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Posey County schools make the move to Masks Optional Monday By Trisha L. Lopez Posey County school corporations announced on Friday that mask mandates…in place since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic at MSD of Mount Vernon and re-issued when cases spiked after the holidays at MSD of North Posey…would be lifted on Monday. Students, faculty and staff may now make the decision to mask up or leave masks behind, regardless of vaccination status. Masks will still be required on school buses as required by federal mandate. The move comes at a time when Covid cases, which reached record levels in Posey County in January, continue to decline. According to the Posey County Health Department, a pandemic-high 527 positive cases were reported in Posey County from January 19 through January 25, but that number has steadily decreased in the weeks since, falling to 163 between February 2 and February 8. The health department reported 50 cases from Wednesday to Saturday. “The masks have been a burden to faculty and staff, as it is one more thing they are trying to monitor,” said Dr. Matt Thompson, superintendent of MSD of Mount Vernon schools. He said quarantine rules will remain the same, per Governor Eric Holcomb’s orders. According to the MSD of Mount Vernon’s website, updated last on January 19, quarantine requirements depend upon vaccination status. Those fully vaccinated or within 90 days of a positive Covid test will not be required to quarantine if exposed to someone with the virus. Those not fully vaccinated must stay home for 10 days after their last contact with the positive case. A positive student or staff member with or without symptoms must isolate at home for 10 days from

the date the positive test was collected. A statement released by MSD of North Posey on Friday said that any students identified as positive cases will still be required to isolate for five days from the onset of symptoms. A January 14 statement said that students who have tested positive may return to school on day six if asymptomatic, but must wear a mask through day 10. If all students are masked, close contacts of a positive case will not be required to quarantine, but asked to monitor symptoms. Students who are a close contact outside of the school setting must quarantine at home for five days. “In January, the Posey County Health Department asked us to return to a strict following of the CDC guidelines of quarantining of six feet without masks or no quarantining with masks. Our goal has always been to keep the largest amount of kids in school; therefore we felt the best option was to return temporarily to masks until the omicron variant passed. We have monitored our data closely over the past several weeks, posting these daily for our parents and community,” according to Friday’s statement. Both corporations saw large jumps in the number of positive cases amongst students and staff and utilized three virtual learning days in the height of the surge in late January. Michael Galvin, MSD of North Posey superintendent, released a recorded statement for parents on January 22. He explained that the corporation had almost 200 students absent, the highest number since the start of the pandemic, on January 21 alone. On January 24, Thompson said that the “number of positive cases (at MSD of Mount Vernon) is the worst

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Bryer LaMar and Lyndsey Zirklebach were crowned North Posey homecoming royalty on Friday night during 2022 homecoming festivities. Photo by Dave Pearce

Mount Vernon schools aim to hold on to Supt. Thompson By Lois Mittino Gray The Mount Vernon School Board apparently believes it knows a good thing when it has one. The board is presently working to lock School Superintendent Matt Thompson into an unprecedented five year contract. There are not as many candidates for these positions as in years past and they want to ensure the polished and efficient administrator remains in place as the Wildcat leader. In accordance to Public Law 1482012, the February 7 meeting of the group served as a public hearing opportunity for board members to lis-

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ten to and discuss public comments regarding the proposed Superintendent’s contract extension. No comments were made and the contract is expected to be approved at the next meeting on February 21. Details of Thompson’s contract include an annual salary of $118,473, up from the former $116,150, This breaks down to 260 Contract Days at a daily rate of $455.67. There is the possibility of an additional stipend after the evaluation process: $1,000 for an Effective rating up to $3,000 for Highly Effective. He would have 20 vacation days and 20 leave days. Perks

include a $150,000 Life Insurance Policy and 2.5 percent of his contract salary deposited into a 401K. Other employment matters discussed include accepting the intent to retire from Gordon Hartig as a part-time high school German teacher, effective at the end of the 2021-22 school year. “He stayed with us to allow the students who need to finish their year of German to do so. We are now going to advertise the opening as a World Language Teacher position. We may get Spanish, French, and Mandarin for example as possibilities, as they are all very popular now. We’ll just

see what the picture looks like,” explained Superintendent Thompson. Donna Koenig, a bus driver and food service worker for the district, turned in her resignation, too, effective August 1, 2022. Keregan Cole was hired as a teacher assistant in the high school study center, replacing Laura Kuhn, and Tara Neaveill was hired to be a teacher assistant in Special Education at Marrs Elementary School. Jason Bell and Nicholas Salee were upgraded as assistant high school softball coaches from a quarter

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Kloppenberg spearheads request for historical marker By Lois Mittino Gray Sophie Kloppenburg was learning to drive last summer when her instructor, Tom Guggenheim, sparked an idea in her that has turned into a full-blown flame. The junior at Mount Vernon High School ran with the idea and turned it into a class project that has taken her in front of the Posey County Commissioners and the Mount Vernon Common Council in her quest. She is scheduled to speak again on the agenda of the County Commissioners meeting on February 15 to get their final blessing to place a historical marker on the County Court House lawn. They were very receptive

to the idea when she first presented it to them in November, but tabled it to learn more about the events, while she worked on wording. “We were riding around and Tom told me about the lynchings on the County Court House lawn in 1878 and the other awful deaths. I never heard about the incidents before and I wanted to pursue the facts. As I read, I learned there were seven deaths in three days in Indiana’s largest racial lynching incident. There was no trial and no justice for these men as no one was ever charged or held responsible for what happened to them. There is no remembrance. Our ancestors took everything from these men; it’s time we re-

paid them. For a time the nooses that hung the men were on display at our local jail. How, as a community, can we justify keeping their nooses, but not their memory alive?” she asks. “I enrolled in Kevin Krizan’s ‘Open Source Learning and Innovation’ class in August, and as a requirement, I needed a project that would positively affect the community. My goal is to erect a historical marker and/or a memorial bench to honor those who died, to acknowledge what happened, and to learn from the events that unfolded in our community 144 years ago,” she explained. Sophie would like to get the marker erected and dedicated near October 10-12, 2022, the

anniversary of event dates, on the Court House lawn near where the lynchings occurred. She would like to have a ceremony to unveil the marker in order to spark conversations in the community about what happened here and how we can learn from it. “Sentiments have changed, but unconscious and unchecked bias still runs rampant,” she emphasized. The young scholar presented these harrowing details to the county and city representatives. Daniel Harrison, Jr. was chased from his home and burned to death when he was forced into the firebox of a steam locomotive

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Redwine pays tribute to Emhuff Special to the News The next morning my long-time court reporter, KaBy Judge Jim Redwine trina Mann, buzzed me and said, “Dr. Emhuff is on the When my good friend Dr. John Emhuff’s retirement phone.” I asked her to put him through. He started out as Assistant Superintendent of the Metthe conversation, “Judge, is that job still ropolitan School District of Mount Veravailable? Beverly says she wants me out non, Ind., was announced in the media of the house and that if the court needs I had just lost my part-time bailiff and help, I should help.” Fifteen years of sterneeded to quickly fill the position. I ling public service later John retired from called John and asked if he’d be interthe court. I missed him then and I will miss ested. I told John that one of the drawhim even more now. The county has lost backs was he would have to address me a fine public servant and many of us have as “Judge” even though we had been lost a true friend. on a “John and Jim” basis for many John is probably checking to see if St. years. John thanked me for the offer but Peter needs any part-time gate-keeper help told me he had other things he and his in his new venue. He’ll be glad to sign us wife, Beverly, wished to do. We had a all in just as he did with all those jurors pleasant conversation then signed off. I for me. Arrangements were pending at Pierre Brian Williams, of McKim’s IGA, is honored by the Posey County thought I had better get busy finding anJohn Emhuﬀ other candidate. Funeral Home in Evansville at press time. United Way for 2021 Campaign Chairman. Photo submitted

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FEBRUARY 15, 2022 Iris Jean Reynolds Iris Jean Reynolds, 98, of Wadesville, Indiana born to Anton S. and Amelia (Sensmeier) Kissel on August 10, 1923, in Evansville, Indiana, passed away, Thursday, February 10, 2022 at Deaconess Midtown Hospital Evansville, Indiana. She received the Community Leader Award in 1999 from the Kiwanis Club of Poseyville, Indiana for her service to the community having a history of service to the North Posey County area youth, volunteer service organizations, clubs and people in need. Iris has devoted many days and hours over the years to many different volunteer groups and individuals. In addition to raising five children and running a dairy farm with her husband, in the mid 1950’s, she worked with the local PTA to help consolidate the Metropolitan School District of North Posey. Iris also organized a 4-H club group and worked with them at the Posey County Fair. In the early 1960’s, she headed the school cafeterias in South Terrace, Poseyville, and Cynthiana Elementary schools while attending Evansville College at night to get a Bachelor’s Degree in special education, and a Master’s Degree in guidance from Ball State University. In 1967, she taught art and special education at the old Poseyville School. In 1971 she became guidance counselor for North Posey High School. Iris worked with many students to attend different colleges and trade schools, sponsored foreign exchange students, and helped students with family problems. Iris has always loved art and has painted many pictures, and on many occasions taught art to anyone that wanted to learn to draw and paint. After retiring in 1989 as Director of Guidance, she did not quit helping in any way she could. She worked with the Veteran’s Admin-

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istration to deliver medicine, received the JC Penny Golden Rule Medal for her volunteer work as a docent at Mesker Park Zoo, belongs to the Indiana State Retired Teachers Association and the VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Iris was not only a wonderful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother. She was just a good person. Surviving are her daughters: Sharon Dittmar of Wadesville, Indiana, Linda Khosla (Dr. Rajinder) of Raleigh, North Carolina and Joyce Ann Lewis of Saint Joseph, Indiana; sons: James Reynolds (Michelle) and Bill Reynolds (Rhonda) both of Wadesville, Indiana; nephew: Anthony Ungetheim of Boonville, Indiana; nine grandchildren; one step grandchild; ten great grandchildren and three greatgreat grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her parents; husband of 40 years: Jack Reynolds in 1979 and a sister: June Rowley in 1995. Private funeral services will be held, Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at the Werry Funeral Home in Poseyville, Indiana with burial in Mount Pleasant Cemetery near Poseyville, Indiana. A public visitation was held from 4 – 7 p.m., Monday, February 14, 2022, at the funeral home. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family online at: www.werryfuneralhomes.com.

Jerry Wayne Utley Jerry Wayne Utley, 79, of Mount Vernon, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, February 3, 2022 at his home. He was born on July 22, 1942 in Henderson, Kentucky to the late Rudy and Catherine (Mattingly) Utley. Jerry served nine years in the United States Air Force during Vietnam and was a member of the American Legion and VFW. He worked for 26 years as a conductor for CSX Railroads and retired in 1997. Jerry was in the class of 1960 at Mount Vernon High School. He loved Appaloosa horse shows, John Wayne, religiously watching Nascar, Jeopardy, horse training shows on RFD-tv and weekly lunches with his friends and family. He was also a lifetime member of the Posey County Saddle Club. A true cowboy at heart and loved by many. He is survived by his children, Alan Utley, Leigh Ann Clark (William), Jim Reese (Tracy), Kelly Utley (Stephanie) and Kodie Ritzert (Chad); six grandchildren;

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The Rev. Joseph L. Ziliak, 85, senior priest of the Diocese of Evansville, died February 8 at Ascension Saint Vincent Hospital in Evansville. Father Joe was known and loved across the diocese and the region because of his media and pastoral ministries, and his work leading pilgrimages and tours across the world. He was born November 20, 1936, in Evansville to Edwin M. and Cecilia C. (Obert) Ziliak. He was a son of Saint Benedict Cathedral Parish in Evansville. Father Joe attended Saint Benedict School in Evansville through eighth grade, then completed high school and college at Saint Meinrad College in Saint Meinrad. He attended seminary at Collegium Cannisianum Seminary and University in Innsbruck, Austria. He was ordained a priest April 7, 1962, by Bishop Paul Rusch of Innsbruck. He celebrated his first Mass as a priest in a small chapel in Oberammergau, Germany, and he celebrated his first Mass in the U.S. August 12, 1962, in Saint Benedict Church in Evansville. After completing a master’s degree in English literature in 1962 at the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Father Joe served the Diocese of Evansville in a variety of capacities, including: Teacher, vice rector and librarian at Magister Noster Latin School, Evansville; Diocesan Director of Radio and Television and Vicar for Seminarians; and Editor, Evansville edition of The Criterion, newspaper for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis. He was Administrator of Saint Nicholas Parish, Santa Claus, Indiana, and the first editor of The Message, newspaper of the Diocese of Evansville. He was Pastor of Nativity Parish, Evansville, while continuing as editor of The Message. He became associate publisher of The Message and was later named Pastor of Saint John the Baptist Parish, Newburgh. He served on the Council of Priests, as a Diocesan Consultor, as Administrator of Mary, Help of Christians, Parish, Mariah Hill, Indiana, and Saint John Chrysostom Parish, New Boston, Indiana. He was presbyteral moderator at Saint Bernard Parish, Rockport, Indiana, and Saint Martin I Parish, Chrisney, Indiana. He retired from

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full-time pastoral ministry in 2012, but served as the Vicar for retired priests until his passing. After his retirement, he served as Sacramental minister of Saint Bernard Parish, Rockport and Saint Martin I Parish, Chrisney in 2014. In 1983, Father Joe was appointed to the Metropolitan Evansville Progress Committee. In 1984, he was elected to a two-year term on the Catholic Press Association Board of Directors. He was reelected in 1986, this time to a three-year term on the CPA board. Father Joe led pilgrimages and tours to destinations in more than 50 countries on six continents. He visited Rome and Vatican City during the service of Saint John XXIII, Saint John Paul II, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI and Pope Francis. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include four brothers: Edwin A. (Donna), of Noblesville, Indiana; Donald A. (Jean), of Columbus, Ohio; Lawrence, of Greenwood, Indiana; and Jerome (Barbara), of South Bend Indiana; 13 nieces and nephews; and many greatnieces and great-nephews. Visitation was held from 2:30 p.m. CST to 8 p.m. CST Friday February 11 at Saint John the Baptist Church, 526 Frame Road, Newburgh, with a prayer service at 7 p.m. CST. Visitation continued from 9 a.m. CST to 11 a.m. CST Saturday February 12 at Saint John the Baptist Church. Evansville Bishop Joseph M. Siegel celebrate d a Mass of Christian Burial with priests of the diocese at 11 a.m. CST February 12 at Saint John the Baptist. Interment will be in the mausoleum of Saint John the Baptist Cemetery in Newburgh. Memorial contributions may be made to Saint John the Baptist School in Newburgh and/or the Diocese of Evansville Priest Retirement Fund.

Ronald Dean Eaton three great grandchildren; his sister, Janice Gatewood as well as several nieces and nephews. Jerry is preceded in death by his sister, Nancy Daly and his brother, Norris Utley. A celebration of Jerry’s life will be held at 1 p.m., on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Point Township Family Life Center. The family would like to give a special thanks and appreciation to Dr. Matthew Lee, Dr. Anthony Stephens, and his hospice nurse, LuAnn Blosl. Simple Cremation Evansville is entrusted with care.

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Ronald Dean Eaton. 74, of Crossville, Illinois died Thursday, February 3, 2022, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana. He was born October 23, 1947, in Evansville, Indiana, the son of James and Lorene (Gambrel) Eaton. He was married to Brenda lee “Bee” (Maier) Eaton and she survives. Ronald was retired from Whirlpool Corporation after over 40 years. He is survived by his wife Brenda “Bee” Eaton of Crossville; son Jason (Cassie) Eaton of Phillipstown, Illinois; brothers Fred (Darcel) Eaton, Eugene (Peggy) Eaton; sister Teresa (Randy) Terrill, all of New Harmony, lndiana; grandchildren Jackson and Chase Eaton.

Preceding Ronald in death are his parents; and infant twin brother Donald Eaton. In keeping with Ronald’s wishes, his remains were cremated. There will be no services. Cook Funeral Chapel in Crossville is assisting the family.

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Dan Norman, a devout Catholic, passed on February 8 after over 80 years of life. His family is so thankful for the adventures he had. From encountering a weasel while fetching eggs from the hen house as a kid to later traveling all over the northern hemisphere with his wife and good friends, Dan made the most of his time. Of course, working was synonymous with Dan’s character, and he instilled the work ethic into his family. He started by delivering soft drinks and ﬁnished in upper management at General Electric in Mount Vernon. Part of that road required him to earn his bachelor’s degree, which he did when he was 53 years old. Dan also had many talents. From building most of his own home on Ford Road to square dancing, to refereeing football, to volunteering at Saint Boniface, to dressing up as a nun to MC his Mater Dei class reunion, he enjoyed new activities. Dan was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara “Babs” Norman; his parents, Malcolm and Margaret Norman, two sisters, Doris Jean Richter and Alwina Koester and two brothers, Jerry and Richard Norman. He is survived by his wife, Peggy, his sons, Bryan (Cathy) Norman and Brad (Andre Guthrie) Norman, his granddaughters, Chelsea

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Jerky accounts in Tennessee. He was the family genealogist; consistently researching and documenting. Major Moore was Master Mason of the Artic Lodge 394 in New Harmony. He was preceded in death by his brother, Ritchie. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Rose (Robinson) Moore; daughter, Kimberley Blankenship (Larry); son, Greggory Moore (Taska Owens); grandsons, Dakota Blankenship (Kady), Larry Ashley Moore (Kortni) and Greggory Scott Moore, II (Kayla – Dale). Also survived by great-grandchildren, Brady, Cooper, Emryn, Jaycee, and Owen. Funeral service will be held at 11:30 p.m., on Thursday, February 17, 2022 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main Street, Mount Vernon, Ind., with Rev. Dallas Robinson oﬃciating and burial to follow in Weiss Cemetery with Military Rites. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m., until 11:30 p.m., service time on Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the New Harmony Veteran’s Memorial or www.michaeljfox.org for Parkinson’s research. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com

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Major Moore, Larry R. Ret. United States Army, 81, of Knoxville, Tenn., passed away February 10, 2022 at Park West Medical Center in Knoxville. He was born August 8, 1940 in New Harmony, Ind., to the late C. Albert and Goldie (Kendall) Moore. Major Moore served in the United States Army. He served overseas on South Korea, Vietnam and two tours in Germany. Major Moore was awarded the Combat Infantryman’s Badge, Bronze Star with “V” device with two oak leaf clusters, two Purple Hearts, two Army Commendation Medals with “V” device and one for meritorious service and two Air Medals. He received the Meritorious Service Medal with two oak leaf clusters, the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry with Palm and the Vietnamese Campaign Ribbon with four bronze Campaign battle stars. Major Moore graduated from New Harmony High School. He earned a Bachelors of Science Degree at University of Nebraska and received his Master of Science Degree from Jacksonville State University in Jacksonville, Ala. After 20 years of active duty as a RA Oﬃcer, he retired in 1978 from Fort McClellan, Ala. Major Moore and his wife, Rose moved to Knoxville, Tenn., with their family. In 1997, Major Moore again, retired from Lockheed Martin Energy Systems following 20 years of service as a major project manager/leader. He was a published author of many articles for national magazines, poems and numerous manuals for the Army and Lockheed. In 2003, Major Moore and his wife established a distributorship enterprise involving Big Game

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John Robert Osban John Robert “Buzzy” Osban, age 84, from New Harmony, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Saturday, February 12, 2022, at Deaconess Gateway Heart Hospital. In his younger days, John loved to hunt, ﬁsh, and shoot with anyone that would tag along. He and his wife would ﬁll many afternoons and evenings following the Nascar races. John was a simple man, often not saying too much, unless necessary, but, when he was especially talkative and you really paid attention to what he was saying, you would undoubtedly learn something you didn’t know. He was a kind, loyal and generous soul when called on to help and would never betray the trust bestowed on him for any reason. John was a past member of the Moose, Westside Sportsman’s Club, and has been a member of the American Legion for many years. He had the privilege of going on the Southern Indiana Honor Flight in October of 2019. This was a day we will never forget, and everyone should participate at least once in their lives. The heartfelt love and appreciation shown to our Veterans was incomparable to anything ever seen. John enlisted in the United States Air Force when he graduated from high school and made this career for 21 years traveling with his family to many countries around the world. He was a Linguistics Specialist and Translator and taught Russian at Syracuse University and the Monterey Language Center. After retiring, he came

home and had worked at GAF, Martin’s Garage, and the Ultem Crib and laydown yard at General Electric. He is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, Norma Sue (Kelly) Osban, daughters, Helena Linck, Theresa Hoyd, Kristina (Tony) Rutledge, and Jolene (Jeﬀ) Zenthofer, sister Dorothy Garrett, sister-in-law Judy Miller, 10 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents Robert K. and Bernadine (Fischer) Osban, sister Mary Ann Schmitt, brothers-in-law Ronald Miller, Johnny Garrett and James Schmitt, sons-in-law JR Hoyd and Victor Linck, and nieces Debbie (Garrett) Gose and Lora (Schmitt) Gipe. A memorial service for family will be held at Denning Funeral Home with military rites provided by the Owen Dunn Post 5 American Legion on Friday, February 18, 2022 at 11 a.m. In lieu of ﬂowers, memorial contributions may be made to Riley Children’s Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana, or Kosair Children’s Hospital in Louisville, Ky.

It is with sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jennifer “Jen” Irvin, 49, of Evansville, Ind., on Monday February 7, 2022. Jen was born March 11, 1972 in Waynesboro, Va., to Joe Murphy and Cathy Fulp and grew up in Charlottesville, Va., and Mount Vernon, Indiana. From a young age, Jen started riding horses and this would turn into a lifelong passion. Jen was truly a free spirit who made friends easily and brought laughter to those around her. She was quick to let you know your mistakes, but even quicker to forgive and accept. Jen worked in the medical ﬁeld, but was happiest surrounded by family, good food and lots of laughter. Jen is preceded in death by her brother, Thomas Jason, her grandparents and her beloved horse Bean. She is survived by her sons Hunter Irvin (Ashley, children Forest and Lakelee) of Mount Vernon, Ind., and Joseph Irvin of Evansville,

Ind.; her parents Joe Murphy (Nancy) of Plano, Texas and Cathy Fulp (Trey) of Mission, Texas; her sister Laura Rossmurphy (Mac, children Sammie, Neko and Cormac) of Richardson, Texas and many extended family members and loving friends. The family will have a celebration of life Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Western Hills Country Club from 2 - 5 p.m. Eulogy will be at 3 p.m. Please wear purple or red in honor of Jennifer. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com

Richard Dane Hogan Richard Dane Hogan, 67, of Evansville, Ind., passed away Tuesday, February 8, 2022 surrounded by his family and friends. He was born on October 14, 1954. Richard was a gifted carpenter for many years. He enjoyed ﬁshing, camping, cards, friends, and his dogs. Richard especially cherished time with his family and his grandkids. Richard was preceded in death by his mother, Mary “Nan” Hogan; siblings, Noah, Mary, Jerry, Christine, Virgil (Donna). He is survived by his wife, Linda (Wirth) Hogan; sons, James Hogan (Stephanie), Jeﬀery Hogan, Jarrod Hogan (Elesha); daughter, Andrea Fahrlender; son, Josh (Casey) Hogan; daughter, Erica Fahrlender; son, Jeremy Hogan; grandkids; brothers, Michael (Debbie) and Leroy Hogan; nieces and nephews, and many others whom he loved. A funeral service was held

at 11:30 a.m., on Saturday, February 12, 2022 at Alexander West Chapel officiated by Pastor Ron Kissel. A graveside service followed at 1:30 p.m., at Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Griffin, Ind. A gathering and meal followed. In lieu of flowers, Richard’s family would like you to pay it forward with kindness to a stranger. Condolences may be offered at www.AlexanderWestChapel.com.

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National and Local News 100 Years Ago News From The Western Star, February 15, 1922 - Mount Vernon ence, and many news briefs and personals. No Report On Dead Wild Ducks Yet - Members of the Hovey Lake Hunting Club of this city deny the report published in an Evansville paper Wednesday that they suspect illegal whiskey stills around the lake could be the cause of the death of hundreds of wild ducks in that vicinity. According

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to the Evansville story, the ducks had eaten sour mash, some being overfed and others had starved to death. Arthur Howell of the Federal Biological Survey, was sent by members of the club last week to make an investigation. He arrived here Thursday and sent several of the dead ducks to Washington for an examination by specialists but up to this morning, no word has been received as to the cause of their death. Local hunters say that the disease closely resembles “limber-neck.” The Egg Industry Is Thriving - The big 600 egg electric incubator together with one 400 egg and another 250 egg oil incubators will be set up this week at the Ideal Ancona Farm according to Philip Schreiber, proprietor, who was in the city Wednesday purchasing poultry supplies. Because of a big demand for the eggs from this ﬂock by New York customers, he has been delayed from starting incubators earlier. During the month of January his ﬂock of 260 hens and pullets laid 3,000 eggs. Experimental School Feeding Begins - Fifty undernourished of the Junior High School were yesterday started on rations of graham crackers and milk and records will be kept to determine the success of the venture. If successful, the plan

Edna Katherine Mosby Edna Katherine (Droege) Mosby, 91, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away on Monday, February 7, 2022 at her home. Edna was born in Posey County, Indiana on June 10, 1930 to the late Fred Simon and Valada Barbara (Reese) Droege. She worked a supervisor for Anchor Industries, retiring in 2009 after 47 years of service. Edna was a true seamstress, enjoyed quilting, crocheting, playing cards and shopping. Her greatest joy came from spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Edna is survived by her daughters, Terry Lynn Mosby of Evansville, Ind., and Bonnie Welch of Evansville, Ind.; sons, Leonard Logan Mosby of Evansville, Ind., Michael David Mosby of Evansville, Ind., and Ricky Allen Mosby (Melissa) of Evansville, Ind.; brother, Frederick John Droege of Posey County, Ind.; 21 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and several great-great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Edna was preceded in death by her children, Barbara Barker and Randy Mosby;

sisters, Viola Rowland and Lucille Pfettscher; her brother, Alvin Phillip Droege; and a son-in-law, Max Welch. A celebration of Edna’s life was held at 1 p.m., on Friday, February 11, 2022 at Browning Funeral Home, 738 Diamond Avenue, Evansville, IN 47711 with Pastor Steve Clayton oﬃciating. Burial followed at Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends visited from 10 a.m., until service time on Friday, February 11, 2022 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Dementia Society of America, P.O. Box 600, Doylestown, PA 18901. Condolences may be made online at www.browningfuneral.com.

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will be introduced in all city public schools. Finances for the purchase of the nourishment is being furnished by the Posey County Anti-Tuberculosis Association. Mount Vernon High Civics Class Project - Following is a short survey on the development of our present Fire Department. Their survey showed that the old hand reel was abolished 35 years ago, changing to a horsedrawn apparatus. In 1918 a motor truck (fire truck) was purchased at a cost of $3,150 being equipped with a two and one-half inch fire hose, two chemical tanks, chemical hose and ladders. The personnel consists of ten men, including the Chief and two drivers. Robbery Takes Place During Basketball Game During the basketball game at Pythian Hall Friday night, thieves entered the boys’ dressing room and stole about $5 in money, three caps, a pocket knife and other valuables. This is not the first time thieves have entered the dressing room. During the Newburgh game several months ago, several articles were stolen. The stolen property was recovered by the police a few days later, who returned it to the proper owners. On President Harding’s Washington Conference The Washington Conference for the limitation of armaments, while falling short in its results of the great things that some enthusiasts expected of it, did actually accomplish many things worth while, and the measure of

James E. Dockery, 82, of Evansville, passed away Saturday, February 5, 2022 at Park Terrace Village. Jim was born May 23, 1939 in Evansville to the late George and Addie (Monroe) Dockery. He was a sheet metal worker and a member of Sheet Metal Workers Local 20. Jim served in the United States Army. He enjoyed playing softball and bowling and was on several bowling teams locally as well as while he served in the Army. Jim was an active member of CrossPointe Trinity Church, where he served as the head usher for over 50 years, as well as on the church board and in many capacities behind the scenes. Surviving Jim are two daughters, Amy (Michael) Mitchell and Melissa Palmquist; a brother, George (Marilyn) Dockery; and four grandchildren, Austin (Grace) Mitchell, Ryan Mitchell, Kyla Palmquist and Drew Palmquist. In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Judy (Flanigan) Dockery, by a brother, Don Dockery and

these accomplishments, is highly creditable to President Harding, Secretary Hughes, and the representatives of the foreign powers there assembled. The ending of the race for naval superiority (Japan is not happy) is enough to justify the calling of the conference. Also, to limit submarine activities and the outlawing of poison gas do much for humanity in warfare. Sports - Basketball Mount Vernon Boys defeated Stewartsville 51 to 14 Friday night. Mount Vernon Girls defeated Boonville 20 to 4 Friday night. Standings of the Posey County High Schools - First place - Mount Vernon, Second - New Harmony, Third - Poseyville, Fourth - Cynthiana, Fifth - Wadesville, Sixth - Stewartsville. News Briefs And Personals - Recognizing Washington and Lincoln - The men’s Bible Class of the First M. E. Church will give a program next Monday in observance of the birthdays of Washington and Lincoln. KeckGonnerman Auto Sales Keck-Gonnerman will start selling Lincolns through the Ford Motor Company. Prices will range from $3,300 to $5,200. Birth - Mr. and Mrs. William Niehaus are the proud parents of a girl baby. Sick List - Sheriff E. W. McFadden is again able to be at his office in the Courthouse following a severe attack of influenza. Charles Gerth for many years a salesman at the E.B. Schenk Hardware Company ran a nail in his foot while working about

son-in-law, Kent Palmquist. Funeral services for Jim was held at 11 a.m., on Thursday, February 10, 2022 at Pierre Funeral Home, Rev. Duane Allison oﬃciating. Burial will follow in Tupman Cemetery, where the Vanderburgh County Retired Veterans Memorial Club will conduct military rites. Friends visited with the family from 2 until 7 p.m., on Wednesday and from 10 a.m., until service time on Thursday at Pierre Funeral Home, 2601 West Franklin Street. Memorial contributions may be made to CrossPointe Trinity Church, 6515 Old Boonville Highway, Evansville, IN 47715

the store Friday. Tragic Fire - Bufkin - The house belonging to Richard Knight and occupied by Oscar Renschler was consumed by fire Friday. More On Sick List - Walter Bray is confined to his home by illness. Mrs. Frank Fessenden and son and daughter are improving at their home following a two-week’s illness of influenza. New Ford - John Goodwin has purchased a new Ford touring car. Sale Chris Papenmeier had a sale Thursday. Mr. Pepenmeier will leave shortly for a trip to Germany. Gatherings - The County Needle Club gathered at Mrs. Virgil Williams Thursday for an all day’s meeting. The Ladies’ Aid of the Greathouse Chapel held their monthly meeting last week at Mrs. Clarence Jeffries. The Greathouse Aid has placed a piano in their church. Visits - William TenBarge of Poseyville was in the city Wednesday transacting business. John Schmuck was in the city Friday and while here gave us a call. B. Hildenbrand and Roscoe Ruminer were business visitors to this city Saturday. Sunday Visits Gladys Schweitzer and Viola Seifert spent Sunday with Harry Seifert and family. News 125 Years Ago Marriage Licenses - Milton Daws to Sarah Nichols; Ogden Knight to Ida Leipold; Wm. Burrows to Orella Pool; Chris Gabler to Louise Fisher. Alfred Gronemeier completed his course in bookkeeping from Columbian College at Evansville.

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Sermon of the Week - Joshua 23:6-8 not that difficult. God’s Word gives us this Bro. Tom Doty 6 “Now, stay strong and steady. Obedi- instruction about being obedient. Deuteronently do everything written in the Book of omy 30:10 tells us, “10 But you must decide The Revelation of Moses - don’t miss a de- once and for all to worship him with all your tail. 7 Don’t get mixed up with the nations heart and soul and to obey everything in The that are still around. Don’t so much as speak Book of God’s Law”. Don’t get mixed up with bad things or the names of their gods or swear by them. And by all means don’t worship or pray to bad people. Don’t get caught following the them. 8 Hold tight to God, your God, just as crowd. If you get mixed up with the wrong things then expect trouble. Follow the One you’ve done up to now. Have you ever had problems staying on True God and don’t give in to the false gods track with God? Do you ever find yourself of this society. Proverbs 22:24-25 tells us, getting mixed up in knowing what to do and “Keep away from angry, short-tempered when? It happens to all of us. We know what men, lest you learn to be like them and enwe should do and we really know how to do danger your soul”. Hold tight to God. God is out protection it, but we get sidetracked. Joshua used these words of encouragement to keep the Israel- He holds our hand to guide us, provide for us ites on track. To stay on track we need to be and to keep us from falling. We need to hold tight. Don’t turn loose of His hand and go reminded of these often. Stay strong and steady. Be strong in your wondering off. The tighter we hold the tightfaith and steady in your relationships. Don’t er He holds. Isaiah the prophet tells us, “13 give in to what is popular at the time. Don’t I am holding you by your right hand—I, the Sarah Capehart is the owner of Alegria Accessories, she recently setup at the vendor be swayed by what looks good or appears Lord your God—and I say to you, Don’t be fair at the Moose Lodge in Mount Vernon. Her website to order is alegriaaccessories. too good to be true. Many have experienced afraid; I am here to help you” (Isaiah 41:13). We never know what will come our way, problems by what appears appealing. James com. Photo by Sally Denning said, “But let him ask in faith, with no doubt- but we can always be ready. All we need ing, for the one who doubts is like a wave of to do is follow the instructions. God nevthe sea that is driven and tossed by the wind” er leads us to something He can’t take us through. We just need to follow and trust (James 1:6). Be obedient to the Book. Know what Him. February 15 - Charleen Layer, Suzanne ily Fortune, Benton Frisse, Thomas Rapp, I have prayed for you this morning. I Kohlmeyer, Donnie Mathews, Brent Knight, Alayna Harrington, Conner Schmitt, Rachel God’s word says and just do it. Don’t skip the details. God has given good instructions pray that we stay on track as we face all that Greg Cox, Kyah Chaney, Rylee J. Sapp, Hausmann February 20 - Andrew Ramirez, Johnny and all we need to do is follow them. It’s comes before us in daily living. Quentin Rutledge, Sean Weldon, Kevin McMarchino, Joshua Stallings, Tim Woolsey, Glamery, Maggie Rapp February 16 - Haley Fick, Greg Jones, Phil Moss, Sharon Roach, Kion Kissel, Kay Christine Laughbaum, Journey Logan, Lia- Giles, Ray Pierce The state meet for the girls other sports she participates though it felt a little unusual February 21 - Elizabeth Koester, Keith na DeFur, Graham Reynolds, Rebecca Roswim team was held this in. Her favorite thing about considering seniors usually Robinson, Raymond Patterson, Janet Slifer driguez weekend. Mount Vernon being a part of the team is take the leadership roles. “It February 17 - Lisa Smith, Jamie Peter- Hotz, Tom Rutledge, Moriah Seifert, Zander had many individuals felt a little weird at first son, Tori Sue Powers, Megan Rene Mun- Husley, Myron Westfall, Lawrence Gosh, have an incredible persince I’m only a junior sterman, Marionette Blood, Wilma Joyce Phil Moss, Katie Burton, Michael Crispino, formance in the most imand usually seniors ocEdwin Franklin, Kent Williams, Curt Wolfe, Bailey, Susie Dougan, Lennox Stone portant meet of the year, cupy those roles, but as February 18 - Erika Middendorf, Scott Michael Biggs, Chase McFarland, Martha but two swimmers in parthe season progressed I Moye, Madeline Pfister, Beverly Johnson, Gerth, Ann Buck ticular capped off their really grew into the poIf you have a name to be included, please Carl D. Lindell, Aaron P. Wilson, Dylan amazing season with a sition I was assigned and Harmes, Kelly Dunn, Natasha Bosecker, Pat send to: Posey County News, P.O. Box 397, great day at the state fireally understood what New Harmony, IN 47631, or email: news@ Mayville nals. This week’s “Meet it meant to be a leader February 19 - R. Brian Patterson, Em- poseycountynews.com the Athlete” is both Kafor the underclassmen.” leigh Kelley and Sophie Kloppenburg is also Kloppenburg. very grateful for the For Kelley, swimming bonds she has created This week’s Viking at NPJHS and Riley is in the has been more than just a with the other girls on Pride article features Jusixth grade at Thompkins hobby. It has taught her the team. “We are super nior Emily Johnson. EmMiddle School. Kaleigh Kelley close. We spend a lot of ily is extremely involved in What do you enjoy do- many lessons and helped time together in the pool both band and choir and ing (out of school activi- through life, improving her work ethic and and all of the hard work dedicates a lot of her time ties and/or for fun) during dedication. “Swimming we have put in has given to those events whether it your free time? us something we can reis a concert or musical. I don’t really get much has been an extremely late to.” She also credits Here is more about Emfree time with all the re- influential aspect of my life and is very importhe sport for improving ily: hearsals. Usually, if I am not her time management Tell me about yourself. at rehearsal or school, I’m at tant to me. I love pushing myself to perform my skills considering they I am 16 and an eleventh work. had to endure practices grader at North Posey High What advice would you best in the pool.” Kelley continues to push herself that were over three School. I am in choir, theshare with younger elhours long. With such a Emily Johnson ater, and do what I can for ementary or middle school even after the season has ended for her. She hopes long season, she credits the band. Up until my fresh- there for one another. It’s all students? her mom and coach for man year, I went to school love here. Teach yourself how to to be at her very best for the next season she parproviding the most supin the EVSC. I went to What keeps you inter- study. Once you get to high port. As Kloppenburg Daniel Wertz Elementary ested and involved in your school, you don’t get a ticipates in. Kelley is leaves high school she Sophie Kloppenburg School for Pre-K through activity? chance to teach yourself or very grateful to be in a leadership position as an has many memories she fifth grade. Then I began learn how to PROPERLY There’s always someupperclassman. She enjoys the bonds she has created will cherish forever, one of going to Thompkins Middle thing different. Whether it’s study before you need to. School for sixth through the musical we’re doing or And once you get into the having the opportunity to set with the fellow participants which being winning seceighth grade. I started out the songs we’re working on more complicated classes, an example for her fellow and coaches. She has had tionals after a rough conferswimmers. “It feels good to a wonderful time with the ence meet. Her mom and here at North Posey at the for concerts. They are al- you’ll have to study. beginning of my freshman ways different. What is a fun fact about have a leadership role on the other girls on the team and teammates helped to restore year. you that people may not team. It has been a lot of fun cannot wait to spend her last her confidence in herself afWhat other activities to help the freshman learn season with them. Advice ter her rough performance at How long have you been are you involved in? know? how a high school swim that she would give to the the conference meet, and she in the activity? I am actually really good I work at Cici’s. team functions. I love being incoming freshman is that then went on to set a personal This is my second year Tell me about your fam- with kids and babies. somebody that the younger they will not regret joining record and win the sectional for both choir and theater. What is your favorite ily. swimmers can look up to.” the Mount Vernon swim meet, qualifying for state in Tell me about your role, quote and why? My dad is Chris J. and he responsibilities, and/or in- grew up a little bit outside “Love has nothing to do Swimming has played a team. Shep plans to swim in four separate events. Advice huge role in Kelley’s life college, but is undecided on Kloppenburg has provided volvement in this activity. of Stewartsville. My mom with what you are expectfor the incoming freshmen In choir, I am a Soprano is Brianna W. and she grew ing to get – only with what as she has been swimming where she will go. Kloppenburg has also is that the swim season may 2, which is the second-high- up in Evansville. I have four you are expecting to give – since she was 8 years old. It est range. In the musical, I siblings, three brothers, and which is everything.” This helps her through the winter loved being a part of the seem daunting, but it will am Torrey, Katherine’s As- one sister. My oldest brother is my favorite quote because season as her and her friends swim team all throughout allow you to make lifelong have the greatest time cheer- her highschool career thus friends. sistant. is my stepbrother, Alex, he it explains love. Both Kelley and KlopWhat do you enjoy most is 18, and he graduated from It is evident that Emily ing each other on and captur- far and is very grateful for ing success. Kelley credits the opportunities it has pro- penburg have helped to imabout the activity? gives a lot of love when it NPHS last year. My stepsisI enjoy the bond and rela- ter, Katelyn, is 17 and is a comes to her involvement her parents and coaches for vided her with. “Swimming prove the atmosphere and tionships we form between senior at NPHS. I have two in both choir and theater. providing her with the sup- is very important to me. I’ve success of Mount Vernon’s one another. Choir and the- half brothers, Zach and Ri- She is dedicated to these port she needs to make it put so much time into it.” swim program, and the high ater is literally just one big ley, and they are both 12. clubs which she has helped through the long and cold Being an upperclassman and school is very appreciative winter season. She also cred- a natural leader, Kloppen- of how much they have done family. Everyone is always Zach is in the seventh grade form into a family. its the sport for helping her burg has stepped into a lead- to raise the bar in terms of in all other aspects of life and ership role for the team. Al- performance.

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Understanding Valentine’s Day

Madeleine, it is hard to believe that you will soon be celebrating your sixteenth birthday, even though you have seemingly been very mature for a long time. I totally remember the day you were born. Your father was beaming with a wide smile as he wheeled you out to meet us. And, of course, we were equally happy to meet our first granddaughter. You lived up to everyone’s expectations, of course. After driving up here to Saint Wendel from New Harmony for a few months to babysit you, we bought this house next door. It is just close enough to be nearby, but far enough away to afford privacy, both ways. I try not to be intrusive in any way. In a couple more years, you will actually be graduating. I think back at the years that have passed and I want it all to slow down. I sincerely hope that your future life will be fulfilling, in all ways. Mostly, I hope you find a husband worthy of you, and that makes you happy. This choice will be the biggest one you have to make and I hope you make it wisely. Heather had a couple of boyfriends before she found Jason. He was a wise choice for her. I am so happy that all of my children are with someone that makes a good partner for them. Life is hard, so we all need to find a person who will endeavor right along side us, in good times and bad. You have heard your grandfather and I argue about a wide variety of things, but my recent physical problems showed me that he will always be there for me. Even though he and my mother didn’t see eye to eye on many things, he stepped up and helped her in the ways that were important. This is a major thing. In addition to loving you unconditionally, your future husband also needs to be B C P

ready to devote himself to your family. We are at Valentine’s Day, which is traditionally a day to give gifts and declare one’s love. Many years ago, I got past not getting candy and flowers on this day. I used to get my feelings really hurt because Don Powers did not step up in this way. However, after living through life’s many hurdles, I realized that his willingness to take care of other things was, by far, the most important. Just this morning, he was the one who cleaned up after one of the dogs, who had apparently not digested their breakfast. I don’t know what I would have done in my current state of needing various form of assistance. No matter what one of our children or grandchildren needs, he is there to help. Obviously, he is always on top of helping at the Silver Bell. He is always saying for me not to bother Sean and that he, himself, will take care of whatever. Even though, at 82, he can’t do like he used to, he does a lot. Fortunately, he is only five minutes away during the day and can be here fairly quickly. I think of weird concoctions I want him to make for me at the restaurant, and he always

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Ash Wednesday, March 2, 2022 is the ﬁrst day of Lent, the 40 day period of fasting and repentance leading up to Easter, the Christian celebration of the resurrection of Christ. Services may include the participants receiving a Pastoral Blessing and an ash cross marked on their foreheads to symbolize mourning and penitence for the season. With the restrictions of meeting that Covid-19 continues to place on gatherings, Wadesville Christian Church would like to invite, one and all, to attend a Drive-Thru Ash Wednesday Observation. It will be held at Wadesville Christian Church on Wednesday, March 2 beginning at 6 p.m. Make sure to bring the kiddos as a special booklet of activities has been prepared especially for them, as well as, a guide to Bible Study designed for the Lenten Season. This would be an excellent way for North Posey County Christians to combine in our mutual love of God and Mankind. Hope to see you all there.

South Terrace School in Wadesville and North Elementary School in Poseyville are now enrolling Kindergarteners for 2022-2023. Information and enrollment forms may be picked up at the schools or sent via email. Students enrolling for next year’s Kindergarten class will need to be ﬁve years of age by August 1, 2022. Parents or guardians should contact the school as soon as possible, if they have not already, to sign up to get registration information. Kindergarten Round-Up for South Terrace will be April 6 at 6 p.m., at South Terrace Kindergarten Round-Up for North Elementary will be March 9 at 1 p.m., and 4 p.m., at North Elementary.

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tries to do so. So, Madeleine, I hope when you are old, you have a grumpy old man to do your bidding, as well. Yes, you are only sixteen, with many future roads to walk down, but it is still within your power to set yourself on a good road. At sixteen, many young girls are hopelessly worried about boys, or perhaps one certain boy. I don’t pry into your private business, but I don’t think you are in love with some worthless jerk who would break your heart. When I was that age, I had just met your grandfather in the autumn of 1961. I often look back at those days and wonder if the disdain I felt for him in the beginning was actually the stirrings of something more. We have all read those books and seen those movies when it works out like that. Yes, love is much more than fancy red heart-shaped boxes, filled with candy. Unfortunately, one has to live through so much to get to the point where it all makes sense. When I reach out for Grandpa’s hand now to steady me, getting out of the car, I know that I feel safe because it is his hand.

The New Harmony Kiwanis is participating in the annual Kiwanis Riley Walk at Eastland Mall on Feb. 26 in Evansville. Our walkers are in need of local sponsors from the community to represent them. All of the walk proceeds are donated to Riley and Deaconess Riley hospitals for the beneﬁt of the children they serve. The walk is the single largest Kiwanis/Riley fundraising event in Indiana. Last year our local club raised over two thousand dollars. Our goal is to do more than that this year. Donations can be sent to: Kiwanis, PO Box 62, New Harmony, IN 47631. Please make checks payable to Kiwanis Riley Walk. Individuals donating 250 dollars or more, may make checks payable to Riley Children’s Foundation for tax substantiation purposes.

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ARC/PLC sign-up available now The sign-up for the 2022 ARC/ PLC Farm Program is ongoing now at the Posey County FSA Office and will continue till March 15. All signatures are required to be on the contract and back in the office by that date. Please contact the Posey County FSA Office about signing up. If you have any questions, please contact the Posey County FSA Office at 812-838-4191, ext. 2.

Saint Philip Conservation Club sets date for annual Burgoo Sale The Saint Philip Conservation Club will be selling Burgoo at The Hall behind Saint Philip Church on February 19 and 20, 2022. Burgoo is available for $20 per gallon on Saturday, February 19 from 2 - 6 p.m., and Sunday, February 20 from 8 a.m. - Noon. Contact Brian Weinzapfel at 812-664-2974 or Joe Weinzapfel at 812-774-5566 to place an advance order or for more information.

The journey will begin with a talk about the moon and nature at night. Hiking will begin at 8:35 p.m. and end at 9:30 p.m. Plan to wear comfortable hiking shoes and bring refreshments. There will be stone benches to rest on. Participation is limited, and advance registration is required by phone at 812-685-2447 by 2 p.m., Feb. 17. For more information regarding this program or other interpretive events, please call the Nature Center at 812-685-2447. Patoka Lake (on.IN.gov/patokalake) is at 3084 North Dillard Road, Birdseye, IN 47513.

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

New Harmony American Legion Now open daily Wednesday-Sunday at noon.

Celebrate Recovery on Thursdays Co-ed Celebrate Recovery group meets on Thursday evenings at 6 p.m., at the Beyond the Walls Campus, 424 Vine Street, Mount Vernon.

Trinity UCC AA Meets on Saturdays AA meetings are held on Saturdays at 9:30 a.m. and will continue until further notice. Join us at Trinity UCC in Mount Vernon and enter through the back.

AA Meetings to be held on Mondays AA meetings are held on Monday evenings at 7 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Wadesville.

Patoka Lake hosts Full Moon Hike Join an interpretive naturalist on Friday, Feb. 18, at 8 p.m. at the Beach 2 Shelter House at Patoka Lake for a three-fourth-mile guided hike along a paved trail overlooking the lake.

AA Meetings set for Thursdays AA meetings are held on Thursdays at 7 p.m. at the Lighthouse Assembly of God.

Ask Amy Koch A monthly column from the Executive Director of the Charles Ford Retirement Communities of New Harmony Healthcare workers at assisted living facilities Healthcare workers at assisted living facilities may include registered nurses (RN), licensed practical nurses (LPN), certified nursing assistants (CNA), qualified medication aides (QMA), and sometimes, even nurse practitioners (NP). Their responsibilities vary, but all are connected by the goal of providing comprehensive care for the residents. Their role is critical in providing this care. “Currently, the weariness caused by the Pandemic and the extremely tight labor market is making it very difficult to re-

cruit individuals in these nursing care positions,” said Amy Koch, executive director of the Charles Ford Retirement Community. “Even though we see employment in an assisted living community as an ideal alternative for any nursing care provider, it should be particularly attractive to someone who wants to transition from a stressful hospital-based environment to partial retirement, while keeping their licensing current and their skills active. Residential care allows nurses to get to know the assisted living community’s residents as they provide daily care and helps them develop lasting relationships with both residents and other staff members. Koch explains, “While the day-to-day schedule of an assisted living nurse is more predictable than that of a hospital nurse, no day is completely the same. While a large part of a nurse’s job is to administer medicine and treatment to patients, an assisted living nurse’s responsibilities extend beyond physical treatment. Along with the qualifying educational background and experience, we value the soft skills of patience, communication, and compassion in all of our staff. Those skills cultivate a strong family team-like atmosphere for which we are proud to be known. According to Koch, the Charles Ford Retirement Community has for years been very fortunate to have staff stability producing a low employee turnover rate when compared with regional and national measurements. Low staff turnover is the basis for stability and team building within our Community,” Koch explains. “Unfortunately, recent staff health issues, unrelated to Covid, and the tight labor market, caused by Covid, have impacted the team’s stability.” Koch explained that for several weeks, she has been searching for an additional qualified individual to join their comprehensive nursing care team. The ideal applicant, Koch says, will assist in providing residents’ personal health care needs which involves a variety of activities that help the residents live as independently as possible in a safe, controlled environment. “We rely on our nurses to take a lead role in maintaining the well being of our residents,” she said. If you are an RN, LPN, CNA, QMA or NP, who would like to know more about the benefits offered to employees of the Charles Ford Retirement Community in New Harmony, call Amy at 812-682-4675, or apply online at retirenewharmony. com.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

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New railroad track would close block of West Water St. By Lois Mittino Gray Mount Vernon Fire Chief Wes Dixon hopes the new weather warning siren for the east side of town will be up and ready in time for spring’s severe storms. He brought an updated quote to the February 10, Mount Vernon Board of Works meeting from VEI Communications for $31,346 for the project work. This figure also includes setting the pole upon which the siren is mounted. “VEI is the only quote I will bring in as they are the sole company that is the contractor for all of our sirens. They do all of our radio service work on the signals and the county uses them, too, for their dispatch,” the Chief explained. He added the electrical work is not included in the initial quote. He already contacted local firm Gottco for a quote. “They are interested in doing the project, but are unable to quote at this time until a location for the siren is set.” Dixon said he is looking for a siren site, roughly in the area of Leonard Road and Old Highway 62 on the now-annexed east side of the city. “I would prefer that it is on city property with ready access to electricity,” he described. Board Member Andy Hoehn, attending the meeting via Zoom, asked if CenterPoint Energy will allow the city to use their pole to help offset the Gottco cost. The Chief was unsure, but will check on the question. In the past, Vectren Energy did this as a “donation”

when the siren was put up at the Hedges Central location in 2015. Hoehn made a motion to allow $35,000 for the entire project at the discretion of Dixon and Mount Venron Mayor Bill Curtis. It was unanimously approved by the quorum, although Board member David Dodd was absent. Dixon speculated that the parts he ordered for the siren should arrive in about ten weeks and the goal is to have the project completed in two and a half to three months. He reminds everyone that these are warning sirens to be heard by those who are outside. He concluded his report by stating, since the last meeting, his department worked 37 calls. Three of those were fires and the rest are typically medical. Police Chief Tony Alldredge told the board that, since the last meeting, there were 146 calls taken by his department. Audience member Paula Rudibaugh asked if the Chief made a new hire yet for his unfilled officer position. At the first meeting in January, the Chief said he made an offer of employment to Chance Farmer, who declined the offer. Alldredge was then approved to offer the position to Zachary Atkins who was next on the list. Rudibaugh wondered as to that outcome. Alldredge replied they have made an offer, but added no more information. Utilities Superintendent Chuck Gray reported the sewer department cleaned 7,574

feet of main since the last meeting. At the next meeting, they will open bids for a new water ine at the sewer plant. Street Commissioner Max Dieterle requested approval for use of the city credit card for a fee of $15.00 to transfer the title and registration on the used truck they just purchased from Morrow’s. The motion to approve carried unanimously. Dieterle concluded his report by stating, since the last meeting, they had 11 extra trash pick-ups generating $600; and hauled 8 tons of trash to the landfill. He added tonnage is down a bit from normal due to the ice storm last Thursday and Friday. Mayor Curtis thanked the guys at the department for all of their hard work during the weather event. . The Legal portion of the agenda opened with the first item being a request from Brandon Bullard to approve his appointment of Sherry Willis as an Assistant Building Commissioner for enforcement of the Unsafe Building Code. The motion to approve was unanimously passed. Board member Hoehn asked if her job description has been changed to incorporate all duties. The Mayor replied that was the next item on the agenda. The job description was unanimously approved. Even though Willis was formerly the City Building Commissioner, the title and duties was changed for propriety, as she is also the Mayor’s Secretary, and auditors commented it is like “double dipping” to work both jobs.

Paula Rudibaugh asked Gray if he was trying to buy the building next to his office since that firm is no longer in business. Gray replied he is trying to get prices and information on that possibility right now. Under Old Business, the Mayor said, at the last meeting, they discussed traffic cameras on lightpoles. He talked with several mayors in the area, and no one has traffic cameras, not even Evansville. Rather, they have cameras in parks and on buildings. Lochmueller Engineering has its traffic department looking into this and will be getting a little more information. He stated he will update them next time they meet. Under New Business, the Mayor presented a request from Evansville Western Railroad to close one block of West Water Street between Barter and Mann. They are going to put in a second track. Mayor Curtis explained they will be putting in another line next to their current line, which will be on city property. He asked board members to look at the area before the next meeting. City Attorney Beth Higgins added this will require a street vacation and will go through the City Council. Mayor Curtis stated he just wanted to get this out to them for consideration. Curtis has talked with both property owners who would be involved, and they are aware. One has no objections and one wanted to look at the project.

‘Statue’ continued from Page A1 on October 10th, 1878. John Harrison was chased from the same home, shot, and stuffed into the hollow trunk of a tree on the next day. Daniel Harrison, Sr. was kidnapped from the jail, “butchered like a hog”, and dumped into the jailhouse privy on October 12, 1878. On that same day, Jim Good, William Chambers, Edward Warner, and Jeff Hopkins were kidnapped from the jail and lynched on the southeast corner of the Posey County Court House lawn. Why a historical marker? “Most people in our community aren’t even aware this happened. It was buried history until Judge James Redwine took the liberty of uncovering everything there is to know in his book, “Judge Lynch!” I read the book and sent him an email and he was kind enough to call me back and talk a while on the telephone to support my efforts. (The retired county judge now resides in Oklahoma and writes the ‘Gavel Gamut’ column in our newspaper.) Another project supporter, Ben Uchitelle, traveled from St. Louis to speak after Sophie at the Commissioner’s meeting. He owns several hundred acres of family farm in Posey County and heard about her project. He read a portion of his great-grandfather’s diary aloud to the Commissioners and the audience. “It was a big help to me as it was the whole story as he remembered it as a primary source and upheld all the facts,” she said. Uchitelle has pledged to help her get the memorial done. Sophie has several plans to fundraise for the marker. She is corresponding with the Equal Justice Initiative (EJI) out of

Montgomery, Alabama about wording and fabrication, and they may donate the marker for free. If that doesn’t work out, there are other businesses she has looked into that would be willing to fabricate such a marker. She would need to raise funds for the marker, a bench, and their installation. The seventeen year old daughter of Lioba Kloppenberg would like to go to college someday and possibly major in Political Science. She enjoys participating in sports and runs cross country, swims, and plays soccer and tennis. “She is an outstanding student who strongly believes in getting the facts. She’s willing to take on things most students her age would not. She is wonderful!” said Mr. Krizan of his dedicated student. “Having a marker would depict those events and memorialize its victims. It allows people to learn about how unchecked racism was a part of our town’s history but doesn’t need to be a part of our future,” she speculated. “It’s not an advertisement. It’s a memorial for those who died and a learning tool for curMount Vernon High School student Sophie Kloppenrent citizens. Just raising awareness can help people reevaluate burg speaks at the commissioner’s meeting on December their conscious and unconscious biases and actions. Germany was responsible for the Holocaust, but there is an abundance 7 about her idea of a new marker in Mount Vernon. of memorials, museums, plaques, and laws to make sure those people heal and avoid new injustices.” things never happen again.” “Over 140 years ago, our community killed these men and Retired Posey County Circuit Judge James Redwine agreed, hopefully, 140 years later we can get them a fraction of the writing in a recent column, “Community recognition of these justice they deserve. I’m quite optimistic. The Commissionsubversions of the Rule of Law is important. Monuments that ers gave me no reason to think otherwise,” Sophie remarked show society admits its wrongs, even if long past, can help hopefully.

‘Mount Vernon School Board’ continued from Page B1 stipend to half stipend, both replacing Brett Duncan. Derek Foncannon and Luke Harris were hired to be assistant coaches in high school baseball. The board also accepted the resignation of Samantha Eunice as a parochial Special Education teacher assistant, effective February 9, 2022. A resolution was adopted permitting the following personnel to go to meetings: Alicia Schmidt will attend the Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Kentucky with students on February 16. FFA will pay expenses. Kelli Walker will attend a tour of SABIC in Mount Vernon with students on February 28 with no expenses anticipated. Kevin Krizan and Kim Merrick were given permission to attend the DECA State Competition in Indianapolis with students on March 6-8, with DECA to pay expenses. In other actions taken by the board:

--voided three checks that have been outstanding for two years or more as of December 31, 2021 as suggested. They were written in 2019 for $5, $65, and $144. --accepted the letter of understanding for bus drivers and bus attendants regarding layoff procedures as recommended. Dr. Thompson said there are no layoffs anticipated at this time and it was strictly routine clarification of language. --accepted the Disclosure of Conflict of Interest statements for the persons listed: Loren, Amy Hueftle, Mark A. Isaac, Kyle I. Jones, Jacquelyn Maier, Beth McFadin Higgins, Greg Oeth, Joseph E. Rutledge, Charles Seifert, Matt Thompson, and Amanda Wilson. --adopted several routine investment resolutions including one that allows the investment of public school funds for more than two (2) years and not more than five (5) years according to Policy #500.10. Another allows

‘Mask optional’ continued from Page B1 it has ever been in the district.” He said that the school had more than 100 combined adult and student positive cases and more than 200 students quarantined. While Posey County will remain under a red advisory level, the county’s positivity rate has dropped from 34.9 percent on February 1 to 23.9 percent on Friday. Hoosier hospitalizations due to Covid-19 fell to 1,932 on Thursday, according to the Indiana State Department

of Health, a 45 percent drop since a pandemic-high 3,519 on January 13. Thursday marked the first time the number of hospitalizations has dropped below 2,000 since November. Data on the state’s Covid tracking website shows the following breakdown of the state’s positive cases by age group (as of Thursday): ages 5-11, 5.9 percent; ages 1217, 7.4 percent; ages 18-19, 3.5 percent; ages 20-29, 17.8 percent; ages 30-39, 16.2

percent; ages 40-49, 14.7 percent; ages 50-59, 13.5 percent; ages 60-69, 9.8 percent; ages 70-79, 5.3 percent; and 80-plus, 3.2 percent. A statement released by MSD of Mount Vernon on Friday said the drop in numbers, particularly in school aged children, prompted the decision to go “mask optional.” Both corporations said they will continue to monitor numbers and update policies accordingly.

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the School to invest in certificates of deposits from banks outside the political subdivision, but designated by the State Board of Finance as depositories if deemed necessary. --The board declared as surplus 106 Apple MacBooks and other assorted iPads and devices and granted permission to advertise for sale of surplus items to electronics recycling dealers and the general public through auction. --In Sunday activity permissions, the board granted permission to the boys’ basketball team to meet on Sunday, February 20 to watch the sectional pairings; granted permission to allow DECA students to travel to Indianapolis to participate in the DECA state competition departing Sunday, March 6; granted permission to Mount Vernon Police Department for use of the high school on Sunday, February 20; granted permission to PAWS wrestling for the use of the high school main gym on Sunday, March 6, for a wrestling tournament;

granted permission to Mount Vernon Youth Baseball, Inc. for the use of the baseball field on Sundays for cub games on March 13, 27, April 3, 10, 24, May 1, 8, 15, and 22, 2022 and granted permission to Evansville United Volleyball Academy to use a high school gym on Sunday March 27 as requested. --A citizen, Peyton Straw, commented on removing masks in schools. She told the board she was a parent from the North Posey District and was getting a petition up to get masks in schools banned from the whole county. The Board thanked her for the information. --Information to the Board included February menus, SLF report for December, and property purchase. The Board reviewed and discussed policy revisions and three new course proposals to bring to the next meeting. --The next Board meeting is set for Monday, Feb. 21 at 5:45 p.m.in the high school Media Center.

Evansville man faces charges Posey County Sheriff Tom Latham said on January 28, 2022, the Indiana Department of Child Services contacted the Posey County Sheriff’s Office in reference to a sexual abuse complaint involving a juvenile that took place in Posey County. On January 31, 2022, the victim was interviewed at Holly’s House, in Evansville, and disclosed sexual abuse to a certified forensic interviewer. On February 4, 2022, Posey County Sheriff’s Office Detective Kyle Reidford interviewed 20-year-old Christopher Michael Upchurch, of Evansville, Indiana, where it was determined

Upchurch there were sexual relations with the victim. Later in the day, on February 7, 2022, Mr. Upchurch was arrested by the Posey County Sheriff’s Office and is currently housed in the Posey County Jail. Upchurch currently has

no bond and is awaiting arraignment. Upchurch was charged with Rape, a Level 3 Felony, Child Molesting, a Level 3 Felony, and Criminal Confinement, a Level 5 Felony. Sheriff Latham stated, “These types of suspected crimes are horrendous and unfortunately when they occur, they leave everlasting effects on the victim.” Sheriff Latham also stated, “If you or someone you know, has been a victim of an unreported sex crime please reach out to authorities.” “However, just as important, reach out to professionals in efforts of dealing with this type of traumatic situation.”

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Legal Advertisements and Court News Arrests January 29 Maribel Gough - Mount Vernon - Domestic Battery - MVPD Kirk Long - Mount Vernon - Invasion of Privacy - PCS Chloe Erwin - Huntingburg - Operating While Intoxicated - MVPD January 30 Timothy Keepes - Owensville - Dealing in Methamphetamine, Possession

2022-040 STATE OF INDIANA COUNTY OF POSEY

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IN THE MATTER OF: MC - DOB 3/13/2004 A CHILD ALLEGED TO BE A CHILD IN NEED OF SERVICES AND ELISABETH COLLINS (PARENT) TO:

of Methamphetamine, Possession of Syringe NHPD January 31 Justin Brakie - Mount Vernon - Operating While Intoxicated - ISP Alexandra Curtis Evansville - Warrant, Operating While Intoxicated (petition to revoke) - PCS February 1 Frank Kirk - Mount Vernon - Warrant, Resisting Law Enforcement (failure

to appear) - PCS David McCarty - New Harmony - Possession of Methamphetamine, Maintaining a Common Nuisance-Controlled Substance - PCS Collin Haley - Evansville - Warrant, Criminal Trespass (failure to appear) - PCS February 2 Kaelyn James - Evansville - Warrant, Compulsory School Attendance

IN THE POSEY SUPERIOR COURT CAUSE NUMBER: 65D01-2112-JC-000180

SUMMONS FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION & NOTICE OF CHILD IN NEED OF SERVICES HEARING

Elisabeth Collins Whereabouts unknown

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the above noted parent whose whereabouts are unknown, that the Indiana Department of Child Services has filed its Verified Petition Alleging the child to be in Need of Services, in accordance with I.C. 31-34-9-3, and that an adjudication hearing has been scheduled with the Court. YOU ARE HEREBY COMMANDED to appear before the Judge of the Posey Superior Court, 126 E. Third St. Room 114, Mount Vernon, IN 47620 for a(n) Hearing on Publication on 3/28/2022 at 1:00 PM. At said hearing, the Court will consider the Petition and evidence thereon and will render its decision as to whether the above named minor child is child in need of services and shall enter adjudication accordingly. Your failure to appear after lawful notice will be deemed as your default and waiver to be present at said hearing. UPON ENTRY OF SAID ADJUDICATION, A DISPOSITIONAL HEARING will be held in which the Court will consider (1) Alternatives for the care, treatment, or rehabilitation for the child; (2) The necessity, nature, and extent of your participation in the program of care, treatment, or rehabilitation for the child; and (3) Your financial responsibility for any services provided for the parent, guardian or custodian of the child including child support. YOU MUST RESPOND by appearing in person or by an attorney within thirty (30) days after the last publication of this notice, and in the event you fail to do so, an adjudication on said petition, judgment by default may be entered against you, or the court may proceed in your absence, without further notice. Kay Kilgore by: Brooke Nichole Curtis Clerk Daniel Jankowski, 27892-82 Attorney, Indiana Department of Child Services 1262 Main Street Mount Vernon, IN 47620 Published in the Posey County News on February 8, February 15, February 22, 2022 - hspaxlp

2022-049 Notice is hereby given that the Posey County Area Plan Commission, on the 10th day of March, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. at the Hovey House, 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana, will hold a public hearing on a request by Ronald J. & Jane M. Harnage for approval of Replat of Lots #5 and #6 in Copperline Corner Subdivision. Said subdivision involves the following described real estate in Robinson Township, located at 10931 Copperline Road E & 1581 St. Phillips Road S in Evansville, IN 47712, to wit: Lots Five (5) and Six (6) in Copperline Corner Subdivision as per plat thereof, recorded as Document #202002211 in the office of the Recorder of Posey County, Indiana and being a part of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 11, Township (6) South, Range (12) West, in Robinson Township, Posey County, Indiana, and more particularly described as follows: Commencing at a two inch iron pipe found three inches below grade marking the northeast corner of said quarter quarter section; thence South 00 degrees 59 minutes 04 seconds West [bearings are based on State Plane Coordinates, Indiana Zone West, NAD 83] along the east line of said quarter quarter section three hundred forty-seven and nineteen hundredths (347.19) feet to a mag nail found (with washer inscribed “G. Kissel LS 20700076”) MARKING THE INITIAL POINT OF BEGINNING; thence South 00 degrees 59 minutes 04 seconds West along said east line two hundred twenty- twenty-eight and fifty-two hundredths (228.52) feet to a one inch iron pipe found three inches below grade marking the northeast corner of Lot 6 in said subdivision; thence South 31 degrees 01 minutes 57 seconds West along the southeast line of said Lot 6 one hundred fifty and one hundredth (150.01) feet to a mag nail found flush marking the south corner of said Lot 6; thence North 59 degrees 01 minutes 36 seconds West along the southwest line of said Lot 6 three hundred twelve and eighty-six hundredths (312.86) feet to a 5/8” rebar found (with plastic cap inscribed “Greg Kissel RLS 20700076”) marking the west corner of said Lot 6; thence North 12 degrees 36 minutes 34 seconds East along the west line of said Lot 6 eleven and twenty hundredths (11.20) feet to a 5/8” rebar found (with plastic cap inscribed “Greg Kissel RLS 20700076”); thence North 36 degrees 27 minutes 45 seconds East along the west lines of said Lot 6 and Lot 5 in said subdivision one hundred eighty-one and fifty-two hundredths (181.52) feet to a 5/8” rebar found (with plastic cap inscribed “Greg Kissel RLS 20700076’) on the west lines of said Lot 5; thence North 13 minutes 00 minutes 00 seconds East along the west line of said Lot 5 eighty-three and no hundredths (83.00) feet to a mag nail found (with washer “G. Kissel LS 20700076’) marking the northwest corner of said Lot 5; thence South 77 degrees 12 minutes 58 seconds East along the north line of said Lot 5 eighty-nine and two hundredths (89.02) feet to a 1” iron pipe found ten inches below grade; thence South 80 degrees 37 minutes 34 seconds East along said north line one hundred thirty-five and fifty-one hundredths (135.51) feet to the point of beginning. Containing 2.043 Acres, more or less. Written suggestions or objections to the provisions of said request may be filed with the Secretary of the Area Plan Commission at or before such meeting and will be heard by the Posey County Area Plan Commission at the time and place specified. Said hearing may be continued from time to time as may be necessary. Interested persons desiring to present their views on the said request, either in writing, or verbally, will be given the opportunity to be heard at the above mentioned time and place. Area Plan Commission of Posey County, Indiana By: Mark Seib, President Published in the Posey County News on February 15, 2022 - hspaxlp

2022-039 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Sheriffs Sale File Number 65-22-0004-SS Sale Date & Time of Sale 3/24/2022 at 1:00 PM Cause Number 65D01-1911-MF-000501 Judgment to be Satisfied $187,523.41 Plaintiff Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Trustee for Securitized Asset Backed Receivables LLC Trust 2006-OP1, Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2006-OP1 Defendant GEORGE A. WEILBRENNER A/K/A GEORGE ANDREW WEILBRENNER, DECEASED; ET AL TO THE OWNERS OF THE WITHIN DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE AND ALL INTERESTED PARTIES By virtue of a certified copy of a decree to me directed from the Clerk of Superior/Circuit Court of Posey County, Indiana requiring me to make the sum as provided for in said Decree with interest and cost, I will expose at public sale to the highest bidder, at the hour of 1:00 PM of said day as listed above, at 2755 State Road 49, Mount Vernon, IN 47620 the fee simple of the whole body of Real Estate in Posey County, Indiana: Beginning at the Southwest corner of the East Half of the Southeast Quarter of Section No. Eleven (11 ), Township Seven (7) South, Range Fourteen (14) West; thence East along and upon the South line of said half quarter section, Twelve and One-half (12 1/2) rods; thence North Sixteen (16) rods; thence west Twelve and One-half (12 1/2) rods to the west line of said half quarter section; thence south along and upon said west line Sixteen (16) rods to the place of beginning, containing One and Twenty-five hundredths (1.25) acres, more or less. ALSO: A Part of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 11, Township 7 South, Range 14 West of the Second Principal Meridian lying in Black Township, Posey County, Indiana, containing 0.225 acre, more or less, and more particularly described as follows: Commencing at a one-half (1/2) inch iron pipe marking the Southwest corner of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 11, Township 7 South, Range 14 West; thence North 00 degrees 28 minutes 57 seconds East along the Western boundary of said quarter quarter section 264.00 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING OF THIS SURVEYED DESCRIPTION; thence continuing along said Western Boundary 20.00 feet; thence North 88 degrees 32 minutes 00 seconds East paralleling the Southern Boundary of said quarter quarter section 226.25 feet to a one-half (1/2) inch iron pin; thence South 00 degrees 28 minutes 57 seconds West paralleling said Western Boundary 284.00 feet to said Southern Boundary; thence South 88 degrees 32 minutes 00 seconds West along said Southern Boundary 20.00 feet to a one-half (1/2) inch rebar marking the Southeast Corner of a 1.25 acre tract of land conveyed from George A. Weilbrenner to George A. Weilbrenner and Dawn Weilbrenner, husband and wife, by a Quitclaim Deed dated 16 November, 1993 and recorded in Deed Book 180, at page 449 in the Office of the Recorder of Posey County; thence North 00 degrees 28 minutes 57 seconds East paralleling said Western Boundary and along the East property line of said 1.25 acre tract 264.00 feet; thence South 88 degrees 32 minutes 00 seconds West paralleling said Southern Boundary and along the North property line of said 1.25 acre tract 206.25 feet to the point of beginning. Commonly known as: 7920 Weilbrenner Road, Mount Vernon, IN 47620-9492 State Parcel Number: 65-16-11-400-009.003-017, 65-16-11-400-010.000-017, 65-16-11-400-011.000-017 Together with rents, issues, income and profits thereof, said sale will be made without relief from valuation or appraisement laws. This Notice shall also represent service of Notice of Sale of the above-described real estate upon the owners, pursuant to requirements of IC 32-29-7-3. Thomas E. Latham Jr., Sheriff of Posey County Township BLACK TOWNSHIP Common Street Address 7920 Weilbrenner Road, Mount Vernon, IN 47620-9492 Parcel Number Property Tax ID: 65-16-11-400-009.003-017, 65-16-11-400-010.000-017, 65-16-11-400-011.000-017 Attorney Brian C. Berger Attorney Number << THIS IS THE ARDC_ONLY LOCATION >> Law Firm Codilis Law, LLC Contact Number (219) 736-5579 Contact Email sales@codilis.com Atty File Number 15-21-01632 The Sheriff’s office does not warrant the accuracy of the commonly known street address. It is the buyer’s responsibility to research the legal description and associated legal filings. Published in the Posey County News on February 1, February 8, February 15, 2022 - hspaxlp

Violation (failure to appear) - PCS John Johnson - Mount Vernon - Warrant, Cruelty to an Animal - PCS Haley Milligan - Mount Vernon - Warrant, Cruelty to an Animal - PCS Jerome Stewart - Mount Vernon - Warrant, Maintaining a Common Nuisance-Controlled Substances, Neglect of a Dependent, Dealing in Marijuana, Possession of

Marijuana, Possession of Paraphernalia (petition to revoke) - MVPD February 4 Ryan Caldari - Evansville - Domestic BatterySimple Assault - PCS Chelsea Caldari - Evansville - Domestic BatterySimple Assault - PCS February 7 Crystal Givens - Mount Vernon - Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Paraphernalia,

2022-046 STATE OF INDIANA

) ) SS: COUNTY OF POSEY ) IN RE THE NAME CHANGE OF: Joyce Leanell Anderson Petitioner.

Possession of Marijuana MVPD Divorces Granted Bridget Culiver and Timothy Culiver Amy Ross and James Ross Erica Nichole Poole and Daniel Dewayne Poole Kayla Fahrner and Ian Akers Orry Weiss and Alexandra Weiss Jean Reising and Brian Reising

IN THE POSEY CIRCUIT COURT CAUSE NO. 65C01-2202-MI-000041 ) ) )

NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME Joyce Leanell Anderson, whose mailing address is, Posey County, Indiana hereby gives notice that she/he has ﬁled a petition in the Posey Circuit Court requesting that his/her name be changed to Joyce Leanell Anderson. Notice is further given that hearing will be held on said Petition on the 10th day of March, 2022 at 9:00 o’clock a.m. Joyce Leanell Anderson Petitioner Date: 2/8/2022 Kay Kilgore CIRCUIT COURT CLERK Published in the Posey County News on February 15, February 22, March 1, 2022 - hspaxlp

2022-048 STATE OF INDIANA COUNTY OF POSEY

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IN THE POSEY CIRCUIT COURT 2022 TERM CAUSE NO. 65C01-2201-EU-000009

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF OF JAMES O. YOUNG, DECEASED NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION IN THE POSEY CIRCUIT COURT OF POSEY COUNTY, INDIANA. Notice is hereby given that Whitney N. Young was, on the 1st day of February, 2022 appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of James O. Young, who died on the 25th day of January, 2022. All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file the claim in the office of the Clerk of this Court within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice or within nine (9) months after the decedent’s death, whichever is earlier, or the claims will be forever barred. Dated at Mount Vernon, Indiana, this 2nd day of February, 2022. Kay Kilgore Clerk of the Posey Circuit Court for Posey County, Indiana Published in the Posey County News on February 15, February 22, 2022 - hspaxlp

2022-041 STATE OF INDIANA COUNTY OF POSEY

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IN THE MATTER OF: MC - DOB 3/13/2004 A CHILD ALLEGED TO BE A CHILD IN NEED OF SERVICES AND JOEY MONTGOMERY (PARENT) TO:

IN THE POSEY SUPERIOR COURT CAUSE NUMBER: 65D01-2112-JC-000180

SUMMONS FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION & NOTICE OF CHILD IN NEED OF SERVICES HEARING

Joey Montgomery Whereabouts unknown

2022-047 TO THE OWNERS OF THE WITHIN DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE AND ALL INTERESTED PARTIES NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Sheriff Sale File number: 65-22-0007-SS Date & Time of Sale: Thursday, March 24, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. Sale Location: Posey County Sheriff’s Office lobby, 1201 O’Donnell Road Judgment to be Satisfied: $167,409.65 Cause Number: 65C01-1612-MF-000437 Plaintiff: Ocwen Loan Servicing, LLC Defendant: Jason E. Johnston and Jami Lynn Johnston By virtue of a certified copy of a decree to me, directed from the Clerk of Superior/Circuit Court of Posey County, Indiana, requiring me to make the sum as provided for in said DECREE, with interest and cost, I will expose at public sale to the highest bidder at the date, time and location listed above, the fee simple of the whole body of Real Estate, a certain tract or parcel of land described as follows: Part of the Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section Thirty-six (36), Township Five (5) South, Range Twelve (12) West in Posey County, Indiana, more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a point on the West line and One Hundred Eighty-four (184) feet South of the North-west corner of said Quarter Quarter Section in the center of a public gravel road; thence along the center of said road North 79 degrees 25 minutes East Three Hundred Thirty-five (335) feet; thence South Two Hundred Eight (208) feet; thence South 79 degrees 25 minutes West Three Hundred Thirty-five (335) feet to a point on the West line of said Quarter Quarter Section; thence North Two Hundred Eight (208) feet along the West line of said Quarter Quarter Section to the place of beginning. Commonly Known as: 11511 BOBERG ROAD, EVANSVILLE, IN 47712 Parcel No. 65-06-36-400-056.000-016 Together with rents, issues, income and profits thereof, said sale will be made without relief from valuation or appraisement laws. This Notice shall also represent service of Notice of Sale of the above-described real estate upon the owners, pursuant to requirements of IC 32-29-7-3. * An entire Sheriff’s Sale may be cancelled due to inclement weather or other county emergencies. If the entire Sheriff’s Sale is cancelled, each parcel will be cancelled. Each parcel will be assigned to the next available sale (normally 2 months from original sale). This will allow compliance with Indiana Code concerning posting, publication, and serving time frames. Also, new Sheriff’s Sale fees will be assessed and the parcels will be automatically re-advertised. The plaintiff will be responsible for the new fees and advertising costs. Thomas E. Latham Jr., Sheriff of Posey County By: Erin Fuelling, Administrative Assistant Phone: (812) 838-1321 Township of property location: Robinson Common street address of property: 11511 Boberg Road, Evansville, IN 47712 Property tax ID: 65-06-36-400-056.000-016 Attorney: Nicholas M. Smith Attorney Number: 31800-15 Law Firm: Manley Deas Kochalski LLC Contact Number: (614) 220-5611 The sheriff’s office does not warrant the accuracy of the commonly known street address. It is the buyer’s responsibility to research the legal description and associated legal filings. Published in the Posey County News on February 15, February 22, March 1, 2022 - hspaxlp

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State Holiday Enforcement Campaign results released The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute today announced the results of the enhanced enforcement effort that took place during the holidays to reduce crashes and traffic fatalities. The Safe Family Travel campaign ran from Thanksgiving to New Years and brought about increased high-visibility patrols and sobriety checkpoints throughout the state. In total, police officers conducted 582 overtime patrols and worked an extra 2,441 hours. Preliminary reports indicate that officers made 7,283 traffic stops, which resulted in 3,277 citations, 3,709 warnings and 297 arrests. Of those, 79 were for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. “If these results are any indication, reckless driving continues to be a pervasive problem and one that we didn’t leave behind in 2021,” said Devon McDonald, ICJI Executive Director. “Nearly 30 more people were killed last month compared to January of 2019. The reckless driving has to stop. It’s costing us precious lives.” On average, more than 10,000 people die in drunk driving crashes every year in the U.S., according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). That’s

approximately one person every 52 minutes. Tragically, the holidays are a particularly dangerous time, as drunk drivingrelated fatalities tend to increase. That’s why Indiana mobilized hundreds of state and local law enforcement agencies for the Safe Family Travel campaign, which was funded by NHTSA with grants from the criminal justice institute. While officers were on high alert for signs of impairment, motorists were cited for other forms of reckless driving – speeding especially. Nearly one-third (2,197) of the citations and warnings issued during the campaign were for excessive speeds. “Speeding is dangerous energy,” said Robert Duckworth, ICJI Traffic Safety Director. “The greater the speed, the greater the likelihood of injury or death in a crash. It reduces your ability to react. The fix is to slow down.” Although the enhanced enforcement campaign is over, officers are always on the lookout for reckless driving. To stay safe, state and local officials encourage motorists to: never drive impaired, always wear a seat belt, follow posted speed limits, watch for pedestrians and avoid distractions behind

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LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Posey County Area Plan Commission will hold a public hearing for Site Development Plan application on March 10, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. at the Hovey House at 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana on a request by Applicant: Kent Ochs, Owner: Wabash Valley Service Company PREMISES: Part of the Northwest Quarter of Section 4, Township 5 South, Range 13 West and part of the Northeast Quarter of Section 5, Township 5 South, Range 13 West, lying in Harmony Township, Posey County, Indiana. More commonly known as 1499 SR 66, New Harmony, Indiana. Containing 3.75 acres more or less. (Complete legal description is on ﬁle at the Posey County Area Plan Commission Oﬃce). Posey County Area Plan Commission By: Mindy Bourne, Executive Director Published in the Posey County News on February 15, 2022 - hspaxlp

Public Notice of Construction Activity As required by 327-IAC-15-6-5, the Indiana Department of Transportation is submitting an NOI letter to notify the Indiana Department of Environmental Management of our intent to comply with the requirements under 327 IAC 15-6 to discharge storm water from construction activities located at the following project: Drainage Improvement and Roadside Grading along Frontage Road from the southeast corner of the State Street and Frontage Road intersection to the south side of existing arch pipe culvert in Posey County, Indiana, Des. Numbers: 2002377. The receiving water for the storm water runoﬀ will be McFadden Creek. Questions or comments should be directed to Mr. Matt Bullock at 3650 South U.S. Highway 41, IN 47591. Published in the Posey County News on February 15, 2022 - hspaxlp

2022-054 LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given by the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Posey County Area Plan Commission of a public hearing to be held at 5:00 P.M. on Thursday, March 1 0, 2022 at The Hovey House, 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana. Upon the following Special Use application, the Board of Zoning Appeals will at that time hear objections thereto: SPECIAL USE: DOCKET NO: 22-01-SU-BZA APPLICANT: Donnarae Woolston OWNER: Daniel W. Woolston PREMISES: Part of the Northeast Quarter of Section 1, Township 5 South, Range 13 West, Center Township, Posey County, Indiana, containing 6.5 acres, more or less. More commonly known as 5801 SR 66, Poseyville, Indiana. (Complete legal description is on file at the Posey County Area Plan Commission Office). NATURE OF CASE: Applicant requests a Special Use for a retail greenhouse in an (A) Agricultural Zoning District. Section 153.032 (B) (6) Use Unit 15 Other Trades & Services and Section 153.160 (B) (1) (a) (x) of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Poseyville, Town of Cynthiana, Town of Poseyville and Unincorporated Posey County. POSEY COUNTY AREA PLAN COMMISSION BY MINDY BOURNE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Published in the Posey County News on February 15, 2022 - hspaxlp 2022-053 LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given by the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Posey County Area Plan Commission of a public hearing to be held at 5:00 P.M. on Thursday, March 10, 2022 at The Hovey House, 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana. Upon the following Special Use and Variance application, the Board of Zoning Appeals will at that time hear objections thereto: SPECIAL USE & VARIANCE: DOCKET NO: 22-02-SU-BZA & 22-01-V-BZA APPLICANT: Josh Hood, Wessler Engineering OWNER: Posey County Regional Sewer District PREMISES: Part of the Southeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 21, Township 5 South, Range 12 West, lying in Robinson Township, Posey County, Indiana, containing 0.21 acres more or less. More commonly known as Off Highway 66, Wadesville, Indiana. (Complete legal description is on file at the Posey County Area Plan Commission Office). NATURE OF CASE: Applicant requests a Special Use to build a 14’ x 28’ booster station in an R-1 (Residential SingleFamily) Zoning District Section 153.042 (B) (2) Use Unit 3 Public Protection and Utility Facilities, 153.148 (B) (9) and Variance for relaxation of front yard setback from 25’ to 19’ Section 153.043 (B) (1) (b) of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Mt. Vernon, Town of Cynthiana, Town of Poseyville and Unincorporated Posey County. POSEY COUNTY AREA PLAN COMMISSION BY MINDY BOURNE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Published in the Posey County News on February 15, 2022 - hspaxlp 2022-057 Notice is hereby given that the Posey County Area Plan Commission, on the 10th day of March, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. at the Hovey House, 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana, will hold a public hearing on a request by First Baptist Church of Mt. Vernon for preliminary approval of Replat of Lots 3, 4, & 5 in Ray Jones Addition to the City of Mt. Vernon. Said subdivision involves the following described real estate in Black Township, located at 1205 & 1207 N. Main Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana, to wit: Lots Three (3), Four (4) and Five (5) in Ray Jones Addition to the City of Mount Vernon as per plat thereof, recorded as Deed Record 59, Page 493 in the office of the Recorder of Posey County, Indiana; and more particularly described as follows: Beginning at a 3/4” iron pin found 8” below grade marking the southeast corner of said Lot 5; thence North 88 degrees 32 minutes 55 seconds West [bearings are based on State Plate Coordinates, Indiana Zone West, NAD 83] along the south line of said Lot 5 one hundred seventy-four and forty-two hundredths (174.42) feet to a 5/8” iron pin found 8” below grade marking the southwest corner of said Lot 5; thence North 01 degrees 36 minutes 20 seconds East along the west line of said Lot 5 and said Lot 4 one hundred seventy-three and no hundredths (173.00) feet to a 5/8” iron pin found flush marking the southwest corner of said Lot 3; thence North 02 degrees 33 minutes 16 seconds East along the west line of said Lot 3 eighty-six and fifty-nine hundredths (86.59) feet to a 1” iron pipe found flush in concrete marking the northwest corner of said Lot 3; thence South 88 degrees 39 minutes 04 seconds East along the north line of said Lot 3 one hundred seventythree and seventy-eight hundredths (173.78) feet to a 3/4” iron pipe found flush marking the northeast corner of said Lot 3; thence South 01 degrees 46 minutes 50 seconds West along the east lines of said Lots 3, 4, and 5 two hundred fifty-nine and eighty-eight hundredths (259.88) feet to the point of beginning. Containing 1.041 Acres, more or less. Written suggestions or objections to the provisions of said request may be filed with the Secretary of the Area Plan Commission at or before such meeting and will be heard by the Posey County Area Plan Commission at the time and place specified. Said hearing may be continued from time to time as may be necessary. Interested persons desiring to present their views on the said request, either in writing, or verbally, will be given the opportunity to be heard at the above mentioned time and place. Area Plan Commission of Posey County, Indiana By: Mark Seib, President Published in the Posey County News on February 15, 2022 - hspaxlp

2022-056 LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given by the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Posey County Area Plan Commission of a public hearing to be held at 5:00 P.M. on Thursday, March 10, 2022 at the Hovey House, 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana. Upon the following Variance application, the Board of Zoning Appeals will at that time hear objections thereto: VARIANCE: DOCKET NO: 22-02-V-BZA APPLICANT: David E. Wells OWNER: David E. Wells PREMISES: Part of the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 3, Township 7 South, Range 12 West, lying in Marrs Township, Posey County Indiana. More commonly known as 9120 Old SR 62, Mt. Vernon, Indiana. Containing 0.75 acres more or less. (Complete legal description is on file at the Posey County Area Plan Commission Office). NATURE OF CASE: Applicant requests a Variance for relaxation of side yard setbacks from 5’ to 3’ to build a 24’ x 30’ pole barn addition in an R-1 (Residential Single-Family) Zoning District under Section 153.042 (D) (1) (c) of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Mt. Vernon, Town of Cynthiana, Town of Poseyville and Unincorporated Posey County. POSEY COUNTY AREA PLAN COMMISSION BY MINDY BOURNE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Published in the Posey County News on February 15, 2022 - hspaxlp 2022-052 TO THE OWNERS OF THE WITHIN DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE AND ALL INTERESTED PARTIES NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Sheriff Sale File Number: 65-22-0008-SS Date & Time of Sale: Thursday, March 24, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. Sale Location: Posey County Sheriff’s Office lobby, 1201 O’Donnell Road Judgment to be Satisfied: $64,470.92 Cause Number: 65D01-2103-MF-000082 Plaintiff: The Bank of New York Mellon F/K/A The Bank of New York as successor trustee to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., AS Trustee First Franklin Mortgage Loan Trust 2005-FF1, Mortgage-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005FF1 Defendant: Louis D. Cline and Cheryl A. Cline By virtue of a certified copy of a decree to me, directed from the Clerk of Superior/Circuit Court of Posey County, Indiana, requiring me to make the sum as provided for in said DECREE, with interest and cost, I will expose at public sale to the highest bidder at the date, time and location listed above, the fee simple of the whole body of Real Estate, a certain tract or parcel of land described as follows: Lot Seven (7) in Calvin’s Station, now Stewartsville, Posey County, Indiana, as per plat thereof recorded in Plat Book 13, Page 47, in the Office of the Recorder of Posey County, Indiana. Commonly Known as: 4220 STEWARTSVILLE ROAD, POSEYVILLE, IN 47663 Parcel No. 65-04-14-340-016.000-011 Together with rents, issues, income and profits thereof, said sale will be made without relief from valuation or appraisement laws. This Notice shall also represent service of Notice of Sale of the above-described real estate upon the owners, pursuant to requirements of IC 32-29-7-3. * An entire Sheriff’s Sale may be cancelled due to inclement weather or other county emergencies. If the entire Sheriff’s Sale is cancelled, each parcel will be cancelled. Each parcel will be assigned to the next available sale (normally 2 months from original sale). This will allow compliance with Indiana Code concerning posting, publication, and serving time frames. Also, new Sheriff’s Sale fees will be assessed and the parcels will be automatically re-advertised. The plaintiff will be responsible for the new fees and advertising costs. Thomas E. Latham Jr., Sheriff of Posey County By: Erin Fuelling, Administrative Assistant Phone: (812) 838-1321 Township of property location: Robb Common street address of property: 4220 Stewartsville Road, Poseyville, IN 47633 Property tax ID: 65-04-14-340-016.000-011 Attorney: Nicholas M. Smith Attorney Number: 31800-15 Law Firm: Manley Deas Kochalski LLC Contact Number: (614) 220-5611 The sheriff’s office does not warrant the accuracy of the commonly known street address. It is the buyer’s responsibility to research the legal description and associated legal filings. Published in the Posey County News on February 15, February 22, March 1, 2022 - hspaxlp

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Governmental Activities

Local Fund Number 101 102 103 176 201 202 203 204 205 206 209 210 217 242 249 257 307 318 401 402 403 435 444 448 501 806 606 607 608 609 601 602 603 604 612 615 617 618 619 626 627 628

Poseyville Civil Town, Posey County, Indiana - Cash & Investments Combined Statement - 2021 Beg Cash Local Fund & Inv Bal Name Jan 1, 2021 Receipts

GENERAL LEVY EXCESS FUND COIT/COUNTY OPTION TAX AMERICAN RESCUE AMERICAN RESCUE MVH LRS MV.H. RESTRICTED PARK CEMETERY CEMETERY PERM MAINT FUND L E C E FUND LAW ENFORCEMENT GRANT POLICE DONATION FUND RIVERBOAT TAX SHARING LOIT - PUBLIC SAFETY LOIT SPECIAL DISTRIBUTION ST RESURFACING DEBT SERV LEASE RENTAL PAYMENTS CUM CAP IMPROVE CUMULATIVE FIRE FIRE FIGHTING GRANT CUM CAP DEVELOPMENT ECONOMIC DEV INCOME TAX RAINY DAY COMMUNITY CENTER RENTALS NEW PAYROLL WASTEWATER SEWAGE OPERATING SEWAGE BOND & INT SEWAGE DEBT SER. RES. SEWAGE DEPRECIATION WATER WATER OPERATING WATER BOND & INT WATER DEPRECIATION WATER METER DEPOSIT WATER DEBT SER. RES. GAS GAS OPERATING GAS METER DEPOSIT GAS DEPRECIATION GAS CASH RESERVE STORM DRAIN STORM DRAIN OPERATING STORM DRAIN CASH RESERVE STORM DRAIN DEPRECIATION Total All Funds Published in the Posey County News on February 15, 2022 - hspaxlp

$305,957.26 $470.66 $2,439.68 $0.00 $36,617.83 $14,935.99 $32,322.75 $13,919.41 $5,885.87 $1,754.78 $13,196.80 $256.95 $0.00 $12,313.15 $86,511.59 $13.782.98 $90,583.44 $18,163.61 $4,984.35 $4,386.94 $0.01 $19,953.11 $36,425.55 $12,067.78 $3,533.64 $1,887.08 $16,376.90 $54,092.50 $130,419.67 $5,700.00 $17,031.69 $115,911.58 $7,466.90 $7,450.00 $54,041.22 $19,350.48 $10,195.00 $5,202.25 $18,902.33 $944.05 $500.00 $400.00 $1,196,335.78

$404,943.09 $0.00 $0.00 $116,950.17 $149,136.54 $9,277.16 $21,920.19 $6,184.84 $5,031.31 $750.00 $387.56 $0.00 $10,314.00 $6,183.20 $51,551.38 $0.00 $299,081.25 $33,914.07 $2.147.05 $0.00 $0.00 $9,637.29 $92,103.04 $6,000.00 $6,392.50 $479,031.02 $459,600.03 $129,596.15 $59.94 $6,000.00 $447,092.52 $48,991.70 $6,000.00 $1,900.00 $0.00 $459,309.22 $2,250.00 $6,000.00 $3,000.00 $11,930.95 $6,049.55 $4,801.40 $3,303,517.12

Disbursements

End Cash & Inv Bal Dec 31, 2021

$436,955.51 $0.00 $0.00 $43,800.80 $155,659.01 $10,000.00 $41,178.85 $5,417.74 $1.722.25 $479.14 $11,493.38 $0.00 $3,391.07 $8,180.00 $18,916.14 $0.00 $358,504.80 $35,000.00 $4,090.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $98,395.20 $15,230.00 $1,887.50 $479,229.31 $426,578.97 $129,821.00 $0.00 $0.00 $354,627.91 $20,850.00 $0.00 $1,250.00 $0.00 $454,481.68 $1,850.00 $0.00 $0.00 $11,042.63 $0.00 $0.00 $3,130,032.89

$273,944.84 $470.66 $2,439.68 $73,149.37 $30,095.36 $14,213.15 $13,064.09 $14,686.51 $9,194.93 $2.025.64 $2,090.98 $256.95 $6,922.93 $10,316.35 $119,146.83 $13,782.98 $31,159.89 $17,077.68 $3,041.40 $4,386.94 $0.01 $29,590.40 $30,133.39 $2,837.78 $8,038.64 $1,688.79 $49,397.96 $53,867.65 $130,479.61 $11,700.00 $109.496.30 $144,053.28 $13,466.90 $8,100.00 $54,041.22 $24,178.02 $10.595.00 $11,202.25 $21,902.33 $1,832.37 $6,549.55 $5,201.40 $1,369,820.01

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M V B D . G M “Howdy,” was a common everyday word where I grew up. Raised on old Stidham, now known as Milo road in rural Appalachia, I spent a lot of time at my Grandpa and Grandma Hinkle’s store. People came and went buying gasoline, sandwich meat, snacks or groceries for the week. There were cane bottom chairs in the store. Often people would sit and chat for a while. Regardless of how many times during the week I walked down the road to that store, the opening salu-

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You can at least say ‘howdy’ tation was typically, “howdy.” People were in and out of the Hinkle store doing business. A family member was often coming or going because my grandparents had raised ten children and there were many grandchildren who frequented the Hinkle business. Often, family members were buying a soda pop or just stopping in to say “howdy.” We grew up on Milo speaking to most everyone who came and went. When a car drove by, we usually waved even though we didn’t always know them. At family or church gatherings we typically talked to everyone for a minute or two and shook hands or hugged a few people. The only time I can remember our family being speechless was

when ﬁfteen or twenty of us were sitting on the porch and a man from New York City pulled up in an older car. My grandpa had received an advertisement in the mail about a great used car he could buy for $500. He ordered the car to surprise my grandma and we were all really surprised when this man pulled in front of the store in an old beat up looking car. He had driven the car from New York City, which was a long drive on those roads back then. After being drop jaw stunned silent for a few minutes, everyone loosened up and eventually started talking to the man who was just doing a job but now had to get back to New York. By this time, some of us were chuckling just a little. A couple of the family members took the guy over to Kermit, West Virginia

to catch a Greyhound bus to begin his long journey back home. A part of American culture has been hand shaking and embracing those we know. A part of most American religious gatherings has been shaking hands. One church I attended insisted on everybody hugging each other. Covid-19 has impacted our world with death, sickness and business failures. The distancing for many of us continues to be tough. We wear our masks and seldom know who else is in the grocery store. We’re fearful of going to the funeral home to honor and respect the deceased. Shaking hands or embracing anyone anywhere is typically totally unwelcome. Many holiday parties of large gatherings were fewer over the past holidays.

People don’t want to be sick and so the distancing continues. We do have the telephone, social media and email which helps us at least stay connected. However, please keep in mind, when you do recognize someone at the grocery or any public place you may not feel comfortable embracing or shaking hands, but you can still convey a greeting and kindness by at least saying “howdy.” Read other stories like this from the book Grandpa’s Store, a reﬂection of my childhood by Glenn Mollette. Available from Amazon. com or wherever books are sold. The book is told from the perspective of a child and young teen from an era of simpler American small community life of the late ﬁfties and early seventies

Guest Column: By Robert Grant COVID-19 Showed We Need Diverse Doctor Workforce Deaths related to COVID-19 were more than twice as high among Black, Latino, and Native American people as among whites in 2020, according to new research out from the National Cancer Institute. It’s only the latest reminder of the glaring inequity that plagues the U.S. healthcare system. Addressing that inequity will require boosting access to care among people from marginalized groups. That’s partially a supply problem -- the United States needs more doctors, especially doctors who hail from historically underserved communities. Research shows that doctors from these communities are not only more likely to return there to practice but more likely to deliver better outcomes for their patients. Over 83.7 million Americans live in places with limited access to primary care doctors, according to the Kaiser Family

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B J J R President Biden has promised to nominate an African American woman to replace retiring Associate Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer. The U.S. Supreme Court is generally accepted as having a liberal wing: Breyer, Sonia Sotomayor and Elena Kagan; and a conservative wing, Clarence Thomas, Amy Coney Barrett, Samuel Alito and Neil Gorsuch. Chief Justice John Roberts and Brett Kavanaugh vacillate but tend toward the conservative side. The liberals were nominated by liberal Democrat presidents and the conservatives and semi-conservatives were nominated by conservative Republican presidents. Each American president was elected by majority popular vote and the Electoral College. The philosophies and political positions of each president were well known to the electorate beforehand via contested campaigns. Most voters are aware the members of the Supreme Court, and all other federal judges, are nominated by whoever the president in office is whenever there is a vacancy on a federal court or when a newly created court needs a judge.

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But whereas our presidents, due to the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution, may serve only two, four-year terms, Article III section one of the Constitution provides federal judges … “[s]hall hold office during good behavior.” Although it has never been tested, this provision has normally been viewed as providing life-time tenure for federal judges. And since the U.S. Supreme Court under the guidance of Chief Justice John Marshall in 1803 took for itself the power to determine what our Constitution means, if the issue arises the members of the Supreme Court will themselves decide if they should have life-time jobs. See Marbury vs. Madison (1803), 5 U.S. 137. Therefore, the Constitution might have to be amended to set term limits for federal judges. However, we have amended our founding document twentyseven times already so we could do so again. An amendment takes a vote by 2/3 of each body of Congress and ratification by 3/4 of the states. That is how women finally got the right to vote and we all got numerous other rights such as Freedom of Speech. The debate over whether Supreme Court justices are political is vacuous. They are chosen via a political process. They represent a third branch of our political system. We casually identify the justices as liberals or conservative or swing votes. The Supreme Court is a

political creation and remains a political part of our democracy, by design. The issue we should be discussing is what is good for America and the answer is limited terms for federal judges. If a president can be elected because of her or his policies then replaced no later than eight years later by someone with different views and a different background, so should courts have their particular perspectives and prejudices evolve every few years. We should not have to wait for Mother Nature to get new and diverse views from justices and other federal judges. Judges, just like every other human, have prejudices and political leanings. That is not only to be expected but should be celebrated in our democracy. The fact, and it is a fact, that every judge brings her or his background to the Bench should not be news. However, America needs to protect itself from entrenched partisan views being cast in biological stone. A ten-year term for all federal judges is 25 percent longer than a president’s maximum allotment. Ten years is plenty and if we provide a life-time pension for ex-judges as is already set out in 28 U.S. Code §294 we should have no problem getting qualified judges to serve. For more Gavel Gamut articles go to www.jamesmredwine.com or “Like/ Follow” us on Facebook & Twitter at JPegOsageRanch

Foundation. They’re disproportionately people of color. Unfortunately, that figure will likely increase. A June 2021 report from the Association of American Medical Colleges estimates that the United States could be short 124,000 physicians by 2034. Research has consistently shown a link between access to physicians and health outcomes. Life expectancies in areas with fewer doctors are, on average, lower than those in areas that have more. About 7,000 U.S. lives could be saved every year simply by narrowing care gaps in the country’s most underserved communities. To sustainably address the doctor shortage, we must recruit from the communities that are most acutely experiencing it. Numerous studies have found that a doctor’s race or ethnicity is a strong indicator of where they eventually return to practice. The same goes for language, family income, and whether the doctor comes from a rural or urban area. Patients also fare better when they can relate with the physician treating them. A 2018 National Bureau of Economic Research study found that Black men had significantly better health outcomes when treated by Black doctors. This was also true for preventative care. Black men treated by Black doctors were 10% more likely to receive a flu shot and nearly 30% more likely to submit to cholesterol tests. It’s on medical schools to produce the doctors that historically marginalized communities need. Sadly, they haven’t done a very good job

of that. Black and Hispanic people make up more than 31% of the U.S. population -- but only a smidge over 20% of the student population at U.S. medical schools. Incoming medical students hail from disproportionately wealthy families, too. Last year, the median income of parents of medical school matriculants was $140,000 -- double the overall median household income in this country. International medical schools, by contrast, have made addressing inequity a priority. One-quarter of America’s doctors attended medical school outside the country. In low-income communities, international medical graduates are one-third of the doctor workforce. And in areas where the population is majority non-white, IMGs are even more prevalent. Graduates of international medical schools are also more likely to go into primary care, where the need, especially in underserved communities, is greatest. Of the U.S.-born international medical graduates who matched into residency programs last year, roughly 70% entered into primary care specialties. The disparate racial impact of COVID-19 is a tragic example of those inequities. Developing a more diverse doctor workforce is one small way to work toward ending them. Robert Grant, MD, is the senior associate dean for clinical studies at St. George’s University School of Medicine, the largest sources of physicians for the United States (www. sgu.edu).

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It’s called growing up

We’ve all heard the term “grow up”. I’ve been told this a lot over the years and it’s taken B D on a different meaning H for me… instead I’d say I’m evolving. I think its safe to say some people never really grow up, we just grow older and evolve into who we are today, and tomorrow hopefully we will evolve a little more, and for the better. Time, attitude, experiences and trauma, are all things that influence the growing up process and who we’ve become up to this moment in time. We are all ever changing in terms of personal growth and mentality… some for the better and some for worse, depending again on the before mentioned circumstances. Those factors can determine whether we continue to grow… and I think there are things that influence the direction in which we grow. I think that our parents and elders influences were the foundation of growth for most of us. I have no great words of wisdom for becoming rich or famous because I’m neither… and I’ve accepted the fact that I never will nor do I care to be… it’s just part of growing up.

One thing that has been instilled in me from my parents and elder’s at a young age is to love God. He never changes, he is the same yesterday, today and forever, (this world has changed, and in my opinion, become very loose)… but God can change us if we let him… it’s part of growing up. Being taught to work hard is another one. Never do anything without heart… give it your all, as they say “a job worth doing is a job worth doing well” and “do it right with all your might”… hard work always pays dividends… it’s part of growing up. Next, understanding that the world owes you nothing, and doesn’t care who you are, where you came from, or how good you think you are, makes growth and success even more satisfying. Remember nothing good comes easy, but often the things that come easy aren’t good. It’s part of growing up. Making mistakes is not an excuse for giving up, but rather an opportunity for growth. If a lesson is learned, then the mistake (if not fatal) is worth it… it’s called growth, and never let people ruin your drive to succeed because of a mistake. Make it right if you can and give no one the power to tell you that you are a failure. It goes both ways though, you have to be forgiving of others and to be able to forgive yourself as well, no one gets it right a 100 percent of the time and neither

will you. Get better and not bitter. It’s called growing up. Be there for people. No matter what has happened, be the one that is reliable and dependable. People will always remember that quality about you in the end. It’s part of growing up. Have fun, after all none of us are getting out of this alive. So make the time you have count with the people who actually matter. Laugh in good times and bad, your sense of humor and your ability to take a punch will go a long ways when working with others. Nobody enjoys the company of a grouch. Again it’s part of growing up. Finally, part of growing up is ﬁnding out that our purpose is so much greater than our past. Having more doesn’t make us happy, but as we grow older having less is more. Less clutter, less desires, less complications… it’s all part of growing up. I’m far from perfect, and I’m still learning that happiness takes some work. You can’t be lazy and you aren’t entitled to it, you have to gracefully grow into it… its a long road we tread and we can’t get there unless we start putting one foot in front of the other. It’s called growing up.

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Posey County News joins Right to Life Collection Centers The Posey County News office at 606 Main Street in New Harmony has joined this year’s Right to Life of Southwest Indiana (RTLSWIN) annual “Show Love from the Bottom Up” Diaper Drive. This program helps local pregnancy centers restock on diaper supplies. In 2021 almost 31,000 diapers were distributed to the centers. This year the distribution will include Birthright, Evansville Christian Life Center and Trotter House, Little Lambs and the Gabriel Project in Evansville, and Marsha’s Place in Hen-

derson, Kentucky. “What a wonderful way to show love in a very real and tangible way, by helping supply diapers to centers that are on the front lines of helping moms navigate an unplanned pregnancy,” said Amy Davis, Family Life Coordinator for RTLSWIN. “Helping pregnancy centers with practical needs such as diapers is one way we can be of assistance in the cause for life because we care about children born and unborn,” said

Mary Ellen Van Dyke, Executive Director for RTLSWIN. Donations of diapers and wipes can be dropped off at participating area churches, The Posey County News Office at 606 B Main Street in New Harmony, or at the Right to Life Office at 20 NW Third Street, Suite 810 in downtown Evansville through the month of February. Monetary donations are being accepted online at www.rtlswin.org/diaperdrive or checks can be mailed to the RTLSWIN Office at 20 NW Third Street, Suite 810, Evansville, IN 47708.

Chris Spurgeon received an award in recognition of beJoe Crissup displays his United Way of Posey County Darrell Bollier is the United Way of Posey County 2021 ing the 2021 United Way of Posey County Board President. 2021 Volunteer of the Year Award. Industry/Business Campaign Volunteer Award winner.

Posey County to receive $50 thousand body camera grant Posey County Sheriff Tom Latham and his Office will receive nearly $50,000 in grant funds for their new project. The Sheriff’s Office Project consists of obtaining body worn cameras in efforts, not only for documentation for evidentiary purposes, but providing transparency; allowing protection for citizens within Posey County and the deputies which would be utilizing the equipment The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute awarded $3.3 million to 50 law enforcement and government agencies for public safety and crime prevention initiatives. The funding was provided by the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program through the U.S. Department of Justice Bureau of Justice Assistance.

“Byrne JAG plays an important role in equipping communities with the tools and resources they need to address crime and keep people safe,” said Devon McDonald, ICJI Executive Director. “This funding is a catalyst for improving how our justice system operates and responds to issues like violent crime.” The JAG program is the leading source of federal justice funding to state and local jurisdictions. While funds can be used to support a broad range of activities, the program places emphasis on breaking the cycle of substance use and crime, combating violence, holding offenders accountable, reinforcing law enforcement efforts, supporting adjudication and enhancing technology and information sharing.

Grant funds will be distributed this month and used to pay for things like local crime prevention initiatives, supplies and equipment and the training and hiring of personnel. “Public safety challenges evolve over time, as do their impacts on society, which is why flexibility is an important part of this program,” said Andrew Rodeghero, ICJI Drug and Crime Control Division Director. “With this funding, we’re able to support an array of violence prevention and intervention strategies based on state and local needs.” Agencies have until December 31, 2022, to spend the funds, which were recently approved by the ICJI Board of Trustees. For some of the subrecipients, a local match is

required depending on the number of years of participation in the program. ABOUT THE INDIANA CRIMINAL JUSTICE INSTITUTE The Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) is the state planning agency for criminal justice, juvenile justice, traffic safety and victim services. ICJI is designated as the state administering agency for distribution of federal funds and as the state Statistical Analysis Center for research. ICJI is responsible for coordinating and collaborating with local, state and federal entities to identify, assess, plan, resource and evaluate new and emerging issues facing the criminal justice and public safety spectrum. Visit www.cji. in.gov to learn more about the agency.

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“That governmentt off tthe he pe people, eop ple b by y tthe he people people, for th the people shall not perish from the Earth.” From the Gettysburg Address, Nov. 19, 1863 - Abraham Lincoln F

THE BEST OF PRESIDENT LINCOLN–1861-1865 the “Gettysburg Address,” His short speech hammered on two main U.S. Senator. This speech became known as “The House Divided” The terrible news came to themes–giving honor to the dead who sacrificed their lives on the speech. The expression used was–”A house divided against itself the North on April 12, 1861, field of battle, and the importance of preserving the Union–with a cannot stand. (where found: words of Christ–Matthew 12:25) I that Confederate forces, under new birth of freedom. Here are some words from that speech: believe that this government can not endure permanently half slave General Beauregard, had fired “But, in a larger sense, we cannot dedicate–we cannot consecrate– and half free.” Lincoln advocated the moral courage of arresting the on Fort Sumter in Charleston J we cannot hallow this ground. The brave men, living and dead, who spread of slavery in the new territories. The battle of Antietam was Harbor. The news came slowly K struggled here have consecrated it far above our power to add or fought on Sept. 17, 1862. The battle of Antietam ended where neito the many towns and cities of detract– – –that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have ther side could claim victory. Lincoln decided to start the complete the North and East and slowly died in vain; that the nation shall, under God, have a new birth of abolition of slavery. The President issued trickled to the small hamlets, villages and finally freedom; and that government of the people, by the people, for the the Emancipation Proclamation on January to every farm and backwoods settlement in people shall not perish from the earth.” 1, 1863 that delared– “after 100 days all the Midwest. Northerners everywhere were After Lincoln spoke, there was only a polite applause. On the way persons held as slaves within any state or “shocked” that Southern forces would attack designated part of a state, the people whereof to his seat, the President overheard a reporter ask, “Is that all?” LinU.S. forts throughout the South that garrisoned coln turned to one nearby (Mr. Lamon) and said, “That speech won’t shall be in rebellion against the United United States troops. The fort at Charleston scour. I have failed in my remarks and the people are disappointed.” States, shall be then, thenceforward, and for defended itself for three days, but on April 14, Everyone present there that day and heard Lincoln’s speech would ever free.” Lincoln’s own policy was one 1861, Major Anderson surrendered Fort Sumter never dream that this speech would one day be the most memorized step at a time, or “gradual Emancipation.” to the Confederacy. The brave band of defenders speech in U.S. History. The words of the Gettysburg Address are Lincoln Shows Mercy took down their damaged flag, and with drums known for their beauty, simplicity, and inspiration. President Lincoln was constantly beating, and with all the honors of war, they The President Writes A Letter beseeched for pardons by mothers, fathers, marched to ships that carried them North. President Lincoln wrote many letters during his time as President wives, brothers, sisters, and others concernThe United States needed a steady guiding of the United States. This letter is to Mrs. Bixby of Boston, Massaing their loved one who was about to die hand to help her through its worst crisis ever. chusetts. For many years the letter was preserved in a frame behind before a firing squad. Sometimes there Concerning the present alarm, some in leaderwasn’t much time to really study the matter. glass. I will let the letter “speak for itself“ without any comment: ship positions began to question (in the present A photograph by Brady of Presi- Going to sleep on guard duty was punishDear Madam: crisis debacle) if the right person was in the dent Lincoln believed taken in 1864. able by death and this seems to be the most I have been shown in the files of the War Department, a White House to lead the “Ship of State”. Some statement of the Adjutant General of Mascommon charge. thought we needed someone rather sophisticated sachusetts that you are the mother of five Lincoln gave so many pardons that his from the East–a person well educated at the University level–and a sons who have died gloriously in the field officers complained about it. There are a person of high birth from an old established family who had a great of battle. I feel how weak and fruitless number of stories of Lincoln issuing a last deal of knowledge of military matters. Some thought we needed must be any words of mine which should minute reprieve. Here is one that is told someone who had lots of experience in government positions and attempt to beguile you from the grief of “familiarly different” in many ways. had worked himself up the ladder. a loss so overwhelming. But, I cannot An eighteen-year old soldier boy of Consider these comments made by individuals at the time about refrain from tendering to you the consolaCompany A, of a regiment of one of the newly elected Commander in Chief: It was General Sherman’s tion that may be found in the thanks of our great Northern states, had to walk belief that: ”the election of Mr. Lincoln was a sad mistake.” Since the republic they died to save. I pray that many miles–with full increments and Washington was a vast military camp in 1861, President Lincoln our Heavenly father may assuage the anrifle–while carrying his sick friend’s gear. liked to visit the encampments and talk with the troops. Some critiguish of your bereavement, and leave you The young soldier is supported by many cized his awkward physical appearance while reviewing the troops. only the cherished memory of the loved A letter written by an Eastern gentleman from Wall Street, N. Y., told loved ones back home. While being and lost, and the solemn pride that must both underfed and exhausted himself, the President to: “sit erect, talk to nobody, and look straight at the be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice saluting soldiers–you ought to assume some dignity for the occasion he volunteers that night to serve his sick friend’s guard duty between 2:00 A.M. even though your breeding has not been military.” An Illustration of Lincoln hearing the upon the altar of freedom. and 4:00 A.M. No matter how he tries to Many officers doubted if Lincoln would act decisively and Yours very sincerely and respectfully, “sleeping sentinel,” 18-year-old Wllllam stay awake, the soldier falls asleep. He prudently in using military power. Behind Lincoln’s back, there Abraham Lincoln Scott, Third Vermont, tell his story. Lin- President Lincoln’s Attitude Toward were already those who thought the “rail-splitter” from the Midwest is charged with falling asleep at his post. coln pardons him and sends him back to The Defeated He is tried and sentenced to die by firing would not be up to the job. Men that eventually ended up in his his regiment. From-A Picture Story of A. squad the next day at a certain time. A cabinet, such as William Seward, as Secretary of State, and Salmon Toward the end of the Civil War, the Lincoln-Lloyd Ostendorf, 1962. message arrives at his home bearing the Chase, as Secretary of the Treasury, underestimated the President President met a Confederate prisoner by and expected to dominate him. Secretary Chase criticized Lincoln’s news of his coming execution. The mother and father of the soldier, the name of General Barringer. Here is how it happened. Toward the will and purpose. General McClellen was known to make statements along with his brothers and sisters are frantic and in a state of shock. end of the war, many Confederate soldiers were in terrible physical The young soldier has made his peace with his God and explains to on the subject of “how much better his plans of war were than the condition. Many were barefooted, hungry, sick, and their uniforms his comrades his side of the story. A committee of his comrades try President’s.” Henry Ward Beecher denounced the President in front were in tatters, Lincoln’s heart went out to these Southern soldiers. to save his life by appealing straight to the President. In some cases, of his congregation. Henry Lee of Massachusetts met with Lincoln When President Lincoln was nearby, these men believed that they a member of the family travels to see the President in order to apand reported to the Governor of that state that he was not impressed would be shown mercy. They knew that ill-treatment would most peal directly to the President. In cases that have a happy ending, the with the rail-splitter. likely be meted out by Northern politicians and bureaucrats. President is understanding and shows mercy on the condemned. The The Shaping Of Lincoln’s Character And Personality One day, hearing that Lincoln was at their Camp, General Baryoung condemned soldier is pardoned by the President and allowed Where Abraham Lincoln came from, a good character and plain ringer let it be known that he wished to see Lincoln as he walked or to go back to his regiment. common sense was valued far above a degree from an Ivy League rode through the camp. An aide remembered the request and brought School. Even though Abe did not receive much in the way of (schoo- President Lincoln’s Tenderness Toward The Wounded him to Lincoln. The Southern General was clearly embarrassed to Whenever possible and prudent, the President loved to spend time meet the President with his soiled uniform and his unkempt appearlin) in the pioneer schools, he did manage to learn to read. When with the sick and wounded troops. Every eye was turned toward and ance. When they met, Mr. Lincoln extended his hand and put him the boy could read a little, he read from the family Bible. After the death of his mother, Nancy, things seemed to be at a standstill and all followed the six foot, four inch physique of a man in the stove-top at ease with his words. The President then asked him if he might hat. He visited hospital camps in and around Washington, D. C. be the brother of a Barringer in the U.S. Congress. The answer was and, if near enough, some sites of recent battles. The soldiers were yes. The President, very cheered on by his very presence. This is the story of a true incident jubilant, told the General that happened while visiting the wounded after the Battle of Fort and those present that the Stevens, (Virginia) in July, 1863. Congressman Barringer President Lincoln visited the temporary hospital after the battle. was his “chum and a Whig” He walked among the very seriously wounded and offered what enlike him. His great heart couragement he could. The following story is given in a poem called went out to this man who Lincoln’s Heart, and the poet is Hezekiah Butterworth. It is believed was the brother of his old that Butterworth often helped the doctors, surgeons, nurses, and friend. The President asked orderlies. At times, using lines from the poem, here is the story: if he could be of service to A severely wounded man lay near death among the suffering him. General Barringer said men. He had been shot in the stomach and he knew he was dying. that if anybody could be of General Ulysses S. GrantA replica of Lincoln’s Hoosier home in Spencer Coun- His sight was still such that he could recognize the form and face of service to him, I presume President Lincoln. He heard the President ask: “What can I do for that you are the man. was placed at the head of all the ty, Indiana. Photo by Jerry King. you?” The aide spoke up and said, “He’s a Confederate soldier, sir.” Before he left, President Armies of the United States in was gloom. When Abe’s new mother arrived, she brought four worn The tall man in the stove-pipe hat took the boy’s hand and held it. Lincoln drew a blank card 1864. His rank was Lt. General. The boy asked the tall man, “Will you write for me a letter and stay books: Robinson Crusoe, Pilgrims’ Progress, Aesop’s Fables, and from his pocket and wrote Sinbad the Sailor. He also came to own the book that inspired him so with me until the end?” The tall man ruffled some papers in his pock- something on it. He then turned to General Barringer and said, “I et and got out guess that they will put you in the Old Capitol Prison. When you get much, The Life of Washington, by Mason Locke Weems. The book a pen to write there, show this card to those in charge.” Later in privacy, General contained the whole inspiring story of Washington and his service to a letter. With his county. Remember, this was the book borrowed from his neighBarringer read the letter and wept. The letter read: the letter combor, Joshua Crawford, that was damaged by rain seeping in between “This is General Barringer, of the Southern Army. He is the pleted to the the chinking and the logs. The pages were wet and stuck together. brother of a a very dear friend of mine. Can you do anything to make boy’s mother, his detention in Washington as comfortable as possible under the After examining the book, Mr. Crawford decided three days of work the President, would pay for the book. It would then belong to young Abe Lincoln. circumstances?” asked how he Lincoln had a self-taught education. One person that loaned Lincoln To Hon. Edwin Stanton, “Secretary of War” A. Lincoln wanted him books was John Pitcher, a judge and lawyer who lived in Rockport, From Lincoln’s Second Inaugural–March 4, 1865 to sign it. The Indiana. Later, Judge Pitcher moved to Mt. Vernon, and, until his “With malice towards none, with charity for all, with firmness in dying boy death, was one of our city’s most prominent citizens. the right, as God gives us to see the right, let us strive on to finish the in tattered, Some Highlights Of Lincoln’s Life Before 1860 work we are in, to bind up the Nation’s wounds….to do all which ConfederIn Mr. Chauncey Depew’s opinion, Lincoln’s philosophy of life may achieve and cherish a just and lasting peace among ourselves ate butternut can be summed up in one of the lines from his second inaugural, and with all nations.” “With malice toward none, with charity for all.” Abraham Lincoln An artist’s rendition of Lincoln giving answered, is our only President who came to that great office from absolutely Dear Reader: This article has been an attempt to show the his address at Gettysburg. Picture from “Just you sign it, from the original pioneer American conditions. Abraham Lincoln was humanity of Abraham Lincoln during the greatest crisis in our counPath and Pathfinders school book -W. heart of your genuine! There were no frills about this tall, gangly, frontier-bred, try’s history. Even with his melancholy personality, President Lincoln Gray, R. Pooley, and F. Walcott - 1946. boy, and put country boy. Lincoln came to know both failure and success in many was perhaps the most exceptional person in our history. Lincoln your name there, so she may see who wrote so kindly this letter for different fields. He was the famous rail-splitter in his youth. He came to that office from being from original American pioneer stock. me.” “A. Lincoln” was written there, tremblingly. Then, the boy had been a farm hand, a flatboat hand, Captain of Militia during the All of his life he was the people’s “plain common man.” He was asked if Lincoln would take his hand–I am all alone–and see me Blackhawk War, store keeper, surveyor, postmaster, country lawyer country smart and the masses loved him for it. President Lincoln through– since he you be? Lincoln did more than hold the lad’s hand, brought honor and grace to the office. Lincoln was the only man, and politician. He saw slavery on a floatboat trip to New Orleans. He knew the wealthy, the middle class, and the poor. He could speak he prayed a simple prayer north or south, who could put over the boy and when he was to almost everyone and most people liked him. He never used his an end to slavery and hold the finished the young soldier had physical strength except to put the bully in his place. Union together. It was believed closed his eyes in death–still From youth up, Lincoln attended services at the Pigeon Creek that the same just humane spirit holding the hand of President Community Church. After hearing the Sunday sermon, he would go which had guided the nation Abraham Lincoln. home and deliver the parson’s discourse to anyone willing to listen. through the tempest of the Civil When politicians or lawyers would speak, Abe mounted a stump and Lincoln’s Speech At GetWar would best preside over imitated them. These experiences did much to develop Lincoln into a tysburg, Pennsylvania its interest in the restoration of Lincoln was tired and very good orator in his early years. At this time, Lincoln also discovpeace–but it was not to be. That weary from his trip from ered storytelling and humor. There is one more trait about Lincoln is another story. With this said, Washington, D.C. to a place that is important to mention and that is his struggle with depression. I close. Thanks for reading my called Gettysburg, PennsylIt is believed that Lincoln suffered from Melancholia. Three blows article. Jerry King vania, November 19, 1863. that Abrahom had to endure while on the frontier were the death of He was there to be part of the his mother, later, the death of his sister, Sally, during childbirth, and Bibliography: Collis, Septima M., A Woman’s War Record. 1889. Gardedication ceremony of the last, the death of his sweetheart, Ann Rutledge. Ann and Abe were rison, Webb. Civil War Stories. 1997. Battle of Gettysburg fought briefly engaged to be married. The “High-Water Monument” - Gettysburg, Battlefield. Jennison, Keith W. The Humorous So, this is the complexities of the man that was admired and loved on July 1 to July 3, 1863. While walking the Gettysburg Battlefield with my young Mr. Lincoln. MCMLXV. MontEdward Everett, a famous by the common people of the United States, who was followed by family in 1980, I was thrilled to come upon a very nice mon- gomery, D. H. The Leading Facts of orator of that era, was to be the soldier guardians of this Republic, and was acclaimed by the ument to a noted citizen of Mount Vernon, General William American History. 1896. National the main speaker. President educated scholars and statesmen of this land. The following stories Heart Throbs. 1905. OsHarrow. By luck, we came upon the sector of his command. Magazine. Lincoln was to give remarks illustrate the humanity of President Lincoln. tendorf, Lloyd. A Picture Story of In the battle his daughter reported his hat received several dedicating the battlefield. Mr. A Speech And Statement On The Spread Of Slavery Abraham Lincoln. 1963. Randall, bullet holes, his adjutant was shot down by his side, and his J.G. Lincoln, the President. 1953. Lincoln was able to move people with his words. One such speech Everett spoke for nearly two hours. President Lincoln rose was made at the Illinois Republican State Convention in 1858 when life was saved by some coins and a daguerreotype of his wife Thalheimer, M.E. The Eclectic History of the United States. 1881. from his seat and delivered he was chosen to run on the Republican ticket as their candidate for in his pocket.

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McFadin’s 100th celebrated in true variety fashion and work with fresh vegetables, collect antiques, attend her church, be a scout leader and watch ‘her cowboy shows’, like Bonanza and Gunsmoke. She worked in the P-47 factory in Evansville as a ‘Rosie, the Riveter’ during the World War II. The centenarian is an avid reader with what Doris calls an, “almost photographic memory” who can plow through books with ease. But mainly, all of them spoke of her as a woman who loved being an artist. Born at home on February 11, 1922 and raised Geraldine proudly shows oﬀ one of the Old meets new as Geraldine is introduced to 6-month- near the Upton area in professional fashion ads she drew during her old Bennett Lang by his mother, Hadley Whoberry. Photo the county, Gerry attended Mount Vernon High forty year career working for Ruth Kishline. by Lois Mittino Gray School. She stayed on an Photo by Lois Mittino Gray extra year after graduation By Lois Mittino Gray Kathy Tobias and Paul “Mac” McFadin shook to assist Mrs. Beene, her art teacher. “She was Geraldine Curtis McFadin was thrilled to sit their head in agreement. “She never raised her in her chair and greet friends and family who voice to the three of us. Education was very im- like a student teacher,” Doris explained. Afattended her “Celebration of 100 Birthdays” portant to her and she made sure we had private terwards, she left for Indianapolis to attend the held Saturday afternoon in the Reception Hall music lessons. She could drive a tractor and Indiana Academy of Art to study all kinds of of Mount Vernon Community Church—Black’s change a flat tire and sew all of our clothes and art and fashion and design. “While there, she Chapel in Mount Vernon. The church was a garden and cook and can everything,” Doris re- lived with a family and helped them by babysitting, sewing curtains, painting walls, whatever it perfect location, as it is central to the heart of called. her family history, and is near and dear to the “Anything reasonable that we were interest- took. When the war broke out, the Director left sprightly, self-sufficient honoree. Jack Angel, a ed in, she let us try,” added Kathy. “She never to fight and the school closed down.” “She returned to Evansville and did her part longtime friend, shook her hand and joked that spanked us, but Mac, being in the middle, got by working at the P-47 plant as a ‘bucker.’ This at 93 years of age, “I tried to keep up with you, away with a lot.” Mac looked over at her with entailed standing behind the riveter and holding but you were always ahead of me!” a twinkle in his eye and said, “That’s cause I’m the rivets in place. She has great stories of the “Gerry” as she is known to her family, is de- better lookin’, that’s all!” scribed as the “perfect mother to the three of us. It’s apparent all three children adore and re- time, including working in flannel pajamas beShe was always a farmer’s wife who did every- spect the matriarch of the family. They painted cause it was so cold. She even got to wave at thing for her church and kids,” according to her a picture of a woman who loves to grow flowers Present FDR when he came through the plant. She has a great memory, even today, and can eldest daughter, Doris Laws. Her two siblings,

tell you what she received in her first paycheck,” Doris said. After the war, she started dating Paul McFadin, a GI returning from the warfront with whom she went to high school. They married in March of 1950. Gerry was married to the love of her life for forty years until his death in 1990. She was his caregiver for the last five years as he suffered his mental decline. During their life together raising a family and farming, she did many activities as a member of the Jolly Housewives Extension Homemaker Club. She received the “County Homemaker of the Year Award” the group gives out. Her Swedish Tea Rings were legendary sellers at the annual county fair auction. “The first love of her life is this church. Her mother was a founder of Black’s Chapel. She would do everything from teaching Sunday School to frying up the chicken for funeral dinners. She still goes to church every Sunday. She has her shots and never got COVID. Can you believe she only takes one medicine for blood pressure and some vitamins and that is it?” Doris asked. Geraldine even attended night classes in Art at the University of Evansville while raising her family. She worked professionally as a Fashion Design Illustrator for Ruth Kishline’s local dress shop business for forty years. Her drawings appeared in the Evansville Courier and other newspapers, and even the New Yorker magazine. A display of her art work through the years was on a table at the entrance to the reception. The celebration began on Saturday with a luncheon for the family and church friends attended by 62 people. The afternoon reception went from 2 to 4 p.m. in a room decorated with a pink rose motif, Gerry’s favorite flower. The room and goodies were as pink and rosy as the long-lived birthday girl’s beaming face, accepting her well wishes from the crowd.

Wagner named Poseyville Kiwanis ‘Volunteer of the Year’ By Dave Pearce The Poseyville Kiwanis Club has named Mitch Wagner as the winner of the Community Service Award for 2022. Wagner’s resume reads like a Who’s Who of Scouting. Wagner has served over 20 years locally as a Scoutmaster. During that tenure, more than 30 young men have received the Eagle

Scout Award under his guidance. He is a member of the Order of the Arrow, a national award, and has been the recipient of the Arrow Founder’s Award. For over 100 years, the Order of the Arrow (OA) has recognized Scouts and Scouters who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives. This recognition provides encouragement for others to live these ideals

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Harvestime Temple has has an interesting history as a house of worship in Mount Vernon, particularly the multi-colored widow that faces Main Street in Mount Vernon. On Sunday, October 3, 1982 our window was unveiled. It stands as a symbol of the Spirit of God, especially the fruits of the Holy Spirit. Here’s the message: THE CROSS: stands as a testimony to the death of our Lord Jesus Christ, and it also represents FAITH. It causes the light of Christ to shine through us towards others. There is no other way to truth, then through Jesus Christ. THE DOVE: represents the HOLY SPIRIT, which is our Comforter, Teacher and Guide. Notice the wings, they are not ready to make flight, but to fold and descend upon us as it did upon Jesus at His baptism. We are believing God to rest upon us in every service. THE WHEAT IN THE DOVE’S MOUTH: is symbolic of the TEN COMMANDMENTS. We must accept this with the Holy Spirit. THE ANCHOR: the symbol of HOPE. In Christ, we have something to hold onto. In the storms of life, we need this anchor. THE PALM BRANCH: represents the symbol of JOY. The church of the Lord is a victorious church. There is victory for the people of God. THE HEART: this, is the symbol for LOVE. The Lord gives us a new heart when we are

saved. THE MANGER SCENE: represents GENTLENESS. A new birth in Christ, gives us a gentle and a meek spirit. THE FLOWER: is symbolic of PASSION. The church needs to have a passion, a hunger and thirsting, for the things of God. THE OLIVE BRANCH: represents the PEACE of God. The Spirit-filled life is a life of divine peace. Knowledge that everything is alright. THE HORIZONTAL CROSS WITH THE LAMB: is the representation of LONGSUFFERING. Christ suffered long for the joy that was set before Him. THE STAR: the star’s 5-points are symbolic of: HEAVEN, WISDOM, GOODNESS, TEMPERANCE, and MEEKNESS. THE CIRCLE: is the symbol of ETERNITY - no beginning and no ending with God. THE RED OUTER CIRCLE: represents the BLOOD OF CHRIST that was shed for the remission of sins. THE WHITE CIRCLE: represents those who have been through the blood and are made WHITE. THE BLUE CIRCLE: symbolizes the everlasting LOVE OF GOD towards His children. THE LAVENDER CIRCLE: is the symbol for ALL THE SAINTS of God that have gone before us. The path all must take to be in Heaven.

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Lady Wildcats finish in Indiana swimmings top 20 By River Snodgrass The Mount Vernon Wildcat swim team finished up their season with a tremendous performance at the state finals this weekend. The Cats competed in 6 of the 12 events and took 20th place overall. Mount Vernon’s swimmers were very pleased with how their season went this year. Although they had low numbers, the Cats always found ways to find success despite not being able to fill every event in a meet. While the team had a good finish overall, there were some great individual performances in the meet. Sophie Kloppenburg took 13th in the state in both the 50 freestyle and the 100 freestyle, Jaley Hamilton, Sophie Kloppenburg, Kaleigh Kelley, and Julien Glover took 13th place in the 200 Freestyle Relay, Kaleigh Kelley took 20th in the 200 IM and the

100 Breastroke, and Jaley Hamilton, Kaliegh Kelley, Julien Glover, and Sophie Kloppenburg took 24th place in the 200 Medley Relay. These girls have done everything in their power to make Mount Vernon proud and did not fall short of this goal. Parents, coaches and friends alike are very pleased with the amount of dedication and grit these young swimmers showed throughout the long swim season. Morning practices, after school practices and swim meets, seeing the sun only once or twice a week, and weather that only got colder and more miserable as the season progressed was their reality. Despite this fact, the Cats kept their work ethic high and continued to push each other in the pool and in the classroom. The atmosphere they created with each other made the team feel like a

family. Juggling classwork and practices is no easy task, but with the support and help the swimmers provided for each other, they were able to keep up with both with flying colors. The team loved the chance to compete this year, and although the entire team could not compete in the state finals, they were very proud of those who represented them in the meet. According to their coaches, they couldn’t have picked a better group of girls to compete in the name of Mount Vernon, especially considering the effects of the pandemic, the team was thrilled to have the opportunity to compete throughout the season. Members of the team say they can’t wait to start their preseason workouts for next year’s season, hoping to have even more success than they had this year.

Mount Vernon’s Kayleigh Kelley shows off one of her Sophie Kloppenburg finished in 13th place in both the Members of the Mount Vernon High School 200M Medley IHSAA State Final ribbons after the team finished in the Relay Team are, in front, Jayley Hamilton and Julien Glov- 50 freestyle and the 100 freestyle. It is unusual for a swimtop 20 in Indiana this weekend. Photos by Garry Beeson er. In back are Kayleigh Kelley and Sophie Kloppenburg. mer to qualify for state finals in four events.

Wildcat basketball streak still alive By Trisha L. Lopez The Wildcats picked up wins against PAC foes Princeton, Forest Park and Boonville last week and improved to 10-9 on the season. The Cats kicked off the week with a 53-46 victory at Princeton (3-15) on Tuesday. Princeton struck first with back to back buckets by senior Drew Morris. Mount Vernon senior Kaleb Dosher put the Wildcats on the board with a triple and a steal and score by senior Triston Clowers gave Mount Vernon a 5-4 lead. Sophomore Nicot Burnett stretched the lead to three points. Morris ended a three minute Tigers scoring drought and a Wildcats turnover set up sophomore Reggie McIntyre for a layup and shifted the lead back to the home team. Dosher added a tip in off of an offensive rebound to put the Cats back on top, 9-8. Freshman Jace Jenkins hit a three on the next Princeton possession to give the Tigers a 11-9 edge at the end of the first quarter. A steal and bucket by senior Fischer Epley got things rolling for Mount Vernon a minute into the second quarter, but Princeton answered. Burnett scored, knotting the score at 13 with 5:46 left in the half. A takeaway by Burnett and a long pass to Clowers for a basket put the Cats back on top. Clowers scored again and a triple by senior Leo Hostetter stretched Mount Vernon’s lead, 20-13. A bucket by Tigers freshman Chase Dyehouse slowed Mount Vernon’s momentum briefly, but a jumper by Burnett and a second Hostetter three put the Cats up by 10 with 3 minutes to go in the half. A pair of free throws by freshman Ryne Wilhite kept the Tigers in contention, but Hostetter answered with a pair of field goals. Epley hit a three after a Princeton basket with just over a minute until the break. After holding for the last shot, a spin and lay in for Burnett gave Mount Vernon a 34-19 advantage at the half. The Wildcats came out of the break flat and added just five points in the third quarter, but held on to a four point lead going into the final period, 39-30. Princeton battled in the fourth, but the Tigers couldn’t contain Mount Vernon who ended the night with a 53-46 win. Hostetter led the Wildcats with 15 points, 4 assists, 3 rebounds and 3 steals. Burnett had 12 points, 6 assists, 6 rebounds and 2 steals. Dosher had 11 points, 1 assist, 6 re-

bounds, 1 block and 2 steals. Other scorers for Mount Vernon were: Triston Clowers, 6 points, 3 assists, 1 rebound and 3 steals; Epley, 5 points, 1 assist and 2 steals; senior Jaden Wilson, 4 points, 3 rebounds and 1 block. The Wildcats picked up their first home win of the season in a gutsy, come from behind performance against Forest Park (7-10) on Thursday, 51-50. Mount Vernon trailed the Rangers 41-29 halfway through the third quarter, but the Wildcats fought back. Sophomore Jackson Clowers scored on back to back possessions. Forest Park added a free throw, but a triple by Wilson cut the lead to six. Buckets by Burnett, Jackson Clowers and Wilson shrunk the lead to a field goal with 5:37 left in the contest. An offensive rebound and put back by Dosher gave the Cats their first lead of the night, 49-48. Forest Park scored again, but a last second Dosher jumper secured the win for Mount Vernon. Wilson led the way for Mount Vernon with 14 points, 8 rebounds and 2 blocks. Dosher had 13 points, 2 assists, 6 rebounds and 2 steals. Other scorers for the Cats were: Burnett, 10 points, 3 assists, 7 rebounds and 1 steal; Jackson Clowers, 8 points and 1 rebound; and Hostetter, 6 points, 5 assists, 1 rebound and 1 steal. Mount Vernon capped the week with a 51-50 win at Boonville (7-10) on Friday. Pioneers 6’5” junior Clay Conner scored a quick four points for the home team, but Burnett answered. Hostetter added a free throw and a bucket by Wilson gave the Cats a 5-4 lead with 3:54 left in the first. Conner, who is averaging 16.8 points per game this season, struck again and a Mount Vernon turnover led to a bucket for Pioneers junior Cooper Aigner. Junior Jake Fuller scored to extend the Boonville lead, 10-5. Hostetter hit a triple to pull within a field goal as the clock wound down in the first quarter, but Conner scored again as the buzzer sounded. A bucket by Burnett opened the second quarter for the Cats. Boonville junior Mason Gladish answered. Jackson Clowers scored on the next two Mount Vernon possessions and the Wildcats were back in business, 14-14, with 7 minutes left in the half. Conner, who went on to score 30 points in the

contest, was hard to contain and gave Boonville the lead yet again. The play grew increasingly physical as the minutes passed and the lead swapped hands between both teams. A three point play by Triston Clowers gave Mount Vernon a 25-22 lead with 3 minutes left in the half. Conner scored again. Burnett connected with Dosher, who gave Mount Vernon a 27-24 lead. The Wildcats defense was tight and the Pioneers ate 45 seconds off of the clock before taking a time out. Mount Vernon got the ball back, but couldn’t score and Fuller made the Cats pay, scoring with 5.9 seconds to go in the half to cut into Mount Vernon’s advantage, 27-26 at the break. Boonville started the half with the ball, but a takeaway and score by Hostetter opened the second half for Mount Vernon. Fuller responded with a three point play, tying the contest again. Neither team could pull away. A three by Aigner gave Boonville a 38-35 lead with 3 minutes left in the third quarter. A bucket by Hostetter and free throws by Burnett put Mount Vernon back on top. Boonville reclaimed the lead courtesy of free throws by Conner. Jackson Clowers was fouled on the next Mount Vernon possession. He hit his first free throw and missed the second, but Burnett grabbed the rebound and found Triston Clowers for a

three to give Mount Vernon a 44-40 lead with a minute left in the quarter. Conner scored again, but Mount Vernon held onto a two point advantage going into the final eight minutes of play. Conner scored to tie the game again, but it didn’t last long thanks to a Dosher basket. Conner answered. Hostetter scored to pull ahead 48-46. Conner free throws evened the score, but a Dosher triple with 5:23 to go gave Mount Vernon a three point lead. Boonville junior Eli Smith hit a three of his own and the score was even once again. Tied with a little more than three minutes remaining, Dosher was called for an offensive foul while jockeying for position with Conner underneath the Wildcats basket, much to the chagrin of the very vocal Mount Vernon fanbase. The Pioneers failed Mount Vernon Wildcat Nicot Burnett pulls up for two to score and fouled Wilson, points during this week’s win over Boonville, The Wildwho went to the free throw cats got hot in the Carmi Invitational Tournament and line for a one and bonus 30 have been on a tear ever since. Photo by Garry Beeson seconds later. Wilson hit the first but missed the second. Boonville came up with the rebound, but couldn’t score and fouled Triston Clowers going for the rebound. Clowers added a free throw to put Mount Vernon on top, 5351. Aigner scored to tie the game. Burnett was called for a charge, turning the ball over to Boonville which set Conner up for a go-ahead bucket with 45 seconds to go. Both

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Posey to send a pair to State Finals, Viking Willman to go on the coaches, tough on the families.” Wyatt Willman (34-6) placed third in the 195-pound weight class. In the championship round one match, Willman won by fall (1:33) over Josh Schrader (Columbus East). During the quarterfinals, Willman won by fall (0:53) over Brock Higgins (West Vigo) qualifying him for the state finals. John Purdy (Castle) won by decision (4-2) over Willman in the semifinal match. Willman won the third-place match by decision (6-3) over state ranked Samuel Saunders (Terre Haute North Vigo). Moll said, “I was pretty nervous for Wyatt in his second match after the way our day was going. He was head and shoulders better than those first two guys he wrestled. We had another dog fight with John Purdy. I told Wyatt if we were going to beat Purdy. It was going to be at state finals. We think Wyatt can be high on the podium at state, but we have to take it one match at a time.” Gavin Wheeler (32-8) competed in the 113-pound weight class. In the championship round one match, Wheeler won by fall (3:49) over Mason Jones (West Washington). Wheeler lost the quarterfinal match over Jackson Heaston (Indian Creek) by technical fall (22-7). Moll said, “we thought Gavin would win his first match. We knew Heaston was going to be tough. We thought we might be able to keep it close. Heaston got a few takedowns on us and opened the gap. It would have been great Wyatt Willman is all smiles just after punching his tick- for Gavin to make it to the ticket round. He just needs to make et to the IHSAA State Wrestling Finals on Saturday. Will- a little jump to be a state wrestler. A very good junior year for man ﬁnished third. Photo by Garry Beeson him.” By Chris Morlan Blake Zirkelbach (33-6) competed in the 120-pound weight Saturday morning, the North Posey wrestling team com- class. Zirkelbach lost a heartbreaker by decision (2-1) over peted in the Evansville Semi-State at the Ford Center. North Dominic McFeeley (Cascade). Moll said, “I hated how it Posey had four wrestlers compete at this round of the state tour- went for him. I have to say, he is one of the best kids I’ve ever nament. There were wrestlers from Mooresville, Bloomington coached. He is a 4.0 student, and he will go on to do great South, Jeffersonville, and Evansville North regionals compet- things in life. That loss was tough to get over. On a positive ing at the Evansville Semi-State. Fifty-nine high schools had at side, he was a state placer last year. He will be all over our least one wrestler participate in the meet. record board at North Posey.” Out of the four North Posey wrestlers that participated in the Nick Akers (31-6) competed in the 145-pound weight class. IHSAA Semi-State. One North Posey wrestler will advance to Akers lost his match by major decision (14-5) over Blaze Garthis Friday’s state finals in Indianapolis. North Posey’s Wyatt Willman placed third in the 195-pound weight class. Another highlight was North Posey placed fifteenth overall as a team By River Snodgrass out of fifty-nine schools participating at this event. Mount Vernon’s winter sports teams were very busy over Brownsburg won the meet with 195.5 points. Rounding out the top five were Evansville Mater Dei finishing second with the weekend as the wrestling team competed in the Semi-State 136 points, Center Grove in third place with 120 points, Co- meet. There were many impressive individual performances, but lumbus East in fourth place with 74.5 points and Avon in fifth senior Chris Newman will be the only one advancing to the State place with 59.5 points. North Posey placed fifteenth with 19 meet. Newman had a very tough bracket with the number 1, 2, and 4 ranked wrestlers in the state in his bracket. points. The efforts of Colton Schneider, Brady Hook, and Derek There were seventy-one wrestlers from the Pocket Athletic and Southern Indiana Athletic Conferences competing at the Hollinger are greatly appreciated by the rest of the team. The semi-state. Only sixteen of those wrestlers advanced to this coaches and players alike give a special thanks to the seniors weekend’s state final. Evansville Mater Dei has six wrestlers who have now ended their season. Their efforts to improve the qualify for state. Castle with three wrestlers and Evansville Mount Vernon wrestling program will not go without reward. Memorial with two advancing. Mount Vernon, North Posey, The underclassmen hope to continue the success the seniors Princeton, Southridge and Tell City each have one wrestler have built since they were freshmen. Newman hopes to make his team proud at the upcoming state competing at the state meet. “There wasn’t a coach that left semi-state happy after yes- meet. He knows how much effort and dedication it is going to terday and I don’t care who you are,” North Posey coach Cody take to have success in the tournament. Wrestlers from all over Moll said. “Because you lose some seniors, or they had a bad the state will be coming together to decide who will take the title match. Semi-state is brutal but it’s part of the sport. It’s tough of best in the state. His fellow teammates are dedicated to doing

Mount Vernon’s Chris Newman spreads his wings as he earned a trip back to Indianapolis. The senior qualiﬁed for the ﬁnals as a freshman. Photo by Garry Beeson cia (Brownsburg). Moll said, “I knew he was going to have a tough match. He battled with Garcia and was only down 3-2 or tied at 3-3 after the first period. Garcia rattled off a couple of takedowns towards the end of the match. Nick reminds me of Rocky Balboa and always ready for a fight. He battled until the end swinging. We had two great years with Nick. He is a great kid on and off the mat.” This will be Willman’s second trip competing at the state finals. It’s also the third consecutive season that North Posey has had at least one state qualifier wrestle at this level.

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everything they can to prepare him for the upcoming task. Hours of dedication, working out, prepping, maintaining weight and defeating tough opponents has led up to this moment. Since his freshman year, Newman has held himself to a very high standard of success. Anything less than a state title falls short of this standard. Newman is very happy with how his last season as a Wildcat has gone, and hopes to top it all off with a state title. While Neman has the skill and dedication to continue his career in college, he is undecided whether it fits into his future plans or not. Mount Vernon High School is very grateful for the success the seniors have brought to the school since they were freshmen. The example they have set for those following them will continue to allow Mount Vernon to be successful in not only wrestling, but other sports that require such mental and physical dedication. The wrestling program will miss the seniors, but are confident that those younger than them will meet the standard the seniors have continued to raise since they began their highschool career.

Vikings snap two-game losing streak, defeat Bears 57-51 By Chris Morlan This week did not start off so well for the North Posey boys’ basketball team. The Vikings played three games. Last Tuesday night, the Vikings fell against South Spencer 60-43. Then, last Friday night, on homecoming, the Vikings played good for the first half against Southridge and went cold in the second half to lose 5138. North Posey traveled to Evansville Central to take on the Bears last Saturday night to end the week. The Vikings played well enough to escape the Northside of Evansville with a 57-51 win over the Bears. (Varsity) North Posey 57, Evansville Central 51: It was a good time to get the twogame losing streak behind them and that’s what the North Posey Vikings basketball team did last Saturday North Posey’s Clay Douglas is knocked oﬀ his feet during night at Evansville Central. action this week against Southridge. Photo by Dave Pearce Not only did the Vikings win

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57-51, but they got their tenth win of the season. Prior to the varsity game warmups, Central High School honored former Bears coach John Wessel. Evansville Central honored Wessel by naming the Bears basketball court “John Wessel Court” after him. Wessel coached at Central between 1964-1982 and posted a 229-164 record. During his coaching days at Central, Wessel won three sectional championship, one regional championship, four City championships and one Southern Indiana Athletic Conference championship. In the first quarter, North Posey held a 13-12 lead to close out the first eight minutes of the game. The Vikings built a bigger lead going into the half with a 25-18 advantage. During the third quarter, the Vikings extended their lead to nine points going into the final period. Central outscored North Posey 21-18 in the fourth quarter and the Vikings escaped with a sixpoint win. “I thought the boys played much better and we started to execute on the offensive end a lot better and finished the possession with scores or free throws,” North Posey coach Rusty Seymour said. “As we wind down the season, we are trying to refocus on what has made us successful this season so far and build off those things. The boys are preparing for the post season and making a run in the tournament. That is our main and really only focus right now.” Harold Bender led the Vikings in scoring with a gamehigh 20 points. Jackson Graff finished with 11 points and Clay Douglas came off the bench to spark the Vikings with 10 points. Blake Herdes was the Bears top scorer with 14 points, while Daelin Mears finished with 11 points. North Posey improved to 10-6 on the season.

Central fell to a 7-10 record. VARSITY, Saturday, February 12, 2022, at Evansville Central North Posey 13 12 14 18 —57 Central 12 6 12 21 — 51 NORTH POSEY (57): D. Lintzenich 0-2 0-0 0, D. Reidford 3-6 0-1 7, J. Graff 2-7 6-10 11, J. Ricketts 3-9 2-2 9, H. Bender 7-12 4-5 20, C. Douglas 4-8 2-4 10, A. Elpers 0-2 1-2 1 CENTRAL (51): B. Steers 0-3 0-0 0, D. Mears 5-10 0-0 11, B. Herdes 5-15 2-3 14, E. Singer 3-11 3-6 9, B. Cato 4-8 0-0 9, K. Hill 1-3 0-0 3, R. Lauderdale 1-3 0-0 2, N. Ritchie 1-2 0-0 3, J. Clark 0-1 0-0 0, L. Richason 0-0 0-0 0 2-point field goals: North Posey 15-32, Central 14-34; 3-point field goals: North Posey 4-14 (H. Bender 2, J. Graff 1, D. Reidford 1) Central 6-22 (B. Herdes 2, D. Mears 1, K. Hill 1, B. Cato 1, N. Ritchie 1); Free Throws: North Posey 15-24, Central 5-9, Fouls: North Posey 11, Central 16 (Junior Varsity) Central 45, North Posey 40: (Varsity) Southridge 51, North Posey 38: North Posey homecoming took place last Friday evening. Congratulations to the homecoming king/queen Briar LaMar and Lauren Zirkelbach. During the varsity game, North Posey jumped the gun and played very well in the first quarter with a 16-7 advantage. Southridge outscored North Posey 11-8 in the second quarter, but the Vikings led 24-16 at the half. Then the second half was disastrous for the Vikings being outscored 33-14 in the final two quarters to lose 5138. It seemed like every shot Southridge made, it went in the basket and the opposite happened to North Posey. Carter Whitehead led the Raiders in scoring with a game-high 22 points. Jonathan Ricketts led the Vikings with 18 points and Harold Bender with 11 points. Dal-

ton Reidford scored five points, Jackson Graff with four points and Devin Lintzenich with three points. As a team, the Vikings only made thirty-three percent of their field goals versus Southridge making forty-three percent of their shots. (Junior Varsity) North Posey 46, Southridge 36:( Varsity) South Spencer 60, North Posey 43: Due to last week’s winter storms, the North Posey boys’ basketball team had another long break away from basketball. The Vikings were back on the basketball court last Tuesday night against the ninth ranked South Spencer Rebels. In their first game back in nearly ten days, North Posey struggled in this matchup with shots not going in the basket and lost by the final score of 60-43. Jonathan Ricketts led the Vikings in scoring with 14 points, while Harold Bender pitched in 11 points. Cale Donoho led South Spencer in scoring with a game-high 19 points. Holton Compton finished with 16 points for the Rebels. (Junior Varsity) North Posey 69, South Spencer 42: This game was tight in the first quarter with the Vikings leading 16-14. During the second quarter, North Posey broke away and led 3422 at the half. The Vikings outscored the Rebels 25-20 in the final two quarters of the game to win 69-42. Colin Schipp led the Vikings in scoring with a gamehigh 24 points. Schipp scored all of his points behind the three-point line. Freshman Austin Schmitt finished with 14 points for the Vikings followed by Liam Stone with eight points, Jed Galvin with seven points, Logan Simmons with six points, Kaden Gengelbach with five points, Kyle Downey with three points and Ethan Mansfield with two points. The Rebels were led in scoring by Kyle Morgan with 10 points.

‘Wildcats’ continued from Page B1 Mount Vernon’s Sophie Kloppenburg qualified for the Indiana State Finals in four different events and placed in the Top 20 in all four.

Clay Douglas was forced to sit out all of this year’s football season and most of the basketball season with an injury. He never missed a game or a practice.