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Mail-in ballot issue spurs emergency Posey County election board meeting By Trisha L. Lopez Missing initials on the back of up to 107 mail-in ballots led to a flurry of phone calls on Friday as election workers rushed to inform voters that, unless steps were taken before 6 p.m. on Election Day, their votes could not be counted. State law requires the initials of both a Republican and a Democratic election worker on the back of ballots. Ballots lacking both sets are considered spoiled and cannot be tabulated. Posey County Clerk Kay Kilgore said she learned last week that some voters had received bal-

lots that contained just one signature. Kilgore met with members of the Posey County Election Board to discuss the steps needed to notify voters possibly impacted by what she called “an inadvertent error” and provide options to ensure that each voter had the chance to submit a new ballot. Kilgore was adamant that the issue would be resolved and told those in attendance that she did not wish to cause voter panic. “We will do whatever we need to do,” Kilgore said at Friday’s emergency meeting. Posey County

Democratic Chair and Black Township Board Candidate Ed Adams, Posey County Republican Chair and Commissioner Candidate Greg Newman, Indiana Representative District 76 Candidate Katherine Rybak, and Posey County Sheriff Candidate Tobin Riney were in attendance. Impacted voters were called on Friday and given the following options: if a ballot had already been submitted, the voter could go to the election office and have that ballot

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Stolen cruiser leads to 15 charges Special to the News er and fled the scene. Multiple law enforcement units A Mount Vernon woman was arrrested and faces sev- responded to the area to assist in the apprehension of eral charges after members of the Mount Vernon Police Billings. Department reported that she stole a police After a short pursuit, the cruiser came to rest cruiser and led police on a rural Posey County in a ditch located just west of Gun Club Road. chase on Sunday afternoon. Billings was apprehended, medically cleared According to information released from and then transported to the Posey County Jail. the MVPD, officers with the Mount Vernon Billings was charged with (15) total chargPolice Department responded to a burglary in es, (10) of which were felonies, including: Esprogress 500 block of E. Water Street around cape- Level 5 Felony; Burglary- Level 6 Felo4:50 p.m. on Sunday. ny; Possession of Methamphetamine- Level 6 Upon arrival, officers located Samantha Felony; Possession of Paraphernalia- Level 6; Little Catherine Nellis was intense during the annual Saint Philip Card Billings unlawfully in the building. After arTheft of a Vehicle- Level 6 Felony; Theft of Party held this week at the school. Photo by Dave Pearce resting and cuffing Billings, officers placed Samantha Billings a Firearm- Level 6 Felony; Theft over $750her in the back of the cruiser. Officers conLevel 6 Felony; Operating While Intoxicated tinued to check the remaining part of the building for Endangerment (refusal); Criminal Recklessness- Level any other individuals who might be involved in the bur- 6 Felony; Resisting Law Enforcement in a vehicle- Levglary. el 6 Felony (two counts). By Dave Pearce While officers were searching the building, Billings Assisting agencies at the scene include the Indiana A 26-year-old Mount Vernon was able to get her cuffs in front of her, manipulate the State Police, the Posey County Sheriff’s Department, man lost his life in a single-vehicle window on the police cruiser cage and gain entry into the Posey County EMS, as well as the New Harmony traffic accident on Sunday morning, the front of the cruiser. She then took off with the cruis- Town Marshal. Nov. 6, 2022. According to information gathered by the Posey County News staff, Zack Allyn, a rural Posey Special to the News At sentencing, Davis faced a maximum of 16 years in County Farmer, was driving on InA Mount Vernon woman has been sentenced to 15 prison. Evidence was presented at sentencing regarding diana State Route 68 just west of years in prison after being convicted of multiple charges Davis’s prior federal conviction in 2014 for Conspiracy Interstate 69 near Haubstadt when related to dealing methamphetamine in Posey to Manufacture, Distribute and Possess with he apparently lost control of the County. Intent to Distribute a Substance Containing vehicle he was driving and the veDawn Marie Davis, 53, appeared in the Methamphetamine. hicle struck a tree. Both lanes of Posey Circuit Court on the afternoon of TuesPosey County Prosecutor Thomas Clowers the highway were closed due to the day, November 1, where she was sentenced by commented: “Without question, drug addicemergency. Judge Craig Goedde after pleading guilty multion has a devastating impact on our commuAccording to family members, tiple charges, including Dealing in Methamnity and families within our community. Ms. Allyn was headed to meet his fatherZack Allyn phetamine, a Level 3 Felony, and Maintaining Davis has been part of this problem, and I’m in-law to participate in a spot shoot glad she was held accountable for her actions. ing at Schneider Funeral Home in a Common Nuisance, a Level 6 Felony. when the accident occurred. Pursuant to her guilty plea, Davis admitted I’m grateful for the thorough investigation Allyn is survived by his wife Mount Vernon at press time. A full conducted by our Drug Task Force – (Posey Makayla; twin six-month old sons obituary will appear in next week’s to selling methamphetamine to an undercover Dawn Davis County Prosecutor’s Office) Investigator KenKnox Allyn and Rhett Allyn; par- edition of the Posey County News. confidential informant in February and March neth Rose, (Posey County Sheriff’s Office) ents Matthew and Heather Allyn; In the meantime, information on of 2022. Davis and 13 other drug offenders were arrested on Detective Dustin Seitz, and (Mount Vernon Police Desisters Amber and Alaina Allyn; and arrangements will be available at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com as April 14, 2022 as a result of “Operation Bryan,” an partment) Detective Karlee Eickhoff. Their efforts rea brother, Grant Allyn. undercover drug investigation conducted by the Posey sulted in a twice-convicted drug dealer being removed Funeral arrangements were pend- they become finalized. County Drug Task Force which began in August 2021. from Posey County for a significant period of time.” Davis has been held in the Posey County Jail since the Davis will be transported to the Indiana Department date of her arrest of Correction to serve her

Posey man dies in wreck

Posey woman faces drug sentence

City considers lateral hire bonus By Lois Mittino Gray “Lateral Transfers” was the buzzword of the day at the Mount Vernon Board of Works October 20, meeting. Board members discussed what the advantage would be to hire them as city employees in several departments and how to get them on board. City Police Chief Andrew Rush initiated the discussion by reporting he has only four applications submitted so far in their current hiring process. They need several officers. None of them are laterals, as he hoped. He said laterals coming over from another agency have already been trained at the Police Academy. That takes three and one-half months to complete. Other agencies are offering hiring incentives to attract lateral transfers. He cited Evansville Police Department as an example, as they offer a $2,500 hiring bonus, with an additional $2,500 after three years of service. Rush said he just wanted to put the idea “out there” for consideration. “I like what Evansville is doing, spreading it out over time, especially considering three months are gone to training with non-lateral hires,” remarked Board Member Andy Hoehn. Rush added it is actually a longer time than that. “After a trainee gets back from the Academy, there is also the FTO (field training officer) program, which lasts for six months.” “What exactly constitutes a lateral hire?” Hoehn Sabrina Harms, left, puts her arm around the neck of Kathy Beyer. Harms was the winner of the quilt made and donated by Beyer at the asked. “Can it be a sheriff deputy, corrections officer, Basket Bingo held this week at the fairgrounds. Photo by Dave Pearce a state police officer? Rush replied, “Yes, it can even

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be officers from other states like Henderson and Carmi. I would prefer someone from Indiana. In fact, I would like to restrict a lateral hire to an Indiana officer,” he emphasized. Hoehn stated he would like to see the cost of hiring a lateral versus a new hire on paper. He would like to see how they can save X amount of dollars by hiring a lateral. If it all looks good, he would be in favor of bumping up the incentive dollar amount. Board member David Dodd agreed and added that it is a good idea. Hoehn observed this idea of lateral transfer incentives would actually fit across several different departments. For instance, already certified water and sewage operators and perhaps at the street department as well, depending on level of experience. Utilities Superintendent Chuck Gray added, “At the water department, it takes two years to certify.” Hoehn noted this is the nature of the industry now. In New Business, Mount Vernon High School students Lilly Denning and Sadie Redman approached the board as representatives of the Christmas on Main Street Committee. Redman stated the Christmas on Main Street festival this year will be on December 9 and 10. They came to request street closures for the parade on December 9. Lineup will start at 6 p.m at the high school parking lot, with the parade itself actually starting at 7

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Take aim for a grateful lifestyle this season

B D . G M Thanksgiving is coming and it’s never out of season to say thank you. Say thank you to your local politicians. The majority of those who pursue an oﬃce, lose. Losing is tough and usually expensive. Thank them for their interest in your community or state and for the time they gave making their case and pursuing votes. Our world would be better if we all said thank you and please as often as possible. Amazingly many people don’t know how to say thank you, or please. If someone does anything for you say thank you. Even if they haven’t necessarily done it for you but are helping others then say thank you. Thank your community leaders, teachers, politicians, clergy, this media source, family, friends and anyone who is somehow positively impacting your life.

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Teaching our kids to say thank you and to say it often is well worth our time for us and them. Here are some thank you notes from Reader’s Digest, RD.com June 2023 About 15 years ago, we purchased a dining set from an older couple after seeing their ad. When we went to pick it up, it was apparent to me that the lady was having a hard time seeing it go, although it hadn’t been used for many years. On Thanksgiving, I set the table, took a picture, and sent it to her, saying we were thankful to be enjoying the beautiful set. She sent a note back that read, it looks like it was meant to be. It really has helped me, seeing it happy. Thank you from my heart. —Diane Ensch, Mansﬁeld, Texas As a volunteer, I recorded several audiobooks for the blind. I received a braille card that said thanks for my work. Fortunately, the sender also enclosed a reading chart for the braille words. It took me 90 minutes to ﬁgure out what the card said. It reminded me of how blessed I am and how much I can

keep giving. —Yen Chou, Taipei, Taiwan My coworker sent me this heartwarming e-mail after I was laid off: Thank you for giving me a chance way back when. This position got me off state assistance, paid for my car, and has blessed me and my son in so many ways. You have been an amazing mentor and friend, Mike. The best! I’ve learned so much and not just about pest control. To speak up for myself. To be less emotional when things go wrong. To have patience with myself and others. Thank you for being so incredibly patient with me and my thousands of questions and mistakes! It has helped my confidence in so many ways. Thank you! Thank you! It was humbling for me to know that I had that kind of impact on someone’s life by just being myself, doing my job. —Michael Shearing, Port Angeles, Washington. After I had worked as a mail carrier for 30 years, it was time to retire. I put a note in each of my 436 customers’ mailboxes, thanking them for allowing me to serve them

Thoughts about politics and County Fairs

I must say that negative campaign ads turn me oﬀ. It’s B D so childish and petty. H It’s like high school gossip... or better yet like kindergarten! I will tell you this… I don’t always vote straight party. I know Republicans, Democrats and a few Independents that I would vote for… and I know a few republicans, democrats, and independents I would never vote for. I have enough sense to get to know my local candidates personally, and to look for myself at their voting records, read legislation, and I ask the hard questions. I am not dumb nor am I gullible. So just stop with the garbage. Our political world is polarized enough as it is, and it’s “we the people” that are aﬀected the most. Nobody wins. The people who grow your food, do not want to kill you. The people who harvest timber, to build your home, do not want to destroy the forests. The people who haul food, across the highways of this world, do not want to pollute your air. “Believe Nothing You Hear, and Only One Half That You See” This quote has never been traced back to it’s origin.... Some say it was Edgar Allan Poe, or Dinah Craik, or

Apocryphal..... The fact is, the wise people of our past, always questioned the motives, of our political “rulers”. Truth is, most folks who are earning a living, don’t have the luxury of time, to dispel the rumors, that give politicians power, through lies, and false promises.... True Americans. If you’ve ever been to a county fair there is one sure way to quiet a crowd… start the National Anthem. The barn instantly grows quiet. All blowers and clippers stop, kids are stilled and friends and neighbors hush their visiting. All headgear is removed revealing the bald heads, the grey heads, and even a few heads with green, purple, orange or red hair mixed in. It’s a crowd of rednecks, ranch kids, farm kids, parents and a few wanta be’s. But they all have one thing in common… they are neighbors helping neighbors, a tight knit crowd I’m proud to be a part of… all are true Americans. I have been asked many times if I was born in a barn… and I’ll tell ya, there is no better place to raise a kid than in a show barn. They grow up learning animal welfare, respect, and work ethic. It’s a place where true Americans are raised, and no place I’d rather be. When you invest in a county fair sale you are investing in America. I’m not changing I can be a little abrasive at times when I get riled up. So I’m going vent a little bit. I was told I needed to be more tolerant. That I’m “old

fashioned and that times have changed”. Hebrews 13:8 says “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever”. Jesus taught us to love our neighbor… and his commandments of love do not mean to tolerate, compromise or conform to worldly behavior. I’m certainly not perfect… the only man that was they hung on a cross. But in my mind right is right and wrong is wrong. Just because some people want to justify their their behavior doesn’t make it ok… Because I am not tolerant… therefore I am labeled hateful. Let me be clear, I have no energy to hate. I either love you, or I will wish you well… you’re acceptance of me is irrelevant. Why try and be fake when being real takes less effort? Is it rudeness or is it just my honesty? Why am I supposed to say “it’s okay” when deep down my belief is that something is not? I stop being considerate in situations where I am not being treated considerately, though I may choose to be courteous up to a point. To understand me, you first need to understand that I am not you! There are two people that I must answer to, the guy in the mirror and the man upstairs… the man upstairs taking precedence over the guy in the mirror. If my beliefs make my circle of friends smaller then so be it… I am a man of principle and will not change.

Jim Tomes, State Senator

Letter to the Editor

Operating within our means

Surplus properties sell Dear New Harmony community member, As a valued member of our New Harmony community, we want to inform you of the sale of three New Harmony, Indiana, surplus properties, approved by the University of Southern Indiana Board of Trustees Thursday, November 3. The goal of this sale is to ﬁnd better ways for the property to be utilized to beneﬁt the community of New Harmony. The three properties and their buyers are below: Theater Barn - Sold to Michael Guard Keppler House - Sold to the Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana, Inc. Bentel Hop House - Sold to the Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana, Inc. USI looks forward to a continued partnership with the town of New Harmony through our Historic New Harmony and other outreach programs to preserve the utopian legacy and inspire innovation and progressive thought through collaborative programs and collections. Sincerely, Steve Bridges Vice President for Finance and Administration

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over the years. I never expected that on my last day so many would hang balloons on the boxes and put out so many beautiful thankyous. I hope I delivered all the mail properly that day, as there were tears of gratitude ﬁlling my eyes. —Kay Scott, Bucyrus, Ohio I was gram’s favorite, and she was mine. She passed away in September 2016, at 100½—she always said you earned the “half” when you got to be her age. To my surprise, I received a card in the mail that my sweet grandma had tucked away for my aunt to send after she passed. It read, Melis, thank you for all the nice things you did for me. Remember, this is the year you’ll meet your man. Be cool and play it safe. Don’t screw it up. Be careful. I’ll be watching you. All my love, Gram.—Melissa Wegman, Cincinnati, Ohio You can ﬁnd these and other thank you notes on RD.com Reader’s Digest, June 3, 2022 Thanksgiving season is here. Let’s all aim for a lifestyle of saying thank you.

I knew Santa Claus was real

One of the advantages of working in the B former Soviet Union J J country of Georgia is that Peg and I spend our R time where a great deal of history was made. It is not that the United States does not have an interesting story to tell. But the good ’ole US of A cannot legitimately lay claim to be the birthplace of wine as Georgia does or the birthplace of the Holy Roman Empire as does Georgia’s neighbor, Turkey. And one exciting aspect of being in a part of the world where so much of our history was made is that new discoveries of old history are being uncovered everyday. For example, it was recently reported that archeologists unearthed an ancient mosaic beneath the floor of a church in Demre, Turkey that was the original burial place of Saint Nicholas. I do not know about you, Gentle Reader, but with Christmas less than two months away I was stoked to have scientific evidence that Santa Claus might really be coming down the chimney at JPeg Osage Ranch in Oklahoma. I just have to find a way to re-route him to our apartment in Batumi, Georgia. And since we do not have a chimney here I guess we will have to leave the patio door unlocked. We will not get home until March so I hope Rudolph has his G.P.S. system updated as to the nine hour time change and the 6,500

mile distance between Oklahoma and Georgia. Peg and I plan to leave the patio light on all Christmas Eve. Saint Nicholas lived from 270-343 AD and was a contemporary in what would become the country of Turkey with Constantine who lived from 272-337 AD. Constantine made Christianity an acceptable religion and established the Holy Roman Empire once he became Emperor in 306-337 AD. Constantine named Constantinople, now Istanbul, for himself. He also convened the First Council of Nicaea in 325 AD that produced the Nicene Creed that set forth some of the principles of early Christian faith, including much of the humanitarian beliefs attributed by history to Saint Nicholas. Saint Nicholas was born in Papara, Turkey and died in Myra, Turkey. He was alleged to have inherited wealth that he spent his life giving away to those in need. He was especially known for his generosity in giving gifts to children. As for me, I never doubted such a person existed, but as the youngest of four children my Christmases were accosted by my older and more cynical siblings. Well, I hope they read this account that rings out with the joy of a great and generous spirit and I expect them to accept the scientific proof that I was right all along. For more Gavel Gamut articles go to www.jamesmredwine. com. Or “Like/Follow” us on Facebook and Twitter at JPegOsageRanch.

Indiana is consistently recognized as one of the most fiscally responsible and business-friendly states in the country, in large part because of our steadfast commitment to operating within our means. Here in Indiana, we balance budgets and stay committed to our priorities, including investing in important public needs like schools and roads, maintaining a favorable tax climate and paying off debt. For example, we continue to aggressively pay down our outstanding obligations to the Pre-1996 Teachers’ Retirement Fund, so it doesn’t remain hanging over the heads of Hoosier taxpayers. We were pleased to have recently paid down an additional $2.5 billion this year. Once this fund is fully financially selfsustaining, Indiana will have $1 billion a year freed up in our state budget. Because we operate within

our means, we were also able to pass House Enrolled Act 1002 to phase down Indiana’s income-tax rate to 2.9%, which is tied for the lowest rate in the nation among states with an income tax. Furthermore, Indiana was recently ranked No.1 for infrastructure by CNBC due to the overall sustainability of our roads, bridges and broadband access - all of which have been made a priority by my colleagues and me. Lastly, Hoosiers and entrepreneurs from other states see our state as a place to invest in. Last year, Indiana set a record for new small business startups, which is a direct indication of our healthy business climate. Practicing ﬁscal responsibility and investing in Hoosiers will remain priorities for me as your state senator, as I believe it will pave the way for tremendous opportunities in the near future.

Wendy McNamara, State Rep Targeting local health challenges The health challenges facing Indiana like smoking and food insecurity vary from county to county, and local service providers often know how to best address these issues. To improve health outcomes in all Hoosier communities, providers in our area can apply for a funding boost thanks to a new state program. The Health Issues and Challenges Grant, made possible through legislation I supported, can help communities large and small tackle health problems. Applications for the second and ﬁnal round of funding must be submitted by November 18 to receive a portion of the $50 million grant fund.

Funding is available to local and statewide service providers and planning organizations, and can be used to address health issues with Hoosiers, such as tobacco use, obesity, lead exposure and chronic diseases like diabetes or asthma. Locally, the Vanderburgh County Health Department is using funding from the ﬁrst round of awards to boost their “Pre to 3” program, which aims to help pregnant women and new moms receive the best care possible. This program connects health professionals to moms in need to develop healthier diets and living situations for themselves and their families.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2022 Robert Earl Snyder Sr. Robert Earl Snyder, Sr., 96, of Evansville, passed away on Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at home. Bob was born February 13, 1926 in Evansville to the late Shirley and Katherine (Jones) Snyder. He attended White School, graduated from F.J. Reitz High School and Mechanical Arts School. Bob served in the United States Army/Air Force during World War II while service on the USS Catalina transporting troops along the Sacramento River and the San Francisco Bay. He entered the service for his country on July 12, 1944 and was honorably discharged on June 5, 1946. Bob worked at SIGECO for 45 years and retired as the General Foreman in 1991 over the crews that constructed the substations in the Evansville area. Early during his career, he was a Junior Achievement advisor. He was an avid farmer while enjoying caring for his herd of cattle and always maintained a large garden while selling produce at his stand. Bob helped monitor 20 bluebird boxes on SIGECO property for many years after retirement. Play clabber with his family was an important part of his life. He coached youth baseball for many West Terrace teams and enjoyed watching his grandchildren in all of their activities. Supporting the Reitz Panthers, the IU Hoosier basketball team, the Indianapolis Colts and the Saint Louis Cardinals were important parts of his life. Surviving Bob are a daughter, Jean Ann Voegel (Carl) a son, David Snyder (Cindy Diamond); grandchildren, Bryan Snyder, Ashlee Mercer, Evan (Mallory) Snyder, Lacey (Adam) Nix, Carri (Justin) VanWinkle, Amy (John) Rau of Indianapolis, Cara (Daniel)

Dixon of Bloomington, Ind., Keith Bell, April Hicks, Matt Snyder and a special niece who visited many times from her Florida home, Carol Acosta. Also surviving are 13 great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Bob is preceded in death by his wife Norma, sons Darrell Wayne, Robert Earl Jr., and Thomas Dale. He was also preceded in death by siblings Mildred (Charlie) Deshields, Thelma (Lucky) Ryan and Roger (Selma) Snyder. Funeral services for Bob were held at 10 a.m., on Friday, November 4, 2022 at Pierre Funeral Home, Rev. Tyrone Edwards oﬃciating. Burial will follow in Park Lawn Cemetery. Friends visited with the family from 3 until 7 p.m., on Thursday at Pierre Funeral Home, 2601 West Franklin Street and from 9 a.m., until service time on Friday at the funeral home. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staﬀ at Heritage Hospice for their kind and compassionate care. Memorial contributions may be made to Heritage Hospice Foundation, 1202 West Buena Vista, Suite 202, Evansville, IN 47710 or Forest Hills Baptist Church, 2800 Hartmetz Avenue, Evansville, IN 47712 Condolences may be made online at www.pierrefuneralhome.com.

Glen Reynolds Glen Reynolds, 80, of Grayville, Ill., died Saturday, November 5, 2022, at Oakview Nursing and Rehabilitation in Mount Carmel, Ill. He was born April 13, 1942, in Pope County, Ill., the son of Murel and Sarah (Lewis) Reynolds. He married Donna Kay (McIntire) Reynolds on June 19, 1985, and she preceded him in death on October 7, 2018. Glen was a member of the Grace Fellowship Church in Grayville. He was a heavy equipment operator and enjoyed anything mechanical, working in the dirt, and working with his hands. Survivors include stepson Benjamin (Crystal) Roeder of Evansville, Ind.; daughters Lori McMillan of Indianapolis, Ind., Danielle Carter of Saint Charles, Mo.; step-daughter Amara Burgh of Mishawaka, Ind.; brother Robert (Paula) Reynolds of Harrisburg, Ill.; sisters Mary Taylor of Atoka, Okla., Linda (Arthur) Dewberry of Bromide, Okla., Shirley (Larry) Johnson of Carrier Mills, Ill.; grandchildren Jessica, Zack, Blake; step-

Preston Wayne Rhew Preston Wayne Rhew, 54, of Evansville, Ind., passed away on Sunday, October 30, 2022. Preston was born in Mount Carmel, Ill., on February 24, 1968. He worked in inside sales at Airgas for many years. Preston was a member of the Evansville Area Jeepers, loved everything pertaining to Jeeps. He enjoyed the Detroit Red Wings, being outdoors, deer hunting and ﬁshing. Above all else, Preston loved and cherished his grandchildren. Preston is survived by his daughter, Tiﬀany Hines (Carl) of Evansville, Ind.; and sons, Charles Rhew (Morrisa) of Henderson, Ky., and Steven Rhew (Cynthia) of Mount Vernon, Ind.; sisters, Sheri Hernandez, Tina Garrett and Sarah Harley; brother, Curtis Rhew; grandchildren, Ella Hines, Charleigh Rhew and Avreigh Rhew; his best friends, Tim Capps, Raymond Edge and Sherman Taylor.

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Preston was preceded in death by his mother, Beverly (Higgs) Williams; and his father, Charles Harley. A celebration of Preston’s life will be held at 4 p.m., on Sunday, November 6, 2022 at Browning Funeral Home, 738 Diamond Avenue, Evansville, IN 47711 with Pastor Mike Pyle oﬃciating. Friends may visit from 12 noon until service time on Sunday, November 6, 2022 at the funeral home. Condolences may be made online at www.browningfuneral.com.

Carolyn Ann Little Carolyn Ann Little, 67, of Norris City, Ill., died Saturday, November 5, 2022, at her home. She was born January 20, 1955, in Mount Vernon, Ind., the daughter of Everett Jolley and Vonda Verble (Pate) Jolley. She married Rodger Little on July 18, 1972, and he survives. She was a homemaker and enjoyed crocheting, cooking, spending time with family and she especially enjoyed visiting the Smokey Mountains with Rodger. Survivors include husband Rodger Little of Norris City, Ill.; sons Rodger (Michelle) Little, Brian (Jennifer) Little, all of Carmi, Ill., Rodney (Jenny) Little of Lexington, Ky.; brothers Eddie Jolley of Carmi, Tommy Jolley and Kenny Jolley, both of Princeton, Ind., Bobby Jolley of Vincennes, Ind.; grandchildren

Alex, David, Colton, Jaxon, Brittany, and Zach. She is preceded in death by her parents; and brothers Ernie, Gene, Jerry, and Bobby Jolley. Visitation and funeral were Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at Cook Funeral Chapel in Carmi, Ill. Visitation was held 10 a.m., and funeral was 12 noon. Burial was in Ditney Ridge Cemetery near Norris City, Ill.

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grandchildren Ian, Chase and Ashton; great grandchild Tessa; and step-great-grandchild Freyja. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife; brothers Lowell and E.B. Reynolds; sister Tricia. Visitation and funeral is Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at Cook Funeral Chapel in Grayville. Visitation is at 10 and funeral is at 12 noon. Burial will be in Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Griﬃn, Ind. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Alzheimer’s Association and will be accepted at Cook Funeral Chapel.

Theresa Ann Margaret Reese Theresa Ann Margaret Reese, 69, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away on November 4, 2022 at the Linda E. White Hospice House. Ann was born on January 13, 1953 in Posey County, Ind., to the late Floyd Sr. and Georgia (Sutton) Schoening. Ann was a 1971 graduate of Mount Vernon High School. She was a lifetime member of Saint Matthews Catholic Church and member of the American Legion Auxiliary. She worked as a supervisor for Aerial Bouquets. Ann enjoyed gardening and reading. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Floyd Schoening Jr., sister, Mary Butler, Infant Sister, Tina Schoening and nephew, Stephen West. Ann is survived by her son, Jim (Tracy) Reese and daughter, Jamie (Andy) Buchanan; grandchildren, Hunter (Kayelee) Reese, Nicole Reese (Jon), Laney Smith and Jaxon Elbrink; great granddaughters, Rowan, Hadlee and Amelia Reese; sisters, Nancy Schoening of Hollywood, Fla., Jane Schoening of Mount Vernon, Margaret Stanley of Mount Vernon, and Genny (Rodney) Cox of Mount

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Cody Miller, 30, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away November 4, 2022 at Ascension Saint Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis, Ind. He was born April 21, 1992 in Evansville, Ind. Cody was a 2010 graduate of Mount Vernon High School. He previously worked for Cimbar Performance Minerals in Mount Vernon. Cody loved watching the Denver Broncos and ﬁxing cars and trucks. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bill and Glenda Schisler and Hollis Miller. He is survived by his mother, Cindy (Schisler) Miller; father, Lee Miller (Marilyn); sister, Audrey Kavanaugh (Mike McGahey); nephews, Elijah Kavanaugh and Levi McGahey; grandmother, Jean Miller; uncle, Bob Schisler (Brooke); aunt, Jodi Kaufman (Knic); cousins, Chris Kaufman (Madison), Curt Kaufman (Taylor Mat-

tingly); and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation will be held from 4 until 7 p.m., on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main Street, Mount Vernon, Ind. Burial to be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com.

We celebrate the life of Wayne Folz, 76, who passed away peacefully at his home. Born July 17, 1946, Wayne graduated from Mater Dei High School in 1964. He shared three children with Diane Folz - Jeﬀ (Cheryl) Folz of Evansville, Lacy (Scott Wilhelmus) Hanmore of Evansville, and Abby (Ryan) Vaal of Carmel. Nothing was more important to him than his family, and he was happiest when surrounded by his loving grandchildren: Brooklynn, Clara, Hope, Sylvia, Nolan, Emily and Vince. In addition to his children and grandchildren, Wayne is survived by his three brothers, George, Irvin (Diana) and Tim. Preceding him in death were his parents, Sylvester and Marcella (Kaffenberger) Folz; sisters Pam Miles and Sondra Reich; sister-in-law Angie (Anderson) Folz; and brother-inlaw Kenneth “Butch” Miles. Wayne was many things to many people. He was the kind of guy who knew the answers to life’s most pressing questions, like “What kind of tree is that?” and “Why won’t this darn thing turn on?” He enjoyed helping others and his patient and tempered demeanor made him an ideal teacher who fostered a sense of curiosity in everyone lucky enough to learn from him. “Giving it away is how you keep it” was an oft-repeated motto that guided his life, and he made a habit of sharing his knowledge and skills with the world. He gave his help and time freely and without reservation. Wayne retired from Evana Automation in 2009 after a long career as a respected mold maker, and his hobbies and passions were so proliﬁc and varied that capturing them all in the space provided here is an impossible

Marlene Louise Clifford Marlene Louise Clifford, 71, of New Harmony, Ind., born April 23, 1951, to Morris Egbert and Juanita (Baize) Burkes in Wadesville, Ind., passed away, Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital of Evansville, Ind. She graduated from North Posey High School in 1969. She was an Educational Contractor O.P.I., Cosmetologist Teacher, Girl Scout Leader for 10 years and worked at Geuss Beauty Supply in Evansville, Ind. She loved her grandchildren and animals. Surviving are her husband: Alan K. Clifford; mother: Juanita Burkes of Boonville, Ind.; daughters: Sharon Murray of New Harmony, Ind., and Elizabeth Stallings (Robert Oldham) of Evansville, Ind.; brothers: Wayne Burkes of Wadesville, Ind., and Morris Burkes of Newburgh, Ind.; grandchildren: Cayla Alvey, Cody Crawford, Jeremy Oldham, Kathryn and Jacob Murray along with numerous other grandchildren she considered hers and five great grandchildren: John, Andrew and Nevaeh Alvey, Raiden Crawford and Jade Nichols.

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Vernon; brothers, David (Rose) Schoening of Scottsdale, Ariz., and John Schoening of Mount Vernon; as well as a number of nieces and nephews. A memorial visitation will be held from 4 until 7 p.m., on Thursday, November 10, 2022 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main Street, Mount Vernon. The family would like to thank the nurses and staﬀ at the Linda White Hospice House for the compassion and care of Ann in her ﬁnal days, as well as the kindness and support shown to Ann’s family. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Auxiliary. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com.

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task. An avid outdoorsman, Wayne was particularly fond of boating, fishing, arrowhead hunting and camping with his family and friends. He was a master artisan and woodworker who could construct magic from any material imaginable. He played countless card games and executed practical jokes with disturbing proficiency. He was the proprietor of a Christmas tree farm. He built when something needed to be built, and he fixed when something needed to be fixed. A good meal was often his preferred form of payment. Wayne Folz - son, brother, husband, father, pawpaw, colleague and friend - died a happy and fulfilled man. The gap he leaves in our lives is only outweighed by the immense gift of his presence, charm and love - aspects of the man that will continue to live on long after the man himself. Friends may visit with the family on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, from 2 to 7 p.m. Central Standard Time (CST) at Pierre Funeral Home in Evansville. A brief service will be held at Pierre Funeral Home on Thursday, November 10 at 10 a.m. CST followed by burial at Saint Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Evansville. Condolences may be made online at www.pierrefuneralhome.com.

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Preceding her in death were her father and sister: Georgeann Burkes. Funeral services were held 1 p.m., Friday, November 4, 2022 at the Werry Funeral Home in Poseyville, Ind., with entombment following at Oak Hill Cemetery in Evansville, Ind. Visitation was from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m., Friday, November 4, 2022, at the funeral home. In lieu of ﬂowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Posey County Humane Society, 6500 Leonard Road, Mount Vernon, IN 47620. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family online at: www.werryfuneralhomes.com.

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Public hearings planned for proposed NP bond issues By Lois Mittino Gray Members of the North Posey School Board met in Special Session on Tuesday, November 1 to adopt a Revised 2023 Budget, which contains several resolutions and fund transfers, including a new one involving a transfer utilizing money from a bond issue. After some spirited discussion centering around the potential bond issue for capital improvements, Board Member Greg Schmitt made a motion to approve the budget as modified and Board Member Larry Kahle seconded. The motion was approved with a 3 to 1 vote, with Board Member Vince Oakley voting nay. Board Member Amy J. Will was not present to vote. School Superintendent Michael Galvin presented for adoption the Revised 2023 Budget, including the following resolutions connected to it: a Resolution for Appropriations and Tax Rates, a 2022 Budget Transfer Resolution, a Rainy Day Transfer Resolution and a Resolution for a 2023 Budget Hearing. The Bus Replacement Plan 2023 and Capital Projects Plan 2023 were also approved as part of the budget and can be read on the school district website. Galvin discussed the potential $1.6-million-dollar bond issue which will not be voted on until after two public hearings at the next regular board meeting on November 14. “Assessed valuation on property in Posey County is going up and more money will be available to us from taxes. The tax rate, however, is not going up. This money would give us a chance to do things we normally could not do. It has a one-year payoff. It’s a good deal,” he observed. The bond money would be distributed over two years’ time. One million in the first year would arrive around January and the remaining .6 million in the year after. Two separate public budget hearings on the proposed school construction project and additional appropriation for a $1.6 million Construction Fund are slated for the regular meeting time The first is called the 1028 Hearing. The 1028 Hearing will be with respect to the School Corporation’s proposal to construct the following improvements in the School Corporation, which are at a cost in excess of $1,000,000. The published list includes construction of general improvements, upgrades, equipping and renovations to the school buildings of the School Corporation including but not limited to interior renovations and upgrades at the High School, the Middle School, the Elementary Schools and the special services facility, including

painting, ceiling repairs, bleacher improvements, repairs and replacements, railing replacements to the second floor railing at the High School gymnasium, high school hot water heater repairs and replacements, installation of school fire systems, intercom improvements, playground repairs, upgrades and replacements, exterior door upgrades and replacements at all school buildings, classroom furniture replacements, energy efficiency upgrades, clock and security/communications replacements and upgrades, roofing repairs and replacements, and other improvements, renovations, equipping, upgrades and repairs to the Corporation’s facilities. At the 1028 Hearing for the Project, board members will give explanations of the potential value of the Project, including a more detailed description thereof, to the School Corporation and to the community, including the educational purposes of the Project and its estimated costs, tax impact, and funding sources. Interested parties may present testimony and questions concerning the proposed Project, including objections to and support for it. The announcement of the hearings is published on the district website. The Appropriation Hearing, which will immediately follow the 1028 Hearing, is with respect to consideration of the following additional appropriation in excess of the budget for the current year: Construction Fund, not to exceed $1,600,000. Taxpayers of the School Corporation appearing at said meeting shall have the right to be heard in respect to the additional ap-

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Jo An E. Niehaus, age 90, of Evansville peacefully passed away on October 29, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. Jo An grew up in Marrs Township in Posey County where she attended a oneroom schoolhouse. She graduated from Reitz High School in 1949 and continued her education at Lockyear’s Business College. Her ﬁrst job was working for the Vanderburgh Parks and Rec-

reation Department, and she never stopped working until she retired at age 85. She married Charles “Pud” Niehaus in 1957, and they enjoyed almost 50 years of marriage until Pud’s passing in 2006. They met at the skating rink and could waltz and jitterbug on their roller skates. They enjoyed taking their grandkids camping and going on drives to look for deer; they never missed their kids’ and grandkids’ softball games and other achievements. Jo An lived a life full of faith, family and service to all living creatures. She was a lifelong member of Salem United Church of Christ – Heusler where she served as the church secretary for many years. She produced Sunday bulletins with a manual typewriter and mimeograph machine until the electronic typewriter and later the computer were invented. She be-

gan teaching Sunday School at seventeen, and was renown for her Vacation Bible School crafts. She made the brownies for Salem’s fall festival booth and the cornbread for Salem’s sausage supper and helped whenever and wherever needed. As a child she had a knack for rescuing abandoned baby animals and nursing them back to health. She had pet squirrels, foxes, raccoons, rabbits, possums, and even a skunk. Jo An loved her horses and ponies too, and she always had cats and dogs by her side. Her caretaking spirit was evident throughout her life. In her career she was known for her hardworking and tireless commitment to getting things done well and with kindness. Whether that was helping her father run “Al’s Place”, a country store, gas station and mechanic’s garage in Posey County or working for H&R Block in their quality control oﬃce

and tax preparation, Jo An performed her duties with great care for her customers and clients. She worked for H&R Block for over 40 years and retired at age 85. Much like her job as church secretary, she went from learning the tax code and writing taxes manually to becoming an expert at preparing taxes on the computer. She was an artist at heart. She loved to paint and create crafts, reﬁnish antique furniture, make wooden puzzles with her scroll saw, and wood carve. In her later years, she began crocheting/ looming hundreds of hats for Chemo Buddies Stitchers. Most importantly, she passed those artistic talents to her grandchildren. She played softball well into her 60’s, where she played on the team with her sister Betty, nieces, and daughters. Jo An could always be counted on for a base hit down third base line. She enjoyed golﬁng and bowling, winning many

back to the side of the road, she suddenly speeded up the machine and hurriedly passed the men. The spot News From The Western Star, November 8, 1922 - Mount Vernon selected for the attempted J K hold-up is an ideal one, and the bandits evidently Note: News in this issue The election of Tuesday, not jority. Some victories were: would have succeeded had it includes: Democrats score only in Posey County where Enoch McFadden - Sheriff; not been for the presence of victory in county, attempted the Democrats rolled up ma- Warren Whipple - Assesmind of the driver. hold-up of Mount Vernon jorities from 200 to 1,100, sor; Albert Murphy - County A Tragedy - Lifeless motorists, hunter shoots was the result of perfect or- Treasurer; Millard Robinson himself, veterans invited to ganization. The election in - Auditor; Alvin Gempler - Body Of Hunter Discovbig Armistice Day event at some instances was a great Surveyor; Lonnie Morrow ered By Wife - The lifeless Carmi, assistant fire chief surprise in several precincts - Recorder; John Stallings - body of William Oschman Beste resigns, sports, and in the county. The Democrats County Commissioner Third was discovered by his wife many more news briefs and grabbed a majority from the District; Robert Highman - after she began a search for him when he did not come personals. Republicans, who have al- County Commissioner First Democrats Score Old ways depended on these District and George Hanshoe home. The dogs led Mrs. Time Victory In Posey - precincts to give them a ma- - (Republican) - County Oschman to the spot of the accident where she found Councilman First District her husband near a stump. and Patrick Lynn (RepubliEvidently, Mr. Oschman had can) - County Councilman been standing on the stump Second District. when the gun was accidenAttempted Hold-Up Of tally discharged, the shot Mount Vernon Motorstriking him in the lower abist - An attempted hold-up domen and ranging upwards. of an automobile occupied Death was probably instanby Walter Roth and daughtaneous. Coroner Sam Davis ter, Mrs. B. McReyolds, was called and rendered a was frustrated at dusk Sunverdict of accidental death day evening a mile south after hearing the evidence. of Howell when the driver, Mr. Oschman is survived Mrs. McReynolds, suddenly by his wife and an infant speeded up the machine afbaby, a mother near Caborn, ter faking an attempt to stop, a brother, John Oschman of following the near hold-up Caborn, and a sister, Mrs. by four unknown men. Mr. Urb Pharr of this city. FunerRoth and daughter were al services were held Monen route to their home here day at the Caborn Methodist from a visit in Evansville and Church, Rev. Klaus being in when first noticed, the men charge. He was buried in the were standing on the side of church cemetery. the road. As the Roth car apWar Veterans Invited proached, the men stepped All American Legion memout into the road throwbers and other World War ing their spot-light onto the veterans, as well as ex-solauto and commanded them diers of other wars are espeto halt. Mrs. McReynolds cially invited to be present slowed down the auto when at the first M.E. Church next near the men, who evidently Sunday morning at 9:15 to thought the car would be hear the Armistice Day lecstopped, but as they stepped

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propriation. The additional appropriation, if finally made, will be reported to the Department of Local Government Finance. Budget items were published on the Indiana Gateway site and on the school webpage: https://www.northposey.k12. in.us/school-board-information/public-notices.The Capital Projects Plan 2023 and the Bus Replacement Plan 2023 are both posted on the district website as required by law under “Public Information.” The Capital Projects Plan 2023 Adoption lists projects over three years to be funded from regular tax levy monies. For 2023, they are North Elementary School Security enhancements at $54,508, extend Softball Backstop Fencing at $14,418, and to replace high school softball scoreboard at $25,000. For 2024, replacement of North Elementary Playground at $30,000, North Posey Junior and Senior High Schools security enhancements at $243,912, remodel of North Posey High School Life Skills Special Education Classroom at $180,000, and replacement of North Posey High School Auditorium Lighting Upgrade at $39,000. North Posey High School Commons Renovation is listed at $40,000 for 2025. The Bus Replacement five-year plan calls for an annual payment of $324,165 for the 2022-2026 lease to own program. It is for all 13 buses selected for replacement in the next five year cycle. “It locks the district into a lower cost per bus than if we waited and purchased them later in the five year window,” Galvin wrote.

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

ture to be delivered to the Men’s Bible Class by Prof. Young, the instructor. Carmi Will Host Elaborate Event On Armistice Day - Thousands of American Legion members, their families and friends, will be entertained at the fairgrounds in Carmi, Ill., Armistice Day. They have arranged to entertain between 25,000 and 30,000 visitors. There will be band concerts, musical acts, and aeroplane stunts. Special train service has been arranged by L&N from Mount Vernon and towns along the way to Carmi. Assistant Fire Chief Retires - After almost continuous service for 28 years, and with a record that anyone might be proud of, Assistant Chief Fred Beste handed in his resignation as a member of the Mount Vernon Fire Department. Mr. Beste joined the local ﬁre department in May, 1892. He is the oldest man in service at the department. Sports - Basketball Poseyville beat Stewartsville 26 to 19. Mount Vernon defeated Wadesville 26 to 16. Playing for Mount Vernon were: Baldwin (f); K. Simpson (f); Dickhaut, (center); Hoﬀman (g); and C. Simpson (g). Mount Vernon Girls beat Stewartsville 37 to 1. Football - Petersburg beat Mount Vernon 18 to 0 Saturday. News Briefs And Personals - Can Of Beans Explodes - While attempting to open a can of beans Thursday, the can exploded and slightly burned Oscar Hun-

and nephews Angie Grebe, Terri (Dan) Riddle, Debbie Wells, Kim (Rick Brooks), Denny Patton, Susan (Dennis) Blackburn and Ronnie (Tracy) Patton and numerous great nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank family friend Celesta Gostley for the kind caretaking she provided Jo An during her last months of life and the staff of Heritage Hospice for their care in the last week. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Salem Church – Heusler Memorial Fund or Habitat for Humanity of Evansville. A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 10:30 a.m., at Salem Church – Heusler, 11325 East Old Lower Mount Vernon Road, Evansville, IN 47712 officiated by Pastor Al Schmitz. Friends may visit Friday 3 until 7 p.m., at Alexander West Chapel and Saturday from 9:30 until 10:30 a.m., at the church.

gate. Mr. Hungate, while working on the roads near Solitude, placed a can of beans on the engine to heat them. When opened, they exploded with the above results. Births - Born to Mr. and Mrs. Harry Stephens, a baby girl, named Mariam Lucile. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Keck, a son, named Robert Andrew. Injured Eye George Maurer, employee in the blacksmithing department of the Keck-Gonnerman foundry, received an injury to his right eye Friday when a small piece of steel lodged on his eyeball. The steel was extracted with the aid of a magnet by Dr. Field. Visitors To The City - Henry Wedeking and Charles Roesner of Wadesville, transacted business in this city Saturday. C.D. Owens of Poseyville, transacted business in this city Saturday. Frank Eickhoﬀ, while in the city Friday, gave us a call. Paul Schutz and son-inlaw, Philip Dausman, were in the city on business Monday. William Bright, Lillian Deuesner, Thomas Mobley, Viola McDonald, and Anna Mary Bright motored to Mount Vernon Sunday afternoon. Sunday Dinner - Mr. and Mrs. Grant Ellis were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Stevens. Marriage Licenses - Edw. Helm and Lena Johnson; John Fuelling and Jennie Fuelling; Richard Smith and Frances Stratton; Matthew Ardle and Catherine Miller; John Jones and Plumadella Owens; and Fred Reineke and Emma Krittenstein.

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Mount Vernon residents Doyle and April Morgan are all smiles as their number was pulled as winners of the half pot at the Basket Bingo. Photo by Dave Pearce

Goals ring in Red Kettle season The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Kickoff was held on Friday, November 4, 8:30 a.m., at the Salvation Army Gymnasium located at 1040 North Fulton Avenue. The goals of the event are as follows: To highlight the launch of this year’s Red Kettle Campaign with a goal of raising $310,000 over the Holiday season. To debut/unveil “a new twist on the timeless tradition” of the Red Kettle Campaign. To encourage and challenge local businesses and individuals to volunteer even just

an hour of their time to ring the bell. To Highlight our many community supporters for The Red Kettle Campaign. These funds will be used to support The Salvation Army’s “Toy Town” Christmas programming in addition to social service programs throughout the year for those in need. Many community leaders and partners will be present to speak about their support of The Salvation Army and the impact of its programs over the last year.

Birthdays November 8 - Jason Reibold, Maxine Hempfling, David Kelliher, John Hobbs, Mary Fickas, April Wood, Jacob Maier, Aretha Southwood, Wilhelmina Weisling, Esme Rebekah Madi, Jason Reibold, Abigail Reis, Mitch Reynolds, Becky Woods, Diane Heberer November 9 - Candi Lockwood, Tom Panetti, Michael Scarafia, Martha Breeze, Mason Maricle November 10 - Jeffrey Hidbrader, Steve Crowley, Ryker Bias, Mary McGrew, Derek Marvel, Alicia Laughbaum November 11 - Logan Deig, Martha Conyers, Delores Hudson, Kendal Lang, Jack Hall, Clenneth Kohlmeyer, Tammy

Zenthoefer, Brandy Schelhorn, Randy Martin, Ethan Kahle, James Passmore, Connor Black, Joyce Babillis November 12 - Kathy Pollard-Ross, Carissa Koester, Greg Ricketts November 13 - Bob Walker, Joe Lynn Armstrong, Abby Giles, Tracie Little, Jennifer Cobb, Matthew Mittino, Kevin Pettigrew, Shirley Carver November 14 - Ryan Proctor, Janice Haggard, Allison Cardin, Jacob Straw, Kym Ricketts, Zach Wilhoyte, Kym Ricketts If you have a name to be included, please send to: Posey County News, P.O. Box 397, New Harmony, IN 47631, or email: news@ poseycountynews.com.

Viking Pride This week’s Viking Pride features Addie Fullop. Addie is a junior who is actively involved in North Posey’s Spanish Club. She serves as this year’s President and is looking forward to bringing the club back post-COVID. Spanish Club is advised by Mrs. Debbie Whitfield, also known as Senora by her students. Here is more about Addie: Tell me about yourself. My favorite sports to play are volleyball and softball. I love to go shopping and to hunt. Hanging with my friends is always a fun time for me as well. How long have you been in the activity? This is my first year in Spanish Club. Tell me about your role, responsibilities, and/or involvement in this activity. I am the President of the Spanish Club. I hope to be a good leader for the club and to encourage others to be in-

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Addie Fullop exciting. I also love all the competitive games we play. What keeps you interested and involved in your activity? The teacher, Senora, also known as Mrs. Whitfield, always has fun activities for us to do. What other activities are you involved in? I am involved in Student Council, Big Brothers Big

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Sisters, Varsity Club, volleyball, and softball. Tell me about your family. I have two sisters, one older and one younger. My older sister is currently attending Murray State University, and my younger sister is a freshman here at North Posey. My dad is a dentist in Mount Vernon. My mom is the JV volleyball coach and will sometimes work at my dad’s office. We love to go out West and do fun adventures. We prefer mountains over the ocean. What do you enjoy doing (out-of-school activities and/or for fun) during your free time? I love to shop, boat, hunt, hang with friends and family, and make tik-toks. What advice would you share with younger elementary or middle school students? I would tell younger students to get involved in school activities, work hard in class, and always have a smile on their faces. What is a fun fact about you that people may not know? I was a national champion in tumbling, trampoline, and double mini when I was eight years old. What is your favorite quote and why? “No one ever made a difference by being like everyone else.”- P.T. Barnum It is evident that Addie puts a smile on others’ faces and can bring a good time to activities both in Spanish Club and in other activities she is involved in. Great job to Addie and the rest of the Spanish Club.

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November 8, 15, 22 and 29 at 10:30 a.m. - Preschool Story Time - There will be stories and rhymes and activities. Registration for children ages 3 to 5 is required and begins October 3. If the registration is full, please join the waiting list. November 8 at 6 p.m. - Novels at Night - Join us for a discussion of “In Love” by Amy Bloom at Tequilla’s. Walk-ins always welcome. November 9 at 3:30 p.m. - LEGO Club - A program for boys and girls who love Legos. We supply the bricks; you supply the creativity. For grades K-5. Registration is required and begins on October 26. Come and create projects that will be displayed with your friends in the Ohio and Wabash rooms of the Library. November 9 at 6 p.m. - Coﬀee and (Bingo) Cards-evening edition - Winners will receive fun prizes. This program is free. Teens are welcome. We will be in the Ohio and Wabash Meeting Rooms. November 10 at 10 a.m. - Christmas Craft for Adults - Join us as we make some felt candle ornaments for an old fashioned Christmas tree. Registration begins October 27. We will be in the Wabash Meeting Room.

November 10 and 17 at 10 a.m. - Adult Drawing and Watercolor Workshop - This free series is for anyone wishing to learn or perfect skills in drawing or watercolor. If you have questions or would like to take part call 812-838-3286. Must provide your own art supplies for this program. November 10 and 17 at 3:30 p.m. Laughs and Crafts - There will be jokes, activities, stories, and a craft. Registration for students going into kindergarten to ﬁfth grade will be required and begins October 3. If the registration is full, please join the waiting list. November 14, 21 and 28 at 9:30 a.m. Baby/Toddler Story Time - There will be a story, songs, rhymes, and bubbles. Registration for children 0 to 36 months is required and begins October 3. If registration is full, please join the waiting list. November 14 and 21 at 3:30 p.m. - Teen Cuisine - Tiﬀany Haug of Purdue Extension will be here to teach teens about nutrition and cooking. For high school students (ages 14-18). Designed to equip teens with necessary life skills and the knowledge to make healthier choices, Teen Cuisine also features exciting hands-on cooking classes and pulserising exercise sessions. Registration is open.

Time change serves as reminder As the seasons change and Daylight Saving Time ended on Sunday, November 6, CenterPoint Energy is reminding customers that now is a good time to prepare for the winter heating season with some simple household safety and energy efficiency measures. When setting your clocks back one hour, remember to take care of these tasks around your home: Replace the batteries in your home’s smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors. Check the expiration dates on these devices. Smoke alarms typically have a lifespan of 10 years, while carbon monoxide detectors last five years. Clean the vent ductwork on your dryer to reduce the potential for a dryer-related fire. It also helps your appliance run more efficiently. Schedule your annual furnace inspection with a qualified technician to make sure your heating system is running safely and efficiently. Now is also a good time to take advantage of energy efficiency tips to reduce your en-

ergy usage and lower your utility bills: Replace or clean your furnace filter regularly. Good air flow is essential for maximizing efficiency and the life of your furnace. Uncover heating vents. Make sure vents are not blocked by furniture or drapes to ensure proper air flow. Turn down the thermostat. Lower it by 10 degrees at night or when you’re away for at least eight hours. You can potentially save 10 per cent on your space heating costs. With a programmable thermostat, it’s easy to have your heating system work around your schedule. Seal air leaks with caulking and weather stripping around windows and doors. By keeping warm air in and cold air out, you can reduce your energy usage and costs. Turn ceiling fans to rotate clockwise. It produces an updraft and moves warm air away from the ceiling into the rest of the room. Close the fireplace damper when not in use. An open damper allows warm air to escape your home.

Weekly Wildcat Welcome to the Weekly kll Wild Wildcatt where h Wh t is i a funny f What or your favorite memwe highlight a Mount Vernon High School ory that relates to your involvement at student and their involvement in both school or the community? their school and community. Lera Wilson My favorite memories are from when the is a senior and involved in team gets together for teamgirls basketball, soccer, bonding such as when the track, and various clubs. soccer team goes to the fall Tell me about yourself. festival every year. I play soccer, basketball, What do you enjoy doing and track and I plan to play (out of school activities and/ soccer in college. I want to or for fun) during your free pursue dental hygiene in the time? future. I am involved in the I enjoy going to a youth Student Athletic Council, group that my church has evNational Honors Society, ery Sunday. I also love going and am a leader for the Felto Younglife Club with my lowship of Christian Athfriends. Lera Wilson letes. I am also involved in What advice would you my church. share with younger elemenTell me about your family. tary or middle school students? My parents both own businesses in Posey I would encourage everyone to join a County. I have two older brothers. One lives group, club, or community activity so that here in Mount Vernon and the other lives in they can make solid friendships that create Indy. I also have a dog named Gus and two lasting memories. cats. What plans do you have for the future? What is a fun fact about you that many I plan to attend college and play soccer. people don’t know? I want to pursue a career in dental hygiene. My favorite food is my dad’s Stir Fry. Lera is active in her school and church. What words do you live by? You can find Lera playing basketball, along Romans 8:28 - “And we know that all that with her teammates, at their first home happens to us is working for our good if we game on Saturday, November 12 starting love God and are fitting into his plans.” with JV at 6 p.m., varsity to follow.

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Briefly Posey County FSA Deadline Producers are reminded to come into the Posey County FSA Office between November 1 and November 15, to file a CCC-576 form if they have prevented planted wheat. Seed and chemical receipts are required. If you have planted wheat you have till December 15, to report it. Planting dates are required. Also please remember to certify your cover crops as soon as possible. Please contact the Posey County FSA Office at (812) 838-4191, ext. 2 to set up an appointment. Please contact the Posey County FSA Office if you have any questions. “Clue” presented by Fine Arts Academy of Mount Vernon High School Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery. The tale begins at a remote mansion, where six mysterious guests assemble for an unusual dinner party where murder and blackmail are on the menu. Performances will be November 10 through the 12 at 7 p.m., with a matinee on Saturday, November 12, at 2 p.m. Tickets are adults $10, students $5. Tickets may be purchased at the door. For advance purchase please

contact Mr. Baker at the MVHS 812-838-4356. Immanuel UCC Community Movie Night Immanuel UCC, 5812 Ford Road North, in Mount Vernon will host a community movie night on Saturday, November 12 starting at 6:30. This is a free event. Come enjoy a movie and popcorn. Mount Vernon Ministerial Association Community Thanksgiving Service The Mount Vernon Ministerial Association will be holding its yearly Community Thanksgiving Service, November 20, at 5 p.m. It will be held this year at Saint John’s Episcopal Church on the corner of Sixth and Mulberry in Mount Vernon. A Community Choir is being organized to assist with the music for this service. Two choir rehearsals will be held on Sunday afternoons, November 6 and 13. Both choir rehearsals will begin at 3 p.m., at Saint John’s. Please plan to attend at least one of the two rehearsals at your convenience, and both if possible. A ﬁnal rehearsal will be held at 4 p.m., on November 20, prior to the start of the service. We invite all singers from Posey County to sing in this community service.

PC Regional Sewer District to meet The board of the Posey County Regional Sewer District will meet on Thursday, November 10, 2022 at 9 a.m., at the Hovey House, 330 Walnut, Mount Vernon. Saint Peter’s UMC Women’s Christmas Auction Saint Peter’s Women’s annual Christmas auction is Sunday, November 13, 2022 at 2 p.m., in the church basement. Lots of items to be auctioned oﬀ. Quilt, crafts, Christmas items, baked goods, etc., the proceeds ﬁnance various mission projects. Light refreshments and babysitting available. K of C of Corpus Christi and SP Bingo The Knights of Columbus of Corpus Christi and Saint Philip are sponsoring a Bingo on Saturday November 19, 2022. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the Bingo begins at 6 p.m. Price of admission will be $20 for a packet of 20 games and extra packets of Bingo packets will be available for $10 each or three for $25. Hamburgers, cheeseburgers, nacho chips, pretzels, soft drinks and water will be available. License No. 148648.

Saint Wendel Christmas Parade Join us for our eighth annual golf cart and ATV Christmas parade on Saturday, November 26 at 6 p.m. This event will take place at the Knights of Saint John 282 in the parking lot, cost is $10 for the driver and $5 for rider, cash only. Kids 12 and under free. Tailgate party following parade, half pot, Chinese auction, prizes, food truck(s), bonfire, music and Santa. All proceeds go to organizations and or families fighting cancer. Rain date is Sunday, November 27. Keck-Gonnerman Meeting Keck-Gonnerman meeting takes place the first Thursday of every month at 7 p.m., at their building located at the fairgrounds. Anchor Point Foundation on Thursdays Co-ed Celebrate Recovery group meets on Thursday evenings at 5 p.m., at the Beyond the Walls Campus, 424 Vine Street, Mount Vernon. Trinity UCC AA Meets on Saturdays AA meetings are held on Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. and will continue until further notice. Join us at Trinity UCC in Mount Vernon and enter through the back.

Hoosier Salon reception set Special to the News The Hoosier Art Salon presents the annual “Shop Local Fine Art” Exhibit which features the art of 14 local and regional artists with 68 pieces of art. The popular “Snowflake Art” of artisan Denise Rapp creates a festive holiday display and includes her hand-cut paper snowflakes. The Hoosier Art Salon will host their Annual Posey County High School Senior Art Show, featuring two and three-dimensional artwork of senior art students from North Posey High School and Mount Vernon High School. The Staff and volunteers invite Volunteers Nancy Simon, Bridgette Wehr, Lucy Steinhart, and Jeanne Wehr take a you to join us for hot cider, wine and hors d’oeuvres on November 12, from 4 until 6 minute from volunteer duties at basket bingo this week. Photo by Dave Pearce p.m. This reception coincides with the Second Saturdays in New Harmony, which features

Poet Laureate to read here On Thursday, November 17, at 6:30 p.m., the Working Men’s Institute in New Harmony will be hosting a reading by Norbert Krapf. Norbert, who held the position of Indiana Poet Laureate from 2008-2010, is the author of 15 poetry collections and three volumes of prose memoirs. He has been the recipient of the Lucille Medwick Memorial Award from the Poetry Society of America, a Creative Renewal Fellowship from the Arts Council of Indianapolis, and a Glick Indiana Author Award. One of his poems can be found in stained glass at the Indianapolis International Airport. A native of Jasper, he performs poetry and blues with fellow Hoosier bluesman Gordan Bonham. In this reading tour, Krapf will introduce the audience to his latest release, his fifteenth poetry collection entitled Spirit Sister Dance,

our gallery along with the New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art(NHGCA). For generations, New Harmony has been known for its love of the arts and celebrates everything from Indiana-based artists, to contemporary. Guests are invited to begin their stroll at either of the two galleries, it is free and open to the public. Visitors can stroll the New Harmony galleries and exhibitions while enjoying special presentations, and wine/catering. We also encourage visitors to also enjoy the local shops, restaurants, and architecture during their stay. For more information, please contact any of the galleries or visitwww.visitnewharmony. org Contact Person: Linda Volz Email:lvolz@ hoosiersalon.org Phone: 812-618-5710

published by Fernwood Press in October. In this book, Krapf navigates memories and emotions surrounding the death of his stillborn sister, all the while bringing light to the darkness of grief. Although centered on a loss, this collection tells a story of healing, of becoming attuned to the comforting spirituality of the mundane and the eternity of a bond. Liza Hyatt, author of Once, There Was a Canal, describes Krapf’s new book as “… tender and prayerful. These poems live the questions: what is life, what is death, what is birth, what is spirit, what is love…Norbert Krapf’s poems become songs of the union that mystics celebrate.” Norbert Krapf’s reading will be free to the public. He will be selling copies of his book after the reading. More information about Enjoying the Saint Philip Card Party this week are Dena Criswell and Rhonda Mort. the poet can be found on his website at http:// Photo by Dave Pearce www.krapfpoetry.net/.

‘Election’ continued from Page A1 pulled, destroyed and get a new ballot; and a voter could return an unmailed ballot to the election office and vote early or on election day at a polling location. Voters unable to travel due to confinement or disability had the option to request a new ballot delivered by a travel election board by noon on Monday. “We called all those potentially affected today and were able to speak to many of them. They were actually very appreciative that we were going through this process in order to ensure their vote counted,” Kilgore said Friday afternoon. She said a second round of calls would be made on Saturday to connect with those that had not been reached on Friday. “At least it was caught,” Adams said at Fri-

day’s meeting. “We’ll see how big this was or is at the end of the day, but at least you’re going through the motions to try to make it right. I think we’re all in the same position here. We need every vote counted that can be counted. If there’s an issue, let’s try to rectify it. We’ve got a short timeframe, but at least it’s trying to get something done. You might not get them all, but at least get as many as you can. We all know in Posey County that you can get close races sometimes.” Indiana law allows voters to vote absentee by mail if they complete an application and meet certain qualifications. Absentee ballots cannot be tallied prior to election day. The state’s website lists options to fix “most is-

sues” including spoiled ballots due to voter error, mistakenly signing a spouse’s ballot, missing voter signatures, receiving the wrong ballot or “a ballot lacking two sets of initials.” The Posey County Election office mailed 459 absentee ballots ahead of Tuesday’s general election. Kilgore told meeting-goers that the office had received 377 mail-in ballots as of Friday morning. Kilgore said once absentee by mail applications are approved and processed, ballots are mailed to voters. Voters must mark their choices and place their ballot in a security envelope which they must sign and date. She said the Absentee Voter Board receives mail-in ballots and must verify the validity of

voters’ signatures and accept the ballots. On Election Day, bipartisan absentee ballot counter teams verify voters’ signatures are on the ballots, open the mail-in ballot envelopes and lay them face down separate from the envelope and confirm that each contains the two sets of initials on the back. Ballots missing the required initials are “spoiled” and cannot be tabulated. Ballots containing verified voter signatures and bipartisan initials are tabulated. “It’s a state law that any paper ballot must have the two bipartisan initials on the back of the ballot. This includes paper mail-in ballots and the printed paper ballot at the poll,” Kilgore explained.

bonds. Hoehn moved the Board acknowledge receipt of the bids, and award the bid to Kieffer Brothers, the low bidder, pending review by Gray, City Attorney Beth Higgins, and the engineers. The motion carried unanimously. Bids were also opened, in the order received, on the NFPA Pumper Fire Apparatus. There was only one from Gerry’s Automotive LLC. at $285,300. Hoehn moved they acknowledge receipt of the bid and take it under advisement pending review of specs, and legal review. The motion carried unanimously. In department reports: • Dixon stated, since the last meeting,

there were 45 calls. Four were for fire calls and three were injury accidents. The remainder were medical runs. • Street Commissioner Max Dieterle said, since the last meeting, his crews worked 14 extra trash pick-ups generating $440; hauled 93 tons of trash to the landfill; and completed two work orders on yards that were in violation. He remarked that number is steadily coming down. • Gray reported, since the last meeting, his crews cleaned 8,513 feet of main and televised 2,087 feet with the special line camera. Curtis asked, “What did you find on tv?” Gray smiled and replied, “Lots of roots.”

‘City Council’ continued from Page A1 p.m. The route goes up Tenth Street to Main, then continues down Main to Water Street, and then Water to Walnut Street. All streets that cross Main from Tenth down to Water will need to be blocked. These closings were approved, as well as Water Street from Main to Walnut on December 10 for food trucks and a movie showing at 6 p.m. Hoehn asked, “What kind of entries do you want in the parade?” Redman replied, “Anything Christmas themed, especially with lights.” Mayor Curtis added, “decorated golf carts, too.” Hoehn asked if there will be a judging on the entries? Redman replied yes and added there will be a trophy as well. Fire Chief

Wes Dixon asked if they would have a Santa actually riding in the parade this year? Denning answered, “We hope to.” Hoehn asked if they have a rain date in case of inclement weather? Denning replied no and added they are hoping for good weather. Under Legals, bids submitted on the Water Street Lift Station Replacement were opened by Clerk-Treasurer Christi Sitzman in the order in which they were received. Blankenberger Brothers Inc., bid $1,812,919.75, Kieffer Bros. Construction Co., Inc, bid $1,522,578, and Deig Brothers Lumber & Construction bid $1,587,771. All three were accompanied by proper bid

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Legal Advertising Arrests October 24 Aden Hook - Mount Vernon - Warrant, Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Endangering a Person (petition to revoke) - PCS Christopher Sango - Evansville - Warrant, Theft (petition to revoke) - PCS Briana Ours - Mount Vernon - Warrant, Leaving the Scene of an Accident - PCS John Bollinger - Mount Vernon - Warrant - Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicate, Driving While Suspended (petition to revoke) - PCS October 25 Daniel Long - Evansville Warrant, Oﬃcial Misconduct, Battery (petition to revoke bond) - PCS October 26 Billy Osborne - New Harmony - Warrant, Pointing a

Firearm at Another, Carrying a Handgun Without a License (petition to revoke) - PCS Tyler Spaulding - Enﬁeld, Ill. - Domestic Battery, Domestic Battery in the Presence of a Child Less Than 16 Years Old - PCS David Jones - Evansville - Domestic Battery, Domestic Battery in the Presence of a Child Less Than 16 Years Old - PCS October 27 Justin Wallot - Cartdon Reckless Driving - ISP October 28 Nicholas Goldman - Chandler - Warrant, Possession of a Controlled Substance (petition to revoke) - PCS Jack Vickers - New Harmony - Warrant, Stalking x 2 - PCS David Hilderbrandt - Evansville - Domestic Battery, In-

timidation - MVPD October 29 Lucas Chumbley - Mount Vernon - Criminal Trespass, Residential Entry, Theft, Criminal Mischief - MVPD Blake Meeker - Mount Vernon - Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Syringe - MVPD Trevor Grant - Evansville - Operating a Vehicle with an ACE of .15 or More, Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated - PCS October 30 Steven Moye - Mount Vernon - Driving Without Ever Obtaining a License - PCS April Amos - Mount Vernon - Driving Without Ever Obtaining a License - MVPD November 1 Kayla McCoy - Louisville, Ky. - Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Mar-

2022-333 PUBLIC NOTICE Dugger Oil, LLC, 113 W. Sycamore Street, Grayville, Illinois, 62844 will submit to the Division of Oil and Gas a request to covert an existing well to a Class II Enhanced Recovery well being used for the injection of produced brine. This well is located in Section 33, Township 5 South, Range 13 West, Posey County, Indiana. The subject well, Proctor & Frederick #2, permit #43743 will be injecting fluid into the Cypress Sandstone within the depth interval of 2567 feet to 2586 feet at a maximum injection pressure rate not to exceed 900 pounds per spare inch. The maximum injection rate for this well will not exceed 200 barrels per day. Written comments and objections, a request for a copy of this application or a request for an informal hearing concerning this application must be submitted to the Division of Oil and Gas within 15 days from the publication date of this notice and should be mailed to: Division of Oil and Natural Gas Department of Natural Resources Attn: Technical Section 402 W. Washington St., Room 293 Indianapolis, IN 46204-2748 Published in the Posey County News on November 8, 2022 - hspaxlp 2022-331 NOTICE OF UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION A.D. No. 65C01-2210-EU-000064 IN THE POSEY CIRCUIT COURT IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ) GREGORY T. GOEBEL, DECEASED ) Notice is hereby given that was on the 27th day of October, 2022, appointed as Personal Representative of the estate of Gregory T. Goebel, deceased, who died on the 3rd day of October, 2022. All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file the claim in the office of the Clerk of this Court within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or within nine (9) months after the decedent’s death whichever is earlier, or the claims will be forever barred. Dated at Mt. Vernon, Indiana, this 3lst day of October, 2022. Kay Kilgore, Clerk Posey Circuit Court By Donna Curtis Deputy David K. Robinson BARBER & BARBER, LLP 124 SE First Street, Suite 101 Evansville, IN 47708 Phone: (812) 425-9211 Attorney for Personal Representative Published in the Posey County News on November 8, November 15, 2022 - hspaxlp 2022-326 STATE OF INDIANA COUNTY OF POSEY

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IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF TYRONE H. BUTLER, DECEASED NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION IN THE POSEY CIRCUIT COURT OF POSEY COUNTY, INDIANA Notice is hereby given that Gloria A. Butler was, on the 13th day of September, 2022 appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Tyrone H. Butler, who died on the 19th day of July, 2021. All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file the claim in the office of the Clerk of this Court within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice or within nine (9) months after the decedent’s death, whichever is earlier, or the claims will be forever barred. Dated this 14th day of October, 2022. Kay Kilgore Clerk of the Posey Circuit Court Beth McFadin Higgins (IN#11615-65) ATTORNEY FOR THE ESTATE McFadin Higgins & Folz, LLP 227 Main Street, Mount Vernon, Indiana 47620 Telephone: (812) 838-9720 bethmh@mhfmvlaw.com Published in the Posey County News on November 1, November 8, 2022 - hspaxlp

ijuana - ISP Complaints October 24 8:32 a.m. - Criminal Mischief - Request an officer to meet with him reference graffiti spray painted on the sidewalks. Saint Matthew’s advised they have graffiti as well - Riverfront, Mount Vernon 8:57 a.m. - Criminal Mischief - Has graffiti damage on windows between church and convent - Walnut Street, Mount Vernon 2:26 p.m. - Message - Caller advised female subject has been stalking her - Walnut Street, Mount Vernon 5:06 p.m. - Suspicious - Advised a lady is outside neighbor’s house, yelling at neighbor who is inside. Advised that lady is acting crazy - Third Street, Mount Vernon 9:20 p.m. - General Complaint - Female advised hus2022-322 STATE OF INDIANA COUNTY OF POSEY IN RE CHANGE OF NAME OF MINOR Layla Jo Beck Emily Husk PETITIONER

band wouldn’t let her out of the house. Then advised he was walking away and set down phone - Elm Street, Mount Vernon October 25 6:20 a.m. - Attempted Breaking and Entering - Caller has video of female trying to get into residence - Gingham Way, Mount Vernon 8:30 p.m. - Threatening Advised neighbor threatened to shoot caller through the wall - Jeﬀerson Drive, Mount Vernon October 26 8:40 a.m. - Repossession - 2011 Jeep Patriot. Owner is not aware - Lee Drive, Mount Vernon 11:13 a.m. - Theft - Meet with caller reference items stolen from his house over the weekend - Main Street, Griﬃn 12:40 p.m. - Suspicious Advised male subject is parked ) ) SS: ) ) ) ) )

in front of caller’s mailbox and is walking the neighborhood. Advised that his lunchbox and a sweatshirt on her table on her back patio. Caller believes he should not be in the area Cheshire Drive, Mount Vernon 1:40 p.m. - Threatening Reference her sister posting threatening messages to her online. Ongoing issue - Briar Ridge Road, Wadesville 5:24 p.m. - Domestic Violence - Caller advised his step-kids just tore up his yard and drove away - Ryan Lane, Evansville 6:01 p.m. - Disturbing the Peace - A male subject was causing a problem but is not there now at this time. Motel staﬀ advised video footage was available - William Keck Bypass, Mount Vernon 7:54 p.m. - Theft-Automo-

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IN THE POSEY CIRCUIT COURT CAUSE No. 65C01-2210-MI-000391

NOTICE OF HEARING Notice is hereby given that Petitioner Emily Husk, pro se filed a Verified Petition for Change of Name of Minor to change the name of minor child from Layla Jo Beck to Layla Jo Husk. The petition is scheduled for hearing in the Posey Circuit Court on December 12, 2022, at 8:30 a.m., which is more than thirty (30) days after the third notice of publication. Any person has the right to appear at the hearing and to file written objections on or before the hearing date. The parties shall report to Posey Circuit Court, 300 Main Street, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620 Dated: 10-18-22 Kay Kilgore Clerk of Circuit Court Published in the Posey County News on October 25, November 1, November 8, 2022 - hspaxlp 2022-332 SECTION 7.5 FORM FOUR: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON SUBDIVISION PLAT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE POSEY COUNTY AREA PLAN COMMISSION,ON THE 8TH DAY OF DECEMBER, 2022, AT 6:00 PM AT THE HOVEY HOUSE, 330 WALNUT STREET, MT. VERNON, INDIANA, WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON A REQUEST BY STEVEN A. KOESTER & BRIDGET M. KOESTER AND DAVID W. KOESTER & MELISSA A. KOESTER FOR PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF SBDM KOESTER MINOR SUBDIVISION. SAID SUBDIVISION INVOLVES THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE IN ROBINSON TOWNSHIP, LOCATED AT BLAKE ROAD, WADESVILLE, INDIANA, TO WIT: LEGAL DESCRIPTION (4.00 ACRES): Part of the Southeast Quarter (SE 1/4) of the Northwest Quarter (NW 1/4) of Section Eleven (11), Township Five (5) South, Range Twelve (12) West, Robinson Township, Posey County, Indiana and more particularly described as follows: Commencing at a nail found marking the Southeast Corner of said quarter quarter section; thence along the south line of said quarter quarter section North 88 degrees 45 minutes 12 seconds West 515.55 feet to a mag nail found marking the initial point of beginning of the following described real estate; thence continue along said south line North 88 degrees 45 minutes 12 seconds West 369.45 to a mag nail found; thence North 01 degrees 45 minutes 39 seconds East 9.70 feet to a mag nail found in the center of Blake Road; thence along said road the following courses and distances: North 83 degrees 30 minutes 14 seconds West 17.74 feet; thence North 81 degrees 49 minutes 38 seconds West 18.32 feet; thence North 79 degrees 59 minutes 28 seconds West 41.16 feet; thence North 78 degrees 48 minutes 26 seconds West 40.78 feet; thence North 75 degrees 00 minutes 46 seconds West 42.76 feet; thence North 71 degrees 32 minutes 27 seconds West 39.51 feet; thence North 69 degrees 11 minutes 25 seconds West 166.67 feet to a mag nail set; thence leaving the center of said road North 67 degrees 19 minutes 11 seconds East 790.27 feet to a 5/8 inch iron pin with cap inscribed “Fred Kuester IN RLS S0137” found; thence South 01 degrees 14 minutes 48 seconds West 425.01 feet to the point of beginning. CONTAINING 4.00 ACRES, MORE OR LESS. Subject to all legal rights-of-way and/or easements. Written suggestions or objections to the provisions of said request may be filed with the Secretary of the Area Plan Commission at or before such meeting and will be heard by the Posey County Area Plan Commission at the time and place specified. Said hearing may be continued from time to time as may be necessary. Interested persons desiring to present their views on the said request, either in writing or verbally, will be given the opportunity to be heard at the above mentioned time and place. AREA PLAN COMMISSION OF POSEY COUNTY, INDIANA BY: MARK SEIB (President) Published in the Posey County News on November 8, 2022 - hspaxlp 2022-330 CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, IN UNSAFE BUILDING ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITY SHERRY WILLIS, UNSAFE BUILDING ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITY 520 MAIN STREET MT. VERNON, IN 47620 812-838-5576 November 1, 2022 Trishana D. Wheeler Paula Roddatz 700 Goad Cemetery Road 1096 W. Decatur Street,Apt.25 New Harmony, IN 47631 Decatur, IL 62522 TO: Paul G. Coan, Estate of Paul G. Coan, the unknown heirs assigns, and successors in Interest to Paul G. Coan

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COUNTY OF POSEY CAUSE NO. 65D01-2205-PL-000184 STATE OF INDIANA, Plaintiff, ) v. ) CAROLE S. HOOK; CITICORP TRUST BANK, ) FSB; and POSEY COUNTY, INDIANA; ) Defendants. ) NOTICE OF SUIT WITH SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION Pursuant to a Praecipe for Summons by Publication filed by the Plaintiff, State of Indiana, in the above-captioned cause of action, you are hereby notified that a Complaint for Appropriation of Real Estate has been filed in the Posey County Superior Court, Cause Number 65D01-2205-PL-000184, regarding an action to acquire real estate by eminent domain, said real estate more particularly described in the attached Exhibit A (the “Real Estate”). The above-named Defendants, CAROLE S. HOOK and CITICORP TRUST BANK, FSB, may claim an interest in the Real Estate, described in the attached Exhibit A. The name and address of the attorneys representing the Plaintiff is Domonic S. Dreyer and Michelle L. Kossmann, Office of the Indiana Attorney General, 302 West Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204; Telephone (317) 234-2339. You are a party to said suit and you must respond to said suit on or before the expiration of thirty (30) days from the date that the third notice of suit is published, or judgment by default may be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint for Appropriation of Real Estate, and any interest you may have in the above-described Real Estate may be terminated. Dated at Mount Vernon, Indiana, the 21 day of OCT., 2022. Kay Kilgore Clerk of Posey County Superior Court Sheryl Seifert, Deputy 65D01-2205-PL-000184 Posey Superior Court EXHIBIT “A” Project: 1601062 Sheet 1 of 1 Code: 7164 Parcel: 22 Fee Simple Key No.: 65-22-11-431-019000-015 A part of Lot 42 in the Original Plat of the Town of Cynthiana, the plat of which is recorded in Record A, page 280, in the Office of the Recorder of Posey County, Indiana, and being that part of the grantor’s land lying within the right of way lines depicted on the attached Right of Way Parcel Plat, marked EXHIBIT “B”, described as follows: Beginning at the southeast comer of said lot; thence South 89 degrees 53 minutes 53 seconds West 3.50 feet along the south line of said lot to point “109” designated on said parcel plat; thence North 0 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds West 90.00 feet to the north line of the grantor’s land; thence North 89 degrees 53 minutes 53 seconds East 3.50 feet along said north line to the east line of said lot and the northeast corner of the grantor’s land; thence South 0 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds East 90.00 feet along said east line to the point of beginning and containing 315 square feet, more or less. EXHIBIT “A” Project: 1601062 Sheet 1 of 1 Code: 7164 Parcel: 22A Temporary R/W for Grading & Sidewalk Reconstr. A part of Lot 42 in the Original Plat of the Town of Cynthiana, the plat of which is recorded in Record A, page 280, in the Office of the Recorder of Posey County, Indiana, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the south line of said lot South 89 degrees 53 minutes 53 seconds West 3.50 feet from the southeast corner of said lot; thence South 89 degrees 53 minutes 53 seconds West 10.00 feet along said south line; thence North 0 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds West 48.10 feet; thence South 89 degrees 39 minutes 42 seconds West 1.00 feet; thence North 0 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds West 41.90 feet to the north line of the grantor’s land; thence North 89 degrees 53 minutes 53 seconds East 11.00 feet along said north line; thence South 0 degrees 20 minutes 18 seconds East 90.00 feet to the point of beginning and containing 942 square feet, more or less. This description was prepared for the Indiana Department of Transportation on the 15th of September, 2020 by Brian L. Haggard Indiana Registered Surveyor License Number 29800001 Published in the Posey County News on November 1, November 8, November 15,2022 - hspaxlp

RE: Unsafe Building Notice for the Property located 925 Lower New Harmony Road, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620 Parcel #65-27-05-344-002.000-018 This letter is concerning the structure on the above parcel of real estate located in Mt. Vernon, IN. The structure located on the above property has been determined to be an unsafe building. The condition of the building also contributes to blight and decrease in property values in the neighborhood. Attached is a list of violations which exist on this building. This Notice requires that you: 1. bring the structures up to code and correct all violations noted; or 2. remove the structures within 30 days from the date of this letter. If you fail to take the action required above within the specified time period, the City will take further action which will involve a hearing before the Building Hearing Officer. City ordinances and State statutes also provide for fines, costs and liens in the event violations are found to exist. If you have questions, please call me at the number listed above. Sincerely, Sherry Willis Unsafe Building Enforcement Authority cc: City Attorney 925 Lower New Harmony Road Violations: Unsafe Building –IN Code 36-7-9-4(a)(4) A public nuisance Ordinance 2013-13 Local Property Maintenance Code for Exterior Maintenance of Residential and Commercial Buildings Item #5 Accessory Structures – All accessory structures on premises shall be maintained in compliance with all Property Maintenance Codes. Item #9 General Exterior Condition – The exterior of a structure shall be maintained in good repair, structurally sound and sanitary so as not to pose a threat to the public health or, safety, welfare, or be a public nuisance. All exterior walls shall be free from holes, breaks, and loose or rotting materials; and maintained weatherproof and properly surfacecoated where required to prevent deterioration. Item# 10 Protective Treatment – All exterior surfaces including, but not limited to doors, door and window frames, cornices, porches, trim, balconies, decks, and fences shall be maintained in good condition. Exterior wood surfaces, other than decay-resistant woods, shall be protected from the elements and decay by painting or other protective covering or treatment. Peeling, flaking and chipped paint shall be eliminated and surfaces repainted. All siding and masonry joints as well as those between the building envelope and the perimeter of windows, doors, and skylights shall be maintained weather-resistant and watertight. Item #12 Foundation Walls – All foundation walls shall be maintained plumb and free from open cracks and breaks and shall be kept in such condition so as to prevent the entry of rodents and unwanted animals. Item#13 Roofs and Drainage – The roof and flashing shall be sound and tight and not have defects that admit rain. Roofing shall be installed as designed by its manufacturer. Roof drainage shall be adequate to prevent dampness or deterioration in the walls or interior portion of the structure. Every structure shall have adequate gutters and downspouts in sound condition maintained in good repair to divert normal rainwater from the roof to an available storm sewer or to other areas on the premises, not including a sanitary sewer, where dispersal of water will not adversely affect the foundation of any structure and will not cause a public hazard. If there is no storm sewer available, the downspouts shall terminate above grade with a diverter and splash block to direct water away from the foundation of any structure, and in a manner that will not cause a public hazard. Item #20 Posting of Street Numbers – To enhance response for emergency services, it shall be the Responsibility of every property owner, trustee, agent, and occupant of every structure (residential or commercial )to post or maintain address numbers at all times. Each structure to which a street number has been assigned shall have such number displayed on the front of the structure or on a mailbox located on the same lot and readable from the public right-of-way at all times, from either direction. All numbers shall be Arabic numerals equivalent) at least three inches (76mm) in height and a minimum of one-half-inch (13mm) stroke, and shall be a contrasting color from it’s background. If the structure is fifty feet or more from the public roadway, the number must be at the entrance to a driveway accessing the structure and again on the structure if the driveway provides access to multiple structures. An addition, multiple-unit structure must display the building number in such a manner to clearly identify each unit. Published in the Posey County News on November 8, November 15, November 22, 2022 - hspaxlp

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Advisors with Posey roots open Management Group Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) announced today that Jim Back, CFP, and Daniel Schweikhart will lead a new independent, locally-owned-and-operated financial planning and investment firm in Evansville. The firm is called Riverside Capital Management Group (Riverside CMG). Riverside CMG’s work focuses on providing investment management and financial planning for families. “I am used to helping my clients achieve their dreams,” said Back. “Today, I’m realizing one of my own as I bring to life my vision for serving my clients.” Together, Back and Schweikhart have more than 25 years of financial experience. Back is a 17-year veteran in the financial planning industry and a Certified Financial Planner. Schweikhart is a Marine veteran with experience in both community banking and financial planning. Together, they will lead a staff of five. “As we looked at the landscape of financial advising in our area, we saw a need for a more focused, specialized approach that puts longterm relationships front and center,” said Back.

“That’s what we intend to do at Riverside CMG.” “We are looking forward to providing a more personalized experience for our clients by having the freedom and expertise to tailor our support to meet their financial goals,” said Schweikhart. Riverside CMG has opened its doors in a historic building along Riverside Drive. That building forms one of the gateways to Evansville’s downtown. “For years, Jim Back has contributed to making Downtown Evansville and the region a more vibrant place, ‘’ said Josh Armstrong, President of the Downtown Evansville EID. “We are happy to hear of his new effort, Riverside CMG, and we are especially pleased to know that his firm will remain in its historic building in Downtown Evansville.” As part of its work, Riverside CMG will also focus on giving back to the community by providing Pro Bono education on basic financial literacy and budgeting. To learn more about Riverside CMG, please visit www.RiversideCMG.com

Daniel Schweikhart is a native of Evansville and a graduate of the University of Southern Indiana. He served as a Marine infantryman in Afghanistan and in the Pacific Command. He resides on Evansville’s Westside with his wife, Mallory, and his two sons.

Jim Back is a 17-year veteran in the financial planning industry. A graduate of the University of Southern Indiana, Back became a Certified Financial Planner CFP® in 2018. He resides in the Saint Joseph community with his wife, Amy, and their four children.

Court News continued bile - Caller advised his father’s truck is parked on the property and he believes the truck to be stolen by the way he has been acting - Denzer Road, Evansville October 27 7:41 a.m. - Threatening two males on bicycles that

were threatening caller and stating they would be waiting at the corner to jump caller’s husband - Eighth/James Street, Mount Vernon 11:02 a.m. - Message - Was advised that her mom let a lady in the residence last night stating a male threw her out of the

car - Middle Mount Vernon Road, Mount Vernon 3:34 p.m. - Breaking and Entering - Front door has been kicked in. Items in bedroom have been moved around Fourth Street, Mount Vernon October 28 11:31 a.m. - Citizen Dispute

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- Advised male subject came down the street and said the white trash is ﬁnally moving out - South Street, New Harmony 1:27 p.m. - Family Fight Caller advised her boyfriend pushed her son and she is trying to leave to get to another location. While on the telephone, male subject started chasing her in a black Dodge Journey. 1:34 p.m. - Male subject called, advised girlfriend hit him in the face. Male is upset and stated that no one ever does anything, not make a report and don’t send them to the house - Lang Road, New Harmony 6:44 p.m. - Suspicious - Beige Khaki pants, dark pullover jacket, blonde white male. Female walked into store and advised she had been kidnapped. Manager was talking to her when a male came in. Unknown where female went. Male spoke to manager, is unknown where he went or vehicle description - Southwind Plaza, Mount Vernon October 29 5:46 a.m. - Theft - White, 2016 Chevy Travers. Husband is driving it - Second Street, Mount Vernon 1:55 p.m. - Repossession - 2014 Ford Edge, burgundy. Owner is not aware - Elk Trail, Evansville 6:07 p.m. - Criminal Mischief - Caller advised he has some kids on camera messing around his trailer. Advised he left for a short time and when he came back he advised there was water everywhere. Be-

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lieves they have ripped out his plumbing - Deer Run, Evansville 11:40 p.m. - Vandalism Caller advised her rose bushes have been run over by a car. There is a vehicle parked in front of residence—College Avenue, Mount Vernon October 30 8:14 a.m. - Citizen Dispute - Caller advised he has someone there putting in cable at his residence and his neighbor is throwing a ﬁt - Thomas Drive, Evansville 10:08 a.m. - Vandalism Meet with caller reference link in chain and cell tower cite vandalized - Saint Wendel Cynthiana Road, Poseyville 2:16 p.m. - Theft - Meet caller reference his tools were stolen - Lang Road, New Harmony 3:13 p.m. - Domestic Violence - Male and female ﬁghting. Advised female tried to lock herself in there and the male pushed his way in Fourth Street, Mount Vernon 6:52 p.m. - Breaking and Entering - Caller just got back and noticed back glass at back door busted out. Lunchbox gone through - Fourth Street, Mount Vernon 7:23 p.m. - Domestic Violence - Boyfriend is extremely intoxicated, has been abusive. Has been drinking for a few days. Caller was thrown downstairs today and choked yesterday. Throat is very sore Brandt Road, Wadesville 11:40 p.m. - Theft - 800 MHZ radio stolen - Saint Phillips Road, Evansville

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October 31 8:14 a.m. - Harassment Caller advised she heard people talking on the other side of the fence, that have followed her for a long time. They stated that they’ve planted some sort of transmitting device - Fourth Street, Mount Vernon 12:39 p.m. - Theft - Advised a jar of quarters stolen from elderly father’s home - Ford Road, Mount Vernon 1:39 p.m. - Domestic Violence - Boyfriend is breaking out windows - Deer Run, Evansville 2:06 p.m. - Theft - Male and female subjects allegedly stole the numbers from his food stamp card - Main Street, Mount Vernon 4:28 p.m. - Message - Advised being extorted by a previous girlfriend who has pictures of caller. Advised that she is threatening to show caller’s family unless she gets money I-64, Griﬃn 5:57 p.m. - Vandalism Mailbox was knocked down North Street, Cynthiana 8:13 p.m. - Disturbing the Peace - Caller advised that a white Tahoe with kids is driving through Country Club causing issues. They are running up and beating on people’s doors and running away, yelling profanities out the window of the vehicle - Country Club Estates, Mount Vernon Probate David Lyke John Wiggins Daryl Weis Stephen Mathew Lawrence King

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United Way of Posey County’s celebrates Day of Caring Special to the News The United Way of Posey County just completed its 7th annual Day of Caring event this past Friday, September 23rd with 310 volunteers completing 46 projects across Posey County, which was generously sponsored by SABIC. Dan Ritter, Chair of the event, commented on the Day of Caring. “We had an outstanding number of volunteers on such a beautiful day, making a huge impact on our community. The Day of Caring is a great example of how the United Way not only raises funds, but also brings together volunteers focused on making a difference.” Teams involved in the event were Qualex, AztraZenca, Infinity Molding, CenterPoint and the CenterPoint AB Brown Plant, CGB, Apex Engineering, GAF, Valero, Brands Safeway, Nix’s, BWXT, two Mount Vernon High School student teams, Bankers team (members of United Fidelity Bank,

Fifth Third, Crane), North Posey High School students, New Harmony Garden Club, MV Master Garden Club, the Mayor of MV, 11 SABIC teams and a SABIC retirees’ group. To start the day breakfast was sponsored by McDonalds and Subway and delivered by United Way of Posey County staff and board members. Keely Winiger, Executive Director also commented. “One of the key themes of the United Way of Posey County is Local People helping Local People and the Day of Caring truly exemplifies this. We hope that this love of our Day of Caring spills over to our campaign. Financial support for our agencies needs to help our community is critical as well” This year’s campaign goal is $575,000. This campaign will support funding to: Albion Fellows Bacon Center, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boy Scouts of America Buffalo Trace Council, Catholic Charities, Children’s Learning Center,

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Apex Engineering employees recently donated their time and skills to join in the United Way’s seventh year of Day of Caring. Pictured, left to right, are Derek Latshaw, Philip McDonald, Jeﬀ West, Steve Spahn, Scott Keller, and Mike Huss. Photo by Dave Pearce Christian Church Day Care tion, Posey County Council dren and mental health issues. Mount Vernon. During the Center, Community Emer- on Aging, American Red If you would like to sup- next several months United gency Assistance, Easterseals Cross - Posey County, Sal- port the United Way of Posey Way of Posey County will Rehabilitation Center, Eas- vation Army, and Willow County you can donate online also be selling half pot tickets terseals Rehabilitation Center Tree of Posey County, and a at www.unitedwayposey. for $5 to help with the cam– Posey County, Family Mat- new program with NewLife, org, call the office at 812- paign. Winiger commented, ters, Lampion Center, New which is a program that will 838-3637, or visit the office “help us, help our agencies, Harmony Ministry Associa- work with animals and chil- at 215 S. Kimball Street in help our community today.”

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Mommy and Me Consignment open now in Mount Vernon By Pam Robinson Like mother, like daughter, Mommy and Me Consignment continues a tradition for owner and operator, Briana Cook. Located at 128 W. Third Street in Mount Vernon, the specialty consignment shop brings special memories to Briana of a similar shop her mother, Donna Dixon of Mount Vernon, owned and operated in Illinois, Briana’s home state. “When I was a child, my mom had a consignment store in Illinois. I grew up in that,” Briana recalls. “It’s something that’s been on my heart.” Likewise, the 33-year-old mother of two appreciates the opportunity to keep her girls, Laurel, age two, and Everlee, age 4, by her side. Laurel and Everlee can play, nap, watch educational and entertaining DVDs, and snack in the gated back room of Mommy and Me Consignment. Or they can help their mom greet customers. A budding journalist, Everlee may even take notes of your conversations. Closed on Wednesdays and Sundays, Mommy and Me Consignment has been open since September 2. Store hours are Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., extended hours on Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The store offers maternity and nursing clothing and merchandise for women, and it offers children’s clothing for preemies to juniors. Brands include the popular Children’s Place and Carter’s

labels and such boutique labels as Mudpie and Pete and Lucy. In addition, Mommy and Me Consignment stocks shoes, baby gear (i.e., swings and bouncies), furniture (i.e., cribs), books, bedroom decor, bedding, and toys. Racks and shelves are neat and orderly and are comfortably spaced for navigation throughout the store. A restroom that doubles as a dressing room is available for customers. Consignors may drop off up to two totes of merchandise any time during store hours. No appointment is necessary. Briana hopes to expand to take in more women’s clothing within a year. Consignors sign a 90-day contract, and Briana splits sales with them, 50/50. Briana and her husband, Scott Cook, have lived in Mount Vernon for four years now. They spend a lot of time with their family and their church family. Briana co-teaches the first, second, and third grade Sunday school class at Faithway Baptist Church in Evansville. An employee of Astra Zeneca, Scott serves the church as an usher and as security. For up-to-date information about Mommy and Me Consignment, readers may visit the Facebook page—“Mommy Me Consignment.” Or they may call Briana on the store phone, 812-3071105. The shopping experience is sure to be a delight for all ages. Mommy and Me Consignment will bring joy to Mommy and all her children.

Briana Cook, owner and operator of Mommy and Me Consignment, pauses for a moment in the specialty store to pose with her daughter, Everlee (age 4). Daughter Laurel (age 2) was unavailable for the photo. Mommy and Me Consignment opened September 2 at 128 West Third Street in Mount Vernon. The store consigns clothing and merchandise for maternity and nursing along with children’s clothing and merchandise. Photo by Pam Robinson

Superintendent turns student as he earns Doctorate

Michael Galvin with daughter Ella and wife Varbi. By Lois Mittino Gray North Posey School Superintendent Michael Gal-

vin finally did it and what an early Christmas present it is. After ten years spent

pursuing his Educational Leadership Doctorate, he will receive his doctoral diploma on December 9 from Western Kentucky University. He has already defended his dissertation before a review panel and received the certification which entitles him to be called “Dr. Galvin.” “This took me a decade to do, with getting a new job, moving the family here, COVID, and family obligations keeping me busy. But I knew it was a goal to strive for as it’s the American Dream. I’m the first person in my family to go to college and get a higher education and my parents

and family are so proud,” the tyro Galvin commented. Galvin has spent almost thirty years in education serving as a teacher, principal, university professor, and educational consultant. He began his teaching career in the Evansville-Vanderburgh School Corporation as an eighth grade reading teacher within an inner-city school. After eight years teaching in second, fourth, seventh, and eighth grade positions, he took the position as the Principal of Fort Branch Community School in the South Gibson School Corporation. In 2016, Mr. Galvin accepted the Superintendent position at Twin

Lakes School Corporation. In August 2020, Mr. Galvin accepted the Interim Assistant Superintendent position at the Metropolitan School District of North Posey returning him home to his southern Indiana roots. He transitioned into the Superintendent position on March 1, 2021. Galvin earned his Bachelor and Masters degree from the University of Southern Indiana. He also received his principal licensure through Indiana State University and his Superintendent licensure at Western Kentucky University. His past leadership accomplishments include:

Executive Board Member of the Indiana Association of School Principals, Indiana Association of School Principals’ District Eleven President, Member of Indiana Association of School Business Officials. He was selected the 2006 Indiana Association of School Principals’ District Eleven Middle School Principal. He has become involved in the Indiana Association of School Superintendents and many other local and state organizations since moving here. Galvin’s family includes his wife of twenty-eight years, Varbi and their four children; Michaiah, Ella, Jedidiah, and Ezekiel.

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Fine Viking season ends in sectional title contest, 35-0 By Dave Pearce It wasn’t really a problem moving the ball up and down the field. The North Posey Vikings made it pretty clear from the opening kick-off Friday night at the Reitz Bowl that they were going to run the ball at Mater Dei. The Vikings actually had more yards on the ground than the Mater Dei Wildcats (223 to 183). But the game came down to two other major components…the passing game (Mater Dei won 193-1) and the intangibles. Mater Dei used both those areas to defeat North Posey 35-0 and keep their sectional championship streak alive. The score was not at all indicative of the type of game it was. Early on, it appeared that the game would be close. The Vikings took the opening kick-off and the offensive line gave Jace Gaurer and Jed Galvin the space they needed to move the ball successfully. However, it seemed that each time the Vikings would gain some momentum, a penalty would put the Vikings against the wall and on a big field in a big city against a good team, the Vikings could never complete a drive. The threat of a Jackson Graff big play on offense or defense was taken out of the equation as the talented junior finished the season on the sidelines with a concussion. Back-up quarterback Brandt Oakley also missed the second half of the season following knee surgery. The teams took turns with the ball until Mater Dei’s senior quarterback Mason Wunderlich connected with Blake Herdes for a 31-yard touchdown with just over two minutes remaining in the opening period to take the early 7-0 lead. But again, the Vikings appeared poised to answer. They drove the ball again in between the red zones but again, each time the Vikings appeared ready to answer, they would shoot themselves in the foot. Neither team scored until there were 15 seconds remaining in the half. After Ty Mauck had intercepted a tipped pass deep inside North Posey territory, the Vikings once again looked like they could be resilient. But once again, a bad series led to an eventual turnover on downs. Mauck’s interception came on the North Posey 22 and quarterback Liam Stone and

his backfield steadily moved the ball. On third-and-2 from the 30, Stone got three yards to move the chains. Galvin found the way outside on a defense that was designed to keep him inside and he picked up nine yards on first down. Gauer picked up nine on second down and the Vikings were near mid-field. With about four minutes remaining, on second-and-2, Stone picked up two tough yards. But a false start put the Vikings in another hole and they faced third-and-13. After a time out, a designed run for Stone netted the Vikings 11 yards and with 2:43 remaining in the half, the Wildcats took a time out. Coming out of the time out and facing fourth and two, the Vikings had decided to pick of the first down. Stone took the snap and despite having time, could not find an open receiver. He finally was forced out of bounds and the Wildcats took over near midfield with 2:43 remaining. And here’s where the intangibles took over. The Wildcats were playing at home in front of a nice crowd in a situation they are very familiar with. They smelled the blood from the recent wound and the intensity level Above, Jed Galvin gets a rare opportunity to get outside and pick up yardage during picked up. But still, it wasn’t easy. Friday night’s game at the Reitz Bowl against Mater Dei. Below, Jace Gauer attempts to Mater Dei took to the air and made their turn the corner under heavy traﬃc. Photos by Dave Pearce money on short and accurate passing. But once inside the 10, the Vikings showed character and grit as they managed to put a damper on the Mater Dei running attack. With Mater Dei facing third and one from the three and 35 seconds remaining, the Viking defense stuffed the Wildcat effort, following a Wildcat time out. Then facing fourth and one from the three, the Wildcats took another time out with 27 seconds remaining. The Wildcats got the first down out of the time out on a quarterback keeper but he was taken down at the one. But with 15 seconds remaining, Wunderlich was again called upon and his keeper gave Mater Dei the score and a 14-0 lead going into half-time. In the second half, Mater Dei received the opening kick-off and drove downfield with the drive culminating on a touchdown from St. Wendel School graduate Joey Pierre.

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Mount Vernon Marching Band season ends at semi state By Trisha L. Lopez The Mount Vernon Marching Wildcats wrapped up their fall competition season in the Indiana State School Music Association Open Class C Semi State on October 29 at Decatur Central High School.

“This year was great! What makes a marching band truly great is having a group of students that want to work towards a common goal and achieve at a high level and that is what we had this year,” said Noal McLimore, band director. “They bought into the show

very early on and that helped to connect them to what they were doing and created a drive in them to make it to the best show it could be. That is exactly what they did and they grew tremendously through the season as both musicians and as people.”

The Marching Wildcats competed in four regular season events. A silver finish at the ISSMA Regional at Center Grove High School advanced Mount Vernon to the ISS-

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Lady ‘Cats lose season opener on the road at Harrison By Trisha L. Lopez The Mount Vernon Lady Wildcats dropped their season opener at Evansville Harrison on Friday, 43-34. Mount Vernon kept pace with the Lady Warriors in the early going of Friday’s contest, but struggled in the second quarter and went into the break down 25-11. They battled through the second half, but couldn’t overcome the first half deficit. Coach Kendra Steinhart said she was pleased with her team’s performance in the second half and she’s hoping to see the hard work her girls put in over the summer payoff as the season unfolds. Senior Mallory Nurrenbern led the way with her first double double of the year. Nurrenbern had 19 points, 13 rebounds, six steals and two blocks. “We are expecting her to lead our team throughout the season,” Steinhart said. Junior Arlissa Sharber had nine points, three assists, three rebounds and three steals. Junior Cora Bell had four points, four rebounds, three assists and one steal. Junior Molly Jones had two points, five rebounds and two assists. Freshman Hannah McNeecehad one assist and one rebound.

Junior Ashley Lilleston had one rebound. Junior Abbey Ries had one assist and two rebounds. Mount Vernon’s junior varsity team trailed 6-5 after the opening quarter, but the Lady Cats entered the second period on a mission and went on a 6-0 to take an 11-6 lead into the half. A 22-point fourth quarter dominating performance gave the Cats a 44-11 victory. “I was very proud of the team effort from our JV to get a win to start the season,” Steinhart said. Freshman Kiara Shepherd led the team with 10 points, three rebounds and one steal. Freshman Hannah McNeece had six points, three assists and three rebounds. Freshman Abby Powell had five points, 11 rebounds and one steal. Freshman Lindsey Lilleston had five points, two rebounds and one assist. Other scorers were: sophomore Kyra Rainey, two points, two assists, six rebounds and two steals; sophomore Addison Chilton, two points, one rebound and one steal; sophomore Carmela Robles, two points and one steal; sophomore Olivia Robles, two points, one rebound and two steals; freshman Taylor Ellison, two points and one rebound; freshman Emily Jones, two points; and sophomore Chloe Swartz, two points, nine rebounds and one steal. Freshman Maiya Jones had two assists, two rebounds and two

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North Posey junior quarterback Liam Stone follows his blocks in attempting to pick up some hard-earned

That would be the only score of the third period as the Vikings were never really able to get untracked. Penalties seemed to come at the worst possible times. A big play that resulted in an 18-yard Viking pick-up was followed by a penalty for too many men on the field. That penalty was followed by a holding penalty. The Matthew Stump punt rolled dead inside the 10. But Mater Dei again would drive and the Vikings headed into the final period facing a 21-0 deficit with the Mater Dei Wildcats knocking on the door. With 9:15 remaining in the game, Pierre got his second touchdown of the game, this time from three yards out. With just under three minutes remaining, the Wildcats added a meaningless touchdown following a 40-yard yards during Friday night’s season-ending football game gain through the air. The Vikings enjoyed a for the Vikings. Photo by Dave Pearce

very good 9-3 season and will miss the leadership and experience of Reese Terhune and Alex Gammon. But the rest of the team will be back next season with another year of experience under their belts and they can hopefully remember what it is like to play on the big stage and under the city lights. Mater Dei players realize they must give all they have every play because there are no cupcakes on their schedule. Relaxation during any part of the season would likely mean a loss for the Wildcats while the Vikings were able to have some bad nights and still come out with the win this season, on talent alone. Stone led the team on the ground with 91 yards while Galvin had 83. Gauer finished with 32 and Kolton Gardner, the only Viking to catch a pass, finished with 17 yards on the ground.

High School Football Recap - Tuesday, November 8, 2022 By Chris Morlan Across the state of the Indiana, the Indiana High School Athletic Association football playoffs were in action last Friday evening with the sectional championships. There are six classes competing for a state championship. All regional championship games will be played on Friday, November 11. Semi-state matchups are scheduled for November 18-19. The State Finals will be played at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis with three games on Friday, November 25 and three games on Saturday, November 26 to determine a state champion for each of the six classes. IHSAA Sectional Championship Football Results from November 4, 2022

(Southwestern Indiana) Class 5A (Sectional 16) Castle 28, North 18: The Huskies led this matchup 18-14 at the half. Castle took over the game in the second half for the win. Quarterback Brayden Bishop threw three touchdowns for the Knights. Angelo St. Louis led North in rushing with 83 yards. Class 4A (Sectional 24) Evansville Memorial 33, Boonville 14: This was the Tigers ninth win in their last ten contests. Memorial running back Porter Rode ran for 132 yards with two touchdowns. Quarterback Matthew Fisher completed ten of his fourteen passes for 210 yards and a touchdown. Conner Ellspermann caught four passes for 119 yards

‘Wildcat band’ continued from Page B1 MA Semi-State. The Wildcats finished in third place at the Pride of Paoli Invitational on September 17 and the Evansville North Invitational on September 24. They finished sixth at the Evansville Central Invitational on September 10. McLimore’s 55 students were led by an “excellent senior class that definitely was a main contributing factor to the attitude of the band.” “They helped to push the rest of the band to achieve their potential while making it a welcome and fun environment,” McLimore said. Band members spent countless hours over

the course of the summer and fall preparing for their work at Mount Vernon varsity football games and competitions. McLimore said he is proud of the work his students put into the season. “My biggest point of pride this year was seeing the look on the students’ faces when they came off of the field at semi-finals knowing that they had given their best performance of the year. They knew they had done their best and, to me, that matters much more than trophies or accolades,” McLimore said. “They did what they set out to do… which was to be the best band they could be and they had fun doing it.”

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and a score. Clay Conner led Boonville with 151 passing yards along with a rushing touchdown. Class 3A (Sectional 30) Owen Valley 56, Pike Central 9: Brody Lester was involved in five of Owen Valley’s touchdowns scored. Lester threw three touchdown passes and two rushing scores. Owen Valley led this game from the kickoff. On top of the dominating performance by Owen Valley, Devon Lee returned a kickoff for 101-yards. Class 3A (Sectional 32) Southridge 42, Heritage Hills 14: Like many games this season, the Raiders controlled this game and were up by 35 points in the second half allowing the clock to continuously run. Reid Schroeder led Southridge in rushing with 138 yards and two touchdowns. Noah Wright had three catches for 115 yards and a touchdown for the Raiders. Class 2A (Sectional 37) Linton-Stockton 33, Sullivan 24: In the most exciting game in this area was this

matchup. Sullivan led 10-7 after one quarter. Linton-Stockton led at the half, then a minute into the third quarter, Sullivan regained the lead at 24-21. The Miners took over the game with two late touchdowns. Hunter Gennicks led Linton-Stockton with three rushing and one passing touchdowns. Class 2A (Sectional 40) Evansville Mater Dei 35, North Posey 7: The Wildcats moved their all-time win streak on the Vikings to 18 straight games. Mason Wunderlich had one touchdown pass and rushed for two other scores for Mater Dei. Joey Pierre carried the ball 17 times for 95 yards for the Wildcats. Viking quarterback Liam Stone led North Posey in rushing with 91 yards. Jed Galvin contributed 83 yards on the ground for the Vikings. Class 1A (Sectional 48) Providence 21, Tecumseh 7: Providence took an early 7-0 after one quarter, then led 14-7 at the half. In the second half, Providence scored another touchdown, and their defense made many Tecumseh stops. This was the Braves’ first loss of the season.

Taco Trivia event to help MVYB By Trisha L. Lopez Trivia aficionados will have the opportunity to put their skills to the test on Saturday at the second annual Tacos and Trivia fundraiser for the Wildcat Youth Basketball Association at the American Legion in Mount Vernon. Teams of up to six players are invited to join Mount Vernon Boys Basketball Coach Joe Newcomb and fellow Wildcat fans for dinner, games and prizes while supporting the WYBA at 6:30 p.m. “Trivia night was suggested by some of the moms who were trying to come up with a different kind of idea last year and I think we all loved the idea,” Newcomb

said. “It is something different that allows people to get together and have fun throughout the night while supporting our entire program. I am very thankful for all of the time our group of parents have put into it to help our boys program.” Last year’s event drew 100 participants and Newcomb said they’ve had 85 pre-register thus far this year. Newcomb said Tacos and Trivia is part of the team’s efforts to target areas of need that the group can help support through fundraisers and the annual youth tournament. “This past year allowed us to revamp our locker room, buy new varsity uniforms, purchase uniforms for our

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travel teams in grades three through six, pay for entry fees to three travel tournaments for each of the travel teams in grades three through eight and we have purchased portable goals that adjust so all of our kids have access to what they need anywhere in the district,” Newcomb said. Newcomb and the WYBA are working to “evolve and grow our youth program.” He said more than 130 boys in first through fifth grades are involved in the WYBA…a significant jump from previous years. The group had 75 kids at its four-day camp in June. The WYBA hosted 54 teams at its inaugural tournament in February. Mount Vernon’s eighth grade squad…now freshmen suiting up for the Wildcats…went 5-0 and won the eighth grade division. “We are also planning to get to the point of having a basketball team for each grade school in grades one through five next year with the help of some great dads and community members,” Newcomb said. The 2022-23 Mount Vernon boys basketball season will officially tip off on November 22 at Vincennes Rivet. Newcomb is starting his fourth season at the helm. The Cats are coming off back to back double digit win seasons for the first time in nearly a decade, including claiming the 2022 Carmi Invitational Tournament title. Newcomb is excited about what he has seen from his team in pre-season workouts this year. “I really like the kids we have and the work they have put into their games this (summer). I feel like we are a team that plays extremely hard and has an expectation to win each time we take the floor. That goes a long way,” Newcomb said. Newcomb said the doors will open on Saturday at 6 p.m. Pre-registration is still available. Checks may be mailed to WYBA at P.O. Box 195, Mount Vernon or payment may be made through Venmo @WBYAWILDCATS. Players may also pay at the door, but are encouraged to RSVP at newcombje@mvschool.org.

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Max Renshaw ends tennis career at North Posey on top

Finn Adams, of Castle, and Jaylen Mullen, of North Davies, join North Posey’s Max Renshaw, at right, and the three represented this part of the state in all-state matches over the weekend. By Chris Morlan Countless hours and dedication to anything you do will destine you to be the best. That is what North Posey senior Max Renshaw did in four years with the Viking tennis program. Renshaw recently ended his tennis career at North Posey but left the Vikings as the best tennis player to ever step foot on the court. In 2021, Max became the first player in North Posey history to selected to the AllState Singles Team. Not only did Max make the Second Team All-State in 2021. He accomplished the same honor for the second year in a row in 2022. This is a great accomplishment as only one of the best 31 players across the state to earn this spot. On top of being named to the All-State squads, Max was selected for the All-Dis-

trict #7 team for three straight seasons. District Seven is made up of 25 high schools in Southwestern Indiana and Max was ranked the number one tennis player this past fall. He made the All-Pocket Athletic Conference team all

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four years of his high school career. Max left North Posey with 73 career wins with 41 of those victories in the PAC. The last three seasons, Max has been undefeated in conference play. Last season, the

Viking tennis team finished with 11 wins and eight losses. In the PAC, North Posey had seven wins and five losses as a team for fifth place out of 13 schools. This season, Max was the singles sectional champion for the second straight year. At the Indiana High School Athletic Association regional at Bedford North Lawrence, Renshaw was eliminated in the semifinal round by Nicholas Shirley from Bloomington North in two sets. Max was undefeated going into this match at 20-0. Shirley finished the tournament as the state runner-up in singles play. During Renshaw’s junior year, he finished his season at the individual state finals tournament. Renshaw lost in the quarterfinals against Constantino Oberto from Culver Academies in two sets 6-4 and 6-2. Max end the season with a fifth-place finish in individual competition at the state level. Renshaw finished

with a season record of 22-2, winning 44 sets to only five lost. Renshaw has accomplished and advanced further than any singles tennis player that has ever played at North Posey. Not only is Max a great tennis player, but he is also a great student in classroom. Whatever direction

Max takes in his life, he will complete it in high standards and at the best. I want to thank Max for the joy in his accomplishments he has brought to North Posey. Max proved that hard work and dedication pay off. He leaves the North Posey tennis program as the best to ever wear a Viking uniform.

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