theft - Advised calling for female subject who has had four bushes stolen out of their back yard - Brewery Street, New Harmony 6:28 p.m. - Suspicious Caller advised a bunch of teens egging houses in the area and are now at the playground being loud - Fifth Street, Mount Vernon 7 p.m. - Juvenile Problem - Caller advised that the kids that egged his house broke the window in his silver Dodge passenger car - College Avenue, Mount Vernon November 2 10:52 a.m. - Theft - Theft of trash barrels - Second Street, Mount Vernon 12:01 p.m. - Threatening - Have a subject threatening to kill people - Lexan Lane, Mount Vernon 3:21 p.m. - Suspicious Ford Expedition, blue in color, throwing something out of his car on the road right now and was dumping something on top of his car before he took off again. Just passed fire department and threw something else out. Threw something else out near farm house. Has turn signal on like he is going down one road but turned to go down another. Trying to hit officer head-on - Bonebank Road, Mount Vernon 4:32 p.m. - General Complaint - Having problems with neighbors child messing with caller’s sign in his front yard Second Street, Mount Vernon 9:14 p.m. - Disturbing the Peace - People standing in street screaming at each other, has been going on for an hour - Pearl/Third Street, Mount Vernon November 3 12:51 p.m. - Fight - Male subject wearing ripped pants, no shirt. Female subject wearing all black. Both subjects white. Advised they were physically fighting in the street - Maple/Ohio Street, Mount Vernon 2:40 p.m. - Message - Caller advised her granddaughter had her phone stolen by force from male subject this morning -

Mount Vernon 4:58 p.m. - Stabbing or Gunshot Wound - Caller stated that a black male with white t-shirt and gray pants came to his door with blood on him. Caller stated that he is sitting on the side of the road - SR 66, Wadesville 4:59 p.m. - Message - Caller advised she got a message from her son advising three subjects are threatening to jump him tomorrow. He advised one of the subjects has actually threatened to kill him - High School Road, Poseyville November 4 3:38 p.m. - Message - Caller advised her ex violated the protective order again by having another subject call her to arrange child pick-up - Deer Creek, Evansville 3:56 a.m. - Suspicious Advised someone is in the house. Caller advised that no one lives there. Advised porch light came on and then went off and then came back on. Kitchen light was on, someone was standing on the south side of the inside of the house. Caller advised they stopped and looked at him and then disappeared - Canal Street, Mount Vernon 5:38 a.m. - Theft-Automobile - Truck stolen. 98 dodge, four WD, gray/silver - Continental Camp Road, Griffin 11:01 a.m. - Fight - three males fighting in the street. Heard them screaming - Third/ Pearl, Mount Vernon 4:04 p.m. - Message - Caller advised her mother left her Evansville office about two hours ago. Advised she left her office after getting a phone call from an unknown subject threatening her and told her to take all the money from their office and also is wearing a half a million dollar ring. No one knows where she has gone - Evansville 6:09 p.m. - Violation of Restraining Order - Caller advised she has a protective order against her ex. She advised he just showed up to the residence and started threatening her brother-in-law - Water Street, Mount Vernon 6:53 p.m. - Citizen Dispute - Living with daughter and got in an argument last night. Caller left to keep the peace and now daughter will not let her back in house. Does pay rent and would like to know her rights - College Avenue, Mount Vernon 8:07 p.m. - Theft - Advised battery operating Hot Wheels Jeep was stolen off of her trailer - Wolflin Street, Mount Vernon November 5 11:36 p.m. - Suspicious Advised there was a male in

the alley that was walking up and down the alley. Caller advised he confronted the male who stated he was being chased and was trying to find a place to hide. Male was mid 20’s, 5’10”, wearing black jogging pants with a white stripe down the side. Advised he went north up the alley between Mulberry and Walnut - Eighth/Mulberry, Mount Vernon 4:21 p.m. - Violation of Restraining Order - Caller advised that she has a protective order in place on a female that lives in Princeton. Caller advised that the female is now texting her - Pumpkin Run Road, Poseyville November 6 12:26 a.m. - Breaking and Entering - Someone is banging on door and trying to get into house through window. Can hear thumping noises in background. Advised caller to go to a room that locks with her children. Male has been trying to get in home for at least 10 minutes - Old Blairsville Road, Wadesville 4:34 a.m. - Juvenile Problem - two teenage subjects took caller’s Chevy Equinox sometime last night. Caller has been out looking for them but has not found them yet. Found juveniles on Springfield Road, enroute back to address but still requests officer come talk to them because it is not the first time they have snuck out - SR 165, Poseyville 11:07 a.m. - Harassment Child’s father keeps coming in store and threatening to kill her - Fourth Street, Mount Vernon 12:40 p.m. - Harassment Caller advised subject is outside in a gold Jeep Cherokee and is laying on the horn. Caller advised she has a protection order against him - Water Street, Mount Vernon 3:25 p.m. - Breaking and Entering - Caller noticed her front door was unlocked and living room screen window open when she got home today. Caller advised she had officers at her house last night stating someone had tried to get in. Caller advised it could be a male subject who she works with - Old Blairsville Road, Wadesville 5:35 p.m. - Theft - His storage unit broken into. Lock was cut - Sherman Street/Tile Factory, Mount Vernon 5:36 p.m. - Suspicious Male with white scrub shirt. Caller advised he looks like a garden gnome dressed like a doctor - Fifth Street, Mount Vernon 7:42 p.m. - Breaking and Entering - two people trying to break into residence. Wearing masks. Pointing a PVC cannon

2021-375 LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given by the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Posey County Area Plan Commission of a public hearing to be held at 5:00 P.M. on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at The Hovey House, 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana. Upon the following Special Use and Variance application, the Board of Zoning Appeals will at that time hear objections thereto: SPECIAL USE & VARIANCE: DOCKET NO: 21-16-SU-BZA & 21-78-V-BZA APPLICANT: Charles Seifert OWNER: MSD of Mt. Vernon PREMISES: Section 4, Township 7 South, Range 13 West, lying in Black Township, Posey County, Indiana, containing 10.59 acres more or less. More commonly known as 700 Harriett Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana. (Complete legal description is on ﬁle at the Posey County Area Plan Commission Oﬃce). NATURE OF CASE: Applicant requests a Special Use to build a 120’x 140’ indoor athletic facility building in an R-2 (Residential Two-Family) Zoning District Section 153.046 (B) (3) Use Unit 4 Community Services, 153.149 (B) (21) and Variance for relaxation of front yard setback from 25’ to 10’ Section 153.047 (B) (1) (b) and relaxation of height from 35’ to 40’ Section 153.047 (C) of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Mt. Vernon, Town of Cynthiana, Town of Poseyville and Unincorporated Posey County. POSEY COUNTY AREA PLAN COMMISSION BY MINDY BOURNE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Published in the Posey County News on November 16, 2021 - hspaxlp

at the residence - Lynn Drive, Mount Vernon 9:03 p.m. - Breaking and Entering - Subject inside his house with a weapon, squatted down behind shoe rack - Lynn Drive, Mount Vernon Civil Michelle Carreira v. Jimmy Blankenship Med-1 Solutions v. Jordan Lyke Med-1 Solutions v. Donald Willis Med-1 Solutions v. Daniel Griffey Med-1 Solutions v. Glenn Stewart Med-1 Solutions v. Tiffany Lane Med-1 Solutions v. Zackary Vanwinkle-Smith Med-1 Solutions v. Colin Weatherford Med-1 Solutions v. Amy Morrow Angela Morales v. Jeffrey Basham, Jessica Bryant American Express National Bank v. William Hall LVNV Funding, LLC v. Gordon Garlic Mount Vernon MHP, LLC v. Maia Booker, Any and all Unknown Tenants and Occupants Mount Vernon MHP, LLC v. Cassandra Faith, Any and all Unknown Tenants and Occupants Midland Credit Management, Incorporated v. John Crane Philip Angermeier v. Brenda Kraznak, Shauna Debose, Roy Debose LVNV Funding, LLC v. Matthew Spahn Capital One Bank (USA), N.A. v. Andrea Hopf LVNV Funding, LLC v. Carl Schaffer Professional and Business Collections, LLC v. Angela Magnus Employers Mutual Casualty Company v. Trinity Tucker Metropolitan School District of Mount Vernon v. Zachary Reagan LVNV Funding, LLC v. Rachelle Easter LVNV Funding, LLC v. Rita Martin LVNV Funding, LLC v. Anna Ludlow Roderick L. O’Neil v. Brittany Rister Wolf, Robert Wolf Hoosier Accounts Service v.

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2021-371 LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given by the Posey County Area Plan Commission of a public hearing to be held at 6:00 p.m. upon the following Site Development Plan application on a request by Flaherty & Collins Properties, Owner: The Landing, LP on the 9th day of December 2021 at the Hovey House, 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana. The Area Plan Commission will at that time hear objections thereto: Premises: Williams Lot 5, 6, 7 & 8 to the City of Mt. Vernon, Indiana. Containing .97 acres more or less. Section 8, Township 7 South, Range 13 West, lying in Black Township, Posey County, Indiana. More commonly known as 111 E. Water St, Mt. Vernon, Indiana. (Complete legal description is on file at the Posey County Area Plan Commission Office). Posey County Area Plan Commission By: Mindy Bourne, Executive Director Published in the Posey County News on November 16, 2021 - hspaxlp 2021-374 LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given of a meeting to be held by the Posey County Area Plan Commission for the purpose of holding a Public Hearing on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. CT at the Hovey House located 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana 47620 to consider the following Petition: DEVELOPMENT PLAN APPLICATION WECS/SECS TIER 3 Docket No: 2021-01-SECS-3-APC Applicant: Wilfred Goedde Owner: Wilfred & Carolyn Goedde Co-Trustees Premises: NE SE & SESE & E/2 NW SE of Section 23, Township 5 South, Range 12 West, lying in Robinson Township, Posey County, Indiana. More commonly known as 10910 Damm Road, Wadesville, Indiana. Containing 1 00 acres more or less. (Complete legal description is on file at the Posey County Area Plan Commission Office). Nature of Case: The applicant requests Development Plan Approval to develop a Solar Energy Conversion System (SECS) -Tier 3 Hearing: The petition has been set for public hearing before the Area Plan Commission on December 9, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. at the Hovey House at 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana. Written objections to the proposal that is filed with the Executive Director of the Area Plan Commission before the hearing will be considered. Oral comments concerning the proposal will be heard at the hearing. The hearing may be continued from time to time as may be found necessary. POSEY COUNTY AREA PLAN COMMISSION BY MINDY BOURNE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Published in the Posey County News on November 16, 2021 - hspaxlp

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At 97, Sybil Johnson enjoys daughter’s 80th birthday bash By Lois Mittino Gray Sybil Johnson is a wonder and an inspiration. At 97 years old, she does several word puzzles a day, works on her quilts, travels with her family to the mountains, eats whatever she pleases, and loves to watch the tugboats and barges go up and down the Ohio River. The sprightly woman has a third floor apartment at the Landing on the Mount Vernon riverfront that always offers a fantastic view. In short, the active nonagenarian enjoys a full life and loves living life to the fullest. Many locals recognize Sybil’s face as a fixture in the community due to her 23 years spent working behind

the counter at McDonalds. When she retired at the age of 92, she was one of the oldest employees to ever work for the chain. “You know, I worked for years with all ages, mainly young people. There was never a cross word spoken among us,” she reminisced with a smile. A plaque given to her to commemorate her years of service hangs on the wall in a special place next to pictures of her husband and children. Sybil also worked many years cleaning houses for others and cleaning businesses, such as GE and Mead Johnson. “My main job in life was to help farm the bottoms in Pointe Township with my husband and raise

my children. We raised corn and soybeans and had a few pigs on what was called the Oakland City College Farm. I was raised in that area and lived there all my life. There is nothing left of the house now. The yard had three big cypress trees in the front and I can still find them to find where the house was,” she said. The area is now part of the DNR’s Twin Swamps Nature Preserve which preserves a Bald Cypress and an Overcup Oak Swamp. In 1978, Joe passed away from cancer leaving her youngest three children still in high school. “It was rough raising three teenagers alone, but we made it,” the longtime widow stated. Sybil, a strong woman, is proud to be a three time cancer survivor through the years. Joe and Sybil had six children, one of whom, Dennis, is deceased. The two oldest siblings live out of state. Brenda Hicks, 80, is in Ohio and Kathy Cox, 70, resides in Tennessee. The remaining three live in the Mount Vernon area. Jeff Johnson is 61, Lisa Miller is 61 and Loni Moore is 60. It is interesting that there is a 20-year gap between the oldest and youngest. “Lisa comes to see me every day and brings my supper to me,” Sybil said gratefully. Brenda’s surprise 80th birthday party this year resulted in a Big Adventure for Sybil. She and all five children met in a large rental Black Mountain log cabin, near Asheville, Tennessee. “We all arrived at about the same time and walked through the door. She was really surprised! She didn’t realize we were all going to be there to spend time together,

Sybil Johnson in front with her ﬁve children at their mountain retreat reunion in North Carolina. From left, Kathy Cox, Jeﬀ Johnson, Brenda Hicks, Lisa Miller, and Loni Moore. just the kids and their spouses and two granddaughters who helped out. We had so much fun. We ate breakfast and some other meals out and did sightseeing and toured the Billy Graham area nearby.” The mountain getaway cabin wasn’t what was originally booked, since the roof on that one collapsed about two days before their arrival. A granddaughter hurriedly found another one which Sybil said was beautiful, but hardly handicap accessible for a woman with a rollator walker. “There were seven bedrooms and five baths, but the stairs were so steep to go down there that they brought me up a mattress to sleep on upstairs. When we went anywhere to get in the cars down in the parking lot, one sonin-law had to stand in front of me and one behind, so I wouldn’t fall,” she said cheerfully. “We even got lost three or four times!” The surprise party was a

great success, complete with cake and decorations. Mrs. Johnson said she does get to see her family often, especially when they get together at holidays. She and Joe have established a dynasty now consisting of 13 grandchildren, 25 “or more’ great grandchildren, and five greatgreat grandchildren. When sending the reunion picture for this article, her granddaughter, Andrea Brock from Ohio wrote, “She is an amazing matriarch to our family and is the kindest soul you will ever meet in your lifetime.” With her love of quilting, Sybil has made every grandchild a quilt. She has quilted for years for St. Matthews Catholic Church fundraisers. She belongs to the Quilter’s Club. She said her quilting group at church has raised tens of thousands of dollars over the years. On a personal note, she has made 15 quilts for her great-

great grandchildren with five more to go. She regrets that she cannot attend mass in person nowadays, as she has no means of transportation, but she loves when communion is brought to her by volunteers. With her puzzles and books, Sybil mentally challenges herself to stay sharp. “It keeps my mind going. I can remember some things better than my kids do!” She likes to take her book down to the Community Room to read for an hour and see people. “It has a cabinet with canned goods people leave that you can take if you like and a big aquarium to look at, I like it.” Sybil always makes sure to get upstairs to her one bedroom apartment in time to watch “Days of Our Lives”, her favorite show. “I’ve been watching it for years!” she grinned, knowing she has been blessed with enjoying the many days of her life pass by.

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Lady Wildcats turn the tables, pick up a pair of big wins By Trisha L. Lopez The Lady Wildcats picked up a pair of wins last week, beating PAC foe Tell City 28-18 at home on Thursday and Evansville Bosse 38-30 on the road Saturday. Coach Kendra Steinhart said there is always a quick turnaround from the fall to winter sports seasons in the early going and she’s been very proud of her team’s attitude, effort and hustle thus far. Mount Vernon (2-3) dominated the Lady Marksmen (1-2) on Thursday, jumping out to a 12-4 lead after the end of the first quarter. They went into the break up 18-8. Tell City struggled to find a rhythm offensively, shooting just 14 percent from the floor. The Lady Wildcats took advantage of the missed shot opportunities, pounding the boards and out-rebounding Tell City 31-24. The Lady Marksmen outscored Mount Vernon in the fourth quarter, but it wasn’t enough to pull ahead. Junior Bailey Cox had her first double double of the season with a team-leading 10 points and 12 rebounds. Junior Mallory Nurrenburn had 8 points, 2 rebounds, and 4 steals. Sophomore Lera Wilson had 7 points, 4 rebounds and 2 steals. Senior Ari Shepherd had 3 points and 4 rebounds. They picked up where they left off on Saturday at Evansville Bosse. They led 9-7 at the

end of the first, but a 14-point second quarter gave the Lady Wildcats a 23-12 advantage going into the half. The Lady Bulldogs made adjustments at the break, but couldn’t get over the hump. Wilson led the Lady Wildcats with her first double double of the season with 21 points,12 rebounds, 3 steals and a block. She went 13 for 19 from the free throw line. Shepherd had 6 points and 6 rebounds. Nurrenbern had 7 points. Cox had 4 points and 5 rebounds. The Mount Vernon junior varsity team also had a big night, defeating the Lady Bulldogs 27-13. Junior Braiden Browning led the Cats with 10 points and 10 rebounds. Sophomore Abbey Ries had 5 points and 9 rebounds. Freshman Olivia Robles had 4 points, 12 rebounds and 4 steals. Freshmen Jasmine Denning, Addison Chilton and Chloe Swartz had 2 points each. Sophomore Jackie Thompson and freshman Kyra Rainey had 1 point each. Steinhart said her group is a “pleasure to work with” that “wants to be their best for the coaching staff and team.” “I believe they are willing to put in the work necessary for us to have a successful season,” she said. Up next for the Lady Wildcats are road matchups against Evansville Memorial this evening and North Posey on Friday.

Turning the corner... Mallory Nurrenbern turns the corner during this week’s win over Bosse. The girls won both games this week. Photo by Garry Beeson

Lady Vikings drop opener, show promise in Schenk’s debut

North Posey senior Jenna Rhineberger gets ahead of the defense with the help of a screen from Ashton Elpers during the season opener. Photo by Dave Pearce

By Chris Morlan Friday night was not a reflection of how the North Posey girls’ basketball team will perform this season. In her first game as head coach, Jessica Schenk and the Lady Vikings struggled and lost to a very good Gibson Southern Lady Titan team 80-36. North Posey’s five starters were all volleyball players and have only had a few basketball practices under their belt. The Lady Vikings will be good this season and they have a good group of talented players. North Posey led early at 8-7 with 3:02 remaining in the first quarter. Then from that point, Gibson Southern dominated the rest of the game. The Lady Titans took a 48-22 advantage to the halftime break. North Posey was outscored 32-14 in the second half. Lady Viking freshman Alyssa Heath led the team in scoring with 13 points in her first high school basketball game. Sophomore Ashleigh Blankenship finished with 12 points, which were all scored in the first half. Jaedyn Rhineburger came off the bench and scored six

ARENA--By Chris Morlan Fullop selected AllDistrict and First Team All-State Last week, North Posey senior Julia Fullop completed her high school volleyball career with some recognition. Fullop was named to the AllDistrict Team as well as selected for the First Team AllState squad. She is the first volleyball player to be named to the first team in school history. This past season, Fullop led the Lady Vikings with 360 kills. Fullop also had 33 aces, six blocks, 505 digs and 13 assists. Fullop is also a four-time All-Pocket Athletic Conference First Team selection. The North Posey volleyball team had their end of season awards banquets. North Posey had a historical run in the Indiana High School Athletic Association volleyball playoffs by winning their first sectional championship in 31 years and their first ever regional championship. The Lady Vikings were eliminated in the semi-state championship and finished the season with an overall record of 27-6. North Posey head coach Natalie Macaulay announced the teams season award winners. For the varsity team, Julia Fullop was the teams’ most valuable player and best offensive player. Ashton Elpers won the Best Defensive Player award. Jenna Rhineburger won the Viking Pride and Best Blocker awards. Addie Fullop won the Most Aces and Most Assists awards. For the junior varsity

team, Sybil Renshaw was the teams most valuable player. Renshaw also won the Most Aces and Most Kills awards. Ashleigh Blankenship won the Most Assists award. Ava Lowe won the Viking Pride and Most Digs awards.

Stars win season opener 33-20 over Haubstadt St. James The North Elementary fifth and sixth grade boys’ basketball team played their first game of the season last Thursday night against St. James. This matchup was played at North Elementary and just one game was played on the evening combined with fifth and sixth grade players. The Stars dominated this game and beat St. James 33-20. North Elementary jumped out to a 9-2 first quarter lead. The Stars went to the half with a 15-7 lead. St. James outscored North Elementary 12-10 in the third quarter, but the Stars still led 25-19. During the fourth quarter, the Stars defense kicked it in and only allowed St. James one point down the stretch. Dylan Murphy led North Elementary in scoring with a game-high 19 points. Remington Johnson, Lane Young and Chase Meredith each scored four points. Ryder Seymour finished with two points. St. James was led in scoring by Luke Richardson with eight points.

country teams had their end of the season awards banquet. Both teams had a great season with some great individual accomplishments. Winning the “Most Valuable Runner” awards were Kade Buecher and Olivia Esche. These two runners were both semi-state qualifiers and led the way on how North Posey cross-country will perform in the future. Junior Gavin Wheeler won the teams “Mental Attitude” award. Wheeler had a break-

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points. Lauren Kihn scored three points and Claire Koester with two points. Gibson Southern was led in scoring by Chloey Graham with a game-high 23 points. Freshman Gabby Spink finished with 18 points and Loren Stoll scored 12 points. VARSITY, Friday, November 12, 2021, at North Posey North Posey 14 8 3 11 — 36 Gibson Southern 23 25 22 10 — 80 NORTH POSEY (36): A. Heath 5 3-6 13, Je. Rhineburger 0 0-0 0, C. Koester 1 0-0 2, A. Elpers 0 0-1 0, A. Blankenship 4 3-3 12, Ja. Rhineburger 3 0-0 6, L. Kihn 1 0-0 3, K. Bender 0 0-0 0, A. Crawford 0 0-0 0 GIBSON SOUTHERN (80): A. Tucker 2 0-4 4, G. Spink 6 3-3 18, T. Hart 2 0-0 5, A. Weisheit 3 0-1 7, C. Graham 9 2-2 23, A. Holmes 3 0-0 9, L. Stoll 5 2-2 12, A. Malone 0 2-2 2, S. Long 0 1-2 1 3-point field goals: North Posey 2 (L. Kihn 1, A. Blankenship 1) Gibson Southern 10 (A. Holmes 3, C. Graham 3, G. Spink 2, T. Hart 1, A. Weisheit 1) Free Throws: North Posey 6-10, Gibson Southern 1016, Fouls: North Posey 11, Gibson Southern 13

In the junior varsity game, things seemed to look good after one quarter when the score was tied at 6-6. Then Gibson Southern took over the game at the start of the second quarter. Going into the halftime break, Gibson Southern led 20-10. The Lady Titans outscored the Lady Vikings 29-8 in the second half to win by the final score of 49-18. Freshman Kaity Oakley led the Lady Vikings in scoring with six points. Zoe Bippus finished with four points, followed by Livie Maier with three points, Makenna Bryant with two points, Courtney Helfert with two points and Jenna Wehmer with one free throw. Melia Reid and Nola Ravellette led the Lady Titans in scoring with 13 points apiece. JUNIOR VARSITY, Friday, November 12, 2021, at North Posey North Posey 6 4 6 2 — 18 Gibson Southern 6 14 16 13 — 49 NORTH POSEY (18): J. Wehmer 0 1-4 1, M. Carter 0 0-0 0, M. Bryant 1 0-0 2, L. Maier 1 1-2 3, K. Oakley 3 0-0 6, C. Helfert 1 0-0 2, Z. Bippus 2 0-0 4, L. Owens 0 0-0 0, A. Staples 0 0-0 0, J. Freeman 0 0-0 0 GIBSON

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‘Lady Vikings’ continued from Page B1 SOUTHERN (49): M. Reid 4 1-2 13, N. Revellette 6 0-0 13, L. Maurer 4 1-1 9, S. Long 1 1-3 3, A. Deal 2 1-2 5, H. Hughes 3 0-0 6, M. Turner 0 0-0 0, L. Adamson 0 0-0 0

3-point field goals: North Posey 0, Gibson Southern 5 (M. Reid 4, N. Ravellette 1) Free Throws: North Posey 2-6, Gibson Southern 4-8, Fouls: North Posey 11, Gibson Southern 8

Members of the North Posey volleyball team are all smiles as they are honored by the North Posey School Board. Photo by Lois Mittino Gray Indiana Sports Productions to join Keith Oeth, Scott Mitchell, and Jordan Fisher as they bring you exciting Southern Indiana high school basketball. All games/times subject to change.

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Tentative Schedule: Nov. 19 - Girls: N Posey vs. Mount Vernon, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 27 - Boys: Princeton vs. North, 7 p.m. Nov. 30 - Girls: Princeton vs. Mount Vernon, 7 p.m. Dec. 3 - Boys: N Posey vs. Mount Vernon, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4 - Boys: Memorial vs. Heritage Hills, 12:30 p.m. ~ swinsports.com ~

Barry Cox, John Weil and John Rohlman participated in the fourth Annual Walk the Fairway Golf Tournament today at the Charlotte Country Club in North Carolina. WSI was one of the Birdie Sponsors for the tournament. This event helps raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Pictured left to right are Cox and Weil. Photo submitted

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Junior Bailey Cox had her first double double of the season with a teamleading 10 points and 12 rebounds. The Lady Cats picked up two wins.

Lady Viking freshman Alyssa Heath led the team in scoring with 13 points in her first high school basketball game. Freshmen scored 25 points in the game.

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