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Latham, Newman claim wins in contested county races By Trisha L. Lopez Tuesday’s primary election results painted a contrasting picture of change and consistency as 15 percent of the county’s registered voters cast ballots in a year where party officials speculate that a lack of options on the democratic ticket led to a dominant republican turnout. Republican tickets accounted for more than 82 percent of the 2,760 ballots cast, up 36 percent from the last non-presidential primary in 2018. County officials predicted that a lack of contested races on the democratic ticket might lead to lopsided numbers. Ed Adams, head of the democratic party in Posey County, said 54 percent of the 3,537 ballots cast in 2018 were democratic. That number dropped to 17.86 percent on Tuesday. “That’s way down. I mean that’s way down. It’s really hard to compare democrats versus republicans because there was just nothing for us to vote for. There was nothing (contested) on our side locally,” Adams said. “I think democrats pulled republican ballots (to be able to vote) for the commissioner and sheriff races.” Greg Newman, republican party chair who bested incumbent District 2 County Commissioner Randy Thornburg by 32 votes on Tuesday, said party fluctuations are not uncommon in local politics and not necessarily a sign of a shift in party numbers. “Historically, throughout the years you’ve seen that on both sides, where people will get a different ballot from what they normally do. Obviously,

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Celebrating Primary wins at the Mount Vernon American Legion following Tuesday’s election are, left to right, Margie Tomes, Jim Tomes, Tom Latham, Nita Latham, Greg Newman and Theresa Newman. Photo by Dave Pearce

Poseyville’s Autumnfest to add bierstube to annual event By Theresa Bratcher Attendees of the April Poseyville Town Council meeting were met with more exciting news for the town. Members of the Poseyville Kiwanis were there to seek approval for a Bierstube to be held during the annual Autumnfest. Ryan Oeth, representing the Kiwanis, provided the council with prepared documents including licensing, layout and planning minutes for the event at the Community Center each August. Oeth requested the board review the cen-

ter regulations line item that references no alcohol permitted outside of the Community Center for an event. He discussed the liability question as well as liquor laws and assured the council the Kiwanis wanted a safe, fun, and responsible event. The matter of security was addressed with Town Marshall Charles Carter in attendance to satisfy concerns that he and Sheriff Deputies would be on hand and all state liquor laws would be upheld. His request was met with questions from Council Member Bruce Baker on liability and

the possibility of a law suit to which Oeth reassured Baker the town liability and special events insurance policy in place should cover any needs. Both Baker and Oeth had called Indianapolis to make sure that event taking place so close to a school was within the law - no law stands on the books anymore concerning an event of this type. Baker stated he has a problem with changing the center rules as they have been in place since 2002. Council Member Justin Collins commented it would not only draw more peo-

ple to Autumnfest, but to the town in general. Oeth asked council members how this differed from alcohol at events ‘inside’ verses ‘outside’ if contained in one area. Baker replied, “It is a limited area.” Collins understood Bruce’s concerns but remarked, “Anyone can get sued this day and age.” Council President Mike Baehl added that with a fenced in area he sees no problem as long as it is monitored by police. Baehl suggested that as a ‘good neighbor policy’ they

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Commissioners agree Centerpoint is hold-up

Pictured above is the state championship Fine Arts Academy team from North Posey. Left to right are art teacher Julie Wilson, Madelyn Galindo, Emma Moore, Allison Werkmeister, and Autumn Glass. On Saturday, May 7, North Posey’s Fine Arts academic super bowl team clenched the state title at Purdue University. This is a fantastic group that worked tirelessly all season. They are coached by Julie Wilson, Team members are captain Emma Moore, competitors Allison Werkmeister and Madelyn Galindo, and alternate Autumn Glass. They have won every competition this year-- the PAC invitational, the Memorial Invitational, and area competition. They qualified for state competition with the highest score in the entire state, and they won state with the highest score of any team in any class--22/25 questions answered correctly. On Saturday evening, they were honored them with a fire truck ride through Poseyville.

By Lois Mittino Gray The Posey County Commissioners are closely watching the progress of the Broadband Internet installation grant work in the county. The Mainstream Company is under a strict two-year time limit to complete the grant work or the county loses the federal funding. The Commissioners voted to withhold the final third of the payment to them until at least two-thirds of the work is completed. Jeramy Elrod, Managing Engineer for Morley Associates, the firm overseeing the Mainstream work, reported back to the commissioners at the meeting. “It is mainly in CenterPoint Energy’s hands now. They have five pole agreements yet to do and they want to wait until all ten are complete to agree to start some of the work,” Elrod said. Commissioner Brett Schorr agreed they are the problem and said, “I called CenterPoint and confirmed that they received all the information in January and they did. Pole agreements are being held up. We need to put a little ‘giddyup’ in CenterPoint to get this done, so we don’t lose our federal funding.” Later in the meeting, local resident Earl Schrader spoke on Internet installation being done right now around his residence. “I have thirty years’ experience doing this kind of work and I think this is going to take a lot longer than what you think. The problem is the experience level of those doing the installation is about zero. They are learning as they go. One worker got a 1,000

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Mount Vernon’s Loren Evans receives distinguished award By Lois Mittino Gray Loren Evans, Mount Vernon School District’s Director of Business and Technology, was presented with the John F. Young

Lamplighter Award that is given annually by the Indiana Association of School Business Officials (IASBO). The award was presented by Denny Costerison, IASBO Executive

Loren Evans, Mount Vernon School District’s Director of Business and Technology, center, displays the John F. Young Lamplighter Award he recently received. He is pictured with, left to right, school board members Beth Higgins, Joe Rutledge, Mark Isaac, Kathy Weinzapfel, and Greg Oeth. Photo by Lois Mittino Gray

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Director, on Thursday, May 5 at the Awards Banquet associated with the Annual Meeting held in French Lick. The John F. Young Lamplighter Award is IASBO’s distinguished service award. It is IASBO’s highest award for outstanding contributions to the profession of school business management. The award is named for IASBO Past President John Young, who was a founding father of the association. The local “whiz with numbers” was shocked to learn back in March that he would be this year’s recipient. “I attended an IASBO meeting to make a recommendation for choosing the next treasurer and they surprised me then with the announcement,” he said. “I am so honored.” All five members of the Mount Vernon School Board were on hand to see the deserving Evans received the recognition plaque. “This is really a significant award. He is well-respected all over the state for his work on school fund management,” observed Board Member Beth McFadin Higgins. Evans started with the district in 1983 as a high school mathematics and computer pro-

gramming teacher. In 1993, he was tapped to be the Computer Systems Manager, responsible for all district technology. He took over his current position as director in 1997 and is often consulted for advice on school budget matters by many other districts. He is renowned for his thorough presentations on the upcoming budget at summer board meetings. The award recipient presently serves on the Indiana State School Bus Committee and is an Educational Service Centers Risk Funding Trust Executive Board Member. He was the IASBO President from 2010-2011 and IASBO Region 9 Director from 20042007. Loren Evans received his education degrees at the University of Illinois in Urbana. In 1983, he earned his Bachelors of Science in Secondary Education/Mathematics degree. Afterwards, he received his Masters of Science in Mathematics in 1988 and a Masters of Computer Science in 1991. Loren and his wife, Carol, have been married since December 1998 and reside in Mount Vernon. The couple has two children and nine grandchildren.

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Seeking help critical for mental illness

We’ve all heard of people who have taken their lives by suicide. We typically wonder why? We wonder what was so bad about their lives that they could not cope another day? We were shocked by the sudden death of Naomi Judd. She was a country music star and legend. She and her daughter Wynonna had racked up 14 number one hits. They had ﬁve Grammy awards and twenty million plus album sales. A new tour was planned for this Fall and the day after her death an induction ceremony was scheduled for the Country Music Hall of Fame. She apparently had it all. She had a long term 30-year marriage, successful daughters and fame and fortune. What more could a human being want? Apparently, something

was still wrong. Depression and mental illness apparently can become a hole so deep and so dark that once someone is in it, they don’t feel they are emotionally able to survive or escape the darkness. We have been shocked by other personalities who reportedly took their lives such as comedian Robin Williams and Anthony Bourdain who traveled the world tasting and showing various lifestyles and cuisines. Mental illness comes in various forms and affects people in different ways and on different levels. Everyone has down days, the blahs and feelings of unhappiness. The weather affects us. Rainy or snowy days may eventually get to us. Too many bills and not enough money to pay them can work on our minds. A sick or troubled family member may worry us or make us feel bad. Our own personal health battles can make us feel down. Too much to do is troubling. Terminal illness that is rapidly

getting worse puts us in a state of desperation to escape the outcome sooner rather than later. There is more to depression than snapping our ﬁngers to get out of it as proven by Judd. She openly talked about her illness. She wrote a book about it and reportedly had spent years medically dealing with her diseases. Severe mental illness can end sadly end tragically. Reviewing her life, it seems there would be a counter argument for everything we are supposed to do. Get help. Take medication. Have a good doctor and a good counselor. Talk about the disease. Find meaningful things to do. Have hobbies. Stay busy. Pursue life. Be involved in meaningful relationships, have faith in God, etc. Judd appeared to do all of this and more. Does this mean we have no hope if we have mental illness? We always have hope but we must be very aware of the seriousness of depression. Our mental state is

serious and can be terminal. Keep in mind that people successfully deal with mental illness every day. It does not have to be the end. People seek counsel, medical help, faith in God and find coping solutions to dealing with depression and mental illness. Mental illness does not have to end badly. Try to think of those left behind. Try to think about the spouse, the children and the loved ones who are left to go on. I have known people who were so physically sick that I understood their pain and desire to escape their bodies. Try to keep in mind that God made us and we all have an appointment with death. We don’t have to push the appointment. It’s coming to us all. Try to find a way to find purpose and peace with the brief life God has given to you. It will end soon enough. Hear Glenn Mollette every weekday morning EST at 8:56 and 11:31 on XM radio channel 131

Wendy McNamara, State Representative Increasing access to care to save lives In Indiana, we are working to improve the health of mothers and their babies, and bring down our high maternal and newborn mortality rates. With a new law I supported, more Hoosiers will be able to access important health beneﬁts before, during and after their pregnancies. By raising income requirements for Medicaid, more low-income Hoosiers will be able to receive critical medical care. This care will also be extended from a 60-day period to a full year of coverage.

According to a report from the Indiana Maternal Mortality Review Committee, 85 percent of pregnancy-associated deaths in Indiana occur postpartum. The report also found that only 44 percent of women who died of pregnancy-associated causes accessed prenatal care in the ﬁrst trimester of their pregnancy. Expanding access to care and lengthening the timeframe for receiving medical services will save the lives of mothers and their babies, and are important steps in addressing our state’s overall health.

Guest Column: Jim Tomes, State Senator Communities receive grants

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Communities in Senate District 49 will receive more than $3 million to improve roads and bridges through the Community Crossings Matching Grant Program (CCMG), said State Sen. Jim Tomes (R-Wadesville). The CCMG, established by the Indiana General Assembly in 2016, aims to advance community infrastructure projects, strengthen local transportation networks and improve Indiana’s roads and bridges. Since its enactment, the program has awarded more than $1 billion in state matching funds for local construction projects. In Senate District 49, the following communities received grants: Gibson County received $1 million; Mount Vernon received $460,092; Owensville received $128,276.21; Posey County received $1 million; and Vanderburgh County received $441,087.74.

Change and kids

We recently took a business trip north of Seattle on the coast. As B D the sun was going down H I took some beautiful pictures and I noticed the rocks were smooth and round at the edge of the water, then turned to sand closer to shore. The constant beating of the waves turned the jagged rocks smooth and over time into sand. I’m getting older but I still think I’m a young man. We never seem to change in our own minds… but then I look in the mirror and wonder who that old man is looking back at me. We all experience change in our lives, and It’s ok to think like you’re young and that you will never change but… maturity is knowing that you have and you will continue to change. Psalms 90:12 So teach us to number our days, that we may

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“It is great to see local oﬃcials taking the initiative to seek out additional resources to assist in their local infrastructure,” Tomes said. “The CCMG program is a great tool to improve our district, and I congratulate these communities for receiving these grants.” Through the program, the Indiana Department of Transportation matches up to $1 million annually when localities invest in road and bridge repairs. Counties with populations fewer than 50,000 and cities and towns with populations fewer than 10,000 receive a 75%/25% match, while counties with populations greater than 50,000 and cities and towns with populations greater than 10,000 receive a 50%/50% match. The CCMG oﬀers two rounds of applications each year, with the next call for applications occurring in July of 2022.

apply our hearts unto wisdom. There are changes that we dream of and look forward to, and changes that we fear. Change is the one constant in our lives that never deviates. But in some small way, we slowly learn that each day is precious, that our time is short, and we only get one trip around… life changes us and the one thing that is for sure and for certain is… that things will not stay the same no matter how much we would like them to. When a life change occurs, we have two choices in how we can respond. We can regress in despair from the change that has come upon us and live assuming things will only get worse, or we can move forward and look for new opportunities, for personal growth. Those are the only things that can change our course and direction. Because any “change” can only only move a person in two ways… positive or negative. Some changes are inevitable and some are out of our control,

but the eﬀects of change… are entirely in our hands, and how we choose to deal with those changes in our life are completely voluntary. Kids I use to take my kids with me, and now I take my grandkids with me. I have always had a soft spot for kids. I’m missing my youngest, which has softened me even more. It is impossible to go back to where you were before… so we have to go forward to where we’ve never been. Some days life is full of hopes and dreams and creating the perfect future. The future is still ahead and still unknown, sometimes things happen that alter your course and you realize life is just about putting one foot in front of the other. My path may have changed but my destination is still the same. Don’t ever give up.

Lemonade

Liberals are upset that the leak from the U.S. Supreme Court B J J may signal that the case of Roe v. Wade, 410 R U.S. 113 (1973), may be overturned or, as is more likely, modified. Conservatives are upset there was a leak from the Supreme Court that may allow public pressure from Liberals to influence the Court to not modify Roe’s holdings. Neither Roe v. Wade nor the case that followed it, Planned Parenthood v. Casey, 505 U.S. 833 (1992), is before the Supreme Court for decision. They could be referred to and overturned or reaffirmed by the Court within its decision of the pending case of Dobbs v. Jackson, No. 19-1392 that will be decided in 2022. As there has not yet been an official decision in Dobbs, it does not have an official public citation. Liberals celebrate the leak and abhor the substance of the draft opinion authored by conservative justice Samuel Alito. Conservatives celebrate the preliminary opinion and abhor the leak. Both Liberals and Conservatives find reasons to attack the institution of the Third Branch of our democracy as they clamor for it to be fundamentally changed. Liberals want to “pack” the Court so as to dilute its current conservative majority. Conservatives want a vigorous investigation into the leak with the hope the public will be outraged if some leftleaning leaker is identified as the culprit. I agree with Shakespeare’s character, Mercutio, in Act III, scene 1 of Romeo and Juliet when his imminent death results due to an irrational feud between the families of the lovers:

“A plague on both your houses!” However, if we are to be constantly accosted by railings of both Liberals and Conservatives about the need for modifications in the United States Supreme Court, let us consider making some constructive changes. After all, no rational American wants to do away with the Court. We all know one of the main reasons our country has outlived every other constitutional democracy on earth is our equally competing three branches of government. We must support the maintenance of all three, including the Judicial Branch. When it comes to the Judicial Branch, political commentators often assert it is non-political and must remain so. They are correct if they mean the actual decisions of the Court. No judge should allow political influence to affect his or her decision. But when it comes to maintaining the public’s confidence in the non-political basis of a judge’s decision, it is the processes of judicial selection and retention that are most important. One reason the public believes the members of the Supreme Court are politically motivated is because the public has no influence on how the justices get their life-time jobs nor any realistic way to remove them. Presidents are elected every four years with the possibility of only one more fouryear term. Representatives are elected every two years and Senators are elected every six years. The public has a right to remove them. Supreme Court justices are nominated by one person, the President, as the President sees fit. The public’s influence is greatly attenuated, in fact, virtually non-existent. At a minimum, the public should have the assurance that many of the most vital issues of their lives will not be at the mercy of the same five-member majority of the Supreme

Court for an unknown period. Perhaps our current national furor could be a catalyst to, at least, set term limits for the Supreme Court justices. A ten-year term is what I suggest but the public, through its federal Legislature, should decide such issues. It is fair and in our own best interest in getting wellqualified justices who are willing to serve, to grant the retired justices generous life-time pensions once their term is up. But in return, the retired justices would agree to neither seek nor accept another judicial position ever again. The possibility of term limits for the Supreme Court might help assuage the current calls by Liberals and Conservatives to radically control what must remain one of our three independent branches of government. Term limits is a better solution than a continuing loss of public confidence in and, perhaps, a loss of independence for, our Supreme Court. In other words, we do not want to make the same types of mistakes as did Romeo and Juliet in their final Act. We do not need to continue on our road toward possible suicide for our democracy. P.S. Gentle Reader, Peg and I have two upcoming book signings for our new historical novel, Unanimous for Murder, that is a sequel to JUDGE LYNCH!. The first is May 17, 2022 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Osage County Historical Society Museum at 700 Lynn Avenue in Pawhuska, Oklahoma. The second is May 20, 2022 at Capers Emporium, 602 Main Street, New Harmony, Indiana from 2 to 5 p.m. Please drop by and say hello. For more Gavel Gamut articles go to www.jamesmredwine. com or “Like/Follow” us on Facebook and Twitter at JPegOsageRanch.

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Rodrick D. Kohlmeyer Rodrick D. Kohlmeyer, 61, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away April 28, 2022. He was born March 1, 1961 in Evansville, Ind., to the late Floyd and Catherine (Gill) Kohlmeyer. Rod had been diesel engine mechanic. He attended church regularly. Rod loved his cats and pets. He enjoyed motorcycles and reading about them. He is survived by his son, Cory Kohlmeyer; grandson, Sawyer Kohlmeyer; brothers, Mike Kohlmeyer (Lori), Bruce Kohlmeyer and Jeﬀ Kohlmeyer; sister, Barbara Deutsch (Larry); several nieces and nephews. Private services will be held.

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Price of project in Mount Vernon triples By Lois Mittino Gray A $30,000 city construction project turned into a $90,000 price tag when the CSX railroad became involved it. Utilities Superintendent Chuck Gray reported the situation to members of the Mount Vernon Board of Works and Public Safety at their May 5, morning meeting at City Hall. Gray said that, at a previous meeting, board members approved quotes to extend a water line to the sewer plant. The four-inch cast iron line, installed in 1955 by GE, is blocked with secretions that cannot be flushed anymore. It is necessary to repair for proper sewer plant functions. “The line is right next to one of the CSX tracks. I just need to run 100 feet of line from the water main to the railroad right of way. It is within ten feet of the track and the track is still used by CSX. CSX is requiring that they must have one of their own employees as a construction supervisor at a cost of $30,000; and require sheet piling on the city side of the trench, which must be left there in place, at a cost of another $30,000,” Gray explained. “I just wanted to make you aware of it.” Mayor Bill Curtis asked if he talked with City Engineer Barry Tanner about any other options. Gray replied in the affirmative. “Barry and I tried to find another location further down the line and there is really nothing else any cheaper that can be done.” Gray continued by stating the 3.5 million gallon tank at the sewage treatment plant has a crack in it and it is getting bigger. He talked with Lochmueller Engineering about the problem, and the firm recommends CTL come down and do some soil borings to see if the foundation is an issue before they fix the crack. The cost for the two borings is $10,778 and it was unanimously approved to get them completed. Curtis agreed there is no need to patch the tank before they found out about the foundation. In Department Reports: • Police Department Captain Corbin Sellers, filling in for Police Chief Tony Alldredge, said that since the last meeting, the department received 197 calls for service. • Fire Chief Wes Dixon reported that there were 37 runs since the last meeting. Five were for actual fires and one was a car accident. Board member Andy Hoehn noted that was a high number of fires in two weeks to which Dixon replied, “The numbers go up and down it seems, but none of them were very big fires.” • Street Commissioner Max Dieterle announced that Monday, May 9 starts Spring Clean Up Week and it runs through Friday, May 13. Dumpsters will again be located in the 200 block of West Second Street; the 200 block of South Kimball; and on Sawmill Street by Ewing’s Tire. • Dieterle continued his report by stating, since the last meeting, his department did 24 extra trash pick-ups generating $920 and hauled 122 tons of trash to the landfill. • Gray stated, since the April 8 meeting, his crews have cleaned 13,408 feet of main, not counting the footage on the camera work. “They have done an impressive amount of work in the last month,” he praised. In other action: • Curtis stated the city received its Community Crossings grant money. Dieterle added bids on the paving are due back on May 18. Curtis stated the paving contractors are scheduled out pretty far, so things need to get started right away. • In the Legal portion of the agenda, board members reaffirmed their approval for heavy hauls that was given via email last week. The two hauls will occur May 2 and May 9 for BWX Technologies and should have no effect on Main Street. • Liz Robinson, representing the Alexandrian Public Library, appeared before the board to request a street closure for the Library’s Summer Reading Challenge. This year’s program will be a farm theme with farm equipment, animals, games, and food. They have scheduled the event on July 6, with a rain date of July 7. The board approved street closure from 7 a.m. until 1 p.m. of West Fifth Street from Main to College, as well as the half alley from West Fifth Street to the parking lot to allow time to move in the big farm equipment and animals before the program begins.

Daniel L. Buchanan, 71, of Mount Vernon, passed away on May 3, 2022, at his home. Daniel was born in Evansville, Indiana on November 22, 1950, the son of Marshall and Wahnita (Scott) Buchanan. Daniel married Lee Ann (McCarty) Buchanan on June 10, 1983, and she survives. Daniel graduated from Mount Vernon High School, and after graduation, he enlisted in the United State Marines reserve. Daniel worked for Flanders Electrical as an AC mechanic. Daniel loved listening to his country music, especially the country oldies. He also enjoyed collecting knives and guns. Daniel is survived by his wife, son, Travis Buchanan; daughters, Laycie (Kenny) Wells, and Helena Buchanan; 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; sisters, Judy Schwambach, Robin Key, and Kris Richard. He is preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Jim and Mark Buchanan.

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A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., on Friday, May 13 at the Black Chapel/ Mount Vernon Community Church in Mount Vernon. Visitation will take place from 10 a.m., until the time of service. Denning Family Funeral Home in Mount Vernon is overseeing the arrangements. Per Daniel’s wishes, he wanted no ﬂowers and instead memorials to be made to Saint Jude’s Children Hospital. Online condolences may be left at denningfamilyfuneralhome. com.

Mark D. Healy, 54, of Mount Vernon, passed away on Saturday, May 7, 2022. Mark was born February 24, 1968 to Floyd and Jo Ann Healy. He attended classes at IVY Tech Art School and was a very talented free hand drawing artist. Mark was an avid LA Dodgers fan, enjoyed coaching basketball at Union County Kentucky High School, loved Willie Nelson, was an accomplished drummer and animal lover. Surviving Mark are his mother, Jo Ann Healy, brother, Mike Healy, cousin, Martha Jean Porter along with nieces, Jacqui (Jason) Lewis, Maria (Skyler) Davis and a nephew, Andrew (Ashley) Healy. Mark was preceded in death by his father, Floyd Healy and a sister, Denise Heckman. A Memorial Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Satur-

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Posey assists in arrest of Evansville man Special to the News Sheriff Tom Latham said on May 6, 2022, the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office requested assistance in Blairsville on an arrest warrant for 32 year-old Terry Lewis, of Evansville, who was wanted out of Evansville for Dealing in a controlled substance. Authorities gained information Lewis was at some apartments in Blairsville. As deputies arrived Lewis was observed leaving, so deputies followed to an address on Winery Road. Once Lewis realized he was observed he ran from the deputies on foot.

While running from the deputies, Lewis entered a home through the garage and confronted the residents, telling them he needed to contact his mother. Once Lewis discovered the deputies outside the residence, he exited the home, where he was taken into custody with our K-9 present. Lewis was taken into custody without incident and arrested for the warrant, Residential Entry, Trespass, Resisting Law Enforcement, and Possession of Marijuana. Lewis was booked into the Posey County Jail with no bond.

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Special to the News On Sunday evening Posey County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a residential entry and theft in Stewartsville. Three Hispanic males came to the residence and offered to seal the victims’ driveway. The men lured the victims outside while one entered the residence and took money. The suspects were driving a mid 2000s black Ford F-150 Crew Cab with a plastic cube containing oil/sealant in the back. If you have any information about these three individuals, please contact Posey County Dispatch at 812-838-1320.

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Young Posey writers excel in 4-H Diversity Essay Contest Purdue Extension – Posey County is proud to announce the winners of this year’s Posey County 4-H Diversity Essay Contest, sponsored by the Lilly Scholars Network. The winner in the Grade 9-12 division is Alex Healy, who nominated teacher Vicki Rueger for a supplemental award. The Grade 6-8 division winner, Makenah Delph, will receive a $500 award, with teacher Andrea Harp also receiving $150. The Grade 3-5 winner is Kolt Buecher, with Ashley Grimes receiving the teacher award. Together We Can Change the World - Alex Healy America has always been a melting pot with people coming from different cultures, religions, races, and ethnicities. These differences are what make our country the “United” States of America. However, these populations do not always unite, causing inequity and division. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are three major concepts that are discussed frequently in today’s society. Our world and its people would be completely the same without diversity to make it unique. With more equity and inclusion, there would be less of a divide between today’s people. Our world constantly evolves, changes, and advances, but these concepts do not always move along with the world. I have seen firsthand where diversity, equity, and inclusion are missing, and I want to change where they are absent and fight for a better world. Equity and inclusion are very important to me. I expect everyone to be treated equally and fairly, in all circumstances. For example, I hosted and coached a free tumbling/gymnastics clinic for children with special needs. I did not expect such a good turnout, but after realizing the special needs community has never had tumbling opportunities before, I understood why so many kids had signed up. It was hard to believe that such a big group of children probably would never have had that opportunity if I had not hosted the clinic. The children were incredibly happy just to be a part of something, and I could tell how meaningful it was to them. This experience awakened me to problems in our community, and I realized segments of our population need more attention. In particular, school children are extremely impressionable, and the classroom should be an environment where everyone is treated fairly, equally, and given the same opportunities. I had an eye-opening experience in a classroom setting where this was not the case. I am very passionate about treating everyone fairly and not singling people out, especially in school. One time I witnessed discrimination against an individual who is diverse for no reason other than the color of her skin. This individual is an excellent person,

student, and athlete and has been intimidated in a class by discrimination in the classroom. I have tried to bring awareness to this recurring issue multiple times, and want to help anyone suffering from discrimination. I have spoken with people of higher authority about the issue, yet there has been little change. She should feel like she belongs and be treated the same as the other students. Regardless of someone’s opinions, individuals should not be treated any differently. Along with equity, diversity plays a major role in shaping society and its people. Diversity reveals new ideas and people that would not exist without it. Different areas and settings have varying levels of diversity. For example, I visited downtown Indianapolis, where everyone is different and it provides a very comfortable, inclusive environment. In contrast, southern Indiana is not very diverse and has a lot of similar people. Because of the minimal level of diversity, people who do not fit the “look” of people in southern Indiana might feel like they do not belong or be picked on by people who do. Personally, I have not experienced this but know it happens and want to advocate against it. As I am nearing graduation, I have felt more comfortable speaking up for people affected by not being included and treated equally. Everyone deserves to be included and treated the way others would want to be treated. Overall, diversity, equity, and inclusion are ideas that I will strive to always fight for in society and try to bring awareness to some of the unfair practices affecting others. I realize how excluding people or treating them unfairly can damage their feelings of self-worth. When I witness unfair circumstances, I feel inspired to make a change and stand up for these individuals. Diversity, equity, and inclusion should move parallel to the constantly evolving world. I have realized that I have witnessed these unfair practices, and I want to be part of the change. These topics will always be something that I am passionate about and continue advocating for the betterment of society. Hopefully, through my passion, I will inspire many others to open their hearts to accept and celebrate diversity.

Birthdays May 10 - Brandon Brauser, Terry Briant, Damon Carl, Brooklyn Becher, Lauren Becher, Shae Bolding, Ella Beth Nelson, Judy Butler, Dennis Luebkem, Lindsey Beuligmann, Ron Risley May 11 - Sara Z. Dunbar, Thor Neils Georgesen, Jane Ellen Moye, Judy Thompson, Meghann Clark,

Note: News in this issue includes: Commencement exercises of Mount Vernon High School, Booker T. Washington Commencement, Elks’ will transport Civil War vets, lineman injured for Bell Telephone, Saint Matthew’s eighth grade commencement reception, a prayer for Mother’s Day by Mrs. A. Dawson and many other news briefs and personals. Annual Commencement Exercises - Commencement exercises of the Mount Vernon High School will be held at the Courthouse next Thursday evening. Rev. P. Press, former pastor of the Trinity E. Church, will deliver the address. Music will be furnished by the High School orchestra and glee clubs. The 1922 class comprises 55 members and is the largest in the history of the high school. The following are the graduates: Mary Abell, Delton Alldredge, Merle Allyn, Hazel Ashworth, Walter Aylesworth, Sarah Bailey, Mamie Barrett, Carl Basler, David Benthall, Mar-

News From The Western Star, May 10, 1922 - Mount Vernon garet Blockley, Lilly Brinkman, Blanche Carson, Mary Clements, French Copeland, Mary Crowder, Flora Davis, Ruth Davis, Roy Dawson, Dorothea Dietz, Paul Dietz, Herbert Duncan, Dorothy French, Alvin Grabert, Edith Green, Mada Goeltz, Ralph Gronemeier, Mary Haas, Lucile Hagemann, Joy Heid, Helen Hovey, Owen Huntsman, William Jourdan, Carl Keil, Mary Kennedy, Matilda Kleinschmidt, Charles Lawrence, Clinton Maurer, Basil McFadden, Lucile Page, Jess Powers, Helen Riecken, Martin Rhoad, Arthur Roos, Charlotte Rosenbaum, Carl Rothrock, Mildred Rowe, Florence Schaefer, Carl Schneider, Harold Seibert, Elwood Smith, Gladys Smith, Manford Stein, Mabel Walling, Marie Weisman, and Gertrude Williams. Booker T. Washington Commencement - The annual commencement of the Booker T. Washington High School will be held at the Courthouse Friday evening,

May 19. Especially good music will be one of the features of the program. The class roll this year includes: Albert Bishop, Ervin Pippin, Thomas Ramsey, Cornelius White, and Richard Wynn. Elks To Transport Civil War Vets - “It’s an honor and privilege one seldom enjoys” stated George Green, secretary of the Elks, when he asked permission in behalf of the local organization to furnish automobiles to convey members of Harrod Post, G.A.R., to and from Bellefountaine on Memorial Day. The letter asking for permission was addressed to Mayor Osborn, who several weeks ago expressed his desire to relieve the boys of “61” of the task of arranging the program for Memorial Day exercises. This is the ﬁrst time in the history of Memorial Day exercises in this city that a fraternal organization has come to the relief of the “boys in blue,” and no doubt their invitation of furnishing means of transportation will be accepted.

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Briefly Spring seeded crops deadline near Farmers are reminded that if they have prevented planted corn, they need to come into the Posey County FSA Office between June 6 and June 20 to file a CCC-576 form. Seed and chemical receipts are required. July 15 is the deadline to certify their Spring seeded crops. Planting dates are required. If you have any questions, please contact the Posey County FSA Office at 812-8384191, ext. 2.

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Members of the Mount Vernon Junior High Academic team has enjoyed much success this year. Members of the team are, in front, left to right, Mandalynn Brock, Logan Preske, and Ella Wells. Second row, left to right, are Madison Owens, Libby Reese, Julia Emsweller, and Lidia Juarez-Fernandez. In the back row, left to right, are Collin Swartz, Madelyn McCarty, Wesley Hoehn, Nathan Tinsley, and Gloria Guerro. MVJHS Academic Teams nearly swept the regional competition, winning ﬁrst in every division except English where they placed second. Their exceptional scores earned them third place in both Science and Social Studies in the state. The interdisciplinary team’s score placed eighth in the state. The Math team earned 20th and ELA placed 21st in the state out of 44 teams.

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CALL SALLY TODAY AT 812-682-3950 Class Reunions MVHS Class of ‘82 to hold 40th Reunion The Mount Vernon Class of 1982 is preparing for their 40th reunion and is asking for your help locating classmates. We are searching for: Tamara Cox, John P. Davis, Steve Day, Teresa Edwards, Daniel Elliott, Frederick Gahl, Judy Gibbs, Michael Griswold, Tony Harrington, Melanie Higgs, Teresa Hilakos, Cathy Holder, Simon Jeanpierre, Jeffrey Leneave, Martha Mason, Christopher Mattingly, Andrew McGill, Detrice Miller, Linda Muller, John Nelson, Tawana Rainey, Mark Renschler, Timothy Ricketts, Jeffrey Russell, Darren Rye, Lori Sellner, Don Slusher, Scott Small, Sherri Stephens, LaRoma Thomas, Lisa Thompson, Brent Wagner, Phyllis Warrick, Donald Wolfe, and Curtis Young. Please email the reunion committee at mvclass82@gmail.com with any information or private message Cheryl Reich or Liz Culley on Facebook.

MVHS Class of ‘70 reunion canceled Due to the pandemic, the 50th class reunion was canceled. Mount Vernon High School Class of ‘70 is hosting a Meet and Greet as part of

their 70th Birthday weekend celebration. The Meet and Greet will be held Friday, September 16, 2022 at the American Legion located at 203 Walnut in Mount Vernon from 6 to 10 p.m. There will be a cash bar. Snacks will be provided and the kitchen will be open until 8:30 p.m. for anyone who would like to order food. All classmates, teachers and alumni of Mount Vernon High School are invited to attend. The 70th Birthday Bash Dinner will be held Saturday, September 17, 2022 at Bally’s Hotel in Evansville, Indiana. Deadline for making reservations is August 1, 2022. The MVHS class of 1970 committee is also asking for help from the community in locating the following classmates that we have lost contact with since graduation: Marlena Kaye Church, Terry L. Cox, Roger A. Cross, Raymond C. Goodman, Gary Morris Graddy, Dennis L. Gross, Ralph D. Lutz, Michael Roger McNeil, Kathy S. Moyer Moll, Richard L. Reed, John L. Ricketts, Richard Carl Rogers, Roger L. Saltzman, Debra Jean Scott, Mary J. Schockley Nobles, Rosanna M. Stewart Russ, Greg Ward, Maurice Sonny Wood. If you have any information that can help us, please contact Linda Deig @ 812-459-6754.

Court News Arrests April 26 Wyatt Dailey - Salem, Ill. - Warrant, Maintaining a Common Nuisance Controlled Substances, Possession of Marijuana (petition to revoke) - PCS April 27 Blaine Davis - Wadesville - Warrant, Domestic Battery - PCS April 29 Aden Hook - Mount Vernon - Operating While Intoxicated, Minor Consuming Alcoholic Beverage, Minor Transport an Alcoholic Beverage, Minor Posses Alcohol - MVPD Samantha Shephard Mount Vernon - Warrant, Neglect of a Dependent, Possession of a Narcotic Drug, Unlawful Possession of Syringe, Possession of Marijuana - PCS May 4 Francisco Landa - Mexico - Driving Without Ever Receiving a License - PCS Aden Hook - Mount Vernon - Operating While Intoxicated, Minor Consuming Alcoholic Beverage, Leaving the Scene - MVPD Marriage Applications Christopher Michael Beppler, 46, Mount Vernon and Lisa Marie Hebert, 48, Mount Vernon Aaron Paul Graves, 38, New Harmony and Melissa R. Shoemaker, 36, Poseyville Timothy Sean Gray, 49, Cynthiana and Ruth Lamonica Waller, 50, Mount Vernon Faith Bridgette Walker, 28, Cynthiana and Kevin Eugene Aylsworth, Jr., 28, Cynthiana Casey Marie Smith, 41, Mount Vernon and James Allen Elliott, 35, Wadesville Trent L. Givens, 49, Mount Vernon and Ruby M. VanZant, 50, Mount Vernon Hayden Nykoe Walker, 26, Poseyville and Zachary Stoneberger, 25, Poseyville Tabetha Cave, 39, Mount Vernon and Michael Gross, 47, Mount Vernon

Jillian F. Powers, 20, Mount Vernon and Austin Brakie, 23, Mount Vernon James Curtis Slygh, 61, Evansville and Lisa Sue Peck, 58, Evansville

Robert M. Bow, 24, Florissant, Mo. and Katey Hatter, 24, Wadesville Robert Craig Amann, 43,

The Posey County Soil and Water District is taking orders for their Native Plant Sale. Orders are due by May 20 and can be picked up on Saturday, June 18 at the Posey County 4-H Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall between 8 and 10 a.m. The plants are $3, $5 or $8 depending on size. Multiple varieties are available. Call the office at 812-838-4191 ext 3 or email to jeri.ziliak@in.nacdnet.net for an order form and brochure. Native plants are adapted to local climate and soil conditions. These plants provide nectar, pollen and seeds that serve as food for native butterflies, insects, birds and other animals. Native plants also require less water and can help prevent erosion. Call the office today for your order form.

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MVHS Class of ‘68 holds ‘Homecoming’ The Class of ‘68 will be hosting our Second Homecoming on October 1, 2022 from 6-11 p.m. The Meet and Greet will be held at the American Legion Post 5, 203 Walnut, in Mount Vernon, There will be a cash bar. Snacks will be provided by the class and the kitchen will be open until 8:30 p.m., for anyone that would like to order food. We would love to invite all classmates, teachers and alumni of Mount Vernon High School. Spread the word so we can spend some time together. Hope to see you there.

NP Relay For Life 2022 Meetings North Posey Relay for Life meetings will be held at Saint Francis Xavier in Poseyville. Contact Judy Baehl for more information. Bank Night will be June 10, at 5:30 p.m.

New Harmony American Legion The New Harmony American Legion is expanding its food service to our wonderful community. We have added Breakfast at the Post Sunday through Friday from 6-10 a.m. As always, everyone is welcome to enjoy our food services. Also, open daily Wednesday-Sunday at noon.

PCRSD Board to meet May 12

‘Walk Together’ held Saturdays thru May

The board of the Posey County Regional Sewer District will meet on Thursday, May 12, 2022 at 9 a.m. at the Hovey House, 330 Walnut, Mount Vernon, IN 47620.

Walk Together For World Peace will be held Saturdays at 1 p.m., through May at the Cathedral Labyrinth and Sacred Garden on North Street in New Harmony. Rain cancels event. For more information contact Janet Lorence, 812-682-3935, leave message.

Johnson UMC will have Church in the Park On Sunday, May 15, Johnson UMC will have Church in the Park at Maclure Park in New Harmony. The Worship service will begin at 10:30 a.m., followed by a picnic lunch of hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, drinks, and desserts. Johnson UMC is providing all the food and everyone is welcome. The event is BYOC (bring your own chair) and we hope to see you there for worship, fellowship, and fun. The rain date is the following Sunday, May 22. Follow our Facebook page for any changes or announcements.

NH Legion Memorial Day Service NH Legion Color Guard - Monday, May 30, 2022: Maple Hill Cemetery, 9 a.m.; Griﬃn Cemetery, 9:30 a.m.; Bethsaida Cemetery, 10 a.m.; Stewartsville Cemetery, 10:30 a.m.; Wadesville Cemetery 11 a.m.; New Harmony Town Hall, Memorial at 12 noon.

Sons of American Legion Golf Scramble The Sons of American Legion will hold a golf scramble on Saturday, May 28, at CountryMark Golf Course. For tee times contact Waxey Walker 812-682-1903.

MV Elks Sweet Summer Sale Happening Join the MV Elks for a Vendor market and rummage sale on Saturday, June 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Spaces are available both inside and outside. Vendors must supply their own tables and canopies. Call Susan 812-430-9635 for information or to

Celebrate Recovery on Thursdays Co-ed Celebrate Recovery group meets on Thursday evenings at 5 p.m., at the Beyond the Walls Campus, 424 Vine Street, Mount Vernon.

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

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.

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

NH Recycling Center Summer Hours The center is open Wednesdays from 2 until 6 p.m., and Saturdays from 9 a.m., until noon.

Poseyville Yard Waste Site sets hours Hours are Wednesdays, 8 a.m. until 4 p.m., and Saturdays, 12:30 until 4:30 p.m. No lawn care businesses, please. For more information, contact the Posey County Solid Waste District at 838-1613.

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PAGE A6 - THE POSEY COUNTY NEWS 2022-145 LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Alcohol Beverage Board of Posey County, Indiana will hold a public hearing at 10:00 am on May 18, 2022 at the City Hall, 520 Main Street, 520 Main Street in the city of Mount Vernon in said county, to investigate the propriety of holding an alcoholic beverage permit by the applicants listed herein to wit: RC6502042 Beer Wine & Liquor - Fraternal Club RENEWAL FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES 1717 109 W WATER ST Mount Vernon IN RH6587099 Beer Wine & Liquor - Hotel RENEWAL RED GERANIUM ENTERPRISES LLC 520 NORTH STREET New Harmony IN D/B/A NEW HARMONY INN & CONFERENCE CTR RR6532518 Beer & Wine Retailer - Restaurant RENEWAL HARMONIE WAY, LLC 500 CHURCH STREET New Harmony IN RR6537130 Beer Wine & Liquor - Restaurant (209) RENEWAL J & T LYKE ENTERPRISES LLC 7228 MAIN ST Wadesville IN D/B/A JT’S CORNER BAR DL6532498 Beer & Wine Dealer - Grocery Store RENEWAL GIANT INDIANA LLC 418 E FOURTH STREET Mount Vernon IN D/B/A GI #806 Published in the Posey County News on May 10, 2022 - hspaxlp 2022-134 STATE OF INDIANA

) ) SS: IN THE POSEY CIRCUIT COURT COUNTY OF POSEY ) IN THE MATTER OF ) ESTATE OF RONALD L. SIMPSON ) CAUSE NO. 65C01-2204-EU-000026 DECEASED NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION Notice is hereby given that Rita L. Simpson, Brian R. Simpson, Sherri L. Cash and Karen S. Upshaw were on the 22nd day of April, 2022 appointed Co-Personal Representatives of the estate of Ronald L. Simpson, deceased, who died on April 13, 2022, and were authorized to administer said Estate without court supervision. 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 of the first publication of this notice, or within nine (9) months after the decedent’s death, whichever is earlier, or the claims will be forever barred. DATED this 26th day of April, 2022. Kay Kilgore Clerk of the Posey Circuit Court By: Donna Curtis Deputy W. Trent Van Haaften #15587-65 VAN HAAFTEN & FARRAR ATTORNEYS AT LAW 204 Main Street, P.O. Box 1026 Mt. Vernon, IN 47620 (812) 838-1400 Published in the Posey County News on May 3, May 10, 2022 - hspaxlp 2022-132 NOTICE TO BIDDERS AND CONTRACTORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY OF THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, POSEY COUNTY, INDIANA, WILL RECEIVE SEALED BIDS FOR THE PAVING OPERATION OF THE MOTOR VEHICLE HIGHWAY, LOCAL ROAD & STREET, AND COMMUNITY CROSSINGS MATCHING GRANT FUNDS OF SAID CITY FOR THE 2022 FISCAL YEAR UP TO THE HOUR OF 11:00 A.M., MAY 18, 2022, AT THE OFFICE OF THE CLERK-TREASURER IN THE CITY HALL ANNEX, 520 MAIN STREET, MT. VERNON,IN. ASPHALT PAVING, AS FOLLOWS: A. MAIN ST. 6th ST. to EAST LINCOLN AVE. QTY. UNIT MOBILIZATION INCLUDES TRAFFIC CONTROL 1 EACH MILLING MILL 2.0” DEPTH & CLEANING 10,334 SYD PATCHING 4.0” HMA 25.0 mm BASE 92 TON TACK FURNISH & APPLY 720 GAL HMA SURFACE 2.0” HMA 9.5 mm SURFACE TYPE C 1,140 TON STRIPING 4” DOUBLE YELLOW CENTER STRIPE 6,200 LFT RR CROSSING WHITE THERMOPLASTIC PAVEMENT MARKING 2 EACH B. SOUTHWIND AVE. GRENADA ST. to ALLYN DR. QTY. UNIT MOBILIZATION INCLUDES TRAFFIC CONTROL 1 EACH MILLING MILL 1.5” DEPTH & CLEANING 3,827 SYD PATCHING 4.0” HMA 25.0 mm BASE 31 TON TACK FURNISH & APPLY 240 GAL HMA SURFACE 1.5” HMA 9.5 mm SURFACE TYPE B 290 TON STOP BARS WHITE PAINT PAVEMENT MARKING - 24” WIDE 2 EACH C. ROOSEVELT DR. MAIN ST. to ALLYN DR. QTY. UNIT MOBILIZATION INCLUDES TRAFFIC CONTROL 1 EACH MILLING MILL 1.5” DEPTH & CLEANING 10,110 SYD PATCHING 4.0” HMA 25.0 mm BASE 90 TON TACK LIQUID TACK ADHESIVE 710 GAL HMA SURFACE 1.5” DEPTH, 9.5 mm SURFACE TYPE B 860 TON STOP BARS WHITE PAINT PAVEMENT MARKING - 24” WIDE 4 EACH D. WESTWOOD DR. LOWER NEW HARMONY RD. to DEAD END QTY. UNIT MOBILIZATION INCLUDES TRAFFIC CONTROL 1 EACH MILLING MILL 1.5” DEPTH & CLEANING 3,844 SYD PATCHING 4.0” HMA 25.0 mm BASE 34 TON TACK LIQUID TACK ADHESIVE 270 GAL HMA SURFACE 1.5” DEPTH 9.5 mm SURFACE TYPE B 327 TON STOP BARS WHITE PAINT PAVEMENT MARKING - 24” WIDE 1 EACH E. MELODY LN. WESTWOOD DR. to DEAD END QTY. UNIT MOBILIZATION INCLUDES TRAFFIC CONTROL 1 EACH MILLING MILL 1.5” DEPTH & CLEANING 1,335 SYD PATCHING 4.0” HMA 25.0 mm BASE 14 TON TACK FURNISH & APPLY 100 GAL HMA SURFACE 1.5” HMA 9.5 mm SURFACE TYPE B 114 TON STOP BARS WHITE PAINT PAVEMENT MARKING – 24” WIDE 3 EACH F. SUNSET DR. ALLYN DR. to DEAD END QTY. UNIT MOBILIZATION INCLUDES TRAFFIC CONTROL 1 EACH MILLING MILL 1.5” DEPTH & CLEANING 591 SYD PATCHING 4.0” HMA 25.0 mm BASE 8 TON TACK FURNISH & APPLY 50 GAL HMA SURFACE 1.5” HMA 9.5 mm SURFACE TYPE B 51 TON STOP BARS WHITE PAINT PAVEMENT MARKING - 24” WIDE 1 EACH G. CARDINAL DR. TILE FACTORY RD. to DEAD END QTY. UNIT MOBILIZATION INCLUDES TRAFFIC CONTROL 1 EACH MILLING MILL 1.5” DEPTH & CLEANING 6,961 SYD PATCHING 4.0” HMA 25.0 mm BASE 62 TON TACK FURNISH & APPLY 490 GAL HMA SURFACE 1.5” HMA 9.5 mm SURFACE TYPE B 592 TON STOP BARS WHITE PAINT PAVEMENT MARKING - 24” WIDE 1 EACH H. MOCKINGBIRD LN. TILE FACTORY RD. to DEAD END QTY. UNIT MOBILIZATION INCLUDES TRAFFIC CONTROL 1 EACH MILLING MILL 1.5” DEPTH & CLEANING 4,533 SYD PATCHING 4.0” HMA 25.0 mm BASE 40 TON TACK FURNISH & APPLY 320 GAL HMA SURFACE 1.5” HMA 9.5 mm SURFACE TYPE B 386 TON STOP BARS WHITE PAINT PAVEMENT MARKING - 24” WIDE 1 EACH I. ROBIN LN. CARDINAL DR. to MOCKINGBIRD LN. QTY. UNIT MOBILIZATION INCLUDES TRAFFIC CONTROL 1 EACH MILLING MILL 1.5” DEPTH & CLEANING 1,568 SYD PATCHING 4.0” HMA 25.0 mm BASE 14 TON TACK FURNISH & APPLY 110 GAL HMA SURFACE 1.5” HMA 9.5 mm SURFACE TYPE B 134 TON STOP BARS WHITE PAINT PAVEMENT MARKING - 24” WIDE 2 EACH J. LARK LN. DEAD END to DEAD END QTY. UNIT MOBILIZATION INCLUDES TRAFFIC CONTROL 1 EACH MILLING MILL 1.5” DEPTH & CLEANING 2,940 SYD PATCHING 4.0” HMA 25.0 mm BASE 26 TON TACK FURNISH & APPLY 210 GAL HMA SURFACE 1.5” HMA 9.5 mm SURFACE TYPE B 250 TON STOP BARS WHITE PAINT PAVEMENT MARKING - 24” WIDE 2 EACH K. ORIOLE CIRCLE CUL-DE-SAC to CUL-DE-SAC QTY. UNIT MOBILIZATION INCLUDES TRAFFIC CONTROL 1 EACH MILLING MILL 1.5” DEPTH & CLEANING 4,280 SYD PATCHING 4.0” HMA 25.0 mm BASE 38 TON TACK FURNISH & APPLY 300 GAL HMA SURFACE 1.5” HMA 9.5 mm SURFACE TYPE B 364 TON STOP BARS WHITE PAINT PAVEMENT MARKING - 24” WIDE 2 EACH SUMMARY OF QUANTITIES QTY UNIT MOBILIZATION & TRAFFIC CONTROL 11 EACH MILLING-FULL WIDTH & CLEANING 1.5” 39,989 SY MILLING-FULL WIDTH & CLEANING 2.0” 10,334 SY HMA PATCHING – 4” 449 TON LIQUID TACK 3,520 GAL HMA SURFACE – 2.0” TYPE C 1,140 TON HMA SURFACE – 1.5” TYPE B 3,362 TON STOP BARS-PAVEMENT MARKING - 24” WIDE 14 EACH STRIPING-4” DOUBLE YELLOW STRIPE 6,200 LFT RR CROSSING-THERMO PAVEMENT MARKINGS 2 EACH (INCLUDES 3 STOP BARS, 2 R’s & X) All stone, concrete materials, asphaltic materials, and sand are to meet current Indiana State Highway Standard Specifications and detailed specifications now on file in the Clerk-Treasurer’s office in the City Hall Annex building, Mount Vernon, Posey County, Indiana, entitled SPECIFICATIONS FOR STREET IMPROVEMENTS, CITY OF MOUNT VERNON Bids shall be submitted on forms prescribed by the Indiana State Board of Accounts / Form 96. Bidder shall furnish bond, certified check or cashier’s check, in the amount of five (5%) percent of their total bid, to guarantee that they will enter a contract and/or furnish performance bond in accordance with their bids and specifications. Contract documents will be available in the office of the Clerk-Treasurer, 520 Main St., Mt. Vernon, IN 47620. Bids shall be delivered in a sealed envelope bearing the name and address of the bidder. No bid shall be opened or accepted if delivered after 11 o’clock a.m., Central Standard Time on the 18th of May, 2022. Proper bids will be opened at the regular meeting of the Public Works & Safety at 9:00 a.m., Central Standard Time, May 19, 2022, in the annex meeting room, at 520 Main Street. The City of Mount Vernon, Posey County, Indiana, reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Mayor: G. William Curtis Attest: Cristi Sitzman, Clerk-Treasurer Published in the Posey County News on May 3, May 10, 2022 - hspaxlp

Court News and Legal Advertisements Mount Vernon and Catharen Ann Dunigan, 43, Mount Vernon Brian Winebrenner, 59, Wadesville and Rhonda Mort, 59, Wadesville Laura Gayle Murphy, 60, Mount Vernon and John Walter Myers, 54, Mount Vernon Faith Michelle Stone, 26, Mount Vernon and Clinton Eugene McPherson, 30, Mount Vernon Timothy R. Alcorn, 36, Evansville and Kelli N. Walker, 40, Evansville Abigail Love, 22, Mount Vernon and Seth Willis, 22,

Mount Vernon Joshua Whitlow, 44, Mount Vernon and Rebecca Palmer, 38, Mount Vernon Peggy S. Ziliak, 55, Wadesville and Robert L. Arthur, 61, Wadesville Amber Dawn King, 35, Mount Vernon and Aaron Hoﬀner, 32, Mount Vernon Amber Mondt, 25, Wadesville and Clinton Cox, 27, Wadesville Jay Trenton Benard, 24, Brentwood, Tenn. and Carlie Taylor Gee, 23, Carmi, Ill. James Nathan Pearison, 51, Cynthiana and Pandora Ann

Rowles, 55, Cynthiana Blayne Cameron Worman, 29, New Harmony and Kylie Elizabeth Honeycutt, 27, Evansville Wesley Andrew Alldredge, 25, Poseyville and Gemma Hope Eaton, 22, Mount Vernon Hannah Rachelle Craig, 26, Poseyville and Matthew Kyle Davis, 26, Wadesville Cory Joseph Carr, 33, Evansville and Katelyn Lorell Heaton, 28, Evansville Vanessa Joan Broshears, 41, Griﬃn and Kevin Garrett, 56, Griﬃn

2022-144 EXHIBIT 5 LEGAL NOTICE OF FILING FOR A CHANGE IN WATER RATES BY THE GERMAN TOWNSHIP WATER DISTRICT, INC. Evansville, Indiana Notice is hereby given that the German Township Water District, Inc., Evansville, Indiana, under and pursuant to the Public Service Commission Act, as amended, intends to file with the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission on or about May 3, 2022 an increase in the schedule of rates and charges for all water sold by its water utility in the amount of $0.19 per I ,000 gallons as a wholesale water cost tracker applicable to all customers of the German Township Water District. The changes in schedules of rates submitted to the Commission are based solely upon the change in the cost of purchased water by the German Township Water District, Inc. from the Evansville Municipal Water Utility and shall apply for the next practical consumption period following final approval by the Commission or June I, 2022, whichever is later. Objections to this filing can be forwarded to Secretary, Utility Regulatory Commission, 101 West Washington Street, Suite 1500 East Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 and Office of Utility Consumer Counselor, 115 West Washington Street, Suite 1500 South, Indianapolis, IN 46204. GERMAN TOWNSHIP WATER DISTRICT, INC. Evansville, Indiana By: Gaylene Mount Utility Manager Published in the Posey County News on May 10, 2022 - hspaxlp 2022-138 NOTICE OF UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION No. 65C01-2204-EU-000027 IN THE POSEY CIRCUIT COURT In the Matter of the Estate of BENEDICT L. WARGEL, Deceased Notice is hereby given that STEVEN WARGEL and DIANE KIESEL were on the 25th day of April, 2022, appointed as Co-Personal Representatives of the Estate of BENEDICT L. WARGEL, Deceased, who died testate on March 20, 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 Evansville, Indiana, this 25th day of April 2022. KAY KILGORE, Clerk Circuit Court of Posey County, Indiana By Donna Curtis Deputy Lindsay B. Schmitt #27366-82 FARMER SCOTT OZETE ROBINSON & SCHMITT, LLP 21 SE Third Street, Suite 900 P. O. Box 3565 Evansville, IN 47734 Phone: 812/602-3570; Fax: 812/602-3591 lschmitt@fsolegal.com ATTORNEYS FOR CO-PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES Published in the Posey County News on May 3, May 10, 2022 - hspaxlp 2022-137 NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is hereby given that the undersigned Board of Commissioners of Posey County, IN. Will receive sealed bids at the Posey County Auditor’s Office in the Coliseum Mt. Vernon, IN. Up to the hour of 4:00 PM Local time on. May 16,2022 or up to 9:00 AM on May 17, 2022 Letting date May 17th 2022 for the following Roads: Projects: Community Crossing Grant 2022 Overlay on existing Black Top: Ford Rd. from Copperline Rd. to Middle Mt. Vernon Rd. Ford Rd. from Middle Mt. Vernon Rd. to Hwy 62 Lower Mt. Vernon Rd. from HMA to 250’ west of Davis Rd. Caborn Rd. from Hwy 62 to Lower Mt. Vernon Rd. Caborn Rd. from Hwy 62 to Nation Rd. Upper Mt. Vernon Rd. from Stierley Rd to CR 350 S CR 350 S from Upper Mt. Vernon Rd. to 5,754’ West Stierley Rd. from Hwy 66 to Copperline Rd. All material shall meet all requirement of the State and Federal Government. Successful bidder shall furnish the highway Department with a price list. Any item picked Up or delivered must have a SIGNED INVOICE Or PACKING SLIP accompanying it. The highway superintendent may require the Successful bidder to remove from the county job. Any of the bidder’s employees who the highway Department determines to be performing the Contracted work in an unsafe or unsatisfactory 2022-146 MDK # 22-004436 STATE OF INDIANA

Manner or who are disruptive to the job site. Bidder shall comply in every respect with Indiana State Laws governing the purchases of County Supplies Bidder shall use US weight and measures. The bidder shall submit his bid on forms prescribed by The State Board of Accounts and shall be accompanied by Certified check, cashier’s check, bidder’s bond or cash in the sum of ten percent (10%) of the bid including Any added alternates. All in accordance with the specification On file at the office of the Posey County Auditor. Checks, bonds or cash securing other contracts or bids with the county will Not be treated as accompanying these bids The board reserves the right to reject Any or all Bids. Posey County Commissioners Bill Collins Randy Thornburg Bryan Schorr PICK BID FORMS UP AT THE POSEY COUNTY AUDITOR’S OFFICE Published in the Posey County News on May 3, May 10, 2022 - hspaxlp

) IN THE POSEY SUPERIOR COURT ) SS: COUNTY OF POSEY ) CAUSE NO. 65D01-2204-MF-000163 U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as Trustee for the CIM Trust 2021-NR2 Mortgage-Backed Notes, Series 2021-NR2 Plaintiff vs. The Unknown heirs, devisees, legatees, beneficiaries of Rebecca S. Roos AKA Rebecca Roos and their unknown creditors; and, the unknown executor, administrator, or personal representative of the Estate of Rebecca S. Roos AKA Rebecca Roos, et al. Defendants. NOTICE OF SUIT SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION TO: The Unknown heirs, devisees, legatees, beneficiaries of Rebecca S. Roos AKA Rebecca Roos and their unknown creditors; and, the unknown executor, administrator, or personal representative of the Estate of Rebecca S. Roos AKA Rebecca Roos: BE IT KNOWN, that U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely as Trustee for the CIM Trust 2021-NR2 Mortgage-Backed Notes, Series 2021-NR2, the above-named Plaintiff, by its attorney, Nicholas M. Smith, has filed in the office of the Clerk of the Posey Superior Court its Complaint against Defendant The Unknown heirs, devisees, legatees, beneficiaries of Rebecca S. Roos AKA Rebecca Roos and their unknown creditors; and, the unknown executor, administrator, or personal representative of the Estate of Rebecca S. Roos AKA Rebecca Roos, and the said Plaintiff having also filed in said Clerk’s office the affidavit of a competent person showing that the residence and whereabouts of the Defendant, The Unknown heirs, devisees, legatees, beneficiaries of Rebecca S. Roos AKA Rebecca Roos and their unknown creditors; and, the unknown executor, administrator, or personal representative of the Estate of Rebecca S. Roos AKA Rebecca Roos, upon diligent inquiry is unknown, and that said cause of action is for default on the promissory note and to foreclose a mortgage on the following described real estate in Posey County, State of Indiana, to wit: Beginning at the northwest corner of Section 25, Township 7 South, Range 14 West; thence South 89 degrees 43’ 30” East 1.034.99 feet to a point; thence South 1 degrees 13’ 30” West 202.24 feet to a point; thence South 89 degrees 43’ 30” East 184.05 feet to a point; thence South 34 degrees 30” East 104.06 feet to a point; thence South 58 degrees 8’ 11” East 153.08 feet to the point of beginning of Subject Boundary description which is a 5/8 inch pin set with a plastic cap; thence North 2 degrees 33” East 113.25 feet to an iron pin; thence South 75 degrees 50’ 38” East 101.48 feet to a point; thence South 75 degrees 50’ 30” East 137.28 feet to a 3/4 inch iron pipe; thence South 40 degrees 16’ 30” West 180.49 feet to a 3/4 inch iron pin; thence North 56 degrees 42’ 33” East 143.62 feet to a point; thence North 2 degrees 33” East 4.14 feet to the point of beginning, containing. 607 acre, more or less. commonly known as 610 Pine Tree Drive, Mount Vernon, IN 47620. NOW, THEREFORE, said Defendant is hereby notified of the filing and pendency of said Complaint against them and that unless they appear and answer or otherwise defend thereto within thirty (30) days after the last notice of this action is published, judgment by default may be entered against said Defendant for the relief demanded in the Complaint. Dated Clerk, Posey Superior Court Nicholas M. Smith (31800-15) Stephanie A. Reinhart (25071-06) J. Dustin Smith (29493-06) Chris Wiley (26936-10) Susan B. Klineman (17405-49) Attorneys for Plaintiff MANLEY DEAS KOCHALSKI LLC P.O. Box 165028 Columbus OH 43216-5028 Telephone: 614-220-5611 Facsimile: 614-220-5613 Email: sef-nms@manleydeas.com Published in the Posey County News on May 10, May 17, May 24, 2022 - hspaxlp

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FFA Banquet Members of the Mount Vernon FFA Chapter recently hosted their annual banquet. Pictured to the right are club members, in front, right to left - Shelby Lang, Blayke Reeley, Dillan Ethridge, Bryce Dyehouse, Samantha McCutchan, Abrianna Choate. Back left to right - Austin Bell, Taylor Jarvis, Carlton Redman, Nolan Deno, John Straystar, Cade Pierce, Arliss Hart, Ally Johnson, Hannah Carr, Gabe Sartore, Grace Lueder, and Chole Swartz.

‘Broadband’ continued from Page A1 1,000 volt shock the other day. I had to help some workers get a line through a house cellar or it would’ve taken an extra day. I’m really concerned,” he stated. The Commissioners thanked him for his comments and said there is much problem nowadays with training new help and employee turnover. Community Corrections Officer Justin Rutledge asked for signatures of support for two yearly grants. One is for $353,721 for an electronic monitoring grant and another is for $102,424 for a work release grant. The grants would start in January of 2023 and they were approved. In Department Reports: • County Highway Superintendent Steve Schenk presented copies of his Annual Operational Report to the State to the commissioners “They want to know where every dollar goes, every gallon of gas, and every ton of rock,” he told the commissioners, who signed off on it and accepted the report. • Schenk said the county was awarded a million dollars in Community Crossing Grant money this year. “The work

is going out for bids now. I sent letters to the three contractors who have bid before so they know. I should have results for you by the next meeting so we can get going. It will still be September or October when we get the money before the weather sets in,” he speculated. • Schenk said recycle chip and seal will be starting up as soon as the heat dries things out. The German Township Water Department is planning to meet with him soon to work on moving the troublesome water line, since they have acquired new property for it now. • County Health Department Director Don Martin announced, “Good news. COVID is still lying down in Posey County and hopefully, it will stay away from us.” He said there have been no positives in the last month of testing. His department has 3,000 home tests kits on the way and anyone wishing to have one should call the office. He also arranged with Schenk for resealing work to be done on the parking lot. • County Clerk Kay Kilgore reported that the recent pri-

mary election went smoothly. Many voters and poll workers commented on how much they liked the new machines put into use. “We had all our results in by 7:30 p.m.” she noted. • Posey County Deputy Sheriff Jeremy Fortune gave his current jail population report as: 82 inmates from Posey County, 36 from Vanderburgh County, and 16 from the Department of Corrections, for a total of 134 inmates that morning. • Posey County Treasurer Vicki Peerman reminded everyone that spring tax bills are due on Tuesday, May 10. • County Assistant Auditor Shelley Hargrove reported that she sent the requested changes back to her representative on the mental health services contract and she should have it back for the next meeting. Every full-time county employee will be eligible for up to six counseling sessions. • Collins also gave the monthly Animal Control Report of 24 complaints - six animals picked up, two bites, and none euthanized. $20 was collected in fees.

‘Election’ continued from Page A1 in Posey County, you have friends, family members and neighbors who are affiliated with the other parties. They want to vote for the person they know,” Newman said. Newman said the turnout, overall, was pretty average for a non-presidential voting cycle. The 2020 presidential year primary race drew a 22 percent voter turnout, down from 47 percent in 2016. In 2014, just 1,321… seven percent… of Posey County’s 19,006 registered voters made their way to the polls. Early and absentee numbers were down from 669 in 2018 to 493 in 2022, but still far ahead of the 58 total absentee/early ballots cast in 2014. Posey County Clerk Kay Kilgore predicted that the races for commissioner and sheriff would garner the most attention and Tuesday’s numbers proved her right. The contest between Republican Incumbent Sheriff Tom Latham, Dan Ko and Henry Smith generated 2,224 total votes, with Latham claiming nearly 82 percent. Latham said he’s pleased with the confidence that Posey County voters have shown in his leadership. “The support has been outstanding and I’m humbled. I’m focused on continuing to run the sheriff’s office properly and, with a great staff, there’s no doubt we won’t let you down,” Latham said. “Now the campaign continues as we move to the next election cycle. If it be God’s will, I’ll be your sheriff for the next four years.” The race between Newman and Thornburg was a battle that drew 2,200 votes. Thomas Clowers, incumbent republican prosecutor, picked up 1,998 votes in his un-

contested bid for reelection. Clowers said he’s grateful for the chance to continue serving the people of Posey County. “Posey County is my home…where I grew up and where I am raising my family. I look forward to continue working closely with local law enforcement to ensure that our community is a great place for families and businesses to thrive,” Clowers said. The 2022 primary was an inaugural run for the county’s new Unisyn Freedom Vote system which allowed votes to be populated with the use of a barcode scanner to reduce lines and gave voters the option to print and review their ballots before depositing them for tabulation. Kilgore said she’s pleased with the positive responses she’s heard from voters. “I’ve had great comments both from voters and poll workers. The process is streamlined, simple and secure which makes everyone more comfortable. I haven’t heard anything negative,” said Kilgore, who received 1,920 votes on Tuesday in her uncontested run for reelection. “Although I had zero doubt of our past equipment and its accuracy, I love being involved in all the new equipment from the ground level making it even easier to speak on it and assure everyone of the true accuracy and security of Posey County’s election process.” The 135 new touch screen machines were purchased with federal and state grants and replaced a 15-year-old system that was incapable of producing a paper trail that security experts say is essential for verifying vote authenticity. Kilgore said candidates have until May 17 to file a verified petition for a recount in the Posey County Circuit Court, but she said the

checks and balances built into the new voting system makes errors in vote totals “extremely rare.” Primary Results Republican Party - United States Senator, Todd Young, 1,781 (unopposed); United States Representative District 8, Larry D. Bucshon, 1,878 (unopposed); State Senator District 49, Jim Tomes, 1,969 (unopposed); State Representative District 76, Wendy McNamara, 1,742 (unopposed); Prosecuting Attorney, Thomas E. Clowers, 1,998 (unopposed); Clerk of the Circuit Court, Kay Kilgore, 1,920 (unopposed); County Auditor, Maegen Greenwell, 1,828 (unopposed); County Sheriff, Dan Ko (78), Tom Latham (1,818) and Henry Smith (328); County Assessor, Nancy Hoehn, 1,924 (unopposed); County Commissioner District 2, Greg Newman (1,116) and Randy Thornburg (1,084); County Council District 2, Jerry Chastain III, 495 (unopposed); County Council District 3, B. David Dausman (231) and Rusty Jourdan (221); County Council District 4, Zack George, 593 (unopposed); Black Township Trustee, Jerry R. Walden, 589 (unopposed); Black Township Board Member (vote for three), Donald Oeth (503) and Heather Reese (412); Center Township Trustee, Virginia Jung, 181 (unopposed); Center Township Board Member (vote for three), Curtis Mort (115) and Patricia Watson (155); Lynn Township Trustee, Don Mercer, 63 (unopposed); Lynn Township Board Member (vote for three), John Pate (unopposed); Marrs Township Board Member (vote for three), Stefani Miller (unopposed); Robb Township Board Member (vote for three), Jim Nash, 180 (unopposed); Robinson Township Trustee, Mar-

garet H. Montgomery, 241 (unopposed); and Robinson Township Board Member (vote for three), Janet Essex (180), Frank Kanowsky (194) and Larry O. Lewis (209). The top nine vote getters for republican state convention delegates were: Tom Latham, 1,727; Jim Tomes, 1,500; Justin H. Rutledge, 1,165; Margie Tomes, 985; Amber Allyn, 832; Dana Baldwin, 783; Aaron Patrick Wilson, 734; Dan Baldwin, 693; and Jerry R. Walden, 675. Democratic party - United States Senator, Thomas M. McDermott Jr., 446 (unopposed); United States Representative District 8, Adnan H. Dhahir (70), Ray McCormick (354) and Peter F.H. Priest II (35); State Representative District 76, Katherine Rybak, 434 (unopposed); County Recorder, Chris A. Hoehn, 451 (unopposed); County Coroner, Bill Denning, 450 (unopposed); County Council District 1, Tom Schneider, 123 (unopposed); County Council District 2, Melvin E. Buchanan, 97 (unopposed); Black Township Board Member (vote for three), Ed Adams (115) and Brian Williams (134); Harmony Township Trustee, James Robert Scarafia, 47 (unopposed); Harmony Township Board Member (vote for three), Daniel W. Creek (39), Charles Mann (40), Melissa Peerman (47); Lynn Township Board Member (vote for three), Spencer Aldrich (23) and Greg Redman (26); Marrs Township Board Member (vote for three), Stan Weinzapfel, 85 (unopposed); Point Township Trustee, Robin Price (14); Point Township Board Member (vote for three), Mike Denning (13), Mary M. Price (11) and Beverly A. Tucker (11); and Robb Township Board Member (vote for three), Brenda A. Garris, 43 (unopposed).

‘Poseyville Town Council’ continued from Page A1 might want to offer free tickets to adjacent neighbors for any inconveniences they might have or would have during their event. When questioned how food vendors would be handled, Oeth replied, “By all means we want the booths to participate, but we also will have at least one food truck for the Friday night event.” Kiwanis member Tom Snyder spoke in reassurance to the board that they would have a secure area and be checking IDs. “The hope is to grow the Autumfest and we believe this will be great for the town.” Baker made the motion for a one-year exception to the Community Center regulations to allow the Kiwanis to hold a Bierstube at the Autumfest in 2022, motion passed with a 2-1 vote with Baker voting against. Riley and Austin Ahrens appeared before the council with a request for tree removal in front of their South Cale Street home due to the roots causing the sidewalk to buckle. The couple are willing to pay for the sidewalk to be replaced at a cost of $6,000 but do not have enough in the budget to pay for the tree removal also. They presented three bids from local businesses, the lowest being $2,500 for the removal to which Baehl replied the town only pays for tree removal in the case of a storm or needed street repairs. Baker reiterated that for the last 60 years that has been the home owners responsibility. Ahrens stated that since trees were recently removed from Sharp Street the town would be willing to pay for those in front of his residence. He was informed that was due to an INDOT grant which included tree removal. Collins, being the only council member that was willing to agree to the cost, stated, “I appreciate this young couple wanting to do this improvement. I see the cost for sidewalks verses tree removal as a win for the town. I don’t know why we cannot help this couple, Austin is our Fire Chief and volunteers his time... we need to keep young couples in our town.” Baker inquired as to whether the new sidewalk would be handicap accessible and what the timeline for the project would be to which Ahrens replied, “Yes, they will be bubbled ramp for the blind and handicapped. There is also the danger of a liability to the town from falling limbs or my house could sustain damage. We are looking at getting it done this year.” Collins again stated his willingness to help since the Ahrens were willing to put their own money in the sidewalks. Baehl remarked, “So what do I tell my neighbor that removed the trees in front of his home at his cost? What do we say to him if he wants to be reimbursed because the town paid to have your trees removed?” Ahrens replied, “Are they putting new sidewalks in?” Collins made a motion for the town to absorb the $2,500 cost for the removal of two trees in front of 183 South Cale Street. The motion died for lack of a second. Ahrens then inquired if there had to be a sidewalk in front of his house? The

council will get back with him on that. An agreement for funding of the Fire Department and Ownership of Fire Fighting Equipment between Robb Township and the Town of Poseyville was read. As the agreement has been standing for years, it needed the verbiage to be updated and a clear understanding for purchase of equipment. When questioned as to if the town was getting a grant for a new fire truck, Baehl replied the town’s grant writer does not generally write fire truck grants. However, he has been in contact with them and they are aware one is needed and are willing to see what they can do. Carter pointed out that the safety fund that council wants to use for the down payment of a new fire truck is to be split evenly between the Fire Department and the Police Department. He reminded them that he will be needing a new car in 2023 and wants to make sure the Police Department portion is there when needed. The motion to accept the changes to the Agreement passed with a 2-1 vote with Collins voting against it. In other action: • With bad weather approaching, Carter reminds residents the Community Center will be open if needed for shelter, especially to those on oxygen or those that have other medical needs. • Water and Wastewater Operator and Utilities Manager Jeremy Farrar and Baehl recently visited a Taylorville, Illinois water plant that has a treatment for their nitrates. Unlike the last plant visited, this one is a chemical plant which uses microbes to get rid of the nitrates in their water. The plant runs 24\7 and processes 800,000 to two million gallons, where as Poseyville runs only four to five hours for processing with a lot less gallons. It is a complicated process but a possible option for Poseyville. • According to Poseyville Clerk-Treasurer Christy Foster, the town will hopefully know by the next meeting if a second grant will be received to finish the shelter house at the park. Volunteers are in place for labor and forms, grant money for concrete is all that is needed. • Baehl commented that Jeff Droege made a much-needed

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new roller for the ball fields and it works great. Also, he commended Jeff Wright for his donation of time and servicing of the ball field lawn mowers and mule. Baehl encouraged the community to be sure to thank him as he does a lot for the ball field as well as the town. Little league is now in full swing. • Foster shared that the Farmers Market is moving along, with the Board meeting on a regular basis. The Market will be held on Tuesday’s from 3 - 6 p.m. starting May 31 and ending on August 2. Venders sign-ups will be on April 27 at the Community Center. Theresa Bratcher, Market Master, made a report of the progress of the Market and thanked the town for their support. • It was reported that mowing has begun at the Cemetery. • Boy Scouts from 387 were present in order to earn their Citizenship Badge. Baehl thanked them for coming and wished them well on their paths to Eagle Scouts. The next meeting will be held Tuesday May 10, 2022 at 5:30 p.m., this will be a in person and virtual meeting.

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Latest Artist-In-Residence Benson to arrive Friday the 13th By Lois Mittino Gray Jr. Memorial inscriptions in Washington, D.C., the Louis I. Kahn, Four Freedoms Park inscriptions New Harmony’s newest Artist-In-Residence will arrive in town on Friday, the Thirteenth, but in New York City and the Eisenhower Memorial inscriptions in Washington, D.C. In 2007 Benson there’s no need for triskaidekaphobia. With his tools in hand, he comes to hammer out new ideas was awarded an NEA National Heritage Fellowship. and chisel opinion on digital art while practicing an ancient craft. Nicholas Benson is a stone carver In 2010, he was the recipient of a prestigious MacArthur Fellowship and things took a turn as who hails from Rhode Island. “I choose to use my age old craft, described by the artist. “About ten years ago I received a Maa practice that is as old as humanity itself, as a symbol of human cArthur Fellowship that allowed me to take a left hand turn into history. I set in in conflict with the nature of digital information— the realm of art. This is a funny little shop in that it’s somewhat information that often lasts only a nanosecond,” he writes. His frozen in amber, caught between an ancient world of mallets works are ageless, “set in stone.” and chisel - brushes and pigments and the realities of the digital The artist/craftsman will be in New Harmony from May 13 world. I had not quite realized just how out of sync my shop through 20, creating and residing in the Mother Superior House, was until, when typing away an email on my machine, the comhosted by the Robert Lee Blaffer Foundation. He is slated to presputer glitched and up popped an amazing piece of computer ent a public lecture on his work on Tuesday, May 17 at 7 p.m. at code. I decided to take similar bits of code, many of which have the Working Men’s Institute. While here, he may do other talks actual meaning beyond their face value, and interpret them caland he plans to make a photo report of his stay. His residency is ligraphically. From the perspective of a man who has spent his the result of cooperative work among New Harmony’s many orentire life designing bodies of text, it had a tremendous, visceral ganizations and patrons to get him here, as pointed out by Docey appeal. What slapped me in the face, like the proverbial cartoon Lewis, a Blaffer Foundation Board Member and local artisan who frying pan, was how deeply symbolic it was. It was a tearing coordinated the effort. aside of the curtain and an unintentional glimpse into the mind Benson states, “I have been working here in my stone carvwe are trying so very hard to bring to life.” ing shop, the John Stevens Shop, for the past 40 years. It was In 2013 the stonecarver received an Artist-in-Residence Felfounded in 1705 and I represent the eighth generation of a two lowship at the Yale University Art Gallery. For the past eight family lineage who have kept this place going for 316 years. I years, he has been making a series of artistic works in contembegan an apprenticeship at the shop at the age of fifteen with my plation of communication in the Information Age. “With the Nick Benson in his studio. Photo courtesy of Scott Lapham advent and application of mass production on a vast scale after father, John Benson, in 1979. The shop specializes in the design and execution of one of a kind inscription in stone.” Work War II the average human’s connection to the physical world - the way in which we could Architectural and memorial lettering is generated by hand with a broad edged brush in the manner produce a variety of things with our own hands - diminished. Particularly in the United States, the of classical Roman inscriptions and then carved into stone with mallets and chisels. Benson studied idea of making money for money’s sake became a driving force that supplanted the philosophy at drawing and design at State University of New York at Purchase in 1986. He spent 1987 at the Ba- the heart of our simple motto “Made in America.” sel School of Design in Basel, Switzerland, studying calligraphy, type design and typography. He “With my work, I hope to immediately provoke questions for the viewer. What does is say? What returned to the United States in 1988 and continued to work under his father, finally taking over the does it mean? Who are we? Where are we going?! This statement is not all bleak. It also speaks to family business in 1993. the capacity of the human mind. Digital technology is an amazing achievement. Look what we can Benson expands the traditional arts of hand lettering and stone carving through his designs. He has do when we set our minds to it. Can we change the things that we must?” he queried. produced site-specific typefaces for use on many large civic memorials. His work includes the NaTo see sample creations and learn more about our new artist-guest, here’s Nick’s website: https:// tional World War II Memorial inscriptions in Washington, D.C., the National Martin Luther King, www.johnstevensshop.com.

Timothy Lemaster, Natalie Roth, and Jake Morris were in town Monday morning to check the water quality in the Wabash River in New Harmony. Photo by Dave Pearce

CEAB seeks board members The Community Emergency Assistance Board is currently seeking new board members. The mission of CEAB is to provide emergency financial assistance, as well as financial and life skills education for families and individuals residing in Posey County. This could be a great opportunity to assist your community. If you are interested or would like more information please call Joyce Babillis at 812-838-4925.

PCSWCD seeks Part Time District Technician The Posey County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is seeking a person to fill a Part-Time SWCD Technician position. This position helps the SWCD to carry out the SWCD’s programs in conformance with the purpose of the SWCD as defined in Indiana District Law (IC14-32). This position requires knowledge of or experience in natural resource management and soil conservation. A Bachelor of Science or Associate’s degree is preferred, but not required. This is a part-

time position funded by the District. For a complete job description, email to jeri.ziliak@in.nacdnet.net or call 812-8384191, ext 3. Applicamust be able to pass a federal background check. Applications with cover letters and resumes will be accepted until June 3, 2022. Please email to jeri.ziliak@in.nacdnet.net or mail to: Posey County SWCD, 1805 Main Street, Mount Vernon, IN 47620.

Sermon of the Week - Peace Bro. Terry Atchison John 16:33 “I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart. I have overcome the world.” Isaiah 32:17 “And the effect of righteousness will be peace, and the result of righteousness, quietness and trust forever.” Russia is invading Ukraine. Putin hints at a nuclear war. Inflation is wreaking havoc from one ocean to the other. Anything you can buy is much more expensive today than it was last year at this time. Wife needs a new car. Kids need braces. Dogs need to visit the Vet. People are being laid off of work or having hours cut back. Food is too expensive. I’m losing hair. My wife is losing hair. I need a knee replacement and she needs a hip replacement. I just stubbed my big toe on the bed post and I can’t find my keys. Oh no, it snowed and the road is covered with ice. I will be late for work. Now I have a stomach ache. Other than that, it’s a great morning to be a child of God. Thank you Jesus. Life can be humbling at times...Unfair at times...Tumultuous at times. There is one constant for me that holds it all together, and that is Jesus. Doesn’t matter what is going on in the whole world and in my smaller world, He is always there to smooth out the “wrinkles” and give me His strength and love to persevere. Throughout the day I pause to pray and listen. Many times I hear nothing, then comes that moment that I understand what He is conveying to my soul. Warmth and peace floods my

being as I breathe a sigh of relief and...r e l a x. “Don’t worry. I got this” He tells me. And then shows me that He ‘duz’ got it. Things fall into place once again. John 14:27 “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.” Philippians 4:7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and you minds in Christ Jesus.” Jude 1:2 May mercy, peace and love be multiplied to you.” “And He walks with me and He talks with me” “In the Garden” was my mother’s favorite song. She sang and hummed it all the time. “And He tells me I am His own” Jesus walks and talks with me everyday. He answers my prayers, letting me know that He loves me. It is so reassuring to know that my God, the most powerful force in the Universe and beyond, can have a personal relationship with me. Everything else seems inﬁnitesimal. This releases me from any worries or problems that I have. “Peace like a river so gently is ﬂowing How sweet to my soul is this marvelous peace.” Thank you Jesus. He asks for nothing from me in return except to love Him. 2 Thessalonians 3:16 “Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in every way. The Lord be with you all.” 2 Corinthians 13:11 “Finally, brothers, rejoice. Aim for restoration, comfort one another, agree with one another, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you.” Pray for peace in the world. Amen

Law enforcement officers bow their heads during a prayer offered for their safety during the National Day of Prayer ceremony on May 5. From left, Deputy Sheriff Jeremy Fortune, Sheriff Tom Latham, Officer Kyle Reidford, ,and Officer Dustin Seitz. Photo by Lois Mittino Gray

John Orth spent part of Sunday afternoon out riding in his 1957 Ford Thunderbird. The New Harmony car enthusiastic has several beautiful vehicles. Photo by Dave Pearce

Kenzie Schmitt was the oﬃcial money collector at their yard sale on Saturday morning in Poseyville during the annual TownWide Yard Sale. The threat of early morning showers didn’t thwart the public’s desire to ﬁnd the latest treasure. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

WMI Artifact Under Exam by Ryan Rokicki In March 2021, both the North Posey Junior High and High the Working Men’s School guidance counselors and placed flyers Institute in cooperation in both locations. The group has grown to four with the Friends of the dedicated and enthusiastic young women. Wo r k i n g This group, styled “The Men’s Institute Sunshine Club,” has met every established the annual Lena Feiner Saturday at noon since the Memorial Research Grant for beginning of April. They were Women’s Studies to honor the all asked meaningful questions lifetime efforts and achievements that pertain to current of Arlene “Lena” Feiner. This situations impacting teenage grant was made possible by the girls. The girls have a common generosity of the Efroymson bond and are doing remarkable Family Fund. Karen Nelson Moser things for the New Harmony was the 2021 recipient of the grant. community and surrounding Over the course of the past year area. These young women are Lena Feiner Moser has focused her research forging a path for a brighter on women’s suffrage. She has future. scoured several sources in the Moser, along with the WMI’s collection such as letters current members of The of the Minerva Society founder Sunshine Club, will be giving Constance Owen Fauntleroy, the a lecture titled “Teenage letters of the society’s youngest Girls Then and Now: From member Rosamond Dale Owen, the Minerva Society to the several books of various titles, Sunshine Club” here at the Minerva Society Records, WMI Thursday May 12, 2022 Women’s Library Club records, at 6:30 p.m. New Harmony newspapers Upcoming at the WMI: Karen Nelson Moser spanning 1905 to 1920 as well as May 11, at 6:30 p.m. Kent external sources that connected New Harmony Schuette will speak about the Blaffer Foundation to the larger suffrage movement. Her goal was for our Know Your Community Lecture Series. to fire a path between the past and the future to May 17, at 7 p.m. Presentation by stone inspire today’s young women. carver Nick Benson, artist in residence for the Karen developed a community outreach to Blaffer Foundation’s A.I.R. program. local teenage girls to gain some perspective May 18, at 6:30 p.m. Rod Clark’s “The World of modern-day issues and to recreate the spirit of Whiskey.” Part of the Friends of the WMI of the Minerva Society. She joined forces with Lecture Series local teenage girls Ashlynn DeLap and Ella May 25, at 6:30 p.m. A special lecture by Galvin to get the word out that she was looking Nathan Maudlin “Utah Beach and the D-Day for members for this new club. She contacted Invasion”

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Viking Pride This week’s article features junior Jacob Downey. Jacob plays a key role in the robotics team as the head programmer for the robot. The team, coached by Mr. Michael MacMunn, had a very successful season. Here is more about Jacob: Tell me about yourself. My name is Jacob Downey. I am 17 years old and am a junior in high school. I participate in many extracurricular activities in school. This includes robotics, track and field, and tennis. I also like to play disc golf and build computers. How long have you been in the activity? I have been doing robotics since the 7th grade and have done it throughout high school. Tell me about your role, responsibilities, and/or involvement in this activity. I am the lead programmer for the team. My current goal is to teach the younger students to program the robot, so they are prepared for when I leave. Throughout the year, I programmed the robot to go through the given course and started switching over the program to the java language. What do you enjoy most about the activity?

Jacob Downey I enjoy the teamwork and reliability of other members to be able to reach the goal the most. What keeps you interested and involved in your activity? The coach Mr. MacMunn plays a big part in my involvement with the team. The challenge for the robot changes every year as well, keeping it interesting. What other activities are you involved in? I play tennis and do field events for track. Tell me about your family. My father is Matthew Downey, and he works for Mead Johnson in the maintenance department. My mother is Kristy Downey, and she runs her travel agent business

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Bobcat Strong MVP Downey Destinations. I have two siblings; Kyle Downey is my twin, and Katlyn Downey is my older sister. What do you enjoy doing (out of school activities and/ or for fun) during your free time? I enjoy building and working with computers, disc golf, and I play pool (billiards). What advice would you share with younger elementary or middle school students? If you like something, never give up on it, even if you’re not good yet. What is a fun fact about you that people may not know? I’m double-jointed in both thumbs. I am also terrible at bowling. What is your favorite quote and why? “I’d like to live like a poor man—only with lots of money.”-Pablo Picasso I like that quote because I do not want to be poor, and it is funny. It is evident that Jacob Downey never gave up on his passion for robotics. He represents the determination and zest for life that every Viking should try to obtain. Great job to Jacob and the rest of the robotics team for their hard work this season.

Bobcat Strong MVP of the month is Lida Isham. Lida is sponsored by The Golden Rose of New Harmony, Indiana. Reasons for nomination: - respectful - strong academics and work ethic - leadership qualities - caring - well rounded student - insightful - reflective - authentic and genuine She was nominated and voted on by our MVJHS staff as our outstanding kindness MVP

Lida Isham and Addie Robinson from The Golden Rose.

APL News Continuing event - Walk to Mordor Challenge - One does not simply walk into Mordor, but maybe we all can. Can our community collectively walk the distance from the Shire to Mount Doom? Put on your walking shoes (or tidy up your hobbit toes) and walk, recording the amount of miles you go each time you venture out. Log your miles on the Beanstack app or website, and each mile walked will earn a chance to win one of three $50 gift cards (to either Amazon, Barnes and Noble, or Academy Sports). Register between March 25 and May 31, at alexandrianpl.beanstack.com or via the Beanstack app to participate. May 10 at 10 a.m. - Tech 101 with Kristen Lowry - Kristen Lowry of Purdue Extension will discuss tech skills you need. If you have a device, bring it with you. She will be focusing on iphones. We will be meeting in the Ohio room. May 10 at 3:30 p.m. - Teen Anime Club Come hang out in the Ohio Room at the library, try Japanese snacks, maybe do some crafts or draw, and watch anime with us. No registration required. For grades six-12. If you can’t make it right at 3:30, it’s okay. Join us whenever and hang out as long as you want. May 10 at 6 p.m. - Novels at Night - Join us for a discussion of “Malibu Rising” by Taylor Jenkins Reid at Tequilla’s. Walk-ins welcome. May 12, 19 and 26 at 10 a.m. - Adult Drawing and Watercolor Workshops - This free series is for anyone wishing to learn or perfect skills in drawing or watercolor. There are still several seats available. We will be meeting in the Ohio/Wabash room for these workshops. If you have questions or would like to take part call 812-838-3286. Must provide your own art supplies for this program. May 17 at 3:30 p.m. - Hack that Painting Turn an old thrift store painting into something new and fun. Paintings, paint and brushes will

be provided. For grades six-12. Registration is now open. May 18 at 6 p.m. - Concert: Andy and Judy - Join us for a delightful concert by Andy and Judy. The duo will perform original songs in many diﬀerent styles, such as traditional Folk, roots music, country swing or bluegrass. They invite the audience to participate by singing along, clapping or stomping to our original tunes. As contemporary folk singer/songwriters, they tell stories through their songs - many of which are based on historical events, times or places. All ages welcome. No registration required. May 20 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. - BINGO Adults and teens are welcome to join us for coﬀee and bingo. No registration required, and prizes will be awarded. May 23 at 10 a.m. - Adult DIY Craft-Wood block candleholders (pair) - Make a pair of wood-block designed candleholders, just in time for outdoor activities. Registration begins May 1. May 25 at 6 p.m. - Dungeons & Dragons Join us in our meeting room for a game of Dungeons & Dragons. Bring character sheets and dice if you have them. For those in Grades six to 12. Registration is open. May 30 - Library will be closed all day. May 31 from 3 to 7 p.m. - Summer Reading Challenge Preview-Waves of Watercolor - Join us for our Summer Reading Challenge preview, “Waves of Watercolor.” Pre-register for SRC, get a free book, and stay for a craft. Create mini canvas watercolor paintings to either take home or leave to be displayed publicly in the library during the SRC. There will be washable watercolor paints and markers for kids, and watercolors for adults. You can also pre-register online via the Beanstack Tracker app, or on the Beanstack website at alexandrianpl.beanstack.com. The challenge begins June 1.

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Mount Vernon FFA annual flower sale on Friday. Pictured holding some of the flowers for sale are front row l to r: Taetum Clement, Samantha McCutchan, Trinity Clement. Second row l to r: Carlton Redman, John Straystar, Cade Pierce, and Dillan Ethridge. Photo by Sally Denning

O’Brien Chairman of HFCU Board Heritage Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce that during the annual meeting Yvette LaPlante and Dr. Rebecca Herman were elected new directors to the board. Yvette previously served as an associate board member. George Barnett was also re-elected. Tim O’Brien has served on Heritage Federal Credit Union’s Board of Directors since 2019 and was elected Chairman of the Board. Prior to that, O’Brien served as the Board Treasurer. “It’s an absolute honor to serve as Chairman of the Board at Heritage Federal Credit Union. We are committed to being a trusted financial partner to our mem-

bers and to the communities we serve. I take great pride in serving as a member advocate who is dedicated to taking the credit union to the next level while making every decision with the best interests of our members in mind. Heritage Federal Credit Union is well positioned strategically and financially to ensure that we will continue to serve our membership effectively and to help our members prosper, for many years to come. I look forward to what we will accomplish together in 2022,” says O’Brien. “I am confident that O’Brien will serve as a dynamic board chairman. Throughout O’Brien’s time

on the board, he helped inspire innovation and growth,” says David Milligan, CEO of Heritage Federal Credit Union. Dr. Brian McGuire was named First Vice-Chair and Yvette LaPlante was named Second Vice-Chair. Ed Hemmersbach was named Board Treasurer and Steve Crow was named Board Secretary. “Heritage has been on an exciting journey for the past several years focused on growth, innovation, and technological advances. I am thrilled about the future of Heritage and the support the Board of Directors has shown,” says Tony Aylsworth, President of Heritage.

Friends of WMI present ‘The World of Whiskey’ Special to the News The Friends of the Working Men’s Institute presents the first lecture in their 2022 Lecture Series which features Rod Clark. He will speak at the Working Men’s Institute (WMI) in New Harmony on Wednesday, May 18 at 6:30 p.m. Whiskey has a long and storied history that makes it one of the hottest segments of the beverage markets today. Clark will explore some of that history, discuss what makes “whiskey” whiskey (as opposed to other distilled spirits), and explain the special characteristics of the famous whiskey segments. You will learn the difference be-

tween bourbon, scotch, rye, and other whiskey categories. Clark’s love of whiskey led him to form Rod Clark’s Whiskey Adventure (awhiskeyexperience.com) after his corporate retirement from CGB Enterprises in 2017. CGB was a major supplier of grains to the bourbon industry. Clark is a graduate of Louisville’s Moonshine University where master distillers from across the industry learn the craft of distillation and all things concerning the whiskey industry. He has traveled extensively in Scotland and “bourbon country” visiting a host of distilleries.

Posey County girls age 8 to 20 may now register for the 2022 Posey County Princess, Duchess, Miss Teen Posey County, and Miss Posey County Pageants. Registration will be open through May 31, 2022. https://forms.gle/sGp96qmjaGEUcPqY6 - We will be posting an informational video about our Pageant Program in the next couple of weeks. In the meantime, if you have questions, please contact pocoroyaltypageants@gmail.com *Registration for Little Miss, Tiny Miss, and Beautiful Baby contest will be posted in the weeks to come.*

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Poseyville man gets ‘gift of a lifetime’ with honor flight By Lois Mittino Gray On April 23, one month before his 84th birthday on May 23, Poseyville resident John Matsel received a free gift he has been waiting to open for years. He was able to show his daughter, Vicki Matsel Daws, the sights of Washington D.C. that he and her mother visited in the 1960’s together. Vicki was his guardian accompanying him as they flew into Reagan Airport that sunny day on the Twelfth Honor Flight of Southern Indiana. “We were treated wonderful on this trip. When I came home after Vietnam, there was not a warm welcome. Some veterans at Bethsaida had eggs thrown at them and were spit upon as they returned to our country. Being able to do this with so many other veterans gave us pride and brought closure to many people from the Vietnam Era,” he reflected. “The fellowship was great the entire time talking with everyone and reminiscing.” Two Honor Flights are taken per year in the spring and fall. The exception was 2020-2021 due to COVID concerns. This spring, 85 veterans and their guardians attended the event. They all met each other two days before leaving at a gala dinner at the Old Coliseum. They were gifted with large cardboard posters of their service picture to use in photographs taken at the war memorials. “It’s quite a bit to organize so many with the plane and buses for 85 veterans ranging in age from 80 to 97 years old and their guardians. We charter one direct flight to Reagan for all of them and leave Evansville early in the morning around 6 a.m. We have a medical staff with us and fill four motor coaches,” explained

John Matsel, with daughter Vicki Matsel Daws, is welcomed back home by the “kissing hand” girls at the airport. Diane Shaw, Vice-President betical order. I saw a lady again. It was so important to back then. Vicki’s mother of Honor Flight of Southern working and told her his me for her to see the Lincoln died when she was only two Indiana and Media Director. name was Earl Houck Jr. Memorial and Washington years old. I am so grateful She said the flight is entirely and he was killed in 1969. Monument and other places to show them to her,” he refree for the veterans, but the She looked it up and took me that her mother and I saw marked with an emotional guardians pay $500 to offset directly to it. I thought about the cost of renting the huge him a lot while seeing it. He plane. was a good football player in “After a bit of a problem school and was on his secwith the buses, our first stop ond tour of duty at the time,” was the World War II Me- he recalled. “He’s buried in morial. I think we were one the Poseyville Cemetery.” of 15 other Honor Flights The statues which enthere that day and it was hance the Vietnam Memothrilling! While there, the rial site evoked strong emostaff took a group picture of tions in the veteran. “There all of us and individual ones is one which has three miliof each one of us with our tary veterans looking across poster by the Indiana marker the grass at the Wall. Anothin the Memorial. Then it was er is a tribute to the women on to what I waited for-- the who helped treat the injured. Vietnam Memorial,” John I was deeply touched by Matsel said. both of these.” John was delighted to find The pair was able to go the name of his Poseyville inside the Lincoln Memorial friend on the Wall. “At first, and that moment was very I was lost trying to find it. special to John. “It was wonThere were so many names derful having my daughter and they are not in alpha- with me to experience it

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catch in his throat. Afterwards, the buses drove by sights, such as the White House and Capital, the Washington and Korean Monuments and the Jefferson Memorial so participants could see them out the windows on their way to Arlington National Cemetery. “I loved the Changing of the Guard Ceremony and their walking movements and told Vicki all about it. I saw it in the 1960’s when my wife and I visited the D.C. area and it has not changed in formality.” While there, several school teachers had their students come up and greet and shake hands with the veterans which was fun for John. Vicki really enjoyed time spent with an aged World War II veteran. “He was so sweet and we talked with him a lot that day,” she remembered. The last stop of the day was the new Air Force Memorial. “That was really impressive. It is 60 foot tall and sits on a big hill that overlooks all of D.C.” John recounted. Upon their arrival back to Evansville around 9 p.m. a Hero’s Welcome Parade” met them at the airport gates. John emphasized he was grateful to be able to take the trip at all. In January 2019, a strange virus (not COVID) left him totally paralyzed. It took him 15 months of therapy to learn to walk and talk again. “At first when it happened, they asked me what my goal was and I said to walk out of there one day. I did it, too! On April 30, I walked out of the hospital and here I am a year later on the trip!” John was an Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd class Petty Officer in the U.S. Navy (PO3C). He volunteered for service in January, 1961 and did four years active duty and two inactive. He received his honorable discharge in 1967. John, an ordained minister for 42 years, calls himself “semi-retired” at Poseyville Christian Church. A native of Poseyville, he says he grew up there during the Great Depression. He has been married 42 years to his second wife, Sharon. Their children are Vicki, and Robert Renfro, Donna Renfro and Amy Renfro Hill. “I want to thank everybody who made this happen for me. I am so humbled,” John Matsel gratefully said. Diane Shaw said there is a waiting list for veterans in the area who would like to go on an Honor Flight. The fall one is scheduled for October 29. “We are always accepting applications. Interested persons can follow us on our Facebook Page to see what we are doing or go to our website at honorflightsi. org,” she urged. “It’s a wonderful day for all.”

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Elpers walk-off single helps Vikings beat Wildcats 5-4 innings of this game not allowing a run. During the bottom of the seventh inning, Ethan Mansfield hit a single that scored Clay Douglas to tie the game at 4-4 and left Adyn Collins on second base. Jake Will came to the plate and singled to move Collins to third base. Alec Elpers hit a walk-off single to score Collins and the Vikings won 5-4. Harold Bender was named the winning pitcher. Bender threw two innings giving Hayden Huss gets low to make a play on the inﬁeld dur- up no hits or runs with three ing action this week. Hayden had a grand slam home run strikeouts. Clay Douglas against North Posey but the Vikings battled back to take started the game and went the 5-4 win. Photo by Garry Beeson five innings, surrenderCollins for the game winning ing five hits, four runs, two By Chris Morlan The Mount Vernon Wild- run and gave the Vikings a walks with ten strikeouts. cats traveled to North Posey 5-4 win. North Posey had 11 hits in North Posey was down 4-0 the game as a team. Alec last Tuesday afternoon for a North versus South base- in the bottom of the second Elpers went three for four North Posey’s Adyn Collins awaits the next oﬀering during recent baseball action at ball battle in Posey County. inning. Alec Elpers started hitting with a triple, two North Posey. Collins was crucial as a pitcher and a hitter in action this week. Photo by At the start of this game, it off the inning with a triple. runs, one stolen base, and Dave Pearce looked like Mount Vernon Easton Luigs drove in Elp- an RBI. Adyn Collins and outs. Mount Vernon had five Collins threw seven innings 1-0 lead. Jake Will was hit was going to dominate this ers on a ground out to make Ethan Mansfield each had hits as a team. Hayden Huss allowing only four hits, no by a pitch to load the bases. game when they scored four the score 4-1 Wildcats. In two hits. Harold Bender, went two for four at the plate runs, two walks with seven Alec Elpers doubled to left runs in the top of the first in- the bottom of the fourth in- Jake Will, Easton Luigs and with a home run, a double strikeouts on 104 pitches. field and scored two more ning with Hayden Huss hit- ning, Easton Luigs smacked Colby Angel each had one and four RBIs. Aidan Wat- This game was scoreless for runs to make the score 3-0 ting a home run. From that a home run to cut the Wild- hit in this matchup. ters also had two hits in the the first five innings. and go on to win the game. point, North Posey slowly cat lead at 4-2. North Posey Taking the loss on the game. In the top of the sixth inAs a team, the Vikings had chipped away at the Mount scored again in the bottom of pitcher’s mound for the North Posey was back in ning, Clay Douglas started five hits. Clay Douglas had Vernon lead. With the score the sixth inning when Colby Wildcats was Payne Healy. action last Wednesday at off with a single. Adyn Col- two hits, while Adyn Collins, tied at 4-4 in the bottom of Angel doubled to score Alec Tyler Brown started the Evansville Central. Viking lins hit a single. Ethan Mans- Ethan Mansfield, and Alec the seventh inning. Alec Elp- Elpers and make the score game and went 5.1 innings, pitcher Adyn Collins threw field stepped to the plate and Elpers each had a hit. For ers singled on a line drive to 4-3. The Vikings shutdown allowing six hits, three runs, a complete game and got hit a single that scored Doug- the season, North Posey has left field that scored Adyn the Wildcats in the final six two walks with two strike- the 3-0 win for North Posey. las and gave North Posey a eight wins and four losses.

Lady Vikings take record of 14-1 entering PAC stretch run

North Posey pitcher Addie Fullop looks to help her own cause during action this week during the win over Southridge. Photo by Dave Pearce By Dave Pearce Raiders 7-2 but made an The Southridge Lady uncharacteristic five errors Raiders have compiled a behind junior pitcher Adpretty good softball record die Fullop to keep the game this season. But then so have close. the North Posey Vikings. The game remained scores When the two met this week until the bottom of the third in a big Pocket Athletic Con- inning when the Vikings ference game, it was teams scored one. They added anof contrasting styles. And other in the bottom of the the game was probably clos- fourth and a final tally in the er than it should have been. bottom of the fifth. The Lady Vikings built It was obvious from the a 3-0 lead heading into the start that the Vikings were final two innings and then going to have to hold off held on for a 3-2 win. The and wait for a good pitch to Vikings outhit the Lady hit as pitcher Emily Fergu-

son had good command of her pitches and she threw a lot of strikes, giving up only one walk in the seveninning contest. But the Lady Vikings had been playing teams whose pitchers threw the ball much harder so their timing was off and they were out ahead of most of Ferguson’s offerings. But it was effective. It would be Fullop who excelled not only on the mound but also at the plate as she was the only North Posey batter to have multiple hits against the Raiders. However, the RBIs were well distributed as Lauren Kihn’s fly ball accounted for one of the Viking runs while Sybil Renshaw and Maddy Olander each had an RBI on hits. Orlander’s double scored a run and Alyssa Heath accounted for the only walk to be surrendered. Jenna Wehmer, continued her hot streak at the plat with a single as did the team’s leading hitter Erin Hoehn. Heath also contributed a single. The game was quick, finishing in just a little over an hour as neither team could string much together. And although Ferguson’s pitches were not the kind the Vikings liked to see, they had to swing as most of her pitches were in the strike zone. The Vikings continually got un-

der the pitches which meant a good number of fly balls into the outfield. But on Saturday, the Lady Vikings took out any frustrations they may have had coming out of the Southridge game and walloped hapless Tell City for a fiveinning score of 20-0. In the top of the first inning, the Lady Vikings put 12 runs on the board and the Lady Marksmen were subdued. The story of this game centered around junior Erin Hoehn who, besides striking out 14 batters in a five inning game, finished 5-for5 with a grand slam home

run, a three-run homer and three other hits, finishing with nine RBIs on the day. Lead-off hitter Lauren Kihn had a hit, three walks, scored four times, and had a pair of RBIs for the Lady Vikings. Sophie Scheller, Fullop, Heath, and Ashton Elpers all reached base after being hit by a pitch. The Vikings won every statistical category as Kihn, Haley Lowe, Fullop, Morgan Lavanchy all had stolen bases and Elpers had a pair. The score could have been even more one-sided as the Vikings left 10 runners on base. Besides Hoehn’s five

hits, Renshaw finished with two while Kihn, Lavanchy, Wehmer, Heath, Olander, and Elpers all had hits. The Vikings finished with 13 hits and 17 RBIs. The Vikings will return to action on Tuesday when they will face 12-3 Pike Central at home. The Charges are 6-1 in the PAC and have won seven straight games. The Lady Vikes will host another big PAC game on Thursday in perennial area power Boonville. They will host Wood Memorial on Friday. The Tuesday and Thursday games are slated to begin at 5 while the Wood game is set for 5:30.

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Lady Wildcat softball has stellar week with pair of wins to pull ahead. Juniors Kaylen Salee and Mallory Mason had two hits each. Sophomore Hannah West had two hits and two RBIs. Mason also had a pair of RBIs. Salee got the win on the mound and allowed just two hits in seven innings of work. She struck out eight. Mount Vernon’s offense picked up right where it left off on Wednesday. The Lady Wildcats took a 1-0 lead in the second inning, but a nine-run third inning closed the door on a possible Princeton comeback. The Cats added three more runs in the fourth and fifth innings. Mount Vernon wracked up 15 hits in the Mount Vernon’s Bailey Cox gets in front of this ground- contest. er to come up with an out during a successful softball Junior Bailey Cox led the week. Photo by Garry Beeson Cats at the plate with a perfect 4-4 performance. SophBy Trisha L. Lopez an early 1-0 lead in the first omore Raycee Stallings and Mount Vernon softball inning, but Memorial came West had three hits each. added two wins last week, right back in the second and Mallory Mason and sophodefeating Evansville Memo- tied the game. Mount Ver- more Taylor Mason had two rial 7-3 at home on Monday non added four unanswered hits each. Stallings had three and Princeton 13-1 on the runs in the third and fourth RBIs. West, Taylor Mason road on Tuesday. innings to extend its lead. and junior Cherish Anderson The Lady Wildcats scored Memorial battled back in the had two RBIs each. early and often at home on seventh, but couldn’t come Salee earned her secTuesday. They jumped out to up with the hits they needed ond win of the week on the

Mount Vernon High School’s three seniors were honored this week for their final season as Wildcats. Pictured left to right are Peyton Egan, Baylee Rhoads, Coach Kasey Spindler and Destiny Morgan. Photo by Garry Beeson mound. She allowed one run on five hits and struck out five. The Cats fell on the road at Pike Central, 2-1 on Saturday. Mount Vernon took a 1-0 lead in the first inning and held the Lady Chargers at bay until the bottom of the sixth when Pike Central drove in two runs to pull ahead. Mount Vernon outhit Pike Central 6-4 on the

day, but couldn’t find the hits needed to retake the lead in the seventh. The Wildcats were scheduled to face Mount Carmel (Ill.) on Thursday and Mater Dei on Friday, but Mother Nature had other plans and the Cats’ games were postponed due to rain. The Lady Wildcats junior varsity squad bested Evansville Memorial 13-2 on Monday.

Lilly Sizemore, Abbi Miller, Kyra Rainey, Andrea Rutledge, Hannah West and LaRissa White led the Cats at the plate. West hit her first homerun of the season. Mount Vernon will be back in action tonight at home against Madisonville North Hopkins (Ky.). They will host Vincennes Lincoln on Thursday and travel to Mount Carmel (Ill.) on Friday.

Wildcats get early sectional preview in narrow loss to Tigers

Mount Vernon Wildcat freshman Jack Campbell got the nod for his first varsity start against Evansville Memorial this week. The Wildcats came up just short but will have another chance when sectional action rolls around. Mount Vernon drew Memorial in the opening round. Photo by Garry Beeson

By Trisha L. Lopez In a preview of the opening round of the baseball sectional, the Wildcats hosted Evansville Memorial on Saturday. Mount Vernon took an early lead, but couldn’t hang on and fell 6-5 to the Tigers. It was a battle of the freshmen hurlers for both squads, with Mount Vernon’s Jack Campbell and Nathan Howard and Memorial’s Matthew Fisher toeing the rubber for the majority of the contest. Campbell, in his first varsity start on the mound, and the Wildcats made quick work of the Tigers in the first inning of play. Senior Josh Russell flew out to Mount Vernon junior Payne Healy in right field and sophomore Charlie Gries was retired after a bunt back to Campbell. Healy made a sliding catch on a fly ball hit by senior Adam Evans in foul territory in shallow right field to retire the side. Junior Aidan Watters led things off for the Cats with a single down the third base line and senior Tyler Brown was hit by a pitch. Fisher struck out Healy, leaving Mount Vernon with runners at first and second with one out for senior Hayden Huss. Huss, who leads the Cats in hits, RBIs, doubles and home runs, smacked a sharp line drive into left field to score Watters and Brown and put Mount Vernon on the board. Fisher recovered quickly, and struck out two of the next three Mount Vernon batters to end the inning. Campbell and the Cats held Memorial scoreless again in the second, but couldn’t gain any ground on offense. Fisher struck out two of the four batters he faced and the Wildcats walked away empty handed. Memorial’s offense came alive in the third inning. Junior Nick Wangler drew a walk and freshman Simon Schulz was hit by a pitch. Both scored on a single up the middle by senior Josh Russell. Schulz advanced to second base on a wild pitch thrown to Gries. Gries moved Schulz to third base on a deep fly out to right field. A single to left center by Evans drove in Schulz to give Memorial a 3-2 lead. Campbell had a 1-1 count on sophomore Thomas Lynch when a pick off attempt to first base led to a run down with Evans who was tagged out for the second out of the inning. Lynch hit a rope to left field for a double. Senior Sam Dehner was hit by a pitch and junior Caleb Ellspermann drew a walk, setting up sophomore Clark Gries with bases loaded and two outs. Gries hit a ground ball back to Campbell, retiring the side. Healy struck out to start the bottom of the third inning for the Wildcats. Huss was walked and sophomore Camaro Crawford was sent in to pinch run. Crawford advanced to second base on a wild pitch to Senior Keaton Kern. Kern hit a ground ball to the third baseman who tagged out Crawford trying to advance to third on a fielder’s choice. Kern was later caught trying to steal second base and the Cats closed out the inning down 3-2. Howard relieved Campbell in the top of the fourth inning and struck out Wangler. Back to back doubles by Schulz and Russell added another run for the Tigers. Howard got a ground out and a fly out to go into the bottom of the fourth down 4-2. Campbell led off the side with a double to deep left field. Sophomore Josh Shumate flew out to center and junior Zayne

Lindauer struck out. Sophomore Kyle Holder hit a single up the middle, scoring Campbell, but was thrown out trying to stretch it to a double. Memorial took advantage of Wildcat errors and added a pair of runs in the top of the fifth, stretching their lead, 6-3. Mount Vernon battled in the fifth. Watters kicked things off with a walk and Brown was hit by a pitch. Howard, hitting for Healy, flew out to center field and Huss flew out to left field. A double by Kern scored Watters and Brown. Campbell struck out, ending the Wildcats comeback efforts. A scoreless top of the sixth inning put Mount Vernon in prime position to make a move, but a pair of flyouts and a strikeout shut out the Cats once again. Healy took the mound for Mount Vernon in the top of the seventh and held Memorial at bay. Watters kicked off the seventh with a double down the first base line. A single by Brown gave Mount Vernon runners at the corners with no outs and the team’s leading home run threats in Healy and Huss next in the lineup. Memorial made a pitching change and brought in Clark Gries to try to close out the game. Gries struck out Healy and Huss. Kern flew out to right field, ending the game. Wildcats coach Paul Quinzer said he thinks Saturday’s performance should give his squad confidence as the regular season winds down over the next two weeks, but he said more work is needed in order to have postseason success. “It gives us a better idea about Memorial has and what we are capable of. I think the boys feel like ‘Yeah, we can play with them’ and that’s good,” Quinzer said. “We, ourselves, have a whole lot of things that we have to work on to be competitive in the sectional. We are striking out too much. We had 11 Ks today. I mean, there’s 21 outs and we strike out 11 times…that sure makes it easy for the other team. We’ve got to get that squared away. We gave several bases away today with walks, or they are getting on base and they are going to second because we are not holding on to the ball in the catching position. We’ve just got to shore up. We’ve got to get a little better, a little tougher.” Quinzer said he is pleased by the work he saw from his pitchers. “We’ve found another pitcher. Jack’s thrown twice this week for us and thrown really well. The other freshman boy, Howard, he threw the ball well enough. I’m pretty happy with how those guys have gotten better and improved. So I’m pretty happy. We’re getting there,” Quinzer said. Watters led Mount Vernon at the plate with two of the team’s six hits. Campbell took the loss on the mound and gave up three runs on three hits. Mount Vernon fell on the road at Castle on Wednesday, 9-1. Healy led the offense with two hits and an RBI. Campbell and Huss had one hit each. Holder took the loss on the mound and surrendered seven runs on 11 hits in three and a third innings of work. The Wildcats (4-12 overall, 2-5 in the PAC) are back in action at home tonight against Tecumseh.They travel to Southridge on Thursday and host Heritage Hills and Tell City on Saturday.

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Lady Viking tennis hits four-match slump to start week By Chris Morlan The North Posey girls’ tennis team had a rough week. On Monday, the Lady Vikings lost a close match to Heritage Hills 3-2. Last Tuesday, North Posey lost another close competition to Evansville Christian 3-2. Then on Wednesday, the Lady Vikings were swept by Forest Park 5-0. On Thursday, North Posey played against Gibson Southern and lost 4-1. For the season, North Posey is now 4-11 and 3-6 in the Pocket Athletic Conference. Heritage Hills 3, North Posey 2: The Lady Vikings fell in a close battle on the road against Heritage Hills 3-2. For the One Singles match, Sydni Flowers (NP) defeated Liz Gelhausen (HH) in two sets 6-0, 6-0. In the Two Singles match, Kennedy Tate (HH) beat Grace Cullman (NP) in two sets 6-0, 6-1. Philea Fischer (HH) won the Three Singles match over Kaity Oakley (NP) in three sets 4-6, 7-5, 6-3. Kiersten Gogel/Olivia Stjernstrom (HH) beat Meaghan Pearl/Alexa Simmons (NP) in two sets 6-4, 6-0 of the One Doubles. Kennedy Gauer/Rachel Newman (NP) defeated Emma Jacob/Kyra Campbell (HH) in the Two Doubles match

6-0, 6-0. Evansville Christian 3, North Posey 2: Last Tuesday afternoon, North Posey played at Evansville Christian and lost another close match 3-2. Madison Smith (EC) beat Sydni Flowers (NP) 6-0, 6-1 in the One Singles match. For the Two Singles match, Briley Neikirk (EC) won over Julianne Pardon (NP) in two sets 6-2, 6-2. Ellie Carlson (NP) defeated Adrianna Marx (EC) in two sets 6-4, 6-0 of the Three Singles match. Madison Lucas/Chloe Riecken (EC) won the One Doubles match over Rachel Newman/Kennedy Gauer (NP) in three sets 5-7, 6-4, 6-2. In the Two Doubles match, Meaghan Pearl/ Alexa Simmons (NP) beat Kate Cashmer/Emerson Hammett (EC) in two sets 6-3, 6-1. Forest Park 5, North Posey 0: The Lady Vikings played at home last Wednesday against the Forest Park Lady Rangers. This matchup was controlled by the Lady Rangers sweeping the Lady Vikings 5-0. In the One Singles match, Brooke Haug (FP) defeated Sydni Flowers (NP) in two sets 6-2, 6-0. For the Two Singles match, Kenzie Shulz (FP) beat Grace Cullman (NP) in two sets 6-1, 6-0. Kaylee Berg (FP) won the Three

Singles match over Julianne Pardon (NP) in two sets 6-6 (1), 6-2. In the One Doubles match, Payton Dilger/Emma Grundhoefer (FP) beat Rachel Newman/Kennedy Gauer (NP) in two sets 6-4, 6-6 (3). Amy Wahl/Avari Schneider (FP) won the Two Doubles match over Meaghan Pearl/Alexa Simmons (NP) in two sets 6-2, 6-4. Gibson Southern 4, North Posey 1: The Lady Vikings went to Gibson Southern last Thursday for a conference matchup. Gibson Southern took over and beat North Posey 4-1. Sydni Flowers (NP) defeated Gracia Jones (GS) in three sets of the One Singles match 0-6, 6-4, 6-2. In the Two Singles match, Helen Kiesel (GS) beat Grace Cullman (NP) in two sets 6-0, 6-0. For the Three Singles match, Sydney Purcell (GS) won over Julianne Pardon (NP) in two sets 6-0, 6-0. One Doubles match, Lillie Booth/Lilly Schmitt (GS) beat Rachel Newman/Kennedy Gauer (NP) in two sets 6-0, 6-0. In the Two doubles match, Maura Kluesner/Emilee Bullock (GS) defeated Ellie Carlson/Alexa Simmons (NP) in two sets 6-2, 1-6.

Reserve Wildcats working on building foundation with wins By Trisha L. Lopez Mount Vernon’s junior varsity baseball squad added a pair of wins last week, defeating Heritage Hills on the road 7-2 on Tuesday and Evansville Christian 11-1 at home on Wednesday.

Sophomore Zarek Seidensticker led the Cats at the plate against the Patriots with two hits and an RBI. Freshman Blake Banks had one hit and an RBI. Sophomores Conner Stevens and Rees Lyons and freshman Winston Howell had one hit each.

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Freshman Grant Hathaway surrendered no runs on three hits with two strikeouts in four innings of work on the mound. Freshman Masyn Dye went two innings and gave up two runs on two hits with one strikeout in two innings in relief. Seidensticker gave up no runs on one hit with three strikeouts in one inning on the mound. The Wildcats had 11 hits in Wednesday’s dominant home win against the Eagles. Sophomore Ryan Kelley and Stevens started things off for the Wildcats with back to back singles. Howell drew a walk, loading the bases. Seidensticker flew out to left field, but a rope line drive to left field by Nathan Howard scored Kelley. A single to right center by freshman Grant Hathaway scored Howell and Howard. Banks reached on an error by the center fielder and drove in two more Wildcat runs. Lyons singled to right field. Stevens drove in two more to give Mount Vernon a 7-0 lead, before Evansville Christian could retire the side. Stevens got the start on the mound and kept the Eagles off balance throughout the contest, striking out 10. The right hander struck out

the side in the second inning. Mount Vernon tacked on four extra runs in the second inning. Stevens led the Cats at the plate with three hits and three RBIs. Lyons also had three hits. Kelley had two hits. Howard had one hit and one RBI. Hathaway had one hit and two RBIs. Freshman Camaro Crawford had one hit. Mount Vernon fell to Evansville Harrison 7-2 at home on Saturday. The Wildcats fell behind 1-0 in the second inning, but battled back in the fourth to take a 2-0 lead. Mount Vernon couldn’t contain the Warriors offense and surrendered six unanswered runs in the last three innings of the game. Howell, Hathaway and Banks had one hit each. Sophomore Josh Shumate had one RBI. Sophomore Adam Burke took the loss on the mound for the Cats. Burke gave up four runs on three hits with three walks and three strikeouts in three innings of work. Stevens, who started the game for Mount Vernon, gave up one run on no hits with four strikeouts in three innings. Hathaway came in to pitch in the seventh inning and gave up two runs on four hits.

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By Trisha L. Lopez The Lady Wildcats tennis team defeated conference rival Boonville on the road on Monday, 4-1. Lauren Boeke cruised to a 6-1, 6-1 victory over Lillie Redmon in No. 1 Singles action. In No. 2 Singles, Lily Denning defeated Katelyn Day, 6-2, 6-3. Sadie Redman earned a win in No. 3 Singles over Danica Wesselman, 6-2, 6-2.

Grace Lueder and Lily Tenbarge battled, but fell in No. 1 Doubles to Bender/Hurt, 6-4, 6-3. Alison Gansman and Grace Tenbarge bested Johns/Blackford in No. 2 Doubles, 6-3, 7-6(4). Reilly Schelhorn fell to Ashlyn Bass, 6-2 in junior varsity action. Mount Vernon will travel to Castle tonight. They host Tecumseh on Thursday and travel to Evansville Bosse on Friday.

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Lady Viking track struggles at Gibson-Posey TF Invitational By Chris Morlan The North Posey girls track team competed in the Second Annual Gibson-Posey Track and Field Invitational last Tuesday evening at Gibson Southern High School.

North Posey went against some very tough schools at this meet. In the team scores, North Posey placed fifth with 17 points. Placing in the top three of their race or event for the

PAC Conference Champions in the 3200-meter relay with a new PAC Conference and MVJHS school record time of 9:16.2 are Bryce Clowers, Ryder Snodgrass, Logan Clowers, and Carter Zieren.

Lady Vikings were Lyndsey Gentil in the high jump finishing third. The 4 x 100-meter relay team of Aubrey Glaser, Abby Rittichier, Abby Hessler and Romane Leleu placed third. Placing third in the 4 x 400-meter relay were Hessler, Audrey Hirsch, Aubrey Brandenstein and Reagan Koester. Team Scores: Princeton 145, Gibson Southern 112, Mount Vernon 28, Wood Memorial 28, North Posey 17 Placing for North Posey: SHOT PUT: 5. C. Helfert 27’2.75; HIGH JUMP: 3. L. Gentil 4’10; 4x800-Meter Relay: 4. North Posey (O. Esche, J. Freeman, A. Hirsch, R. Koester) 12:13; 1600-METER RUN: 6. O. Esche 6:24; 4x100-Meter Relay: 3. North Posey (A. Glaser, A. Rittichier, A. Hessler, R. Leleu) 58.60; 800-Meter Run: 6. R. Koester 2:46; 4x400-Meter Relay: 3. North Posey (A. Hessler, A. Hirsch, A. Brandenstein, R. Koester) 4:49. On a very nice day to have a track meet. North Posey competed in a dual meet last Monday afternoon at South Spencer. The Lady Vikings placed in twelve of the sixteen events in this meet. South Spencer had twelve first place finishes to beat North Posey 73-45. Winning their race or event for the Lady Vikings were Abby Rittichier in the 100-meter Hurdles, followed by Olivia Esche in the 3200-meter run, Lyndsey Gentil in the high jump and the 4 x 400-meter relay team of Abby Hessler, Audrey Hirsch, Aubrey Brandenstein and Reagan Koester. Team Scores: South Spencer 73, North Posey 45 Placing for North Posey: 100-METER HURDLES: 1. A. Rittichier; 100-METER DASH: 3. R. Leleu; 1600-METER RUN: 2. O. Esche; 400-METER DASH: 2. L. Commens, 3. A. Brandenstein; 300-METER HURDLES: 2. L. Commens; 800-METER RUN: 2. R. Koester, 3. J. Freeman; 200-METER DASH: 2. A. Rittichier, 3. A. Glaser; 3200-METER RUN: 1. O. Esche; 4x400-METER RELAY: 1. North Posey (A. Hessler, A. Hirsch, A. Brandenstein, R. Koester); HIGH JUMP: 1. L. Gentil, 3. L. Commens; SHOT PUT: 2. C. Helfert; DISCUS: 3. C. Helfert.

NP boys’ track bests South Spencer 80-52 in dual meet By Chris Morlan The Viking boys’ track team received a boost of confidence last Monday afternoon in a dual meet at South Spencer. North Posey had many outstanding performances and defeated the Rebels 80-52. With two-thirds of the meet completed, the score was tied at 41-41. In the final six events, North Posey outscored South Spencer 39-11 down the stretch to win the meet. There were eleven first place finishes by the Viking team. Placing first in their event or race was Troy Droege in the 110-meter and 300-meter hurdles. Gavin Wheeler in the 1600-meter and 3200-meter runs. Robert Peters in the 400-meter dash. Logan Herke in the 800-meter run. Riley Basham won the 200-meter dash and the long jump. Kyle Fifer in the discus and Brayden Bauer in the high jump. Also winning were the 4 x 400-meter relay team of Basham, Droege, Herke and Peters. All in all, it was a great meet for the boys. Going into the upcoming conference meet and the postseason, this was a good morale booster for the team. I look forward to seeing these boys do well in the Pocket Athletic Conference championship and sectional. Team Scores: North Posey 80, South Spencer 52 Placing for North Posey: 110-METER HURDLES: 1. T. Droege, 2. C. Goebel; 100-METER DASH: 2. D. Helfert, 3. B. Bauer; 1600-METER RUN: 1. G. Wheeler; 400-METER DASH: 1. R. Peters 54.39, 3. E. Wilson; 300-METER HURDLES: 1. T. Droege, 2. Z. Pickens; 800-METER RUN: 1. L. Herke; 200-METER DASH: 1. R. Basham, 2. D. Helfert; 3200-METER RUN: 1. G. Wheeler, 2. C. Newcomer, 3. E. Wilson; 4 X 400-METER RELAY: 1. North Posey (R. Basham, T. Droege, L. Herke, R. Peters); DISCUS: 1. K. Fifer, 3. L. Bass; HIGH JUMP: 1. B. Bauer, 3. E. Wilson; LONG JUMP: 1. R. Basham, 3. B. Bauer; SHOT PUT: 2. L. Bass, 3. K. Fifer

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24. Criticize 27. Arms of the sea 29. Belonging to a bottom layer 32. __ Caesar, comedian 34. Licensed health care pro (abbr.) 35. Swiss cottage 36. Cleft lip 39. Loud, unpleasant noise 40. Disﬁgure 43. Kayakers traverse them 44. Authored 46. Small freshwater ﬁshes 47. Macabre poet 49. Carthaginian statesman 51. Principle underlying the universe 54. Common Japanese surname 59. The bill in a restaurant 60. Small constellation 61. Chap 62. Equal 64. One quintillion bytes (abbr.)

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