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County health care costs escalate

By Valerie Werkmeister The Posey County Commissioners join millions of other Americans faced with rising healthcare costs. During their meeting on Tuesday, November 19, they approved a recommendation from the insurance committee for new healthcare insurance for county employees.

According to commissioner Jim Alsop, if the county had stayed on the same Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO plan, they would have faced a 235 percent premium increase. County employees with a family plan would have faced a $420 per month cost increase. The Posey County Council determined they would not be able to pay anymore for insurance costs than what was already paid in 2013.

“So, that caused us to have to make some decisions and hard changes,” Alsop said.

Alsop stated the county’s claim loss ratio was at 96 percent. This means that 96 percent of the premiums were paid out to meet claims. Many healthcare insurance companies would not issue the county a quote due to this high loss ratio. The only two that did were Anthem and United Healthcare.

The committee reviewed many plan options and ultimately recommended a PPO plan with the least amount of increases for its employees. The overall premium will increase 19.5 percent. Employees who opt for a family plan will only face a $132 monthly increase. The

county will pay 87 percent of the premium, compared to 92 percent last year, for its employees.

Employees will also have a $500 deductible and families must meet a $1,500 deductible. The plan also calls for increases in co-pays and out-of-pocket expenses.

“It’s a 75 percent increase for employee premiums, but we felt like this was the best for both worlds,” Alsop said.

The county’s dental plan through HRI Solutions actually decreased with a threeyear agreement.

Commissioners heard an update on the status of the county’s information tech-

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Schools seek ‘affordable’ health care

Poseyville resident Jim Tharp of Masterworks skillfully carves a tree trunk into a work of art on the property of Neal and Rhonda Beuligmann in New Harmony, Ind. A carver for 14 years, Jim graciously gives thanks to God and the many around him that have helped him achieve his goals, including Wright Stemle, R & R Tree trimming, the Browns, Roberts, Bratchers, Tharps and the Potters. For more information on Masterworks, call 812-781-9379. Photo by Zach Straw

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Posey County News office to be closed The Posey County News office will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 28-29, 2013 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Happy Thanksgiving.

Free Movie to be shown Events of Harmony offers a free showing of a Christmas movie on Saturday morning, December 7 after the parade. ‘Arthur Christmas’ will begin at 11 a.m. and is free to the public. Refreshments will be available to purchase. Thanks to all who continue to make this holiday time such a special event in New Harmony.

Sheriff’s Dept. now hiring The Posey County Sheriff’s Department will be accepting applications for the position of Deputy Sheriff and Jail Correctional Officer. Interested applicants will be applying for 2014 job announcements.

Applications can be obtained at the Sheriff’s Office during normal business hours. Applications will be taken during the period of November 19 through December 13. Only applications received during this stated time period will be reviewed for consideration. The Posey County Sheriff’s Department is an equal opportunity employer.

Information can be received by contacting the Sheriff’s Office at 812-838-3541.

Wheat Deadlines set Planted Wheat must be certified

by December 15, 2013. Planting dates are required. If you have any questions, please contact the Posey County FSA Office at (812) 838-4191, ext. 2.

Gifts of Memory tradition continues All families have Holiday Traditions. Bill and Lynn Stendeback of Stendeback Family Funeral Home would like to invite your family to join them in their ‘gift of memory’ tradition.

This is a unique way for Posey County families to remember their loved ones on a special holiday. Beginning December 2 through December 13, they will accept wrapped gifts for adults only purchased in memory of one’s deceased loved one. Please mark your gift ‘man’ or ‘woman’ and if clothing, please mark the size. These gifts will be donated to the Mount Vernon Nursing & Rehabilitation Center for needy residents. All gifts should be brought to the Funeral Home between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. If you have any questions, please call 812-8383888. The Stendebacks appreciate your participation in this ‘Posey County Family’ tradition.

Lois Mittino Gray Affordable health insurance is a hot topic in today’s world and locally, it was the focal point of discussion at the November 18 meeting of the Mount Vernon School Board. The board voted to enter unto a two year contract with Meritain Health, using the Aetna physician network, in a self-funded plan option. Meritain Health is one of the nation’s largest administrator’s of health benefits, and currently manages Indiana VEBA retirement plans. Self-funding means the district will collect fees from the insured, pay all claims themselves and pay Meritain a percentage fee for administration and management of the program.

School Superintendent Tom Kopatich explained the process in simple terms in what he jokingly called “Tom Kopatich Insurance 101 Class”. “We start at zero dollars in January 2014 when we are no longer in the Anthem plan. Every month we collect $180,000 in fees from the insured. This builds up over the year and we pay out claims from that money. We hope that the claims will not exceed our

income and it builds up every year,” he said. “We are changing physician networks, but most people can probably keep their same doctor. We can compare prices for procedures online to get the best rate.”

NEA Representative Tina Parker asked about premiums the staff would pay for coverage and was assured they would stay the same as the present time. She said that she was pleased to hear that since insurance costs are on the rise these days.

School Board President Kathy Weinzapfel liked the idea of no premium increases for the group and felt it would be a great way to promote wellness for staff with high-risk behaviors. Director of Business Loren Evans stressed that “trying to get our group as healthy as possible would be an incentive and perhaps our own clinic will be established in time.”

Weinzapfel thanked the District Insurance Committee for its work studying all the options saying “This is a whole new world we are in now. I know you spent a lot of time on this.”

In other board action: • The board recognized the achievements of athletes in football, volleyball, soccer, tennis and cross-country. They will be honored publicly at sports banquets and in press articles.

• Superintendent Kopatich’s threeyear employment contract was approved at the annual salary rate of $95,780. This reflects a 2.1 percent increase over last year’s salary of $93,780 for 255 contract days, 20 vacation and 20 leave days, and with insurance.

• In personnel matters, the board accepted the resignation of Kathleen Green as a bus driver attendant and hired her to replace Donald R. Jackson as the bus driver on route 61. They also confirmed the employment of Angel Tucker as the secretary for high school extracurricular accounts and the district bookstore, replacing Susan J. Reynolds. .

• Eight staff members were given permission to attend six different workshops/ meetings, including one on “Understand-

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Common Core debate continues

By Valerie Werkmeister North Posey School officials held an informational meeting Wednesday, November 20, at the high school auditorium to educate teachers and parents on the new Common Core State Standards (CCSS). These new standards have been adopted for the 2013-14 school year.

Jennifer Lee, Curriculum Director and Assistant Principal at Barr-Reeve Community Schools, delivered a presentation in an effort to answer why the state is transitioning to CCSS, how it will effect students, teachers and parents as well as ways parents can help.

Lee described herself as a mom and teacher who sympathized with the problems surrounding CCSS. She explained CCSS replaces the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, also known as, No Child Left Behind,(NCLB) which was signed into law during President George H. Bush’s tenure.

Lee outlined the downfalls of NCLB that included 100 percent of Indiana students passing the ISTEP exam by 2014.

According to Lee, current Indiana standards coupled with high-risk students or those with less

than favorable home lives, would have great difficulty passing I-STEP. According to the Federal Department of Education website, www.ed.gov, NCLB ‘encouraged states to lower standards and narrow curriculum, focused on absolute test scores instead of student growth and gains, and created one-size-fits-all federal mandates.

“One thing that President Obama did when he came into office is he looked at this and said, we can’t expect states to do this. If we set this unreasonable goal for states, they’re not going to reach it. We need to do something else. And so what he did was offer every state a waiver, flexibility from NCLB,” Lee said.

The press release on the www.ed.gov website says, “States can request flexibility from specific NCLB mandates that are stifling reform, but only if they are transitioning students, teachers, and schools to a system aligned with college- and career-ready standards for all students, developing differentiated accountability systems, and undertaking reforms to support effective classroom instruction and school leadership.

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Sydne Postletheweight and Hillary May don their Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade attire as they get ready to travel to New York to participate in the annual world-renowned tradition. The two Dance Cats are seniors at Mount Vernon Senior High School. Photo by Ivy Dekemper

New Harmony receives $500,000 CFF grant

By Valerie Werkmeister New Harmony Town Council members heard several costly options to remove the town’s natural gas service line off the Wabash River Bridge during a meeting on Thursday, November 21. A representative from Morley and Associates of Newburgh presented five options ranging in price from $777,000 to $4.4 million.

Currently, the town’s natural gas needs are supplied through the line from Phillipstown, Ill. According to Morley and Associates’ report, New Harmony officials are concerned about the integrity and safety of the bridge structure that carries their natural gas line.

The cheapest option, identified as Option 1A, involves boring under the bridge and placing the line at the minimum depth possible to provide cover. Option 1B also includes boring under the bridge, but it involves placing the line in bedrock at a cost of $1.283 million. Option Two calls for the new line to tie-in to the Texas Eastern Main located south of Griffin at a cost of $2.3 million. Option Three explored the idea of bringing the line to Poseyville to tie-into its own distribution system. This would cost $2.5 million. The final option carries the line north of Poseyville and is the most costly at $4.4 million.

The council must schedule and hold a public hearing about the options before pursuing grants to fund the project.

Park Board President Barb McConnell reported construction on the new trail is complete, but remains closed pending a state inspection. Council president Joe Straw urged citizens to stay off the trail

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until it has been officially opened. State inspectors are scheduled to arrive December 18. A public dedication and trail opening will follow the results of that inspection.

Straw also stated that a portion of the new trail was washed out following a heavy three-inch rain the area received last week. The contractor who built the trail, Jeff O’Risky of O’Risky Excavating, will contact the engineers to discuss options to fix it.

Council member Andrew Wilson added that trail users should be cautious of local hunters who are currently hunting on private property adjacent to the trail.

McConnell also reported to council members that Playtopia playground equipment had been re-painted and will certainly be enjoyed by local youth during

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State Representative Wendy McNamara attends the New Harmony Town Council meeting held on Thursday, November 21, to officially present the council members with a $500,000 Community Focus Fund grant. Council members attended the grant presentation ceremony in Indianapolis earlier this month, but McNamara was unable to attend that ceremony. The grant will be used towards New Harmony’s stormwater drainage project. Pictured from left are Karen Walker, Andrew Wilson, Wendy McNamara, Joe Straw, Linda Warrum and Don Gibbs. Photo by Valerie Werkmeister

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OPINION

Life ‘outside the box’ has both risks and rewards Ever since I was in junior high (and that has been a few years ago), I have been one who likes to stay busy. I’m not one for sitting around wasting time. I guess that’s why things like watching television (other than sports) or playing video games TRUTH... have never had much of a place STRANGER in my life.

THAN I’ve missed many functions FICTION in my life. I’ve missed weddings, funerals, birthday par- BY DAVE ties, and most every other kind PEARCE of party because growing up, it was drilled into my head that those kinds of things were just a waste of time when you could be doing something productive.

For most of my life, I have worked at least one job, and sometimes as many as two or three at a time. I loved my family and they were important to me but because my mind was trained that I needed to stay busy, I never took the time to enjoy many of them. I’m beginning to work on overcoming that training but it has taken many years to even begin and I’m sure will take many more to train.

However, I recently enjoyed a weekend with my family. With a full-time job at the newspaper and another full-time job at the Ford dealership, time away from home and enjoying doing little or nothing at all is rare.

But my wife claims I tend to live ‘outside the box.’ I tend to agree. In our adventures together over the past 24-plus years, we have been good for each other. I tend to wander further and further away from the box where my wife is centered and content in the box. But sometimes I wonder so far outside she is forced to come outside the box just to keep up with me.

I remember a time, earlier in my journalism career, when a young man was making a trip

across the country on his bicycle. I’m not sure now what his cause was but he was making the trip to draw attention to a cause I felt was worthy. After spending a couple of hours with him for a newspaper story, I invited him to spend the night in our home.

My wife, to this day, contends she never went to sleep that night with a stranger staying in our basement. But as for me, I never gave it a second thought. But knowing what I know now and the difference that time has made, I probably would not do such a thing again.

But recently, family has come to the forefront of my life. I realize I’m not getting any younger but just to keep honesty in this column, I’m beginning to see the importance of events outside of work.

A couple of weekends ago, my wife and I, along with our son Eric and his lovely girlfriend Jacy, and Jacy’s mother Kelly, made plans to meet and attend a Purdue University football game. Connie made plans for the room in Crawfordsville. But a funny thing happened the night before we were supposed to go. The online service where Connie has booked the rooms called and said the Crawfordsville, Ind., hotel where we had reservations was on fire and we would need to find a new place to spend the night.

Although we have done some traveling, we had never stayed in a bed and breakfast. So as I frantically searched the Crawfordsville area for a room, I came across ‘Yount’s Bed and Breakfast.’ Immediately I was fascinated. I looked at the pictures and the home was on the National Registry of Historic Places and featured an old

cotton-spinning mill on-site.

As I sat in front of the computer, I began to think…What’s the possibility this three-room bed and breakfast would have the availability we needed for the next night. The way I figured it, there were two chances…little or none.

But I took things into my own hands and made the call. To my astonishment (and theirs, too) all three rooms were open for the next night due to a cancellation from some folks out of Cincinnati.

Reluctantly, since I had talked to no one else about my latest escapade, I went ahead and booked the home. So now I had to tell my wife that I had booked rooms for us in a home three hours away, in the middle of nowhere, with people we had never even heard of.

She took it better than I expected since it always makes her happy to be able to see Eric and Jacy. But we had never met Jacy’s mother Kelly. What would she think? Would she be up for ‘Dave’s Excellent Adventure?’

We attended the football game which, to no one’s surprise, Purdue lost. But since Jacy’s family hails from Iowa, the team the Boilers were playing, we were sure that at least some of us would leave the game happy.

We left West Lafayette and headed toward Crawfordsville. We had made reservations for all of us to meet Eric’s friend Thomas Clowers and his family at a popular beef restaurant later that evening. We proceeded to check into the home. But even I felt a little uneasiness with the arrangement, mostly because it was different.

Once inside, we met a lovely couple in their 70s and their three cats, none of which stayed in the house. In a short conversation prior to making the 45-minute trip to dinner, we learned that the homeowner was a retired dentist and

learned that his wife had been an entrepreneur throughout her life.

We headed off to the restaurant and met friends and had a lovely dinner. But on the way through the darkness of the flattest area of Indiana on our way back to he bed and breakfast, all kinds of things ran through our minds. We had fun talking about some of them. One thought involved a room in the upstairs that had a ‘Do Not Enter’ Post-It note on the door. Jacy and her mother laughingly indicated they wondered what might be behind the door…perhaps a torture chamber of some sort? Who knew.

But upon arriving back at the home and once settling inside, to our delight we found out that the woman of the house has painted every elegant piece of art that hung in the home. The retired dentist, also has an advanced degree in musical performance and had a beautiful Steinway Grand Piano in the parlor.

We shared stories and music until everyone was worn out. Barbara and Alan had shared stories of their colorful life and information about their two sons and their grandchildren. The following morning, Barbara and Alan served a lovely breakfast will all the trimmings and Alan took us on an abbreviated tour of the old mill, a huge building in the middle of restoration.

As we began to carry our bags to the car, I realized that they, too, had taken a chance. Perhaps we were the ones who could have been dangerous.

But as Barbara said as we all hugged ‘so long,’ this is the neatest thing about running a bed and breakfast. One night, you meet as perfect strangers and the next day, you leave as friends. I couldn’t agree more.

And it’s all because someone was willing to take a little chance ‘outside the box.’

Guest Column State Rep. Wendy McNamara Remaining Thankful and Giving Back The history of Thanksgiving celebrations has been traced back as far as 1621 when Plymouth colonists and Wampanoag Indians shared their harvests in November. It was in our nation’s first days that we recognized the simple importance of being thankful for what we have and sharing it with others. The importance of family values and civility remained and led to President Lincoln to proclaim a national Thanksgiving Day during the Civil War in 1863.

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays because of all the history surrounding its celebration, but most importantly, it is about enjoying quality time with my family.

Unfortunately, the holiday season is not the same for every Hoosier, especially those in need of basic amenities. The holiday season can serve as a reminder of the struggles to make ends meet. Thankfully, there are numerous non-profit organizations that strive to make this time of year memorable for every Hoosier and their family. Volunteering your time at a soup kitchen, collecting or giving cans for food drives or even donating money to these organizations can go a long way to brighten someone’s holiday season.

The Mount Vernon Food Pantry and the Tri-State Food Bank are great organizations that are dedicated to serving Hoosiers every day, especially on Thanksgiving. These organizations do a great job of meeting our region’s needs, but they could always use more volunteers willing to donate food, time or money.

The Mount Vernon Food Pantry serves any resident or transient working within Posey County. They are a free outreach that provides a 2-3 day emergency supply of food to households in the county. They are open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m.

to 12 p.m., and every Friday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. To volunteer, contact them at (812) 8383841 or by email at myfoodpantry@yahoo. com<mailto:myfoodpantry@yahoo.com>.

The Tri-State Food Bank has a very unique program running called Weekend Back Pack Food for Kids. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 39,973 children in the tri-state area live in poverty. Many kids rely on the school lunch program through the week, and do not have adequate food for the weekend. Through this program the Tri-State Food Bank provides over 2,300 kids each week with nutritious meals for the weekend. You can donate food or sponsor a backpack. Call 812-425-0775 or visit www.tristatefoodbank.org<http://www. tristatefoodbank.org> for directions.

Another way to help out someone in need is by volunteering or donating to the homeless shelter of Mount Vernon, Inc. In any given year, approximately 60 families request housing at the shelter, and the waiting list is continuing to grow. Some items you can donate are pillows, dishes, bed linens and towels. Call Phyllis Alspaugh at (812) 204-2762 for drop off instructions.

I encourage everyone to find a way to spend a little time helping those in need this holiday season. Even the smallest of gestures can go a long way to make a significant difference in someone else’s life. Enjoy spending quality time with friends and family this holiday season, this is truly what makes this time of year so special.

Rep. McNamara (R-Mount Vernon) represents portions of Posey and Vanderburgh counties. Rep. McNamara also serves as Vice Chair of Courts and Criminal Code Committee, the Government and Regulatory Reform Committee, Judiciary Committee and the Select Committee on Government Reduction.

Chapter 14 - Moths to the Flame Haskell’s Fighting Indians hosted Midland Nebraska Lutheran College October 25, 1924 (won 28 to 9). But the games against Still College from Iowa (won 12 to 0) and Midland were its only home games. The rest of that GAVEL season Coaches Frank McDonald and Rich- GAMUT ard Hanley stuffed their twenty-five players into BY JUDGE a caravan of private JIM REDWINE automobiles driven by the coaches and players and traveled across America looking for schools to play.

Because Haskell had dominated colleges from California to New York for several years, opponents were hard to find. Well established programs had little to gain from playing a tiny all Indian school from Kansas. Besides, there was a distinct possibility the Indians would win. In order to get games the team played upon the white society’s stereotypes of the savages. Headdresses, feathers, stomp dances and war whoops were de rigueur to appease the white fans. This allowed the white schools to believe they were only doing their Christian duty and assuaged their egos if they lost. However, it made for long tiring travels and long absences from class.

The Indians drove to the University of Minnesota October 11, 1924 (lost 0 to 20), then back to Tulsa University October 18 (won 26 to 3), then home for Midland. November 1 Haskell tied Creighton University at Omaha, Nebraska (7 to 7). November 8 they played Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island (won 17-13), then lost to Boston College 7 to 34 on November 22 before traveling to Indianapolis to beat Butler University 20 to

7 on November 29 and Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio on December 8 (won 47-6).

As the team was driving to Muskogee, Oklahoma from Cincinnati to play Oklahoma Baptist College (won 55 to 0) on December 15 Frank McDonald pondered how the Fighting Indians could continue traipsing across America in pursuit of games. He vowed to himself there would be a home stadium for Haskell and the upcoming exhibition game in Pawhuska, Oklahoma would be the catalyst.

Meanwhile Titanic Thompson and Hubert Cokes were cautiously preparing Arnold Rothstein for plucking. But Rothstein had been working on a plan of his own ever since he got wind of the exhibition game between Haskell Indian Institute and a makeshift assortment of amateur white cowboys and oilfield workers.

As Thompson and Cokes relished making Rothstein pay for fixing the 1919 World Series on which they had lost thousands, Rothstein was contacting his friends in Kansas City who owned the professional football team called the Kansas City Cowboys. Their season would be ending just in time for the exhibition game in Pawhuska and they were eager to do battle with the Haskell Indians, for a price, of course.

Rothstein had no difficulty guaranteeing each player the same amount he had paid the Chicago White Sox players, five hundred dollars.

So, as Coach Frank McDonald envisioned shaking loose Osage oil money for his stadium and Thompson and Cokes reveled in taking Rothstein to the cleaners, Rothstein was dreaming of turning the tables on the unsuspecting schemers.

PUBLISHER / EDITOR DAVID PEARCE dpearce263@poseycountynews.com

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Letters to the Editor United Way working on grant for CLC As director of the Children’s Learning Center of Posey County I am always hoping to enhance the care we provide for the children at our facility. United Way is working to secure a grant that will greatly help us improve upon the educational opportunities for our classrooms. This grant would give us the funding that we need to purchase materials to meet qualifications for Levels three and four accreditation on Paths to Quality.

I am confident that our program is preparing the children in our care for the next level of education. Our children are learning skills in literacy, math, science and social studies as well as valuable interpersonal and intrapersonal skills on a daily basis. To continue to enhance these skills we need funding to purchase science materials such as experiment kits, light tables with accessories, natural collections, and new sensory tables. We also need funding for

math materials such as pattern blocks, manipulatives for counting, addition and subtraction, and measurement tools. While our classrooms do have some of these materials, purchasing more means that children are able to have access to them on a daily basis rather than just as a special activity.

These materials are essential in helping children build the skills they need to succeed in today’s elementary classroom. The standards for our children’s education continue to rise, and for us to keep up at the preschool level we need to be able to provide these important materials.

We need donations to United Way to secure this grant. Donations of $100 or more are matched, so please consider the future of Posey County, which begins at facilities such as the Children’s Learning Center, and donate today.

Jamie Stevens Director

Doctors against murderous Obamacare As a physician and an American, I feel compelled at this time of peril, to address the changes that I see in the process of the actual delivery of health care to the American people.

From my perspective as a general practitioner of medicine, and from my concern as a citizen for my fellow man, I must speak out to explain the dangers that I see in the implementation of American health care today, as exemplified by Obamacare.

What I see being done today is chillingly consistent with the findings and warnings of Dr. Leo Alexander, the chief consultant to the U.S. prosecutors at the Nuremberg War Crimes Tribunal after World War II. In his famous article entitled, ‘Medical Science Under Dictatorship,’ that was published in the New England Journal of Medicine on July 14, 1949, Dr. Alexander made clear what happens to medicine when it ‘becomes subordinated to the guiding philosophy of a dictatorship.’

That dictatorship today is money.

Medicine and economics are joined at the hip. But, in real economics, economic considerations, and monetary considerations are not identical. The problem today, is that monetary considerations take priority over all else. The fact that health care is considered synonymous with acquisition of health insurance today, is indicative of this monetary/health care problem.

Nor is this a government versus private sector problem. Nor is it a Republican versus Democratic Party question. We just suffered a 16-day government shutdown, that almost precipitated financial Armegeddon, courtesy of President Obama, and the Democratic and Republican Party leadership.

At the same time, USA Today of Oct. 22 reported that the top ten CEOs of the United States made $5.7 billion last year, even as we are at the verge of a financial blow-out, that will dwarf the one of 2008-2009. This is financial madness.

Are we to dismantle our health care system,

based upon the recommendations of these mismanagers and people whose programs for theft would make Jesse James blush?

To remedy this crisis, we must undertake three important initiatives: 1. Separate the purpose and principle of medicine from a diseased economic system.

Restore the essence of the Hippocratic Oath as the philosophical center of the medical professions. The practice of medicine is meant to serve the development of people, not Wall Street financial conglomerates, and ‘population reduction’ agendas.

As Hippocrates said, “It is the duty of the physician, not only to do that which immediately belongs to him, but likewise to secure the cooperation of the sick, of those who are in attendance, and of all the external agents.”

2. Restore the Glass-Steagall Act of 1933.

The same Wall Street debt bubble which is crushing the Federal government is crushing the medical profession, as well as the rest of the economy. The only way to liberate ourselves from its destructive effects, is to restore the Glass-Steagall Act of 1933. Its repeal in 1999 opened the door to the growth of the biggest financial bubble in history. We must separate commercial banking from investment banking, and let Wall Street sink under the weight of its own bad investments.

No more bailouts, or bail-ins, for Wall Street.

3. Impeach President Obama. He has repeatedly demonstrated that he is incapable of performing the job for which we hired him. Multiple legal authorities have already assembled articles for impeachment. This man has failed you, and will allow you to die, with his inept and undeniably lethal policies that masquerade as ‘health care reform.’

It is time for the American people and their medical community to wake up, before it is too late.

Mark Shelley, M.D., D.A.B.F.P.

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OBITUARIES Emma Becker Emma Geraldine (Kincheloe) Becker, 93, of Mount Vernon, passed away Monday, November 18, 2013 in Evansville, Ind. She was born July 8, 1920 in Posey County, Ind., to Russell and Opal (Montgomery) Kincheloe.

JJerrii was a 1939 graduate of Wadesville High School. She was a homemaker and helped on the family-owned farm in Oliver/Wadesville area. She enjoyed raising her three sons and caring for her grandchildren. She is a member of Mount Zion General Baptist Church, active historian and enjoys crafts and quilting with other church members with Bee Happy Quilters.

She was a past Sunday school teacher. She was a member of the Oliver Community Club, past member and leader of the Posey County 4H, and past vice president of the Posey County Extension Homemakers. She authored the Oliver News in the local paper.

Jerri was preceded in death by her father in 1967, mother in 2000, husband in 1999 after 59 years of marriage, her infant son Larry Lee in 1945, and her brother Robert Kincheloe in 2001.

She is survived by her three sons and their wives, Jerry (Sarah) Becker of Mount Vernon, Ronald (Marcy) Becker of New Harmony, and Bob (Gayla) Becker of Wadesville, Ind.; six grandchildren, Scott Becker and fiancé Carol Redman, Dawn (Randy) Martin, Chris (Trinity) Becker, Amy Jo (Jeff) Will, Brad (Alicia) Becker, Jeff (Sabrina) Jones; her thirteen great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Brother Russ (Mrytle) Kincheloe Evansville, Ind; Sisters: Dodie Babillis, Mount Vernon, Ind., and Lucy Saunders, Lake Placid, Fla. The family would like to thank the care and compassion given by Dr. James Rice, his nurse Gina, caregivers at West River Health Campus who made her smile and to grandson Scott and his fiance’ Carol whom she could always count on.

Funeral service were held at 11 a.m. Thursday, November 21, 2013 at Mount Zion General Baptist Church, 1425 N. Oliver Road Mount Vernon, Ind., with Rick Sellers officiating and burial to follow in the church cemetery.

Visitation was held from 2 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main Street, Mount Vernon, Ind., and 10 a.m. to service time at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to Mount Zion General Baptist Church Building Fund.

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

John D. Wright Sr, 47, passed away in his sleep at his home in Orange City, Florida, on November 11, 2013. He Graduated from Mount Vernon Sr High School Class of 1985.

John was a husband, father, son, brother, uncle and i d to t many people l off the t Mount Vernon area as well a ffriend as Florida. He touched so many lives with his kindness and love for life. He loved Nascar, Go Cart Racing & Fishing. He will be missed deeply.

John was preceeded in death by his father Marvin Wright, Sr.; brother Marvin Wright, Jr. from Sanford, Florida; mother Joann (Wright) Little and step-father Bill Little, formally of Mount Vernon. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Christina Wright; sons John Wright, Jr. and Steve Wright, all of Florida; brothers David L. Wright of Minnesota; Michael (Samantha) Wright of Mount Vernon, Indiana; sister Eva (Little) and Brian Pevehouse of Texas, Mary Wright of Minnesota; nephews and nieces, David (Heather) Wright, Brian Wright, Joseph (Dominique) Wright, Caitlin and Elizabeth Wright all of Minnesota, Samuel (Carley) Wright of Cherry Point, North Carolina, Brad Wright, JoAnna (Scott) Girten of Indiana, Kristin Little, Clayton and Halie Hanks, Dalton and Tyler Pevehouse of Texas; many great nephews and nieces, aunts and uncles. All who loved him very much.

Their will be a Memorial/Celebration of Johns life November 29, 2013 at St. Matthews United Christian Church, 3007 First Avenue, Evansville, Ind., from 5 to 9 p.m.

Donations would be greatly appreciated and can be made at the event or at www.giveforward.com in John Wright Sr.’s name.

Family & Friends are invited to share their memories of John.

H I di Harmony, Indiana.

He enjoyed fishing and was a 50-year member of the Princeton Masonic Lodge and past member of Old Union Christian Church. He had worked for Pillsbury and retired from Consolidated Grain in Mount Vernon, Indiana.

Surviving are his wife: Mildred ‘Tina’ (Conrey) Wilson; daughter: Lisa Jo (Jim) Scheller of Cynthiana, Indiana and two grandchildren: Austin and Vince Scheller.

Preceding him in death were his parents; brothers: Pete, Norman, Arthur, Phillip and Paul ‘Red’ Wilson; sister: Jeannie Hein and a grandchild: Spencer Scheller.

Funeral services were 2 p.m., Monday, November 25, 2013, at the Werry Funeral Home in Poseyville, Indiana with burial in Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Griffin, Indiana.

Visitation was from 10 a.m. until service time Monday, November 25, 2013, at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Griffin Christian Church, 319 N. Main Street, Griffin, Indiana 47616 and/or to Mount Pleasant Cemetery, c/o Jenny Lloyd, PO Box 282, Griffin, Ind. 47616.

Leota Bell King, 92, of Mount Vernon, passed away at 1 p.m. Saturday, November 23, 2013 at Mount Vernon Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born April 26, 1921 in Crittenden County, Ky., to Isaac and Eva (Moran) Bell. She was a faithful wife and loving mother.

Leota was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Wallace Lowery, her oldest son Noel Eugene, her grandson Stewart, her parents Isaac and Eva Bell, and three sisters and three brothers. She is survived by her sons, Gary (Freddie Jean) King of Mount Vernon, Ind., Douglas (Pat) King of Chandler, Ind., and Larry (Miriam) of Innisfil, Ontario; nine grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and three great-

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Services will be held at 1 p.m.

Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main Street in Mount Vernon with Rev. Gene Cowsert officiating and burial to follow in Bellefontaine Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 12 until 1 p.m. service time Wednesday at the funeral home.

Special thanks to the staff of Mount Vernon Nursing and Rehabilitation for their tender loving care of our Mom. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Komen Foundation fro breast cancer research. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome. com

GIFTS OF MEMORY TRADITION 2013 Stendeback Family Funeral Home “Gifts of Memory” Tradition. All families have Holiday Traditions. Bill and Lynn Stendeback of Stendeback Family Funeral Home would like to invite your family to join them in their “gift of memory” tradition. This is a unique way for Posey County families to remember their loved ones on a special holiday.

Beginning December 2 through December 13, they will accept wrapped gifts for adults only purchased in memory of one’s deceased loved one.

Please mark your gift ‘man’ or ‘woman’ and if clothing, please mark the size.

These gifts will be donated to the Mt. Vernon Nursing & Rehabilitation Center for needy residents.

All gifts should be brought to the Funeral Home between 9am and 4pm Monday through Friday, December 2 through December 13. If you have any “ questions, please call 812-838-3888. The Stendebacks appreciate your participation in this “Posey County Family” tradition.

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Wanda Krohn Wanda R. Glover Krohn, 86, of Stewartsville, Indiana, born to Joseph Archibald and Nova Pearl (Wiggins) Wallace on September 4, 1927, in Poseyville, Indiana, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2013, at DeaH it l iin E i Indiana. coness Hospital Evansville, She graduated from Poseyville High School in 1945 and retired from the United States Postal Service in 1995 after 20 years. She was a member of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church and a Golden Fleece 50-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star.

Surviving are her husband: William Krohn; sons: James D. (Lisa) Glover of Owensboro, Kentucky, Philip D. (Pam) Glover of Evansville, Indiana and Fred J. (Jeanette) Glover of Stilesville, Indiana; daughter: Patty (Mike) Knowles of Poseyville, Indiana; step-sons: Gene A. (Mary) Krohn of Newburgh, Indiana and Gary W. (Betty) Krohn of Mansfield, Texas; step-daughter: Angela F. (Rocky) Howard of Stewartsville, Indiana; sister: Sue (Jim) Summers of Danville, Indiana; nine grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; eight stepgrandchildren and six step-great grandchildren.

Preceding her in death were her parents, first husband: Noel L. Glover in 1997; brothers: Dave, Junior, Harry and Elam Wallace; sisters: Lois Huck and Florence DeFur and a grandson: Joshua N. Glover in 2006.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m., Wednesday, November 27, 2013, at the Werry Funeral Home in Poseyville, Indiana with burial in the Poseyville Cemetery. Reverend Kerry Davis, Rev. Paul Huntsman and Rev. Jason Farrar will be officiating.

Visitation will be from 2 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, November 26, 2013, at the funeral home where there will be Eastern Star memorial services at 7 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Indiana Chapter, online at: www.alz.org/indiana Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family online at: www.werryfuneralhomes.com

Francis A. (Bias) Sellards, 80, went to her heavenly home on November 24, 2013. She was born on November 17, 1933 in Boone County, West Virginia.

She met Harry Sellards and they married on Deb 20 l West Virginia. Harry was cember 20, 1953 iin Eth Ethel, a career Marine and Francis had the opportunity to live in different parts of the country during his base assignments. After retirement, Harry became an ordained minister in the Church of the Nazarene and Francis was active in churches in West Virginia, Kentucky and Indiana. For many years she has been a faithful member of the New Harmony Church of the Nazarene in New Harmony, Indiana.

She has been an exceptional steward of God and He has welcomed her into His eternal kingdom.

Francis was preceded in death by her parents, sisters, Janice and Lillian, and son, Greg. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Harry; daughters, Brenda (Jerry) Straw of Poseyville, and Mary (Bob) Ankrom of Evansville; grandchildren, Jimmy, Jeannie, Beverly, Ronnie and Christy; great-grandchildren, Zachery, Isaac, Brianna, Hannah, Hunter, Jennica, Kyle, Kassie, VonTe, and Trevion; sister, Garnet Frye; and brother, Charles Bias of West Virginia.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2013 at 10 a.m. at Sunset Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home. Contributions may be made, in memory of Francis, to the New Harmony Church of the Nazarene, 531 E. Steammill, New Harmony, Ind. 47631.

Leota Bell King

Raymond Wilson Raymond Guy Wilson, 84, of Poseyville, Indiana, born to Pleas and Lena (Crooks) Wilson on December 13, 1928, in Johnson, Indiana, passed away Friday, November 22, 2013, at the New Harmonie Healthcare Center in New

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RETROSPECT

Thanksgiving has its traditions, too Madeleine, as you know, Thanksgiving Your daddy does not eat salads, and Uncle is almost here. For you children, it means Todd avoids almost all fruit. Madeleine, I a four day break from school, as well as am glad you are a pretty normal eater, and eating at several different it looks like Issabella will houses. Like for a few other DEAREST MADELEINE be the same. holidays, most families are As we now know, the expected to spend Thanks- BY Pilgrims did not actually giving eating at least two CATHY serve a lot of the tradimeals with different sides POWERS tional foods we think of as of the clan. For several Thanksgiving basics. Turyears now, I have prepared key was a slight possibility, a late-morning brunch, as but other wild meats and well as an evening meal. This has usu- shellfish was more likely. There was basially allowed everyone to attend one or the cally no sugar or white flour, nor any type other. With newer family members now, of potatoes. Actually, it is quite possible it becomes a little more difficult to make they served ‘sunchokes,’ or Jerusalem this happen. I have heard other people say Artichokes, and I would wager that very they have eaten at many different places, few folks even know what these are now. rushing around to see everyone.

Cranberries and nuts were probably availSo, I just get up and cook, and am glad able then. to see whomever can get to the house There are two major events that get sometime that day. It really helps that viewed on television each year, and are grandpa prepares some dishes at the Sil- also Thanksgiving traditions. One, is, of ver Bell, and one of the boys usually fries course, the Macy’s Parade, which was a turkey or two. When I first heard about originally started to issue in the Christmas this new turkey preparation method some shopping season. It began in 1927, and years back, it seemed really crazy. Now, it the huge balloon figures actually appeared is quite common. soon after, in the early thirties. Those first One of few things that I hate about this primitive ones were nothing like the maswonderful holiday is the leftovers. No sive characters that we see now. And, of matter what, there always seems to be course, for those of us who watch this tons to deal with later on. I try to send a parade, we are soon hearing complaints lot of it home with family members, but from the guys, who are eagerly awaiting I always end up with both refrigerators the other television tradition: Football. crammed full. I really want to go back Would our turkey really taste the same, if to more sensible eating the next day, and we weren’t hearing football game noise having lots of left-over pie and candied in the background? It is taken for granted yams is a love/hate thing. that our group will be divided into two Most folks hate the clean-up process, groups: men eating massive amounts of but one of my little quirks is loving to food while sitting in front of television, wash dishes. The first thing I had taken and everyone else sitting elsewhere, playout of this house was the dishwasher. The ing board games, talking, etc. only part of this chore that I hate is the Like most other occasions, I like to put time I can’t spend with my visitors. And I up a lot of decorations, and there are turstill try to use ‘real’ china and silverware, keys of all kinds everywhere, nestled into except for maybe the desserts. I can re- garlands of fall leaves. Many folks have member it always being my job as a child already put up Christmas decorations, but to get the better things out of the big old I can’t do that, since my house is the place sideboard in the dining room, and set the to eat Thanksgiving dinner. The next day, table. I was always very careful handling I quickly fill labeled tubs with turkeys, this old china. and start to get out Christmas. Some peoI still like to use the turkey platter that ple hit the gym after a day of yams and belonged to Grandma Lucile. It must have pie; I decorate. And for each holiday, my gone back and forth from Owensboro to relatively small living room has to be rePoseyville dozens of times for nearly 40 arranged. years, and I am amazed it remains intact.

And in recent years, there are plans beThanksgiving, after all, is the epitome of ing made to take part in ‘Black Friday.’ tradition, and I think we should use at I have never done this, but many of the least some old, passed down things and others get up very early to get a great teleremember other years and people from vision purchase, or whatever else is supour pasts. posedly the most coveted gift of the year.

Despite which holiday we are gathering And it is supposedly starting even earlier for, there is always one thing that has to be this year, on Thanksgiving Day. There is considered: With a few exceptions, I have something about this that seems so wrong some very picky eaters. My dear daughter, to me. This is a family day; no school, Heather, usually resorts to a frozen pizza, no work, we should be enjoying a day and I just automatically buy one now. Her of tradition. Madeleine, it really makes list of ‘never eaten and never will’ foods me shudder to think of how it might all is amazingly long. And Alexander, as you be changed by the time you are doing the know, also has a very short list of foods cooking. I really hope that you will try to he will eat. I am sure he will be eating a make this family gathering survive. And bologna sandwich, just like he does every hopefully, future children will be still eatday. There are several other examples. ing turkey off Lucile’s old platter.

Blood drive opportunities in Nov. SABIC Innovative Plastics, Nov. 26, 2013, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 1 Lexan Lane, Mount Vernon, Ind. (812) 831-7340.

St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, Dec. 8, 2013, 7 -11 a.m., 421 Mulberry Street, Mount Vernon, IN 47620 (812) 838-2535.

Birthdays November 26 - Jennifer Andry, Mary Mounts, Doug Creek, John Southard, Jeff Hayes, John Wesley Roddy, DaWayne Mercer, Myles Belt, Jenny Brown, Tucker V Gray, Kim Risley November 27 - Gloria Creek, Shirley Granderson, Sherri Schroeder November 28 - Michael Brauser, Nicole Jo Briant, Jeff Koester, Dee Ann ParkerPatterson, Spencer Franklin, Marie Kuebler, Mark Lagoo, Leacca Wilson, Mary Marse, Michelle Brown, Brock Sigler, Barbara Naas, Caroline Belt, Robert W Lange, Nicole Jo Melton, Anne Marie Redman, Selina Watson November 29 - Linda Sue Turney, Suzanne Harris, Amanda McCoy, Aaron Edward Butler, David Yourgans, Sharon L. Muncy-McDaniel, Lisa Slagle, Foster Tolliver, Amanda McCord, Lavenia Raven Russell, Allen Weinza-

pfel, Carolyn Wintz November 30 - Craig Logan, Frank Thomas Peterlin VII, Hope Rachel Elizabeth Peterlin, Angela Morrow, Lisa Slagle, Bryson Trela December 1 - Nancy Manchette, Jim Grebe, Garrett Lee Southard, Serenity Jewell Butler, Andrew Forrester, Pat Wilson, Brian Overton, Jean Whipple, Adam Mittino, Marlene Huffaker, Brian Overton, Sheila Schwindel December 2 -Debra Johnson, Susan Barnes, Jessie Crumbacher, Amanda Sue Werry, Samantha M. Wildeman, Melissa Morris, Bev Gish and Dan McCord, Marilee Crispino and Beverly Gish, Michael Stratton If you have a name to be included in the birthday calendar, please send to: Posey County News, P.O. Box 397, New Harmony, IN 47631 or email: news1@poseycountynews.com.

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Can anyone identify the children in this photo that was taken on October 24, 1944 of Mrs. Goldie’s third grade class at Black School House, Point Township, Mount Vernon, Ind. Email Michelle at the Posey County News at office@poseycountynews.com, or call the office at 812-682-3950.

Posey Humane Society By Phyllis Ripplemeier Thanksgiving In just a few days it will be Thanksgiving. Posey Humane Society wants to take a moment to thank everyone for their ongoing support and their many volunteer hours. Without a caring community, PHS would not be able to help the many animals needing a second chance in life. The Board of Directors and Staff wish everyone a safe and Happy Thanksgiving.

Holiday Gift Wrapping The Posey Humane Elves are at it again. Shop till you drop and then let the PHS Elves take care of the gift wrapping. Gift wrapping will be available on Saturday, December 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The gift wrapping will take place in the Gathering Room of the First United Methodist Church at 601 Main Street in Mount Vernon, Ind. Adoption Site Volunteers Needed Plans are currently under way to begin a series of off-site weekend adoption programs. Volunteers interested in helping transport or show animals at these adoption events are encouraged to contact Posey Humane Society at 812-838-3211 or via Facebook. The events will be taking place at various sites in Mount Vernon and Evansville. This will be a great opportunity to help animals find their forever homes.

Spay-Neuter Assistance Program Special Reduced Price Extended until the end of this year, Spay-Neuter Services of Indiana is of-

fering a reduced cost spay/ neuter voucher to qualifying Indiana residents with limited incomes. If you are currently enrolled in a qualified program such as Food Stamps, the Energy Assistance Program, Section 8 Housing, Medicaid, SSI, SSD, WIC, the Public School Free Lunch Program or have a major VA disability you may qualify to have your dog or cat altered for a reduced fee of only $10 per animal (reduced from the previous special rate of $20). Additional information is available online at info@getthemfixed.org or by calling 317-767-7771 (this is a voice mail line) and requesting an applica-

tion. To find out more about the program, participating veterinarians or information on other animal issues checkout one of the following websites www. spayneuterservices.org or www.GetThemFixed.org .

Posey Humane Wish List Currently the shelter is in need of cat litter and cat toys. If you have any clean empty boxes ranging in size from a large shoe box to computer paper boxes, the cats would love to have a few. The cats enjoy climbing and playing in them as well as sleeping in a box when they want a little privacy. Check out the PHS Facebook page for photos.

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Cinnamon color lab/ hound mix female. Found by hunters west of Mount Vernon on November 15.

This dog will be available for adoption next week if not claimed.

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Sondra is a beautiful red tick hound. She is very active and friendly. She would love to have a big yard to run and play in. She is also spayed, up to date on shots, heartworm negative, and microchipped, Sondra weighs about 60 pounds.

POSEY COUNTY PAGES OF THE PAST NOVEMBER 25, 2003 10 YEARS AGO Utility Superintendant Jeremy Farrar told New Harmony Town council members that ground had been broken for the town’s new wastewater plant.

Kaylee Beth Bender was born September 23 to Erik and Jayme Bender of Wadesville.

She weighed seven pounds three ounces and was 20 inches in length.

Three decades under the ‘Jackson Jaugernaut’ will come to an end when 32-year Mount Vernon Mayor Jackson Higgins hands over the reins to fellow Democrat Rosemary Knowles early in 2004.

New Harmony Masonic Lodge No. 394 is pleased to announce a celebration of Brothers D.K. Phillips and Dr. George Rapp receiving pins commemorating 50 years of Lodge membership and the awarding of 50 year Past Master Pins to Brothers Robert A. Johnson and Foster Tolliver.

The Poseyville Christmas Ball will be held December 6, 2004.

This year’s theme will be ‘A Candyland Christmas.’

The North Posey High School Spell Bowl team earned first place among Class 3 schools at the state finals in Indianapolis.

Angela and Robert Schwenk announce the birth of their second child, Alyssa Gabrielle. She joined big brother Collin Alexander on October 9, weighing in at seven pounds fifteen ounces and measuring 21 inches in length.

Leslie Ricker signed a national letter of intent to attend the University of Missouri-St. Louis where she will join the girls basketball team, the Riverwomen.

NOVEMBER 23, 1988 25 YEARS AGO Keck Motors will be closing its Poseyville location on November 23 according to an announcement made by the firm’s president, Bill Keck.

The Posey County Commissioners awarded a contract for Health Insurance to the Bayer Agency of Mount Vernon.

Rebecca L. Murray, a senior at Mount Vernon Senior High School, has been selected to receive the Posey County Good Citizen Award made by the General Thomas Posey Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution.

Vicki K. Matsel celebrated her seventeenth birthday on Tuesday, November 22.

Susan Parker Seibert was recently inducted into the Eta Lambda chapter of Sigma Theta Tau at the University of Evansville, a nursing honorary with 263 chapters in the United States and abroad.

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph LaRocco celebrated their second wedding anniversary. They were wed November 27, 1986 at the First Presbyterian Church in Cynthiana.

The North Posey Vikings seventh grade boys ran their record to 3-0 with a 50-26 win over Grayville and a 44-35 win over Wood Memorial last week.

Gene McCoy, Recorder and John Sherretz, Auditor of Posey County joined approximately 600 other county officials and employees on November 13-15 at the Annual Conference of the Association of Indiana Counties held in Indianapolis.

NOVEMBER 22, 1963 50 YEARS AGO The second annual North Posey Christmas Music Festival will be held at North Posey Junior/Senior High Sunday, December 8. William Hendrickson, Poseyville, has been chosen as director of this year’s festival.

A gospel sing will be held Saturday evening at Maumee General Baptist Church at Johnson under the sponsorship of the Couples’ Class.

Wanda Ann Overton recently became the bride of Gordon Scott Plummer of London England, at Mordon, Surrey, England. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Percy L. Overton, Owensville.

Mr. Ora Grigsby celebrated his eighty eighth birthday last Wednesday.

Mr. and Mrs. Francis Fehrenbacher welcomed a baby girl, Brenda Marie on November 7.

Mr. and Mrs. Norman Kessel are the proud parents of a daughter, Brenda Jean, born November 9.

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Seibert report the birth of a daughter, Ann Marie, born November 9.

Mr. and Mrs. Norman Will report the birth of their first child, Jeffrey Scott.

Suzanne Moutoux, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Alfred Moutoux, Evansville, and granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey D. Davis, Poseyville, was honored last week at Reitz high school where she is tied for first in her senior class, during Youth Appreciation Week.

Head Lettuce could be purchased for nineteen cents at Lloyd’s Market.

Compilation by Theresa Bratcher

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COMMUNITY

Turkeys aplenty for this Thanksgiving

By Lois Mittino Gray It’s time to ‘talk turkey.’ This week the feathery fowl is getting all the attention in pictures, parade floats and on platters. Butterball, producer of about twenty percent of the turkeys consumed this holiday in the United States, alarmed foodies everywhere when the company announced recently that there would be a shortage this year of the sixteen pound and above fresh birds.

Talk shows and social networks were all atwitter with the news.

Is there cause for concern here in Posey County? Not according to the ‘turkey man’ himself, Dennis Uebelhack. He and his wife, Diana, process about 1,600 free range turkeys a year on their farm on Nation Road in Mount Vernon. He’s been in this bird business for 34 years, having bought the operation in 1979 from his parents who started it up in 1940.

“For us this year, there was no shortage of healthy turkeys or hungry buyers. We usually sell out all 1,600 by Election Day, but this year we sold out about a week earlier,” he reported.

‘Sold out’ means ‘spoken for’ or preordered since many of the robust turkeys were still striding around out in the yard. They take orders at the plant and sell to the Rivertown Butcher Shop in Newburgh and The Old Fashioned

Butcher Shoppe on Stringtown Road in Evansville.

Dennis feels the secret to his top quality turkeys is ‘sunshine.’ “You will not believe the difference being out on the range makes on the birds,” he said.

“They have darker meat and are firmer from all that sun and exercise.” He uses no antibiotics since the fowl are outdoors in the sun and are not susceptible to diseases. They eat healthy grains and insects they find on the ground.

Uebelhack gets the eggs when they are twelve hours old, raises them indoors and then lets them out to free range at six weeks of age. They are outside until about 18-19 weeks old. He concedes that with rising grain prices, he’s had to raise his prices of late with the dwindling profit margins. “The best thing for me is to keep a low mortality rate. I make sure they are safe from coyotes and other predators and get no disease.”

All domestic turkeys are descendants of those taken from the wild in North America and Central America.

Genuine wild turkeys resemble their tame relatives, but generations of escaping predators and hunters has resulted in the wild birds having extreme wariness and smarts and a preference for rapid take off and flights of more than a mile. Are there shortages in the

wild population?

A combination of uncontrolled hunting and nearly absolute destruction of timber completely wiped out turkeys in Indiana and other Midwestern states. As late as 1945, it appeared that they might be a vanishing species in the entire United States. As marginal farmland returned to timber and conservation practices were applied to the ravaged landscape, Indiana was set for a turkey revival. DNR biologists began reintroducing the extirpated bird back into the state, especially in the 70’s.

Turkeys raised on game farms were released by the thousands, but only those with a high percentage of wild blood could survive. Semi-wild birds sought nearby barnyards and rapidly disappeared. Reservoirs of pure wild stock were trapped in the wild and transplanted into suitable habitats.

Between 1956 and 2004, 2,795 wild trapped birds were released at 185 sites around the state. Now several generations of citizens throughout Indiana can see or hunt wild turkeys for the first time in their lives in a state where a little over a generation ago wild turkeys did not exist anymore.

Shortages? The final verdict seems to be that the domestic and wild turkeys in Posey County are doing just great this year. Enjoy your Thanksgiving.

New Harmony and other places as needed.

Carol Reynolds announced the chapter will have an entry in the parade and Business Association will have a Santa House on Church and Main.

Nancy Weinzapfel presented the wish list for Riley Children’s Hospital.

Members may contribute gifts or monetary donations to the hospital and the mental health program.

Donna Creek reported

the Holiday Ball is December 14 at 8 p.m. featuring the Temple Airs. Members are urged to have their food at the Opera House at 7 p.m.

Rita Reynolds stated the annual Christmas Party will be at the Granary Monday, December 9 at 6:30 p.m. Contact Reynolds or Karla Atkins by December 2 to cancel. After thoughts and concerns, the prayer by Sarah Wynne Talbert was recited before adjournment.

The American Legion Auxiliary met at the legion home on November 13, 2013. President Jenny Witt opened the meeting with eight members present.

Chaplain Alice Klotz gave the opening prayer. Members pledged to the flag and recited the preamble. Secretary Leacca Wilson read roll call and read minutes from previous meeting.

Linda Sharber filled in for

New Harmony Holiday Ball to be held Dec. 14 APL News Add festive cheer to the holiday season by attending New Harmony’s Holiday Ball at Thrall’s Opera House, Saturday, December 14 from 8-11 p.m. The Tri-State’s own The Temple Airs big band will perform Christmas music and tunes of the 30s and 40s. Guests can enjoy champagne punch and holiday refreshments, and there will be an open dance floor.

All proceeds from this charity event will benefit local community projects. Past recipients include the Ribeyre Gymnasium Restoration Group for assisting in restoring the 1924 gymnasium, and the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites for enhancing the stage amenities at Thrall’s Opera House.

Sponsors include the Kappa Kappa Kappa Beta Chapter and the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites. Advance tickets are $15 per person; $20 per person at the door. For tickets or more information, call Donna Creek 812.682.3089 or Amanda Bryden 812.682.3085. Advance tickets are also available at the Antique Showrooms in the Mews, New Harmony. Thrall’s Opera House is located at 612 Church Street, New Harmony.

‘Nutcracker’ to be part of Christmas in NH Children’s Center for Dance Education will begin its 19th season of ‘The Children’s Nutcracker’ as part of Christmas in New Harmony on Sat., Dec.

Patrons enjoy fine dining and live music provided by the Wolfgang Big Jazz Band at the Amato’s Italian Dinner benefit at the Ribeyre Gymnasium on Saturday. Photos by Chris Laughbaum

American Legion Auxiliary Meeting

Tri Kappa News Beta Chapter of Kappa Kappa Kappa met November 11 at Johnson United Methodist Church. The charity Program Committee introduced feature speaker Beth Russell of Family Matters who presented the program. Russell revealed agencies available to Posey County residents and how organizations can assist with them. Kappa members volunteered to be Salvation Army Bell ringers during Christmas in

Doug Reynolds gets Santa’s House ready for the annual Christmas in New Harmony celebration on December 6, 7 and 8. Santa’s House will be located on the corner of Church and Main Streets in New Harmony, Ind. Photo

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7 with performances at Thrall’s Opera House at 1 and 3 p.m.

Thompson Theatrical has created beautiful new backdrops that accommo-

date stages ranging from 17 to 55 feet. Kids of all ages in the audience will marvel at new props such as an elegant seven foot tall antique Persian bird cage with dancing peacock inside.

Also, a magic box for dancing dolls will make them vanish and reappear.

The cast involves 160 participants in six cities. Children’s Center for Dance Education is pleased to feature instructor Dulce Hernandez Perez and her husband, Hector, in the parts of Mr. & Mrs. Stahlbaum.

Dulce has recent experience with ‘The Nutcracker’ in Atlixco, Mexico.

Look for adults on pointe in the party scene.

Tickets will be sold at the door or can be purchased in advance at the studio at 5900 Vogel Road, Evansville, in front of Skate World during the hours of 4-8 p.m. Monday thru Thursday and on Saturday from 9-4 p.m. or online at www.childdance. org.

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6 p.m. at the legion home.

Exchange gift $8. Bring canned and dry goods for the food pantry.

Business taken care of president closed the meeting in regular form. Chaplain gave closing prayer.

Dues allowance went to Linda Sharber. Next meeting is the auxiliary Christmas party December 11, 2013 at the legion home at 6 p.m.

By Stanley Campbell

Christmas Trees This is the final week to place your bid for one of our Friends of the APL desktop Christmas trees. The trees are on display in front of the Circulation Desk and there are plenty of trees to pick from.

Busy Hands/Basic Knitting November 27 and December 11 at 10 a.m. ‘Busy Hands’ is a local gathering of crafters and knitters.

Cheryl Carroll will be on hand to demonstrate how to stitch during our Basic Knitting Program. She will be teaching techniques. Yarn is provided and a limited number of size eight needles are available to use.

Thanksgiving November 28 and 29. The library will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Twelve Days Of Giveaways Beginning Monday, December 2 through Tuesday, December 17, we will be giving away gifts to our loyal patrons with each checkout.

The gifts will change daily until the final day when we will be offering a grab-bag gift. Thanks for being an APL patron.

Teen Tech Time December 2 at 3:30 p.m.

Teen Tech Time is a computer programming event. We will learn about and create a basic online video game using Scratch. Only registered teens will be allowed to enter the program due to a limited amount of laptops available.

Holiday Entertaining with Johnna Denning December 2 at 6 p.m. and December 3 at 10 a.m. Join us as Johnna Denning discusses ways to make Holiday Entertaining a breeze.

Johnna will have recipes and samples available. You must register for this program.

Pres Pr esch choo ooll Dance Danc Da ncee Party Part Pa rtyy Preschool

December 4 at 10:30 p.m.

Romp and stomp to some rockin’ preschool tunes using bells, ribbons and parachutes. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For ages 15 months - five years.

Registration is required.

All Aboard the Polar Express December 5 at 6:30 p.m.

Put on your pj’s and join us for a trip on the Polar Express. Listen to the classic story about a young boy’s trip to the North Pole, make a holiday craft, enjoy a snack, and have your picture taken with our special guest (could it be Santa?-yes.). No tickets or registration are required.

Teen Advisory Board December 9 at 3:30 p.m.

We will discuss teen programming, new books, movies, and music, social networking and test our ideas.

So stop by for a snack and some good times. This program is for those in grades six – 12 only.

Go Green with ZachMaking Flavored Vinegars December 9 at 6 p.m. Zach Reagan continues his Go Green series by discussing how you can make flavored vinegars at home.

Getting CraftyOrnament-ly Yours DoOver December 10 at 10 a.m.

Missed our November sessions? Don’t Panic. Join us as we make several ornaments that can be used for your Christmas tree, as decorations or as little holiday gifts. You must register for this program.

Lego Club December 11 at 3:30 p.m.

This is a monthly club for anyone age six and older who loves working with Legos.

Registration starts November 27.

Earl Ea rlyy Cl Clos osin ingg Early Closing

December 11 at 5 p.m. The library will close early for a staff holiday party.

Manga Otaku December 16 at 3:30 p.m.

Manga Otaku is a group of anime and manga fan meeting to watch anime, swap manga, discuss new mangas and anime, which new series to order, have snacks, play games, do crafts, drawing classes, and more. The club is always looking for new members.

Christmas/Holiday Snacks with Johnna Denning December 16 at 6 p.m. and December 17 at 10 a.m.

Johnna Denning will demonstrate how you can make easy, quick and delicious snacks for entertaining or as a gift. Everyone who attends will get their own supply of snacks to enjoy. You must register to take part.

Treasures Gift Shop Not sure what to get that special person in your life for Christmas? Are you looking for a unique holiday gift for your friends and family? Be sure to drop by the Treasures Gift Shop at the Alexandrian Public Library. We are delighted to offer you a new selection of quality local arts and crafts as well as other merchandise that would make perfect gifts.

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The library offers multiple ways you can register, including: on the web, by phone, and in person. You can register well in advance by going to our website at www.apl.lib.in.us. Can’t register on-line? Call the Adult Information Desk at (812) 838-3286 or visit the Adult Information Desk in person.

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SOCIAL Christmas in New Harmony to be held Dec 6-8 The New Harmony Business Associates will welcome in the holiday season at the 29th annual Christmas in New Harmony Festival on December 6 - 8.

Events begin Friday evening with the Christmas Tree Lighting at the New Harmony Inn & Conference Center from 5 – 8 p.m.

Join us Saturday morning at ‘Breakfast with Santa’ in the Catholic Community Center from 8 – 10 a.m., following breakfast is the Main Street Parade at 10:30 a.m. Daily activities include: Photos with Santa, Horse Drawn Carriage Rides, Make & Take Crafts for Children, Arts & Crafts Shows, Live Music

and the Nutcracker Ballet Performance at Thrall’s Opera House on Saturday at 1 and 3 p.m. The River Bend Brass Band will perform at Thrall’s Opera House on Saturday at 6pm.

The Ribeyre Gymnasium and Rapp Annex will host a Shopping Gala and Antique Fair, highlights every year are the Kiwanis ‘Sweet Shop’ and live music by the Shade Tree Players. Lunch will be available both days in the gymnasium.

The Rapp Granary will host the Annual Artisan Fair, the second floor will be filled with handmade artwork, Photos with Santa and Lunch available on the first floor.

New Harmony’s antique, specialty shops and art galleries will host open houses and will be filled with one-of-a kind Christmas Gifts for everyone on your Christmas Shopping List. Christmas in New Harmony promises to get you in the Holiday Spirit while getting your Christmas Shopping done. Don’t miss this heart-warming holiday event, December 7th & 8th in beautiful historic New Harmony, Indiana.

New Harmony, Indiana is located 25 miles west of Evansville, Ind., off SR 69 or seven miles off I64 from the number four exit.

For a complete schedule of events visit www.newharmony.biz.

Bridges of Hope booth to be at Christmas event

Air Force Airman First Class Devin K. Wilson graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Wilson is the son of Brian Wilson of Savah Road, Mount Vernon, Ind. He is a 2010 graduate of Carmi White County High School, Carmi, Ill.

Bridges of Hope, a Fair Trade Mission of First United Methodist Church, Mount Vernon, Indiana will again have a booth at Christmas in New Harmony, located in the Ribeyre Gym in New Harmony, Indiana on Saturday, December 7 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, December 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. We will have Christmas ornaments from around the world, a variety of nativities from the Philippines and Kenya, beautiful scarves from Guatemala and India, knitted head gear from Peru and Ecuador, jewelry South Africa and Mexico, handbags from Thailand and Bangladesh, baskets from Ghana, and lots of stocking stuffers.

Please visit our booth to find that special gift for everyone on your Christmas list. Find us on Facebook at Bridges of Hope Fair Trade or www. firstumcmv/mission/boh.

Jerrilee and Scott Lamar of Poseyville stand near some of the beautiful pottery and homemade soap creations during the Red Lantern Art Gallery winter holiday reception. The event was held at the Red Wagon on Thursday, November 21, and was attended by many talented local artists. Photo by Valerie Werkmeister

Southern Drawl This week my subject is Certified Law Enforcement Officer Frank Smith.

After five years in the Marines, Frank retired as Captain. He went on to become a Mustang, and attended Enlisted and Officer Candidate school in Clarksville, Virginia and retired after 31 years with the Indiana State Police.

After retirement, Frank became a substitute teacher, volunteer and school resource officer at North Posey School.

Thirty-one years on the force brings with it bad nightmares. Since 2012 he has taken over 40 criminal case reports, 14 crash reports, child sex molestation cases, drug cases, etc.

However, there is good with the bad.

There have been numerous students he has taught in the past who elected to go into emergency services, such as Mount Vernon

Poseyville Town Marshall Doug Saltzman talks with Barb McConnell of New Harmony about some of his handmade knives during the Red Lantern Art Galley winter holiday reception. His display included many detailed works of art that included handles made from a mammoth tooth, granite and even a corn cob.

Photo by Valerie Werkmeister

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Police Dept., Posey County Sheriffs Dept., Evansville Police, Indiana State Police, fire departments, EMT, Drug Enforcement Administration, Military, and one of his students, Erin (Schmitt) Koester is Vice Principal of North Posey High.

He has received the Silver Star Award for Valor, the second highest award given, for saving a mother and small son at a wreck involving freezing ice water, he first saved the son, then the mother.

According to Frank, “We have the safest school district in the area, which I am proud of. The parents listen and are active with North Posey.”

Things you may not know about Frank: he buys lots of candy which he hands out to everyone, only requirement is to say ‘Thank You,’ he once delivered a baby, he works

out, he plays golf if he can find the time, he teaches manners ‘No gas in class’ he laughingly shares, he likes to make the kids laugh, he likes to read would you have guessed People Magazine?, he owns several cook books, he loves to cook and do dishes.

Frank believes in talking patiently and keeping your cool. His goal is to make a difference in one kid’s life, but states, “I’m greedy, I want to make a difference in all of them, they are our future leaders. I challenge them to do their best.”

These days, Frank’s primary mission is, “To keep the staff and students safe.

We do this by having fire and tornado drills, and we have law enforcements come to North Posey to create an intruder scenario.”

I have to admit, I felt safe doing this interview.

(l to r) Haley Fischer, Ella Schenk, Sadie Adkison and Madelyn Miller are enjoying cupcakes they won playing the cup cake walk at the booth of Michelle Bloodworth of Bella B Cakes during the New Beginnings One Stop Christmas event on Saturday, November 23. Photo by Michelle Gibson Alex Rexing gives Taylor Catt a ride on his pony Billy Bob during the New Beginnings One Stop Christmas Shop. Photo by Michelle Gibson

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The Alexandrian Public Library cordially invites you and your friends to attend Got News? Tell Us! poseycountynews.com 682-3950 our Patron Appreciation Days celebration on November 25, 26 and 27 during regular library hours.

Each year, APL staff like to show their appreciation for the patrons that make their jobs necessary and fulfilling. Stop by at any time during library hours so they United Fidelity Bank to 838-3611 or visit the web- can say: ‘Thank You.’ host Saturday with Santa site at www.unitedfidelity.

And this will also be your opportunity and Friends on Saturday, com to redeem yourself of overdue fines. The December 7 from 9 to 11 library will again be clearing overdue a.m. at the Mount Vernon fines in exchange for nonperishable food Banking Center, 500 E. items brought in on those three days. $1 4th St. in late fines will be cleared from your acFree pictures with Santa count for each food item you bring in. If and free refreshments. For y do not bring g in as many y items as you you more information call 812-

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CHURCH/GENERAL Thanksgiving: Philippines Style On a sunny afternoon in the Southern Philippines I was asked to give a short inspirational message at a Thanksgiving service.

Though the Philippines doesn’t have an official day to celebrate Thanksgiving many of our churches here will celebrate Thanksgiving together around this time of year. What makes Thanksgiving in the Philippines different from the US is that it is done in the church with God at the center of everything.

There’s typically no turkey, no parades, no football games, no naps and no short grace before the meal. There is amazing food but this is a serious time of giving thanks to God. What made this particular Thanksgiving service even more unique is that it was in honor of a pastor’s daughter passing a board exam and graduating from university. There were many people at this service held in the yard of this family and for hours and hours we

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all sang, prayed and listened to several messages. At the end of the service the young graduate gave a response message where she told of her parents’ sacrifice, her hard work and then she tied it all to God’s blessing to be used for His glory. Imagine if our response to life events was grateful worship. I watched the beaming pride of a father who’s child was grateful and determine to live on Christ’s mission.

In November I begin teaching at General Baptist Bible College and working directly with those who are training to lead the future of the church. I consider it a great privilege to be here in Philippines not only to witness events like these but also to be a small part of training this next generation of leaders for service and, in gratitude, mobilize for His mission.

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When four-year-old Sam- “Aren’t you going to give we acknowledge our confidence in the Lord, knowing Natasha and Drew Davis prepare the trays of silverware for Salem United Church my awoke after surgery, the thanks?”

It is not easy to give that He cares for us. When of Christ Sausage Supper held on Saturday evening, November 23. Photo by Michelle nurse explained that it would be necessary for him to be thanks in painful situations. we give thanks, we express Gibson fed intravenously for the Nor is it natural to see God’s our closeness to God, realnext few days. goodness in all of life’s trials izing that He is with us in After assuring him that and troubles. But the Apostle every situation. When we everything would be fine, Paul reminds us to ‘Be joy- give thanks, we declare that she began the process to ad- ful always, pray continually, we are willing to accept the minister the glucose. In the give thanks in all circum- counsel of God knowing that The Harmony Chapel habit of giving thanks before stances, for this is God’s will His will is being done.

Ok, not all your trash... stewards of our environment Visit us at: SowerMinisbut we will take your plas- as well as our funds. Feel Church of the Nazarene each meal, Sammy asked in for you in Christ Jesus.’

When we give thanks, tries.org tic lids. Camp Brosend is free to drop your lids off at Church in New Harmony a brave and cheerful voice, collecting plastic lids (just the camp office during of- is inviting anyone who the lids please). Any kind fice hours (Monday through is looking for children’s ‘County Health Care’ continued from Page A1 will do...drink bottle lids, Friday 8 a.m. to noon), or clothing to call the church peanut butter lids, laundry call the office to make other for help. We have clothes nology (IT) needs by county executive assis- office has sent a letter to Taylor advising her of detergent lids, etc. After we arrangements. Visit www. for any sizes and ages and tant, Keely Winiger. The IT committee is still the violation.

Bids for fuel and a number of supplies used have collected enough plas- greentreeplastics.com for even have a few jackets. If interested in a proposal by Automated Office Solutions (AOS) known has Option 2, which by the county highway and sheriff’s departtic lids, we will be able to re- more information. you have a need please call comes with a $263,700 price tag. However, this ment were opened and read by president Carl cycle them to make benches Camp Brosend is located 812-682-3288. will cover all of the county’s IT needs, other Schmitz. All bids were taken under advisement for camper use. For every at 7599 Brosend Rd., Newthan hardware purchases, for the next three until they can be reviewed and awarded at fu400 pounds collected a recy- burgh, Ind. 47630. Phone years. The committee is working with AOS to ture meetings. cled bench only costs $200 number (812) 853-3466 The Animal Control report for October infind a feasible way to afford this plan. instead of the usual cost of and webisite www.campcluded 45 complaints, 16 animals were pickedIn addition, they have sought quotes from nearly $500. We can be good brosend.org St. Peter's United Meth- other companies including PC Quest and Gaith- up, two bite reports were taken and $176 was odist Church United Meth- er Technologies. Winiger stated the lowest bid collected. odist Women are collect- that compares to AOS came in a $311,000.

In other action, the commissioners: ing blankets for the needy They have an upcoming meeting with Informa• Tabled the selection of a bond council until December 10. Blan- tion Technology Architects that is capable of for the jail feasibility study for six months.

Schmitz stated the county is facing a state manEvery Thursday, serving Thursday, December 12 kets can be new or slightly handling inside staffing, like AOS proposes.

Commissioner Jerry Walden stated he sat in date to update security in the court rooms as from 5 - 6 p.m. at St. Paul’s – Chicken Dumpling Soup, used. To arrange a drop well as the IT needs. All three commissioners United Methodist Church. German Bologna with Crack- off of blankets, please call on the IT committee meeting.

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“I’m a lot more comfortable with it than agreed it was best to wait to move on another Everyone is welcome, sin- ers, Applesauce, Dessert I was before with some of the costs and fig- large project. gles, couples and families. No Thursday, December 19 • Approved resolution 2013-11-19-01, for a ures and comparisons. The numbers of things preaching, just good eating.

Ham Slice, Cheesy Potatoes, that needed to be repaired was astronomical,” tax sale to be held in the future. Posey County Thursday, December 5 – Green Beans, Bread Slice, VISIT US ONLINE AT: Auditor Nick Wildeman stated that the City of Walden said.

St. Francis Men’s Sausage, Dessert POSEYCOUNTYNEWS.COM Posey County Treasurer Justin White added, Mount Vernon may be interested in a few of the Hash Brown Casserole, Green No meal served on Dec. “As Keely mentioned, we’re trying to figure out properties. A list of available properties will be Beans, Dessert 26. what the best solution is long-term. We’re try- show to city officials prior to the sale. All proping to look at every angle possible and really do erties have been on previous sales and have been delinquent for a lengthy period of time. it the best way we can.”

• Approved the re-appointment of Donald Posey County Assessor Nancy Hoehn Bridges of Hope, a Fair We carry handcrafted fee, tea, baking cocoa, and Schneider to the Alexandrian Public Library agreed.

Trade Mission of First United items from around the world chocolate.

“We are trying to save as much money as Board.

Methodist Church, 601 Main and new items are arrivBy purchasing these items, • Approved the reappointment of Alsop to Street, Mount Vernon, Indi- ing weekly. We have lots of you will provide income and possible and be extremely financially conservathe Area Plan Commission. tive on this,” Hoehn said. ana has new store hours. We Christmas ornaments, unique dignity to hardworking and • Approved Winiger’s request to list and adA lack of progress in the clean-up of Paula are open every Tuesday and nativities, metal art, pottery, talented artisans of developevery Saturday from 9 a.m. baskets, handbags and totes, ing regions around the world. Taylor’s property at 1620 S. Lavon Drive, has vertise the surplus items available for sale from to 2 p.m. You can enter the knitted hats, jewelry, scarves, Please find us on Facebook forced them to pursue legal action against her. the old jail. Bids will received and opened in Posey County Building Commissioner Ed Bat- the commissioner’s December meetings. store from the parking lot at greeting cards, and stocking at Bridges of Hope Fair Trade The next commissioner’s meeting will tieger stated an abandoned vehicle that had the northwest corner of Wes- stuffers. We also carry 'Fair and on the web at www. been previously removed from the property is change from it’s normal meeting time of Tuesley Hall.

Trade Equal Exchange’ cof- firstumcmv/mission/boh. back again. The county has been trying to of- day to Monday, December 2, at 9 a.m. in the

News from Camp Brosend: Harmony Chapel clothing ministry “We’ll Take Your Trash” is now open

St. Peter’s UMC collecting blankets

Community Table for December

Bridges of Hope sets new store hours

Hovey House in Mount Vernon. This is due to a meeting conflict.

Turning Point to offer ‘Surviving the Holiday’ program

ficially address the violation for the past few months. Attorney William H. Bender stated his

Turning Point Apostolic Church in Cynthiana will be starting ‘Surviving the Holiday’s’ in December.

This is a Divorce Care &

Comet ISON to be visible in December

Grief Recovery Programs for those who may be struggling this holiday season with such things as divorce, death, loss of a job, or fam-

ily issues. There are many things that bring true grief into a persons life. For more Visitors to the Evansville information contact the Museum’s Koch Planetarium church at 812-664-8050. on December 1 at 3 p.m. will learn how they can find the comet ISON in the night sky.

When visible through binocunoon - 2:30 p.m. She may be lars or with the naked eye, a contacted at 812-838-3805 or comet can be one of nature’s trinityucc1@sbcglobal.net. most incredible sights.

Sponsors are asked to deA once-in-a-lifetime ocliver gifts to Trinity UCC, Fifth and Mulberry Streets on Monday, December 16, 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., or on Tuesday, December 17, 9 a.m. 2:30 p.m. Other times may be possible if prior arrangements are made with Jan King.

Help needed to provide Christmas gifts The Mount Vernon and New Harmony Ministerial Associations' Posey County Christmas Gift Assistance Program located at Trinity United Church of Christ needs help providing gifts for 18 children who have not been matched with sponsors this year. This situation has occurred because parents or guardians of 589 children

have registered for help, an increase of 56 over last year's registration.

Churches, businesses and organizations who have not already registered to provide $50-$75 of gifts for a child are invited to call Jan King at Trinity UCC to be matched with a child. Jan will answer questions Monday through Friday, 8:30 - 11 a.m. and

currence, the passing of the comet ISON is currently visible through binoculars in the morning sky. ISON is located between the orbits of Venus and Mercury as it makes its way toward a close encounter with the Sun. Barring its disintegration during the close passage around the Sun later this

month, ISON will be visible to the naked eye low in the southeast sky beginning the first week of December. Visibility will be best 30-45 minutes before sunrise through December 10 and up to an hour before sunrise later in December.

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Funding received for Smith to resume as School Resource Officer The State of Indiana has begun awarding grant funding for school resource officers and other school safety measures under the new grant program that Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller proposed and recommended last spring. Joined by leaders from the local school corporation and law enforcement, Zoeller announced today that the Metropolitan School District of North Posey County received a $20,000 grant for school security equipment and to employ a school resource officer or SRO. The Secured School Safety Board on which Zoeller is a member voted October 23 to approve and fund grant applications from 116 Indiana schools to create or expand SRO programs. The board also funded 196 applications for safety equipment and 18 applications for threat assessments. Those funding options were established under Senate Enrolled Act 1, the two-year, $20 million grant program that Zoeller and State Sen. Pete Miller, R-Avon, had proposed in January as a funding source for school resource officers and school safety. The Legislature passed the bill in April, Governor Mike Pence signed it into law and grant awards are currently being distributed.

“Schools throughout Indiana have shown strong interest in creating or expanding school resource officer programs, which underscores the findings of a needs assessment study my office conducted last November that found pent-up demand for SROs among school administrators and parents. School resource officers not only deter many of the problems in our schools but also can improve students’ respect for law enforcement.

Hoosiers should thank their legislators for providing funding for the grants to meet local needs,” Zoeller said today during a visit to MSD North Posey County in Poseyville, Ind. School Resource Officers are trained law enforcement officers who have been through the police academy and then receive an additional 40 hours of certification in working with students in schools.

“We at the Metropolitan School District of North Posey are delighted to accept the SRO grant. These monies will be well used to purchase cameras and radio safety equipment as well as fund our SRO position. Safety is paramount in and around every building at MSD of North Posey. Nothing is more important to us than providing

a safe environment in which our children can learn. These monies are a great foundation under our current safety program,” said Dr. Angela Wannemuehler, director of curriculum, assessments and special programs at MSD North Posey County.

“Students deserve a safe secure school environment to make the most of their learning opportunities. These funds allow us additional resources as we remain dedicated and committed to making our schools safe places where the focus can be directed toward educating our kids,” Posey County Sheriff Gregory Oeth said.

Zoeller serves on the Secured School Safety Board, which over the summer developed and implemented a grant application process.

Schools had to submit their grant applications by a September 30 deadline and the board screened the proposals and funded those best matching the criteria. The board heard 128 grant requests specifically for SROs and funded 116, including MSD North Posey County’s request. In the first round of grant funding, schools with enrollments of fewer than 1,000 could apply for grants of up to $35,000 to create or expand school resource officer positions;

2013 Mount Vernon High School Spell Bowl State Finalist members are: front row left to right: Merrie Fischback, Jo Kloepping, Faith Alldredge, and Zen Fulton. Middle row: Coach Pickrell, Jared Henning, and William Hershey. Back row: Susan Coons, Emily Tapley (behind), Aurora Augulis, and Coach Eaton. Faith Alldredge earned a perfect score of nine points. Zen Fulton, Jarod Henning, Merrie Fischback, and William Hershey earned near perfect score of eight points. The team finished Sixth in Division II and Ranked Eighteenth place out of 160 Indiana participating high schools.

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Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller (center) stopped by North Posey High School last Thursday to present the $20,000 grant to the school District. Proudly joining Zoeller at the event was Chief Deputy Tom Latham, Sheriff Greg Oeth, Director of Curriculum, Assessments and Special Programs Dr. Angela Wannemuehler, School Resource Officer Frank Smith and Junior High Principal Steven Kavanaugh. Photo by Zach Straw schools with enrollments of around the state and encour- introduced later passed by 1,000 or more could apply aged school corporations to large margins in the Legislafor grants of up to $50,000. apply for the grants to create ture and was signed into law Schools can apply again in new SRO positions or expand by the governor. subsequent rounds included existing SRO programs.

“Public safety is the numunder the total $20 million The needs assessment study ber one duty of government, appropriation over two fiscal the Attorney General’s Of- and we are grateful to school years. fice conducted in November officials and school resource Senate Enrolled Act 1 2012 prior to the Newtown officers around the state who which Zoeller advocated and Connecticut school shoot- helped make the case for SRO Miller introduced also le- ing tragedy found that school funding. We also appreciate gally defined school resource administrators and law en- the efforts of Senator Pete officers and established re- forcement officers around the Miller, the Indiana General quirements for their training. state would be interested in Assembly, Governor Mike The National Association of creating or expanding school Pence and the Indiana DepartSchool Resource Officers resource officer programs, if ment of Homeland Security in (NASRO) is a certified pro- additional funding were avail- bringing this idea to fruition gram and has taken the lead able. Zoeller and Miller cited so parents and schools will on training SROs in Indiana. that needs assessment study have enhanced options for Over the summer, Zoeller January 3 in proposing Senate protecting schoolchildren,” visited several communities Bill 1. The legislation Miller Zoeller said.

The North Elementary Spell Bowl team competed in the area meet at Central High School on Thursday, November 21, 2013. Of the 105 teams that competed across the state of Indiana, the North Elementary team placed first in their division locally and placed seventh at the State level in their division. Members of the team are: Front row left to right: Megan Brenton, Emma Goebel, Annie Stegall, Emily Fortune, Emma Cook, and Haylee Genglebach. Back row: Sam Belt, Kennedy Hallam, coach Susan Henze, Garrett Parker, Marcus Orpurt, Stephanie Wilson, Ian Heinlin, and Jaxson Bender. Photos submitted

Save the Date for the Twelfth annual St. Philip School Benefit Dance to be held Saturday, January 25. Tickets will be $25 per person and $40 per couple, which includes an appetizer buffet, beer, wine, soft drinks, and live entertainment by the band Kraftworks. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Must be 21 or older to enter, ID required. Additional information when ticket sales commence, as numbers will be limited.

Homework Hotline available Hoosier students in grades six through 12 who are having trouble with math or science school work can get help by contacting Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology’s Homework Hotline.

Tutoring is provided over the phone by college students who were recommended by their professors. These tutors are trained on how to best answer questions and ex-

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The Homework Hotline can be accessed: September through May, Sunday to Thursday, 7 to 10 p.m., Toll free at 1-877-ASKROSE (275-7673) Rose-Hulman also provides ISTEP+, GQE and SAT resources, such as study tips and practice After communicating on Facebook, internationally published author Trudy Krisher (third from left) drove from tests, to prepare students Dayton Ohio to visit the Mrs. Feagley’s (center) MVHS Contemporary Literature, who had just finished reading for these standardized Trudy’s International Reading Association award winning novel, Spite Fences. Trudy’s visit was a delight for the tests. class and included a casual workshop on character and plot building devices. After refreshments, Trudy handed out copies of her book Kinship, and happily signed the NORTH POSEY MOUNT VERNON copies for the students before they were dismissed for the day. Photo by Zach Straw. Find out more about Trudy at www.trudykrisher.weebly.com REBEKAH PHIPPS KALEB BURNETT

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By Valerie Werkmeister Editor’s note: This story is the first in a five-part series featuring local artists.

In a global world of ‘big box stores,’ these talented individuals offer a break from the everyday commercially made items.

Becky Kiesel will argue that she is not an artist, or that what she does as a hobby is nothing special. But, a quick glance at her hand-made jewelry creations should tell you otherwise. Her eye for making new creations out of vintage pieces like silverware, thimbles and brooches will make you appreciate this local talent.

Like many artists, the path she took to the place she is today wound in various directions as she traveled through life. Her interest in jewelry making began in high school when her high school art teacher, David Rodenberg, introduced his students to the craft. He had a centrifugal casting machine and assisted the students in melting metal to create jewelry.

She decided to pursue the art and went on to Gem City College in Quincy, Ill. However, upon graduation, the Poseyville native decided she did not have an interest to continue the work in a retail establishment or jewelry store front.

Instead, she found work when local dentist at the time, Bob Hammelman, asked her to use her knowledge and skills to create dental crowns for his patients. The required lab work techniques were similar to those used in making jewelry settings. She also worked for Evansville orthodontist, Dr. Brown, for several years.

Ironically, she found her jewelry school education put to use again while working in the dental office. Bending the arch wires and creating loops used for braces and other dental needs brought her back to her jewelry making days.

Still, it wasn’t until a fun girls’ night out event with

friends in the Posey County Junior Women’s Club inspired her to actually start making her own jewelry. The group visited Busy Beads; a popular jewelry making store that was, at that time, located on Evansville’s east side. It has since moved to another location. Kiesel was amazed at the owners’ talent and discovered their business was more than just stringing beads.

She decided to go home and work on her own creations.

“I started on a necklace and soon became stuck. I wasn’t sure how to finish it,” Kiesel said.

Hoping for advice, she took her piece in to the ladies at Busy Beads and their reaction spurred Kiesel to continue.

“When she turned around and saw my necklace, her mouth dropped open.”

Kiesel was excited about her reaction and she knew she was onto something. Since that time, she has gone on to create hundreds of custom items for friends and others who came to know her work through wordof-mouth conversations.

She has made a range of pieces that include matching the style of prom dresses, special gifts for birthdays and Christmas as well as beautiful sentimental items added to wedding bouquets. She recently used pieces of her own mothers’ brooches that were added to her niece’s wedding bouquet. She also finds unique ways to personalize her creations.

She explained how she created a rosary-style necklace for a bride that included the couples’ names and their wedding date.

“There’s nothing I’m doing that’s special, but when you can personalize it, I think that’s special,” she said.

She draws inspiration from the pieces themselves and often sits and studies the beads, brooches, necklaces and a variety of other baubles to decide what looks best together.

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Becky Kiesel stands near some of her jewelry creations during the Red Lantern Art Gallery winter reception held recently at the Red Wagon Restaurant in Poseyville.

Photo by Valerie Werkmeister takes time to evolve until she finds just the right things to match together. Her dining room table has been transformed into her work area and she has acquired many of her beads, necklaces and bracelets through thrift store finds.

Her most beloved finds are those handed down from her mother, Beverly Ellis and grandmother, Ruby Effinger.

Both of the women had a profound effect in Kiesel’s life and she fondly recalled vacations out west with her grandparents where her grandmother would purchase hand-made Indian jewelry. She finds it hard to part with items she has created reusing their vintage jewelry.

“Oh I definitely get attached to the items I make,” she said.

She has learned to take pictures of her creations to look back on as a memento.

Kiesel now prefers beading over melting metals that she learned in high school and col-

Above left: Kiesel used a crochet needle and fine silver wire to crochet this unique necklace. Beads were added and intertwined as the necklace was created.

Above right: Kiesel acquired these unusual silver sipper spoons that one may have used when drinking mint juleps. She cut off the spoon tip and created a necklace with charms attached. The brooch pictured in the bottom corner was created using pieces from her mother’s jewelry to be used in her niece’s wedding bouquet. Photos by Valerie Werkmeister

Harmony Township Farm Bureau News Harmony Township Farm Bureau met November 12 for the Thanksgiving dinner meeting. President Charles Huck called the meeting to order and Myles Belt served as flag bearer. Donna Creek read ‘There is a Season for Everything’ for devotions.

Huck reported several Posey County Farm Bureau officers are attending the District meeting tonight and Posey County Farm Bureau President Sheryl Seib is be-

Edward Jones in Mount Vernon takes Toys for Tots Derrick Wells, a local Edward Jones financial advisor, is supporting the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program by using his office as a dropoff 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, at 431 E Fourth Street, Mount Vernon, IN 47620, during regular business hours beginning November 5, 2013 through December 19, 2013.

“With the holiday season around the corner, we are all getting ready for the festivities,” Wells said.

“And as this is the season of giving, now is a great time to remember the less fortunate in our community.”

ing appointed the new State Women’s Leader.

The State Convention will be held December 12 in Ft. Wayne and the National meeting will be January 16-18, 2014 in San Antonio, Texas.

A new county president will be elected at the March, 2014 meeting. July, August, September, October and November birthdays were celebrated

by Charles Huck, Myles Belt, Caroline Belt and Rosemary Alsop. Charles and Sally Huck

will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary November 17 at St. Stephen’s Parrish House.

Don Temme invited members to visit the Winter Carnival at Vanderburg 4-H Center during the holidays which is sponsored by the SIAM Club.

Charles Huck read several humorous readings before adjournment. The next meeting will be the Christmas party December 10 at the home of Don and Linda Temme.

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“The beauty of beading is that you can always make something work, it takes the fear of making mistakes away,” she explained.

She does not have a website or formal store setting to sell her items, although she did sell them at one time through the help of a good friend, Leeanna Wassmer. Wassmer showcased the items in her hair salon in Poseyville before the business closed. Her sales come through friends or others who notice the beautiful jewelry she is wearing. Her creations take time as she works hard to ensure each piece is made with high quality standards.

She recalled an occasion in which a saleslady in Sugar Baker’s commented on the necklace she was wearing while shopping.

“She asked me where I got it and I told her I made it. The lady turned out to be the owner and I made her another necklace and earrings to match,” she said.

Recently, she has begun showcasing her jewelry during the Red Lantern Art Gallery receptions held quarterly at the Red Wagon in Poseyville. The art gallery is housed in a permanent conference room within the local restaurant showcasing a variety of local talent.

Receptions are held to feature the artists’ work while wine and appetizers are served.

One of Kiesel’s necklaces she chose to showcase was actually crocheted fine silver wire with beautiful beads interspersed and intertwined throughout the necklace. It was featured against a beautiful silver frame that complemented it nicely. Talented, indeed.

Anyone interested in commissioning a special creation

by Kiesel may contact her at 812-874-3288.

Q1: What does a ‘Defined Contribution Plan’ do for my business?

A1: Whether you offer health insurance, or not, your business can help the business keep key employees and save the employees money. Defined contribution plans help small businesses control costs. Cost controls are key for small businesses.

Creating cost and liability controls is about being able to set, control and predict all health benefits costs. We are amid a revolution in benefits for many small businesses.

‘Pure’ Defined Contribution health benefits allows businesses to offer healthcare allowances (‘defined contributions’) to use on individual health insurance. Thus, there is no small group health insurance plan. Employees can purchase any qualified plan and receive reimbursement up to the amount of their allowance. This controls costs because: 1. The business defines the budget by setting any contribution amount; 2.

The business decides which employees to offer the health benefits by using employee classes; 3. The business only reimburses employees for eligible premiums up to the amount of their health care allowance. Any unused fund stays with the company.

Q2: What does a ‘Defined Contribution Plan’ do for the employees?

A2: Employees love defined contribution because of: 1. Choice. Meaning employees choose how to spend their allowance. They select their own individual/family health insurance policy that best fits their needs. They choose the carriers and the preferred network doctors.

If they need a more generous plan, they decide. If they choose a ‘bare-bones’ plan, they decide. 2. Portability. Meaning employees own their health insurance plan, and can keep it if they leave

the business. 3. Guaranteed Renewability. Meaning the employees’ individual health insurance policies are guaranteed renewable. They cannot be terminated by the insurance company, unless they stop paying the premium. Health Reform means all individual and family health insurance policies are guaranteed-issue. They can get health coverage regardless of health. 4. Premium Discounts. Meaning, in 2014, most employees will have access to significant tax subsidies through the health insurance marketplace. They should be introduced to an individual health agent, to match their needs to a plan that offers an appropriate solution. Also, getting a plan is only a first step. An agent will teach them how to use the plan throughout the year, and be able to make necessary changes.

Q3: Can a sole-proprietor, or partnership, benefit from a ‘Defined Contribution Plan?’

A3: Yes. In the past, group health insurance was the best way for small businesses to provide quality health insurance to employees.

Today, group health insurance is a source of frustration with declining benefits and increased costs. Small businesses need solutions to offer the same quality of coverage, but with controllable cost and sustainable administrative effort. Choosing an agent to help with the health side, and setting up a ‘Pure’ defined contribution health benefit plan provides a better solution. Health Reform means chaos to some, but to others it means, ‘your big opportunity is right where you are now.’

Ryan Rapp is a licensed health agent with Crosspointe Insurance Advisors in Evansville, Ind. He can be reached by phone at 812-401-7225 and by email at ryan.rapp@ crosspointeinsurance.com.

New Harmonie Healthcare donated $100 to New Harmony Ministries to help provide Hams to families this Holiday season. Photo submitted

Harding supports Toys for Tots Drive The office of Edward Jones financial advisor Steve Harding is proud to be an official drop-off point for the 2013 Toys for Tots campaign. You can drop off your contributions at 430 Southwind Plaza Road, Mount Vernon, Ind. Should you have any questions, please let contact the office at 812-838-4668.

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Free musical event offered by Homemakers

By Valerie Werkmeister In need of Christmas spirit? The Posey County Extension Homemakers are planning a special evening that will help anyone rid themselves of the ‘Grinch’ attitude.

They will host a Christmas program, a ‘Scentimental Musical Evening,’ which includes music by Gina Moore of the Browne Sisters, a popular local signing duo from Evansville. She will be accompanied by Bob Green. The Homemakers host a special Christmas program event each year, but this is the first year the group has featured Moore. The group worked throughout the year selling baked goods to pay for the event.

Moore stated she has been singing as long as she can remember, but began signing publicly with her sister, Joan, in 1986.

The free program is open to the public and will begin at 6 p.m., Tuesday, December 3 at the Posey County Community Center at the 4-H Fairgrounds.

Attendees will have the opportunity to register for door prizes and enjoy re-

freshments before a program about the history of Christmas begins.

Puddy and Brian McCutchan will act as Santa and Mrs. Claus and will deliver samples of their homemade soap.

The musical entertainment will begin at 7:30 p.m. and Moore stated the songs will include Christmas and other well-known favorites. The evening will conclude at 8:30 p.m.

Although the evening’s festivities are free and open to the public, the homemakers will be accepting free will monetary donations to be used towards their Precious Posies mission. The group is responsible for stocking baby supply items used by mothers in need.

According to member Lonna Berridge, doctors give those in need coupons to be used in the Precious Posies store, located inside the Mount Vernon Thrift Store.

“We are hoping for a good turn-out and want everyone to feel welcome,” Berridge said.

Gina Moore and Bob Green will be providing entertainment at the Posey County Extension Homemakers ‘Sentimental Musical Evening’ held at the Posey County Community Center at the 4-H Fairgrounds. Photo submitted

General Thomas Posey Chapter Dar News Regent Sarah Dodd welcomed the guest to the Good Citizen award meeting at the Alexandrian Library in Mount Vernon, Indiana.

Regent Sarah Dodd and Chaplain Martha Ries led the group in the Ritual. Regent Dodd explained the rules each student had to follow for the Good Citizen award. Part I: Personal A-High School; B-Home and Community; C-Future Plans; D-Extra-Curricular Activities; and E-Good Citizen Qualities. Part II: Essay Title: Our American Heritage and Our Responsibility for Preserving It. Focus Question: How does one’s personal heritage affect one’s duties to our nation?

During the presentation ceremony the siren warning went off and the group went to safe room.

After the okay to return to the meeting room the awards were continued. First place winner is Amy Elizabeth Priest, daughter of Jim and Gayle Priest. She received $100, Certificate, and a pin. The second place winner is Cara Michele Hoskins daughter of Craig and Rhonda Hoskins.

She received $75, Certificate and a pin.

Punch and cup cakes were served following the meeting.

Our next meeting will be Tuesday, December 10, 2013 at 11 a.m., luncheon at Solarbron Pointe Retirement Community. Please bring comfort items for veterans, hats and gloves for school chilCara Hoskins (l) and Amy Priest (r) dren and $5 gift exchange among were receipients of the Good Citizen members. award. Photo submitted

United Way reaches 83 percent of goal Pat Beckgerd, campaign chairman, announced that the United Way of Posey County campaign drive has raised 83 percent of the $670,000 goal. She urged all the people of Posey County to get involved. ‘The United Way campaign still has a long way to go and we need everyone’s help to have a successful campaign. Contributions help to make sure that important services are available for the people of our community, both to improve the quality of our lives and those of our families and to help in times of need.’

United Way of Posey County agencies receiving funds in 2013 are: Albion Fellows Bacon Center, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boy Scouts of America Buffalo Trace Council, Catholic Charities, Children’s Learning Center, Christian Church Day Care Center, Community Emergency Assistance, ECHO Community Health Care, Family Matters, Homeless Shelter of Mt. Vernon, Indiana Legal Services, Lampion Center, New Harmony Ministry Association, Posey County Council on Aging, Posey County Red Cross,

Posey County Rehabilitation Services, Rehabilitation Center, Salvation Army, Visiting Nurse Association of Southwestern Indiana, WNIN Radio Reading Program, and Willow Tree of Posey County. In addition, contributions help to fund United Way programs such as the local Gifts In Kind program, Information and Referral Assistance, 2-1-1, the easy-to-recall telephone number for access to information about resources and assistance in Posey County, and the prescription drug discount program.

Wayne Games, president of the United Way of Posey County, said “Through the efforts of local volunteers who participate in the volunteer review process to determine what services an agency provides for the people of Posey County and how the funds are being used, contributors can make sure that their generosity to the United Way of Posey County is a good investment in what matters in our community. If you would like to help with this, just let us know. It is the work of these volunteers that allows us to say to everyone that if you want to make a

difference in your community this is a great way to do it because your contribution is not wasted, stays here to help people in our community, and is effectively used.”

This year the volunteers working to make this happen are: Donald Baier, Kenyon Bailey, Pat Beckgerd, Grant Beloat, Steve Bennett, Frank Chapman, Joe Crissup, John Deaton, Dana Dieterle, Beth Dingman, Wayne Games, Andrea Gentry, Bill Gillenwater, Jack Higgins, Phyllis Johnson, Bob Lange, Niall McConville, Randy Northrop, Monique Os-

ban, Michael Peck, Sherrie Plouchard, Clayton Powers, Jay Price, John Raisor, Richard Reich, Dan Ritter, Carrie Robb, Keith Spurgeon, Benny Tennyson, Eric Thomason, Tom Verkamp, Angela Wannemuehler, Nick Wildeman, Larry Williams, Fran Wood-Osborne, and Shawn Worman.

You can contact the United Way of Posey County at 838-3637 or uwposey@sbcglobal.net for more information or to get involved. Contributions can be sent to P.O. Box 562, Mount Vernon, Indiana 47620.

Wayne Games, president of the United Way of Posey County with Marty Crispino of the New Harmony Kiwanis Club. Photo submitted

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Zoe Straw enjoys cookies from the Trinity United Church of Christ’s Sixth Annual Sugar and Spice Bake Sale. Members of the congregation donated cookies, cakes, pies and other sweets which were sold at excellent prices. Seen here helping Zoe are Trinity Jacki Hamman fills in for daughter Brooklynn, who had to leave early for basketball UCC volunteers Sarah Becker, Wilma Jacobs, Brenda Schroeder, Glenda Higgins and practice, at her Oragami Owl Booth at the Saint Francis Relay for Life Christmas BaNancy Johnston. Photo by Zach Straw zaar held at North Elementary School this past Saturday. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

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ing the Teen Brain” in Jasper.

• The board approved for Jennifer Dyhrkopp and Courtney York to be moved up on the salary schedule since completing their Masters Degree. Moving up with a Bachelor Degree plus 20

is Cynthia Basham, Dustin Boyer and Erica Thomas.

• Approved a two-year lease to the Mt. Vernon Food Pantry to rent 2816 square feet on the main floor of Hedges Central School for $360 a month. The board

also approved two one-year leases on the lower level for $150 month. They are to Posey County Domestic Violence Task Force/ Willowtree for 704 square feet and to Message Ministry Baptist Church for 880 square feet of space.

• The board did not meet in Executive Session after the public meeting as it was cancelled. The next board meeting is Monday, December 2, 2013 at 5:45 p.m. at the Mount Vernon Jr. High School.

‘Common Core’ continued from Page A1 This is how CCSS was born. Lee stated there is a general misconception out there that these standards were developed by the federal government and that states had little choice in the decision. She clarified that the Governor’s Association commissioned the creation of CCSS, not the federal government.

“We don’t have a choice as educators what we teach our kids. That’s decided at the state level. The states actually had a choice whether they adopted CCSS. Every governor signed this and said, ‘we’re going to bring the very best standards in to teach our kids,” Lee said.

On the other hand, Lee did also acknowledge that the states didn’t have very much of a choice because of the much needed federal funding tied to the implementation of CCSS. Lee acknowledged that the CCSS is still not very well understood and the system is “a bit of a mess.” Passage of CCSS went quickly before many knew what was

happening.

“Parents weren’t sure what was going on because most schools weren’t even sure what was going on,” Lee said. The Department of Education wasn’t passing down information in order to help schools, teachers or parents.

In the midst of the curriculum changes, discussion began at the state level about teacher accountability and evaluations. Soon after, RISE was implemented as a way to assess teacher performance in the classroom.

Schools are also graded on how well they’re educating students based on an A-F model.

Lee explained those changes tie back into the waiver requirements cited

by Obama in order to bypass NCLB. “If those steps were not taken and those hoops were not jumped through, Indiana would have never received a waiver from NCLB,” Lee said. “If we don’t receive that waiver, then we’re in trouble come spring when

100 percent of our kids don’t pass the ISTEP exam.

The repercussions from that is, we start to lose funding from the federal government.”

To those who assume state funding and money from property taxes provide all that is necessary for our schools to operate – Lee had this to say: The federal money that we get for certain programs like Title 1 and Title 2 programs, all kinds of things that help our kids in classrooms, if we lose that money, it’s going to be a huge loss for our kids in Indiana to the point where we won’t have schools that will be able to function without those funds. So, basically Indiana didn’t have a choice.”

“When I said at the beginning we didn’t have a choice what was going to happen with these standards, that’s what I mean,” Lee said.

Indiana standards have also been deemed far too low in order to prepare students for college and the workforce. Lee cited exam-

ples in which teachers have worked hard to teach NCLB standards so that students could pass the I-STEP test.

They found that students weren’t actually mastering the skill set needed to fully understand the concept being taught. When Indiana curriculum standards were reviewed, it was determined that although they were some of the best in the nation, it would take students 18 years to master them.

“Well, we don’t have 23-year-olds graduating from high school,” Lee said.

“That’s a little bit of a problem because we don’t have 18 years to teach them.

Although Indiana has adopted CCSS, the implementation of the new curriculum is on “pause” pending a review. HEA 1427 interrupted the timeline which created good points and bad points.

The good point is that it is allowing schools and educators an additional year to understand what’s in it.

CCSS must be taught and thought of in a completely new way. It was passed without any forethought on how to implement. Not only are the current kindergarten through second grade stu-

dents who are trying to learn it struggling, teachers and parents are having difficulty understanding the material.

The negative side to the pause created by HEA 1427 is that students must still take I-STEP tests.

A special legislative study committee is currently reviewing CCSS. The involvement of politics has not made the process easier.

On Friday, November 15, the committee convened and the Republicans unanimously voted on a resolution for Indiana to write new standards and spoke out against CCSS. Democrats failed to attend the meeting, so the vote has little recourse for or against CCSS. It only proves the point that education standards have become another political football to be tossed back and forth.

“We are trying our very best to set kids up in the best situation possible so that when these decisions are made, we can very easily say we’re going to go this way based on that decision or we’re going to take another turn and we’re going to go this way. Right now, we have to make sure we are setting ourselves up because

we don’t know exactly what the state is going to do with several of these decisions.

Parents who attended the informational session asked ways to help their K-2 students who are struggling with CCSS material.

Lee advised them to offer lots of encouragement and realize the concepts may not be quickly or easily understood. It will take a few years to build on the material to fully grasp the concept. Lee emphasized the importance of allowing students to struggle with the challenging problems now so that the first time they encounter difficult problems is after graduation.

She also encouraged parents to contact their legislators and push for additional funding for professional development funding for teachers. There are very few resources available to educate the teachers on how to teach to the students. Without funding, the task is monumental.

Lee referenced additional information on CCSS can be found on: www.smarterbalanced.org, www.parcconline.org and www.teachingchannel.org.

‘New Harmony’ continued from Page A1 warm weather days. The park has also planted a total of 37 new trees this year.

The council approved a decision to raze the former Tree of Life building. Council members openly discussed their opinions on whether or not the building should be demolished. Straw stated he had personally shown the old structure to a number of interested individuals. Unfortunately, the current state of the building would be very costly to renovate and most individuals were more interested in the use of the land if the building was razed.

There are approximately three full size city lots totaling about one acre in which the building and parking lot are currently seated. Council members noted that a few developers had expressed interest in building new homes on the lots. The council liked the possibility of a return on their money via taxes and utility fees. Don Gibbs noted he would like to ensure the council had a say in the use of the land pending the sale and development of the property.

They approved a motion to raze the structure and awarded the bid to Lupfer Equipment, LLC for a total of $12,230. They also received a $19,900 bid from O’Risky Excavating.

State Representative Wendy McNamara attended the meeting to formally present the council with a $500,000 Community Focus Fund grant. The council had previously traveled to Indianapolis to receive the grant in an official ceremony, however McNamara was unable to attend. She expressed her admiration for the town’s perseverance in working hard to achieve their goals.

The council approved Salary Ordinance 2013-10 that set the Clerk-Treasurer’s monthly salary at $3,146.20 and the council members’ annual salary at $3,600.

Posey County Commissioner Jerry Walden informed council members that the commissioners would make a ruling on the ownership of South Road before the end of the year. The commissioners had promised to review the matter and make a decision at that time.

Karen Walker reported that an analysis on the priorities and needs of the wastewater treatment plant is still being completed. An official report will be given during the council’s December meeting.

The next New Harmony Town Council meeting will be held Thursday, December 19, at 5 p.m. in the town hall.

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Court News Arrests November 14 Kyle Thompson—Mount Vernon—Domestic Battery, Strangulation, Interfering with a Crime—MVPD Delmar Lemon—Mount Vernon—Domestic Battery—MVPD November 17 Larry Lisanby—Mount Vernon—Operating While Intoxicated—ISP Justin Lisanby—Mount Vernon—Warrant, Operating While Intoxicated, Driving While Suspended (Petition to Revoke)—PCS November 19 Justin Keith—Mount Vernon—Warrant, Non-support of a Dependant—PCS November 20 Jeffery Harper—Vincennes—Warrant, Operating While Intoxicated, Reckless Driving, Theft (Petition to Revoke)—PCS Emma Johnston—Mount Vernon—Residential Entry, Battery x2—MVPD November 22 Elizabeth Kirtley—Mount Vernon—Driving While Suspended, Breath Test Refusal-PCS Complaints November 9 12:05 am—Breaking and Entering—Daughter’s house has been broken into in the last couple of days. Several large items taken. Requesting a deputy—Gregory Lane, Mount Vernon 5:13 am—Car-Deer—Extensive damage on pickup.

In the middle of the road. Vehicle won’t start—Hwy 66, Wadesville 6:27 pm—Suspicious— Caller advised there was a female subject and a white Crossover vehicle that was parked out back and it looked like she was trying to hide her vehicle so she wouldn’t be noticed. He advised he went outside and she got in the vehicle and took off. The caller left the scene and is now heading back there to see what she was getting into— Church Street, Cynthiana November 10 12:01 am—Miscellaneous—Caller advised there were subjects in his house, then advised they left as soon as he got on the phone. Advised this has happened the last three nights. Asked caller to speak with his wife. Wife advised there was not and had not been anyone in the house—St. Phillips Road, Evansville 12:59 am—Failure to

Pay—Had a subject skip out on the fare $26. Only knows his name is Jordan. Went in the back door and hasn’t seen him since. Still at this address—Cedarwood Court, Evansville November 11 5:27 pm—Vandalism— Someone has run over driveway light to the church. Does not need to speak to an officer, just would like this on file—Bald Knob Road, Mount Vernon 10:31 pm—CarDeer—1999 Chevy Silverado extended cab, hit deer.

Did not have phone, turned around and went to business location to call. Vehicle is over-heating and he has not power steering—Hwy 62, Mount Vernon November 12 6:03 am—CarDeer—2006 black Jeep Cherokee, front end damage, leaking fluids—Hwy 69, New Harmony 7:06 pm—Drugs—Caller advised he owns this house and it was previously a meth house. He’s gone to the house to light the pilot light and he has found a 2 liter bottle with a white substance in it.

No one else there—Cavalier Lane, Poseyville 11:29 pm—Public Intoxication—one male and one female in a yellow Fiat, parked illegally and came into the visitor center, stumbling around and smelled of alcohol. The subject they are picking up is getting off work in approximately an hour— Lexan Lane, Mount Vernoane November 13 5:56 am—CarDeer—2006 Dodge Ram, silver—St. Phillips Road, Mount Vernon November 14 10:54 am—Alarm—Residence, basement double door—Blackford Road, Mount Vernon 9:54 pm—Suspicious— Advised two male subjects in a meat truck on property, going through construction trailer. Advised subjects did put something in van upon leaving—Springfield Road, Mount Vernon 11:43 pm—Suspicious— Male subject, blue jeans, tennis shoes, attempted to break into her shed. Left on foot— Cougar Drive, Evansville Circuit Court Felony/Misdemeanor Jayton Alexander, 20, Vincennes. Theft, Class D Felony. $1 plus costs, restitution to Eric Renshaw in the amount of $145, 18 months

Legals 2013-163 Notice to Taxpayers of Proposed Additional Appropriations Notice is hereby given the taxpayers of New Harmony, Posey County, Indiana, that the proper legal officers will consider the following additional appropriation in excess of the budget for the current year at their regular meeting place at 520 E. Church St., New Harmony, at 10:00 a.m., on the 9th day of December, 2013.

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probation and fees. Eighteeen months Indiana Department of Corrections, suspended.

Joe Boerner, 53, Mount Vernon. Battery Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury, Class C Felony. Amended to a Class A Misdemeanor. $1 plus costs, no contact with the John E. Boerner, remove property from the home within 90 days. One year Posey County Jail, suspended.

David Breisacher, 55, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Serious Violent Felon, Class B Felony; Ct. 2- Criminal Recklessness, Class D Felony. $1 plus costs. Ct. 1six years Indiana Department of Corrections; Ct. 2- two years Indiana Department of Corrections, suspended to electronic home detention.

Jesse Crane, 20, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Battery Resulting in Bodily Injury to a Pregnant Woman, Class C Felony; Ct. 2- Domestic Battery, Class D Felony; Ct. 3- Strangulation, Class D Felony. $1 plus costs. Ct. 1- 4 years Indiana Department of Corrections; Ct. 2- 2 years Indiana Department of Corrections; Ct. 3- 2 years Indiana Department of Corrections.

Russell Crane, 20, Mount Vernon. Operating a Vehicle with an Alcohol Concentration Equivalent of .15 percent or More, Class A Misdemeanor. Dismissed.

Matthew Creek, 24, Evansville. Dealing in Methamphetamine, Class B Felony. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee. 6 years Indiana Department of Corrections.

Matthew Creek, 24, Evansville. Resisting Law Enforcement, Class D Felony. Dismissed.

Ross David, 23, Mount Vernon. Public Intoxication, Class B Misdemeanor. Dismissed.

Kyle Dillard, 25, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Residential Entry, Class D Felony; Ct. 2- Domestic Battery, Class D Felony; Ct. 3- Strangulation, Class D Felony. Dismissed.

James Elliott, 27, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Battery, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 2- Resisting Law Enforcement, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Disorderly Conduct, Class B Misdemeanor; Ct. 4- Disorderly Conduct, Class B Misdemeanor. Ct. 1 and 4 are dismissed. 90 days Posey County Jail.

David Evrard, 33, Wadesville. Intimidation, Class C Felony. Dismissed.

Cody Holmes, 30, Buna, TX. Ct. 1- Attempted Residential Entry, Class D Felony; Ct. 2- Criminal Mischief, Class B Misdemeanor; Ct. 3Criminal Mischief, Class B Misdemeanor; Ct. 4- Public Nudity, Class C Misdemeanor; Ct. 5- Public Intoxication, Class B Misdemeanor;

Ct. 6- Public Intoxication, Class B Misdemeanor; Ct. 7- Public Intoxication, Class B Misdemeanor. Ct. 1, 5, 7 are dismissed. $1 plus costs, restitution to the Department of Natural Resources in the amount of $300.00. Ct. 2,3,4,6- 60 days Posey County Jail, all suspended except 10 days.

William Mayville, 42, Mount Vernon. Dealing in a Schedule IV Controlled Substance, Class B Felony.

Amended to Maintaining a Common Nuisance, Class D Felony. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee. 3 years Posey County Jail.

Robin Mobley, 29, Wadesville. Ct. 1,2,3,4- Theft, Class D Felony. 18 months Indiana Department of Corrections, all suspended except 12 months followed by six months on house arrest. Civil Judgment is entered in the amount of $5,000 to Michael Titzer.

Julie Robb, 34, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Resisting Law Enforcement, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 2- Battery Resulting in Bodily Injury, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Disorderly Conduct, Class B Misdemeanor; Ct. 4- Disorderly Conduct, Class B Misdemeanor. Ct. 3 and 4 are dismissed. $1 plus costs, nine months probation and fees, no contact with Deoma Toliver. Nine months Posey County Jail, suspended.

Dalton Scott, 20, New Harmony. Illegal Consumption of an Alcoholic Beverage, Class C Misdemeanor. $1 plus costs, restitution to Scott Hancock in the amount of $500.00, 9 months probation and fees. Sixty days Posey County Jail, suspended.

Jason Spieker, 29, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Strangulation, Class D Felony; Ct. 2- Domestic Battery, Class A Misdemeanor. Dismissed.

Allison Ward, 23, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Neglect of a Dependant, Class D Felony; Ct. 2- Maintaining a Common Nuisance, Class D Felony. $1 plus costs, three years probation and fees. three years Indiana Department of Corrections, suspended.

Bettie Wheeler, 54, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Endangering a Person, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 2- Operating a Vehicle with an Alcohol Concentration Equivalent of .08% or More, Class C Misdemeanor; Ct. 3Operating While Intoxicated, Class D Felony. Ct. 2 and 3 are dismissed. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, drivers license suspended 30 days, followed by 180 days restricted. 12 months Posey County Jail, suspended to Community Corrections Program.

Insurance pays off for dispatch radio tower

By Valerie Werkmeister Members of the Posey County Council met for their monthly meeting Tuesday, November 12, and approved a number of routine financial items. They approved a reimbursement request from the Circuit Court for a $145 reimbursement to the telephone account.

Dispatch received a $78,000 reimbursement from the insurance company for the damage sustained to equipment following a lightning strike earlier this year. However, no action was taken on this since Auditor Nick Wilderman explained the item must be processed as an additional appropriation.

Following advertisement in the newspaper, it will be ready for approval at the next meeting in December.

Steve Schenk presented a request for an additional appropriation of $150,000 for the highway department from the motor vehicle highway fund to contract supplies for services.

The funds are generated from gas taxes that are received by the state. He also responded to questions on whether it matters if county residents purchase gas inside or outside the county. According to Schenk, it doesn’t matter where gas is purchased. The funds generated by the tax all go into a large pool which are divided by a specific state formula based on each county’s population.

He also stated the county only receives excise tax funds for Posey County residents who own cars. The county does not benefit from any excise tax funds raised on pick-up trucks.

Chuck Thompson of the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department presented a request for a total of $82,245 in additional funds to purchase three new life packs for each ambulance in Mount Vernon, New Harmony and Poseyville.

The ambulance in St. Phillips is already equipped with this type of life pack. In addition, he requested an additional $35,000 from county general to be transferred to his overtime fund. He stated these funds will cover his needs through the end of the year.

The council approved his requests.

Council members approved a $400 request from the Emergency Management Agency to pay for repairs made to a vehicle.

Dr. Rapp addressed the council seeking approval to spend Health Department funds. The expenditures do not come from county funds, yet the Health Department must still seek approval from the county council in order to spend the funds.

Rapp advised that due to

county health nurse, Beverly Emhuff’s retirement on October 31, the department needed to pay her $9,950 for accrued benefits. The funds will come from the department’s health maintenance fund which currently has a $721,196.98 balance.

The health department is currently searching for someone to replace Emhuff and have concerns over finding a qualified person that would be willing to work at the current salary. He requested a $4,000 increase to the current salary which would raise the annual salary to $42,000. The council approved both requests.

The Solid Waste Department is another agency that does not utilize county funds, but must come to the council to request permission to spend their funds. They requested permission to spend $100,000 in funds they have received from a loan. The council approved their request.

The Circuit Court requested $14,500 in additional funds to pay for pauper attorney fees.

They also asked for $7,000 to pay for Guardian Ad Litem, which is an attorney appointed to a child in need of court services. The council approved both requests.

The council also approved a number of transfer requests from each department including the following: • A $1,600 transfer to law books for the Prosecutor’s office.

• A $500 transfer to law books for the Circuit Court • A $3,000 transfer to group insurance for the Health Department due to the change in Martha Breeze’s employee status.

• A $3,525 transfer in dispatch to cover a salary shortfall • A $7,000 and $5,400 transfer in dispatch to cover overtime. The council noted these funds are generated from 911 surcharges on phone bills.

• A $3,000 transfer request from Sheriff Greg Oeth to cover overtime in the jail.

• A $50,000 transfer from the highway department’s cumulative bridge fund to other services and charges.

County Executive Assistant Keely Winiger addressed the council with impending technology needs the county is facing. She informed them the county is in dire need of information technology (IT) services that include updating current workstations and ongoing support.

She showed them a proposal from Automated Office Solutions (AOS), an Evansville technology company she is currently working with to address some of the current needs.

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LEGAL NOTICE OF FILING FOR A CHANGE IN WATER RATES BY THE GERMAN TOWNSHIP WATER DISTRICT, INC.

Notice is hereby given the taxpayers of Posey County that the proper legal officers of The Posey County Council will meet at 330 Walnut St., Mt. Vernon, Indiana on December 10, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. to consider the following additional appropriation in excess of the budget for the current year.

Name of Fund County Gen. County Gen. EDIT

Purpose Intended Amount Funds needed to cover 2013 Soc. Sec. Increase $80,000.00 Reimbursement from lightning strike $78,652.26 Needed to cover contractual services $255,000.00

Taxpayers appearing at the meeting shall have a right to be heard. The additional appropriation as finally approved will be referred to the Department of Local Government Financing. The Department will make a written determination as to the sufficiency of funds to support the appropriation within (15) days of receipt of a certified copy of the action taken at the above meeting.

Notice is hereby given that German Township Water District, Inc., Evansville, Indiana, under and pursuant to the Public Service Commission Act, as amended, will file with the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission on or about November 25, 2013 an increase in the schedule of rates and charges for water sold by its water utility in the amount of $0.32 per 1,000 gallons. This increase is applicable to all customers.

The changes in schedules of rates submitted to the Commission are based solely upon the change in the cost of water purchased by German Township Water District, Inc. from the Evansville Municipal Water Utility and shall apply for the next practical consumption period following final approval by the Commission or January 1, 2014, whichever is later.

Objections to this filing can be forwarded to Secretary, Utility Regulatory Commission, 101 West Washington Street, Suite 1500 East, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 and Office of Utility Consumer Counselor, 115 West Washington Street, Suite 1500 South, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204.

Nicholas J. Wildeman Posey County Auditor

GERMAN TOWNSHIP WATER DISTRICT, INC. Evansville, Indiana By: Gaylene Mount Utility Manager

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2013-162

Published in the Posey County News on November 26, 2013 - hspaxlp LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 2013-161

Notice is hereby given by the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Posey County Area Plan Commission of a public hearing to be held 5:00 p.m. Thursday, December 12, 2013 at The Hovey House, 330 Walnut St., Mt. Vernon, Indiana.

Upon the following Variance application, the Board of Zoning Appeals will at that time hear objections thereto: VARIANCE: DOCKET NO: APPLICANT: OWNER: PREMISES:

Nature of Case:

13-19-SU-BZA Arthur M. Reynolds Aruthur M. Reynolds & Joan M. Mitchell SW corner of the NW/4 of Section 12, Township 4 South, Range 13 West, Lying in Robb Township, Containing 1.09 acres more or less.

More commonly known as 11501 Pumpkin Run Rd., Poseyville, Indiana. (Complete legal description is on file at the Posey County Area Plan Commission Office).

Applicant requests a Special Use to place a recreational vehicle for living & sleeping quarters in an Ag Zoning District, Section 153.021 (F) of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Mt. Vernon, Town of Cynthiana, Town of Poseyville and Unincorporated Posey County.

LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

2013-164 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 5:00 p.m. Thursday, December 12, 2013 at The Hovey House, 330 Walnut St., Mt. Vernon, Indiana.

Upon the following Variance application, the Board of Zoning Appeals will at that time hear objections thereto: VARIANCE: DOCKET NO: APPLICANT: OWNER: PREMISES:

Nature of Case:

13-18-SU-BZA Dwayne Ackerman Dwayne A. & Sherri N. Ackerman Lot 3 in Replat of Lot 2 & Lot 3 in Woodridge Estates, Lying in Robinson Township, Containing 6.45 acres more or less. More commonly known as 7801 Woodridge Rd., Wadesville, Indiana.

(Complete description is on file at the Posey County Area Plan Commission Office).

Applicant requests a Special Use for a home occupation in R-1 Zoning District, Section 153.042 (B)(4) of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Mt. Vernon, Town of Cynthiana, Town of Poseyville and Unincorporated Posey County.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE POSEY COUNTY AREA PLAN COMMISSION, ON THE 12TH DAY OF DECEMBER, 2013, AT 6:00 PM AT THE HOVEY HOUSE, 330 WALNUT, MT. VERNON, INDIANA, WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON A REQUEST BY JOSH SHERRETZ FOR PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF SHERRETZ SUBDIVISION. SAID SUBDIVISION INVOLVES THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE IN ROBINSON TOWNSHIP, LOCATED AT GEISS LANE. DESCRIPTION TO WIT: PART OF THE SE 1/4 OF SECTION 16, TOWNSHIP 5 SOUTH, RANGE 12 WEST. COMPLETE DESCRIPTION IS LOCATED AT THE POSEY COUNTY AREA PLAN COMMISSION OFFICE. THE DIVISION WILL SPLIT A 10.558 ACRE PARCEL INTO TWO PARCELS. 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 person 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.

POSEY COUNTY AREA PLAN COMMISSION

BY MINDY BOURNE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

POSEY COUNTY AREA PLAN COMMISSION

BY MINDY BOURNE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

POSEY COUNTY AREA PLAN COMMISSION

BY MINDY BOURNE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Radio towerâ&#x20AC;? Continued from Page B3 Council members noted the costs presented in each proposal were â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;devastating for budget preparation.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Winiger acknowledged the proposals were pricey and they were also seeking proposals from other companies.

However, AOS is familiar with the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs and it would take time for out-

side companies to determine those needs.

Winiger also stated these proposals were a starting point and she wanted to give the council time to consider the options. Council member Alan Blackburn suggested the county might be better off hiring two individuals to handle the coun-

tyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s IT needs. The council did not take any action and took the information under advisement.

Council members approved a request to reappoint Mitch Luman to the Wadesville Blairsville Regional Sewer District. They also appointed Tim Buecher to fill Delwin Parkerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s re-

maining term which expires December 31, 2014.

Leitha Deig was appointed to fill a position on the EMS Advisory Board vacated by Cindy Naab.

John Taylor informed council members the Midwest Fertilizer Plant officials had accepted the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s agreement which included

$143 million in tax increment funds and $600 up to four years for each county resident the company employs.

Taylor added the tax funds generated by the fertilizer plant coming into the county will be sizable. He agreed that council members should receive regular reports from

the Redvelopment Commission and plan for the future.

He stated a few of his â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;wish listâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; items for the county would be a dedicated area for an industrial park and a western bypass for SR69.

He noted Posey County is the only county in southwest Indiana that does not have an industrial park.

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Lady Vikings must pull together to find success this year

By Dave Pearce The North Posey Lady Vikings are expected to have a good season this year. The girls know it and unfortunately, so do opponents. So when the Vikings came out of the gate with three games this week, everyone was ready…except the Lady Vikings.

The Harrison Warriors, a big, quick, and talented team, ruined the Lady Vikings’ opening night by jumping out to an 18-3 lead and never really looking back to hand the Vikings a 51-29 shiner in the season opener.

The Vikings then found a way to defeat cross-county rival Mount Vernon on Friday night. But Coach Tracy Stroud was admittedly worried following the Mount Vernon game as his team’s chemistry was lacking, despite the 49-42 victory.

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“I was worn out from yelling all night long,” Stroud said.

“We weren’t communicating with each other and none of us were on the same page, neither offensively nor defensively.

It was just a really frustrating game to coach.”

But while Stroud did not take anything away from Mount Vernon’s effort, he felt his team just did not play well in many facets of the game.

“When we were pressing against Mount Vernon, we were getting turnovers from the press,” Viking boss Tracy Stroud said. “But the longer we pressed, they got back to where they were breaking the press. When we were pressing, we had to fall back into a half-court zone. But when we wouldn’t get turnovers, we had to get into a zone and they were just tearing our zone up.”

Stroud said that after his team dropped the press and dropped back into a man-to-man defense, it appeared they had found something they could rely on.

But despite a loss on Saturday at Vincennes Rivet, Stroud now feels as if his team is on its way as they scraped, clawed and fought until the final buzzer in hostile surroundings Saturday in Vincennes, only to fall 37-34 to one of the state’s best Class A schools, Vincennes Rivet.

This year, the Vikings boast a veteran squad with senior twins Hannah and Hayley Harness, Emma Werry, Madison Worman, and Kelsey Owen. Although the Vikings ran into a buzz-saw in the season opener, they learned at Vincennes Rivet that when they play hard and play their best, they

can play with the area’s best teams. That’s encouraging for Coach Tracy Stroud. Only two juniors are on this season’s roster. They are Hannah Hostettler and Rachel Ungetheim.

However, there are 11 freshmen on the roster.

But back to the Harrison game.

With 3:37 to go in the first half, the Warriors owned a 24-6 lead and it appeared the Vikings might not have a reason to come out of the locker room for the second half.

But during the final 3:20 of the half, things began to click for the Vikings. Worman hit a 3-pointer and sophomore Kayla Sanford popped one, as well, Following an offensive foul on the Warriors, Sanford found Worman open for another 3-pointer and suddenly, the Vikings had scored nine straight points in a row to get back into the game.

Hayley Harness had a chance to bring the Vikings even closer on a give and go but was fouled on the play. She missed both free throws but rebounded her own miss on the second shot. After a scuffle for the ball, Haylee again came up with the loose ball and passed to sister, Hannah, who again was fouled. She hit one of two free throws to bring the Vikings back to within eight at the half, 24-16.

But the Vikings simply did not have the size or the experience in the young season to sustain the effort. The Vikings were outscored the remainder of the contest and the Warriors went home with what appeared to be an easy victory.

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Andy Weintraut • Beau Raben Call 838-4321 for quotes North Posey Lady Vikings members are front row left to right: Cidney Colbert, Kaitlyn Blankenberger, Ally Brandenstein, Kelsie Wright, Kristen Schorr, Rachel Goedde. and Payton Latham. Middle row: Kayla Sanford, Jenny Scheller, Brooklynn Hamman, Jade Hatcher, Celeste Hill, Hannah Hostettler, and Manager Shelby Newcomber.

Back row: Coach Paul Rynkiewich, Rachel Ungetheim, Hayley Harness, Madison Worman, Kelsey Owen, Hannah Harness, Emma Werry, Kamryn Brandenstein, and Coach Tracy Stroud. Photo submitted Lady Cats, from Page C2 But after the win over Mount Vernon on Friday night, the Vikings made the long trip to Vincennes Rivet to play their third game in four days. But according to their coach, it was worth the trip.

“The Vincennes Rivet game was completely opposite of the Mount Vernon game,” Stroud said of his Vikings. “We came out and broke out to an eight-point lead. They worked it back to where we led just by one at half-time. But we played all man-to-man half-court. We pressed on one trip down the floor but the rest of the game was a straight manto-man.”

Stroud said that even his assistant coach indicated that the team played the best man-to-man defense he has seen in five years out of the Vikings.

“They just couldn’t score against our man defense and they had to work the ball and work the ball before they could even get a shot,” Stroud said. “Then when we would come down, we weren’t holding the ball at all. We were attacking the basket.”

But even more impressive was the team’s ability to handle the pressure-filled full-court press that usually rattles Rivet’s foes.

“When they pressed us, we stayed calm.” Stroud said.

“When the trap came at us, we made long passes down the court and got easy buckets. They even quit pressing us be-

cause we were getting easy buckets.”

Stroud said the girls were calm and had a sense of unity, all playing together well.

“I was really proud of them,” Stroud said. “In the fourth quarter, they pulled out to about a six-point lead on us and with about two minutes to go, they were ahead of us by about six. But we fought back and with 59 seconds to go, we caught up back to within one. We fouled them and they went to the line for the bonus and missed it but somehow they came up with the rebound. Then we had to foul them again and they made those two. That put them up by three.”

The Vikings again cut the lead to one before being forced to foul. Again, Rivet missed the front end of the bonus but again, they came up with the rebound and scored.

With ten seconds remaining, the Vikings had a chance to tie. But with Rivet knowing the Vikings needed a 3-pointer, they guarded the arc and Maddie Worman’s 3-point attempt at the buzzer was right on line but bounced off the rim.

Stroud was full of compliments for his team’s turn-around in one night.

The Vikings are hoping to carry that momentum into Tuesday’s game against Central, their final game before the Thanksgiving break.

Rachel Ungethiem led the team with 10 points against Rivet.

Wildcats look to build on last year’s success

By Steven Kochersperger The Mount Vernon boys’ basketball team might look a lot different than they did a year ago the next time you see them play. The team graduated five seniors last season, all of whom were significant in the success of the program. This year the team returns some of the other pieces, but when the team got together and started to work, coach Marc Hostetter said it will be a different look. This years’ team will not only play a faster paced game but also will look a lot bigger with a couple big men plugging the middle in hopes on winning as many games as possible.

“We have high expectations this season,” coach Hostetter said. “We understand that we are inexperienced at the varsity level.

We are not necessarily young but we do not have many players outside of Bryce Newman that saw significant minutes last season. It’s a learning process right now but we are expecting to compete for a conference and sectional title. We have a little different look to us this season but we expect to be pretty good by the time its all said and done.”

The Wildcats return three key seniors to help lead the team this season. Those seniors, Bryce Newman, Colton Irvin, and Levi Shannon give the Cats something to build around as all three will see significant minutes on the court. Newman is the player that coach Hostetter has said he would put against anyone in the area. Newman averaged 15 points per game last season and the offense continues to

run through him this season. Irvin saw minutes last year and had some really great showings, especially defensively. Coach Hostetter is hoping that Irvin will have a big breakout season this season, and the team would love nothing more to see him do that.

The team will rely on those three seniors and their experience but if the team is going to be successful they will need the underclassmen with little expereince to step up and find their roles in order for the team to reach its goals.

The players that will battle for those roles are juniors Hunter Brooks and Levi Duckworth as well as sophomores Damon Collins and Zach French. Luke Steinhart, who showed his great athletic abilities in the tennis season, will also bring his competitive nature to the court in hopes of helping Mount Vernon win this season.

This season is starting later than usual for the Mount Vernon boys’ basketball team as they will

open the year at North Posey December 6. The Cats will then come home to take on Mater Dei the very next night for their home opener before opening the conference schedule December 13 at Boonville. This year’s schedule looks very promising for the Wildcats as they look to reach their goals. The team has had more time to prepare before the season starts and will also have a larger than usual Christmas break giving them some important practice time. The team is coming off a 17-7 record last season and if all comes together like is expected they could match or even surpass that this season.

That’s a big ‘if’ though. A lot has to happen for any team to be successful and it all starts with dedication and preparation. This team has the time to do just that if they only see the opportunity and take advantage of it.

This year will be the third season as the Mount Vernon head coach for Marc Hostetter. And for

the long time college assistant things seem to be coming together nicely as the players continue to buy in to the system he has put into place.

“You hate to use the word potential but we have it this year,” Hostetter said.

“We are looking forward to getting the year started and watching this team get better and better. We hope to improve every single game and we think we can do great things with the guys we have this year.”

That potential can be realized if all things come together. The team has just a week of preparation left and we are all looking forward to watching this team come together this season.

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Lady Wildcats must fill holes quickly to succeed

By Steven Kochersperger The girls’ basketball season has begun for the Mount Vernon Wildcats and the team has come into this season with high expectations and hopes. But as the season neared its beginning the team began to find themselves opening with a lot of injuries, hurting the start to their season and bringing moral lower than hoped at this time. In fact the roster right now looks at mid season form with a team struggling with injuries. It’s something that hasn’t happened to head coach Steve Mitchell in all his years of coaching.

“We have had a lot of injuries to start the season,” coach Mitchell said.”There have been four or five practices where we have had less than ten healthy bodies that could practice. In my nine years of coaching varsity basketball, I have never experienced a start like this. Because of all these injuries to start with, we feel like we will be better at the end of the season after everyone hopefully gets healthy.”

This year’s team has good reason to feel good about competing at a high level once everyone gets back to good

health. The team returns three lettermen but have a great group of underclassmen who have played at the reserve level and are ready for varsity play. And while this lack of varsity experience might be seen as a weakness by many, the Wildcats understand their system and feel comfortable about the girls on their roster. More importantly the coaches have the utmost confidence in the ability and chemistry the team has shown and feel that this season will be a success because of it. On top of all that, Mitchell is very happy with the great attitudes the team has shown as well as the competitive spirit. While many teams would be frustrated and even give up a bit with the injuries of some of their top players, this team has taken it in stride and done all in their power to overcome each and every obstacle that has been thrown their way.

The team returns three letter winners, Alexis Nall, Ellen Foster, and Cheyenne Strobel. Both Nall and Foster were selected to the All Conference team last season and Nall was co-most-valuable-player last season along with senior Jacey Ritzert who graduated. Nall and Foster will continue to anchor this team as the players with the most experience but add Cheyenne Strobel, who plays great inside, especially defensively, and you have a triple threat to start out with.

The team is coming off a 16-5 season that ended with a disappointing early exit in the sectional opener to eventual sectional champion Bosse Bulldogs. The Wildcats finished second in the Big Eight Conference and bring that experience play to the court this season in hopes of surprising

some people to win the conference this year.

Mount Vernon also lost four senior players to graduation that are not easy to replace. The junior and sophomore class is packed full of players that are capable though. Competing for varsity time this season will be juniors Stefanie Bulla, Kaysie Collins, Abby Randall, Kellen Ray, and Erin Wolf. Also competing for varsity time will be Sophomores Savannah Bush, Mara Canada, Madison Cross, Ellen Denning, Madison Simpson, and Allysa Smolsky. This year the team welcomes one freshman player, Drew McNamara who showed her great athletic ability during the volleyball season. McNamara comes onto a team with a lot of promise and hopes to use her height and athleticism to bring the Wildcats a winning season.

“If our young players step up and are able to compete at the varsity level, we think we can be very competitive,” coach Mitchell said. “Early in the season we will be looking at different combinations to see which players make us the strongest. By the end of the season, we think we can gel into a team that competes for a conference title and can play for a sectional championship.”

This year’s schedule starts with the team playing a tough group of schools. The team must be ready to compete and have been putting the hard work and dedication together necessary to compete with some of the schools on their schedule. How far can this team go? Will the injuries get in the way of their goals this season? These are the questions that will be answered this season. Stay tuned.

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Members of the Mount Vernon girls’ basketball team are: from left to right: front row: Abby Randall, Kellen Ray, Madison Cross, Savannah Bush, Erin Wolf; Middle Row: Manager Lisa Walz, Madi Simpson, Ellen Denning, Mara Canada, Stefanie Bulla, Ellen Foster; Back Row: Head Coach Steve Mitchell, Alexis Nall, Drew McNamara, Kaysie Collins, Alyssa Smolsky, Cheyenne Strobel, Asst. Coach Keith Oeth, Asst. Coach Byron Sanders. Photo by Steven Kochersperger

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Numbers, expectations are high in wrestling camp

By Steve Kochespergwer Wrestling season is back and this season is setting up very nicely for the Mount Vernon wrestling team. Over the past several seasons the Wildcat wrestling program has been building and improving and the possibility for it to reach new heights might just come this season. This season the Wildcats welcome back a great group of experienced wrestlers and welcome one of the best freshmen classes they have had in a very long time.

“We have a very experienced team coming into the opening of the season,” head coach Tim Alcorn said. “We return eleven letter winners and have a good crop of freshmen that will provide our team with some firepower in the lower weights and depth at others. We have high expectations for this group.”

The team will be led this season by three seniors. Those three, Adam Hoehn, Julian Suar, and Dane Wilson come into the season as experienced leaders who hope to help lead their team to success. All three of these seniors received Academic All-State honors last season showing what a student athlete is all about and the trio went on to all qualify for the Regional championships in the state tournament last season. Hoehn and Suar wrestled in the semi-state meet last year and hope to take it one step farther this year. Wilson will wrestle in the 138 weight class, Suar in the 126, and Hoehn in the 145 class.

The obvious strength of this year’s Wildcat team is in its experience and returning letter winners. Also returning to the team this year are juniors Luke Ripple (220 weight class), Austin Stallings (285), Payton Whoberry (152), Cleo Rainey (220), Caleb Stewart (138), and Justin Trevino (220). The team also is made up of a great group of sophomores who as freshman last year provided depth in many positions. Returning sophomores are Zach Peerman (170), Tyler Dekemper (180), Kyle Lang (195), Tristan Choate (220), Ethan Harms (160), Jared Cannato (132), and Noah Keller (126).

This year the team welcomes eight freshman, many of whom have experience already through traveling clubs and junior high

Members of the Mount Vernon wrestling team are front row left to right: Manager Katelyn Keitel, Harley Gorman, Jared Cannato, Jacob Crissup, Micah Keller, Kaleb McCaffry, Noah Keller, Julian Suar, Paul Konrath, and Manager Hannah Keller. Second row: Tristin Chaote, Dane Wilson, Austin Bethel, Cleo Rainey, Justin Trevino, Ethan Harms, Payton Whoberry, Tyler Dekemper, and Manager Riley Goad. Third row: Asst. Coach AJ Hoehn, Asst. Coach Hunter Stevens, Kyle Lang, Luke Ripple, Wade Ripple, Adam Hoehn, Collin Pate, Austin Stallings, Zach Peerman, and Head Coach Tim Alcorn. Photo by Steven Kochersperger wrestling. This year’s freshman class includes Harley Gorman (106), Micah Keller (120), Collin Pate (180), Wade Ripple (195), Austin Bethel (126), Paul Konrath (106), Kaleb McCaffery (145), and Jacod Crissup (106). Among this great group are those who are already making some noise. Paul Konrath is one that has been talked about for a while as many are looking forward to seeing what he can do in the High School ranks.

Konrath is ranked number three in the state in his 106 weight class and brings a load of experience to the mat this season.

The team has very high expectations this year. The main goal

for the Wildcats is to win 20 or more duals and win the Big Eight Conference tournament. The Cats hope to advance eight or more to the Regional championships and with that qualify as a team for the State finals. These might be high goals, but for this year’s team anything is possible. The team hopes to continue to identify weaknesses as the season goes along making the necessary adjustments needed. And if this team can learn, grow, and adapt to whatever comes their way this season, the year will be successful for both the team and the individuals that make up the team.

Lady Vikings take advantage of experience in win

North Posey sophomore Brooklynn Hamman looks for an open teammate during the Vikings’ win over Mount Vernon on Friday night. Photo by Dave Pearce

By Dave Pearce The deck seemed to be stacked against the Mount Vernon Lady Wildcats when they faced the North Posey Lady Vikings on Friday night at North Posey High School.

After all, the Wildcats were playing on the road and playing without the services of the team’s leading scorer Alexis Nall and without Kaysie Collins. But despite the uphill battle, the Lady Wildcats gave it all they had before falling 49-42.

“The two that we were missing are inside players and we got beat on the boards pretty bad their at the beginning,” Mount Vernon Coach Steve Mitchell said after the game. “I think that would not have happened if those two had been in there. But, I don’t want to take anything away from North Posey. They deserved it. We just didn’t block out very well, especially early.”

The Lady Vikings took advantage of their rebounding to build a 9-4 lead which moved to 12-4 when Madison Worman nailed a 3-pointer with 30 seconds remaining in the first period. The Vikings had two more chances to score

before the quarter ended but North Posey Coach Tracy Stroud said the pesky Wildcats caused his team trouble all evening.

Both teams ran into foul trouble near the end of the game as both coaches admitted that this was not their teams’ best effort. Stroud said his team did not play well together while Mitchell was critical of his team’s handing of basic basketball fundamentals.

North Posey built a 14-6 lead on a basket by Hannah Harness before Collins answered with a score.

The Wildcats then nailed a 3-point shot to pull to within 14-9 shortly after Harness picked up her second foul just two minutes into the second quarter.

The Vikings then made one of four free throws during their next two possessions to extend their lead to 15-9 before Cheyenne Strobel got loose for a bucket inside and was fouled. She could not covert on the free throw.

Viking Kelsey Owen then picked up her second foul with 4:34 remaining in the first half and Ellen Foster heated up, gaining a steal and

a break-away lay-up. Then when Strobel got loose again inside, the Wildcats and the Vikings were tied at 15-all with 3:28 to go in the half.

Following a Wildcat time out, Hannah Harness hit a 10-footer but Foster answered. Maddie Worman then rebounded her own miss to put the Vikings ahead 1917. Emma Werry then hit two free throws to put the Vikings ahead 21-17 before Foster would score the next four points to tie the game at 21 with 54 seconds remaining in the half.

Brooke Hamman hit one of two free throws at the :28 second mark to give the Vikings a 22-21 lead. But Owen would pick up her third foul with .9 seconds remaining in

the first half but the Wildcats failed to convert.

The Vikings came out of the locker room after the half and decided to pressure the Mount Vernon back court but not before Abby Randall tied the game at 22. The press worked for awhile, as the Vikings outscored the Wildcats 10-1 over the next four minutes. Worman hit four in a row before Strobel hit the second of two free throws.

Werry then found Hamman open on the break for an easy two and Hannah Harness hit two free throws. Coach Mitchell had seen enough and called a time out.

“We expected the pressure but we didn’t handle it like we thought we should have,” Mitchell said of the Viking press. “I wish we could simulate more pressure in practice.

I think we get by with some things in practice that we don’t get by with during the games. We’re going to have to put six or seven people out there, if we have that many healthy, just to press us.”

Despite the loss, Mitchell said there were bright spots as his team shot 48 percent from the floor and cut down on turnovers significantly.

“We knew this wasn’t a quick fix so every time we go out, we want to get better,” Mitchell said. “We’re still a work in progress.”

For the remainder of the period, The teams mostly traded turnovers and misses and the Vikings owned a 3525 lead at the end of the third period.

The Vikings dropped the press to open the fourth quarter and Strobel got loose on an out-of-bounds play for an easy bucket.

Worman was tripped on her way to the basket and hit a pair of free throws to restore the 10-point lead.

But with 6:47 remaining, Foster was fouled on a drive

by Owen to put the senior center on the bench with five fouls. Foster hit both free throws.

But the Vikings answered quickly as Hannah Harness was fouled by Madison Cross on a drive and Harness hit her

free throws as Cross picked up her fifth.

Strobel then hit one of two free throws before the Vikings missed a pair. Strobel then collected an offensive rebound bucket that forced a north Posey time out with 5:32 remaining and a 39-32 lead.

Out of the time out, Foster hit a free throw before the Vikings missed two more.

Foster then pulled up at the top of the key and swished a 3-pointer from well behind the 3-point line and suddenly it was 39-36.

Back-to-back tied balls on pressing defense ensued before Worman fed Rachel Ungetheim underneath. Worman then hit a short shot to give the Vikings a little cushion at 43-36.

Foster then again scored on a drive before picking up her fourth foul sending Harness to the line again. She converted to make the score 45-38 but Foster quickly answered.

Ungetheim was then fouled off a feed inside and hit both free throws as Strobel was called for her fifth foul.

Werry hit one of two free throws before Foster again scored to pull the Wildcats to within 48-42.

But with just over 11 seconds remaining, Foster picked up her fifth foul and Werry hit one of two free throws to make the final score 49-42.

“Ellen can play, especially when she stays within herself and doesn’t force things,” Mitchell said of his talented senior. “When she takes what the defense gives her, she’s a good player and we have to have her on the floor.”

The Wildcats are 0-3 after a tough opening three games but things just get worse as far as schedules are concerned. The Wildcats face North, Princeton, Vincennes Rivet, Mater Dei and Gibson Southern in their next five games. They will likely be playing all those games without the services of their top scorer Nall, who is expected to be out for three weeks with her injury.

“We just want to see some improvement and we just don’t want anyone to get down,” Mitchell said. “We’re going to be OK.”

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Wildcats lack depth to post past’s big numbers

By Steven Kochersperger For the Mount Vernon swim and dive team this season is a different kind of year. A simple glance at the roster shows that the numbers are down and that leads to a problem with depth.

The athletes that have returned this year to compete in the pool are experienced and determined to make the most of this season. The team has three all american level swimmers who have competed at the state level and for coach Larry Zoller he has not seen a start to any year he has coached like this one.

“This is a sport that needs dedication,” coach Zoller said. “These kids come out and train and practice over four hours a day, in season and out. We have had some players not return because of that and we have had some bad luck with injuries as well. All of this leads to us having a different kind of year than we have ever had.

We do not have the depth that we usually have had but do have quality kids on our roster and still think we will compete at a state level.”

The boys team is anchored by one senior Jacob Poole who has been an important member of the boys team for a few years now.

Poole is being looked at by some colleges and hopes to

have a great senior season that will propel him to swim at the next level in college.

The meat of the boys team is in its junior class.

The nine juniors who return this season look to help the swim cats to even greater things this season than last. Those nine juniors are Zach Allyn, Austin Colson, Braden Bourne, Travis Harris, Kurt Kissinger, Garrett Kitterman, Tyler Moll, David Rheinhardt, and Keith Turner.

The sophomore class of the boys team are Jordan Crabtree and diver Phillip Minton. Minton looks to continue improving his diving from last season and has been putting in the time and hard work to be able to do that.

The girls team enters this season ranked sixth in the state and have several ranked swimmers. The team is anchored by three seniors who hope to help the team this year. Two divers, Amanda Duckworth and Katie McDonald, make up two thirds of the senior class. The other senior is swimmer Samantha Reese.

The girls’ team has three juniors who have been the strength of the team. Those three, Rachel Burke, Samantha Gowdy, and Clara Baggett, continue to impress and help the team

gain enough points to win meet after meet. Gowdy and Baggett are ranked in the state in several individual categories and have even had the likes of Indiana University come and look at them this off season. If the girls’ team is going to continue their success this season they will need these three to have big years and it is safe to say these girls will do just that.

The team has eight sophomores who return to action this year as well. Those eight are Claudia Crawford, Taylor Culley, Drew Glover, Haylee Ford, Josie Mercer, Kati Russell, Jillian Schirtzinger, and Hadley Whoberry.

The Cats also welcome three freshman who are all divers. Those three, Natalie Gerard, Alyssa Juncker, and Elaine Thomas, look to help Mount Vernon improve on the diving board this season.

Both the boys and girls teams are looking forward to what this season will bring. The players have been dedicating themselves during the off season and the beginning of this season to getting better in hopes of placing themselves in a place of success at the end of the season. This attitude is one that comes from the top as coach Zoller continues to preach it.

“We are just interested in having the best year we possible can,” coach Zoller said.”We want to see improvement each meet and want to look back on this season and like what we were able to do.”

The team will travel to Terre Haute this week to be apart of the Terre Haute invitational. The schedule looks much like the past several seasons with the team not only taking on local teams but also traveling during the seasons in hopes of improving themselves against some stiff competition.

And while this year might be marked as “different”, the sky is still the limit for this talented team. Good luck Cats.

Members of the Mount Vernon girls’ swimming and diving team are: from left to right: front row: Elaine Thomas, Natalie Gerald; Second Row: Taylor Culley, Haylee Ford, Drew Glover, Kati Russel, Jillian Schirtzinger; Third row: Coach Sandy Mumford, Claudia Crawford, Hadlee Whoberry, Josie Mercer, Samantha Gowdy, Clara Baggett, Rachel Burke, Coach Steve Loehr; Back Row: Coach Brenda Zoller, Samantha Reese, Amanda Duckworth, Katie McDonald, Coach Kristal Epley, Coach Larry Zoller. Photo by Steven Kochersperger

Members of the Mount Vernon boys’ swimming and diving team are: from left to right: front row: Bailey Schumate, Jordan Crabtree, David Rheinhardt, Adam Duckworth, Phillip Minton; Second Row: Coach Sandy Mumford, Kurt Kissinger, Garrett Kitterman, Braden Bourne, Travis Harris, Austin Colson, Coach Steve Loehr; Third Row: Coach Brenda Zoller, Keith Turner, Jacob Poole, Tyler Moll, Zack Allyn, Coach Kristal Epley, Coach Larry Zoller. Photo by Steven Kochersperger

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North Elementary Stars are winners The North Elementary Stars boys fifth and sixth grade basketball teams played the Owensville Kickapoos on Monday, November 18 at Owensville. The fifth grade team won by the score of 26 to 15. Leading the way was Jaden Wehmer with four baskets and 5 free throws totaling 13 points. Draike Farrar had four baskets and one free throw giving him nine points. Rounding out the scoring was Thomas Turner and Kollyn Luttrell with a basket each.

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2013 North Posey Wrestling Team members are front row left to right: R. Martin, 2013 North Posey Boys Freshmen Basketball Team members front row left to right: K. Capps, Z. Allison, C. Fisher, and J. Frymire. Back row: Coach B. Miller, Mgr. K. M. Deshields, D. Rankin, C. Martin, and D. Williams. Back row: Coach J. Schipp, L. Taylor, E. Feldhake, S. Martin, C. Capps, Coach S. Elderkin, Coach J. Melliff.

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Vikings look to eight seniors to lead a big, talented group

By Dave Pearce North Posey boys’ head basketball Coach Heath Howington knows that if his team is going to be successful this season, his seniors are going to have to play well. And why not?

Eight of 11 varsity players are members of the Class of 2014.

Howington got his first look at this year’s team against an opponent in a scrimmage on Saturday at Linton. Howington said he learned a lot about his team as all 11 players saw action. There were not a ton of surprises for the coach and although there are some areas that need to improve, overall, Howington said there were a lot of positives.

“We had some guys step up and make shots,” Howington said. “Michael Bender shot the ball well.

As a team, we were 8-of16 on threes. Fifty percent from beyond the arc is pretty good. And we assisted on 14 of our 17 baskets. That’s a great credit to our group as they really are unselfish.”

For a team with the size of this year’s Vikings, you would expect them to go inside a lot. But for the Vikes to attain their goals this year, they are going to have to be able to shoot well from outside as well as work the ball inside. But more importantly, they are

going to have to be able to play good defense. And, according to Howington, their man-to-man defense needs so work.

“We are going to have to get better at containing the dribble and keeping guys in front of us,” Howington said. “Overall, we are a pretty big team but we are going to have to work on keeping the ball out of the middle.”

This year’s senior class consists of Reed Gerteisen, Drake Davenport, Griffin Motz, Zach Carl, Cody Ungethiem, Tyler Adkins, Michael Bender, and Jacob Brenton.

One of the keys to this year’s season will be the play of the ‘bigs’ inside.

That consists of Gerteisen and Adkins.

“We’ll depend on Reed quite a bit this season,” Howington said. “He’s a versatile player and we think he has the potential to be a double-double guy.

He is one of the better re bounders in the conference and he seems to be getting more and more athletic by the day. He has really improved since last year.

He’s quick around the basket.”

The Vikings will need the shooting and defense of Michael Bender.

“Michael Bender is our leading returning scorer, averaging just under nine points a game last year,”

Howington said. “He made 40 3-points and shot 39 percent from 3-point.

He’s a 90 percent free throw shooter. We are going to run a lot of plays to get him shots. He has really worked hard in the off-season creating his own shots and shooting off the dribble. We continue to challenge him to impact the game in other ways besides just scoring.”

Another key will be Drake Davenport, a late bloomer who has grown five or six inches since last season.

“We were very pleased with the way Drake played yesterday,” Howington said of Davenport’s play in the Linton scrimmage.

“He was 3-of-3 from 3-point range and he does an excellent job of pushing the ball in transition and getting guys shots. We need him to handle the ball for us, too.”

And Griffin Motz is a versatile leader who is vocal and can provide surprises off the bench for this year’s team. “He’s an energy guy who is good in transition,” Howington said.

Jacob Brenton saw a great amount of basket-

ball last season, most of it at the reserve level. But Howington says Brenton will definitely have a role on this year’s squad.

“He’s been playing well and hit two big 3-pointers for us yesterday,” Howington said. “We are going to need him to come in off the bench and play either the two or three spots.

He’s going to have to give us a spark and be active defensively. He can get off the floor and we’re hoping he can be a great defender for us. He’s an improved shooter.”

Zack Carl provided energy and excitement primarily on the reserve squad last year, as well, earning his playing time and gaining valuable playing experience.

“Zach is a leader, both vocally and by example,” Howington said. “He’s a program guy…a gym rat.

He’s made great strides since last season. We know what we are going to get out of him day in and day out. We’re going to need him to step up and make shots. He’s a good defender and is an extension of me on the floor.”

And Cody Ungetheim has been the picture of

overcoming adversity, both on the floor and off.

“Cody suffered a bad knee injury last year and it has been a long road for him to recovery,” Howington said. “He has progressed tremendously.

We’re really working on Cody and Reed to be able to stretch the defense and make that 3-point shot. He has improved his range.”

Tyler Adkins is a twosport athlete who will be counted on to use his size to help the Vikings all around.

“Tyler is a screener, a rebounder, a defender and does the dirty work for us,” Howington said of the 6-foot-4, 210-pound senior. “He has come a long way with his footwork. We are challenging him with some post moves with his back to the basket. He’s come a long way, there, too. We are going to have to depend a lot on him.”

That leaves room for juniors Bryce Martin, James Marshall, and Damon Cardin, all who are capable of being impact players as both starters and coming

off the bench.

“There’s a really good chance that any or all of those three guys could start for us at one time or another,” Howington said.

“It is going to come down to effort in practice and ability to contribute.”

Martin is expected to handle the ball and provide some length at the guard position which could make for some mismatch opportunities. Cardin is a lefthander who has worked to improve his game and is hard to stop down on the blocks. Marshall is probably the team’s quickest player. He is versatile and intelligent, according to his coach. He excels on the defensive end of the court.

He gets a lot of steals and deflections that gives the team a lot of opportunities.

“We actually don’t have anyone under 6-feet on this year’s roster,” Howington said of the size.

“Our motto is this years is ‘Be > Yesterday.’ It’s a simple goal but if we can do that, we feel like the other things will take care of themselves.”

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