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Fitts is recipient of Logan Award as Covid rage continues By Lois Mittino Gray Posey County Health Department Nurse Martye Fitts was surprised and honored to be recognized as the 2020 Responder of the Year at the December 1, meeting of the Posey County Commissioners at the Hovey House. Larry Robb, Emergency Management Agency Director, presented her with the Harry Logan Responder Award plaque at the meeting, amidst a rousing chorus of applause for the hardworking professional leading the county through the Covid-19 crisis. “For the last 10 years we have been recognizing someone as the Posey County Responder of the Year. Harry Logan of Marrs Township was given the first award for Posey County Health Nurse Martey Fitts is awarded the Harry Logan his lifelong commitment to making Responder Award during a meeting of the Posey County Commissioners Posey a safer place to live and the this week. Presenting the award is Larry Robb, Emergency Management award was renamed to honor his memory. Most people first think of Agency Director. Photo by Dave Pearce

emergency responders as Firefighters, Law Enforcement and EMS Personnel. But we look at all agencies that may be considered responders. Now, due to COVID 19 National Emergency, we recognize the local health department as a Response Agency with Public Health emergencies. We thank Martye for her work to make Posey County a better place,” Robb said in making the plaque presentation. Fitts works to ensure safety through contact tracing, quarantine requirements, and keeping tracks of county case numbers. At the meeting, she reported 1303 cases to date, with 198 of those still considered active and 18 deaths. Robb also spoke in support of continuing the contract agreement with Onsolve LLC to provide Code Red Service to Posey County. The Com-

Posey officials hear first news regarding solar farms locally

missioners approved the three year agreement with an annual cost of $18,750 per year. Posey County Probation Officer Michelle Fortune spoke in support of extending the contract with Empowerment Behavioral Service LLC with her department for another year. The firm conducts biopsychosocial and substance abuse assessments on behalf of the Posey County Circuit Court Probation Department. Payment will be made monthly in the amount of $3,750 for eight months and will be funded by a program grant. In other routine commissioner business: • Commissioners approved a list of all 2021 meeting dates. They will all be on the first and third Tuesdays of

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More Tresslar demolition bids received, under advisement

By Lois Mittino Gray A joint meeting of the Posey County Commissioners and the Posey County Council took place on Tuesday, December 1, right after the regularly-scheduled Commissioner morning meeting at the Hovey House. The special session was called to hear a presentation on economic development plans for the new Posey Solar Project and to hear a TIF and tax abatement training presentation on the basics involved in granting abatement to projects such as the solar farm. Jarrod Pitts addressed the councilors on the Posey Solar Project, a project entity of Capital Dynamics, one of the largest solar investors in the world and the largest private owner of solar in the United States. He represents Tenaska, the development company that provides services to Midwest Solar DevCo to construct the solar generating farm. Working together, the companies have developed 8,000 Megawatts of solar projects across the United States. Pitts said the proposed solar project will cover approximately 2400-3000 leased acres in Marrs Township and would be an estimated 254 million dollar investment. The panels would generate 300 megawatts, enough to power 50,000 homes annually. “That is more than enough to power all Posey County residents through the peak hours. We would be a quiet neighbor, with panels Santa himself made an appearance during the informal golf cart parade in New Harmony on Saturday anticipated to be placed no more than evening. For many years, an annual Christmas Parade was held along Main Street in New Harmony on twelve feet off the ground. It is very Saturday morning to kick oﬀ the Christmas in New Harmony celebration. However, with the restrictions this year, the parade was canceled. Photo by Dave Pearce Continued on Page A11

By Lois Mittino Gray Round Two of opening bids on the demolition of that crumbling eyesore of the Tresslar Building, now called the 1888 Main Street Building Project, was the ‘main’ event of the December 3, meeting of the Mount Vernon Board of Works. Would they be submitted higher or lower and in the detail required after board members rejected as incomplete the original three bids on the complicated project at their November 5 meeting? Board members listened anxiously as Clerk-Treasurer Christi Sitzman opened the three resubmitted bids, in the order in which they were received. The first bid received November 30 from RCRA, Inc. doing business as Earth Services from Benton, Illinois, was for $ 385,000. This was the same amount as its original bid. Evansville-based Klenck Company’s bid of $335,000 arrived on December 2, at 9:51 a.m. This was down considerably from its original bid of $485,900. Shroyer Brothers Inc. of Muncie, whose bid came in slightly afterwards at 12:40 p.m. and slightly under at $ 334,780 was the lowest bidder for the project. Shroyer’s first bid was originally much lower at $291,550. All were accompanied by acceptable bid bonds. A motion to acknowledge receipt of bids and that they be taken under advisement for review by City Attorney Beth Higgins and City Engineer Barry Tanner passed unanimously. They expect to act on the bids at the next meeting. Clerk-Treasurer Sitzman then opened bids for 2021 supplies, as advertised, in the order in which they were received.

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Wandering teacher comes back home Love for students and study make Farrar a favorite

Carrie Farrar

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By Lois Mittino Gray Carrie Farrar may be the fresh new face at North Elementary School in Poseyville this year, but she is no novice when it comes to days spent behind an elementary teacher’s desk. Mrs. Farrar is a veteran educator who has taught for 15 years at the Evansville Christian School—Bethel East on Lincoln. Eleven of those years were spent teaching Kindergarten and four were in first grade. “It was a wonderful experience and a fantastic place to work,” she reminisced. “I just had to quit because it was time to take a breather.” Why the needed breather? “I wanted to stay home with my new little ones,” she explained. Carrie and her husband, Jason, fostered and then adopted three young children. The trio came into their lives at ages 13 months old, 10 months old, and 9 months old within a few years’ time. These days older sibling

Kellan just turned six. He and five-year old brother, Rylan are both in kindergarten at North Elementary. Younger sister Kami is a four-year old in pre-K at the school. “They all get along together really well. Of course, they have their squabbles at times, but it’s the usual as expected,” she said, with a sure shake of her head. Farrar always knew she eventually wanted to go back into the classroom and teach, so when a position opened at the school where her children attend, it was a godsend. “I’m so thankful to be at North, first as a parent, then as a presence in the school. I was thrilled by how welcoming everyone was. It feels like home here. Subjects are important, but what really matters is the relationships and they are strong here,” she reflected. “I believe if you earn a student’s trust and respect, then they will listen to what you have to teach them,” she stated. “I

especially love to ignite a passion for reading. My second grade teacher did that for me and I will always be grateful to her.” With the election a hot topic this year, she read “The Kid Who Ran for President” and “The Kid Who Became President” with her fourth graders. “My students loved the books and learned many social studies facts, too. For example, the Kid had to get the law changed that a person has to be 35 years of age to run,” she explained. Later in the school year, she plans to study a novel with them. She is not real enthusiastic about the new comic-type books, preferred by many of that age, but notes, “anything that gets a book in their hands has value.” All of her students are assigned their own one-on-one Chromebook laptop computer to use and take home. “That has been a new thing for me, but they

are really awesome to have as a resource tool. Especially this year, with so many virtual lessons assigned. They use Google Classroom and Canvas often.” Farrar loves science and teaching about plants and animals, stars and planets, and properties of matter. Fourth grade has a specialized focus on Indiana History in Social Studies. She does language arts and math workbooks and small group games and activities in her self-contained classroom with her population of 23 students. Carrie hails from Cloverdale, Ind., and moved to this area in 1997 to attend the University of Southern Indiana. She was graduated from USI in 2001 with a BS Degree in Elementary Education, with an additional Kindergarten endorsement. After graduating mid-year

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T F B D P Thanksgiving was deďŹ nitely diďŹ&#x20AC;erent this year. For the past 30-plus years, Connie and I have been planning for a house full on the days and especially the night before the Thanksgiving holiday. When we got married, we agreed that we would host the holidays for both sides of our family. We have always cooked a full meal for Thanksgiving with the idea that we were going to have a big spread. If you could come or would come, you were welcome. It was a staple in our lives and the lives of family members. Over the years, we have had some interesting mixes around our holiday table. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had relatives, relatives of relatives, friends, and friends of friends. It has been a blessing for us to be able to put such a meal together for every major holiday season. Anyone with no place to go could always know they were welcome at our house. We have never run short on food. But this year was anything but normal. On the night before Thanksgiving, I was sitting in my living room recliner looking at some of the pictures on our wall. One of them has been the theme of our home. It says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Gather here with Grateful Hearts.â&#x20AC;? As I sat there contemplating the coming holiday, I realized that not only was it not going to happen this year, it was borderline on the illegal list for a large group to gather. It was joyful in some ways as Connie and I had managed to start our own tradition. Over the years, both sides of our family got acquainted with each other and became accustomed to spending the holidays together. Everyone got to know

Enjoy memories as you make them this year each other and expected to see extended family over the years. As I think back, I chuckle as sometimes our family mix was not exactly what both sides of the family desired. Sometimes certain members of one family didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t necessarily want to gather at our house if both sides of the family were going to be there. But Connie and I had made the agreement. The meal was going to be at our house and if you wanted to come, you were more than welcome. If you wanted to do your own thing, you were welcome to do that also. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pandemic gave me more time than I really wanted to reďŹ&#x201A;ect and think about Thanksgiving and holidays past. I can remember through the years that Ericâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Morlock grandparents had stopped by on or near the holidays mostly to say hello to him. But we got to know the Morlocks well. I was honored when I was asked to be a pallbearer when Ericâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s biological grandfather passed away. The next to go was my brother-in-lawâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mother. Her husband had pastored the church where I grew up. She was never a regular guest at our family functions but was always welcome. There was usually a healthy plate sent back to Carmi for Annalee from meal leftovers. She, too, has left us. And of course, my mom was one of the original crew. She left us in 2006. She always seemed to enjoy seeing everyone. Then later, we lost Connieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s momâ&#x20AC;Śthen Connieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dadâ&#x20AC;Śand most recently Connieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brother. And as extended families continued to grow, others began to host meals for members of their own families and attendance fell oďŹ&#x20AC;. My two sisters have been regulars every year until this year. Connieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Uncle Ronnie and Cindy always seemed to make time to come by and say

Guest Column: Congressman Larry Bucshon

hello. But at the end of the day this year, it was just Connie and me. I half-heartedly put on a turkey the night before Thanksgiving. For some reason, it didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even taste good this year. And despite laying out all kinds of complements to prepare the next morning, at the end of Thanksgiving day, those cans and items were still sitting on the counter and had never been prepared. Thankfully, in the afternoon, Eric and Jacy invited us down to spend a while with them and the grandchildren. Even though it was nice to have a meal and time with them, the day was very diďŹ&#x20AC;erent than Thanksgivings past. Times are unsettled. People we love have gone on. There are more empty chairs around our holiday tables. I asked myself on Thanksgiving

evening, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Is this the new normal?â&#x20AC;? I have heard so much about the new normal over the past few months that I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even like hearing the words. But perhaps I should take this to heart. Perhaps this is the â&#x20AC;&#x153;new normal.â&#x20AC;? Are people always going to be advised not to gather in groups for holidays or any other activities? None of us can really be sure what tomorrow holds. My advice is to treat one another like we want others to treat us. Positive changes seem to be on the horizon and hope is on our doorstep. However, if we have learned anything this year, it is the fact that we shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take anyone or anything for granted. Enjoy the times we spend together whether in groups of two or 200. Make lots of memories. Because, as I have learned, there comes a time when memories are all we have.

Guest Column: Sally C. Pipes

Bucshon Applauds Trump Admin Rule Overhauling Outdated Stark Law Congressman Larry Bucshon, M.D. (IN-08) released the following statement applauding the Trump Administration for ďŹ nalizing a regulatory overhaul to the Medicare physician self-referral law, more commonly known as the Stark Law, to enable increased physician coordination that leads to better and more aďŹ&#x20AC;ordable care for patients: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The overhaul of the Stark Law is a win for patients and physicians alike. Since being elected to oďŹ&#x192;ce, President Trump has been advocating for a better experience for patients across the nation. Over the past four years, his administration has been focused on rolling back unnecessary Washington red tape that makes it more diďŹ&#x192;cult for health care providers to take care of their patients. Likewise, I have been a staunch supporter of increasing aďŹ&#x20AC;ordable, accessible quality health care and this is a step in the right direction. The Stark Law is a dated regulatory structure â&#x20AC;&#x201C; designed for a fee-forservice payment model in the 20th century â&#x20AC;&#x201C; that has inhibited value-based care and coordinated care arrangements that many physicians are eager to take advantage of in order to provide

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better and more eďŹ&#x192;cient care for their patients. This overhaul to modernize the Stark Law will remove legal barriers that currently prevent physicians from entering into coordinated care and innovative payment models that can lead to better outcomes for patients while also keeping costs down. Dr. Bucshon is the lead House Republican cosponsor of the bipartisan Medicare Care Coordination Improvement Act (H.R. 2282) which would update the Stark Law to enable increased physician coordination leading to better patient care and Medicare spending eďŹ&#x192;ciency. In 2017, Dr. Bucshon was the lead sponsor of this bipartisan legislation (H.R. 4206) in the 115th Congress. Congressman Larry Bucshon, M.D. is a physician and Republican member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee serving his ďŹ fth term representing Indianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 8th Congressional district. The 8th District of Indiana includes all or parts of Clay, Crawford, Daviess, Dubois, Gibson, Greene, Knox, Martin, Owen, Parke, Perry, Pike, Posey, Spencer, Sullivan, Vanderburgh, Vermillion, Vigo, and Warrick counties.

Will the doctor see me now? Imagine youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re traveling out of state to visit family. When youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re 15 minutes from grandmaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house, you decide to let her know youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be arriving soon. For some reason, your mobile phone doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t connect. So you stop at a payphone to call your phone provider. They tell you they shut oďŹ&#x20AC; your service because you entered a new state. This scenario may seem absurd. But itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an apt analogy for the regulatory regime governing many U.S. doctors. Telemedicine technology made it easier for physicians to provide care from afar. But thanks to onerous medical licensing rules, a doctorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to practice medicine vanishes at the state border. Government oďŹ&#x192;cials rolled back many of these rules in response to COVID-19. Those rollbacks should remain permanent. Each state requires that physicians take a combination of qualifying exams to receive a medical license. The exams vary from state to state, as does the minimum amount of postgraduate training. This is all added onto the tests every licensed doctor must pass, including the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination. This system is complex and costly. A physician can expect to pay anywhere from $35 in Pennsylvania to $1,425 in Nevada for application and license

fees. The wait to receive a license ranges from three weeks in Hawaii to nine months in New Jersey. He might also have to pay an additional fee to renew the license every few years. There is a network of 29 states, plus the District of Columbia, that allows physicians licensed in one state to easily acquire a license in another. As of March 2019, less than 1 percent of registered physicians had taken advantage of that network. In 2018, nearly 80 percent of registered physicians had one medical license. This system limits doctorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ability to provide care where itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needed most. Telehealth renders these licensing rules even more nonsensical. Pre-pandemic, a physician had to have a license in a patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home state to provide remote care - whether a quick check-up or a consultation with a specialist. Federal oďŹ&#x192;cials recognized how these rules present a serious barrier to care during the pandemic. In a coronavirus hotspot like New York, doctors had no time for a person who needed a prescription reďŹ ll. But there were plenty in the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interior, where the pandemic hadnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t yet spread. In March, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services allowed doctors to receive payment from Medicare and Medicaid for telehealth services

delivered across state lines. In August, Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., and Sen. Roy Blunt R-Mo., introduced bipartisan legislation that would allow physicians to treat patients, either virtually or in-person, across state lines for the COVID-19 pandemic and â&#x20AC;&#x153;for future national emergencies.â&#x20AC;? It shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take a â&#x20AC;&#x153;national emergencyâ&#x20AC;? to get rid of these rules. Consider how telehealth could help rural regions, which face a shortage of healthcare providers. Roughly one-quarter of rural Americans report that geographic barriers are a major obstacle to accessing care. Relaxing state-based telehealth restrictions could allow physicians in populous areas to provide advice to rural healthcare professionals. The pandemic has shown the beneďŹ t that easing unnecessary medical licensing restrictions can deliver for patients and the healthcare system. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to waive those restrictions for good. Sally C. Pipes is President, CEO, and the Thomas W. Smith fellow in healthcare policy at the PaciďŹ c Research Institute. Her latest book is False Premise, False Promise: The Disastrous Reality of Medicare for All (Encounter 2020). Follow her on Twitter @sallypipes. This piece originally ran in the Tennessean.

Letter to the Editor Drug crisis reaching too many

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In todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drug crisis, deaths happen every single day and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really easy to scroll through your Facebook feed and see all of these massoverdose situations and memorials and think â&#x20AC;&#x153;at least itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not my kid.â&#x20AC;? But what you have to realize is that the person who died was someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s child. You can only sit back and think itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll never happen to you or your family for so long until it does. If thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one thing Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m completely certain of, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that no family ever really recovers from losing a child to addiction. No family ever

fully recovers from losing a child, in general not just from a drug overdose. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an unnatural sequence in that children are supposed to bury their parents, not the other way around. When parents have to bury their children itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s as if a piece of them is lost forever. A gaping void of emptiness is left behind that is never again ďŹ lled. The sad part of the whole drug epidemic is that more families than ever before have had to endure that type of eternal heartache and loss. Jason Good

as we carefully patronize eateries and other people-gathering businesses and engage in public events and social gatherings for the remaining few months of our own war with â&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ole 19. Some of us may need to take more precautions than others. DiďŹ&#x20AC;ering levels of isolation may be advisable for those of us in particularly susceptible categories. But life must proceed. We need not all forego all activity. However, we can all support â&#x20AC;&#x153;the war eďŹ&#x20AC;ortâ&#x20AC;? with sensible measures. No one wants to be the last soldier to die in our current war. Or, more importantly, none of us wants to be spreading potential death to others. Of course, there are many important

and desired activities people may choose to engage in. As with all of life, things are a matter of degree. We each should maintain our right to our own choices. After all, the right to choose is what makes Americans Americans. On the other hand, our choices should not be made without regard to their consequences to ourselves but more importantly to others. Behaviors can be a matter of free choice while still being responsible. And who knows, maybe we can help keep hard-working store owners aďŹ&#x201A;oat as we help ourselves and others. For more Gavel Gamut articles go to www.jamesmredwine.com or â&#x20AC;&#x153;Like/ Followâ&#x20AC;? us on Facebook and Twitter at JPegRanchBooks&Knitting.

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â&#x20AC;&#x2122;Ole 19 neither toils nor spins yet it has managed to change the course of history. But, as Jesus advised in the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 6:25-34), we should not lose the present worrying about the future. Or, more poetically and succinctly, â&#x20AC;&#x153;SuďŹ&#x192;cient unto the day is the evil thereofâ&#x20AC;?. In practical terms we might be well advised to do what we can now as we wait for the coming cure, probably to begin this month but not to be ecumenical until the end of 2021. With the current rates of infections, hospitalizations and deaths and closing businesses

the â&#x20AC;&#x153;evil thereofâ&#x20AC;? will claim thousands more before vaccines and herd immunity vanquish it. And just as America could have succumbed to another unprovoked and unexpected attack, Pearl Harbor December 07, 1941, we could bury our heads in the sand and not ďŹ ght back while many die or go broke needlessly awaiting the cure. Or we can do what the Greatest Generation did and make the sacriďŹ ces necessary to save others and ourselves. Unlike those heroes who refused to lose and took up arms to win World War II, we do not have to toil in the defense plants or die in battle for four years of war. All we need to do is wear face masks, wash our hands and maintain safe distances P / E D P

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Sylvester A. Winternheimer Sylvester A. Winternheimer, 87, passed away November 16, 2020 at West River Health Campus in Evansville after a brief battle with COVID-19. He was born Nov 10, 1933 on a farm in Posey County Ind., to the late George and Mary (Weigand) Winternheimer. He graduated from Mount Vernon H.S. and earned his Bachelors in Engineering from University of Evansville. He was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon. He retired from a long and successful career with Whirlpool Corporation where he owned and shared ownership of 6 U.S. Patents. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Army, assigned to Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville Ala., as a mechanical engineer in rocket and guidance. Syl was a kind and gentle soul. He loved music. He sang in a Barbershop Quartet as a young man and in the church choir. He and his late wife Wilma were faithful members of Saint Peter’s UMC and Old North UMC. He was predeceased by his parents, siblings and beloved daughter, Karen Arthur. Sylvester married Wilma Eckerty on December 25, 1956, the only day he was assured leave from the Army. They enjoyed 56 years together before her death on April 9, 2013. He is survived by his Daughter, Jane Ellen Reel (Dale); Son, Mark Alan Winternheimer, both of Evansville, Ind.; Grandchildren, Dr. Amber Zagrodzki (Maciej) of Longmont, Colo., Michael

Boring of Evansville, and Amanda Reel of Ann Arbor, Mich.; Great-Grandchildren, Halina Zagrodzki and Wyatt Boring. A very special Thank You to all of the kindhearted and devoted staff at West River who cared for Syl over the years. A Funeral Service was held 3p.m., Sunday, November 22, 2020 at Alexander North Chapel, 4200 Stringtown Road, officiated by Pastor Mike Monahan, with burial in Saint Peter’s UMC Cemetery. Family and friends are encouraged to view a livestream of the service at www.facebook.com/ funeralstreamusa. Friends visited Sunday from 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Due to the ongoing pandemic, masks and social distancing were required. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or your local Coronavirus Relief Fund. Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderNorthChapel.com.

Alien Strange Alien Strange, 94, of Poseyville, Indiana, passed away Friday, December 4, 2020. She was born on September 2, 1926, in Poseyville, Indiana. She graduated from Poseyville High School in 1944. She married her husband Emil, on May 6, 1944. They were married until his death in 2000. She had coowned Grandma’s House, a gift shop in Poseyville, Indiana. She lovingly raised eight children. Surviving are her children: Terri Motz (Norman) of Poseyville, Indiana, Vicki Dillon of Poseyville, Indiana, Jeanne Wilderman (Bill) of Cynthiana, Indiana, Jane Seib (Ernie) of Evansville, Indiana, Mary Jo Hipp (Dave) of Haubstadt, Indiana, Bobbi Ziliak of Haubstadt, Indiana, Jon Strange (Debbie) of Wadesville, Indiana and Jenni Anderson (Joseph) of Evansville, Indiana; siblings: Donnie Meyer, Margaret Gish and Barbara Graper (Jack); grandchildren: Stephen Motz, Michele Millon (Brent), Amy Stephens (Mark), Jill Wilderman, Craig Wilderman (Missy), Ali Wilderman, Erica Gee (Jeﬀ), Chad Seib (SaeLa), Cory Seib (Amber), Tara Overton (Jeremy), Evan Hipp (Abby), Jared Hipp (Jennifer), Kaleb Hipp, Leah Ziliak, Alex Ziliak, Eric Ziliak, Devin Strange (Ashley), Derek Strange, Neeley Stamp (Shane); step grandchildren: Chloe Wood (Josh), Brandi Finnerty and Thomas Finnerty; 19 great grandchildren: Micah Motz, Tessa, Rachel & Meredith Stephens, Hayden & Axton Gee, Parker & Finley Seib, Isla, Abel & Ollie

Seib, Sunny Overton, Perry, Frances, Hugo & Rita Hipp, Theodore Hipp and Nolan & Avery Strange and four step great grandchildren: Rowdy Finnerty, Kinlee Sharp and Aubrey & Staley Wood. Preceding her in death were her husband: Emil A. Strange; son-in-law: Danny Ziliak and a grandchild: Kevin Dillon. A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Poseyville, Indiana for immediate family only with burial in the church cemetery. Thank you to the staﬀ of Heritage Center and Heritage Hospice for their loving care over the last four years, especially Mara Beth, Tracey, Jenn, Leanne, Bailey, Kenya and many other nurses and aides. In lieu of ﬂowers, the family asks that donations be made to a special fund at North Elementary School. Her last request was to make Christmas a little brighter for children in need. She will be missed by so many. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family online at: www.werryfuneralhomes.com.

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Lorine Elizabeth Eaton Lorine Elizabeth Eaton, 92, of New Harmony, Indiana, born April 5, 1928 to John and Lorine (Bird) Shephard in New Harmony, Indiana, passed away December 1, 2020 at Deaconess Midtown hospital in Evansville, Indiana. Surviving are her children: Ronnie Eaton (Brenda) of Crossville, Illinois, Fred Eaton (Darcel), Eugene Eaton (Peggy) and Teresa Terrell (Randy) all of New Harmony, Indiana; 6 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents; husband: James Frederick Eaton; baby: Donald; brother: John Shephard and sister: Patricia Williams. Due to the national health

crisis and state mandate the funeral services and burial will be private at Maple Hill Cemetery in New Harmony, Indiana. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family online at: www.werryfuneralhomes.com.

Jimmy Schmitt James Joseph Schmitt, 86, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away December 3, 2020, at Deaconess Midtown. He was born November 27, 1934 in Indianapolis, Ind., to the late Lorena (Schmitt) Burlison. Jim was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and was stationed in Kodiak, AK as an air traffic controller. He retired from Babcock and Wilcox in 1980 after 18 years of service as a welding inspector. Jim was a member of Saint Matthew Catholic Church, American Legion Owen Dunn Post 5 and the Mount Vernon Conservation Club. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Mary Ann (Osban) Schmitt; grandsons, Corey and Keaton Schmitt. He is survived by his daughters, Lora Schmitt and Holly Kaffenberger; sons, James “Rob” and Jon “Rick” Schmitt; grandchildren, Brody Schmitt (Allison), Cody Schmitt, Andrew Schmitt, Zachary Schmitt (Rachael) and Jama Littlepage; greatgrandchildren, Trendon Schmitt and Mia Schmitt; several nieces and nephews. Funeral mass will be held at

10 a.m. Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at Saint Matthew Catholic Church, 421 Mulberry Street, Mount Vernon, Ind., with burial to follow in Saint Matthew Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9 until 10 a.m. service time on Wednesday at the church. Due to the national health crisis, masks are required and social distancing should be observed. The family would like to thank Dan Hayden and Gene Fleming for their friendship and for the kindness and caring shown to Jim over the last several years. Memorial contributions may be made to Saint Matthew Catholic Church or the Posey Humane Society.

Lena M. Feiner Lena (Arlene) M. Feiner, age 83, passed away in Evansville, Indiana on November 27, 2020, after a long and fulﬁlling life. Lena was an intelligent, passionate, thoughtful, and kind person who was active as a women’s rights advocate, librarian, and poet. Lena was born on March 23, 1937, and grew up on her family’s farm near Spring Green in the beautiful “driftless” region of southwestern Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Herman and Cecilia (Meixelsperger) Feiner. After graduating from Alverno College in Milwaukee, Lena earned a Masters of Library Science degree from Rosary College, River Forest, Illinois. Lena went on to work as a librarian and women’s studies bibliographer in the Chicago area for many years. In 1997, Lena fulﬁlled a decades-long dream and moved to the small, vibrant town of New Harmony, Indiana. A “born feminist”, in November 2000 Lena opened the Women’s Institute and Art Gallery

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Dolores Ferne (Braun) Layer, born Feb. 2, 1928, passed very gently into the light on Monday, Nov. 30 at around 5:30 p.m. CST, due to complications from the Novel Covid 19 Virus 92 years and 10 months of beautiful life. She was 92 years and 10 months old. She is preceded in death by her daughter Valerie Joan (Layer) Gray, her former husband, Edwin Layer, her younger sister, Joyce (Braun) Closs, and her parents Dorothy Ferne (Lucas) Braun and William Fredrick Braun. Dolores Layer was a polymath: a professional singer, whose voice and pitch never once wavered. Dolores made her ﬁrst professional recording after placing second in the Miss Cleveland Pageant in the 1940’s and continued recording and singing semiprofessionally up through the 1980’s. Dolores was a business-owner (The Magic Puppet Toy Shoppe and Puppet Theater of Lafayette, Ind.), a gifted oil painter, and a talented cook and prize-winning baker, producing magical “culinary creations” out of marzipan, baking and painting traditional German Springerle cookies, Lebkuchen, and Christmas “Stohllen” every year at the holidays. Mrs. Layer loved to entertain, and was considered, by many of her friends and acquaintances, to be one of the most charming hostesses one could possibly meet. Dolores loved to discuss politics, music, history, and food. But perhaps most of all, Dolores Layer loved to talk about, read about, pray about, and sing about her lifelong, passionate and compassionate dedication to the teachings of her personal savior, Jesus Christ. Dolores was a devoted mother, raising three children and showering her four grandkids with constant love and care. A longtime member of Trinity United Methodist Church of Lafayette, Ind., and Elletsville (Ind.) Christian Church, Dolores’ faith and devotion to her lord carried her through many uncertain

times and changes through her 92 years. Following the passing of her eldest child, Valerie (Layer) Gray in 2013, she moved to New Harmony, residing at the Charles R. Ford Home and later at Premier Healthcare of New Harmony, to be closer to her son, and New Harmony Music Festival & School founder, Christopher Layer. Dolores is survived by her two sons, Kurt E. Layer of Indianapolis, Ind., and Christopher W. Layer of New York, N.Y. and New Harmony, Ind., her daughterin-law, Antoinette (Venizia) Layer, Son-in-law M. James Gray, her grandchildren: Dr. Kyle Hayes and Erika (Layer) Hayes RN., Evan and Elizabeth Layer, Cassandra Gray, and her great grandchild Katherine Rose Hayes. From early 2017, the excellent staff and residents at Premier Healthcare of New Harmony, provided excellent care and PT, and made Dolores feel welcomed and loved. The family wishes to express their thanks to one and all at PH of NH, especially as they carry-on their most important duties in our town: Caring for our elderly. They do so, as they contend with the current crisis with expertise and dignity, helping and caring for those residents and staff that have been afflicted, and keeping our loved ones safe. In lieu of cut flowers, the family suggests that donations can be made to the Premier Healthcare of New Harmony “Activity Fund”, in memory of Dolores Layer: Their address is 251 IN-66, New Harmony, IN 47631.

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Find the good in this unusual Christmas season

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dealing with Covid; death, having job insecurity, and so much else. For me, it is another type of year; bad in so many ways. I have postponed major dental work for a long time, until, finally, there was no putting it off. Last Thursday, I had my teeth removed. I was expecting pain, but it was much worse than expected. It will be at least six months before I have any normal looks, use, or anything resembling good. I realize that countless others have had this done, and lived through it. I have already learned to avoid the mirror. On top of this, I am also having my leg issues. So, can’t walk; can’t eat or smile, with most Christmas normal things gone. However, considering all of the deaths and other terrible results from the flu, I

try to tell myself how lucky I am. For various reasons, I want to believe that 2021 will improve. Seriously, I don’t believe I have ever endured this much pain. My husband is totally exhausted from my care and is planning on taking more time off from the Silver Bell. He has been filling in for me in various ways. He and Issabella made cookies and it was a nice time. We have approached shopping much differently. I am allowing each family member to sit in this chair and “shop.” They buy for themselves or others. I guess we will see how this method works. Don has learned to take over a lot of things; from cooking to laundry and I have forced myself to not be picky. The dogs seem to understand that they are now required to be quiet and better behaved. I miss seeing people and a lot of other things. I think back at past years with sadness, but there are worse

things to dwell on. On the other hand I smile and remember other things. Like Todd and Sheri’s group of grandchildren, the baby years were good. The Christmas Eves in Owensboro at Great Grandma’s modest home when everyone was alive. Hard to believe that so many are gone. So, I am not alone in having to re-adjust Christmas memories. To everyone who also has bittersweet years to look back on, I send you assurances that I am right there with you. I will be thinking of Lucile, Deretha, Elaine, Jean, Paul, and others. These folks in the Powers family made up our memories when we were young married people. Yes, I may look like a fat, toothless old hag this year, but I can still reach out and hold my husband’s hand. Nobody can predict all of the tomorrows, but hopefully, it won’t disappear too quickly. If anyone has time to stop by, put on your covid mask and help me remember, Merry Christmas to you.

Deadline Approaching for USDA Program for Farmers and Ranchers Impacted by COVID-19 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds farmers and ranchers to apply for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 (CFAP 2) by Dec. 11, 2020. This program provides direct relief to producers facing market disruptions and associated costs because of COVID-19. “With over 300 eligible commodities, from livestock and row crops to specialty crops and aquaculture, most farmers and ranchers are potentially eligible for CFAP 2,” said Richard Fordyce, Farm Service Agency administrator. “FSA oﬀers

several options for farmers and ranchers to apply. 8364 to speak directly with a USDA employee Don’t wait to check out our online resources and ready to offer general assistance. This is a recomconnect with our employees who are ready to an- mended first step before a producer engages the swer your questions and help you get started on team at the FSA county office. The call center can your application.” also provide service to non-English speaking cusProducers have several options for applying tomers. Customers will select 1 for English and 2 for the CFAP 2 program by the Dec. 11 deadline. to speak with a Spanish speaking employee. For Producers can find eligible commodities, pay- other languages, customers select 1 and indicate ment rates, calculations and options to apply on their language to the call center staff. farmers.gov/cfap. Additionally, farmers.gov offers a number of Customers seeking one-on-one support with resources for producers interested in applying for the CFAP 2 application process can call 877-508- CFAP 2, including: • Eligible Commodities Finder Brant • Videos, including “How to Apply for CFAP Oakley, son 2” of Vince and • Blogs, including “Myth Debunked: CoronaAmber Oakley virus Food Assistance Program 2” of Poseyville, A correction to the CFAP 2 rule is pending. delighted In case a producer is affected by this correction, patrons of FSA will provide additional time to apply or edit Hirsch’s their application. Grocery Store CFAP 2 is a separate program from the first in Poseyville iteration of CFAP, now referred to as CFAP 1. as he played Participating in CFAP 1 is not a prerequisite for Christmas participating in CFAP 2. Additionally, producers favorites in who applied for CFAP 1 will not be automatically place of ringenrolled in CFAP 2 and must complete a new aping the bell for plication to be eligible for assistance. the Salvation Army annual red kettle collection. Photo December 8 - Greg Wehr, Laura Heriges, Donby Heather nie Peerman, Samantha Werry, Wilton Juncker, Morlan Lola Roby, Hadley Smith, Judy Good December 9 - Tim McGennis, Larry Trembczynski, Juanita Underwood, Kristi Teague, MariA monthly column from the Executive Director of the Charles Ford lyn Straw, Sheri Anderson, Jamie Grabert, Shona Retirement Communities of New Harmony Lansdell, Juanita Bailey, Doris Crawford, Jenifer Hargett, Linda Healy December 10 - Juanita Bailey, Deborah J. Cox, Why choose Charles Ford Home? Scott Turney, Luke Brown, Mariah Lynn Mobley, “Ever try to describe something or someone “So, how did staff answer the question I first Fred Martin, Nicki Viviano, Melissa Lagoo, Shoyou love? It’s difficult. So I asked my staff to posed to them? Three answers follow. Additionhelp explain what is unique about the Charles al comments will be included in future columns: na Lensdell, Hermie Scheller, Kindall Morris December 11 - Kira M. Garrett, Haley Goad, Ford Retirement Community of New Harmony. ‘What I love about the Ford Home is that, as a Martha Mathews, Kathy Reibold, Gary Ambrose, If you’re considering a move – whether it’s a RN, I can care for my patients in a way they deRiley Trela, Jean Ann Hutchinson, Connie Voight, new place to live or a new place to work – you’ll serve, and they are treated as the dignitaries they want to read the staff’s responses at the end of are. Each resident is treated with respect and Dawn Worman, Kathy Neaveill

Both CFAP 1 and CFAP 2 are self-certification programs, which means the applicant certifies the information submitted is correct. As part of the internal controls portion of CFAP 1, FSA is conducting spot checks of applications, asking producers to provide supporting documentation to verify the information on them. Producers are being selected using a statistically sound methodology. These CFAP 1 applicants will be contacted by FSA staff and asked to provide supporting documentation to verify the information certified by the producer on their CFAP 1 application. All USDA Service Centers are open for business, including those that restrict in-person visits or require appointments. All Service Center visitors wishing to conduct business with FSA, Natural Resources Conservation Service or any other Service Center agency should call ahead and schedule an appointment. Service Centers that are open for appointments will pre-screen visitors based on health concerns or recent travel, and visitors must adhere to social distancing guidelines. Visitors are also required to wear a face covering during their appointment. Our program delivery staff will continue to work with our producers by phone, email and using online tools. More information can be found at farmers. gov/coronavirus.

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this column. But, I’ll begin with some reasons that I think you might choose to join our family. “We’re small….we call it intimate. And, for assisted living, that’s just a sweet place to be. When at capacity, we accommodate and care for less than twenty-five seniors. Talk about individual care - we’re the size of your book club, where there’s time and opportunity for everyone’s voice to be heard. “Our building is not institutional….it’s a home. It started out as an elegant and very pleasant residence for a generous New Harmony couple, Charles and Molly Ford. Now, nearly 70 years later, modified and enlarged, it accommodates men and women who enjoy its beauty and comfort, just as the Ford’s did. “Our operation is guided by a board of community leaders from various walks of life and we practice under the guidance of the Indiana State Board of Health. “Our residents are our family, our revered elders. Their families are our closest friends and allies. We’re proud to have one of the lowest employee turnover rates in the industry. We boast a uniquely diverse and balanced leadership team with nursing on staff 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our community-based medical director, in some cases, has cared for our residents over their lifetime.

valued for what they bring to our community.’ Audra Sellars, Resident Services Coordinator ‘The Ford Home staff is small compared to large corporate facilities. Because of our size, our departments all overlap. We work as a family/team and are close. This approach allows for everyone to report their observations to the team for the best care or need of each resident.’ Kim Catt, Director of Nursing ‘When you drive by the Ford Home you see a beautifully built home that right now is all decorated for Christmas. The greatest treasure, however, is found behind the front door. Whether it is during a world pandemic or everyday living, you will experience a group of staff members who work together as a family. This family-like culture is what keeps our residents and staff strong during the toughest of times. Our staff and residents know they are important and accepted in each other’s lives. This year, we will all be sitting around the Christmas tree as one big family. The sparkling lights will be seen from the outside streets, and inside will be laughter, joy and strength. This is what separates the Charles Ford Home from any other community. If you want to be a part of a family I can’t think of a better place to work or live.’ Amber Sweeney, Life Enrichment Director “Nor can I. Merry Christmas, Everyone!” Amy Koch, Executive Director

Financial Focus Consider These Year-end Financial Moves We’re nearing the end of 2020 – and for many of us, it will be a relief to turn the calendar page on this challenging year. However, we’ve still got a few weeks left, which means you have time to make some year-end financial moves that may work in your favor. Here are a few suggestions: • Add to your IRA. For the 2020 tax year, you can put in up to $6,000 to your traditional or Roth IRA, or $7,000 if you’re 50 or older. If you haven’t reached this limit, consider adding some money. You actually have until April 15, 2021, to contribute to your IRA for 2020, but the sooner you put the money in, the quicker it can go to work for you. Plus, if you have to pay taxes in April, you’ll be less likely to contribute to your IRA then. • Make an extra 401(k) payment. If it’s allowed by your employer, put in a little extra to your 401(k) or similar retirement plan. And if your salary goes up next year, increase your regular contributions. • See your tax advisor. It’s possible that you could improve your tax situation by making some investment-related moves. For example, if you sold some investments whose value has increased, you could incur capital gains taxes. To offset these gains, you could sell other investments that have lost value, assuming these investments are no longer essential to your financial strategy. Your tax advisor can evaluate this type of move, along with others, to determine those that may be appropriate for your situation. • Review your investment mix. As you consider your portfolio, think about the events of these past 12 months and how you responded to them. When COVID-19 hit early

in the year, and the financial markets plunged, did you find yourself worrying constantly about the losses you were taking, even though they were just on “paper” at that point? Did you even sell investments to “cut your losses” without waiting for a market recovery? If so, you might want to consult with a financial professional to determine if your investment mix is still appropriate for your goals and risk tolerance, or if you need to make some changes. • Evaluate your need for retirement plan withdrawals. If you are 72 or older, you must start taking withdrawals – technically called required minimum distributions, or RMDs – from your traditional IRA and your 401(k) or similar retirement plan. Typically, you must take these RMDs by December 31 every year. However, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Stimulus (CARES) Act suspended, or waived, all RMDs due in 2020. If you’re in this age group, but you don’t need the money, you can let your retirement accounts continue growing on a tax-deferred basis. • Think about the future. Are you saving enough for your children’s college education? Are you still on track toward the retirement lifestyle you’ve envisioned? Or have your retirement plans changed as a result of the pandemic? All of these issues can affect your investment strategies, so you’ll want to think carefully about what decisions you may need to make. Looking back – and ahead – can help you make the moves to end 2020 on a positive note and start 2021 on the right foot. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Edward Jones, Member SIPC

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December 12 - Kathy Reibold, Gary Ambrose, Riley Trela, Carl Isbell, Kathy Anderson, Donna Hutchison, Steve Tomlinson, McAllister Wathen, Ray McConnell, Joseph Toon 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 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

National and Local News 100 Years Ago News From The Western Star, December 8, 1920 - Mount Vernon

Note: News from this issue includes: Two children perish in home fire, a Ford coupe hits Mrs. Chapman, a hardware store burglarized, program for the Corn Show, Chicago starts clean up on city crime, and many more news briefs and personals. Two Children Perish When Residence Burns - One of the most deplorable tragedies in the history of Posey County occurred Monday morning at 6:45, when the home of a tenant farmer and his wife - on the late Thomas Conlin farm in Point Township - was consumed by fire and their two children burned to death in the flames. The children were Laura Elizabeth, aged two years and a half, who had been an invilid from babyhood and Robert Charles, aged 17 months. Note: I have decided not to give the last name. After an early breakfast the tenant farmer started into the field to shuck corn, and his wife went to the barn about 6:30 to milk the cow, and before she was half through with her task - in looking toward the house saw the entire top of the one and one-half story building ablaze. As she reached the house, the top of the building fell with a crash to the lower floor and the mother, knowing that her children were doomed, fainted just as she was in the act of opening the door. In falling to the ground, her head fell towards the burning building and had it not been for William Bennett and William Duley, who were enroute to the Wabash bottoms, she would also have perished in the fire, as the hair on her head was nearly all singed off before she was carried away by these gentlemen. The fire must have been caused from a defective flue, and no doubt the upper floor had been burning before the mother went to the barn, as the entire building was ablaze within a few minutes after she left the house. The funeral services were conducted by Rev. Whipple of the Baptist Church at 2 p.m., Tuesday in Rowe’s Cemetery in Point Township While the mother’s burns are not serious, she is prostrated with grief, and this deplorable affair has cast a shadow over the entire neighborhood. Hurled To Street And Is Injured - Mrs. Mary Chapman met with an accident Saturday at the corner of Second and Mill Streets, and as a result suffers from a bad laceration on her face and bruises on the right shoulder. Mrs. Chapman, accompanied by her son, came to this city in an open buggy. It grew cold so she was invited to make the return trip home in the Ford car of Andrew Alexander. In alighting from her buggy, in front of the Conlin Grocery, and just as she was in the act of crossing the street, she was hit and knocked to the ground by the Ford coupe driven by Rev. Minks. Rev. Minks stated that he was partially blinded by the lights on an approaching car and did not see the lady. The injured lady was picked up and taken to the office of Dr. Doerr who dressed her injuries. She is getting along nicely at present. Hardware Store Is Burglarized - Sometime Wednesday night, merchandise valued from $250 - $350 was taken from the hardware store of

Sailer-Morehead on Main Street. A glass window was broken on the south side of the store. Missing were 50 or 60 pearl handle knives, seven watches, 15 Shumake razors, two Colt revolvers, and 100 cartridges. The police are now at work on the case. Program For The Big Tri-State Corn Show Part of the entertainment at the Corn Show Dec. 15 and 16 includes a splendid five-piece orchestra, comedy sketches, speeches, and motion pictures. There will not be a dull moment from the beginning to the ending of the big show. Entering and judging exhibits begins on Wed. morning, Dec. 15. Chicago Starts Clean-Up Of City Crime - Charles Fitzmorris, newly appointed chief of the Chicago Police Dept. has started a general clean-up of the gambling houses, dives, saloons, and other crime breeding places in the city. In the first raid directed by the Chief, 1,000 persons were arrested. Forty percent arrested have criminal records. Chief Fitzmorris is only 36 years old and the youngest man ever to fill this position. News Briefs And Personals - There are 14 days to do your Christmas shopping. Basketball - The high school’s boys’ team were victors over Mount Vernon Independents by the score of 3520. Births - Born to Mr. and Mrs. Martin Schorr, Thursday morning, a son. Born to Mr. and Mrs. Edward Lewis, Tuesday morning, a son. Mr. and Mrs. Croaker announced the birth of a boy Wednesday morning. Visits To The City - James Jeffries, who is one of the very first subscribers of The Star, called Tuesday to renew his subscription. William Uhde gave us his annual call Friday. George Damm of Wadesville transacted business in the city Saturday and while here called on the Star office. Mrs. Elva Stallings of New Harmony was in the city shopping Sat. Sunday Visits - Mr. And Mrs. Fred Beste and daughters, and Louis Beste, and mother motored to Marrs Township and spent Sunday with Albert Lang and family. Mrs. James Nash of New Harmony spent Sunday and Monday in the city with Mr. and Mrs. Edward Stallman. Marriage License - James Smith and Emoline West. Wedding - Mr. Henry Steinbrenner will marry Miss Sarah Louise Fortinberry, now of Osyka, Mississippi. Mount Vernon News 125 Years Ago, December 8, 1895-The handsome new two-story brick residence of Milton Black on Store Street, between Sixth and Seventh is nearing completion. (Note: Home of Ron and Ginger Greenfield) Adam Schneider of Parker’s Settlement was in the city Monday and purchased an engine and saw-mill from the KeckGonnerman Co. Mike Grabert’s grocery store on Store Street between Third and Fourth was entered by burglars Sat. night who robbed the drawer of its contents - $2.10, and carried off a bottle of whiskey and a few cigars. Marriage Licenses - William Lang and Mandy Hoenert; Frank Marx and Mattie Harris.

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Re-elected Posey County Commissioner Carl Schmitz is sworn in for another four-year Re-elected Posey County Councilwoman Heather Allyn is sworn in for another four-year term by Judge Craig Goedde under the watchful eye of Posey Judge Travis Clowers. Photo term by Judge Craig Goedde. Photo by Dave Pearce by Dave Pearce

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Wolfgang sets Christmas Livestream Event

The Wolfgang Orchestra and Wolfgang Dixie Jazz Band will present a Facebook Livestream Christmas Concert. The Livestream Event will be on Sunday, December 20, from First UMC Wesley Hall in Mount Vernon. Wolfgang Dixie Jazz Band will perform at 4 p.m. and Wolfgang Orchestra will perform at 5 p.m. To learn more about us please visit Wolfgang Orchestra and Chorus on Facebook. Donations will be accepted online.

Harmonist Labyrinth to be trimmed in Dec. Carrie Fischer, Pauletta Grant, Santa, Sherry Henderson, and Brenda Bourne pass out gifts to those who drove through on Saturday morning at Western Hills Country Club. Photo by Sally Denning

Every so often the Harmonist Labyrinth in New Harmony needs some pruning to keep it healthy, and the labyrinth will be getting some much-needed trimming work done this month. Over the years, the hedge has grown taller and wider than ever intended, and the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites will be performing a major pruning this winter to get the hedges that make up the labyrinth back to where they need to be. During December, work crews will begin trimming the feature to widen the pathways and shorten the height to its original conﬁguration. The labyrinth will look stark for the winter, but the hedges will rebound in the spring. Our goal will be to maintain the hedges at the pruned shape and size moving forward. Any questions about the labyrinth pruning should be directed to Mike Linderman, southwest regional director for the Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites, via email at mlinderman@indianamuseum. org.

throughout the years. Although many new memories will be made this year, the holidays probably don’t feel the same without Grandma’s special dressing, or Dad’s ritual dinner prayer being said. The staff at Stendeback Family Funeral Home understands the difficulty of dealing with the holiday season. We hope that you will take part in this holiday tradition to help keep the memories alive of all those that have passed before us. Starting December 2, we will have luminary bags at our Mount Vernon location. We invite anyone to stop by and decorate a bag in memory of your loved one, whether we served your family or not. The luminaries will be placed along our fence and lit on the evening of Wednesday, December 23. A slideshow in memory of those we lost this year will again be playing outside. We encourage everyone to drive through the parking lot that evening and reflect on the memories of all those that will be represented that night. Our Mount Vernon Funeral Home is located at 1330 East Fourth Street, Mount Vernon. In case of inclement weather, a rain date will be announced. Our Office hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. We wish everyone a Happy and Safe Holiday. The Staff of Stendeback Family Funeral Home

Robinson Twnp Trustee Board meetings set The 2021 meeting dates for the Robinson Township Trustee Oﬃce, 10799 Hwy. 66, Wadesville, In 47638 are as follows. All meetings will be held at 5 p.m. January 18, March 15, May 17, July 19, September 20, and November 15.

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Dakota and James Wasson and Kaitlyn McPherson pause from their professional Owen Harper and Mollie Alldredge enjoy photo session at one of the Photo Op Stops a walk with their canine companion on Sunin New Harmony to smile for our camera on day afternoon in Mount Vernon. Photo by Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dave Pearce Dave Pearce

NH Food Pantry sets hours, thanks Partners The New Harmony Ministry Food Panty would like thank the Posey County “Partners in Food’ organization for its continued donations through these rough and trying times. Their Motto is “All you take to Heaven is what you gave away.” They deliver hundreds of pounds of pork and beef each month to food pantries and shelters in Posey County. And this month they brought over a thousand can goods to be distributed to our Posey County residents in need.

The New Harmony Food Pantry, located at the Holy Angels Community Center on the corner of Main and Steammill in New Harmony, will be open December 17 from 2-6 p.m. This will be a drive-thru only service entering from the south side of the parking lot. Emergency food service is available upon request by calling 812-480-3586. Monetary donations can be mailed to: New Harmony Food Pantry, PO Box 203, New Harmony, IN 47631.

APL News The Alexandrian Public Library is open. We only ask that patrons do not stay too long while in the library and that they have on their masks. We do still oﬀer curbside delivery, all you need do is call the library at 812-838-3286 and our staﬀ will assemble your request. As for returned items, we are still putting returned items in quarantine so there is a short delay before they are returned to the shelves. Programs are being conducted virtually on our Facebook. Our meeting rooms and study rooms remain closed. December 9 at 10 a.m. - Fabric Arts: Christmas mug rug Join Monica as she demonstrates how to make a Christmas mug rug, perfect for you or a friend. Registration for your supply kit is required. Registration is now open. To register for your supply kit, call the library at 812838-3286 or visit our website at https://alexandrianpl.org.

December 10 at 10 a.m. Cooking with A to Z World Food: Christmas trifle demo From our A to Z World Food database. Watch as Marissa shows you how to assemble a fantastic Christmas triﬂe with no baking involved. This delightful British dessert is also great all year round. December 10 at 6 p.m. (Please note that the originally scheduled time for this program was at 6:30 p.m.) - Silly Safaris Christmas Program Join our friend, Amazon John, on our Facebook page https:// www.facebook.com/alexandrianpl Live at 6 p.m. on Thursday, December 10 for a Christmas program featuring lots of adorable animals and the stars of the show, reindeer. No reservations are needed for this event. December 13 through December 24 at 3:30 p.m. - The 12 days of Christmas Books -

Join us on our Facebook page to hear a member of our staﬀ read one of their favorite Christmas stories. December 17 at 10 a.m. Cooking with A to Z World Food: Wassail demo - From our A to Z World Food database. Join us on our Facebook page to watch Joan demonstrate how to assemble Wassail, a British drink traditionally served at Christmas time.

Join us in the third annual Gingerbread House Competition at the Owensville Carnegie Library. Prizes awarded for the following age groups: Family, k-fourth, ﬁfth-eighth, ninth-twelfth. Adult. Houses must be at least seventy-ﬁve percent edible but do not have to be homemade, pre-made kits are acceptable. Houses can be turned in Monday, December 14 - December 16 by 6 p.m. Winners will be announced on Friday December 18. Please call the Owensboro Carnegie Library for any questions 812-724-3335.

Moose Lodge holds BB Gun Spot Shoot Moose Lodge 497 is having a BB Gun spot shoot on Sunday December 13, at 1 p.m. till done. Come on in, have some fun and win meat or money.

Stendeback’s present Luminary service The Stendebacks appreciate your participation in this “Family” tradition. As families gather this year to celebrate the holidays and be with family and friends, we often ﬁnd ourselves talking about loved ones that have passed

Planted Wheat deadline nears The deadline to certify planted wheat at the Posey County FSA Oﬃce is December 15, 2020. Planting dates are required. Please call the Posey County FSA Oﬃce at 812-838-4191, ext. 2 to make arrangements to certify your planted wheat.

Gift of Memory tradition continues Bill and Lynn Stendeback of Stendeback Family Funeral Homes would like to invite your family to join them in a “gift of memory” tradition. This tradition is a unique way for White and Posey County families to remember their loved ones on a special holiday. They will accept wrapped gifts for adults only purchased in memory of one’s deceased loved one. Please mark your gift ‘man’ or ‘woman’ and, if clothing, please mark the size. These gifts will be donated to local nursing homes for needy residents. All gifts should be brought to Stendeback Family Funeral Home in Carmi or Mount Vernon between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, December 3 through 16. If you have any questions, please call 618-382-4141 or 812-838-3888.

Bridges of Hope The Bridges of Hope Fair Trade store, a unique mission boutique sponsored by the First United Methodist Church of Mount Vernon, will be open for business on December 12, December 15 and December 19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. An evening opportunity to shop will be held on December 16 as part of the “Family Night Out” event, sponsored by the Mount Vernon

Merchant’s Association, slated from 4 to 8 p.m. Teresa Rynkiewich, Bridges of Hope Director, said “Our sales promotions are intended to change every week up to Saturday, December 19 which will be our last open date for 2020. Please note that all sales will be listed on our Facebook page at http://facebook.com/bohfairtrade, so that our customers can take advantage of our special oﬀers.”

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Tracy Ripple can be found ringing the bell at Rural King on Saint Joe Avenue in Evansville Monday thru Roy Defries, Eric Sprouls, and Nick Jones removed their masks and socially distanced long enough for a picture Thursday from 1 - 4 p.m., and Friday from noon - 3 p.m. while finishing putting the Nativity Scene in front of the Christian Church in New Harmony late Sunday afternoon. until Christmas. He invites the public to come see him Photo by Dave Pearce and help support a great cause. Photo submitted

These members of Cub Scout pack 385 recently braved the elements to add cheer to residents of

Mount Vernon Nursing and Rehab. The scouts put holiday window clings on the outside of the windows to help brighten the day and help celebrate the holidays. Those participating are, front row, l to r: Isaac Gonzalez, Hayden Williams, Noah Williams, and Bryce Boggs. Back row, l to r: Leader Cesar Gonzalez, Cub Master Jason Williams, and Leader Dave Boggs. Photo submitted

removed? I will give you three reasons this morning. 1. The culmination of sin. In the time of Noah, before the ﬂood, God said of man at that time; Man’s every thought was on evil continually. I don’t want to use percentages, but there is a number that will appear on God’s scale of justice that will bring about judgment. We see it during Noah’s time and we also see it in Genesis with the judgment of Sodom and Gomorrah. The righteous that live by faith will be rescued, while the rest will perish in judgment. Sin will increase to such a state that God

will intervene to save his creation. 2. Judgment will occur to avenge the death of the saints by wicked men. Rev. 6:9,10. Those who suffered because of their testimony, that they walked with God, will be avenged by God’s judgments in God’s time. 3. Judgment occurs because ultimately there will only be one master. One God, One King, One Lord. Eventually, God will not share his glory with anything or anyone. All that exalts itself above God will be brought low. Ok, so why have we not experienced this judgment yet? Because it is not God’s will that any perish. There are those who need to be brought into the ark of safety. There are those that need to be led out of Sodom and Gomorrah. There are sheep that need lifted out of the pit, lost coins that need to be found, lost sons that need to come home. When that time, when that specific number is arrived at, then judgment will come. So today you can live in fear, that feeling I had when I first heard words read from the Revelation; or you can live by faith. My Lord shall lead me to safety and green pastures. IT IS YOUR CHOICE!

Sermon of the Week - Book of Revelation Kevin Morris Reading todays Sunday school lesson about the ﬁnal events of the book of Revelation. I remember my ﬁrst time hearing something from this book and it was when I was in my early twenties, at a party.

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Mary Beth Guard oﬀers an exciting new food program through Capers Emporium in New Harmony. The new program gives subscribers a monthly opportunity to try new things. Photo by Lois Gray By Lois Mittino Gray Imagine how much fun it can be going to pick up a ‘mystery bag’ of foods with totally new tastes to savor every month as a member of New Harmony’s newest elite club. Capers Emporium is now selling memberships in its brand-new Foodie Club, with subscriptions ranging from a one month trial to getting a bag every month all year long. Mary Beth Guard, proprietor of the popular gift shop and bakery on 602 Main Street, suggests purchasing a subscription for yourself or a friend as a great Christmas gift idea. “It’s the gift

that keeps on giving,” she said with a smile, quoting the famous line from the National Lampoon Christmas Vacation movie. Here’s how the program works: each month, a decorative Capers Foodie Club Bag filled with goodies will be ready to pick up any time after the first of the month. Guard promises that every bag will have at least $35 worth of store products in it. As a bonus, on the day you pick up your bag, you can get ten percent off any other store products you might purchase from the eclectic mixture of goods for sale, including popular air fryers.

The Foodie Club offers three alternatives for food choices when purchasing subscriptions. Besides regular, vegetarian and keto choices are available. A one month starter subscription is $29.99, a three month subscription is $84.99, and a six month subscription is $164.99. Each month gets progressively less expensive as one subscribes longer and Guard says the yearly rate of $325.99 is the best value she offers. If you wish to purchase a gift subscription for someone not local, the owner will be happy to ship for an extra fee. Contactless curbside delivery is also available outside the Capers store. Pink and beribboned December bags, the first ones offered, are lined up behind the sales counter ready for pickup. These inaugural bags contain bonus food sample items for the early bird subscribers as a special Christmas treat. Mary Beth said she plans to change up the packaging, as well as food selections each month. Some of the items this month’s club members will get in their bag are Mountain Blackberry Jalapeno Ambrosia, Sassy Green Sauce Mix, CinChili, Tomato Basil Sipping Broth, Carmie’s Artichoke and Parmesan Dip/ Cheeseball Mix, and Jamnation preserves. A healthy beverage alternative is a three-pack of Moon Milk Shot and a tea pig pack with lemon balm. Pasta Partners Piccata Mix, a main course, is designed to be made with or without chicken. The free bonus samples include the savory Crackalacka cracker mixes. There are chocolate mints to top off a good meal. With the alternative meal selections, one might get Squid ink pasta and creamy wild mushroom soup mix, instead of the chili piquante sauce and sassy green sauce. Mary Beth first heard about this unique idea while shopping at the Dallas Food Market. “I met a gal who owns a shop very hear where I used to live in Oklahoma . She started a group two years ago to introduce new products that customers may not have noticed in the store. I thought I would throw it out there and see what kind of response we get.” “People need a little something to look forward to these days. It’s just one more thing,” Mary Beth said wistfully. “It’s nice to try new things.” Persons interested in more information can shop on the store’s Facebook page or call 812-682-6112 or email capersemporium@gmail.com.

‘Board of Works’ continued from Page A1 “Normally there are least six or seven to open, but this year, there are only two, Chemtrade and Usalco,” she informed the board. Both are chemical suppliers bidding on different materials for the waterworks operation and phosphorus removal process. The board acknowledged receipt of the bids and that they be taken under advisement for legal review. Mayor Bill Curtis stated the final item under Legals is authorization to pay the sales of vacations, pensions, clothing allowances, and shift differentials with the first pay of December. “We have been doing it like this for a very long time,” he explained. The motion to do so carried unanimously. Under Old Business, the Mayor reported on the status of creek work approved at an autumn meeting for the Russell Burnett property in County Club Estates. He said the city engineer is working on a design to get the project out for bids, or quotes, depending on the estimated costs. Board member Andy Hoehn asked if this would be paid for out of this year’s budget. Mayor Curtis replied, “At this point, it will be next year’s budget.” “I’m glad to see that it is in progress. I don’t want it to fall through the cracks,” Hoehn commented. In Department Reports: • Police Chief Tony Alldredge said his de-

partment took 200 calls since the last meeting. Board member Hoehn remarked he has once again been seeing on Facebook lots of complaints of break-ins around Canal, East 4th, Wolflin, and possibly Walnut Streets. He asked if the police department was aware of the issue. Chief Alldredge replied in the affirmative that they are aware. “We have extra patrols running now at night and I am offering overtime to officers. We are confident we know who is doing the burglaries and we just need to find him. The individual is a homeless individual who has three arrest warrants currently, soon to be a fourth.” “Does he ride a bicycle?” Hoehn asked. Chief Alldredge replied at times, yes; but it is usually a stolen one. Board member David Dodd asked about possibly trying to bait the suspect or use some time tracking device. Chief Alldredge replied that is possible, but it would be very difficult for the department to do that right now. Board member Hoehn added, “Things are ramping up in Evansville and it is only a matter of time before it moves here. We need to anticipate that.” • Fire Chief Wes Dixon said, since the last meeting, his department had 37 calls. Of those, six were fires and two were car accidents. The remainder are considered medical runs.

‘Commissioiners’ continued from Page A1 each month, with a few exceptions. Wednesday meetings are slated for: January 20, July 7 and September 8, due to holidays. The second meeting in July will be moved to the fourth Tuesday, July 27, due to the Posey County Fair. • The following holiday dates were approved. January 1-New Year’s Day, January 18-Martin Luther King Day, April 2- Good Friday, May 31- Memorial Day, July 5-Independence Day, September 6-Labor Day, October 11-Columbus Day, November 11- Veterans Day, November 25-Thanksgiving Day, November 26th-Lincoln’s Birthday, December 2- Washington’s Birthday, and December 24-Christmas Day. Commissioner President Carl Schmitz said two floating days are built into the schedule for Election Day and they may be taken when desired by employees. • Annual bids for fuel for the Highway Department, EMS and Sheriff Office were awarded after being reviewed and approved ,after opening them at the last meeting. • David Esche spoke on Blue Grass Estates, located off Highway 66 in Wadesville. He explained the plat work was done in 2007 and requested that it be accepted as a County Road. Commissioner Thornburg asked County Highway Director Steve Schenk if he approved the new county road, to which he replied affirmatively. The road request was approved. • Posey County Deputy Sheriff Jeremy Fortune gave the inmate count report for the Posey

County Jail as: 17 Department of Corrections, 35 from Vanderburgh County, and 61 Posey County inmates for a total of 113. He gave the report because he said Sheriff Tom Latham is in quarantine for ten days. • County Auditor Meaghan Greenwell reported that she applied for a COVID reimbursement in the amount of $56,763.31to help with overtime pay for law enforcement and responders. She said the grant is already approved and after the Commissioners sign on the line, the money should be available right away. • County Clerk Kay Kilgore was given permission to declare an old built-in desk as surplus that “needed to be trashed.” • County Highway Superintendent Steve Schenk spoke on an agreement for the Bridge 243 package, off Broadway Avenue, for $79,870. He said it will be built modular at the shop and will be set on its foundation. • Schmitz reported ARC Construction is moving right on schedule with construction of the handicap ramp at the Coliseum Building. However, the painters on the courthouse dome are not. “We are trying to nudge them along a little bit. They needed to get a higher lift.” • Posey County Council Member Aaron Wilson announced a 6 p.m. meeting of the Wadesville-Blairsville sewage grant project will take place tomorrow night and can be viewed live on their Facebook page.

‘Farrar’ continued from Page A1 in December, she learned many teaching styles and strategies by observing others as a substitute teacher in the Evansville and Mount Vernon School districts. Afterwards, the next year, she began her 15-year stint with the Christian school. As a budding teacher, she met her future husband in an educational setting. “I worked with his mom and met him in the school oﬃce. We married in 2009 and it’s been eleven years,” she recalled. Jason is the Pastor of the Lighthouse Assembly of God Church in New Harmony. The family of ﬁve resides in the church parsonage next door, with their little border collie, Lucy. Even though she is a busy mother and professional woman, Carrie takes time to enjoy some ‘me’ time to do her favorite hob-

bies and participate in church activities. The family loves to travel, especially to Gatlinburg, Tennessee and loves to camp, especially in tents or cabins at nearby Harmonie State Park. She loves the beach, too. “I like to read just about every kind of book. I just ﬁnished one called You Can’t Make Me, but I Can Be Persuaded on raising strong-willed children.” Farrar says she feel safe in her school from the COVID19 virus. “I wear my mask most of the day. We wipe down the desks several times a day and use sanitizer. Students are very good about keeping their masks on. They can remove them if they are at their socially-distanced desks and not moving around. They must wear them when moving around in the halls and at recess or lunch,” she remarked.

Farrar has one full time virtual student and many others that might be in quarantine for a few days. She and the other fourth grade teacher, Stephanie Quiroz, take turns taping lesson videos in advance with access online in Google Classroom. “I really love it here,” she enthused. “What a special place!”

• Utilities Superintendent Chuck Gray stated his crew has flushed 10,696 feet of main, since the last meeting. He will have the specs for the new Vac-con truck ready for publication this week. • Street Commissioner Max Dieterle reported his employees completed five extra trash pick-ups generating $120; and hauled 120 tons of trash to the landfill. He said the leaf pickup routes are caught up as well, it’s mainly just call-in requests now. Board member Hoehn asked if there is an end date for pick up. Commissioner Dieterle replied no official date, but they hope to be finished totally before Christmas. “People can take them after that to the limb yard and dump them on the leaf pile. Do not keep them in bags,” he reminded residents.

Roger Dihm, Vice President of Schrader Real Estate and Auction held Thursday, December 3, 2020 at the Posey County Fairground Community Building. Shrader Auction hosted the event, they can be contacted at 800-451-2709 or at SchraderAuction.com. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

‘Solar energy’ continued from Page A1 affordable and if connected to the AB Brown-Gibson transmission line, power from Posey County will be able to reach any user in the state,” he explained. Pitts presented a timeline starting with current activities, such as signing lease agreements with local landowners, MISO Interconnection review, and customer discussions in early 2021. By March 2021, engineering and permitting will begin and with final approval anticipated by the end of that year. After reviewing site design considerations, construction work is projected to begin in 2022, with a completion date of 2023. Construction will cost 47.8 million dollars and employ 340 persons in jobs, either directly (250) or indirectly (about 90). When operational, the farm will employ 19 persons, either directly (5) or indirectly (14) and cost 1.2 million dollars a year to run. The farm has an estimated life span of 35 years. “You, your children and grandchildren will benefit from this project for years to come,” Pitts assured listeners. Pitts said solar power is low impact, has no noise, low water requirements, and no demand on local services (school or police). County Commissioner Randy Thornburg asked to make sure the panels would not be higher than twelve feet and Pitts said that is so. He also asked if other companies were looking to locate there. To conclude the presentation, the speaker said negotiations with landowners will commence after the first of the year and a good working relationship with the community is important. A website on the project is being developed now. “We appreciate the intro-

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Blessed and talented Jason King gives back to community With 50 Academy Award nominations, MV native more than qualified to help By Trisha L. Lopez Mount Vernon native Jason King was seven years old in the summer of 1982 when a movie changed the course of his life. E.T. the Extra Terrestrial, Steven Spielberg’s blockbuster film that, at the time, was the highest grossing movie of all time, captured the hearts and imaginations of children all over the world. It’s special effects and loveable characters came alive on the big screen, treating viewers to things they’d never seen before. What King remembers most, however, wasn’t as much what he saw...his childhood memories center around what he heard. “We all can recall certain memories and emotions,” King explained. “One of those memories was hearing John Williams’ score to E.T. The admiration that I have for John Wil-

liams is what truly inspired that magical connection for me in music. The moment when I heard, for the first time, the soaring score that beautifully supports one of the best cinematic moments in history… E.T. and Elliott flying on a bicycle in front of the brightly lit moon is truly remarkable.” King had already begun on the path that would one day lead him to work with some of the most notable names in the music and entertainment industry and be named one of the 2020 Faces of Orlando for his work in arts and education. His parents, Tim and Debbie King, purchased his first instrument...an organ...two years earlier when King was just 5-years-old. “I imagine that I stood and played that organ for hours,” King reminisced. He said being exposed to music at Calvary Baptist Church in Mount Vernon made an impact as well. But it was the fantasy created within that film that sparked the imagination of the 1993 Mount Vernon High School alumnus and opened his eyes to a new world of opportunities. “This music is a perfect encapsulation of the film’s themes: mystery, innocence, loneliness, longing, magic and adventure,” King said. “It was at that point in my life that I knew music would be with me forever.” King’s journey has taken him from the halls of Mount Vernon High School to Orlando, Florida, where he serves as the director of Fine Arts, Juilliard Performing Arts Lead at Windermere Preparatory School, a private school for children ages 3-18 located on a sprawling 48-acre campus in Orange County, Fla. Windermere Preparatory School’s student body is made up of students from 60 different nationalities and has been voted the best private school in Central Florida. King’s resume reads like a checklist for dream jobs in musical education. Windermere Preparatory School collaborates with The Juilliard School in New York. Founded in 1905, The Juilliard School is one of the world’s leading institutions for performing arts education. The Juilliard School’s alumni includes a veritable who’s who of entertainers and artists, including composer John Williams, the man that penned the score that inspired King’s young

Mount Vernon native Jason King has enjoyed an incredibly successful career but has not forgotten his roots. He has given back to the Mount Vernon community by helping withe the award-winning with the drill design for the two shows that went to state finals in 2018 and 2019. musical imagination. In addition to E.T., Williams is responsible for the scores for more than 100 different films. He holds the record for the most Academy Awards nominations for a living person in Oscars history with 50. He won Oscars for his work on Fiddler on the Roof, Jaws, Star Wars, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial and Schindler’s List.

“Working with professionals within our global community, including Juilliard teaching artists and alumni, is inspiring,” King said. “Teaching and learning discussions and the sharing of best practices have all elevated to stronger collaborative efforts and the ways we

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Poseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Barton honored as â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Women of Distinctionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Rising Star Maureen Barton serves as the Executive Director of the EVSC Foundation, which supports the 3rd largest school system in the state. With her dedication and leadership, the EVSC Foundation has the opportunity to impact the lives of more than 22,000 students each day. She is a graduate of Western Kentucky University and holds a Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree from Indiana University Indianapolis School of Informatics and Computing. Maureen has served in leadership roles in higher education and public K-12 environments, illustrating her commitment to students, their education, and greater success in our community. She is hands-on when it comes to student needs, and works with community partners to position young people for success. She believes education is the most important skill a young person can acquire. With that belief, she has led the Foundation in generating positive ex-

periences in our local school communities. In 2016, she became the ďŹ rst ever Executive Director of the EVSC Foundation. She has built new funds and initiatives for the EVSC community, including Student Response (a needs/relief program), â&#x20AC;&#x153;Expanding the Experienceâ&#x20AC;? classroom grants for teachers, a complete branding overhaul, and a strategic plan to drive the Foundation to greater success. Two of the most visible programs of the EVSC Foundation are Hangers, a clothing resource for students, and Teacher Locker, a no-cost classroom supply resource for educators. Maureen views her work as an opportunity to give back; many educators were (and still are) her greatest role models and advisors. Maureenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s community work spans between Posey and Vanderburgh counties where she serves as a Junior Achievement classroom volunteer, Posey County Community Founda-

Barton works with her scout troop on their canoeing and kayaking skills this September. Photo submitted tion board member, and a ďŹ rst-year Girl Scout leader. Maureen also serves as a scholarship evaluator for USIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Outreach Department, a career speaker for Ivy Tech Southwest, and is past at-large oďŹ&#x192;cer of the Indiana Association of Public Education Foundation. Her work has received accolades from Ivy Tech Community

College, the 20 Under 40 program, and Leadership Evansville. She and her husband Nick also own Barton Automotive Services, a AAA full-service repair facility that has been recognized by the Southwest Chamber, as Business of the Year and received the Better Business Bureau Torch award. Along

with Maureenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s love for supporting young people in our community, she enjoys camping, Kentucky Lake, golf, watching sports, and playing Wheel of Fortune with her family. Maureen is the daughter of Gerald and Donna Kaiser. She and her husband have two children, Will and Katherine Grace.

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; continued from Page A1 approach teaching and learning since we began working with our team of Juilliard specialists.â&#x20AC;? King has worked with Walt Disney Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Epcot Candlelight Processional three times. Each year Epcot hosts a live choir and orchestra with a celebrity narrator to bring the story of Christmas to life for Disney guests. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s met and worked with celebrities like actor Kurt Russell, Whoopi Goldberg and Kenny G and Broadway performing artists Astrid Van Wieren, Kenneth Murray, Tia Altinay, Brian Drye and Alex Finke. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have certainly been blessed to meet and work with a variety of people during my journey,â&#x20AC;? King said. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s collaborated with composers Frank Ticheli, Samuel Hazo, Robert W. Smith, David Holsinger, Jim Stephenson and Eric Whitacre and Juilliard teaching artists Amy ShoremountObra, Stephen Dunn, Seth Baer, Hilary Easton, Matthew Odell and Matthew Cahill. King has also made the 855 mile trek to return to his alma mater and collaborate with Joseph Stone and Mount Vernon High Schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s marching band. He consulted with the Marching Wildcats during their 2017, 2018 and 2019 marching band seasons to help with the routines that qualified for state. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Collaborating with Jason King was a tremendous experience. He shared a lot of knowledge with my staff and I on how to put together a successful show and was always available if I had questions or concerns,â&#x20AC;? Stone said. The Wildcats Marching Band placed seventh in the state in 2018 and King was a big part of that success. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jason and I would spend many nights talking about the show and how to not just make it successful for the kids, but an experience for the kids that they would remember forever. Jason always has students and their passions in mind ahead of anything,â&#x20AC;? Stone said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Jason always wants to know what the kids can bring to the table, not just what the staff can bring to them. He showed up at one of our rehearsals last year

on a weekend and helped us through one of our rehearsals. He also has listened to our concert band and given us feedback before the concert band festival that we attend in May. The kids are always excited to see Jason or play music for him, because he always has positive things to say and makes the kids really come out of their shells when asking for more performance qualities.â&#x20AC;? King said that although he couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t work with Stone and the Mount Vernon kids this year, his involvement with the program has been important to him. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Joe is a great educator and has done amazing things with the MV program. The band has truly blossomed while under his baton. He definitely puts students first,â&#x20AC;? King said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I believe in the importance of giving back to the community you grew up in,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;For that reason I have provided, at no cost, Mount Vernon High School with the drill design for the two shows that went to state finals in 2018 and 2019. This was a great way for me to be creative and to give back to the program. Fundraising can be challenging.â&#x20AC;? King said several Mount Vernon educators nurtured and helped grow his love of music. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Music was very important to my life, beginning with Mrs. Sanders (Laws now, I believe) at West Elementary School. She made music fun and enjoyable. Mr. Merrick, my first band director, taught me how to play the trombone. He gave me the basics and motivation to really further my ambitions in music. Mr. Harloff was truly inspirational in providing the skill set that would prepare me for the University of Evansville. I often recall his passion for teaching and humor... he was the one that had taken the band program to the next level,â&#x20AC;? King said. King received his music and music education degree from the University of Evansville and a masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in educational leadership from Ball State University. He was the director of choirs at South Decatur High School and director of bands at Taylor Community Schools. He

was the high school director of orchestras and bands at New Palestine. He worked for Vincennes Lincoln High School as fine arts coordinator and was an adjunct music professor at Vincennes University from 2002-2014, during which time he also served as the executive director of the K-12 Music Festival at Holiday World. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I believe that it is important to give students an equitable education and to also provide experiences that are enriching and will embellish their education. I am passionate about teaching and learning and continue to evolve as an educator and administrator,â&#x20AC;? King said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is important to never become complacent but to have a vision...a vision that will empower students to own their education, to help them prepare to be the leaders of tomorrow and to ensure that all students have an equitable education.â&#x20AC;? His family made the move to Florida in 2014. Teaching at Windermere Preparatory School is one of his proudest accomplishments. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I really am a humble person, but I believe what I would be most proud of is where I landed...directing one of the finest performing and visual arts programs in the state of Florida, with 32 teachers, talented students and an amazing community of parents,â&#x20AC;? King said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is an honor and a privilege to serve and work with my team of teachers. The people make Windermere special. You can feel the synergy as soon as you first arrive on campus. I am thankful to work with an esteemed staff of innovative professionals that inspire students every day and are passionate about what they do. We believe that every child is a creator at heart, and we strive to unleash expression and unlock the passions of all our students.â&#x20AC;? The love of education is a family affair for King. His wife of 22 years, Sabrina, teaches fifth grade at Windermere Preparatory School. They have two children Alexis, who will be a senior at WPS next year and Landyn who will be in seventh grade next year. Sabrina was recently diagnosed with breast

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Wildcats take round one of Posey County hoops rivalry

Mount Vernon’s Brock Veatch barely gets this sot oﬀ over the outstretched hand of Jonathan Ricketts during the Wildcats’ win over the Vikings. Photo by Garry Beeson By Trisha L. Lopez both teams’ best regardless of Mount Vernon boys bas- record and regardless of exketball made a statement with pectations for the season.” a hard-fought and gutsy win The Wildcats controlled over county rival and PAC the opening tip off and senior foe North Posey on Friday, Brock Veatch scored from defeating the Vikings 57-48 in the post to give Mount Vertheir home opener. It was the non the early lead. The first first time the Wildcats have quarter was a back and forth beaten North Posey since De- battle. Both teams traded cember 2, 2016. buckets. Emotions were high “Going into the game, you and each possession was conknow it is going to be a tough, tested. Teams traded the lead, hard nosed game that is tight but ended the first quarter tied throughout,” Joe Newcomb, at 15-15. Mount Vernon’s head coach, The second quarter saw said. “I love this rivalry be- Mount Vernon’s bench playcause you can count on getting ers come up in a big way.

Junior Jayden Wilson hit two big three-point baskets and senior Gabe Owens scored a deep three to take the Wildcats into the half with a 30-24 lead. Wilson, who shot for 5-for5 from the floor, finished the night with his first double double of the season with 12 points and 10 rebounds. Newcomb said Wilson “was a huge spark off the bench.” “He really pursued the basketball and played with a ton of energy which was contagious for everyone,” Newcomb said. “I also thought Gabe Owens off the bench was really good again and made a couple of huge baskets.” The Vikings battled back in the third, outscoring Mount Vernon in the quarter to close the gap to 40-36. But Mount Vernon refused to be denied. The Wildcats, who lost to Evansville Memorial 53-49 on Tuesday after trailing by as many as 19 points in the second quarter, were not going to allow the game to slip away. Mount Vernon’s offense stepped up, putting up 17 points in the fourth quarter to snap the seven game losing streak with its rival. The Wildcats were led by senior Noah Gordon who had his second double-double of the season with 17 points and 13 rebounds. Junior Point Guard Leo Hostteter had 10 points and 7 assists. “The tone of the night was set by our junior point guard, Leo Hostetter. He played, in my opinion, the best game of his career. He did a great job of pushing pace and getting everyone organized offensively. He had a great assist to turn-

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Mount Vernon’s Jade Wilson drives past North Posey’s Kedrick Wahl and Devin Lintzenick during the Wildcats’ home win over the Vikings on Friday night. Photo by Garry Beeson

Viking grapplers defeat Pioneers in dual match 55-22

North Posey’s Wyatt Willman makes quick work of his Boonville opponent in wrestling this week. Photo by Dave Pearce By Chris Morlan Last Wednesday night, the North Posey wrestling team were in action at home against the Boonville Pioneers. There were the normal 14 varsity matches and eight junior varsity matches that took place. After a rusty start at South Dearborn over a week ago. North Posey displayed a good performance against Boonville with a 52-22 win. The Vikings are now 3-1 in dual matches for the season. After the matches, North Posey coach Cody Moll said, “we looked a lot better from two weeks ago. We need to figure out who we were the last two weeks and what team we want to be. We are moving in the right direction now. We knew Boonville had three

really good wrestlers. Our goal was not to get pinned by them and compete with them. Clay Will wrestled the number one kid in the state (Jordy Fulks) and was beating him after the first period. We were outwrestling him at that time. Clay wrestled really well. The goal all week was (Levi) Freeman was going to wrestle him (Fulks). We made a change at the last second. We had some guys who were ready to wrestle and wanted to wrestle good guys. Same thing with Wyatt (Willman) who was hoping to wrestle the (Cordel) Heuring kid. The Heuring kid ended up being in heavyweight. That kid was state ranked, and Wyatt wanted to wrestle him. Same thing for (Tristen) Gammon, he battled hard against

the Heuring kid. Tristen is a

sophomore and wrestled a kid that was ranked fifteenth in the state. Sam Belt was awesome. That’s the best Sam Belt has ever wrestled. He has come out of his shell. I think South Dearborn was a blessing in disguise. I got onto him after a match. He has been a completely different kid since then. Levi Freeman had a big pin. (Blake) Zirkelbach and (Gavin) Wheeler both had big pins. Kade Bender got his first ever varsity win. The middle of our lineup is kind of struggling. They got some confidence issues still. They looked better today. We got a few wins out of them. It’s getting better for sure. We just got to keep this team moving along and get better each day. I was anxious to see what was going to happen in this dual. I knew there was going to be some close matches we were going to have to grind out. We did, and we won those matches. Our guys looked good today.” Junior Varsity: North Posey, Boonville- Wednesday, December 2, 2020 132: Austin Thornburg (NP) def Ethan Smith (B) by pin, second period; 138: Troy Knight (NP) def Jace Durham (B) by pin, second period;

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145: Lincoln Schenk (NP) def Reese St. Clair (B) by decision 4-2; 152: Tyler Gengelbach (NP) def Hunter Evans (B) by pin, first period; 152: Lane Marchard (B) def Landon Hoehn (NP) by pin, first period; 160: Lander Shelby (NP) def Nathan Sowder (B) by pin, first period; 220: Eric Shipp (B) def Reece Terhune (NP) by pin, first period; 220: Boonville def Kyle Fifer (NP) by pin, first round. (Varsity) NORTH POSEY 52, BOONVILLE 22- Wednesday, December 2, 2020 106: Kade Bender (NP) def Anthony Whitfield (B) by decision 15-8; 113: Blake Zirkel-

bach (NP) def Eli Mayes (B) by pin, first period; 120: Gavin Wheeler (NP) def Josh Lockyear (B) by major decision 133; 126: Conner Simpson (NP) def Gavin Whitsell (B) by decision 1-0; 132: Camden Lupfer (NP) def Patrick Christian (B) by pin, third period; 138: Lane Whitsell (B) def Nathan Schoening (NP) by major decision 10-0; 145: Kaleb Elpers (NP) def Lane Pierce (B) by pin, second period; 152: Pat Mayse (B) def Landon Epley (NP) by pin, third period; 160: Levi Freeman (NP) def RJ Mueller (B) by pin, second

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Coleman commits to continue academics, soccer at USI By Chris Morlan Last Tuesday afternoon at North Posey High School, senior Brooke Coleman signed her letter of intent to continue her soccer career at the University of Southern Indiana. Coleman was a four-year starter on the Lady Vikings soccer team. Coleman will play soccer for USI coach Eric Schoenstein at NCAA Division II level for the Screaming Eagles. She plans to study food and nutrition for her major. Signing her letter of intent, Coleman said, “it felt amazing knowing all the hard work and practices, early mornings, runs after school and on the weekends, all paid off. And just to know I’ll get to play four more years of the game I love.” During her four years at North Posey, Coleman had 19 goals, seven assists, 67 shots, 61 shots on goal in 70 games. Her senior year, Coleman had six goals, two assists, 27 shots and 21 shots on goal. Coleman was a two-time AllPocket Athletic Conference selection in 2019 and 2020. North Posey finished the 2020 season with nine wins, eight losses and one tie. The Lady Vikings lost in the sectional championship against Forest Park. Coleman received more offers from other colleges and universities, Coleman said, “I got more offers from other schools, but USI to me stood out from the rest, just like with the school and professors to be there to help, and the coaching style of Eric Schoenstein stood out as well. It was just like a family to me.”

North Posey girls’ soccer coach Derek Sweeney said, “she is the face of the changing culture. Of the five seniors I thought would go, she of course. It’s a no brainer. She’s got the attitude, intelligence and ability. It’s all there. Through this whole process, I have a whole new prospective on soccer at North Posey. Instead of titles and championships, I would rather help players be more well-rounded for the next level. I would rather be a producer of good players than produce trophies for sure.” After college, Coleman wants to work in food and nutrition. She isn’t sure if she wants to work in a hospital with patients or with athletes. Coleman said, “my parents, friends, Derek (Sweeney) and Mark (Stephens). My parents and Derek have pushed me a lot along the way. They believed in me more than I believed in myself at times. It’s great to have a support system with people telling you that you can go as far as you want.” Some of Coleman’s favorite moments playing soccer were when she scrimmaged against her teammates and everyone is so competitive at practice. Another moment was when the team went to Coach Sweeney’s house and teepee him. Then the “Neighborhood Watch” chased the girls away in many directions. Coleman’s described teammate Tori Crawford as always upbeat, funny and positive. Coleman said, “she made everyone laugh. She also let everyone know we are not here to play around and to pre-

North Posey senior soccer star Brooke Coleman signs her national letter of intent to continue her soccer and academic career at University of Southern Indiana. Pictured from left to right, Assistant Coach Mark Stephens, Brooke Coleman and Head Coach Derek Sweeney. Photo by Heather Morlan pare for the season to show people what we have at North Posey. She is a member of the Viking worked for. She did a good balance of it.” Cole- track team as a long-distance runner and a team man and teammate Kennedy Devine have played captain. During her freshman and sophomore soccer together since kindergarten. years, Brooke played on the Lady Vikings basColeman not only played four years of soccer ketball team.

‘Viking wrestlers’ continued from Page A1 period; 170: Jordy Fulks (B) def Clay Will (NP) by pin, second period; 182: Brady Reidford (NP) def Zach Fuquay (B) by pin, first period; 195: Sam Belt (NP) def Hayden Wester (B) by pin, second period; 220: Wyatt Willman (NP) def Jackson Bell (B) by pin, first period; 285: Cordel Heuring (B) def Tristen Gammon (NP) by pin, second period. Plymouth Duals- Saturday, December 5, 2020 The North Posey wrestling team took a five-hour road trip to Plymouth last weekend to compete in duals competition. North Posey competed in five duals at Plymouth, winning three of the matches and losing two matches. The Vikings losses went down to the wire with the final weight class battling it out. There were four Viking wrestlers that went undefeated at Plymouth. Blake Zirkelbach, Wyatt Willman, Kaleb Elpers and Clay Will were all 5-0 at last weekends duals. Following the matches, North Posey coach Cody Moll said, “it was a good tournament. We wanted competition and we got it. This meet was good preparation for team state. This was one of the better tournaments we have competed in with good quality teams. We still gave up too many pins, but we also won a lot of matches. We lost to Mishawaka, which is ranked thirteenth overall in the state. We were right there with them. Camden (Lupfer) had a good showing and didn’t give up in a crucial situation. Blake (Zirkelbach) wrestled well. Kaleb (Elpers) was down in the Mishawaka match and came back to pin his opponent. Clay Will went undefeated and did well. Wyatt Willman won every match by pin. When Dalton Hill goes, he’s an animal and Levi Freeman is a gamer. Overall, good competition against good quality opponents and that’s what you want for our team.” North Posey 48, Norwell 35 182: Brege (N) def Brady Reidford (NP) by technical fall; 195: Sam Belt (NP) def Dreilband (N) by pin, second period; 220: Wyatt Willman (NP) def Lepher (N) by pin, second period; 285: Christenson (N) def Tristen Gammon (NP) by pin, first period; 106: Blake Zirkelbach (NP) def Smithly (N) by pin, second period; 113: Gavin Wheeler (NP) def G. Dreiband (N) by pin, first period; 120: Stevenson (N) won by forfeit; 126: Walker (N) def Conner Simpson (NP) by pin, second period; 132: Camden Lupfer (NP) def Lewis (N) by pin, second period; 138: Ringer (N) def Nathan Schoening (NP) by pin, third period; 145: Kaleb Elpers (NP) def Behning (N) by pin, second period; 152: Landon Epley (NP) def Sourse (N) by pin, first period; 160: Johnson (N) def Dalton Hill (NP) by pin, first period; 170: Clay Will (NP) def Khiun (N) by pin, second period. Mishawaka 44, North Posey 33

195: Wyatt Willman (NP) def Zanderfer (M) by pin, second period; 220: Thomas (M) def Sam Belt (NP) by pin, first period; 285: Bender (M) def Tristen Gammon (NP) by pin, first period; 106: Blake Zirkelbach (NP) def Chavez (M) by pin, third period; 113: Zenderfer (M) def Kade Bender (NP) by pin, first period; 120: Gavin Wheeler (NP) def Smith (M) by pin, second period; 126: Walker (M) def Conner Simpson (NP) by pin, first period; 132: Valdez (M) def Camden Lupfer (NP) by major decision 12-4; 138: Sinkevits (M) def Nathan Schoening (NP) by pin, first period; 145: Kaleb Elpers (NP) def J. Blanch (M) by pin, third period; 152: Powell (M) def Landon Epley (NP) by major decision 14-4; 160: Levi Freeman (NP) def Chavez (M) by decision 138; 170: Clay Will (NP) def Mason (M) by pin, first period; 182: Timmerman (M) def Brady Reidford (NP) by pin, second period. North Posey 45, Plymouth 25 220: Wyatt Willman (NP) def Popi (P) by pin, first period; 285: Driver (P) def Tristen Gammon (NP) by decision 10-4; 106: Blake Zirkelbach (NP) won by forfeit; 113: Kade Bender (NP) won by forfeit; 120: Smith (P) def Gavin Wheeler (NP) by decision 14-7; 126: Smith (P) def Conner Simpson (NP) by pin, first period; 132: Camden Lupfer (NP) def Howard (P) by pin, second period; 138: Smith (P) def Nathan Schoening (NP) by pin, second period; 145: Kaleb Elpers (NP) def Richey (P) by decision 8-3; 152: Landon Epley (NP) def Keller (P) by pin, first period; 160: Pittman (P) def Dalton Hill (NP) by major decision 10-2; 170: Clay Will (NP) def Tarritts (P) by pin, second period; 182: McCrum (P) def Brady Reidford (NP) by decision 6-5; 195: Sam Belt (NP) def Pletcher (P) by pin, first period. Fort Wayne Dwenger 39, North Posey 38 285: A. Buescher (FWD) def Tristen Gammon (NP) by pin, first period; 106: Blake Zirkelbach (NP) def X. Garrett (FWD) by pin, first period; 113: E. Cornewell (FWD) def Gavin Wheeler (NP) by pin, third period; 120: North Posey won by forfeit; 126: Conner Simpson (NP) def T. Farrar (FWD) by major decision 11-0; 132: Camden Lupfer (NP) won by forfeit; 138: O. Hilger (FWD) def Nathan Schoening (NP) by pin, third period; 145: Kaleb Elpers (NP) def E. Delaney (FWD) by technical fall 18-3; 152: S. Garrett (FWD) def Landon Epley (NP) by pin, first period; 160: E. Hilger (FWD) def Levi Freeman (NP) by pin, third period; 170: Clay Will (NP) def S. Delaney (FWD) by technical fall 15-2; 182: A. Farris (FWD) def Brady Reidford (NP) by pin, first period; 195: Wyatt Willman (NP) def P. Obergfell (FWD) by pin, first period; 220: E. Pflueger (FWD) def Sam Belt (NP) by decision 7-4. North Posey 58, Peru 18 106: Kade Bender (NP) won by forfeit; 113:

Blake Zirkelbach (NP) def May (P) by decision 3-2; 120: Sailors (P) def Gavin Wheeler (NP) by pin, first period; 126: Baldwin (P) def Conner Simpson (NP) by pin, second period; 132: Camden Lupfer (NP) def Gidson (P) by pin, second period; 138: Barber (P) def Nathan Schoening (NP) by pin, first period; 145: Kaleb Elpers (NP) def Less (P) by decision 7-6; 152: Landon Epley (NP) def Schultz (P) by

major decision 15-5; 160: Dalton Hill (NP) def Dominique (P) by pin, first period; 170: Clay Will (NP) def Seifert (P) by pin, first period; 182: Brady Reidford (NP) def Makowski (P) by pin, first period; 195: Sam Belt (NP) def Strong (P) by pin, first period; 220: Wyatt Willman (NP) def Ousles (P) by pin, first period; 285: Tristen Gammon (NP) def Timms (P) by pin, second period.

‘Wildcat win’ continued from Page A1 over ratio and he did a good job of managing the game throughout,” Newcomb said. “Like I told our guys in the locker room afterwards, everyone played a vital role in this win. Our JV guys did a good job of preparing us for North Posey’s offense, our bench guys were engaged throughout and were ready when their numbers were called, and the guys who played had a positive impact on the game.” Newcomb said the Vikings exposed some areas that the Wildcats will need to address moving forward in the young season. “I thought North Posey did a good job offensively giving us some issues with their dribble penetration and beating us off the dribble which is obviously something we need to work on and get better with moving forward,” Newcomb said. Newcomb said Wednesday that his team needed to use Tuesday’s loss to Memorial as a learning experience. He said that through Tuesday’s game, his team “gained an understanding that we are right there.” “I felt like we came out ready to play, but offensively were not aggressive to start. We were on our heels at times and didn’t play with the confidence I know we can. Because of that, we dug ourselves a hole in the first half. At one point, we were down 34-15 and things weren’t going well. But our guys showed how far they have come and what they are capable of in general by drawing a line in

the sand and finding a way to get back in the game,” Newcomb said. “I am extremely proud of our guys and the way they got themselves back into the game. I thought our bench buys were fantastic and provided a huge boost for us, especially Gabe Owens. He was a real bright spot and made a couple of huge plays on both ends.” The Wildcats were able to use those lessons on Friday against the Vikings. “I thought we came out with a lot of focus and executed really well throughout the game. I thought we did a great job of playing at our pace and looking to push the basketball more consistently last night compared to Tuesday,” Newcomb said. Newcomb said Friday’s win was “validation for our kids that we are getting better and doing the right things.” “They have worked so hard and put so much work into their games over the last year that this shows them their hard work is paying off and they are doing the things it takes to be successful,” Newcomb said. “This is just a step in the process to getting where we want to be. We have to keep our heads down and keep working and getting better.” The Wildcats junior varsity team fell 55-34 to Memorial on Tuesday. Mount Vernon trailed 28-21 at the half to the Tigers, but struggled to score in the third quarter, allowing Memorial to pull away. Freshman Hunter Spalding led the Wildcats offensively with 22 points, including four threes. Junior Ace Reeves had

six points. Statistical leaders for Mount Vernon against Memorial were: Gordon, 19 points, 10 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal and 2 blocks; junior Kaleb Dosher, 14 points, 5 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal; freshman Nicot Burnett, 7 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 1 block; Owens, 6 points, 4 rebounds and 1 steal; Hostetter, 2 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists; and Veatch, 1 point and 3 rebounds. Statistical leaders for Mount Vernon against North Posey were: Gordon, 17 points, 13 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals; Wilson, 12 points, 10 rebounds, 1 assist; Hostetter, 10 points, 1 rebound, 7 assists, 2 steals; Owens, 5 points, 1 rebound; Dosher, 5 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 block; Veatch, 4 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist; and Burnett, 4 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist and 1 block. Scoring leaders for North Posey were: junior Harold Bender, 16 points; junior Jonathan Ricketts, 15 points; senior Kerick Wahl, 7 points; junior Clay Douglas, 4 points; junior Devin Lintzenich, 4 points; and junior Dalton Reidford, 2 points. The Wildcats are now 1-1 on the season and 1-0 in PAC play. They will face conference rival Gibson Southern at home on Tuesday. It will be the Titans’ first game of the 2020 season. The Wildcats fell in the teams’ last match up in January, 59-55. The Vikings, 2-1 on the season and 0-1 in PAC play, will face Evansville Day School on Tuesday.

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SILENT NIGHT

AWAY IN A MANGER

Silent night, holy night! All is calm, all is bright. Round yon Virgin, Mother and Child. Holy infant so tender and mild, Sleep in heavenly peace, Sleep in heavenly peace

Away in a manger, no crib for a bed, The little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head, The stars in the bright sky looked down where he lay, The little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.

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The cattle are lowing, the baby awakes, But little Lord Jesus no crying he makes. I love you, Lord Jesus; look down from the sky, And stay by my side until morning is nigh.

Good tidings we bring To you and your kin We wish you a Merry Christmas And a Happy New Year

Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask you to stay Close by me for ever, and love me, I pray. Bless all the dear children in your tender care, And fit us for heaven, to live with you there.

Now bring us some figgy pudding (x3) And a cup of good cheer

Silent night, holy night! Shepherds quake at the sight. Glories stream from heaven afar Heavenly hosts sing Alleluia, Christ the Savior is born! Christ the Savior is born Silent night, holy night! Son of God love’s pure light. Radiant beams from Thy holy face With dawn of redeeming grace, Jesus Lord, at Thy birth Jesus Lord, at Thy birth

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I saw Mommy kissing Santa Claus Underneath the mistletoe last night. She didn’t see me creep down the stairs to have a peep; She thought that I was tucked up in my bedroom fast asleep. Then, I saw Mommy tickle Santa Claus Underneath his beard so snowy white; Oh, what a laugh it would have been If Daddy had only seen Mommy kissing Santa Claus last night

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Ding, dong, ding, dong That is their song With joyful ring All caroling One seems to hear Words of good cheer From ev’rywhere Filling the air

I’m dreamin’ tonight of a place I love Even more than I usually do And although I know it’s a long road back I promise you

Oh how they pound, Raising the sound, O’er hill and dale, Telling their tale, Gaily they ring While people sing Songs of good cheer Christmas is here Merry, merry, merry, merry Christmas Merry, merry, merry, merry Christmas

I’ll be home for Christmas You can count on me Please have snow and mistletoe And presents under the tree Christmas Eve will find me Where the love light beams I’ll be home for Christmas If only in my dreams Christmas Eve will find me Where the love light beams I’ll be home for Christmas If only in my dreams If only in my dreams

God rest ye merry, gentlemen Let nothing you dismay Remember, Christ, our Saviour Was born on Christmas day To save us all from Satan’s power When we were gone astray O tidings of comfort and joy, Comfort and joy O tidings of comfort and joy From God our Heavenly Father A blessed Angel came; And unto certain Shepherds Brought tidings of the same: How that in Bethlehem was born The Son of God by Name. O tidings of comfort and joy, Comfort and joy O tidings of comfort and joy And when they came to Bethlehem Where our dear Saviour lay, They found Him in a manger, Where oxen feed on hay; His Mother Mary kneeling down, Unto the Lord did pray. O tidings of comfort and joy, Comfort and joy O tidings of comfort and joy Now to the Lord sing praises, All you within this place, And with true love and brotherhood Each other now embrace;

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North Elementary Fifth Grade Boys’ Basketball Team members are, front row, left to right: Chase Meredith, Lane Young, Remington Johnson, Ryan Englebright and Tristen Rodgers. Middle row, left to right: Dylan Murphy, Urijah Montoya, Landon Huﬀ and Zac Simpson. Back row, left to right: Assistant Coach Hunter Alkire, Head Coach Jim Scheller and Assistant Coach Jacob Newman. Photo by Heather Morlan

North Elementary Sixth Grade Boys’ Basketball Team members are, front row, left to right: Reid Kihn, Jacob Nellis, Drake Schweizer and Landon Huﬀ. Middle row, left to right: Easton Robinson, Lennox Stone, Will Bippus and Brayden Compton. Back row, left to right: Assistant Coach Hunter Alkire, Head Coach Jim Scheller and Assistant Coach Jacob Newman. Photo by Heather Morlan

Stars 5th and 6th grade boys’ basketball defeats Panthers By Chris Morlan The annual North Elementary versus South Terrace fifth and sixth grade boys’ basketball game took place on Wednesday, November 18 at North Elementary. Year in, and year out, this rivalry is fun to watch with both schools bringing their best game to the court in this battle. These two schools meet twice a year. On a normal year, these teams would meet again sometime in January and play at North Posey High School for the “Battle of Big Creek” bragging rights trophy, but we will have to wait and see if we get that opportunity for that to happen. (Fifth Grade) North Elementary 21, South Terrace 9: The Stars jumped out to an early 10-0 lead after one quarter. The Stars held the Panthers scoreless in the second quarter and at the half led with a 12-0 advantage. South Terrace played well in the second half and tied North Elementary 9-9 in the final two quarters

of the game but were unable to get back in the game with a big deficit. North Elementary was led in scoring by Dylan Murphy with 15 points, followed by Remington Johnson with four points and Landon Huff with two points. Camden Koester, Brennon Reich, Tyler Arnold and Hunter Stucki each scored two points apiece for South Terrace. Bret Buecher contributed with one point for the Panthers. (Sixth Grade) North Elementary 29, South Terrace 12: In the second game of the night at North Elementary. This game was tied at 0-0 after one quarter. The Stars put up 11 points in the second quarter to take a 11-1 lead at the half. North Elementary outscored South Terrace 18-11 in the second half to cruise to a 17-point win. Easton Robinson led North Elementary in scoring with ten points. Rounding out the scor-

ing for the Stars were Will Bippus with six points, Brayden Compton with five points, Jacob Nellis with three points, Reid Kihn with two points, Lennox Stone with two points and Drake Schweizer with one point. Brady Fehn led the Panthers in scoring with seven points followed by Ethan Ashby with three points and Carter Schickel with two points. North Elementary fifth and sixth grade boys’ basketball teams played their season opener on November 16 against the Owensville Kickapoos. The Stars brought their “A” game and beat the Kickapoos in both matchups. (Fifth Grade) North Elementary 30, Owensville 14: This game was dominated by the Stars early on taking a 14-4 lead after two quarters. North Elementary scored ten points in the fourth quarter to post their first win of the season. Dylan Murphy led the Stars in scoring with 20 points. Landon Huff and Remington John-

son each scored four points, while Lane Young pitched in two points. (Sixth Grade) North Elementary 22, Owensville 12: The sixth-grade boys played well and beat the Kickapoos by ten points. Brayden Compton led the Stars in scoring with 15 points. Lennox Stone scored three points, Drake Schweizer with two points and Will Bippus with two points. (Fifth Grade) Holy Cross 24, North Elementary 14: On November 19, the Stars fifth grade team traveled to Holy Cross for their first road game of the season. North Elementary led 4-2 after the first quarter. Holy Cross took over from that point in the game and defeated North Elementary by ten points for their first loss of the season. Dylan Murphy led the Stars in scoring with eight points, followed by Remington Johnson with two points, Landon Huff with two points and Chase Meredith with two points.

Lady Wildcats dominant in pool with pair of wins this week By Trisha L. Lopez The Lady Wildcats swim team dominated the water last week, picking up two more wins at Boonville on Monday and at home on Thursday. While Mount Vernon has yet to compete with it’s full roster on either the boys or girls teams, Coach Stephen Loehr’s group has proven that they can find ways to win. The Wildcats defeated Evansville North and Evansville Central in a double dual at home Thursday. Mount Vernon came out strong from the first event, the girls 200 yard medley relay. The team of Jamie Glover, Krissy Bazan, Kaleigh Kelley and Sophie Kloppenburg trailed early, but quickly made up ground, passing Evansville North in the second lap. They finished with a time of 1:57.26, almost nine seconds ahead of the second place Huskies. Mount Vernon’s Hannah

Durham, Abbie Bazan, Julien Glover and Emily Hueftle finished third. The Wildcats continued their winning ways in the third event, the girls 200 yard free. Jamie Glover finished first with a time of 2:01.83. Hueftle finished third and Haley Rutledge finished fifth. Krissy Bazan won the girls 200 yard IM with a time of 2:16.12. Julien Glover finished fourth and Abbi Bazan, who normally dives, finished fifth. Kloppenburg and Durham finished first and second in the 50 yard freestyle, with Kloppenburg finishing with a time of 25.42 seconds and Durham finished in 27.34 seconds. Maddie Maier finished fourth. Kelley won the girls 100 yard butterfly with a time of 1:01.34, almost four seconds ahead of second place finisher Lydia Baumberger from Evansville North. Julien Glover finished third.

Kloppenburg won the girls 100 yard freestyle, finishing in 54.84 seconds. Maier finished fourth and Grace Reyes finished fifth. The Lady Wildcats had another first and second place finish in the girls 500 yard free. Krissy Bazan finished first with a time of 5:18. Jamie Glover finished second. They finished 1-2-3 in the girls 100 yard breast, with Kelley, Hueftle and Abbi Bazan. The strongest finish of the night came from the team of Jamie Glover, Kloppenburg, Krissy Bazan and Kelley in the girls 400 yard free relay. The Lady Wildcats finished the race with a time of 4:09.82 over second place Evansville Central who finished in 3:47.09. The boys team picked up two wins. Khai Willard won the 200 yard IM and came from behind to win the 100 yard butterfly, finishing in 59.50 seconds over Evansville

North’s Derrick Casana who finished in 1:00.05. Mount Vernon traveled to Boonville on Monday, scoring 374 points, and defeating Southridge (347), Boonville (250), and Forest Park (131). Monday’s race winners were: Jamie Glover, Hueftle, Kelley and Durham in the 200 medley relay; Krissy Bazan in the 200 and 500 free; Kelley in the 200 IM and 100 fly; Glover in the 100 back; Abbi Bazan in the 100 breast; and Glover, Durham, Krissy Bazan and Kelley in the 400 free Relay. Coach Loehr said Maier had a personal best in the 50 and 100 Free and Rutledge had a personal best in the 100 Back. He said Cherish Anderson had a good effort on the diving board, finishing third on the night. “Overall I thought our effort was considerably greater on Thursday

than it was on Monday. We still have to learn to race versus just swimming hard. We had several good efforts, not really saying that we had any outstanding swims, but we didn’t have any bad swims either,” Loehr said. He said the team still has work to do moving ahead in the season. “We still need to continue to work on our starts, turns and finishes. We swim fast in the middle of the pool, but that will not be good enough at the end of the season,” he said. “Obviously as far as the rest of the season, we need to stay healthy. Low numbers on both squads puts us at risk of being in serious trouble if we have to quarantine anyone.” Loehr is confident that his team can do what needs to be done to achieve its goals in the postseason. “Keep working hard, stay healthy and we will be just fine come tournament time,” Loehr said.

Wildcat wrestlers go 3-1 at Westfield, PAC duals upcoming Trisha L. Lopez Mount Vernon went 3-1 to finish third in the Shamrock Duals at Westfield High School Saturday, defeating Delta (48-36), Lawrence Central (78-6) and Hamilton Southeast (42-31). The Wildcats’ lone loss came at the hands of state powerhouse and Shamrock Duals champion Carmel (53-19). Juniors Chris Newman and Matthias Gates and sophomore Colton Lippe went 3-0 on the day. Senior Black Ritzert went 4-0. “I feel like our team turned the corner this weekend at Westfield. We did not start off the day wrestling well. In the dual meet we lost, I ac-

tually saw our best individual efforts of the season. I really felt good about the way we battled and competed as a team. All of our guys had a lot of fight in them, even though the dual meet score was not in our favor,” Mount Vernon Head Coach Tim Alcorn said. “The last dual of the day probably saw our best team effort of the season. We had some very unlikely faces step up and win big matches to help us secure that dual meet.” Mount Vernon was down 25-24, but got three wins in the next four weight classes from freshmen Zack Bulkley and Mason Suits and sophomore Jarrett Dye to take the score to 36-31. “The exclamation point came from Chris

Newman picking up a fall in the last match to help us defeat Hamilton Southeast,” Alcorn said. The Wildcats edged out PAC rival Heritage Hills (42-30) at home on Tuesday. Sophomore Ethan Yarber, Sophomore CJ Bellew, Suits, Gates and Ritzert won by fall. Junior Brady Hook won by major decision, 113. Sophomore Colton Lippe won by major decision, 10-2. Dye also won by major decision, 12-0. “I feel like the meet Tuesday against Heritage Hills went about as expected. Our lineup is not yet at full strength, so to beat a team that had a full lineup it’s a tough thing to do,” Alcorn said.

“It’s always nice to get a win over a conference rival. Next up for the Wildcats is the Pocket Athletic Conference Duals at home. All PAC teams will compete in the two-day event, starting at 5 p.m. on Friday. Alcorn likes his team’s chances. “I’m very confident that our team will return to full strength this coming weekend for the PAC duals. It will be a great test over two days against conference opponents,” Alcorn said. “Our goal is to go undefeated, 8-0, on the weekend. It’s a tough task, but we are a good enough team to get it done.”

Jackson’s quadruple-double leads Wildcats over Pike Central By Trisha L. Lopez Mount Vernon senior Brooke Jackson recorded her first quadruple double during the Lady Wildcats’ 41-20 victory over PAC foe Pike Central

on Saturday. Jackson, who has two double doubles and one triple double through five games this season, had 11 points, 15 rebounds, 10 blocks and 11 steals

against the Lady Chargers. It is also the first quadruple double in recent school history. The Lady Wildcats’ defense was impressive. Mount Vernon held Pike Central, 3-3

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on the season and 1-1 in PAC play, to just 1 point in the first quarter and 3 points in the second quarter to take a 22-4 lead going into halftime en route to the road win. They also controlled the boards, out-rebounding Pike Central, 39-20. “I was very impressed with our defense in today’s game. We worked really hard in practice this past week to make that a major focus and I was proud of how aggressive we started. It’s always tough when you are

on the road, especially after a long morning drive, but our girls were ready to go from tipoff,” Wildcats Coach Kendra Steinhart said. In addition to Jackson, Steinhart credited senior Paige Robinson, sophomore Lera Wilson and senior Libby Steinhart with stand out performances. “Paige Robinson led the team with 14 points. This takes Paige to 913 career points. Lera Wilson played a great

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Mount Vernon Wildcat basketball player Noah Gordan had a double-double in each of his first two games this season to help the Wildcats stay close at Memorial and win over North Posey.

North Posey wrestler Wyatt Willman went undefeated on Saturday to remain undefeated on the season. The Vikings gained their first conference win this week 52-22 over Boonville.