December 13, 2022 - The Posey Country News

APC Solar Conditions vote should end opposition lawsuits

By Trisha L. Lopez

Members of the Posey County Area Plan Commission approved a list of 28 conditions agreed upon by representatives of the Posey Solar Project and project remonstrators at Thursday’s meeting at the Hovey House.

The conditions…23 of which were included in the provisionally approved final development plan application in August…were the result of months of negotiations between both parties and cover areas of non-participating landowner concerns ranging from screening and setbacks to drainage and fire protection.

APC Attorney Trent Van Haaften told members that approval of the conditions would also lead to the end of the lawsuit filed by several project opponents in May 2021.

“As you are aware, a number of the remonstrators or landowners here in Posey County filed suit in regards to the process that was taking place in the middle of the ordinance that we went through. The remonstrators continued to have discussions with Posey Solar about additional conditions, whether or not they would enter into those, which you have been given,” Van Haaften told members. “There’s a lot of back and forth in regards to the development of all of the conditions.”

Van Haaften said he has received a few questions about the lawsuit.

“One of the agreements that Posey Solar and the remonstrators have entered into…if these conditions are approved they are dismissing that lawsuit, pursuant to a settlement agreement

Harris is new MV Director of Business and Technology

By Lois Mittino Gray

The Mount Vernon Board of School Trustees has made its decision on how to fill the big shoes Director of Business and Technology Loren Evans is leaving behind when he retires at the end of the school year. Board members named current Program Director Bo Harris to the administrative position at their December 5, meeting. The genial Harris beamed with pleasure as he was introduced to the audience.

Harris will begin his appointment as Director of Business and Technology on January 3, 2023 and it will be effective until June 30, 2023. After that date, his contract will be renewed at the same time as the other staff. The new director is a former Wildcat who graduated from Mount Vernon Senior High School in 2011. He graduated with a degree in Finance from the University of Evansville in 2015.

His experience working with numbers includes in the Treasury Department at CenterPoint Energy for six years out of college and a brief stint in Internal Audit for United Fidelity Bank. He was hired as Program Director for the MSD of Mount Vernon in May of 2021. The PD job entailed working with federal grants and

learning the role of Business Manager from the retiring Evans, so his confidence level is high taking over the job having such good mentorship. The tyro director is married to Destiney Harris and the couple has a daughter, Daisy, who will turn 2 on New Year’s Day. “We started dating in high school, so the school district has always had a special place in my heart!” Harris said with a shy smile.

One of the first fiscal projects Harris will have to oversee is spending on the bid accepted at the meeting from Sports Floors, Inc. in the amount of $154,779.07 to replace the high school main gym floor. Another bid was received from Cincinnati Floors in the amount of $228,296.00. “We were pleased the bid from Sports Floors, Inc. was lower than we anticipated. We thought it might come in over $200,000,” commented School Superintendent Matt Thompson.

The Tennessee firm will begin work ripping out the floor immediately after graduation in May. Workers will take the gym floor surface off and replace the maple wood all the way

reached between them,” Van Haaften said. “In one sense, this settlement, the release, is approval of these conditions. I can tell you if these are approved that lawsuit that was filed against us by list of Posey County landowners against the Posey County Commissioners and Area Plan Commission will be dismissed. No more.”

He explained that the lawsuit is not “costing the Posey County taxpayers a dime.”

“Posey County taxpayers are not contributing to any financial settlement of that particular lawsuit. The lawsuit is solely, in terms of any financial obligations, is between Posey Solar and the remonstrators…but there will also, I believe, be a contribution from the county’s insurance carrier, not from the taxpayers, but from the insurance carrier. This is how these types of suits

and even if you are involved in a car accident and sued for it, this is how it works. The county was sued. The county carries insurance for such a circumstance. Under that insurance policy, our insurance carrier has a duty to defend the county within a suit with certain circumstances. The county commissioners said ‘We’re going to turn this into our insurance for them to exercise their duty to defend,’” Van Haaften said.

Van Haaften said the insurance policy requires the county to pay a deductible “regardless…win, lose or draw.” He said legal fees were covered through the payments made to secure the county’s insurance policy deductible , not to individual lawyers.

Drug dealer faces 15-year term

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A Newburgh man will serve prison time for selling heroin and fentanyl in Posey County.

In the late afternoon hours of Thursday, December 8, Nicolas C. Alvarez, age 29, appeared in the Posey Circuit Court where he has sentenced by Judge Craig Goedde to 15 years in prison. A Posey County jury previously found Alvarez guilty of Dealing in a Narcotic Drug, a Level 3 Felony, after a two-day trial.

At trial, evidence was presented that Alvarez sold heroin to the same undercover confidential informant three times over a span of just 18 days in February and March of 2020. Further evidence showed that some of the heroin Alvarez provided to the informant contained fentanyl.

Alvarez was apprehended by the Posey County Drug Task Force in “Operation Aftershock,” an undercover drug

Fire female chief will lead NHVFD

By Lois Mittino Gray

“If you can see her, you can be her.” Jamie Hyatt thinks this phrase sums up her feelings about being a positive role model for young women in her non-traditional job as a volunteer firefighter. She was elected by her peers as the first female Fire Chief of the New Harmony Volunteer Fire Department at Thursday night’s meeting at the fire station. She will take over this position on January 1, 2023.

“I am excited to be the new Chief and I plan to work well on the crews with the guys we already have. I hope I can serve as an inspiration to young women that you can do what you want to do, if you are willing to put the work into it,” she said.

Jamie has put almost 20 of her 39 years in as a firefighter and EMT working hard for four different departments. A county native, she started with the Poseyville Fire Department after graduating as a North Posey Viking in 2001. From there, she joined the McCutchanville Fire Department when she moved to that area. She moved back to Posey County and joined the Wadesville Fire Department. In 2014, she moved to New Harmony and joined its cohort.

At New Harmony, she worked up the ranks from firefighter, to lieutenant, to captain, and two years ago, she became the Assistant Chief. “I never really thought of myself as being a pioneer in the field. I always had a desire to help people and I work well under pressure. I had friends in the volunteer fire department and saw them enjoying it. They asked me to check it out and I said ‘Sure’ and found out I really liked it,” she explained. “I like serving the community, and we have fun and great friendships. The firefighting is a little adrenalin rush. It was a good decision for me.”

Jamie is married to Pat Hyatt and she has four stepsons. “Interestingly all six of us are volunteer firefighters. Pat and I and two sons are with New Harmony and two of the other boys are with the Mount Vernon department,” she said.

Jamie has worked all kinds of situations, including some ‘significant’ car accidents, with her EMT training. She worked some bigger fires with other departments, but New Harmony also offers many challenging situations.

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Posey County Sheriff’s Office Detective Dustin Seitz and Posey County Prosecutor’s Office Investigator Kenneth Rose, both members of the Posey County Drug Task Force, provided testimony to the jury regarding the details of the undercover investigation. The jury heard evidence that the 8.6 grams of heroin sold by Alvarez amounts to approximately 86 uses of the drug by a typical user.

According to Indiana law, Alvarez faced a range of 3 to 16 years in prison at sentencing. Posey County Prosecutor Thomas Clowers

which concluded on June 29, 2020 with 20 total offenders charged with drug-related offenses. Alvarez was unable to be located on the day of the drug raid, but was later apprehended in Vanderburgh County in October 2020.

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Posey County Prosecutor Thomas Clowers, at left, smiles as Drug Task Force Director Kenneth Rose receives the award of Indiana Law Enforcement Distinguished Service this week in Indianapolis.

Jamie Hyatt stands next to one of the New Harmony Fire Department trucks shortly after being selected as the new fire chief. Photo by Dave Pearce

Santa came to visit the participants and spectators at the Mount Vernon Christmas on Main Street parade held Friday evening. Photo by Zach Straw

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Posey County Royalty smiles for the camera during the Christmas on Main Street Parade held Friday evening in Mount Vernon. Pictured are, in front, l to r: Olive Mueller and Karter Greene. In back, l to r: Kyra Rainey and Jenna Veatch. Photo by Zach Straw

Enjoying the donuts during Breakfast with Santa at 3 Chicks Fudgery in Mount Vernon on Saturday morning are, l to r: Laura Alexander, Michael Dabbs, Bekhem Wilson, Brittany Wilson, Rylan Woods, Zayden Woods, and Adrian Reinitz. Photo by Dave Pearce

Emrey Schenk, Elena Smith, Addison Nellis and Millie Schenk visited with Santa during the North Posey Girls Basketball game against Washington this week.

Photo by Dave Pearce

Jasper, Crosby and Sullivan Brauser told Santa what they wanted for Christmas on Saturday at the Mount Vernon Riverfront as part of Christmas on Main Street.

Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Alan Dale Ours, 81, of New Harmony, Ind., born January 8, 1941, to Floyd Macer Ours and Alvina Eloise (Steurer) Duncan in Saint John, Ind., passed away peacefully, Thursday, December 8, 2022 at his home in New Harmony, Ind., surrounded by his loving children.

Alan started out working at Bucyrus Erie until the plant relocated, at which time he began working at the family business, Commercial Landscaping until his retirement. He was a generous man who loved his family and cherished his small circle of close friends. He loved to joke with his family and made every holiday magical for his children. He was well-known around New Harmony to have the best garden, with many residents stopping by the house for free produce. Gardening was his favorite hobby, whom he shared many years with his buddy Steve Wildeman. Alan loved nature, especially his pet squirrel and deer, whom he fed daily. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, enjoying many out of town trips with his cousins Steve Money and the late Lloyd Ours. His favorite time, however, was spent with the love of his life, his late wife Nellie, whom he was married to for 56 years until her passing in February. The children can only imagine them together, once again, at their little love nest on Bonita Beach, drinking their coffee and watching the porpoise.

Surviving are his daughters: Teresa Eickhoff and Tonya (Carey Buchta) Hurshman; son: Troy (Kelsi) Ours; sister: Donna DeLong; grandchildren: Wesley (Kayla) Ours, Danielle (Cody) Black, Cali Ours, Sam (Ethan) Ours, Maddi (Autumn) Downing; greatgrandchildren: Riley Jo

Charles A. Brenner, 94, of Mount Vernon, passed away Thursday, December 8, 2022 at his home.

Charles was born in Mount Vernon, Ind., to the late Adolph and Alvera (Schutte) Brenner. Charles was a lifelong farmer and a member of Saint Matthew’s Catholic Church. He was a veteran of the United States Army serving during the Korean War; a member of VFW Post 1114, the Owls and the Eagles.

Surviving Charles are a daughter, Sheila (Bruce) Spaulding of Evansville; two sons, Mark (Becky) Brenner and Keith (Carrie) Brenner, both of Mount Vernon; sisters, Lou Ella Seiler, Avila Brenner and Patricia Orth; one brother, Paul Brenner; grandchildren, Matthew Brenner, Tiffany (Caleb) Harvey, Elizabeth Wallace, Michelle (Andy) Goebel, Kristina (Josh) Willis, Joshua (Amy) Brenner, Sam Spaulding and Anita Spaulding as well as twelve great grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Irene (Wolf) Brenner in 2016; by a brother, Norbert Brenner and by a grandson, Andrew Spaulding.

Ours, Ellie Faye Ours, Beckham Black, Kalem Cummings and Tre and Amiyah Schapker along with his lifelong friend: Jerry “Skutter” Aiken.

Preceding him in death were his parents; sweetheart: Nellie Faye (Villines) Ours; daughter: Tamara Ours and a great grandson: Bennett Black.

Funeral services were held 1 p.m., Monday, December 12, 2022, at the Werry Funeral Home in Poseyville, Ind., with burial to follow in Saint Paul’s UCC Church Cemetery in German Township, Evansville, Ind.

Visitation was held 10 a.m. until service time Monday, December 12, 2022, at the funeral home.

The family would like to thank Omni Hospice, especially nurse Derek, for the amazing care and compassion shown to our parents, and to Werry Funeral Home for treating our parents like family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, 3333 Burnet Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45229, in memory of Bennett Black or Harmonie State Park, 3451 Harmonie State Park Road, New Harmony, IN 47631.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family online at: www.werryfuneralhomes.com.

Michael D. Embrey

Michael D. Embrey left our world due to complications of cancer on December 4, 2022 in Evansville, Ind., at the age of 58.

Michael was born on January 1, 1964 and lived in Poseyville, Ind., for most of his childhood. He graduated from North Posey High School in 1982 and earned a Communications degree from University of Southern Indiana in 1986. He managed several retail stores including JCPenney, Family Dollar, and ending at Dollar Tree. Michael lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures; chatting with friends and family, spending time with his favorite dog, Dahlia, and watching RuPaul’s Drag Race. He will be missed by family, friends, and all who knew him.

Michael is predeceased by his father, Jay Embrey; mother, Gail Embrey (Brown); and sister Pam Embrey.

Michael is lovingly remembered by his son, Jake Embrey and wife Faith Connell; his former spouse, Carmen Embrey; brothers Jim (Eileen) Embrey and Terry (Gayle) Embrey, nieces and nephews Jessica Embrey, Justin (Paige) Embrey, Carrie Ann (Andy) Rudolph, Dena Embrey, Nathan (Amber) Embrey; and many great nieces and nephews.

Celebration of Life will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, December 17, 2022, at

Boone Funeral Home East Chapel - A Family Tradition Funeral Home, 5330 Washington Avenue.

Friends may visit from 12 p.m. until service time, Saturday, December 17, 2022, at Boone Funeral Home East Chapel. A Live Stream will be available beginning twenty minutes prior to the service time. Please visit www.boonefuneralhome. net, select your loved one’s obituary, scroll to the bottom of the page, and click Live Stream.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Greater Evansville Youth online at https://greaterevansvilleyouth.org/make-adonation. The family would like to thank the Saint Vincent Hospital Staff and Heart to Heart Hospice staff for their care and support.

Boone Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Michael D. Embrey. Condolences may be made to the family online at boonefuneralhome.net.

Nancy L. (Schaefer) Reeves, 73, of Mount Vernon, passed away peacefully at her home on December 5, 2022. Nancy was born in Akron, Ohio on December 29, 1948, the daughter of Paul and Jessie (Daniels) Schaefer. She was married to Jimmie Reeves and he preceded her in death in 2012.

Nancy worked as a firstgrade school teacher for 42 years in Mount Vernon. She taught most of her time at Hedges Elementary school and finished out her career at West Elementary after Hedges closed. She was a member of the National Education Association, Indiana State Teacher’s Association, Moose Lodge, and the American Legion Auxiliary. She was also an active member of the Mount Vernon Baptist Church. She enjoyed playing cards with her friends, going to the movies, golf cart rides, and going on walks. Nancy was a very loving and caring person and anyone that had the opportunity to meet her could recognize this about her. She adored her family and enjoyed spending time with them, including several people and children she “adopted” into her family.

Nancy is survived by her

Evelyn “Mae” Hogan, 64, of Mount Vernon, passed away at her home on Thursday, December 8, 2022. Mae was born on November 16, 1958, the daughter of Shirley F. and Loudean H. (Breeden) Hogan.

grandchildren, Sierra (John) Meador and Parker Groves; great-grandson, Bentley Meador; sister, Linda (Julius) Teske; nieces and nephews, and many friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter, Wendy Groves, and brother, David Schaefer.

A memorial service will be held at 12 p.m., on Saturday, December 17, 2022, at the Mount Vernon Baptist Church on Main Street in Mount Vernon, with Rev. Matt Watson officiating. A visitation will take place from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be left at the Mount Vernon Baptist Church. Online condolences may be left at denningfamilyfuneralhome.com.

There was a Mass of Christian Burial held at 10 a.m., on Monday, December 12, 2022 at Saint Matthew Catholic Church in Mount Vernon, Rev. Ryan Hilderbrand officiating. Entombment will follow in Saint Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Evansville.

Friends visited with the family from 1 until 5 p.m., on Sunday at Pierre Funeral Home, 2601 West Franklin Street and from 9:30 a.m., until service time on Monday at Saint Matthew Catholic Church, 421 Mulberry Street, Mount Vernon, IN 47620.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Saint Matthew Catholic Church.

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

William Winford Peerman, 95, of Poseyville, Ind., born December 15, 1926, to Joseph Lyndel and Eliza Elizabeth (Kincheloe) Peerman in New Harmony, Ind., passed away, Friday, December 9, 2022 at Select Specialty Hospital of Evansville, Ind.

He was born and raised on a farm and was a handyman. He worked for E.F. Moran Drilling Company for 17 years and Babcock & Wilcox for 21 years. He was such a hard worker and family man. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and they truly enjoyed time with him. He will be dearly missed by all who were lucky enough to know him.

Surviving are his son: Bill Peerman (Carol); daughters: Pam Moore (Butch), Debi Blaylock (Roger) and Cathy Will (Greg); six grandchildren: Brooke Stroud (Brandon), Casey Will, Brad Will, Rod Blaylock, Adam Moore (Emily Taylor) and Amy Moore (Bill Stein); brother: John Andrew Peerman; sisters: Naoma Lucille Allen and Irma Louise Underwood; 11 great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; special niece: Karen Blaylock along with several other nieces, nephews and cousins.

Preceding him in death were his parents; wife: M. Maxine (Overton) Peerman; brothers: Elbert El-

Funeral services were held 2 p.m., Sunday, December 11, 2022, at the Werry Funeral Home in Poseyville, Ind., with burial following in Laurel Hill Cemetery near Wadesville, Ind.

Visitation was from 11 a.m. until service time, Sunday, December 11, 2022, at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Laurel Hill Cemetery, PO Box 297, Poseyville, IN 47633.

The family would like to thank all of the caring and wonderful nurses, doctors and tech’s that were a part of his care team. Our sincere gratitude goes out to all the staff at Saint Vincent ICU and Select Specialty Hospital.

Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family online at: www.werryfuneralhomes.com.

Mae worked for 27 years as a cashier and attendant at the Mount Vernon Thrift Store, and for approximately 10 years as a cook at the Mount Vernon Hardee’s until its closure and at McDonald’s until her retirement. She was a lifelong pro wrestling fan, having spent many years as a fixture at area wrestling matches, and avidly followed the careers of many stars from their earliest days wrestling in Evansville to the WWE/WWF and other major federations. She also enjoyed bingo matches, card and dice games, crossword puzzles, and traveling to Tennessee when possible. Due to her work and vibrant personality, she was a stranger to few people in Mount Vernon. She cared for those around her, loved her family deeply, and aimed to please those who looked out for her. She was in turn loved, cared for, and will be missed.

She is survived by her sister Pearlene (Dennis) Curry, fourteen nieces and nephews, sixteen great-nieces and nephews, and numerous family members extending further. Her death was preceded by her mother and father, sisters Delores Kincheloe and Beatrice Higgs, a brother Paul, and three infant brothers Donald, Noah, and Enoch.

Per her arrangements, no visitations will be held. A graveside service will be held at a later time determined by the family at Beech Grove Cemetery in Posey County, Ind. where she will be laid to rest. Online condolences may be left at denningfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Charles A. Brenner

Evelyn Mae Hogan

wood Peerman and Gerald Gene Peerman; grandchild: Amanda Blaylock.

William Winford Peerman

Gloria Kay Kirk, 61, of Mount Vernon, Ind., unexpectedly left this world on Sunday, December 4, 2022 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital. Gloria was born June 1, 1961 in Evansville, Ind., to the late Frank Kirk, Sr. and Nelda Kirk (Jones) Hayden.

Gloria was a 1979 graduate of Mount Vernon High School. She was a cook for Half Moon Saloon and American Legion Post 5. Gloria was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and Ducks Unlimited. She enjoyed playing BINGO, attending yard sales and spending time with her family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Roger D. Kirk; aunt, Mary Waller; nieces and cousins.

Who leaves behind to cherish her memory is her companion of 30 years, Jesse “Waxey” Walker; sons, Stephon Michael and Sabian Matthew Walker; stepfather, Melvin Hayden; siblings, Tony Kirk (Vivian), Rena Johnson (Ralph), Frank Junnie, Vernon Keith and Bruce Lee Kirk; aunt, Marjorie Leftwich; sister-in-law, Su-

san

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:30 p.m., Friday, December 16, 2022

Visitation will be held from 12 p.m., until 2:30 p.m., service time on Friday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Legion Post 5 Auxiliary.

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

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Jamie’s day job is as a Legal and Compliance Coordinator for Progressive Health in Evansville.

The energetic new Fire Chief hopes to promote unity as a group as her priority. “We want to continue to work together as a unified group with a mixture of all ages. We need to respect and embrace the knowledge and experience of our older members and explore the new ideas of our younger ones. We need to appreciate our long history as a volunteer group and bridge any generation gaps.”

Birthdays

December 13 - Rachel Ungetheim, Evelyn Rogers, Joni Hidbrader, Andrew Ralph, Tom Giles, Brandon Dixon, Kevin Morris, Cindy Knopp

December 14 - Connie Armstrong, Dr. Edward Murphy, Brody Laws, Vickie Byrn, Anson Biggs, Isachia Harrington, Briley Williams, Dale Strupp, Rose Nellis December 15 - Joel Robinson, Keith Mespeedon, Brian Huebner, Isaac Field, Sandy Williams, Blair Williams, Britany Page, Eric Walker, Martha O’Neil

December 16 - Jim Johnson, Tim Wiley, Norma Houghton, Amy Kissel, Terry Osborne, Lukis Haddix, Delores Goebel

December 17 - Silver Nelson, Winter Nelson, Deborah Parker, Keith Lockwood,

Adam Bousquet, Frank Peterlin, Vick Roby, Diane Shackelford

December 18 - Ginny Andry, Laura Benet, Andrew Guido, Martha Honaker, Camilla Herring, Diana Mathews, Kayle Orpurt, Abigail Austin, Sara Pfister, Jim Brown

December 19 - Kyle J. Davis, Virginia Huff, Judy Maurer, Rebecca Reynolds, Zach Rutledge, Mike Benet, Logan Clowers, Carolyn Roby, Gracelyn Reynolds, Tina Childers, MecKenzie Upton, Haley L. Rutledge, Charlotte Ricketts, Nancy Atchison

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.

Mr. Kerry “Scott” Cochran, age 60 of Florence, Ala., formerly Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away on Saturday, December 3, 2022 at his residence. Scott was born on July 1, 1962 in Memphis, Tenn., and was raised in Trumann, Ark.

Scott is survived by his father, Robert “Bob” Cochran; son, Craig (Candace) Cochran; granddaughter, Brynley Cochran; brother, Alan (Emily) Cochran; sister, Renee (Scott) Cochran-Spicer; nephew, Will Butler; nieces, Kaci Dunham, Shay Williamson, and Meghan Hancock; special cousin, Dana Allsup; fur baby, Cooper; several great nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

He was preceded in death by mother, Gloria Nadine Walker.

Funeral Services were held Friday, December 9, at 2 p.m., from the chapel of Sellars Family Heritage at Portland with Pastor Phil Stewart officiating. Interment followed the service at Old Brush Cemetery with

Scott Spicer, Will Butler, Tyler Dunham, Brett DuPree, and Andy Henshaw serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Dr. Rod Warren, Mike Spears, and David Jones. Visitation with the family was Friday, December 9, from 11 a.m., until time of service at 2 p.m.

Arrangements by Sellars Family Heritage at Portland, 610 North Broadway Street, Portland, TN 37148. (615)325-5010, obit line (615)325-9725. Online condolences can now be made at www.sellarsfh.com.

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requested the maximum sentence.

“Drug dealers such as Alvarez are spreading addiction and risk of overdose death across our state and in our communities,” stated Clowers. “We are

Note: News in this issue includes: Merchants pleased with Trade Day, petitioners for naturalization, honoring fireman Fred Beste, a film from Studebaker’s new plant, G.A.R. dwindling in numbers, letters to Santa, and shorter news briefs and personals.

Merchants Pleased With “Trade Day” - Friday, December 8, Mount Vernon merchants’ first “trade day” attracted visitors from every nook and corner in Posey County, and also from nearby

Leigh Vierling

Gayle Leigh Vierling, 70, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away December 10, 2022 at The Heartford House in Owensboro, Ky.

She was born May 7, 1952 in Evansville, Ind., to Elwood and Alma (Keown) Reinitz.

Gayle was a 1970 graduate of Mount Vernon High School. She received her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from the University of Evansville. Gayle worked as a registered nurse at Welborn Hospital for 19 years. She enjoyed spending time with her grandkids, sewing, tending to her flower beds, and traveling.

She was preceded in death by her father.

She is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, Brett Vierling; son, Ty Vierling (Daniele); daughter, Alicia Storm (Dustin); mother, Alma; grandchildren, Reese and Claire Vierling, Ellison and Quentin Storm; sister, Barbara Givens; her doodle, Clementine;

pleased Mr. Alvarez has been held accountable and will serve time in prison for bringing these deadly drugs onto our streets. I’m grateful for the investigative work of the Posey County Drug Task

and several nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main Street, Mount Vernon, Ind., with burial to follow in Bellefontaine Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. service time on Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Posey Humane Society.

Force with the assistance of the FBI Safe Streets Task Force in this case.” Alvarez will be transported to the Indiana Department of Correction to serve his sentence.

Harding EJ office hosts Toys for Tots Drive

Steve Harding, a local Edward Jones financial advisor, is supporting the local Toys for Tots program by using his office as a drop-off location for this year’s toy drive.

Local residents may help make a difference for children in the area by bringing in a new, unwrapped toy to the office, 430 Southwind Plaza Road, Mount Vernon, IN 47620, during regular

In the famous lyrical form of Bing Crosby “It’s Beginning to Look a lot Like Christmas!” The beautifully decorated trees and the colder weather really have me reminiscing about the holiday. So, I decided to do a little research and see what the holiday season was like over the years here in New Harmony.

According to a newspaper article from 1877, the Christmas Holiday came in with general shooting of pistols, firecrackers, etc. The band played, saloons did big business, and balls were well attended. Another article claims that on Christmas day in 1906 Hempfling’s pond was thronged with Ice Skaters and on Christmas Eve 1937 the town put up new lights just for the season.

In 1898 the annual “Grand Christmas Ball” began. This ball was New Harmony’s

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points in Illinois and Kentucky. Despite the threatening weather the crowd was the largest assembled here since the Posey County Water Pageant celebrating Indiana’s Centennial in 1916. The “trade day” was under the direction of Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce and proved to be very profitable and popular with the merchants. By noon businesses were filled with shoppers and each reported increased business as a result.

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Throughout the day at the Keck-Gonnerman Co., garage on North Main Street, a Fordson demonstration was given. The storage room at the garage was converted into a motion picture theater where power farming pictures were shown.

Related - Our Christmas Shopping - The Mount Vernon stores are attractive sights these days with their enticing displays of holiday goods and things appropriate for Christmas presents. Every consideration of self-interest and community spirit dictates that we do our Christmas shopping at home.

Seven Petitioners For Naturalization - When H.J. Goff, special examiner, appears at the Posey Circuit Clerk’s office on January 25, 1923, he will hear the request of seven Posey residents who seek their last naturalization papers as citizens of the U.S. The hour for hearing the petitioners has been set at 9. The following are names of those who have their final papers recorded with Clerk Page: Fred Hoehnert, Mrs. Barbara Schieber, J. Jake Gerber, Mrs. Ida Noelle, John Richter, Chritian Morlock, and Philip Riecken.

Honoring Retired Fireman - Assistant Chief, Fred Beste, who has been a member of the Mount Vernon Fire Department for the last 28 years, owing to advanced age, two weeks ago tenured his resignation and in order to show their appreciation of past fellowship and services rendered, the members of the department in his honor, gave a banquet in the City Hall Thursday

business hours beginning November 03, 2022 through December 19, 2022. Monetary gifts cannot be accepted.

“With the holiday season around the corner, we are all getting ready for the festivities,” Harding said. “And as this is the season of giving, now is a great time to remember the less fortunate in our community.”

most celebrated annual Social Event and was a two-night celebration. The Christmas Balls ended in 1912 but were resurrected in 1977 for a short time. This event has recently made a comeback in the form of the Town Christmas Party which will take place Saturday December 10, 2022 at the Ribeyre Gymnasium and Events Center.

The first Community Christmas Tree was placed on the corner of Main and Church St. on Christmas Eve 1915. It was a large evergreen from Pretzsch’s farm. It was decorated with strings of electric lights and ornaments. There were even presents available to children under the age of 15.

On January 3, 1916 the tree was taken down and burned. The last article I found that highlighted this event was published in 1931. The Women’s Library Club did the decorating and presented children with gifts.

It is nice to see that some of these traditions are still celebrated here in New

night, in which the city offi cials were invited as special guests. Fire Chief Wilderman then presented to Mr. Beste a beautiful Eagle watch charm, since he was a member of the Posey Area of Eagles.

To Show Story Of Automobile Building Plant - A film which was photographed in the new Studebaker Plant will be shown here. This film was produced under the direction of the U.S. Dept. of Commerce in cooperation with the Studebaker Corporation and will be shown in all parts of the world. It was photographed in the new $20,000,000 Studebaker Plant at South Bend.

Letters To Santa

Dear Santa, I think I will tell you what I want for Christmas. I want a gun, and a French horn. Santa, I have always been a good boy so I expect you to bring me this. When you come, don’t come down the north chimney for there will be fire there. And you might burn your beard and you would look funny.

Your friend, John Dickhaut

Dear Santa Claus: I am a little girl, 8 years old. I would like to have a dining table and two chairs and a set of China dishes. I want to learn to cook so that I can help my mother. I also want an “Alice in Wonderland” book, a sewing set,a tree, some candy, oranges and nuts. I haven’t any little brother or sister to write for, but I wish I did. I will be pleased with anything you have for me and thank you for the nice things you have brought me for Christmases before. Please remember all the poor little children.

Your little friend, Alice Schreiber

Dear Santa Claus, I am writing to tell you what I want for Christmas: a sled, a rub-

Harmony. There is always room for new traditions as well.

Upcoming at the WMIPreschool Story Time with Peggy Meyer is held each Thursday morning at 10:30 a.m.

Advanced Yoga with Patty Beagle is each Tuesday and Thursday evening at 5 p.m.

The next Kiwanis Story Time will be Thursday December 22 at 6:30 p.m. Please call the Working Men’s Institute at 812682-4806 for more information.

Peggy Taylor will have a Weaving Camp on December 28, 29, and 30. Please call the Working Men’s Institute at 812682-4806 for more information.

The WMI will be closed December 24 and 25 as well as December 31 and January 1 so we can enjoy the holidays with our families.

We hope that all our patrons have a wonderful holiday season.

ber ball, electric train, and anything else you have that a little boy would like. I am 8 years old and go to school. Miss Ruth is my teacher. I am trying to be a good boy. Santa, please don’t forget my sister, Thelma, she wants a sled and basketball. And, we want good things to eat.

Your loving little friend, William Lawrence

Dear old Santa Claus, I am a little girl 3 years old. I help my mother carry in wood and coal so I want you to bring me a big doll that will go to sleep, and a doll buggy, a set of dishes and a little stove and harp. And, also, some candy, apples, oranges and all good things to eat. I will go to sleep early and sleep tight, so don’t forget me and come early.

Your little friend, Rozell Hughes

Dear Santa, I am a little boy, 5 years old. I try my best to be a good boy, Mama whips me sometimes. I will tell you what I want for Christmas. I want a wagon, popgun, gloves, horn, ball, candy, and oranges. Don’t forget mama and papa.

Your little friend, Manuel Graddy

Dear Santa Claus, I am a little girl, 9 years old. I go to school every day. I am in the fourth grade and I study hard. I hope you will not forget me Christmas Eve. I would like to have some candy, oranges, and apples, but I will be satisfied with anything. I hope you will not forget the other little boys and girls.

Your little friend, Loretta Hartman

Dear Santa, Our names are Hannah and Clarence Willmann. We go to school every day. Our teacher’s name is Neva Metz. We have been good and tried to do everything mother, father, and teacher says. Santa, if you have it to

spare, you can bring me a ball glove, bat, and Hannah a doll carriage. We would also like to have candy, nuts, and oranges. Your friends, Clarence and Hannan Willmann News Briefs And Personals - Box Social - The Savah Box Social did well considering the cold weather and the small crowd, $40 was taken in. Horace Greathouse qualified as the ugliest man in this community and carried off the cigars at the Box Social Friday. Births - A baby boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Carmen Monday; a daughter, Goldie Roberta, was born to Mr. and Mrs. Frank Holder Sunday. A daughter, Christina Rosemary, was born to Mr. and Mrs. George Fisher. A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Powell, Tuesday, named Gilbert, Jr. Born to Mr. and Mrs. George Sailer, near Caborn, a daughter. Mr. and Mrs. Ed Turner are rejoicing over the arrival of a daughter, Monday; Born to Mr. and Mrs. Henry Knight, a daughter. Sick List - Mrs. Alfred Cox is slowly improving from pneumonia.

Little George Ed Thompson is recovering from an attack of pneumonia. Visits - William Huff of Wadesville and John Niemeier both gave us a pleasant call while in the city Friday. Martin Hoffman gave us his annual call Saturday.

Marriage Licenses - Owen Pinkstaff and Katherine Kaiser; Oscar McIntire and Laura England.

News 125 Years Ago Saint Matthews Is Frescoed - The interior of the Saint Matthew’s Catholic Church is being frescoed, Guy Leber of Louisville being the contractor. Marriage Licenses - Charles Lang and Mary Kessler; Charles Bogan and Clara Norris; William Wade and Emma Saalwaecher.

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Pawlak (Tim); brotherin-law, John Walker; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.

at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main Street, Mount Vernon, Ind.

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New Harmony Ministry Food Pantry Hours

The New Harmony Ministry food pantry will be open December 15, from 2 until 6 p.m. The pantry is located at Holy Angels Community Center on main street in New Harmony. If you would like to donate your time or money you can call 812-480-3586. Send monetary donations to New Harmony Ministry, P O Box 203, New Harmony In 47631

This week’s Viking Pride features senior Maddy Olander. Maddy is a member of the new We The People program implemented at North Posey by Mr. Mark Kirkman. This team made it all the way to the state competition and competed on Tuesday, December 6.

Here is more about Maddy: How long have you been in the activity?

This is my first year being a part of We the People, and the first year North Posey has offered it.

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

I am in Unit 5 along with Reagan Koester and Faith Curry. Our Unit covers the Bill of Rights, so I have written speeches on the topic and prepared to answer follow-up questions.

What do you enjoy most about the activity?

I love how far I’ve come in my knowledge of our Constitution. It has helped me better understand our nation’s government and has aided me

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New Harmony Lamp Project

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BG Projects (at New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art) is proud to present The Lamp Project, a group show featuring ceramic installations by University of Southern Indiana’s Ceramics II students. Artists include Ashley Banks, Lunar Bowen, Caro Burks, Elizabeth Garland, Zoe Lawrence, Mia Mitchell,

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in becoming a more educated voter as well. I have learned to be able to form my own po-

Society, Student Council, HOSA, SADD, FCA, and Peers Project.

Tell me about your family.

My parents are Dustin and Amber Olander. I have two sisters named Addy and Emmy Olander.

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

I love hanging out with my family and friends anytime I have a chance.

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

Katherine (Kassi) Norton, Katelynn Roy, Jaeda Thompson, and Leanne Werkmeister.

The Lamp Project will be on view from November 12 through December 17, 2022, with gallery hours from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Central, Tuesday through Saturday.

Deadline to certify planted wheat December 15, is the deadline to certify planted wheat, planting dates are required.

If you have cover crops please certify them as soon as possible.

The 2023 Farm Program sign up is ongoing and the deadline to get all signature on the contract back in the office is March 15.

Please contact the Posey County FSA Office at 812-838-4191, ext. 2 to set up an appointment or if you have any questions.

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.

Weekly Wildcat

Welcome to the Weekly Wildcat where we highlight a Mount Vernon High School student and their involvement in both their school and community. Taylor Randel is a senior and on the varsity cheer squad.

Tell me about yourself.

perseverance, but have allowed me to grow as a person. Without trying, you never know where you would have ended up.

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

litical opinion and back it up with constitutional evidence.

What keeps you interested and involved in your activity?

We are constantly adding new cases and events to help us with our follow-up questions and essays. We qualified for state, meaning we start new and do everything over again but now with a rushed time limit.

What other activities are you involved in?

My other activities include Softball, National Honors

I encourage you to become involved with your school community and involved in many activities.

It is clear that Maddy has worked hard to prepare herself and the team for their various competitions! Her hard work has paid off, as they competed well at state, and she even became a more educated citizen in the process. Congratulations to Maddy and the rest of the We The People team on their success in their rookie year.

I am a Senior at MVHS. I am a 4-year member of the Mount Vernon Cheer team. I am involved in student council, FCA, key club, booster club, and pep club. Outside of school, I volunteer for an organization called Riding Hope. Riding Hope is a hippotherapy and adaptive riding program for children with special needs. I enjoy engaging in activities that allow me to be an active member of my community.

Tell me about your family.

My parents are Cari and Greg Randel. My parents are my biggest supporters and have made me into the person I am today.

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

Something that many people don’t know about me is that I absolutely love to travel. I have been fortunate enough to travel to many different places around the United States, and am looking forward to many more trips.

What words do you live by?

My mom always told me, “It is better to try and fail than not to try at all.” Throughout high school I have faced many failures as well as successes. My failures have taught me not only

One of my favorite memories is this year’s cheer clinic. I love seeing all of the little kids come out with us to cheer on our team. It is so fun watching their excitement as they cheer along with us.

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

I enjoy spending time with my family and friends in my free time.

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

Don’t be afraid to try new things. Get involved in as many things as possible, It makes your time in school a whole lot more enjoyable.

What plans do you have for the future?

I plan to pursue my undergraduate degree in Kinesiology before going on to chiropractic school to become a chiropractor.

Taylor’s school spirit through cheerleading and her involvement is admirable. Come and join Taylor and the cheer squad, as they cheer on the Wildcats against Gibson Southern on Saturday, December 17. Come early to catch the cheerleaders Christmas routine before the Varsity tip off at 7 p.m.

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and Sugar located in Parker’s Settlement on Thursday, December 15, from 5 until

Stop in and get your pictures taken with Santa.

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makes his acting debut as one of the sheep in the Mt. Zion General Baptist Church Christmas Program on Sunday evening. Photo by Dave Pearce

Parishioner Ed Baumgart serves up biscuits and gravy with Youth Group member Connor Collins helping out at his side at the Saint Matthew Men’s Club Pancake breakfast Sunday morning. Photo by Lois Mittino Gray

Special guests from the Saint Vincent de Paul Society were served beverages at the Saint Matthew Pancake Breakfast Sunday morning by Youth Group members, Nolan Deno on left and Landon Mitchell with coffee pot. The ladies are Sue Gries on left and Jackie Sartore. Photo by Lois Mittino Gray

Becky Moses, center, celebrated her birthday at the North Elementary Candy Cane Market with Granddaughters Mariah and Natalie Marvel on Saturday. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Mount Vernon resident Barb Smith is part of the percussion section that was featured in the African Bell Carol as part of the Wolfgang Orchestra presentation on Sunday evening at Wesley Hall of the First United Methodist Church in Mount Vernon. Photo by Dave Pearce

Lisa Downen is just one of many shoppers who enjoyed the vendors at the North Elementary School Candy Cane Market on Saturday. Here, Downen is shopping at Paparazzi Jewelry & Accessories. A good number of vendors and shppers alike enjoyed the event. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Wildcat Cheerleader adds small business to resume

By Trisha L. Lopez Mount Vernon High School senior Sydney Redman is a busy young woman.

Cheerleading, school work, community projects, FCCLA and preparing steers for 4-H would be enough to occupy the time of any student, but Redman added another challenge to her already bursting calendar: small business ownership.

“I had some free time on my hands and it came to mind after looking at Pinterest and Etsy daily,” Redman said of her small business adventure, Syd’s Vinyl Creations.

Redman designs, creates and sells customized shirts, mugs, bags, Christmas ornaments…essentially the sky’s the limit with her Cricut, heat press, computer and printer.

“I started making shirts for my family out of vinyl, but quickly realized vinyl was not as popular as sublimation and screen print. After beginning my business, a few months in, I started doing epoxy tumblers. I did not do those as long because they are very time consuming and many people make them. Recently, I started screen print and sublimation on shirts and tumblers. That has really boosted my business. I also decided to do other things than just shirts. I make kids items, keychains, ornaments, bags,” Redman said. “The main key to having a successful business is knowing what your competition is and trying to make other things that people do not already have and make.”

She’s covered some pretty large orders along the way. She made more than 90 bows for Mount Vernon’s youth cheer camp and created shirts for Lang Farms. She recently provided sponsor shirts for Christmas on Main Street and designed uniform shirts for Mount Vernon High School’s cheer lifters. Word about her business has spread via social media.

“Many people share my posts (on Facebook and Instagram) and the word gets around. I recently had people messaging me about them seeing someone with a shirt on that I made and

Saint Wendel Spelling Bee Winners

Third grade: Avalonia

Stolz - First Place; Hannah Willis - Second Place

Fourth grade: Kyler Hodge - First Place; Sydnie Weinzapfel - Second Place

Fifth grade: Charlie Kirchoff - First Place; Ryan Love - Second Place

Sixth grade: Vince Weatherholt - First Place; Matthew Will - Second Place

Seventh grade: Kenadee Verwaynve - First Place; Eva Bender - Second Place

Eighth grade: Wesley Schmitt - First Place; Daniel Sieben - Second Place

School wide bee: Friday, Dec. 16 at 9:30 a.m., in the cafetorium.

needed to purchase one from me, too, because they loved it,” Redman said.

Redman said she normally averages between 15 and 20 orders a month, but the Christmas season has kicked things up a notch.

“I have many Christmas projects and orders coming along. This is also the season for craft shows. I have attended them this year and made many Christmas shirts and other items for these shows,” Redman said.

Redman spent Saturday manning a booth at North Elementary School. Wall signs, colorable children’s shirts and holiday wear adorned her plaid tablecloth covered station and display rack. She said it was a busy day, but not as busy as the two-day show she worked a few weekends earlier in Evansville.

“I sold a bunch there,” she said.

She said she’s taken Syd’s Vinyl Creations to three shows this year and plans to attend more events in the future.

“I just started going to them and I wasn’t sure how well I’d do, so I didn’t sign up for many. I will definitely do more next year because of how successful it was,” Redman said.

Redman said she’s really proud of her latest offering: coloring shirts for kids.

“They can come with any design on them and the kids can color the shirts and wear them. They are washable when you use washable markers, so the kids can recolor them as many times as they want,” Redman said.

Redman said she has cheer practice Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Wednesday mornings in addition to boys and girls basketball games. She said she squeezes in time for Syd’s Vinyl Creations during evenings and weekends.

“Games do get in my way a lot, but I still find a way to get it done,” Redman said.

Despite her hectic schedule, she said she would advise any

other high school students considering going down the small business owner path to go for it.

“It may be a little tougher to start and costly, but it will be worth it in the long run,” she said.

Redman plans to attend college and pursue a career in the medical field after graduating from Mount Vernon this spring, but Syd’s Vinyl Creations will continue to be a priority.

“My business has been so successful that I will continue it beyond Mount Vernon High School. It may be a little tougher to balance with college, but it won’t stop me from making my business more successful,” Redman said.

‘AskRose’ Tutoring Program Expands Early Evening Hours

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology’s free AskRose Homework Help program has expanded its early-evening hours, starting at 5 p.m. five nights each week, to provide increased opportunities for middle and high school students to get help with their math and science homework.

Rose-Hulman tutors are now available Sunday through Thursday from 5-10 p.m. (Eastern Time) for tutoring sessions to help students in grades 6 through 12 by video, telephone call, email, or chat. Tutors can be accessed via the AskRose website, AskRose.org, or by calling 877-ASK-ROSE (877-275-7673).

AskRose officials acknowledge that the COVID-19 pandemic has had students turning to online instruction, especially digital technology, and more families are choosing online and home schooling options. At the same time, the in-school educational landscape has changed, because of student and educator absences, with some math and science materials not being covered. This has caused educational gaps within younger students.

“This new learning landscape, coupled with COVID learning loss, means the personalized tutoring services provided by our AskRose Homework Help program is needed now more than ever. We’re happy to help these students be better learners in the classroom and gain the math and science skills necessary to develop the well-trained workforce for the future,” said Rose-Hulman President Robert A. Coons, a member of the Governor Holcomb’s Workforce

Bro. Tom Doty Luke 8:23-24 (23) But as they sailed he fell asleep: and there came down a storm of wind on the lake; and they were filled with water, and were in jeopardy. (24) And they came to him, and awoke him, saying, Master, master, we perish. Then he arose, and rebuked the wind and the raging of the water: and they ceased, and there was a calm. Has your day ever started out just right and

Cabinet. The panel has made recommendations to tackle employer talent challenges and accelerate Indiana’s economy by strengthening the educator pipeline in subjects related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

AskRose Homework Help has conducted more than 750,000 tutoring sessions since starting in 1991. The AskRose.org website also offers more than 500 resources available through videos and downloadable reference materials.

About 100 Rose-Hulman students serve as tutors during each school year after being specially recommended by faculty for their technical knowledge and ability to communicate with students of all skill and comprehension levels.

Approximately 20 tutors are available each night and they have access to textbooks and many other resources to lend valuable assistance. The AskRose Homework Help program is certified by the National Tutoring Association.

Rather than give students the answers, AskRose tutors guide students through homework problems to help them better understand math and science concepts, the way they are taught in schools today.

Student privacy is always protected, and students are never asked for their last name or telephone number.

All AskRose Homework Help services are available at no cost to students and parents through support and financial assistance from Lilly Endowment Inc. and Rose-Hulman.

then it seems as the day progresses that the bottom falls out and you are in the middle of a great storm? We all get caught in the storms of life. It seems that there is smooth sailing and then all of a sudden the storm hits. What will we do? It seems that this short passage tells us what we can do.

First, we must realize that Jesus is in the boat with us. Jesus is aware of the storms that we face. When we asked Jesus to come

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December 13 at 3:30 p.m.Anime Club - For grades 6-12. Come hang out, watch and discuss manga and anime, do some crafts, and have some Japanese snacks. If you can’t make it right at 3:30 p.m., it’s okay. Join us whenever and hang out as long as you want. No registration needed.

December 13 at 6 p.m.Novels at Night - Join us for a discussion of “The White Darkness” by David Grann at Tequilla’s. Walk-ins always welcome. December 14 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.

December 14 at 6 p.m. - Coffee & (Bingo) Cardsevening edition - Winners will

receive fun prizes. This program is free. Teens are welcome. We will be in the Ohio and Wabash Meeting Rooms. December 15 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. Our next series of workshops will begin on January 12, 2023.

December 15 at 3:30 p.m.

- Tween Slime Party - Come join us for a Tween Slime Party. If you are between the ages of 7-12 and love slime, then this program is for you. We will have stations where you can make different kinds of slime, play with the slime you make and there will be a voting table where you can vote on some favorite slimes that are made.

Registration is required and will

into our life he got in the boat with us. Jesus did not tell us that there would be no storms. He just wanted us to know that He would be with us in the storm. Jesus was in the boat with the disciples. He was there from the beginning. Jesus knew that the storm would come. Jesus also knew how the disciples would react. The disciples were fearful of the storm. The first thing they did was call on Jesus. When we face the storms of our life

begin on December 1. Sign up online, call the library or come in to the Youth Service Desk.

December 19 at 6 p.m. - Under the Covers: A Romance Book Club - Join us for a fun conversation about your favorite Romance books. This month we will be reviewing “Love In Colour” by Bolu Babalola. Look for us in the Ohio Room.

December 21 all day - Staff Training Day - The library will be closed all day.

December 24 and 25Christmas - The library will be closed both days.

December 28 at 4 p.m. for grades 6 to 8 and 6 p.m. for grades 9 to 12 - Dungeons & Dragons - Join us for a short campaign. Bring dice and character sheets if you have them, some will be provided if you don’t. Due to increasing group size, we will be splitting into two sessions based on grade level. In Study Room C. Registration is required.

the first thing we must do is call upon Jesus. The problem is many times we attempt to weather the storm and handle it by ourselves. We can’t do it. We must call on Jesus to calm our storm.

Second, we must remember that Jesus is in control. Can Jesus control the storms in our life? Yes. Jesus said, “All authority is given unto me in Heaven and earth” (Matthew 28:18). Jesus has the authority to allow storms to come into our life. Storms can make us stronger. Storms can make us aware of God’s presence. Storms can make us cry out to God for help. And when we cry out we have the assurance that Jesus is in our boat during the storm. Jesus may not make the storm go away immediately but He will be with us in the storm because He is in control. In the mist of the storm trust in the Lord and lean not unto your own understanding. God is in control.

Third, we must put our complete trust in Jesus. The disciples had only one choice. They could do nothing. When they awoke Jesus He asked them, “Where is your faith”. In the mist of our storms our faith will be questioned. Can Jesus really calm our storm? Too often we think that no one can help us. We think that we are swamped. But then, we cry out to Jesus and He asks, “Where is your faith”. It’s not necessary that we understand how Jesus will calm our storms. We just need to believe that He will. It is not necessary that we know when Jesus will calm our storm. We just need to know that He will calm our storm. Complete trust in God is our assurance that Jesus is in the boat with us and He already knows what needs to be done. We will trust Him until He rebukes the wind and the waves in our life.

I pray that as we experience the storms of life that we will keep Jesus in the boat with us.

Sydney Redman works her booth during the Candy Cane Market held Saturday at North Elementary School.

This year was the first year North Elementary had a Robotics Club. They entered their first competition, First Lego League, at USI on November 19. The team came away with sixth place out of 10 teams, and was awarded the “Rising All Star Award.” The team is coached by Chevan May. Team members are pictured l to r, Paisley Fisher, Brycen Compton, Miley LaCrosse, Cora Lamb, Lilyanya Crow, Mason Strickland, Eric Collier and Hunter Roberts. Photo supplied

Arrests

November 29

Lucas Chumbley - Mount Vernon - Warrant, BurglaryPCS

Jontae Rudd - Warrant, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana - PCS

November 30

George Mayfield - Evansville - Possession of Methamphetamine, Driving While Suspended, Trafficking With an Inmate - PCS

Kevin Armstead - Alton, Ill. - Operating with Controlled Substance in Body, Possession of Marijuana - ISP

Tony Thompson - Mount Vernon - Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Paraphernalia - MVPD December 1

Kaitlyn Mosley - Mount Vernon - Warrant, Auto Theft, Resisting Law Enforcement (petition to revoke) - PCS December 2

Timothy Whitfield - Mount Vernon - Dealing in Methamphetamine (failure to appear) - PCS

Timothy Whitfield - Mount Vernon - Nonsupport of a Dependent Child x3 (petition to revoke bond) - PCS December 3

David McCarty, Jr. - Mount Vernon - Warrant, Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (petition to revoke bond) - PCS December 4

Michael KennettPoseyville - Operating While Intoxicated - ISP Complaints November 27 10:06 a.m. - Criminal Mischief - Caller advised the side window of his vehicle was busted out sometime last night - Raintree Drive, Mount Vernon 4:53 p.m. - Family Fight - Reference her mom taking her keys and her bond receiptSharp Street, Poseyville November 28

11:18 p.m. - Theft - Caller would like to speak with an officer about a male subject who came by and advised he just stole a check from him. Caller advised a female that was there signed the check and gave it to the male subject - Main Street, Mount Vernon 12:22 p.m. - Family Fight - Female subject advised her mom took her house keySaint Francis Street, Poseyville 12:41 p.m. - Officer Standby - Caller advised his wife’s dad’s mother-in-law won’t give him his rifle backSpringfield Road, Wadesville 12:46 p.m. - Repossession - 2015 Jeep Patriot, white. Owner is aware - Main Street, Mount Vernon November 29 7:31 p.m. - SuspiciousCaller advised male subject, white male with a sock hat, hoodie and shorts was looking in their mailbox and when confronted the male subject took off on foot - Luigs Road,

Wadesville 7:37 p.m. - Domestic Violence - Caller advised his girlfriend is trying to kick him after he is lined up to get his check delivered there - Audubon Drive, Mount Vernon 7:59 p.m. - Fight - Caller advised five or six people fighting in the middle of the street - Second Street, Mount Vernon 10:33 p.m. - Domestic Violence - Male subjects are fighting - Locust Street, Cynthiana

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November 30 2:54 p.m. - Message - Caller advised she has a protective order against her parents and they keep driving by her house - Sixth Street, Mount Vernon 5:49 p.m. - Domestic Violence - Advised mother threatened to shove caller out of the car. Advised she threatened to touch his stuff - SR 66/Mary Anderson Road, Wadesville 7:47 p.m. - VandalismCaller advised that female

Posey County Commissioner’s 2023 Schedule

Wednesday, January 4th * Wednesday, January 18th * Tuesday, February 7th Wednesday, February 22nd * Tuesday, March 7th Tuesday, March 21st Tuesday, April 4th Tuesday, April 18th Wednesday, May 3rd Tuesday, May 16th Tuesday, June 6th Tuesday, June 20th Wednesday, July 5th * Tuesday, July 18th Tuesday, August 1st Tuesday, August 15th Wednesday, September 6th * Tuesday, September 19th Tuesday, October 3rd Tuesday, October 17th Wednesday, November 8th Tuesday, November 21st Tuesday, December 5th Tuesday, December 19th

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The personal property stored in Unit #25, leased by Crystal Porath, will be sold at public sale to satisfy the lien of Posey Storage, LLC, 125 North St. Francis Avenue, Poseyville, Posey County, Indiana. The sale will take place at the storage unit, location above, on December 27, 2022, at or around 10 a.m.

Published in the Posey County News on December 13, 2022 - hspaxlp

2022-358 Countrymark Refining And Logistics, LLLC (225 S East Street Suite 144, Indianapolis, IN 46202) is submitting a NOI letter to notify the Indiana Department of Environmental Management of its intent to comply with the requirements Construction Stormwater General Permit to discharge stormwater from construction activities for the following project: Site work for renovated office facility a single lot commercial project located at 401 Southwind Plaza in Posey County, Indiana. Run-off from the project site will discharge into McFadden Ditch . Questions or comments should be directed to Easley Engineering at 812-424-2481. Published in the Posey County News on December 13, 2022 - hspaxlp 2022-359

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON SUBDIVISION PLAT NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE POSEY COUNTY AREA PLAN COMMISSION, ON THE 12th DAY OF January, 2023 at 6 p.m. at the Hovey House-330 Walnut St., MT. VERNON, INDIANA.

WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON A REQUEST BY David A. & Kathy S. Esche FOR PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF D & K Minor SUBDIVISION.

SAID SUBDIVISION INVOLVES THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE IN Robinson TOWNSHIP, LOCATED AT 1920 Ford Road N, MT. VERNON 47620, TO WIT: DESCRIPTION Surveyed Land Description Part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of Section 10, Township 6 South, Range 12 West of the 2nd P.M., lying in Robinson Township, Posey County, Indiana as per a survey dated August 31, 2022 by Donald E. Gries, Professional Surveyor, Indiana Registration No. 29900003, under Project No. 11132 and being more particularly described as follows:

Commencing at an iron at the Southwest corner of said Quarter, Quarter Section; thence along the West line of said Quarter, Quarter Section, North 00°35’28” East 154.00 feet to a mag nail with washer stamped “Gries 29900003” at the point of beginning; thence continue along said West line 1st; North 00°35’28” East 255.00 feet to a mag nail with washer stamped “Gries 29900003”; thence 2nd: South 89°24’32” East 195.00 feet to a 5/8” rebar with LS cap inscribed “Donald Gries 29900003”; thence 3rd: South 00°35’29” West 255.00 feet to a 5/8” rebar with LS cap inscribed “Donald Gries 29900003”; thence 4th: North 89°24’32” West 195.00 feet to the point of beginning and containing 1.142 acres more or less.

Subject To: The right of way for North Ford Road, located along the West boundary of the above described parcel.

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)

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reading on this 15th day of November, 2022.

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF POSEY COUNTY, INDIANA

By: Bill Collins, President

By: Bryan Schorr, Member

ATTEST: Maegen L. Greenwell, Posey County Auditor Published in the Posey County News on December 13, December 20, 2022 - hspaxlp

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Posey County Council Schedule 2023 Wednesday, January 10th * Wednesday, February 22nd * Tuesday, March 14th Tuesday, April 11th Tuesday, May 9th Tuesday, June 13th Tuesday, July 11th Tuesday, August 8th Tuesday, September 12th Wednesday, October 11th * Tuesday, November 14th Tuesday, December 19th * Published in the Posey County News on December 13, 2022hspaxlp

STATE OF INDIANA ) IN THE POSEY CIRCUIT COURT ) SS: COUNTY OF POSEY ) 2022 TERM CAUSE NO. 65C01-2210-EU-000063

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF OF BARBARA DAVIDSON, DECEASED NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION

IN THE POSEY CIRCUIT COURT OF POSEY COUNTY, INDIANA.

Notice is hereby given that John P. Davidson was, on the 20th day of October, 2022 appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Barbara Davidson, who died on the 15th day of May, 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 Mount Vernon, Indiana, this 28th day of November, 2022.

Beth McFadin Higgins (IN#11615-65)

Attorney for the Estate McFadin Higgins & Folz, LLP 227 Main Street, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620 Telephone: (812) 838-9720 bethmh@mhfmvlaw.com

Kay Kilgore Clerk of the Posey Circuit Court for Posey County, Indiana

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City of Mount Vernon, IN Unsafe Building Enforcement Authority Sherry Willis 520 MAIN STREET MT. VERNON, IN 47620 812-838-5576 December 1, 2022, ORDER

ORDER MADE PURSUANT TO I.C. 36-7-9 AND MT. VERNON CODE OF ORDINANCE, CHAPTER 150

Owners:

Trishana D. Wheeler Paula Raddatz 700 Goad Cemetery Road New Harmony, IN 47631

Paul G. Coan, Estate of Paul G. Coan, the unknown heirs assigns, and successors in Interest to Paul G. Coan

REGARDING Lot Number Two (2) in Henry Schnur’s Enlargement to the City of Mount Vernon, Indiana. ALSO more commonly known as 925 Lower New Harmony Road, Mt. Vernon, Indiana 47620

ACTION REQUIREDDemolish and remove building on the above premises. The following violations exists on the structures. Unsafe Building – IN Code 36-7-9-4(a)(4) 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 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 surface-coated where required to prevent deterioration.

Item# 10 Protective Treatment All exterior surfaces including, but not limited to doors, door and window frames and trim shall be maintained in good condition. Exterior wood surfaces shall be protected from the elements and decay by painting or other protective covering or treatment. Outside walls and wood around windows shall protected from the elements.

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.

and A. The full name and telephone number of the person taking a substantial property interest in the unsafe premises; and B. The legal instrument under which the transfer of agreement to transfer the substantial property interest is accomplished. I.C.36-7-9-27.

The Unsafe Building Enforcement Authority acting as the enforcement authority in this matter, can be contacted at (812)838-5576. Dated this 1st day of December, 2022

Sherry Willis, Unsafe Building Enforcement Authority 520 Main Street Mt. Vernon, Indiana 47620

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NOTICE OF SALE OF STORAGE UNIT

Posey County 2022 Big Buck Honor Roll -- Part Two

Jason Rutledge

Brian Wagner

Charlie Nix

Chris Will

Easton Bourne

Emma Motz

Haley King

Jarrett Motz

Jonathan Moyer

Julie Reynolds

Remington Johnson

Roger Simpson

Samuel Oakley

Kendyl Brown

Brady Clements

Trey Staples

Haley Lowe

Lifelong friends build a future with J & S Contracting

By Pam Robinson

Life-long friends, 21-year-old Jake Herrington and 23-yearold Seth Goebel, developed a strong bond starting in kindergarten while their parents established their friendship. The two young men have shared dreams and schemes for years. Three months ago, they believed the time was right to fulfill a new dream and to launch their business, J & S Contracting.

They enjoy most masonry, flooring, and tile work, but they have been trained to do a variety of home renovations. “We can do pretty much anything in home remodels,” Seth states, “such as a basement remodel like the one for Mike Mason.”

They refer requests for plumbing or electrical work, however, to those with the specialized training to complete such projects up to code. “I can hang light fixtures, but I don’t do electric,” Seth remarks.

Right now, Jake and Seth maintain an office in Seth’s garage. “We’re eventually going to get a shop when we save up the money,” Jake states. “We would like to buy an older building and remodel.”

Until then, potential clients may call Jake at (812) 781-4712 and Seth at (812) 270-0990. They may be reached through email also at jscontracting9401@gmail.com.

Seth credits Josh Willett, his cousin, owner of Willett Contracting in Evansville, for his training. The 2018 MVHS graduate started training with Willett even before he completed high school.

In turn, Jake learned from Seth through finishing contract work on Seth’s projects. “Seth has pretty much trained me,” Jake, a 2020 MVHS graduate, comments. “He’s been doing home renovations for six years. I’ve been doing it about four

years.”

Their clients include David Hahn at CenterPoint and Todd Zimmer at Pinnacle Contracting. Most of the time, though, they work with homeowners on a wide array of projects.

Jake and Seth give free estimates within Posey County. Beyond that, there is a fee to cover their time and travel. Their bottom line for completing a project is a minimum of $400.

“Say somebody said, ‘I want this one brick replaced on my house. For us to pack all our tools and to cover our fuel, we have to charge $400,” Seth explains. “It’s bottom line for us to make a little money.”

Costs on projects depend on nature, scope, and material used for the job. Repair work is calculated with time and material in mind. If J & S pays for the material, it’s an automatic 10 percent markup to allow for picking up the material and for fuel.

Seth notes their attention to cleaning up after completing a job. “We always clean up after every job really well,” Seth emphasizes. “We clean up our messes. We try to leave a place just like it was when we got there—or better.”

J & S Contracting is seeking help to complete a couple of big jobs scheduled for Spring 2023. They will be working with Larry Schenk, a St. Philip developer and engineer.

Finding help has proven frustrating. “We’ve put out several ads, and we haven’t got one call from workers,” Jake comments. His experience mirrors that of a number of employers in the Tri-State. They need employees and are short-staffed in their businesses.

In spite of this challenge, Jake and Seth believe in their ability to get the job done. “I really focus on quality and making

sure our customers are happy,” Seth insists. “If our customers aren’t happy, I’m more than willing to work with somebody, especially on pricing. If I give somebody a price, and I get the job done really fast, I’m more than willing to work with them and cut some money off that price. . .I’m very fair to people. I’m just out here trying to make a living.”

Jake and Seth believe they’ve nothing to lose in forming their business partnership. They have earned the knowledge and skill to do the work. “We decided, let’s give it a shot,” Seth recalls. “It will either succeed or fail.”

Their friendship and their work ethic make them winners in all circumstances.

Routine matters handled in short-staffed county meeting

By Lois Mittino Gray

Commissioners Randy Thornburg and Bryan Schorr conducted county business in the absence of Commissioner President Bill Collins at the December 6, morning meeting at the Hovey House. Auditor Maegen Greenwell and County Attorney Joe Harrison were also in attendance and together they all completed the agenda.

Under Old Business, Posey County Highway Superintendent, Steve Schenk, presented his recommendations for the yearly supply bids and they were all approved 2-0. Wabash Valley was the low bid on Sections 1 and 2, while Reis Tire was accepted as the only bid on tires. Civil Con won the low bid on pipe, while E3 Bridge was approved as the backup bid. Mulzer Stone was accepted as the only bid on stone and gravel. Both bids were accepted from Russell’s and Jerry Chastain for Section 9: Labor and Construction Equipment.

Thornburgh made a motion to table the award of the EMS/Sheriff fuel bids for further inspection and it carried 2-0.

Under New Business, Bill Curtis, Mount Vernon Mayor, appeared before Commissioners to request permission to place a historical marker about downtown Mount Vernon on the Courthouse lawn. The Mayor discussed placement of the marker, which will resemble the current marker on the corner of Third and Walnut

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Streets. It ws approved unanimously.

Posey County Attorney, Joe Harrison, publicly shared that the Commissioners are meeting with EREP and a potential industrial client. They have been asked to sign a non-disclosure agreement regarding the upcoming meeting and information sharing. Commissioner Bryan Schorr made a motion to approve this agreement and it carried. Attorney Harrison, stated the County would be using Mesirow as the underwriter of the soon-to-be-issued bonds that will provide payment for the Bypass Project and this agreement was signed, too.

Schenk again went to the podium to take care of business to get necessary documents to send with this year’s Community Crossings Grant application.

The Commissioners signed a letter stating Posey County is ADA Compliant and is in the process of obtaining its updated ADA Plan for 2023. Another letter assuring funding is available for the county’s financial commitment to provide the local match for its portion of the grant will be sent.

Commissioners approved a contract renewal with the County Probation Department and Empowerment LLC to conduct screenings for their various programs. The contract renewal for January 2033 through August of 2023 is very much the same contract used for the past two years and

down to the substrate and supports. It was originally put in during 1959. “I know a real lot of people have never seen the underside of those floors. Come on down and see the process,” Board member Joe Rutledge invited. Dr. Thompson said they are getting estimates now on painting the gym.

Board Member Kathy Weinzapfel inquired if anything has been decided on what to do with the old floor. “Are they talking about sectioning it off and selling pieces of it as memorabilia?” she wondered. Thompson speculated that might be a good probability, but there have been no meetings about it yet.

In other board action:

• adopted revised policies 301.05, 301.06, and 301.07 on racial harassment, bullying, and criminal organizations and activity. Operational procedures were outlined for all three sections. Dr. Thompson said there were few changes, it was mainly to “clean up language.”

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“My understanding is that in any financial settlement, the insurance carrier may be contributing money to that settlement. I will tell you that is not uncommon. Same thing as if we were in a car accident. I have State Farm. If I’m in a car accident and I’m at fault, State Farm has to defend me. I go in and I say ‘It wasn’t my fault’ they may still say ‘No if we pay $5,000 now, we… the insurance company…are going to save $20,000 moving forward. So they’ll offer $5,000, they’ll take it and it’s over. I walk away and say ‘I wasn’t at fault.’ I didn’t pay anything. Insurance companies look at things solely on the bottom line,” Van Haaften said.

APC President Mark Seib opened the floor to any community members that might wish to comment on the conditions. No one came forward.

The motion to approve passed by a vote of 5-1. APC Member Randy Thornburg, who has been vocal about his opposition to the project in public meetings throughout the process, was the lone vote against the conditions. Members Andy Hoehn, Joe Marvel, Randy Owens, Keith Spurgeon and Seib voted in favor. David Pearce did not attend Thursday’s meeting.

Final approval for the project will remain on hold until developers receive

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itis funded with grant money.

Posey County Commissioner Randy Thornburg reported the Sewer Project is moving along and updated the Commissioners on its current progress. He also gave the following Workforce Development Update. The National Unemployment rate is 3.7 percent, while State of Indiana rate is currently 3.0 percent. Surrounding counties are: Perry 2.9 percent, Vanderburgh 2.8 percent, Knox 2.7 percent, Pike 2.6 percent, Warrick 2.5 percent, Spencer 2.4 percent, Dubois 2.3 percent, Posey 2.3 percent, and Gibson County at 2.1 percent.

In Department Reports:

Posey County Highway Superintendent, Steve Schenk, stated there is a drainage issue on County Line Road that needs to be addressed. He would like to have CivilCon complete a site survey and develop a design to correct the issue. From there, he would send a request for a proposal to several local contractors. The County will be providing the culvert needed and the request was approved.

Schenk said he recently had an issue with Mainstream, who is working on the Broadband Internet project. His department workers discovered Mainstream dumping trees on private property without permission, and furthermore, the property is in a wetland. Schenk requested that this be cleaned up and it was noted to ask

• confirmed the employment of Melanie Reising as a teacher assistant/study hall for the high school. She worked 16 years for the Department of Child Services in Mount Vernon and has an Elementary Education degree.

• accepted resignations from Megan Erwin as a teacher assistant/Special Education at the junior highs school, effective December 16, 2022 and from Jamie Woods as the junior high school secretary, effective June 7, 2023.

• issued four (4) adjunct teacher permits, per Indiana Code 2028-5-27, to the following BWXT welding professionals, in order to teach the recently approved welding classes at the high school: John Haynes, Casey McDaniel, Drew Porter, and Chris Stacey.

• Nate Foote, the General Manager for BWX Technologies, Inc., attended the meeting and expressed his excitement for the company to partner with the school district for its new welding program. He said the four instructors were “self-selected” volun-

permits from the Department of Natural Resources. No timetable was given for Posey Solar’s requested DNR permits, but developers of AstraZeneca’s 1MW addition to its on-site solar energy conversion system told members later in the meeting that they had been informed that the DNR permit process for their project may take up to 180 days.

Some items covered in the 28 conditions approved include:

• The project will maintain the buffer and vegetative screening areas shown on the project site plan in compliance with the county’s wind and solar ordinance. The project will follow a Management Plan for vegetative screening (which will be outside of the project’s fencing) and setback areas.

• A 20-acre pollinator area will be installed within the project area outside the project fencing.

• Barbed wire will only be used atop project fencing where required by utility code, such as the substation. Project fencing around the panels will be agricultural in appearance and will be removed upon the project’s decommissioning.

• A contribution of $25,000 will be made to the Marrs Township Fire Department when the project begins commercial operations with $5,000 payments made each

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year. Training will be offered up to twice yearly to address safety plans or training for Marrs Elementary School.

• A Marrs Elementary School representative will be invited to pre-construction meetings between the developer and county officials.

Security cameras will not be directed at non-participating neighbors’ homes.

• A contribution of $225,000 will be made to be used towards new communications towers that will help with radio service for responders within 45 days of commercial operations.

• No tax abatements will be requested for the project.

• Hours of construction will be limited to sunrise to sunset except between October 15 and March 15.

• The project will comply with a countyrecommended drainage plan and a Indiana Department of Environmental Management-recommended spill prevention, control and countermeasure plan.

• The project will protect, re-route or repair private drain tile on a participating landowner’s property that services neighboring properties in accordance with state code.

• No panels will be installed in the FEMA 100-year floodplain.

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Emilee Young and Timothy Young Traci Waller and Roland Waller, Sr. Tawshia Reese and James Reese, Jr.

Tiffany Jackson and Justin Jackson

Steven Brown and Miranda Brown Clemon Effinger, II and Angel Effinger

Sarah Duncan and Oscar Duncan, IV Lisa O’Brien and Benton Owens

Jason Leasure and Ashley Leasure

Carolyn Perkins and James Perkins, Jr.

to do so.

Posey County EMS Director Paul Micheletti reported his numbers for November as 224 Requests with 179 Transports, and $89,650.00 billed. He positively announced he is now fully staffed.

Kyle Reidford, representing the Posey County Sheriff’s Department, gave the inmate housing update as 86 Posey County inmates, 10 Indiana Department of Corrections, and 29 Vanderburgh County inmates for a total of 125 total inmates. He also reported that the Sheriff recently interviewed candidates for two open deputy spots.

Jamie Bradford, Posey County Dispatch Director, informed the Commissioners that she recently spoke with Council regarding the need to purchase a DNS server. Mrs. Bradford stated that this would help with the current issues with the Spillman system. She is also still working to correct the current radio issues.

Posey County Auditor Maegen Greenwell requested permission to use the courthouse lawn for the Christmas on Main Street parade staging area and it was granted. She announced the next meeting will be December 20, 2022, for both the Posey County Commissioners and Posey County Council. The Council meeting will begin at 9 a.m. and the Commissioners meeting will start after it is concluded.

teers and are highly qualified and experienced. They will works five days a week in the school for about an hour and a half each day. “I am confident my employees will do their very best. We are meeting this week to go through training,” Foote remarked.

• Other information to the board included December menus and an indoor facility update.

• The final board meeting of the year is set for Monday, December 19 at 5:45 p.m. in the high school Media Center. It will be the last meeting for Director Loren Evans and Board Member Kathy Weinzapfel. The first meeting of next year will be on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at 5:45 p.m. to organize the new year and elect officers.

Bridget Baehl and Rooster wait patiently for the Golf Cart Caroling to start in Poseyville on Sunday afternoon.

or https://www.affordableconnectivity.gov/.

Lifeline and the Affordable Connectivity Program are government assistance programs. The programs are non-transferable. Only eligible consumers may enroll in either program. There is a limit of one discount per household, per program. Lifeline credits on internet service are only available where minimum supported broadband service is available. If the household becomes ineligible for Lifeline and/or ACP, the household will be subject to TDS’ regular rates, terms, and conditions.

For more information from TDS about these programs, call 1-888-CALL-TDS or visit https://tdstelecom.com/lifeline.html or tdstelecom.com/acp.

Seth Goebel and Jake Herrington

Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Christmas comes from the heart

Christmas once started for me when the JC Penny and Sears catalogs came in the mail. They came early in the fall and I wore them out looking at the toy section. By December the catalogs were in shambles.

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My mother used to order clothes and other stuff from those catalogs. I don’t remember her ever ordering toys. They usually came from the five and dime store in our town of Inez, Ky. or G.C. Murphy’s store in Paintsville. Yet, the catalogs were fun and gave me ideas of the latest items for which to wish and hope.

I think my mother would enjoy the Internet today. She could order online like many of us are doing. Having Internet in the country is like have an updated Christmas catalog every day. There is always a means to shop and order. Back in that day, ordering was tedious and arrival took weeks. Shipping back a dress that didn’t fit was a long ordeal. As a child, there was always much more that I saw, dreamed

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of and wished for than I ever received. Some Christmases were lean and others were more abundant. Life is like that most of the time. We have hopes and wishes that never come true and some that do. It’s nice when one or two come true.

We hope for good health and enough money to pay the bills. We hope for our children to have meaningful lives and to be independent. We hope for peace and to see positive results from our efforts in life. We would all like to be compensated well for the jobs we do. Being stuck in a job that is restraining with little hope of better wages is discouraging. Everyone deserves a life where internal inspiration can lead to reward and a better life.

The hardest part of life is when we feel hopeless. A terminal illness. Hard work with little to no reward. An empty house that isn’t changing because you just buried a spouse. Failing when you may have tried hard or just decisions that didn’t work out too well. All of these and more can be heartbreaking. Heartbreak doesn’t do much for the Christmas spirit.

Those of us who have lived a few years know that Christmas doesn’t come in a catalog and never did. It doesn’t

Hooky and hunting

When I was in high school some friends and I decided to ditch the afternoon classes as it was close to Christmas break and we weren’t doing much in school anyway.

There was about six or seven of us and one kid had a 76 1/2 ton Chevy pickup that his uncle put a 500 cubic inch Cadillac engine in. That pickup was pretty hot. Anyway... They had been hounding me to take em rabbit hunting since I was a farm kid I knew where to go. So we all piled in Jeff’s pickup and off we went.

Loaded for bear with everything imaginable from shotguns to hunting rifles and we lit out.

I had been waiting patiently for this day to come as I was kinda ornery and liked a good joke. To make a good practical joke it takes planning and patience. We hunted a good while and it was getting close to sundown so I decided it was time to put my plan into action.

We had a good friend who had deer hanging around his farm and I thought we’d swing by there and I’d see just how honest my friends were... well we crossed the cattle guard and I said “hey hold up there’s a buck standing over there” Jeff skidded to a stop and we almost lost a few guys outta the back of the truck and I pointed out that buck. Them fellas was getting real excited looking at that big buck... and we just sat there looking. Then one kid named Louie whispers “can we shoot it?” It was quite for about a minute... then someone else said “I bet nobody will catch us way out here.”

I never said a peep, then of a sudden it sounded like WWIII cut loose. They started blasting away and I was trying my best to keep control. I said “you guys are horrible shots. You can’t even hit a deer that’s standing dead still. What’s wrong with y’all” Directly someone piped up and said “hey wait a minute I just shot and it sounded like it hit metal” I yelled back “be careful you don’t want to hit anything you can’t eat”

One more shot rang out then someone said “hey that deer ain’t real” I couldn’t hold it no longer and I busted out laughing.

come on Black Fridays or cyber-Mondays. The multitude of Christmas programs don’t bring Christmas. Decorated houses and trees are delightful, but they don’t create Christmas.

Christmas is an inside job. Christmas is in your heart and mind. The first Christmas was a peasant couple giving birth to a baby in a barn with a cow’s trough for a crib. They were poor and just paying their taxes was about all they could afford. Yet, the child brought a joy they had never experienced.

In Luke 2:19 we read, “but Mary treasured up all these things and pondered in her heart...” Consider what – and mainly who – brings you joy and what really matters in your life and let there be Christmas in your heart during this season.

Dr. Glenn Mollette is a graduate of numerous schools including Georgetown College, Southern and Lexington Seminaries in Kentucky. He is the author of 13 books including UncommSense, the Spiritual Chocolate series, Grandpa’s Store, Minister’s Guidebook insights from a fellow minister. His column is published weekly in over 600 publications in all 50 states.

Visit GlennMollette.com to learn more.

You see our neighbor made a steel cut out of a deer and painted it all up and if you was 100 yards out it looked just like a buck deer standing there in the edge of the cotton patch. It even had a reflective dot glued on for an eye so at night it would tempt even the most righteous soul into shooting at it.

Did I mentioned how dishonest they all were? I reckon I wouldn’t be going hunting with any of them... at least till they was reformed anyway.

Later I saw the neighbor and he asked how many were shooting at that deer because it sounded like a war had started.

They were pretty embarrassed, and after I took a few punches to my arm they settled down. They didn’t see any humor in it at first but they got over it pretty fast.

They weren’t the first victims to fall for that big buck.

We had to drive over closer and get out to take a closer look. It was full of plug welds along with some more recent holes.

Recently my son ran into Jeff and he still remembered that episode after all these years. Those were the good old days... memories made with a farm kid.

Matt Hostettler, State Representative

Help for veterans, and families this season

During the holiday season, some veterans may be struggling to make ends meet and provide for their families, but hope and help is available.

Through the Operation Holiday Program, veterans and their families can receive $300 per dependent child in the household and $200 per household toward a holiday meal. Applications are due by December 30, and need to be submitted online at in.gov/dva or by calling 317-232-3910.

This program is part of Indiana’s Military Family Relief Fund. This holiday season and beyond, Hoosiers can support those who have protected our freedoms by donating to this fund providing emergency grants to veterans, their widows, and military families struggling to pay for certain necessities like food, utilities, medical expenses and transportation needs.

Veterans in immediate need can connect to help quickly by calling 211, which is a free and confidential hotline Hoosiers can use to find local assistance with food, finances, utilities and housing. This line is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Jim Tomes, State Senator

The Indiana Senate is now accepting applications for the 2023 Senate Page Program, said State Sen. Jim Tomes (R-Wadesville).

Through the full-day program, students in grades six through 12 tour Indiana’s Statehouse, listen to debates and help staff with age-appropriate tasks. Students also have

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the opportunity to meet their state senator.

“I always appreciate welcoming the young Hoosiers who make the trip to Indianapolis to learn about their state government and how the legislative process operates firsthand,” Tomes said. “The Senate Page Program is a great opportunity for students to see how a bill moves through

The USSR Revisited

In Batumi, Georgia there are many Ukrainian flags flying and the blue and yellow colors of Ukraine are displayed in shops, on cars and even whole sides of buildings. Georgians relate to, understand and support Ukraine that has a border along the Black Sea as do Georgia and Russia.

The Black Sea is an important shipping water and leads ultimately to the Mediterranean Sea and therefore the whole world economy. Just as the Black Sea port of Odesa is critical for Ukraine to access the Black Sea, directly across the Black Sea is the equally vital port city of Batumi, Georgia where Peg and I are living. We look out from our apartment’s balcony across the Black Sea and often wonder if Russia will invade Georgia as it has before. In fact, Russia’s military currently occupies 20% of Georgia.

Peg and I drove within a few kilometers of part of the Georgian territory claimed by Russia when we traveled from the capital of Georgia, Tbilisi, to our judicial duty station in Batumi. We were warned to not try to get near the Russian military installation as Russia considers that a part of Russia, much as it does Ukraine’s Crimean area. And with our American passports, we might become fair game for a Gulag. Just ask Brittney Griner.

the legislative process, and I encourage all those interested in our area to consider paging with the Senate this session.”

The Senate Page Program will begin in January and run through early April.

Positions fill quickly, so it is important to apply early. Pages are scheduled for Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays during

As I am writing this column on Sunday morning, December 4 (our son’s birthday, by the way) I am looking out our 17th floor window at merchant ships on the Black Sea. One of the ships has two large metal tanks that occupy almost the entire length of the ship and appear to be equipped to haul natural gas. Many of the ships that go by us are loaded with semi-trailers. Batumi has little in the way of exports except wine; Georgia claims to be the 8,000 year old birthplace of wine. However, as this is both a port city and a warm water tourist destination, a great deal of grain and manufactured materials are imported to Batumi. The concern, of course, is that Georgia with its 37,000 man military would be a mere nuisance if Russia and its million man army decided this port is an attractive excuse to re-claim all of Georgia as part of the historical Russia. After all, Stalin was born in Gori, Georgia and even attended the Tbilisi Spiritual Seminary. Since Stalin was history’s greatest butcher of human beings and presided over the Soviet Union (U.S.S.R.) for over 25 years, the concerns of Georgians do not seem unreasonable.

Speaking of the U.S.S.R., the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, I am currently reading a book that cites stories from Georgian persons who lived under the Soviet Union. The book contains 70 stories, one for each of the 70 years the U.S.S.R. existed, and was compiled by editor Buba Kudava. In his forward to the book, Kudava addresses the U.S.S.R. name:

the legislative session. They begin their day at 8:30 a.m. and are dismissed at 3:30 p.m. Groups serve together on Wednesdays. Serving as a page is considered an excused absence from school.

For more information or to apply, visit www.IndianaSenateRepublicans.com/pageprogram.

“Until only recently, Georgia was part of a country whose falsity began with its very name. The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, as it was called in full. Four assertions, and all four of them lies.

How, after all, could the term “union” be applied to a group of territories brought together without their consent, through fear and violence, and held together through force of arms? How could the descriptor “soviet” be used when no true “councils” were consulted and no true counsel sought? How could rampant totalitarianism be described as “socialist”? And how could any of the “union’s” 15 sham “republics” be deemed worthy of that name, with all of its associated high ideals?

Four assertions, and the same number of falsehoods.”

Life in Soviet Georgia, ISBN 978-9941-487-64-4 (2021), p. 7

Literature often tells us more than news reports about what actually happened to people and how it felt to those affected by the events. The stories from this book strike me as valid observations of where Russia truly stands when it comes to Ukraine and Georgia and maybe the other thirteen “Republics” of the old U.S.S.R. I understand why Georgians stand with Ukrainians.

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0ver 100 people were thrilled to meet Joy, the reindeer and other animals from the North Pole at Jingle John the Elf Show at the Alexandrian Public Library Friday night. Jayce Robertson, 11, of Mount Vernon dressed as a sloth for the program. Elf John said it was a meeting of a northern and a southern loving animal.

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Kaitlyn, Landon, and Joe Kittinger enjoy their time during Christmas activities at the Mount Vernon Riverfront on Saturday afternoon.

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Mount Vernon Community Church/ Black’s Chapel held their annual Live Nativity on Sunday evening in Mount Vernon. Photo by Dave Pearce

IGA’s Agnes Bowlds retires after 40 ‘productive’ years

By Pam Robinson

Long-time McKim’s IGA Produce Manager Agnes Bowlds lives by the motto, “A lady never tells her age.” She will admit, however, she has worked with produce for 40 years, starting and ending with Larry Williams, head manager over McKim’s IGA, semi-retired himself now.

“When Larry and I first met, we worked for the Royal Super Foods, which was built on the west side of Evansville, the second business, I believe, in that whole area.” A west-sider herself, Agnes worked under Larry there until Larry moved to McKim’s IGA.

The Evansville Wesselman’s on Fulton Avenue was the next stop for Agnes. Hearing she was unhappy, Larry extended the invitation to work for him again. She had served at McKim’s IGA, making the round-trip drive from the west side, for 19 years before her retirement on November 17, 2022.

“She has been the most loyal, dedicated, and hardest working person I’ve ever met in my life,” Larry states. “I worked side by side with her a couple of times over the

years, and I couldn’t keep up with her.” One of a trio of long-time employees (including his son Brian, store manager now), Agnes clearly has captured Larry’s heart.

“She was always a slight woman, not very big, but, man, she could pick up those 40-pound cases of lettuce and throw them around and a 50-pound bag of onions and throw them around—like an 18-year-old kid couldn’t do,” Larry marvels.

He even understands Agnes’ moods. “Aggie [as he fondly calls her] reminds me of a Marine. Some people say, ‘If a Marine ain’t b!@ching, he ain’t happy.’ Sometimes . . .one of the boys [his sons, also employees at McKim’s IGA] would say, ‘Aggie is madder than hell back there [in the back of the store].’ I said, ‘That means she’s happy.’ If she wasn’t complaining, she was really upset about something.”

Sure enough, Agnes will tell you, “I really liked my work. I enjoy working. It’s a lot of good exercise to stay busy all the time.”

She enjoyed the customers she met also, especially in Mount Vernon. “I met so many nice and wonderful people

that live down there,” she says.

In retirement, she spends a lot of time with her male companion, her daughter, and one of her sisters. She enjoys time with her son, four grandchildren, and two great grandchildren also. Her husband passed away 16 years ago. She values family and friends and spending time with them above all else.

“I’ve always considered Larry and his three sons like my family,” she confesses. “Their store was a really, really good place to work. They always tried to be fair to everyone.” In turn, Larry agrees, Agnes is “absolutely like family.”

Larry can’t believe Agnes has truly retired. “I think she’ll be back,” he comments. “Aggie makes the most beautiful fruit baskets. We’ve always had a good reputation for good fruit baskets. But it’s a lot of work, and I think she was looking at things and didn’t want to do it this season.

“As she was leaving, she said, ‘If you guys ever get in a bind, or you need somebody for an emergency or something, just give me a call.’ So we figure we’ll let her rest for a while, and maybe in the spring, we’ll go back after her again.”

Larry goes even further with the highest praise an employee could ever receive, “As long as I am in a position to hire people, my door for Aggie is always open. If we don’t have a position open, we’ll create one. My boys all feel the same way.”

All In Friday brings out the best in students, athletes

By Trisha L. Lopez

More than 20 Mount Vernon High School athletes and band members visited West Elementary School Friday morning for All In Friday, a new program headed by the Mount Vernon Athletic Department in partnership with Mount Vernon Kiwanis dedicated to increasing engagement with future Wildcats. Wildcats gathered in the West cafeteria for breakfast and autographs with nearly 200 students in grades kindergarten through five. Lines of excited youngsters moved from table to table as they collected signatures on everything from pre-printed autograph sheets to arms and foreheads and chatted with their high school heroes. After breakfast, West Elementary Principal Amanda Wilson moved the party to the hallway. Students lined the way as their high school visitors gave high fives and marched to the Mount Vernon Fight Song en route to the gymnasium for a pep session led by Mount Vernon Boys Bas-

ketball Coach Joe Newcomb. Wilson said it was nice to see several former West students among Wildcats in attendance. She said Friday was “a day many of our students will never forget.”

“We were thrilled to have Mount Vernon High School student athletes and band members in our building for the first All In Friday. We believe it is important for our students at West to have the opportunity to see a variety of activities they can participate in as they continue their paths through the MSD of Mount Vernon,” Wilson said. “Specifically, having the chance to interact with students who attended West has strong motivation and inspiration for our students. Both our staff and students had so much fun and many wonderful memories were made.”

Coaches were asked to send two or three members from boys and girls basketball, boys and girls wrestling, boys and girls swimming, cheerleading and the pep band

along with members of the school’s Student Athletic Council. Mount Vernon Kiwanis provided paper for students to make posters to decorate the school’s halls and the school’s art classes designed and created the run-through banner that Mount Vernon’s boys basketball team used when they entered the gym prior to the start of Friday’s county rivalry game against North Posey. Plans are underway to host All in Friday events at Farmersville Elementary School, Marrs Elementary School and Saint Matthew Elementary School after Christmas break.

Mount Vernon High School Principal Kyle Jones, Assistant Principal Justin Fischer, Athletic Director Leigh Latshaw, Assistant Athletic Director Hank Lopez and Mount Vernon Kiwanis Vice President Trisha Lopez joined Newcomb and the Wildcats at the program kick off at West.

“It was awesome to see the faces of not only the elementary kids, but the high school kids. It was a great opportunity for our high school student athletes to see the impact they can make as role models. I had one of our

high school athletes tell me that this was the most special he’s ever felt as an athlete,” Hank Lopez said.

Many West students were in attendance at Friday’s game, where they were invited onto the floor to hold the banner they had created in class. Several carried basketballs they’d caught at Friday’s pep session. One boy brought a large poster he’d made for athletes to sign at breakfast. He waited nearly 40 minutes outside the locker room after the game for his favorite player Nicot Burnett’s autograph to add to those collected almost 16 hours earlier.

“I think most of us had heroes that we saw on basketball courts, football fields or in school activities when we were growing up. They inspired us. They gave us something to aspire to,” Lopez said. “Facilitating positive connections between our current Wildcats and our future Wildcats is our way to show both groups that their impact at Mount Vernon is felt well beyond wins and losses. They have the power to motivate and create lasting change.”

Agnes Bowlds

Mount Vernon wrestlers Colton Lippe and Ethan Yarber talking with first grader Harper Ellis at All In Friday at West Elementary School.

Mount Vernon basketball player Jackson Clowers with West Elementary students at All In Friday.

Mount Vernon basketball player Nicot Burnett signs autographs at All In Friday at West Elementary School.

Mount Vernon band member Mallory Kuhn signing autographs and eating breakfast with West Elementary students at All In Friday.

By Dave Pearce

Not long ago, after North Posey senior Erin Hoehn had made her decision as to where she wanted to continue her academic and athletic careers, a conspicuous sign showed up on her social media page. Somewhere below the picture

of the standout athlete’s picture, the big ‘M’, and all the yellow and blue, the word ‘Committed’ had been stamped on her post.

To most people that was something new and exciting. But to those who have been around Erin and the softball com-

munity for the past 9 or 10 years, the word “committed” was more than just a word. It had been the theme song of Eric Hoehn since she became involved in competitive softball at age 8 with best friend Lauren Kihn.

This past week, that commitment paid off as Hoehn officially signed scholarship papers to attend the University of Michigan and become a Wolverine for at least the next four years and likely for life.

“The first real memories I have of playing softball are from 8U,” Hoehn said during a half-time interview this week as she cheered on her North Posey Viking boys’ basketball counterparts. “We would go into tournaments where our dads would dress up and wear crazy socks and listen to crazy music out in the field and do dances. It was just so much fun. We were called the Evansville Heat.”

And Hoehn’s parents and entire family remain a critical part of her life and her success. Dad, Jason, has helped coach the high school team as a volunteer and you would be hardpressed to name a game where her mother Kelly wasn’t present. Both of them have shared in joy of taking her place-toplace to compete year-round all over the United States with various teams.

“I started hitting practice at a pretty young age but I didn’t start pitching until I was 10,” Hoehn explained. “It just all started happening after T-ball. I had a choice between playing a softball or doing cheer. I stuck with softball.”

The entire North Posey Athletic Department is glad she did.

She continued to play volleyball and basketball as well, leaving basketball by the wayside in junior high.

Anyone who has watched Hoehn in a competitive situation for any length of time would never try to deny her athleticism. It comes from both her mom and dad as they pushed her hard to be better and took her to places to get training. Kelly played basketball and volleyball and one year

Vikings split this week’s games with Eagles, Patriots

By Chris Morlan

Since the loss by Boonville a week ago, the North Posey boys’ basketball team has regrouped and put together a little winning streak. The Vikings faced the 2-2 Evansville Day School Eagles with sharpshooter Tyler Myers. North Posey overcame Myers scoring and beat the Eagles 69-58. Jackson Graff contributed 14 points, 13 rebounds, and 11 assists for the Vikings. This is the first ever triple double by a North Posey boys basketball player in the school’s history.

With the win, North Posey improved their season record to two wins and two losses. Day School lost their second game in a row and fell to two wins and three losses on the season.

Prior to the game, Myers was 29 points from becoming Evansville’s high school all-time leading scorer in points. Myers scored 35 points against the Vikings to pass Mekhi Lairy from Evansville Bosse in 2018 with 2,237 points. Currently, Myers now has 2,243 points after the North Posey game. Myers nearly has a full season to extend that record out of reach.

North Posey had a rough time containing Myers in the first quarter and the Eagles took a 18-17 lead after the first eight minutes played. The Vikings came out blazing in the second quarter outscoring Day School 23-11. At the end of the first half, North Posey led 40-29.

In the third quarter, North Posey was up by as much as seventeen points. Day School fought to the end and scored 20 points in the fourth quarter. The Eagles cut the Viking lead to eleven points and North Posey escaped with a 69-58 win.

All eight players that played for the Vikings scored in the game. Three of the eight players scored in double digits. Colin Schipp led the Vikings with 22 points. Sophomore Austin Schmitt had another good game with 15 points and Graff with 14 points.

VARSITY, Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at North Posey North Posey 17 23 15 14 — 69 Evansville Day 18 11 9 20 — 58 NORTH POSEY (69): C. Schipp 8 2-2 22, L. Stone 0 2-2 2, A. Schmitt 7 0-0 15, J. Graff 5 4-7 14, K. Wathen 2

EVANSVILLE DAY (58): Knust 4 0-0 8, T. Myers 15 5-9 35, Wilsey 1 0-0 3, Cooper 5 0-0 12, Kelley 0 0-0 0, Phillips 0 0-0 0, Boyle 0 0-0 0, Hout 0 0-0 0

3-point field goals: North Posey 7 (C. Schipp 4, K. Wathen 1, A. Schmitt 1, K. Gengelbach 1), Evansville Day 3 (Cooper 2, Wilsey 1); Free Throws: North Posey 8-11, Evansville Day 5-9; Fouls: North Posey 12, Evansville Day 11

The Vikings played at home last Friday night against the Heritage Hills Patriots. Heritage Hills is led by super-sophomore Trent Sisley, who is a six-foot-eight forward that averages 25.7 points per game. Prior to this game, the Patriots had a 2-1 record, while the Vikings came into this game with a 2-2 record along with a two-game win streak.

North Posey played a great game but struggled at the beginning of the second half when Heritage Hills went on a 11-0 scoring run to lead 31-23. The Vikings were down 37-30 to start the fourth quarter and rallied back to make it a two-point game on a few possessions. Heritage Hills escaped with a 51-46 win over the Vikings.

Jackson Graff led the Vikings in scoring with 22 points. Graff was perfect from the free throw line going nine for nine from the stripe. Colin Schipp finished with 14 points. Schipp made three 3-pointers in the game. Trent Sisley led the Patriots with a game-high 27 points. Charlie Brentlinger finished with 10 points for Heritage Hills.

VARSITY, Friday, December 9, 2022, at North Posey North Posey 11 12 7 16 — 46 Heritage Hills 8 12 17 14 — 51

NORTH POSEY (46): C. Schipp 5 1-1 14, L. Stone 1 1-2 3, A. Schmitt 0 5-6 5, J. Graff 6 9-9 22, E. Mansfield 1 0-0 2, K. Gengelbach 0 0-0 0

HERITAGE HILLS (51): H. Meredith 0 0-0 0, C. Brentlinger 5 0-0 10, C. Hopf 3 0-0 6, T. Sisley 11 4-5 27, M. Becher 2 1-3 6, P. Gray 0 0-0 0, P. Lashley 0 0-0 0, J. Prior 1 0-0 2

J. Graff

(C. Schipp

3-point field goals: North Posey

Lady ‘Cats are dominant in prestigious Terre Haute event

ing with a score of 120.20.

By Trisha L. Lopez

The Lady Wildcats won eight events and bested second place West Lafayette by 82 points. West Vigo finished third and the host Braves finished fourth. Terre Haute South won the men’s team event. West Lafayette finished in second and North Putnam finished in third ahead of the Wildcats.

Coach Erinn Jankowski called Saturday “a great day” and said each swimmer had a season best time in the meet.

“This was one of those ‘hard work pays off’ moments for sure. We have been working on a few critical fundamentals over and over, and today I saw it click and come together with our team. They look great. They are focused…they are racing,” Jankowski said.

Sophomore Jaley Hamilton, senior Kaleigh Kelley, junior Krissy Bazan and junior Maddie Maier won the 200 Medley Relay, finishing more than eight seconds ahead of the second place team from West Lafayette with a time of 1:54.87.

Sophomore Jaxston Raben, sophomore John Thomason, senior Khai Willard and senior Rossy Hollinger finished fifth in the men’s 200 Medley Relay with a time of 1:55.50.

Senior Sophie Kloppenburg won the 200 Freestyle with a time of 1:57.63. Senior Haley Rutledge finished fifth and sophomore Andrea Rutledge finished sixth.

Thomason was the highest finishing Wildcat in the men’s 200 Freestyle in fifth place with a time of 2:06.68. Junior Mark Gray finished 11th and freshman Ryan McCullum finished 16th.

Bazan took second place honors in the 200 IM with a time of 2:21.32. Sophomore Malley Wagner finished fifth and junior Grace Reyes finished 13th.

Kelley paced the field in the 50 Freestyle with a time of 24.23…more than a second faster than runner up Demme Hancewicz from Terre Haute South. Junior Julien Glover finished sixth and Maier finished seventh.

Raben placed fifth in the men’s 50 Freestyle with a time of 25.36. Senior Scott Russell finished sixth and sophomore Drew Aaron finished 16th.

Junior Josh Shumate finished third in men’s one meter div-

Bazan placed third in the 100 Butterfly with a time of 1:04.63. Haley Rutledge finished fifth and freshman Samantha Bouch finished seventh.

Willard finished third in the men’s 100 Butterfly with a time of 58.22. Junior Mark Gray finished 13th.

Hamilton was the runner-up in the 100 Freestyle with a time of 55.94. Glover finished fifth and Maier came in sixth.

Russell finished fifth in the men’s 100 Freestyle with a time of 57.56. Hollinger finished sixth and Aaron finished 14th.

Kloppenburg won the 500 Freestyle with a time of 5:16.02, besting second place finisher Lily Baumgardner of West Lafayette by nearly 25 seconds. Andrea Rutledge finished sixth.

Kloppenburg, Hamilton, Maier and Glover won the 200 Freestyle Relay with a time of 1:46.18. The team of Wagner, freshman Ellie Blackburn, Bouch and Haley Rutledge finished sixth.

Hollinger, Russell, Willard and Raben finished third in the men’s 200 Freestyle Relay with a time of 1:42.87. The team of Shumate, McCullum, Aaron and Gray finished 11th.

Hamilton won the 100 Backstroke with a time of 1:05.29, more than four seconds in front of second place Ella Loomis of West Vigo. Blackburn finished eighth and Reyes finished 13th.

McCullum finished in 12th place in the men’s 100 Backstroke with a time of 1:35.42.

Kelley won the 100 Breastroke with a time of 1:06.78. Wagner finished sixth and Bouch finished ninth.

Thomason finished sixth in the men’s 100 Breaststroke with a time of 1:13.68.

Kloppenburg, Glover, Bazan and Kelley won the 400 Freestyle Relay with a time of 3:44.27. Freshman Courtney Raleigh, Blackburn, Reyes and Andrea Rutledge finished seventh.

The men’s 400 Freestyle Relay team of Hollinger, Russell, Willard and Raben finished third with a time of 3:48.22. Thomason, McCullum, Aaron and Gray finished ninth.

Ladies’ team scores were: Mount Vernon, first, 474; West Lafayette, second, 392; West Vigo, third, 288; Terre Haute South, fourth, 276; South Putnam, fifth, 261; North Putnam, sixth, 205; Frankfort, seventh, 107; and South Knox, eighth, 47.

Mount Vernon swimming continued its winning ways on Saturday, with the ladies’ team claiming top honors and the men’s team finishing fourth in the Terre Haute Splashing Through the Snow Invitational at the Terre Haute Aquatic Center.

Men’s team scores were: Terre Haute South, first, 554; West Lafayette, second, 497; North Putnam, third, 282; Mount Vernon, fourth, 237; South Putnam, fifth, 221; Frankfort, sixth, 95; and West Vigo, seventh, 36.

The Wildcats will travel to Castle on Thursday.

Those present for Erin Hoehn’s signing with the University of Michigan to continue her education and softball carrer are, in front, Brody Hoehn, Zoey Higgins, and Veda Hoehn. In the second row are Abi Higgins, Liam Higgins, Makenna Hoehn, Maverick Hoehn, Debbie Hoehn, and Ayela Hoehn. In row three are Logan Hoehn, Tom Snyder, Melissa Higgins, Isabella Higgins, Paul Higgins, Chad Hoehn, Traeger Hoehn, Jennifer Hoehn, Erin Hoehn, Francis Hoehn, Kelly Hoehn, Jane Snyder, and Jason Hoehn. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Viking Liam Stone starts to go up for a shot in the lane when he realizes he is being defended by 6-8 senior Trent Sisley. Stone turned in a yeoman’s performance on defense in the lane. Photo by Dave Pearce

Lady Vikings are close in both competitive PAC games

By Chris Morlan

Going cold and scoreless at the end of a game most likely will cost you a contest. This is what happened to the North Posey girls’ basketball team last Tuesday night against Southridge. Don’t get me wrong, North Posey stayed in the game and had a chance to win. The Lady Vikings could not close it out. North Posey went without any points scored in the final four minutes to lose 40-30 against the Lady Raiders.

This loss snapped the Lady Vikings fivegame win streak. For the season, North Posey is 5-2 and 2-2 in the Pocket Athletic Conference. Southridge improved to 7-3 overall and 5-0 in the PAC.

North Posey led 4-3 halfway through the first quarter. Then Southridge went on a 7-0 scoring run to end the first quarter with a 10-4 lead. The Lady Vikings outscored Southridge 9-6 in the second quarter and tied the game at 13-13 in the final minute of the first half. Southridge led 16-13 at the break.

In the third quarter, North Posey gained the lead at 23-21 on an Ashleigh Blankenship two-point basket. After that, Southridge took over the game and the Lady Vikings trailed the rest of the way. The Lady Raiders controlled the fourth quarter to beat North Posey by ten points. Freshman Mallory Luigs led the Lady Vikings in scoring with 11 points.

VARSITY, Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at Southridge

North Posey 4 9 12 5 — 30 Southridge 10 6 12 12 — 40

NORTH POSEY (30): M. Luigs 5 0-0 11, A. Elpers 1 0-0 3, A. Heath 2 0-0 4, A. Blankenship 2 0-2 4, E. Weatherholt 1 0-0 2, L. Kihn 1 0-0 2, J. Ward 2 0-0 4, K. Bender 0 0-0 0

SOUTHRIDGE (40): M. Marshall 2 6-10, B. Keusch 5 2-5 12, A. Montgomery 3 4-4 13, M. Tempel 1 2-2 5, B. Blessinger 0 0-0 0, A. Wagner 0 0-0 0

3-point field goals: North Posey 2 (A. Elpers 1, M. Luigs 1), Southridge 4 (A. Montgomery 3, M. Tempel 1); Free Throws: North Posey 0-2, Southridge 14-21; Fouls: North Posey 13, Southridge 6

The North Posey junior varsity team easily defeated the Southridge Lady Raiders 28-8 in the opening game of the evening. North Posey led 14-0 at the end of the first half. Southridge did not get their first basket

of the game until the third quarter. The Lady Vikings outscored Southridge 14-8 in the second half to win by twenty points.

Kyleigh Bender led the Lady Vikings in scoring with a game-high 10 points. Mackenzie Mills finished with five points, followed by Addie Murphy with four points, Makenna Bryant with four points, Ava Crawford with three points, and Laney Owens with two points.

North Posey was back home last Thursday night in a conference matchup against the Washington Lady Hatchets. The Lady Vikings looked good starting off this game in the first quarter. North Posey jumped out to an 8-0 lead before Washington called a timeout. This was the Lady Vikings best quarter played in this game. After one quarter, North Posey led 18-11.

Washington creeped back in this battle during the second quarter and ended the first half only down by one point at 28-27. North Posey struggled in the second half. Washington took their first lead of the game at 32-30 with 6:40 remaining in the third quarter. Hatchet forward Shay Hawk scored 14 of the teams 21 third quarter points. At the end of the third quarter, Washington led 48-43. In the fourth quarter, the Hatchets extended their lead to as much as seven points. North Posey would get back within two or three points down, then Washington would go back up by seven points. North Posey lost to Washington 59-53.

North Posey has now lost two games in a row and their season record fell to five wins and three losses. Washington improved to five wins and four losses. Jaz Ward led the Lady Vikings in scoring with 13 points. Alyssa Heath finished with 11 points. Shay Hawk led Washington in scoring with a game-high 18 points.

VARSITY, Thursday, December 8, 2022, at North Posey North Posey 18 10 15 10 — 53 Washington 11 6 21 11 — 59

NORTH POSEY (53): M. Luigs 3 0-0 8, A. Elpers 3 0-0 7, A. Heath 3 2-2 11, A. Blankenship 2 2-2 7, E. Weatherholt 3 0-0 7, L. Kihn 0 0-0 0, J. Ward 5 3-4 13 WASHINGTON (59): I. Howell 1 0-0 2, A. Frank 5 2-3 13, C. Browning 0 3-4 3, O. Gilley 4 0-0 8, S. Hawk 7 4-6 18, E. Williams 0 0-0 0, H. Cummins 0 0-0 0, K. Reed 5 3-6 15

3-point field goals: North Posey 8 (A. Heath 3, M. Luigs 2, A. Elpers 1, E. Weatherholt 1, A. Blankenship 1), Washington 3 (K. Reed 2, A. Frank 1); Free Throws: North Posey 7-8, Washington 13-19; Fouls: North Posey 15, Washington 11

In the junior varsity game, North Posey defeated Washington 39-27. The Lady Vikings held a 22-21 lead at the halftime break.

Lady Cats earning experience with pain

By Trisha L. Lopez

The Lady Wildcats struggled to contain Boonville’s shooters and Mount Vernon fell 49-22 at home on Saturday, Boonville freshman Emily Parker was lights out from beyond the arc in the opening quarter of Saturday’s noon matchup. She drained her first of three first quarter threes less than a minute into the game and hit a second 45 seconds later. A steal and score for Mount Vernon junior Arlissa Sharber cut into the visitors’ lead, 6-2…the closest the contest would be for the rest of the afternoon. Sophomore Ali Ward hit a three for Boonville a minute later. Both teams floundered a bit in the middle of the quarter. A defensive rebound for Mount Vernon junior Molly Jones gave the Cats the ball back, but a stolen pass sent Mount Vernon back to the other end of the floor without a bucket. Sharber played pickpocket and found Jones under the basket for a layup to take the score to 9-4 with two minutes to go in the first quarter. Parker’s third triple of the quarter came with 34.2 seconds on the clock and the Lady Pioneers scored again courtesy of a steal and bucket by Ward to take a 14-4 edge into the start of the second quarter.

Mount Vernon started the quarter with the ball, but couldn’t get a shot to land and Boonville came away with a rebound and bucket for Parker. A jumpshot for Sharber cut the lead to 10, but a pair of free throws by Parker gave the visitors an 18-6 advantage. Sharber drove to the basket and scored and a steal by Jones put the Cats in good position, but they turned the ball over and Boonville capitalized with a three-point play by senior Ashtyn Mayes. Mount Vernon senior Mallory Nurrenburn nabbed a steal and drove to the hoop for a layup and the Cats deficit shrank to 23-8. Senior Lera Wilson scored with 2:45 to go in the half to cut into Boonville’s advantage again, 23-10. Boonville freshman Abigail Wongler came up with a steal and was fouled driving to the basket. She sank both free throws to give Boonville a 25-10 lead. Nurrenburn was fouled underneath on the Lady

Wildcats next offensive possession. She missed the first free throw, but hit the second. Mount Vernon grabbed a defensive rebound on the other end of the floor and found Nurrenburn who drew another foul to return to the free throw line for the second time in 15 seconds. She hit both shots to cut the Lady Pioneers lead to 12, but Wongler scored again. Nurrenburn made a third trip to the free throw line with 35 seconds remaining in the half. She missed the first, but hit the second and the Lady Wildcats went into the break trailing 27-14.

Boonville’s aggressive defense made scoring almost impossible for Mount Vernon. The Lady Wildcats scored just four points in the third and fourth quarters en route to the 49-22 loss.

Sharber led the way for Mount Vernon with 12 points, one assist, six rebounds and four steals. Nurrenburn had four points, seven rebounds and one block. Wilson had two points, one assist, eight rebounds and one block. Jones had two points, two assists, five rebounds, one block and one steal. Junior Abbie Ries had two points and one rebound.

Mount Vernon fell on the road at Evansville Mater Dei on Tuesday, 57-22.

The Lady Wildcats were led by Nurrenburn with eight points, one assist, five rebounds and one steal. Sharber had four points, one assist and seven rebounds. Junior Ashley Lilleston had three points, two assists and three rebounds. Freshman Hannah McNeece had two points. Jones had two points, one assist, four rebounds, two blocks and six steals.

Mount Vernon’s junior varsity team was defeated by Mater Dei 52-9 on Tuesday.

Freshman Abbie Powell led the way with four points. Sophomore Kyra Rainey had two points, one rebound and two steals. Sophomore Addison Chilton had two points and three rebounds. Sophomore Chloe Swartz had one point, one rebound and one steal.

Mount Vernon (1-9) will travel to Carmi, Ill. (2-8) today and host Washington (6-4) on Saturday

During the second half, North Posey outscored Washington 17-6. North Posey held the Lady Hatchets scoreless in the fourth quarter for the win.

Kyleigh Bender and Jenna Wehmer scored 12 points apiece. Laney Owens finished with six points, Makenna Bryant with five points, Addie Murphy with two points, and Ava Crawford with two points.

Murphy shines but team fails to win

stayed

By Chris Morlan

after three quarters. Both

North Posey’s Dylan Murphy had a career day scoring game-high 35 points for the Vikings. Will Barton finished with four points, Brennon Reich with two points, and Levi Koester with one point.

(Eighth Grade) Fort Branch 28, North Posey 16: Neither team could make baskets in this matchup. After one quarter, this game was tied at 3-3. Fort Branch went on a 13-1 scoring run to take a 16-4 lead at the end of the first half. North Posey continued to struggle

points in the third quarter. Fort Branch extended their lead to 24-5 going into the final quarter of the game. The Vikings scored 11 fourth quarter points and lost this battle by 12 points.

Brody Fehn led the Vikings in scoring with seven points. David Nenneker, Jaidon Parkman, and Ashton Reidford each scored two points. Easton Robinson, Reid Kihn, and Landon Huff each made one free throw.

Mount Vernon Wildcat Molly Jones gets around her defender for a shot against Mater Dei this week. The Wildcats are experiencing growing pains. Photo by Dave Pearce

North Posey’s Ashton Elpers turns the corner on her Washington defender during this week’s loss to the Hatchets. The Vikings are hoping that playing the tough schedule will help come tournament time. Photo by Dave Pearce

North Posey’s

points,

rebounds,

this week’s win over Evansville Day School.

The North Posey seventh grade boys’ basketball team played at home last Monday night against the Fort Branch Twigs. This game

close all four quarters but when it was all said and done, Fort Branch edged the Vikings 48-42. The Twigs defeated the North Posey eighth graders 28-16.

(Seventh Grade) Fort Branch 48, North Posey 42: Fort Branch led most of the game and took a 24-16 advantage to the halftime break. The Twigs led by six points

schools scored 16 points each in the fourth quarter with Fort Branch winning by six points.

scoring

By Chris Morlan

tournament, the Vikings competed against eight schools in this two-day event.

North Posey faced some tough competition in this conference meet. In the eight matches

the Vikings competed. North Posey beat five of their opponents and lost to three schools.

The Vikings defeated Gibson Southern, Pike Central, Princeton, Southridge, and Forest Park.

Heritage Hills, Tell City, and Washington beat the Vikings.

Top performers in this meet for the Vikings were Gavin Wheeler going undefeated with an 8-0 record with five pins. Ty Mauck finished 6-0 with four pins. Tristen Gammon competed in the 285-pound weight class and had seven wins and one loss with five pins. Trace Martin, Reece Terhune, Kaleb Baehl, and Myles Belt all had six wins and two losses. Wyatt Gamblin went 5-2 in the 152-pound weight class.

Heritage Hills 61, North Posey 16: 120: G. Wheeler (NP) def D. Pledger (HH) by dec 7-2; 126: S. Winsell (HH) won by forfeit; 132: T. Mauck (NP) def Duttlinger (HH) by dec 8-6; 138: Papperan (HH) def T. Martin (NP) by fall; 145: A. Smith (HH) def T. Martin (NP) by fall (0:34); 152: B. Chew (HH) def K. Brown (NP) by fall (0:39); 160: Scherer (HH) won by forfeit; 170: Goldsberry (HH) def

L. Shelby (NP) by fall (1:08); 182: Schaefer (HH) won by forfeit; 195: Hart (HH) def R. Terhune (NP) by fall (0:45); 220: Ford (HH) won by forfeit; 285: Kelley (HH) def T. Gammon (NP) by fall (3:29); 106: K. Baehl won by MD 10-0; 113: Farler (HH) def M. Belt (NP) by fall 3:29

North Posey 48, Gibson Southern 25: 106: K. Baehl (NP) def Stallsmith (GS) by fall (0:43); 113: M. Belt (NP) won by forfeit; 120: G. Wheeler (NP) def Coleman (GS) by fall (3:32); 126: L. Emery (GS) won by forfeit; 138: T. Wahl (GS) def T. Martin by dec 7-3; 145: T. Martin (NP) def K. Remington (GS) by fall (1:09); 152: W. Gamblin (NP) def C. Sokeland (GS) by fall (2:35); 160: J. Rose (GS) def L. Shelby (NP) by MD 16-7; 170: B. Rose (GS) def A. Duke (NP) by fall (0:53); 182: K. Richardville (GS) won by forfeit; 195: B. Oakley (NP) won by forfeit; 220: R. Terhune (NP) def J.

Dill (GS) by fall (1:30); 285: T. Gammon (NP) def B. Ulm (GS) by fall (5:27)

North Posey 60, Pike Central 24: 285: T. Gammon (NP) def Goins (PC) by fall (2:52); 106: M. Belt (NP) won by forfeit; 113: K. Baehl (NP) won by forfeit; 120: G. Wheeler (NP) def Martin (PC) by fall (2:19); 126: Boyd (PC) won by forfeit; 132: T. Mauck (NP) def Gladdish (PC) by fall (5:38); 138: T. Martin (NP) def Thomas (PC) by fall (0:59); 145: K. Brown (NP) def Gray (PC) by fall (1:19); 152: W. Gamblin (NP) def Mosby (PC) by fall (1:40); 160: L. Shelby (NP) def Bolen (PC) by fall (1:06); 170: Shelton (PC) def A. Duke (NP) by fall (1:42); 182: C. Kohl (PC) won by forfeit; 195: R. Terhune (NP) def Simpson (PC) by fall (2:17); 220: Goeppner (PC) won by forfeit

North Posey 57, Princeton 18: 113: M. Belt (NP) won by forfeit; 120: G. Wheeler (NP) won by forfeit; 132: T. Mauck (NP) def J. Martin (P) by fall 3:27; 138: Keen (P) def E. Steuth (NP) by fall (1:35); 145: T. Martin (NP) def Dillon (P) by fall (3:29); 152: W. Gamblin (NP) won by forfeit; 160: L. Shelby (NP) def J. Keen (P) by fall (3:16); 170: A. Duke (NP) def K. Frye (P) by fall (0:36); 182: J. Kearney (P) won by forfeit; 195: R. Terhune (NP) def Baker (P) by fall (0:36); 220: I. Martin (P) won by forfeit; 285: T. Gammon (NP) won by forfeit; 106: K. Baehl (NP) def G. Slander (P) by dec 4-1 North Posey 42, Southridge 33: 106: K. Baehl (NP) def Blessinger (SR) by fall (5:33); 113: M. Belt (NP) def Ferguson (SR) by fall (1:15); 120: G. Wheeler (NP) def C. Fogle (SR) by dec 5-4; 126: Anderson (SR) won by forfeit; 132: T. Mauck (NP) def Worthling (SR) by dec 13-10; 138: T. Martin (NP) def Bowman (SR) by fall (1:58); 145: K. Brown (NP) def J. Boeglin (SR) by fall (0:47); 152: A. Laughlin (SR) def W. Gamblin (NP) by fall (0:47); 160: H. Allen (SR) def L. Shelby (NP) by dec 6-4; 170: M. Vernon (SR) def A. Duke (NP) by fall (0:49); 182: B. Kramer (SR) won by forfeit; 195: B. Oakley (NP) won by forfeit; 220: R. Schroeder (SR) def R. Terhune (NP) by fall (1:14); 285: T. Gammon (NP) def Z. Valenciano (SR) by fall (1:25) Tell City 45, North Posey 24: 126: G. Wheeler (NP) def Picau (TC) by fall (2:56); 132: Hammack (TC) won by forfeit; 138: Glenn (TC) def E. Steuth (NP) by fall (1:13); 145: Lain (TC) def T. Martin (NP) by dec 4-2; 152: T. DuPont (TC) def W. Gamblin (NP) by fall (1:36); 160: L. Terry (TC) won by forfeit; 170: N. Terry (TC) won by forfeit; 182: Schroeder (TC) def A. Duke (NP) by fall (1:11); 195: R. Terhune (NP) def Hostinus (TC) by fall (1:37); 285: T. Gammon (NP) won by forfeit; 106: K. Baehl (NP) def O’Malley (TC) by fall (1:37); 113: Hagedorn (TC) def M. Belt (NP) by fall (2:26)

Washington 42, North Posey 39: 120: G. Wheeler (NP) def McCarthy (W) by fall (1:33); 126: Kennard (W) won by forfeit; 132: T. Mauck (NP) def Chestnut (W) by fall (4:42); 138: Purdue (W) def E. Steuth (NP) by fall (3:12); 145: T. Martin (NP) def Huceus (W) by fall (1:24); 152: Rowe (W) def K. Brown (NP) by fall (1:39); 160: W. Gamblin (NP) won by forfeit; 170: Cook (W) def A. Duke (NP) by fall (0:57); 182: Mora (W) won by forfeit; 195: R. Terhune (NP) def Tolbert (W) by fall (0:41); 220: Jenne (W) won by forfeit; 285: T. Gammon (NP) def Gutierrez (W) by fall (3:58); 106: Byrd (W) def K. Baehl (NP) by fall (3:58); 113: M. Belt (NP) def Emmick (W) by fall (5:58) North Posey 66, Forest Park 9: 132: T. Mauck (NP) def Trueson (FP) by fall (0:34); 138: E. Steuth (NP) won by forfeit; 145: T. Martin (NP) def Lubbers (FP) by fall (4:42); 152: Kuhrman (FP) def K. Brown (NP) by fall (4:30); 160: W. Gamblin (NP) def Persha (FP) by fall (1:48); 170: A. Duke (NP) won by forfeit; 182: B. Kortz (NP) won by forfeit; 195: B. Oakley (NP) won by forfeit; 220: R. Terhune (NP) won by forfeit; 285: T. Gammon (NP) def Zehs (FP) by fall (0:11); 106: M. Belt (NP) won by forfeit; 113: Delarance (FP) def K. Baehl (NP) by dec 7-0; 126: G. Wheeler (NP) def Welp (FP) by fall (0:48)

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North Posey senior Triston Gammon takes down his opponent during a win at the recent North Posey-Mater Dei Invitational. Photo by Dave Pearce

‘Hoehn’ continued from Page B1 of softball at North Posey. Jason played basketball and football. She has worked on athletics since a very young age.

“When you put in the work, it just clicks when you get older,” Hoehn explained. “When I came in as a freshman, I felt like I could play at the varsity level. We had a really good team but unfortunately, we did not get to play my freshman year. I thought we would be really good with the seniors we had to lead us that year.”

Make no mistake, if you have ambitions to play at a higher level, you have to have total dedication. The secret to success is continuing to make it fun, despite the ‘workman’s mentality’ she will see at the next level. She admits she is consumed to the core with softball. And she doesn’t see that changing.

“I know it is going to be difficult and there will be tough times but you just have to push through it,” she said with a look of determination. “I know I am going to be homesick at times. But I know there are a lot of people supporting me. This is what I worked for and I realize that walking into college I can say ‘Oh, I get to go play now’. I know I am going to have to work and earn my spot because there are other girls there with more experience than I have.”

The Wolverines brought home the National Championship back in 2005 and are a prominent team at an extremely high

level. North Posey softball coach Gary Gentil indicated that Hoehn has the credentials to excel even at the highest college level.

Going into her senior season, Hoehn holds North Posey records with the Most RBIs in a season, Most Career RBIs, Most Home Runs in a single season, Most Career Home Runs, highest Single Season Batting Average, Most Career No-Hitters, Most Strikeouts in a Season, Most Shutouts in a Single Season, the First Player to be named First Team All State in Back-to-Back seasons, and the First Player Selected as the MVP for the All Southwestern Team. She will be the first Division I softball signee since Megan Brenton signed with the University of Evansville four seasons ago and is the first Lady Viking to sign with a Power Five Conference school.

A humble but confident Hoehn knows it has taken a village to help her succeed. She points to her family, all her coaches, and a supportive North Posey community as reasons for her success. And she is depending on those same things to help her continue to be successful at Michigan.

Why Michigan?

“The campus is beautiful and their coaches are great people. I was fortunate enough to meet Carol Hutch before she left,” Hoehn explained. “I wish everyone could meet these people

NPJH teams swept by Fort Branch

By Chris Morlan

Not a good night for the North Posey Junior High seventh and eighth grade girls’ basketball teams. The Lady Vikings traveled to Fort Branch to take on the Lady Twigs last Monday evening. In the seventh-grade game, the Lady Vikings lost 39-18.

The eighth-grade girls lost to Fort Branch 52-8.

(Seventh Grade) Fort Branch 39, North Posey 18: The Lady Vikings fought and stayed in this game during the first half and were only down 16-12 at the break. In the second half, Fort Branch outscored North Posey 23-6 in the final two quarters to win by 21-points.

Chloe Kirchoff led the Lady Vikings in scoring with ten points. Izzy Hallam, Jocelyn Tuley, and Braelyn Barrett each scored two points. Gabi Cooper and Adryanna Sisk scored one point apiece.

(Eighth Grade) Fort Branch 52, North Posey 8: This matchup went in the Lady Twigs direction from tip-off starting the first quarter. Fort Branch led 18-3 after one quarter and 30-6 at the half. North Posey was outscored 22-2 in the second half for the loss. Taryn Wilson led North Posey with five points, and Sarah Goedde scored three points.

The Lady Vikings was back in action last Thursday

night at home against the Mount Carmel Lady Aces.

Both seventh and eighth grade teams struggled against Mount Carmel. In the seventh-grade game, the Lady Vikings lost 20-19 in a nail biter. Mount Carmel defeated North Posey in the eighthgrade game 43-26.

(Seventh Grade) Mount Carmel 20, North Posey 19: The Lady Vikings started this game cold and were down 11-2 after one quarter. Mount Carmel went scoreless in the second quarter and the Lady Vikings took advantage. At halftime, Mount Carmel led 11-8. After the third quarter, this game stayed close at 1712. North Posey fought to the end but came up short, losing

by one point.

Izzy Hallam, Adryanna Sisk, and Gabi Cooper each scored four points. Chloe Kirchoff scored three points. Braelyn Barrett and Paxtyn Gibbs scored two points apiece.

(Eighth Grade) Mount Carmel 43, North Posey 26: The Lady Aces took control of this game from the start. Mount Carmel built a 27-12 lead at the half. North Posey struggled to keep the game close and lost this matchup by seventeen points. Taryn Wilson led the Lady Vikings with 12 points, followed by Chloe Kirchoff with eight points, Izzy Hallam with four points, and Addi Doubler with two points.

because they really make you feel at home. I’m excited to be able to learn from them.”

Hoehn is the only pitcher recruited for the freshman class at Michigan. They carry two or three others. Should Hoehn not be one of the ‘chosen ones’ at pitcher, she has been assured that her all-around play would put her into a position to vie for other spots on the team.

Hoehn is undecided on a major. She is leaning toward kinesiology. She is happy to be getting an education and be able to continue her softball career.

“I am very grateful for what my parents have done for me,” Hoehn acknowledges humbly. “It really means a lot. My family is awesome and they are already talking about coming up and watching me at Michigan. I appreciate my hitting coach and my pitching coach Joanie Long and my hitting coaches Kevin Brown and Buddy Johnson, and then coaches Gary Gentil and Kevin Wassmer…just anyone who has been there to help me along the way.”

Although there is excitement awaiting after her senior year, she is glad to have another year with the North Posey Vikings. I am so thankful for the journey we had last year and I wouldn’t have wanted to do it with anyone else. This is a great group of girls.”

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By Trisha L. Lopez

Mount Vernon boys basketball is still looking for its second win of the season after dropping a road battle at Mount Carmel, Ill., on Tuesday and at home against Evansville Central on Saturday.

Mount Vernon’s young squad led against both teams… two of the fastest and most physical opponents on the team’s schedule.

The Wildcats dominated the opening minutes of the matchup against the Golden Aces, who are 4-1 on the season with an average 37-point margin of victory in each of their wins and claimed 22 wins a year ago. They surrendered seven points in the first minute and a half against the Bears…3-0 in 2022 with wins against Vincennes Lincoln and Terre Haute North…on Saturday, but fought back and ended the first half with a 3533 lead.

The Wildcats started hot on Tuesday, jumping to a 10-2 lead in the early going against the Golden Aces but late turnovers cost the Cats and they fell 61-57.

Mount Vernon got on the board first courtesy of a bucket by junior Nicot Burnett on an assist from junior Logan Dutkiewicz. Mount Carmel struggled to hit shots and Mount Vernon controlled the glass. Dutkiewicz grabbed a defensive rebound and found freshman Nash Hostetter who drove to the hoop and scored to put the Cats on top 4-0 with six minutes remaining in the first quarter. Golden Aces junior Andrew Gillihan drew a foul and went to the free throw line. He missed both, but a lane violation against Mount Vernon gave Gillihan another shot which he drained. Junior Blayne Sisson, a name that would get called often, came up with a steal, but the home team couldn’t score. Freshman Brady Schickel scored to stretch Mount Vernon’s lead to five points. An alley oop attempt by

Sisson was no good, but he drew a foul. He missed the first, but hit the second. A Sisson steal led to another foul and a pair of free throws, but he missed both and Mount Vernon got the ball back. Burnett found Dutkiewicz for a bucket to give the Wildcats an 8-2 edge with 4:08 to go in the first quarter. A bucket by junior Jackson Clowers stretched the lead again, 10-2 a minute later. Gillihan scored the Golden Aces first field goal of the contest with three minutes remaining in the period, but Mount Vernon answered with a bucket by Clowers. Junior Connor Shelby hit a triple to cut into the Cats advantage, but Clowers struck again and Mount Vernon took a 14-7 lead. A blocked shot by Burnett gave Mount Vernon the ball back and sophomore Jack Campbell scored to put the visitors on top 16-7.Freshman Connor Shelby scored for Mount Carmel just before the buzzer and the Wildcats ended the first period with a 16-9 lead.

Burnett found Schickel for a bucket to start the second quarter, but Sisson answered. A Mount Vernon miss led to a Mount Carmel rebound and a pair of free throws for senior Gavin Smith. The Golden Aces came alive on the boards, setting up scoring opportunities. Junior Jaxon Browning sank a three to cut the Wildcats lead to two. Burnett scored 30 seconds later, but a bucket by Shelby and a steal and score for Sisson wiped out Mount Vernon’s advantage and tied the contest at 20-20 with 5:18 to go in the half. Mount Carmel’s defense stepped up. A steal set up a deuce for Browning and the home team took its first lead of the night. The second quarter was a battle with both teams trading buckets as the lead switched hands multiple times. The score was tied at 26-26 with 30 seconds remaining when a three by junior Levi Beesley gave the Golden Aces 29-26 edge going into the break.

The Cats opened the second half with a steal by Hostetter and a Burnett basket. A second Hostetter steal followed, but Mount Vernon couldn’t capitalize. Mount Vernon reclaimed the lead with a bucket by Burnett with 6:57 to go in the third quarter. Burnett snagged a steal and found Clowers, who spun underneath the basket and scored. He drew a foul and hit a free throw to complete the three-point play. Mount Carmel came back with a three-point play of its own. Golden Aces senior Gage Kennard, the team’s leading scorer this season averaging 21.7 points per game but largely silent in the first half, hit a three to go ahead 35-33. Clowers tied the game again, but Shelby scored to put the home team back on top. Schickel found Hostetter for a three and the lead changed again.

The Cats were up 44-41 following a bucket by Burnett. Sis-

son scored to cut the lead to a point. Clowers drew a foul from Kennard, who questioned the official’s call and was given a technical. Clowers hit both free throws. Burnett stepped to the line to shoot the technical foul shots. He missed the first, but hit the second and the Cats took a 47-43 lead. They stretched the lead to six with a bucket by Clowers. The Golden Aces looked to slow Mount Vernon’s momentum with a three-point play by Gillihan, but Schickel hit a three to give the Cats a 52-46 lead. Mount Vernon’s edge evaporated over the next five minutes. Turnovers and missed shots rallied the Mount Carmel fanbase. The Golden Aces challenged every inbound pass and wreaked havoc on defense. They capitalized on the Wildcats’ misfortunes, out-scoring Mount Vernon 13-0 as the clock ticked away in the final quarter of play. Burnett drew a foul and hit a pair of free throws with 30 seconds to go to give Mount Vernon its first points since Schickel’s three. A quick foul put Mount Carmel senior Gavin Smith on the line for a one and bonus. His first shot was good, but he missed the second and Schickel came down with the rebound. Down 60-54 with 11.9 seconds remaining, Hostetter banked a three to give the Wildcats a chance but it was too little too late.

Evansville Central’s ability to get to the hoop posed defensive challenges for the Wildcats from the get-go on Saturday. Mount Vernon contained the Bears top scorer, senior Brady Cato throughout the game, but seniors J’Sean Redd, Boston Steers, Eli Singer and sophomore Landyn Richason stepped up and made plays

Down by six with 5:35 to go in the first quarter, Clowers grabbed a defensive board and found Burnett for the Wildcats first field goal of the night. A triple by Hostetter and free throws by Burnett shrank the Bears lead, 9-8, but Cato answered. Schickel hit a free throw, came up with a steal and dish to Burnett and Mount Vernon tied the game at 11. The score was tied at 16-16 at the end of the first quarter and back and forth shots kept the game tight throughout the first half. A three by Burnett gave Mount Vernon a 33-31 lead with 1:42 to go in the half, but Central scored again. Clowers drove into the paint and scored with 20 seconds remaining to give Mount Vernon a 35-33 lead at the break.

Central’s defense shut down Mount Vernon’s scorers in the third quarter. Burnett, who went into the half with a seasonhigh 20 points, ended the period with just one field goal. The Bears offense came alive, out-scoring Mount Vernon 21-10 to take a 54-45 lead into the start of the final period of play.

Mount Vernon had chances in the fourth quarter. Baskets by Burnett and Clowers and a pair of three-point plays by Dutkiewicz and Schickel gave the Cats a spark, but the hosts couldn’t close the gap and fell 72-62.

Clowers led the Cats on Tuesday with 19 points, two assists and seven rebounds. Burnett had his first double double of the season with 17 points, 10 assists, three rebounds, one block and two steals. Hostetter had 10 points, three assists, one rebound and three steals. Schickel had seven points, six rebounds and one steal. Campbell had two points, one assist and one rebound. Dutkiewicz had two points, four assists and five rebounds.

Burnett led all scorers with a season-high 27 points, 12 from beyond the arc. Clowers had 16 points. Schickel had 8 points. Dutkiewicz had 6 points and Campbell had five points. No additional stats were available for Saturday’s game when this story was written.

Mount Vernon (1-3) will be back in action on Saturday when they host Gibson Southern (0-3). The Titans are coming off a 40-38 loss to Memorial on December 2, a 67-61 loss to Evansville North on December 9 and a 49-34 loss to Jasper on Saturday. They are led offensively by senior Ethan Spindler who has averaged 14 points per game this season,

Mount Vernon junior Jackson Clowers goes up for a shot during basketball action this week. Photo by Garry Beeson

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