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SABIC faces penalty, begins to rectify leak issues By Dave Pearce Posey County’s largest employer agreed this week to clean up their act just a bit. SABIC Innovative Plastics US LLC, and its subsidiary, SABIC Innovative Plastics Mount Vernon LLC, have agreed to pay an approximately $1 million civil penalty and improve leak detection and repair practices to settle alleged violations of the Clean Air Act (CAA) at chemical manufacturing facilities in Mount Vernon, Ind., and Burkville, Ala., the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced this week. SABIC employs around 1500 at the Mount Vernon facility alone. “Protecting the environment and preserving our natural resources are important to the communities in which we operate and important to SABIC,” said Shelia Naab of
the local SABIC site. “One hundred percent compliance is our goal with all applicable state and federal regulations and, where possible, we strive to go beyond regulatory compliance to achieve safety and environmental excellence for our employees and community.” Representatives of SABIC Innovative Plastics US LLC, and its subsidiary, SABIC Innovative Plastics Mount Vernon, LLC, signed a consent decree that requires the company to pay a civil penalty totaling $1,012,873 and spend $5.3 million more for equipment upgrades. Emissions of hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) from leaking equipment may cause serious health effects including cancer, reproductive issues and birth defects. This compliance program continues our efforts to control fugitive emissions and
will require SABIC to upgrade its monitoring and maintenance practices to help prevent future violations, said Robert G. Dreher, Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General for the Environment and Natural Resources Division at the Department of Justice. “We continuously strive to minimize our impact on the environment and implement projects to incorporate environmentallyfriendly programs. Several of the manufacturing sites in the US were the subject of routine compliance audits initiated by the EPA in 2005,” Naab said. “The EPA inspections broadly evaluated environmental compliance status, which was found to be very good in most areas. However, they revealed concerns in air compliance programs at two of the sites that we acquired in 2007. The company immediately began to address the
concerns following the inspections and, in addition, implemented further programs to ensure full compliance going forward.” Communities near large industrial facilities depend on EPA to protect public health and the environment by enforcing our nations environmental laws, said Cynthia Giles, Assistant Administrator for EPAs Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance. Today’s settlement with SABIC will reduce the potential for future violations and protect residents in Indiana and Alabama from emissions of hazardous air pollutants. In addition to paying a penalty, SABIC will implement a comprehensive program to reduce emissions of HAPs from leaking equipment such as valves and pumps. The
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Mount Vernon Relay for Life enjoys successful campaign By Pam Robinson The 12-hour format for this year’s Mount Vernon Relay for Life didn’t put a damper on festivities. From 6 p.m. Friday to 6 a.m. Saturday, Relay participants—over 70 cancer survivors supported by 25 fundraising teams—literally lit the night sky with hope for an end to cancer. As Relay co-chair Tiffani Weatherford relates, this year’s luminaria ceremony deeply moved all present. Every Relay participant received a balloon with an LED light inside. Participants released their balloons whenever the featured PowerPoint presentation highlighted their reason for helping with Relay for Life. At the same time, luminaria (paper bags illuminated with glow sticks) encircled the track. The ceremony created a memorable tribute to honor those who wage war against this insidious disease as well as to those who died fighting the battle against cancer. “It was really a tear-jerker,” Weatherford
comments. “We did two dark laps after the release of the balloons as a remembrance of those who have passed.” Earlier in the evening, Melody Oeth was presented the annual Courage Award for her exemplary character in battling cancer. Brittaney Oeth Johnson had written the letter to nominate her mother, the wife of Sheriff Greg Oeth, for the award. Once the formal ceremonies ended, at least 40 Relay participants still possessed the energy to roll with “Zumba after Dark” at 11:30 p.m. followed by a watermelon eating contest and more Zumba. August 31 is the end of this year’s Mount Vernon Relay for Life season. Weatherford says every dollar raised is used to fund research to fight cancer or to support cancer patients in their fight with the disease. Weatherford and Relay chair Marissa Priddis extend heartfelt thanks to everyone for their help. “The support of this community is always amazing,” Weatherford says.
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The 2012 Mount Vernon Relay for Life Courage Award Winner Melody Oeth is flanked by Relay co-chairs Malissa Praddis and Tiffani Weatherford after receiving the award. Photo courtesy of Peg Heckman
Dear Courage Award Committee, My name is Brittaney and in May of 2011 my mom, Melody Oeth was diagnosed with breast cancer. I noticed she had been worrying about something and I will never forget the day she told me that she had found a lump on one of her breast. It did not really affect me at first, because I felt it was not real, surely, it is something that can just be removed, I thought to myself. The tests came back and it was Invasive Ductal Carcinoma. I can remember when it finally hit me; I was left in disbelief, with tears rolling down my face and a running nose. “Oh, my Mom has cancer. My Mom is sick, what will I do if she cannot beat this cancer?!” Those words ran through my mind relentlessly. This could not be happening to my mom, to my family. She decided to have a double mastectomy in July of 2011. December of 2011 she had reconstruction surgery and with the power of prayer and
the great doctors, today she is cancer free! My mom is the toughest and strongest person I know. She hid a lot of emotion and fear to protect my grown sisters and I. My dad has always been extremely busy with his line of work and many of the household responsiblities have always fallen onto my moms shoulders. She has given up a lot over the years to give my sisters and I everything we have ever wanted and raise us into wonderful young ladies. I am now what is considered an adult and starting my own family, but I do not know what I would do without my, “mommy.” My mom has kept such a positive outlook on life through this whole experience. She has not skipped a beat. She goes above and beyond for everyone around her and she more than deserves the 2012 Mt. Vernon Relay for Life Courage Award. Sincerely, Brittaney Johnson
Former River Days, Chamber worker plans to plead guilty to charges By Dave Pearce A Mount Vernon woman is apparently planning to plead guilty to two counts of Class D felony theft and two counts of Class C felony forgery. Sally A Denning, 47, of Mount Vernon, turned herself in at the Posey County Sheriff’s office in August of 2011 following an investigation that was the result of audits of books from the Mount Vernon River Days Association. In mid-April, the acting president, Larry Williams, of the 21st Century Leadership, Ltd., better known as the Mount Vernon River Days, noticed some questionable transactions involving Denning, who was serving as treasurer at the time. Williams then contacted local Certified Public Accountant Ron Bennett requesting that he conduct an audit of the account. Banking account documents were obtained and were forwarded to Bennett, who indicated after the audit that he found approxi-
Sally Denning mately $10,600 in questionable transactions within the account. Williams disclosed the information to Kenneth Rose, an investigator with the Posey County Prosecutor’s office. Williams told Rose that the River Days Executive Board members consisting of himself, Becky Higgins, Judy Whitten, and Kay Kilgore met on May 25, 2011 and the group authorized Williams to file a police report regarding the audit. Williams said back in midApril, Denning was contacted via
email and advised that an audit was going to be performed and she was asked to provide him with all banking records, cancelled checks, list of money donors, check stubs, deposit tickets, etc. Williams said Denning responded that she would provide the records the following weekend. Williams told Rose that he did receive some records but not the required records for conducting an audit. He said he again contacted Denning on April 21 by email advising her that all the required documents had not been provided. Williams told police that Denning responded by saying she provided him with all the documentation that she had. In the same email, she also advised him that she was stepping down as treasurer of River Days, citing she no longer had the time available to fill the position. In turn, Rose conducted several interviews over the next three
months with individuals who had donated money to River Days as well as individuals involved with the Southwestern Indiana Chamber of Commerce, where Denning had previously served as executive vice president. During one of the interviews, Denning told Rose that she was to have received $1,000 a year from the Chamber as a retirement benefit. Denning told Rose that she admitted to falsely filling out additional bogus Chamber checks for $1,000 each, cashing them and keeping the money for herself. She then agreed to meet Rose again the next day to give handwriting examples. When Denning got to the office on August 11, to voluntarily give the handwriting samples, she told Rose that would not be necessary and that she had something to tell him. She proceeded to tell him that she had forged a signature on the retirement checks and had depos-
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ited those checks into her personal account. She continued by telling Rose that there were some other Chamber checks that were actually bogus pay checks made out by her and she kept the money once she cashed those checks. Other irregularities including other checks and several ATM transactions are still under investigation but on August 15, 2011, witnesses Rose, George Morgan, Williams and Bennett were on hand and Posey County Prosecutor Travis Clowers signed the affidavit for probable cause for arrest. The warrant was signed by Judge S. Brent Almon. No plea agreement has been reached with the Posey County Prosecutor’s office so Denning’s attorney Jake Warrum has indicated that the trial date has been vacated and that Denning will plead guilty. The penalty for the Class C felonies is two to eight years while the peanlties for the Class D felonies is six months to two years.
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Customer service has changed but who is to blame? Every once in awhile, I think back to the days when there was such a thing as customer service. There really isn’t such a thing anymore. The choices for the purchase of goods and ser- TRUTH... vices have been narrowed by STRANGER large companies taking over THAN the smaller stores. The sense FICTION of competition no longer exists. You will make the major- BY DAVE ity of your purchases at large PEARCE corporation store A or large corporation store B so even if they treat you like crap, they still have a 50-50 chance that you will buy from them. This column was brought on by two things. First, I went back to put flowers on the graves of my parents for Memorial Day and can remember when our town of 800 had two or three grocery stores (one had clothing and shoes, too), a barber shop, two or three insurance companies, three or four gas stations, a drug store, three or four restaurants, a
lumber company, and jobs for all the people working at these places. As I drove through my little hometown on Memorial Day, it is hard to wrap my tiny little mind around what once was compared to what is. There is one little store left and two places to buy gasoline. There is one small restaurant tucked back into the corner of town and one insurance company. There is no place to get a prescription filled and most of the buildings that stood along Main Street are gone. This tells me there are not enough people in a small town to keep a grocery store or a gas station or restaurant in business. People would rather save money buying items from the larger stores or megastores.The other point that brought this column is simply this. We complain that there is no longer such a thing as customer service. And for the most
Guest Column by Mark Underwood Seeing the glass half full For most people, the carefree days of childhood were filled with good times with friends and family free from excess worry and stress. But as people grow up, most trade the innocence of childhood for worries about finances, their family’s health, job security, politics, the economy and environment, and their children’s future. Still, a pervasive sense of optimism guides, protects and inspires all of us. Some scientists would even go so far as to say that human beings are hardwired for hope. By definition we are planners. We have savings accounts, we service our cars before winter, we plan vacations, and we buy green bananas. Planning is a form of cognitive time travel. We forecast how we’re going to feel about something by planning ahead. How can we live a healthier lifestyle? What do we need to do to save for retirement? How can we free up more time to do more of the things we want to do? All of these things require the ability to imagine the future by painting a rosy picture in our minds. A positive attitude has long been linked to better mental health, but in the last few years, a person’s optimistic nature has also shown to be beneficial for a person’s physical health. Did you know heart disease patients are more apt to survive a heart attack or heart surgery if they have a positive outlook on life? Researchers at Duke University Medical Center surveyed over 2,800 heart disease patients regarding how optimistic they felt about their illness. They were asked if they thought they would successfully recover and then be able to return to their regular daily life. The researchers followed the patients for 15 years after which 1,637 had died. The majority (885) of the patients had passed away from heart disease. But there was encouraging news, too. The patients who had an optimistic outlook were 30 percent less likely to die during the 15-year period. Duke University researchers also found that pessimism was linked to poorer health– which
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factored similar patients with severe heart disease, age, income, gender and support from family and friends. The study concluded that a patient’s optimistic outlook has a direct correlation not only on the outcome of their disease but also how successfully they will transition from being a heart disease patient to returning home and having a productive daily routine. But there’s a small wrinkle in the optimism studies and that is this: Tali Sharot, Ph.D., a neuropsychologist at University College London, has said that when the brain foresees the future as being better than the past, it’s called “The Optimism Bias.” That was the basis for a new study which found that the brain sometimes is overly optimistic. Like the song lyrics, “Don’t worry, be happy” the study suggests the brain often picks and chooses which optimistic message to listen to. For example, even though people know the divorce rate is 50 percent; they don’t feel they will be one of the unfortunate statistics. Or, they see an ad campaign that says smoking can cause severe health problems, but their brain ignores the message. Instead, the brain sends out a message that says that smoking can certainly cause health problems, but those problems are more apt to be linked to other smokers. What should we take away from this study in our everyday life? A combination of optimism and realism may be the smartest combination of all. Envisioning a better tomorrow relies partly on the hippocampus, the part of the brain that is crucial to memory. Science has confirmed that as human beings we are programmed to be hopeful, but it’s also important to be realistic. So plan ahead, work hard and enjoy the world around you. Live life to the fullest with a combination of optimism and realism, and chances are you’ll reap the rewards of better health. Buy green bananas to enjoy in the future, but keep an umbrella in your car, just in case the weather unpredictably changes.
‘Don’t Tread on Book Clubs ‘
Last week I was chastened by a copperhead snake with a disdainful attitude. He acted as if he were the poster boy for the famous Gadsden Flag of colonial times. But the over reaction by female book clubbers to my whimsical ar- GAVEL ticle about their “book/wine clubs” made my reproach by GAMUT the copperhead seem an almost BY JUDGE welcome respite. J In order to ensure at least IM REDWINE one person reads these articles, I bribe Peg with promises of work around JPeg Ranch if she’ll peruse them. Usually this just humors me and does no harm. However, since my article about book clubs gently gibed at Peg’s and our daughter, Heather’s, book club along with our neighbor, Bonnie’s, and, worst of all, my sister, Jane’s, book clubs, Peg saw fit to snitch to all of them. No one was amused. Probably none of them would have read the article in the paper. So, if Peg had not taken umbrage and aroused what might be likened to a gaggle of heckling harpies, that article would have shared the anonymity of all the others. But, with a few computer keystrokes the fangs of the internet were bared: email and Facebook lie there just waiting ‘til stepped on. I ask you, Gentle Reader, whatever happened to literature? Have all these book clubbers forsaken books? I saw my description of female book clubs as falling squarely within the bounds of acceptable satire, you know, “True wit is nature to advantage dressed, what ‘oft was thought but ne’er so well expressed” as Alexander Pope might say. Well, he might if he had not died in 1744 before even the ladies of New Harmony’s Minerva Society formed one of the first book clubs. But, let’s you and I address the real problem here, my sister. When Peg tattled to Janie, Janie attacked much as she did when she would tattle to our parents if I or our two brothers ever did anything she considered untoward. Jane sent to me, by email, of course, an epistle meant to show the intrinsic value of her book club. She mentioned each member by name: Carol, Dot, Mary Lou, Nikki, Cindy, Margaret, Donna, Joanne, Barb and Jane. They call their group INSPIRITICE; although I noted when they visited Posey County recently they each pro-
nounced it differently. Janie included the following litany of their activities: “You have too narrowly defined our ‘book club’. We have invited illustrious authors to share with us pearls of wisdom; we have made face masks which now adorn the walls of our homes; we have learned the myriad languages of flowers and created messages with lovely posies. We have designed jewelry which we wear, and we have played innumerable games that have brought us to laughter through our tears. We have eaten well on many occasions, in our homes and elsewhere. We have traveled to cultural events such as the Monet Exhibit at the Nelson and the Princess Diana Exhibit at Union Station; we have read original plays that tugged at our heart strings and have done oral readings of Shakespeare that caused volcanic laughter. We have created and shared poetry (even a few raps). Even more stimulating, we have observed our own and our families’ growth and development and come to a greater understanding of joy and blessings, of life and of death in our shared experiences—children’s graduations and weddings, 50th anniversary celebrations, retirement celebrations and farewell parties. Together we have shared life threatening illnesses, accomplishments and disappointments, sorrows and grief among the 10 of us who have covenanted to accept one another as each is, warts and all, while giving one another not only the room to grow but some of the tools and talents to do so as we celebrate one another in our coming together. And, dear brother, that only scratches the surface of Inspiritice, but I am glad to see that you recognize that women who come together in book groups, however they are defined, are far more sensitive to life than those who chose not to do so, female or male.” Okay, okay, okay. Mea culpa, big sister, maybe you don’t just drink wine and eat salads. However, isn’t that a little heavy on the estrogen? I’d say mix in at least an occasional boxing match or, perhaps, snake taming with a crutch.
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part, that is true. But why is that? We no longer have customer service because the generation that has grown up under our leadership knows nothing about customer service. For the most part, they have never experienced it. I can remember a time when you pulled into a “service” station to buy gasoline. You sat in your car because an attendant had been hired to come out and see how he could help you. You told him how much gasoline you wanted and generally, as a courtesy, he would check the engine oil level and would wash most of the windows of your car while the gasoline was running into the car. He also offered to check the air pressure in your tires and if one was low, he would gladly put air into the tire. That, my friends, was customer service. It kept people in jobs. You never had to get out in the heat or the cold. Today’s young people would probably be “freaked out” if someone approached their car and offered to pump the gas into the car and check the fluid levels. Wow, how times have changed. When you went to the grocery store back then, you shopped the aisles at your leisure and there was always someone nearby if you had difficulty finding an item. Instead of trying to find someone to help you, someone was always looking to help you! And when you were finished buying what you wanted, a pleasant young person was always there to help you get the groceries to your car and take the cart back into the store. Again, it kept people in jobs and it was customer service at
its best. People felt good about helping you, and you felt good about being helped. It was a win-win situation. But we wonder why our younger generation has no idea about customer service and the answer is quite clear. Ever since most of them are old enough to remember, you pulled up to a gas station and got out of your car and pumped your own gasoline. You do well if you can get the overworked and underpaid clerk inside to reset the pump so you can slide your credit card into the machine to purchase your fuel. And when was the last time anyone asked to check your oil? I’ll bet you can’t even remember. I have heard it said that customer service is a thing of the past. That is probably an accurate statement. A few things are better than others but for the most part, if you want something done, you have to do it yourself. No one is going to ask you if they can help you. Will true customer service ever make a comeback? Like so many other good things, probably not. The Internet will see to it that you can always save a few dimes by ordering on line from your living room. Until we realize that our new ways of doing things are doing nothing but cutting out the need for people and the services they are paid to provide, the world economy will continue to struggle. When will that happen? I think you can answer that one for yourself!
Guest Column by State Rep Wendy McNamara Bringing jobs to Indiana Last month, Indiana led the nation in private sector job growth by adding 15,400 jobs making our private sector grow at six times the national rate. This marks the fourth largest one-month increase in 22 years. The Commissioner of the Department of Workforce Development Scott Sanders said, “The Hoosier state has not seen economic growth on this level in a generation.” It has become imperative, more now than ever before, to encourage economic development policies that we have put in place. The economy has always been my top priority. During the last two years, the legislature has closely studied Indiana’s economic situation and implemented legislation that fosters economic growth and creates more jobs within our borders. I authored legislation that has had an immediate impact on the landscape of the Hoosier economy. House Enrolled Act 1004, signed into law in 2011, cuts the corporate tax rate two percent, down to 6.5 percent over four years and significantly increases access to start-up capital for new companies. Additionally, Right to Work (RTW) legislation was signed into law this session making Indiana the 23rd RTW state in the nation.
Businesses have already heralded this policy as a key factor in choosing to expand and locate their business in Indiana. Recent job announcements highlight that we are already seeing an increase in economic development opportunities for Indiana because of the passage of these key economic bills. This unprecedented job growth is good news for Indiana and our community. To date, 45 companies have told the Indiana Economic Development Commission that RTW will be a factor in deciding whether to come to Indiana. Of those companies, 10 having already agreed to set up shop in Indiana and four specifically cited that RTW played a role in their decision. One of those companies, SealCorp USA, will be setting up shop here in Evansville. SealCorp USA will bring needed jobs and investment to the community, and I am pleased that the company chose to make Evansville their home. The legislature’s stance to build a pro-business, protaxpayer environment over the past two years will continue to lead to more companies deciding to call Indiana home. Bringing jobs to southwestern Indiana will remain at the forefront of my priorities throughout my tenure as a state representative.
Letters to the Editor Thank you to all for successful year Greetings, I would like to thank all of our community members and parents for volunteering to make the 2011-12 school year a huge success. We had many programs and events for our students that, without your help, could not have taken place. A special thanks to Ms. Melissa Moye for taking the time to be our honored speaker at this year’s graduation. I want to wish the 2012 graduates the best of luck as they go out and begin a new era of their lives. I also like to take the time to thank our community physicians and nurses. On May 16th, we had over 250 students receive free physicals for the 2012-13 school year. Not only is this a tremendous savings to our parents, it is a great example how our community works together to help each other. Summer is here and there are many activities that take place in our community. High school and junior high sport and band camps, Park and Recreation activities, Alexandrian Public Library events, and swimming at Brittlebank pool are just a few of the opportunities that are provided for the area children. Please take advantage of these opportunities
and get your children involved. Summer is also a very busy time for our school district. With professional development for staff, the hiring of many new employees, and maintenance and upkeep of our school buildings, we will be working throughout the summer to prepare for the 2012-13 school year. With all the changes in personnel and curriculum, we are very excited for the future of the MSD of Mount Vernon. The school district office is open during the summer, Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. If we can be of any service to anyone, please give us a call at 838-4471 or you can e-mail me at kopatichtp@msdmv. k12.in.us. Information on the 2012-13 school year will be given out later this summer. If you are new to the area and would like a tour of any of our facilities, please give us a call. We have a great community, and I thank everyone again for their support. I wish everyone a safe and happy summer. Dr. Tom Kopatich Superintendent of Schools MSD of Mount Vernon
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you to anyone and everyone who helped plan this past Rappite Alumni weekend. When I first got my invitation I couldn’t imagine trying to work all those activities into such a short period of time. It was mind boggling to say the least. But, someone (or several someones) had spent a lot of time getting “things” set up, people to be in charge, and time frames worked out. I couldn’t believe how everything fell into place at the right time and right place. At two-hour intervals from late afternoon on Friday clear through Sunday, it was like changing of the guards - a different pace and different scenery, but things kept rolling along! The spouses of non-alumni were given options to do, meals were provided on three different days for anyone interested, and of course, “people” had to be in charge of that. We have very talented alumni who presented a two-hour program Friday night, and those who chose could party and dance the night away later. Saturday night’s Alumni Banquet broke a record with over 400 in attendance. Our “RG RG” Committee presented a beautiful setting and handled the crowd very nicely. The pride shining in the eyes and on the faces of those who have worked so hard to make the gym into what we saw Saturday night was
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quite a presentation, and if you didn’t see the rest rooms, it’s worth the effort to go look! Our alumni members are also messengers of the Word of God and led the worship service at the Roofless Church Sunday morning. Sunday afternoon was the crowning point - a musical get together sharing their love of music with an “almost near professional” status. A good variety of 15-20 instruments made up the Alumni Band, led by Dennis Noon, sounded like a full band and very impressive for only one hour pulling together. The choir consisting of 25-30 alumni led by Margaret Sherzinger and accompanied by Carolyn Stone, also pulled their program together in about an hour. The love of music was quite evident as the final notes rang out. I know this is long, but I (and others) had a lot to say for this magical weekend that didn’t just happen - it was put together, pulled together, and hung by many dedicated people. I’m sure to leave someone out if I try to name anyone, you know who you are and what all you’ve done. This weekend can never be duplicated! Thanks to all the Rappites who have left us with a smile on our face. Thank you, Sally Huck
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OBITUARIES Dale E. Hawkins Dale Eugene “Hawk” Hawkins, 89, passed away on Sunday, May 20, 2012, at the VNA Charlier Hospice Center in Evansville. He was born on November 30, 1922, in Chismville, Ark., to Velmer and Zelma Hawkins. He and his siblings were also raised by his grandfather and grandmother, John Henry and Mattie T. Hawkins. He started out as a roughneck in the oil fields in Posey County, Ind., and then in the LST shipyard, in Evansville. He served in the Army Air Force as a Surgical Technician, in Gulfport, Miss. He worked for Bucyrus Erie, for 36 years, then retired from Continental Emsco. He served as a volunteer Special Deputy for the Posey County Sheriff’s dept. He was a 50-year plus member of the Beulah Masonic Lodge in Mount Vernon, Ind., Scottish Rite Valley of Evansville, and Hadi Shrine, where he was a member of the Horse Patrol, Legion of Honor, and Hospital Staff. He also belonged to the Sword of Bunker Hill. He was a 50-year plus member of Owen Dunn American Legion Post Five, Mount Vernon, Ind., and VFW Post 1114, Evansville, and was a Kentucky Colonel. While in the Horse Patrol, he rode his special white horse Holly, who was blind, in the 1965 Rose Bowl Parade, in Pasadena, Calif. He also rode in the Super Dome in New Orleans, in the Mesquite Rodeo in Texas, as well as parades in Ontario, Canada, Detroit, Chicago, Milwaukee, Dayton, Ohio, and St Louis, Mo., just to name a few. He loved the fishing trips with friends to Red Lake, Ontario, Canada, running cattle with Doc Yoos on a ranch in Kansas and spending time with friends and family. Survived by his wife of 35 years, Gail (Cates); daughters, Susan Henry (Andy) and Barbara Dale Crumbacher (Wendell); grandson, Marc Crumbacher (Amanda); and great-grandsons, Nathan and Luke Crumbacher; sister, Lois Lipe; one stepgrandson; one stepgreat-grandson; three half sisters; one half brother; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Raymond and Richard. The family extends special thanks to Greg and Kathy Baumgart, and their children, for the special love they provided to Hawk. Also, a special thank you to Dr. Waits and Dr. Barnes and their staff, the Visiting Nurse employees helping with home health care, the nurses and staff at the VNA Hospice Center and Hawk’s “special girls” at the Deaconess Heart Group. Services 1 p.m. Saturday, May 26, 2012, at Alexander West Chapel, officiated by Chaplain Scott Pilkington. Burial at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may visit Friday, May 25, 2012, from 2 to 8 p.m., with a Masonic service at 7 p.m., at Alexander West Chapel. Friends may also visit Saturday from Noon to services. Memorial contributions can be made to the VNA Charlier Hospice Center in Evansville or the Hadi Transportation Fund. Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderWestChapel.com.
Elias Castro Elias Castro, 61, of Mount Vernon, Ind., died at his home surrounded by his family. Eli loved reading and studying the word of God and loved spending time with his family and church family. He loved traveling to see his family and to see new places. Eli loved taking pictures of his family and showing them off to everyone. He was a loved man and will be greatly missed. Surviving Eli are his mother, Aqripina Rivera, five sons, Travis Schoening, Richard E. Castro, Christopher M. Castro, Micah Castro and Eric Castro; two daughters, Bonnie Jean McCarty and Brandi Schoening; and nine siblings, Eva Sciarrillo, Adam R. Castro, Blanca E. Castro, Naomi Collazo, Evelyn Castro, Marilyn Castro, Alice Castro, Nancy Castro and Eddie Castro, and 5 Grandchildren, Emily McCarty, Austin McCarty, Evan Schoening, Ashley Hester and Mileena Castro. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, June 6, 2012, at the Mount Vernon General Baptist Church at 11 a.m. with burial in Upper Hills Cemetery near Griffin, Ind. Friends may call at the church on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until service time. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Vernon General Baptist Church to assist with funeral expenses. Werry Funeral Home-New Harmony Chapel assisted the family with arrangements. Condolences may be made online at www.werryfuneralhomes.com.
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Mary Alice Rose, 72, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away on Thursday, May 31, 2012, on her family farm where she was raised. She was born on July 19, 1939 in Posey County, IN to Elijah and Nellie (Huff) Ludlow. Mary Alice faithfully attended Point Township Church of the Nazarene. She was extremely dedicated to the Democratic Party and was actively involved in many campaigns. Mary Alice served the Posey County community for well over 50 years serving six terms as the Posey County Treasurer. She deeply cared for and respected others. She is preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Robert James Rose in 2002. Mary Alice is survived by her son, Steven Rose, Sr.; four grandchildren, Chelsea, McKenzie, Steven, Jr. and Michael; two great grandchildren; sister, Anna Ludlow; nephews, Daniel Ludlow (Karla), Roy Maynard (Winter), special family and close friends, Shirley (McDonald) Moore and Cecil Waters. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 5, 2012, at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main St. in Mount Vernon, Ind., with the Rev. Dallas Robinson and the Rev. Troy Dekemper officiating with burial to follow in Bellefontaine Cemetery. Visitation was held from 2 until 8 p.m. on Monday, June 4, 2012, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Point Township Church of the Nazarene or to a Church or charity of your choice. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com
Jimmie R. Reeves Jimmie R. Reeves, age 64, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away Friday, June 1, 2012, at his home. He was born November 27, 1947, in Mount Vernon, the son of Charles L. and Bonnie (Stokes) Reeves. He married Nancy Schaefer on June 10, 1978, and she survives. He was an Air Force Veteran. Mr. Reeves was a Deputy Sheriff with Posey County. He was a member of the American Legion and Moose Lodge. He was also a member of the Indiana Sheriff’s Association. He was a member of the Mount Vernon General Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Nancy, of Mount Vernon; his father, Charles L. Reeves of Mount Vernon; two grandchildren, Sierra Riordan and Parker Groves, both of Mount Vernon; a brother and sisterin-law, Hilton and Phyllis Reeves of Mount Vernon; a sister and brother-in-law, Connie and Doug Donahoo of Louisville, Ky.; a brother-in-law and two sisters-in-law, Julius and Linda Teske of Vero Beach, Fla., and Judy Schaefer of Banebery, Tenn.; a son-inlaw, Kent Groves of Mount Vernon; and a nephew, Kurtis Schneider of Evansville. He is preceded in death by his mother, Bonnie; and a daughter, Wendy Groves. A memorial service will be held Thursday, June 7, 2012, at 7 p.m., at Austin-Stendeback Family Funeral Home in Mount Vernon. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. A private family burial will take place at St. John’s Cemetery at Bufkin at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Mount Vernon General Baptist Church and will be accepted at the funeral home. Condolences may be left at www.austinfuneralhome.com.
G. Thomas Woodward, 69, of Wadesville, Ind., passed away Saturday, June 2, 2012, at his home after a long battle with cancer. His family was at his side. He was born February 8, 1943, to Albert and Mary Jo (Jack) Woodward. Tom attended Saint Meinrad Archabby as a Brother candidate for three years before graduating from Mater Dei High School. Tom was an active member of St. Matthew Catholic Church, where he served as a Eucharistic Minister and participated in RCIA. He retired in 1995 as a Press Room Supervisor at Koch Label in Evansville and had served in the National Guard. He enjoyed gardening, birds, and was an avid Colt’s and Atlanta Braves fan. Tom is survived by his wife of 46 years, Brenda (Cook) Woodward, daughter Donna (Christopher) Harper of Atlanta, Ga., son John Woodward and fiancée Kalinn Lenfers of Evansville, Ind.; brothers Robert (Imelda) and Don (Lena) Woodward of Wadesville, sisters; Annette (Donald) Montgomery of Wadesville, Mary Knowles of Newburgh, Judith Woodward and Patricia (Hung) Trinh both of Evansville, his motherin-law Margie Cook and husband Jim Atkins, a host of nieces and nephews and his faithful Schnauzer companion Jon-Jon. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday June 6, 2012, at St. Matthew Catholic Church at 421 Walnut St. in Mount Vernon, Ind., with entombment to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery in Evansville. Visitation will be held from 3 until 7 p.m. Tuesday at Schneider Funeral Home with Rosary to begin at 6:30 pm. A special thank you to Dr. Ed Fox, Gina, Julie, Mary , B.J. and staff at Oncology-Hematology Assoc, Sonja and Jerry at Heritage Hospice for their outstanding care of our husband and father. The family would also like to thank all of Tom’s friends and parishioners at St. Mathew, especially Fathers Ken Steckler and Jim Sauer. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Matthews Church Building Fund. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com
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Joe R. Corne Joe R. Corne, 81, passed away Friday, June 1, 2012, at DeaconessHospital. He was born July 5, 1930 the son of Otho and Fern (Wallace) Corne of Owensville. Joe graduated from OwensvilleHigh School class of 1948 and drove a school bus for 12 years. He was a grain and melon farmer for many years and he especially enjoyed raising melons. He also enjoyed and had a love for trucks. He and his wife owned and operated a fleet of tractor trailers that hauled produce and other commodities cross country. In his latter years he bought and delivered melons himself to produce companies. Joe was a gentle and loving man who dearly loved his family. Joe was a lifetime member of Old Union Christian Church of Poseyville holding several positions during that time. He was also a 50 year member of the Princeton Masonic Lodge # 231 F & AM. He was preceded in death by his parents, a stepson, David Stunkel; brother-in-law, Robert Cleveland. Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Sue (Cleveland) Corne; daughters and sons-in-laws, Donna Jo and Mike Burkdoll of Evansville, Jaymie and Phil Almon of Owensville; Son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Anita Corne of Christmas Lake Village; two step-sons and their wives, Randy and Cindy Stunkel of New Harmony, Steve and Pat Stunkel of Evansville; Grandchildren, Alison Bishop, Sarah Glezen, Matthew Corne, Lindsay Ping, Ryan, Tyler and Lauren Almon, Amber Scheller, Clara Rexing and Jared Stunkel; 8 great-grandchildren; sister, Frances Sweezer of Owensville; niece and nephew, Janet Smith of Owensville and Dick Smith of Rockport. Services were held at 10 a.m. Monday, June 4, at Old Union Christian Church with Baret Fawbush officiating. Burial followed in the SaulmonCemetery. Visitation was from 3-7 p.m. Sunday at Holders Funeral Home in Owensville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Old Union Christian Church in his memory. Expressions of sympathy may be made online at www.holdersfuneralhome.com
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Healthy foods, the affordable choice By USDA Undersecretary Kevin Concannon Fresh fruits and vegetables? Key elements of a healthy diet, for sure. But many people of modest means, including those served by USDA’s nutrition assistance programs, wonder if they can afford to buy healthy foods like the wonderful fresh produce that can be found in summer abundance at America’s farmers’ markets. As USDA Undersecretary for Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services, I find that perception a source of concern because we work hard to encourage all Americans to make healthy food choices – particularly those participating in USDA’s nutrition assistance programs, from kids in school to the more than 46 million people participating in USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Well, I’m pleased to say that a recent study by USDA’s Economic Research Service, “Are Healthy Foods Really More Expensive? It Depends on How You Measure the Price,” found that healthy food choices, like fresh fruits and vegetables, may be more affordable than people think.
They found that while it is easy to buy “cheap” calories by using less-healthy foods, there are many healthy food choices that cost no more per portion than less nutritious foods. Measured by the cost per portion, or per pound, grains, vegetables, fruit, and dairy foods are actually less expensive than most protein foods and foods high in saturated fat, added sugars, and/or sodium. This is great news for all those trying to get by with a limited food budget – like people receiving SNAP benefits. You don’t have to compromise on good nutrition just because money is tight. And just in time for summer. If you haven’t been to one of the nearly 7,200 farmers’ markets across the country, I encourage you to do so. Farmers’ markets offer shoppers a wonderful place to find the fresh fruits and vegetables and other local produce so important to a healthy diet – particularly now when farmers’ markets are practically bursting with a bounty of summer produce. USDA strongly supports farmers’ markets. And the Food and Nutrition Service,
Mount Vernon Fire Department provided master grillers to cook lunch for guests at the Friday, May 4, Senior Carnival held in Cloverleaf. Pictured left to right are Mount Vernon
which I oversee, has farmers’ market programs for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participants, for seniors, and for WIC mothers to help provide healthy food for them and their children. We also encourage farmers markets to accept SNAP electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards, which makes it easier for SNAP participants to make purchases. Farmers markets are the ultimate win-win situation. They’re a win for customers because they can easily buy the freshest produce available. They’re a win for producers because they are a convenient local market for their products. They also provide a chance for customers and producers to meet face to face and build better understanding of community agriculture and what customers want. So visit a local farmers’ market today – you’re in for a treat. And remember, fresh fruits and vegetables are not only the healthy choice – they’re the affordable choice, too.
Pages of the Past
Compilation by Haylee Moore
May 28, 2002 Posey County News ARC Construction workers have been busy on the new addition to North Posey High School. Jessica Fox of the Mount Vernon High School National Honor Society presented the Outstanding Alumni Award to Bill Gillenwater. Ashley Kramer of Mount Vernon was awarded a gold medal for her score in the Medusa Mythology Exam in which over 700 students throught the nation participated. North Posey School retirees included Bernie Fehrinbach, Myron Westfall, and James Schafer.
May 27, 1987 Posey County News Ronald Kirsch joins Cynthiana State Bank as a Cashier and Controller. He began his banking career in 1970. Amber Sinnett, Kim Wassmer, and Cynthia Majors were announced the winners in the Kinder Schule Nursery School’s Hop-A-Thon for Muscular Dystrophy. Sandra Reidford and Bobby Cain were married in a 3 p.m. ceremony Saturday May 2. Mr. and Mrs. Donnie Mathews announced the birth of their son Drew Williams born March 20, 1987. Drew was welcomed home by his older sister Sarah Mae.
May 25, 1961 Posey County News Miss Patricia Deom, Poseyville, has been named winner of a scholarship at Indiana State. Catherine Gladish and Gerald Ludwig were recently hired as two new teachers at North Posey Jr.-Sr. High. Poseyville’s Double M, Drive-in will extended their hours due to the hot weather that is here to stay. At Lloyd’s Market oranges were advertized at 29 cents a pound. A fourth daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Hirsch. A son, Eric Scott, was born to Mr. and Mrs. William Garten.
dogs we will be bringing that week. Please visit our PC Pound Puppies facebook page for the most up-to-date information. The shelter is very full! If you are looking for a dog, or can take one to foster, please give us a call at 483-4341 or send an email. New At Shelter Rat terrier, small tri-color male. Picked up on Kimball Street on 6/1. (picture attached). Mix female pup, lg. breed, white w/brindle & spots on ears. Picked up at GAF Mt. Vernon on 6/3. (picture attached). Please visit the Evansville lost pets facebook page if you have lost or found a dog. New animals are posted there daily. For a complete listing of dogs at the shelter, please go to www.pcpoundpuppies. petfinder.com . You may also see pictures of all the dogs on display at Dr. Jason Zieren's office or in the window at Pet Food Center North. Our Wish List For our dogs, we need: Treats, Bones / Rawhides, Dog Toys. The dogs particularly love playing with Kongs, Nylabones & other non-destructible toys, Heavy Duty Dog Leashes, we always, always, always need dog leashes, Dog Crates, we always, always need crates, most especially the wire, collapsible ones that fold flat. extra large, large, and medium plastic crates are also always needed, Dog Food, Dry food, please, prefer Purina Dog Chow, Gas Cards, we have to drive long distances to the pet adoptions every week, not to mention transports, Gift Cards to Pet
Food Center or other pet supply stores. Foster Homes - We are in need of foster homes to help with house & crate training, which helps to make the dogs more adoptable. If you think you can help, please contact us. Lost Or Found Pets: Please immediately call Animal Control at 838-8362 to report a lost or found pet. Do not wait a few days to see if a lost pet comes home. For lost pets please provide: date lost, pet’s name, breed or mix, description including color, sex and if altered or not, age, description of collar, do they have a microchip, location they are missing from, and owner’s name and phone number. For found pets please provide: date found, approximate breed or mix, description including color, sex and if altered or not, approximate age, description of collar, do they have a microchip, location where they were found, and finder’s name and phone number. Please take all found pets to a vet’s office, animal control, or humane society to have them scanned for a microchip free. Please don’t think that just because you have an indoor only pet that collars and tags are unnecessary. Many of the animals that end up in shelters are someone’s lost pet, but we have no way to contact the owner if there are no tags or if the microchip isn’t registered. Please keep proper ID on your pet at all times, and make sure your microchip registration is up to date.
PCPP News Please visit us on Sundays at Pet Food Center North (in the Target complex at North Park) between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m., where you can see many of the dogs from our shelter available for adoption. Call us for our latest adoption days schedule or to check on which
firefighters Matt Johnson and Troy Yarber with Fire Chief Wes Dixon. New Harmonie Healthcare Center and Cloverleaf sponsored the Senior Carnival. Photo by Pam Robinson
Town of Santa Claus is a finalist for ‘Most Fun’ Town For the second year in a row, the town of Santa Claus is a finalist in the 2012 Best of the Road Rally sponsored by USA Today and Rand McNally. The town will compete with six other destinations in the category for “Most Fun” small town in America. Santa Claus, Indiana, was chosen from more than 650 competing destinations. Five teams of amateur travelers will journey from Washington, D.C. to Seattle, Washington, June 15 through July 15. Each team will visit six towns in an assigned category: most beautiful, most patriotic, friendliest, most fun, and best food, as well as points of interest en route.
The teams will post blogs, reviews, videos, and photos from towns in each of their respective categories and the towns will be highlighted on the Rand McNally website and in the 2014 Rand McNally Road Atlas, as well as on USA Today’s Travel site. Towns will be judged by a panel of travel experts and Road Rally participants in regard to the number and nature of reviews posted on www.BestOfTheRoad.com, the town’s social participation on Facebook and Twitter, and the reports filed by traveling teams. Winning towns will be announced on July 16. “It’s an honor for the town
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to be a finalist again in the Best of the Road Rally,” says Melissa Brockman, executive director of the Spencer County Visitors Bureau. “Santa Claus, Indiana, is known by many for family fun and is thrilled to be in the running for the title of ‘Most Fun’ small town in America.” Spencer County is home to nationally known attractions such as Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari, Lake Rudolph Campground & RV Resort, and Lincoln’s Indiana Boyhood Home with national and state parks. The Visitors Bureau encourages
June 5 - Glenda Bauer, Aimee Bousquet, Michael J. Quirk, Bonnie J. Bergstrom and Shanna Bergstrom June 6 - Glenn Albert Spradley, Rodney J. Wilson, Jacki Hamman, Susan Huelsman , Chris Baker and Jill Reynolds June 7 - Isabel Hagedorn, Betty Hatch, Gary Gerard, Richard Lloyd Shannon Storms, Steve Curtis, and Julie Boyd (Joest). June 8 - Darrel Delong, Erik S. Garrett, Christopher E. Brown, Sarah Smotherman, Lucille Nash, Helen Murphy, Ted R. Moore and Kregg McGlamery June 9 - Audrey Gray, Cody Ungetheim, Blake
guests to stay overnight and visit the many attractions, shops, and restaurants. For more information about Spencer County as a year-round destination, call (888) 444-9252 or visit www.SantaClausInd.org and www.IndianasAbeLincoln. org. Also, find Santa Claus, Indiana, and Lincoln’s Indiana Boyhood Home on the Visitor Bureau’s free app for iPhones and Androids by searching “Holiday World & More!” and on any mobile The Posey County Health device at http://m.Santa- Department will hold ClausInd.org and http://m. an immunization clinic IndianasAbeLincoln.org. Wednesday, June 13, 2012 at the Coliseum in Mount Vernon from 2 p.m. — 4 p.m. and Wednesday, June Meeker, Mary Ellen Haw- 27, 2012 at St. Francis ley, Tara Brown, Michael J. Catholic School Cafeteria Herring, Amanda Sturgell from 2 p.m. — 4 p.m. Apand Brian Bergstrom pointments are not needed June 10 - Alyssa Brown, for these clinics. Jourdan Tyler Cox, Hanna Required immunization Blevins, Neil Laughbaum, additions for the 2012 -2013 Linda Hensley and Mary school year are as follows: Beth Southard • All KINDERGARTEN June 11 - Aaron James students will be required McCleave, Bill Thompson, to have 2 doses of variAndrew White, Heath Hoffcella vaccine, given on or man, Jacob Kurzendoerfer, after the first birthday and Andrew White, Harold Cartseparated by 3 months, or er and Margaret Little a history of chickenpox If you have a name to be disease documented by a included in the birthday calphysician. endar, please send to: Posey • All KINDERGARTEN County News, P.O. Box 397, students will be required New Harmony, IN 47631 or to have one of the reemail: news1@poseycounquired doses of polio tynews.com vaccine given on or after
Immunization clinic June 13, 27 the fourth birthday, and at least 6 months after the previous dose. • All 6th — 12th grade students will be required to have 2 doses of varicella vaccine, given on or after the first birthday, and separated by age-appropriate intervals as defined by the CDC, or a history of chickenpox disease documented by the parent/ guardian. • All 6th — 12th grade students will be required to have 1 dose of tetanus-diphtheria-acellular pertussis vaccine (Tdap) given on or after the birthday. • All 6th — 12th grade students will be required to have 1 dose of meningococcal conjugate vaccine (MCV4). Please bring shot records for each child receiving immunizations.
Featured Animals of The Posey County Humane Society INGREDIENTS • 3 to 4 pounds of peeled, cored, roughly chopped Granny Smith apples (or other good cooking apple such as Golden Delicious, Fuji, Jonathan, Mcintosh, or Gravenstein) • 1 1/2 cups to 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries • 2 Tbsp lemon juice • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1/4 cup of brown sugar • 1/2 cup white sugar • 1 cup water • 1/2 teaspoon salt DIRECTIONS 1. Place all of the ingredients in a large (5-quart) pot. Bring to a boil, lower heat to a simmer and cover. Cook 20-30 minutes, or until the apples can easily be mashed. 2. Remove from heat. Mash the apples and cranberries with a potato masher to the consistency you want. 3. Serve hot as a side to pork or turkey. Or serve hot or cold as a dessert with some vanilla ice cream. 4. Store in the refrigerator for a couple of weeks. Or freeze for up to a year. Makes 1 1/2 to 2 quarts.
Willy is a 4 month old male grey tabby kitten. He is from Missy is a 1 year old female beagle mix. She is very play- a litter of 3 grey kittens. He is constantly on the move and full of energy. ful but can be a bit timid at times. Call The Posey Humane Society at 838-3211 to arrange a time to look at your future pet. General public hours are Mon - Tue 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Wed - Fri 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Sat 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Sunday Closed
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Family Matters helps teach Posey residents to ‘garden on a dime’ By Pam Robinson For the second summer growing season, Posey County Family Matters is sponsoring Planting Pride Community Gardens in Mount Vernon. The program allows community organizations and individuals to develop a green thumb in eight city garden plots funded through a grant from the Welborn Baptist Foundation (part of its “move. ment initiative). Last year, Family Matters Director Beth Russell along with Mount Vernon residents Cindy Owens and Amy Hueftle ran the pilot program for Planting Pride with Mount Vernon Habitat families. Family Matters provided funding then for six 4x8 garden plots set up in a vacant Habitat lot. The Habitat families cared for the gardens and harvested the produce. This year, Planting Pride Community Gardens will lay out eight 4x4 plots in different parts of the city—two in the Hedges Central courtyard; two in the recently
cleared lot in front of West Elementary; two in individual yards of Habitat families and two in the backyard at Cloverleaf Apartments. The plots will showcase square foot gardening as the popular horticulturist Mel Bartholomew teaches across the country and overseas. Mount Vernon resident Cindy Owens has already started three 4x4 garden plots in her own yard, two in her front yard (pictured) and one out back. Although she helped with the Planting Pride pilot program last year as well as this year, she wanted to tend her own square foot gardens to gain hands-on experience with the method. “I didn’t think I could teach what I hadn’t done myself,” she says. Owens explains that her square foot gardens are contained within 4x4 boxes made from untreated lumber—2 x 6 x 8 foot boards cut into 4 foot lengths. Once the box is built, the gardener fills the box six inches deep with a planting mixture of
1/3 peat moss, 1/3 vermiculite (coarse, lightweight, white particles sometimes seen in potting soil) and 1/3 compost—or ½ bag of peat moss, 2 bags of vermiculite and 4 bags of compost. No dirt and no tilling are necessary. All supplies are available at home improvement centers like Lowe’s, where an associate will even cut the boards to specification. A weed guard canvas is laid under the planting mixture. A planting grid is placed on top of the box to mark 16 one-foot-squares. Frames covered with chicken wire sit atop the garden frame to keep critters out of the garden. Once the growing season ends, the grid is removed and stored. Fresh compost is added to the garden box to prepare for the next growing season, and the box is covered with mulch and the “critter cage” —again to protect it from animals. When spring arrives, all that is required is to simply rake off the mulch, replace the grid and begin your spring planting.
“The gardens are no-till and require little weeding. They also don’t need a lot of water. It takes me around 5 minutes to water all three of my gardens,” Owens comments. “We want to show families that it doesn’t take a lot of work to have a square foot garden. Only a small amount of space is needed for a large amount of food; it doesn’t require a big yard. Square foot gardens are easy to maintain and look good. They are easy to keep neat.” The quick access to produce can provide well-balanced meals to families who might otherwise skimp on vegetables. The Fit for the Future Coalition of Family Matters sees square foot gardening as a way to combat the obesity rate in the area also. “We talk about food ‘deserts.’ Poseyville and Mount Vernon are the only two zip codes in Posey County with grocery stores. We have no public transportation in Posey County,” Owens explains. “Even if you live on
Live music in the streets of New Harmony June 9
Scott Mason & Headliner Band will be performing in New Harmony, Indiana, June 9, 2012. The band Headliner features Jack Ingram keyboards, Duane Vanderpool drums, Cindy Ray bass guitar and plays 1950's thru today's music
- country and classic rock. They will entertain for the second year in a row following the first day of the annual Antique Show providing great music and fun starting at 7:00 pm in front of the old gym at Main and Tavern Streets, Downtown, New
Harmony, Indiana. Scott served as New Harmony's Postmaster from 2005-2008 and would like to invite all his friends out to a night of music and fun with something for everyone! Drive your golf cart or bring your lawn chairs for a fun filled
Scott Mason and Headliner Band will be performing in New Harmony, Indiana, June 9, 2012 from 7 - 10 p.m. Photo submitted
Hoosier Salon holds Watercolor Workshop The Hoosier Salon New Harmony Gallery is sponsoring a Children’s Summer Art Program. Because of the great demand, enrollment is limited to children who attend a Posey County school or whose parent or grandparent is a resident of Posey County. For ages 9 through 13, artist Robert Pote will teach
APL News Summer Reading at the APL Check out what’s “Between the Covers” this summer at the Alexandrian Public Library’s Adult Summer Reading Program about all things nocturnal. Enjoy books, movies, and other special events. Registration began May 30. The 2012 Summer Reading Program is open to adults ages 18 and older, with programs, prizes, book discussions, and special events. The adult program (will run concurrently with the children’s program, titled “Dream Big—READ!” Get your whole family involved!). Dream Catcher Craft Coming June 6 at 2 p.m. kids can learn how to make a dream catcher and more. For ages 6 and older. All of your supplies will be provided free. Registration began May 30. The Spectacular World Of Vincent Van Gogh This special exhibit will take place from June 7 to June 18 during open hours. This is one of the traveling exhibits provided by Teacher’s Discovery. The exhibit will be located in the library foyer for public viewing. Basic Drawing: Shadows and Values On June 7, 14 and 28 at 10 p.m. artist Stan Campbell will instruct artists of all proficiencies on drawing shadows and values. Please note that
a two day Watercolor Workshop on July 11 and 12. The morning session is from 9 to 11:30 a.m. and the afternoon session from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Each class is limited to 12 participants and they must choose a morning or afternoon session. Hoosier Salon children’s programs are offered free to all children and all sup-
plies are furnished. Funding for the programs are made possible by a grant from the Robert Lee Blaffer Foundation and from civic groups such as Kappa, Kappa, Kappa, Inc and the Tercera Club of Poseyville. For more information or to enroll a child, call the gallery director, Maggie Rapp, at (812) 459-9851.
evening. Sponsored in part by the New Harmony Business Associates and you. A love offering will be taken during the show for the band. Headliner is a local band based out of Southern Indiana consisting of lead vocal & guitarist Scott Mason, Cindy Ray bassist and lead vocals, Jack Iden keyboard and vocals and Duane Vanderpool drums. The band plays festivals, class reunions, clubs and private parties throughout Indiana, Illinois and Kentucky. The band members have all worked for the Executive Inn Hotels and Casino Aztar as house band musicians. They are most proud of working with a wide range of national artists and working as session players for local T.V. and radio stations.They have most recently worked with country acts Joe Nichols, Exile, Confederate Railroad, Hank Williams Jr. and Alabama, rock acts such as 38 Special and John Mellencamp. Mason the band leader says the bands wide variety of music from working with these artist, along with their enter action and audience participation are the things that help make their concerts enjoyable for all ages and says their music will range from country to classic rock and 50's music with some audience sing alongs and a chicken dance or two. For more information or to contact the band, contact Scott Mason at 812-677-0692 or scottlmason@yahoo.com.
plots with their “Umah”. The ambitious may graduate to stacking boxes and creating pyramids of square foot gardening. Vertical gardening on trellises is also popular, allowing room for vine vegetables such as cucumbers and squash and even watermelon and pumpkins. A wealth of information is available at www.squarefootgardening.org. Family Matters Director Beth Russell invites volunteers to help with Planting Pride Community Gardens. Folks are needed to build the boxes, prepare the planting mixture and plant the vegetables in the eight 4x4 square foot gardening boxes going around town this year. The work will be done this Saturday, June 9. Anyone interested may call Russell at 838-6875, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
American Legion Auxillary News By Leacca Wilson The American Legion Auxiliary met at the Legion home May 23. President Jenny Witt opened the meeting with 12 members present. Chaplain Rosie Witt gave the opening prayer. Members pledged to the flag and recited the preamble. Secretary Leacca Wilson read roll call and minutes from previous meeting. Mary-Ann McGennis gave the treasurer’s report. New business, a motion made, seconded and carried to donate to the Mount Vernon Legion baseball team Post #5, and Relay for life. A report on poppy days from Linda Sharber. Motion made to pay all bills. Membership report 110%. Auxiliary received a ribbon
for over 100% membership this year. Good work! Linda reported on district meeting she attended at Jennyson, Ind. President and Chaplain did the Drapping of the Charter, members of the Auxiliary, they are Eva Yeida, Lorene Wild, Betty Stallman, Shirley Essary, Elizabeth Utley, Mary-Jo Hardy. A rose was placed in a basket for each member in their memory. June meeting installation of officers for 2012 - 2013. Business all taken care of the meeting was ajourned with closing prayer. Due allowance went to Noami Bell. Next meeting will be June 27, at the Legion home.
Creatures of the Night at APL The night is a strange and wondrous place filled with animals ideally suited for the dark. But you seldom have an opportunity to observe them in action. The Alexandrian Public Library 2012 Summer Reading Program will be presenting Creatures of the Night. on Wednesday, June 20 at 2
p.m. in the library meeting room. Silly Safaris funologist Coyote Chris will explore how animals survive in the dark. As always, this program will be a laugh-filled live animal show for all ages. This performance is free to the public. No registration necessary.
Pictured with their trophies from the spring recital at Zoar United Church of Christ in Evansville are (l) Rachael Bretz and (r) Alena Martin. Photo submitted
By Stanley Campbell this course will be held over a three day period. This course is intended for individuals 18 and older. There is no fee to take this course but registration is necessary and being taken now at the Adult Information Desk. The Laughs and Crafts Club On June 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 2 p.m. there is always a craft, Always a story, Always a snack and Always a good time. For kids who are entering kindergarten through fifth grade. Registration required. T.A.B. On June 18 at 3:30 p.m. attend the Teen Advisory Board Meeting. We will discuss programming, social networking and test out our ideas. Every week we will have a different project, so stop in for a snack and some good times. Special Needs Storytime On June 12 from 1:30 to 2:15 ages 9 and up will fly butterfly kites to music and make a washable watercolor butterfly craft. Registration is required and is being taken now. And ages 3 to 8 years old have their storytime adventure from 3 to 3:45 p.m. We will be reading “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” story and activities will include sensory play and a craft. Registration is required and is being taken now. Basic Knitting On June 13 and 27 at 10 a.m. Cheryl Carroll will re-
Second Street [in Mount Vernon], you have easier access to food at the convenience store rather than the grocery store, and you’ll have no ready access to produce. “ The 16 square-foot grid squares in a 4x4 garden can produce a lot of food. What each square holds depends on the distance required between plants. A gardener can place only one broccoli, cabbage, green pepper or tomato plant in a grid square, but can get 9 bush green beans in a grid square, planting them 4 inches apart. Multiples of radishes (up to 16) and onions can be grown in a grid square, too. “Square foot gardening is great to teach kids,” Owens states. Her two granddaughters, Piper (6) and Cadence (3) both become excited when they talk about helping to plant and water the garden
turn to the library to demonstrate how to stitch during our Basic Knitting Program. She will teach casting on, knit and purl, and biding off techniques. Yarn will be provided and a limited number of size 8 needles will be available to borrow from the library. No registration is necessary but space is limited. Busy Hands On June 13 and 27 at 10 a.m. there will be a gathering of crafters - we meet at 10 a.m. on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month unless the library is closed. If you quilt, knit, do tatting, crochet, etc. come and join the fun. Evansville Fire Family The Evansville Fire Family will be performing an indoor version of their traditional fire show featuring LED lights on June 13 at 2 p.m. This performance is suitable for all ages and is free to the public. In The Shadow of the Vampyre This teen program will take place June 13 at 5:30 p.m. Could she be the victim of a terrible accident at the KomixFest? But what about the BITE MARKS on her neck?! If you would like to help solve this case, register at the Alexandrian Public Library for the mystery program “In the Shadow of the Vampyre.” You are encouraged to come in costume. There will be prizes for both mystery win-
ners and for creative costumes! Anyone grades 6-12 is welcome to attend. Registration Required. LITerally Speaking Book Discussion This June 19 at 1 p.m., the LITerally Speaking book discussion group will discuss A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson. Library Hours Alexandrian Public Library is open Monday - Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., FridaySaturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. For additional information about library services or to register for a library program call 838-3286 or you can visit our website at http:// www.apl.lib.in.us . You can find us on Facebook.
Local musicians receive awards Fourteen area young people and piano students of Nancy Grahn participated in a spring recital held Sunday, May 20, at Zoar United Church of Christ in Evansville. Those participating were Alana Bredemeier, Ruth Ann Meyer, Rachael Newman, Jonathan Dill, Clay Douglas, Carter Hannah, Stephanie Wilson, Autumn Glass, Olivia Brenton, Kelsey Brown, Alena Martin, Kane Jones, Joe Glass, and Rachael Bretz. Following the recital, those who had entered the Federation Music Festival held April 21 at Harrison High School received their ribbons and certificates. Two students earned at least 15 points and their first gold cup: Olivia Brenton and Carter Hannah. Two students earned over 125 points, and their fifth gold cup: Rachael Bretz and Alena Martin. Rachael Bretz was recognized for being eligible and participating in the Evansville Federation Honors Recital and playoff held April 29. The Indiana Federation of Music Clubs promotes study and stimulates interest in both modern American and world music literature. It provides scholarships for summer music camps and for college music majors. Nancy Grahn has been a Federation teacher for over 25 years.
BUY LOCAL, BUY FRESH Posey County Farm Bureau Inc is again proud to sponsor the WADESVILLE FARMERS MARKET beginning Thursday, May 31st through August 30th, from 3-6 p.m. in the empty lot across from Subway Sandwiches on highway 66.
We also encourage everyone to try these other farmers markets: • POSEYVILLE • Starting Saturday May 12th from 9am. - 1 pm. (by the water tower)
• MT. VERNON • Starting Tuesday, June 19th from 2pm - 6 p.m. (next to McDonalds)
• NEW HARMONY • Saturdays from 9am. - 1 pm. (at Church Park, across from the WMI Library)
Sponsored by your local POSEY COUNTY FARM BUREAU, INC.
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SOCIAL Ribeyre celebration set for June 16 The Ribeyre Gymnasium Restoration Group invites you to join them Saturday, June 16, 2012 at the Ribeyre Gymnasium in New Harmony, Indiana for “A Celebration of 10 Years Restoration & Renovation”. Dinner served at 6 p.m. Program to follow will review the accomplishments of the project with comments by former RGRG Presidents. Tickets $10 per person. For reservations mail payment to: Brenda Butman, PO Box
Justin Rutledge and Jacqueline Pierce John and Julie Pierce of Wadesville and Roger and Tonya Rutledge of Poseyville are pleased to announce the upcoming marriage of their children, Jacqueline Leigh Pierce and Justin Henry Rutledge. The high school sweethearts are both 2006 graduates of North Posey High School. Jacqueline is a 2011 graduate of the University of Southern Indiana with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, and is employed at St. Mary’s Medical Center as a Registered Nurse. Justin is continuing his education at the University of Southern Indiana in Criminal Justice and Business Administration. He is a 2011 graduate of the Kentucky Law Enforcement Academy and is employed at the Henderson Police Department as a Police Officer. The couple will be married July 7, 2012 at Turning Pointe United Methodist Church in Evansville, Ind. Formal invitations have been sent.
485, New Harmony, Ind. 47631.You may also phone 812-682-3064 or email bsbutman@aol.com with your name and number of reservations then make payment at door. Reservations must be received by June 12. This is a public event so share this information with family, friends, and community. We invite all to join us as we recognize those who have worked so hard to ensure the future of this building.
APL to host Van Gogh Exhibit From June 7 to June 18 the Alexandrian Public Library will be displaying a Teacher’s Discovery Traveling Exhibit featuring the fascinating paintings of Vincent van Gogh, including a giant reproduction of Starry Night. The exhibit celebrates art, French language, French and Dutch culture and history. Exhibit includes reproductions of: “Starry Night”, “Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear and Pipe”, and “Yellow Wheat and Cypress-
SMG announces new “Movies on Main Street” June 15, 16 Join us this summer downtown at the Victory Theatre for the new “Movies on Main Street “! The same great free family-friendly films and food specials you enjoyed at Mesker Amphitheatre in the air conditioned comfort of the beautiful Victory Theatre. We are all set for opening night on June 15-16, 2012 with “Big Miracle” on Friday night and “Dr. Suess: The Lorax” on Saturday. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. with the show starting at 7:30 p.m. Each night will have a newly released family film and full concessions available with food specials including hot off the grill $1 hot
es” (7 feet by 17 feet); “Café Terrace at Night” (4 feet by 8 feet); and “Trees in the Garden of Saint-Paul Hospital” (4 feet by 4 feet). The exhibit will be located in the Alexandrian Public Library foyer for public viewing during regular library hours. The library is located a 115 West Fifth Street in Mount Vernon, Indiana.
Robb Township to hold Class Reunion Attendees of the Robb Township School in Poseyville will hold their 37th Annual Alumni Reunion on Saturday, June 9, at 5 p.m. at the St. Francis Cafeteria in Poseyville. For reservations, please send $15 to Billie Sue Robinson, 314 Greenfield Road, Evansville, Ind. 47715 by June 1. 2012.
To enroll in summer lessons, please call the park office 682-4821. A limited number of children will be enrolled. Lesson fees must be paid at the park office only between the hours of 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. 7 days per week. Payment must be received by Friday, June 15 for the first session and July 9 for the second session.
dogs and hamburgers. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and the movie will begin at 7:30 p.m. To join the fun, pick up a FREE Admission Pass at the following sponsor locations: Wesselman’s Groceries, News4U Magazine, The Centre, WABX, Hot 96, WIKY, 93.5 The Wolf, JackFM, WEVV-CBS44, FOX44, Bunny Bread, Garrett Printing and Graphics and Pepsi Cola Offices. We look forward to seeing you this summer and once again, this event is family friendly, Posey County Sheriff FREE and fun for all ages! For more informaGreg Oeth has announced tion, call 812-435-5770. the 33rd annual Indiana Sheriff's Youth Leadership Camp Program. Two camp sessions will held be this year for ining Reception on Thursday, exhibit, and June 7, 2012 from 6 to 7:30 On the night of the recep- terested students. Pine Creek p.m. tion only, we will be fea- Camp in Pine Village, (WarFeatured Artist: “Reflec- turing some stunning work ren County) will serve as a tions of Posey County” by from invited special guest campsite for the northern porDolly Miller-Brennan*In artists: Pottery by Julie By- tion of Indiana. Dates for the loving memory of her sister czynski and Amy Moore; Pine Creek Camp are June 13 Beverly Taylor* (Portion Handcrafted Jewelry by through June 15. Waycross of Dolly’s proceeds will Becky Kiesel; Handmade Episcopal Camp in Morgango to the North Posey Art Goats Milk Soap by Jerri town, (Brown County) will Club and the Beverly Taylor Lee Lamar; Handmade serve as the location for the Scholarship Fund) Dulcimers, Etched Glass, southern portion of IndiThe Red Wagon culi- Ceramics and Air Brushing ana. Dates for the Waycross nary artist, “Chef Brent Presented By Rick Huffman Episcopal Camp are July 10 Tharp”, is presenting an ar- from the “Creation Station” through July 12. The Sheriff's Youth Leadray of mouthwatering hors New Harmony, Indiana; d’oeuvres and wine, served and Book Signing by Denise ership Camp is a program by the fantastic servers of Rapp, Author and Illustrator provided by the Indiana Sheriffs' Association for boys and the Red Wagon, for this spe- of Children’s Books. cial occasion. $5 at Entry, children and girls currently in the 7th or 8th grade, who might have In addition to the opening students free an interest in learning more of our colorful new summer
the Night, and Between the Covers. Prize incentives will be given along the way, so be sure to start your summer out right by reading with the Poseyville Carnegie Public Library. This week’s activities include: · PreK Story Time – Mon-
By Amy Effinger day at 11:30 am ·Kindergarten-2nd Grade activity – Tuesday at 10 a.m. ·3rd-6th grade activity – Tuesday at 2 p.m. ·Young Adult activity for 7th grade and up – Wednesday at 2 p.m. ·Outdoor Obstacle course for all ages – Thursday at 2
p.m. ·Ladies Tea Party – Saturday at 1 p.m. We look forward to serving you this summer at Poseyville Carnegie Public Library; your library for information, programs, technology, and entertainment.
Groundbreaking set Poseyville Town Hall will have a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, June 7 at 9 a.m.
Members of the CVS Relay for Life Team await the Luminary during the Mount Vernon Relay for Life are Darlene Ghrist, Chelsea Roach, Kate Offerman, and Shelby Clark. Photo by Josh Koch
‘Smoke on the Ohio’ deadline is Aug. 20 "Smoke on the Ohio," in its fourth year, has become a crowd favorite with visitors to Mount Vernon River Days. The barbecue cookoff is back again in 2012 with as many as 25 teams "Smokin’ & Serving." Ed Adams is the coordinator of Smoke on the Ohio, which will be located on Water Street just a few hundred yards from the "Beautiful Ohio." "The whole downtown area will be overcome by the sweet smoky aroma of slow cooked BBQ as these teams are competing for both cash and unique trophies; but, most of all, some will walk away knowing that they beat those that were up for the challenge," Adams remarked. Judging will be in three categories: ribs, chicken and pork butts. Judging results will be announced on the main stage at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. The teams are allowed to sell any type of BBQ to the public and are not limited to the three competition categories; teams in the past
The Brenner family will have their reunion on Saturday, July 7, 2012, from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. at the Discovery Lodge, Burdette Park
Evansville, Indiana. Contact: BrennerFamilyHistory@ gmail.com. Go online at http://sites.google.com/site/ BrennerFamilyHistory/.
Session I • Dates: June 18 – 28 (Monday –Thursday for two weeks) • Time: 10 – 10:50 • Ages: 4 – 12 • Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced Cost: $20 per child (Does not include gate fee) Session II • Dates: July 9 – 19 (Mon-
day – Thursday for two weeks) • Time: 10:00 – 10:50 • Ages: 4-12 • Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced • Cost: $20 per child (Does not include gate fee) Each swimmer who attends all 8 classes will receive 4 free one day admissions to the pool.
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Poseyville Carnegie Library News After a successful Kickoff Party, the Summer Reading Program is underway! We are still taking registrations throughout the summer if you haven’t signed up yet. We will be having programs for all ages that revolve around the themes of Dream Big! Read, Own
Brenner Family Reunion set for July 7
Harmonie State Park now offering swimming lessons
Summer Art Show Opening Reception June 7 “The Red Lantern Gallery” (Located in the Banquet Room of the Red Wagon Restaurant 6950 N. Frontage Road, Poseyville, Ind. 47633) Summer Art Show Open-
William Lane Willis Rod and Kassey Willis of Evansville, Ind. are proud to announce the birth of their son, William Lane Willis, born May 7, 2012, at Women’s Deaconess Gateway at 8:11 a.m. William weighed 7 lbs., 8 oz. and was 19 1/2 in. long. Maternal grandparents are Ron & Dawn Harness of Cynthiana. Great grandparents are Cathy Warren & late William Larry Warren, Janet George & Late Duane George from Smithland, Ky, and Elizabeth Willis from Evansville, Ind. Paternal grandparents are Steve and Candy Willis from Mount Vernon. Gaby was welcomed home by her older sister, Paige (2).
have sold slabs of ribs, half chickens, BBQ sandwiches, smoked pork chops...all of competition quality. Selling will take place on both Friday and Saturday, September 7 and 8. They will not be selling on Sunday. Adams may be reached via email at adamsed85@yahoo.com or by phone at 812838-0035. It is hoped that as many as 25 teams will be signed up by the August 20, 2012 deadline. Last year 16 teams competed. Teams will move in on Thursday night, September 6 and be ready for competition and selling to the public by the time the River Days Festival opens at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 7. "Smoke on the Ohio" is just one of the many events that will be taking place on Mount Vernon’s Riverfront on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, September 7, 8, and 9. Larry Williams is chairman of River Days this year. Kay Kilgore (483-2922) is chairman of Events and Entertainment, and Nancy Hoehn (499-4234) is chairman of Food Booths.
about possible careers in law enforcement or the field of criminal justice. The camps provide a very meaningful experience and develop relationships with other campers from throughout the state and numerous county sheriff officers who serve as counselors and instructors.
Any boy or girl in the 7th or 8th grade who would like to attend or have more information about the camps should contact Sheriff Oeth or their school counselor. Posey County Sheriff Administrative Offices can be reached at 812-838-3541.
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‘Daniel’s Courage in Captivity’ VBS at St. Matthews June 18-22
Daniel was way more than the guy who survived a den of hungry lions! St. Matthew Catholic Church and Trinity United Church of Christ present “Daniel’s Courage in Captivity” June 18-22 from 9 -11 a.m. The fun each day begins at Trinity Church located at the corner of Mulberry and Fifth Streets in Mount Vernon. This Vacation Bible School invites all community children ages four through eleven to travel back in time to meet Daniel, who was torn from his home and forced into the king’s service. Imagine the pressure of learning a new language and culture. Imagine being forced to change your name and the shock of discovering your best friends have been Pictured is the mission team from First Presbyterian Church in Mount Vernon right before they headed to Henryville on Sunday, June 3. The team will help clear a resident’s yard of debris deposited by the March 2 Henryville tossed into a fiery furnace! tornado as well as bring Vacation Bible School to area children this week. Kneeling up front (L to R) are Sally Ju- Kids, whether they come lian and Martha Alldredge; behind them stand Tyler Davis, Joseph Julian, Jessica Robinson, the Rev. Monica Gould one day or all five days, and Kaysie Collins with Brenna Julian squeezing in to wish everyone a good trip; in the back row trying to hide are will find that they’re not (L to R) Walt Brunton and Don Julian. Photo by Jim Robinson much different from Daniel
and his friends, who kept their faith in a faithless culture. Kids and adults will explore exotic sights, smells, and food in a Babylonian bazaar, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, visit Daniel, and collect Memory Makers that remind them that God is always with them. Plus, everyone will learn to look for evidence of God all around them through something called God Sightings. Kids and adults will reach out to kids through both a local charity and a hands-on mission project called Operation Kidto-Kid, in which “tribal groups” will collect loose change for mosquito nets to combat malaria. For more information, call 457-3665. Call the offices of St. Matthew (838-2535) or Trinity (8383805) to save time by obtaining an advance registration form.
Grace College Alpha Chi Chapter attends Regional Convention, boasts winners Grace College’s Alpha Chi, an honor’s society consisting of over 300 chapters across the U.S., recently returned from attending the super-regional convention in Baltimore, MD. Nine students went to the convention led by Joseph Lehmann, English professor at Grace and the chapter’s faculty sponsor. Out of the six students that presented, two students—Rebecca Roberts and Emily Metcalf—were awarded prizes for the best presentation in their areas; Metcalf for art and Roberts for World History. Additionally, Hannah Harmsen won a fellowship from the Alpha Chi National Council for her research on acute intermittent porphyria, a type of blood disease. Outside of awards, Alysha Mroczka was elected to a two-year term as student representative from Region V to the Alpha Chi National Convention, and Professor Lehmann was elected to a two-year term as President of the region.
“I was very impressed with my peers and their presentations! Each of the people on the trip had their own area of excellence and it was great to discover this,” said Metcalf of the experience. She added that, not only was the trip itself an enjoyable experience, but also that the opportunity to intermingle with students from other schools was priceless. “I enjoyed the convention because it provided opportunity to connect with other students from around the country, particularly those from other schools in our own region.” Those who participated in this year’s presentations included: Abby Dutcher, Education, “Data-Informed Instruction” Hannah Harmsen, Health Science, “Confronting the Unknown: Acute Intermittent Porphyria” Valerie Munoz, Education, “Elementary Teacher’s Attitudes Towards Cultural Diversity”
Connor Park, Creative Writing, “An Excerpt from Epiphany Brew” Rebecca Roberts, World History, “Gender Roles and Social Upheaval in Stalinist Russia” Emily Metcalf, Visual Arts, “Personal Relics” Alpha Chi was founded in 1922 as a coeducational society whose purpose is to promote academic excellence and exemplary character among college and university students and to honor those achieving such distinction. The main purpose of the super-regional convention is to encourage academic excellence by providing an opportunity to present their scholarship to an audience of their peers. Grace College and Seminary is an evangelical Christian community of higher education which offers undergraduate and graduate degrees and applies biblical values in strengthening character, sharpening competence, and preparing for service. The Semi-
nary is conservative, evangelical, and has a rich tradition of sound biblical education that prepares men and women for both local and global church ministry. All of the institution’s academic, residential, athletic, and social priorities are designed to encourage intellectual and spiritual growth in a supportive campus community. Grace College also offers convenient and flexible online and hybrid-online graduate degrees and an on-campus or online degree completion program. The newest initiative—Grace College Weber School—is a highly-affordable, easily-accessible two-year degree program in Fort Wayne and Indianapolis. Grace has historically been among the top schools of its size and listed in U.S. News & World Report as one of America’s Best Colleges. The Princeton Review has regularly awarded it the title of a “Best Midwestern College.” The 180-acre main campus is located in the historic resort town of Winona Lake, near Warsaw, Indiana.
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Derrick Dietz develops new product After spending two weeks in an intensive summer course, University of Evansville student Derrick Dietz has helped design a new product that may go to market as part of Evansville sporting goods company Escalade Sports' portfolio. Dietz, a resident of Mount Vernon, is majoring in Mechanical Engineering. Dietz is one of six students enrolled in Business 380 (Applied Product Development), an interdisciplinary two-week course conducted as a collaboration between UE's Schroeder Family School of Business Administration and the College of Engineering and Computer Science. Students split into two competitive teams that worked from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. each weekday - with additional hours outside of class - to develop a superior
product and a business plan for Escalade Sports. They made their final presentations to company executives, who will select the winning project and award that team $1,000 along with the possibility of seeing their work become a commercial product. All of the students signed non-disclosure agreements to protect Escalade Sports and the intellectual property that is the final product of their work. If the company takes either product to market in the future, the UE students will be named as inventors on any patents applied for. Rick Deer, a local entrepreneur and graduate of UE's College of Engineering and Computer Science and its Executive Master of Business Administration program, co-taught the course with John Layer,
assistant professor of mechanical engineering. "This course provides a great introduction to the intense nature of product development, from working long hours into the night to fielding questions from corporate executives during the final pitch," Layer added. "Once again this year, our students rose to the challenge, and we're very proud of the tireless energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism they've shown throughout this process." Additional funding for the project was provided by the Lilly Endowment Inc. and the Institute for Global Enterprise in Indiana. On the web: http://readabout.me/achievements/ Derrick-Dietz-of-MountVernon-Develops-NewP r o d u c t - f o r- S p o r t i n g Goods-Company/4048162.
Indiana State University announces Dean’s List Indiana State University has announced its dean’s list for the spring semester. Students must have a 3.5 grade point average
or above on a 4.0 scale in order to be eligible for the dean’s list at Indiana State. Area students making the spring 2012 ISU dean’s
list include Matthew Culley of Evansville and Joseph Anderson and Cody Martin, both of Mount Vernon.
Four St. Philip School educators earn recognition for classroom performance Four local teachers have received national recognition for outstanding performance in education. Ellie Naas, who teaches first grade at St. Philip School, and Jenny Burris, third grade teacher, were both awarded Reading Model & Master Classroom Certifications by Renaissance Learning, a Wisconsin Rapids, Wis., based company. This is Mrs. Naas’ fifth year to earn both certifications and Mrs. Burris’ third year. Karen Stewart, first grade teacher, and Carrie Boehman, second grade teacher, also earned awards this year from Renaissance Learning. Reading Master Classroom certification indicates that St. Philip teacher’s dedication to implement the company’s Accelerated Reader Best Practices to a high degree has resulted in measurable improvements in their class’s reading performance over an 18-week period. Model classroom involves working on reading performance over a 12-week period. These include allocating 30 minutes daily for students to engage in independent reading practice, monitoring student progress, diagnosing reading problems, setting goals, and motivating their readers. “I am very impressed by the hard work and dedication both the teachers and stu-
dents at St. Philip have. They make us proud every year by working to achieve Model and Master Classroom status according to the Renaissance Learning standards,” said Mrs. Lodato Dickel, Principal at St. Philip Catholic School. “We know our community is great but this type of award shows both students and parents what a little extra effort can do for everyone. As we know, reading is fundamental to all other learning and our students are on their way to being great readers!” St. Philip School held a Reading Celebration Day for the students and teachers in grades 1-3. Sponsored by the St. Philip PTO, the students received individual medals during an award ceremony, enjoyed an inflatable obstacle course, and devoured delicous ice cream sundaes! Renaissance Learning developed the Accelerated Reader software more than 25 years ago to help teachers accurately and efficiently monitor the quantity and comprehension of their students’ reading practice. After reading a book at the appropriate level, students take a comprehension quiz at a computer. Teachers can use Accelerated Reader’s immediate feedback on reading and vocabulary growth to motivate and monitor student growth.
Left to right, in Escalade Sports' showroom: Rick Deer (co-taught the course), Clint Hoskins, Sam Mires, Phoebe Hodina, Shawn Mayo, Monika Kirkiewicz, Derrick Dietz, John Layer (co-taught the course). Photo submitted
Local Students named to University of Evansville Dean’s List The following local students earned a position on the University of Evansville Dean's List for academic achievements during the Spring Semester 2012. • Andrew Abad of Mount Vernon, majoring in Biology • Daniele Albrecht of Mount Vernon, majoring in Elementary Education • Masoz Blankenship of Evansville, majoring in Computer Science • Kayla Brenton of Wadesville, majoring in Elementary Education • Sara Buente of Evansville, majoring in Spanish • Heidi Cotner of Mount Vernon, majoring in Elementary Education • Shannon Dick of Mount Vernon, majoring in Pre Physical Therapy • Jenna Fischer of Evansville, majoring in Pre Physical Therapy • Alissa Fricke of Evansville, majoring in Com-
munication • Michael Huff of Evansville, majoring in Mathematics • Alyssa Key of Mount Vernon, majoring in Communication • Jamie Kissel of Evansville, majoring in Nursing • Neeley Koester of Evansville, majoring in Communication • Isaac Martin of Cynthiana, majoring in Sociology • Amanda Merkley of Evansville, majoring in Psychology • Samantha Neidig of Wadesville, majoring in Pre Physical Therapy • Kathryn O'Brien of Mount Vernon, majoring in Visual Communication Design • Elizabeth Reis of Evansville, majoring in Mathematics • Drew Reisinger of Evansville, majoring in Mathematics • Patrick Scates of Mt. Ver-
non, majoring in Global Leadership • Logan Schmitt of Poseyville, majoring in Business • Joshua Stauber of Evansville, majoring in Management • Herbert Tomlinson of Mt Vernon, majoring in Global Leadership • Amanda Topper of Evansville, majoring in Visual Communication Design • Tyler Tungate of Evansville, majoring in Computer Science • Amanda Werry of Poseyville, majoring in Physical Therapy • Heather Williams of Mt. Vernon, majoring in Organizational Leadership • Carly Zenthoefer of Evansville, majoring in Physical Therapist Assistance The students made the Dean's List by achieving at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale.
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BUSINESS
City approves Lion’s Club request for street use during July 3 fireworks By Pam Robinson The Mount Vernon Board of Public Works and Safety received an update on the sewer project at the Thursday, May 31, meeting. Megan Hollander with the Economic Development Coalition of Southwest Indiana presented project claims for signature: $47,807 from Bernardin Lochmueller & Associates, or BLA, and $857,600 from Kieffer Brothers. Then, Aaron Burke of BLA provided the board with a change order for the project totaling $265,000 plus 10 days for a total of 40 days and a 2.45 percent change. Mayor John Tucker pointed out that the changes will not affect the rates. Tucker commended Wastewater Superintendent Rodney Givens and city officials on the project, being completed with $6.5 million in grant funds. He stated that the project had been mandated by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management, or IDEM, to correct combined sewer overflows, or CSO’s. He noted that the City of Mount Vernon will be CSO compliant by the end of this year. In other business: •Mayor John Tucker reported the city had received its advance on the tax settlement in the amount of $1,098,292.04 (a little over $1 million). •The board approved the purchase of 15 Glock Generation 4 guns for the police de-
partment from Jenkins (offering the highest value for gun trade-in) in the amount of $2,555. •The board approved the sewer department standard operating procedures, or SOPs, as presented. •It was the consensus of the board for Wastewater Superintendent Rodney Givens to look into new office equipment from Business Equipment, keeping in mind his department’s $4,000 office allowance. •The board approved the use of city streets for a foot race on Saturday, July 21, 7 to 8:30 a.m. The street department will provide the barricades for this fundraiser to benefit the Mount Vernon junior and senior high school athletic department. Proof of insurance is on file. •The board approved the Lions Club’s request to block city streets as needed at the riverfront to set off fireworks on Tuesday evening, July 3. •The board gave permission to block 5th Street from Mulberry to Walnut, Monday through Friday, June 18-22, from 9 to 11 a.m. for the vacation Bible school sponsored by Trinity United Church of Christ and St. Matthew Catholic Church. The Mount Vernon Board of Public Works and Safety will meet again in two weeks on Thursday, June 14, 4 p.m., in the City Hall Annex.
Five year-old Charlie Hargove gets all excited playing football on the infield during the Mount Vernon Relay for Life festivities Saturday night. Photo by Josh Koch
Yield determination underway now The 2012 U.S. average corn yield will be one of the dominant factors in determining the level of corn prices over the next year. Expectations about that yield have started at a pretty high level, but the critical period for yield determination is really just beginning. What do we know about yield potential as the summer growing season begins? The most important development to date is the generally timely planting of the crop. There is a relatively wide window of planting dates for maximum corn yield potential, with yield penalties associated with late planting. Since corn planting dates vary considerably by geographic area, corn planting occurs over a period of several weeks, and corn planting has been occurring earlier over time, there may be a number of ways to characterize timeliness of planting on a national basis. For the period beginning in 1986, we have defined late planting as the percentage of the crop planted after May 20 in the major corn producing states included in the USDA's Crop Progress report. This year, only four percent of the corn crop in the 18 major corn producing states was planted after May 20. That is the smallest percentage of the crop planted late during the 27 year period
State Sen. Jim Tomes (R-Wadesville) meets with Canadian Consul General Roy Norton and local Chamber of Commerce officials on Friday, May 25, at the Old National Bank building in downtown Evansville. Tomes was the only Indiana legislator to attend Norton’s presentation on the jobs and economic development generated from trade between the United States and Canada. “Promoting Indiana as a business-friendly state to encourage local job creation is a top priority for me as a legislator,” Tomes said. “I enjoy meeting with Hoosiers, as well as individuals at the national and global levels, who can help keep me informed on issues affecting economic development. Consul General Norton brought many interesting points to light, including the fact that approximately 6,700 jobs in Vanderburgh County alone are directly related to Canadian By Valerie Werkmeister trade and investment.” Pictured from left to right: Kim Ottilie, Chamber of Commerce One day. One night. One of Southwest Indiana (CCSI) vice president of public policy; Tomes; Matt Meadors, CCSI president and chief executive officer; Norton; Kathy Briscoe, CCSI board of fight. These are the words that sum up what the Ameridirectors chair-elect; and Jeff Deig, CCSI board of directors chair. Photo submitted can Cancer Society’s, Relay for Life is all about. It is one By Dave Morlock way that a community can come together to show their The Keck Gonnerman Company reached ing bailer, to dealerships in Indiana, Missouri support in the fight against out past Posey County, here is some informa- and Kentucky. In the same period, thousands cancer. It is a group of dedition on the impact this company had further of Kay Gee straw walkers and straw spread- cated individuals who have away ers for operation with combines were built at planned and coordinated fundraisers for months to raise Location of the company from its incep- the Mt. Vernon plant. tion until it sold was in Mt. Vernon, but its The varied and efficient skills represented money for a cure. It is a way sales extended over grain belts in both the in the company’s employees produced siz- to remember and honor the United States and Canada. At the peak of able income for Keck Gonnerman in the memory of loved ones who its operation, it had the largest payroll in the manufacture of mining machinery, begun in have passed from this despiMt.Vernon area with more than 200 male em- 1904. Before the installation of boat building cable disease. The North Posey Relay ployees. Moreover, 85 per cent of these em- and boat services facilities in large number ployees were skilled workmen. along the Ohio River, inland water transpor- for Life Committee is workThe company had branches in St. Louis, tation firms found the Mount Vernon Compa- ing hard to finalize plans for Mo., Peoria, Ill. and Edmonton, Alberta, ny capable of making parts for and repairing their Relay for Life event this Canada. Threshers bearing the ‘Kay-Gee’ marine equipment and the Kay Gee machine Saturday, June 9, beginning name of excellence were exported to Cuba shops hummed with their contribution to the at noon at the North Posey to thresh rice. When grain combining devel- expanding traffic along Midwest waterways. High School track. This year, oped, the Mount Vernon Company manufac- Keck Gonnerman even devoted several years North Posey is charged with tured thresher bodies that were converted by efforts to make a tungnut picker or gatherer meeting a goal of raising small manufactures into soybean combines for tungnut plantations in the Southland. in Michigan and rice combines in California. But it was in the manufacture of mobile In the early 1940’s Keck Gonnerman distrib- steam engines and threshers (called ‘separauted Allis Chalmers farm implements and the tors’ by many users) that Kay Gee achieved Ann Arbor bailer, the first successful self ty- its peak operation and continental reputation.
since 1986. On average, 18 percent of the crop was planted after May 20 from 1986 through 2011. There were 9 other years when less than 10 percent of the crop was planted after May 20. In those 9 years, the U.S. average yield was within two bushels of the trend yield in 5 years. Large deviations from trend yield occurred in the early-planted years of 1987 (+ 8 bushels), 1988 (-29 bushels), and 1992 (+16.8 bushels). These yield results are not especially informative for forming expectations about the average yield in 2012. Planting date may be important for yield potential with everything else equal, but summer weather conditions ultimately determine the level of yields. The small percentage of the crop planted late this year suggests that the U.S. average yield will be higher than if a normal percentage had been planted late, but the level of yields is still to be determined. In addition to yield prospects, the expected size of the 2012 crop will be impacted by the magnitude of planted and harvested acreage. The USDA will provide survey-based estimates in the Acreage report to be released on June 29. New crop corn prices are expected to remain under pressure as long as large crop expectations prevail.
North Posey Relay for Life this Saturday
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$79,000. A cancer survivor’s breakfast will begin at 11 a.m. in the cafeteria. This year’s theme, Season of Hope, describes how cancer can affect anyone no matter when or where. Relay teams will reflect their version of this theme in their tent decorations and banner designs. Judges will give awards for the best design. There are fun activities planned throughout the day to keep everyone energized. They include a “Minute to Win It” contest, frozen t-shirt contest, signature bingo, kiddie parade, Zumba, midnight pizza party, a Miss Relay contest, in which the guys dress up like the gals, crazy purple lap and of course, the luminary ceremony at 9 p.m. A live auction will be held at 6 p.m. with Chris Mulkey serving as the auctioneer.
The Relay Committee is also trying to do its part in helping fill the needs at local food pantries by requesting canned food item donations. Canned food will be used as weights for the luminary bags and the candles will be placed on top. The community is asked to donate its spare change, particularly quarters for the “Got a Quarter, Give a Quarter” campaign. Each quarter will be placed on the track with the goal of encircling the entire track. Each year, North Posey gets closer and closer to reaching that goal by going further than the previous year. Anyone who would like to make a donation, but is unable to attend this Saturday’s Relay event should contact Carolyn Higginson at 8743184 or Mary Peach at 8743629.
United Way to offer workshop June 21 The United Way of Posey County announces a workshop designed to help nonprofit organizations increase their knowledge of how to get the best possible results for their programs and organization by measuring results or outcomes. The workshop, offered in cooperation with the Indiana Nonprofit Resource Network, will be Thursday, June 21, 2012, from 5:30 to 7:15 p.m. at the Alexandrian Public Library, 115 West Fifth Street, Mount Vernon, Indiana. Refreshments will be provided. The presenter is June Miller, who has been involved in training for over 20 years, is trained in board governance by Board Source, and is a Certified Training Professional. Attendance is open to all area nonprofit organizations for a
registration fee of $10 per person. Staff, Board members, and volunteers of member agencies of the United Way of Posey County are eligible for scholarships provided by the United Way of Posey County and may attend at no cost. Registration is required for all attendees. The deadline for registration is June 14. Call the United Way of Posey County at 838-3637 or email to uwposey@sbcglobal.net for more information, and to register for the workshop. You will have an opportunity to learn more about why grantmakers and other funders are requiring outcomes measurement, a workable definition of outcomes, and how to use outNew Harmony High School Class of 1964 friends Steve Johnson of Mount Vernon comes measurement to improve your programs and Dan Ford of Tulsa, Oklahoma enjoy a Murphy Park picnic. Photo submitted and organization and receive more funding.
How to find the right internship Recent college grads have found the job market to be somewhat underwhelming. Gaining the attention of a prospective employer is never easy, and it’s even less so when the economy is struggling. One of the ways current students or even recent graduates can make themselves more attractive to prospective employers is to find the right internship. Internships are not always easy to get, and many of them don’t pay. But students who find the right internship often look back and recognize that their internship was their first step toward a rewarding career, and a step that provided valuable insight into their chosen field. To find the right internship, consider the following tip. Work with your school. Whether you’re
in college or you’re that rare high schooler looking for an internship, lean on your school for direction and advice. Colleges and universities have career centers that can help you gain an internship. They can assist you through access to job listings and by providing advice on crafting resumes and cover letters or tips on how to interview. In addition to your school’s career center, speak to professors in your desired field and seek their advice. Many professors likely have experience in the field outside of the classroom and might even still work in the field, be it full-time or as a consultant. These professors can point you toward job opportunities or give you advice on what prospective employers are looking for from an intern.
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LEGALS Court News Arrests May 25 Alan Mabrey—Mount Vernon—Operating While Intoxicated, Public Intoxication—ISP May 26 James Cutchin—Carmi, Ill.—Operating While Intoxicated—PCS May 27 Sam Turpin—Mount Vernon—Minor in Possession—PCS Jordan Wooten—Mount Vernon—Minor in Possession—PCS
the house. Caller left the scene—Munchoff, Mount Vernon 7:52 p.m.—Fight—8 kids fighting in a boat— Mount Vernon riverfront, Mount Vernon 8:21 p.m.—Medical— Has a weapon—S Church, Poseyville 10:11 p.m.—Welfare Check—Kids inside while dad is outside parting and drinking. It is her night and she let him have them, so she is concerned for their well being. Would like a call from officer when confirmed safe—Shireman, Wadesville
cab, has cut caller off with a trailer. Caller is having to swerve to keep him from hitting her—Hwy 62, Mount Vernon 6:08 p.m.—Suspicious Odor—Strange smell— Princeton St, Wadesville 6:26 p.m.—Fight—People screaming, unknown— E Water, Mount Vernon 6:59 p.m.—Accident—1 motorcycle accident— Springfield and Record, Mount Vernon 7:44 p.m.—Reckless— Purple van. 3 kids driving van, possibly a young child driving. One standing on floorboard driving— Cheshire Dr, Mount Vernon
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May 28 Rachel Osborne—Mount Ve r n o n — T r e s p a s s — MVPD Gregory Probst—address unknown—Disorderly Conduct—PCS Dara Chamberlain— Mount Vernon—WarrantTheft—PCS Susanna Kester—Mount Vernon—Driving While Suspended—MVPD May 29 Katie McCarty—Mount Vernon—Battery, Public Intoxication—PCS Complaints May 20 4:27 a.m.—Suspicious— Caller advised there is a male subject laying in the road. Caller didn’t want to get close enough to give a description or advise if the subject is breathing. Caller advised he will stay in the area to prevent anyone from running him over. Caller called back and advised he pulled up to the subject, blew his horn at him, and the subject jumped up. The caller is leaving the area now that he knows the subject will move—Zoar Church Road, Mount Vernon 3:08 p.m.—Accident—87 Mercedes Benz, brown, hit a sign. No injuries. Just get reported—Old Hwy 69, Mount Vernon 3:22 p.m.—Standby— Wants to get son’s girlfriend and son will not let her go. Son is on drugs— Mount Vernon Police Station, Mount Vernon 4:12 p.m.---Threatening—Son is in the roadway, sitting now but was inside the house tearing stuff up. She is outside the house and afraid to go in. After talking to the caller, the son came outside and was walking off and then just sat in the roadway saying he is going to wait for the police. Heard the subject calling the caller names—E Sycamore, Mount Vernon 4:22 p.m.—Suspicious— Guy laying beside road and said he is trying to get to another state. Red shirt and black pants, carrying a bag—Dogwood, Mount Vernon 7:21 p.m.—Medical— Seizure—Huck’s, Mount Vernon 7:25 p.m.—Fight—Big fight. Subjects ran inside
8:26 a.m.—Custodial— Advised ex-wife refusing to give caller the child back. Advised has paperwork he is to have child—Green Meadow Court, Wadesville 4:13 p.m.—VIN Inspection—Mobile home—Barter Road, Mount Vernon 5:50 p.m.—Sex Offense—Father and wife are believed to have been verbally, physical, and emotionally. Daughter is really pale and throws up and sad—Motz Road, Wadesville 5:51 p.m.—Juvenile Problem—Advised he had a problem with a juvenile in the park earlier. Tried to start a fire at a shelter house in the park. Advised the subject to leave and he has came back. Got a call he is back at the park again. Requesting an officer to escort him out of the park—Cynthiana Park, Cynthiana 8:17 p.m.—Alarm— Tri-County Equipment— Poseyville 8:28 p.m.—Medical—55 year-old female—Manor Lane, Mount Vernon May 22 3:48 a.m.—Alcohol Offense—Son is intoxicated. Would like to talk to a deputy—S Cale St, Poseyville 3:57 a.m.—Suspicious— Vehicle parked at South Terrace, unattended— Blairsville 4:08 a.m.—Alcohol Offense—Male subject is drunk. He is yelling at caller’s mom. They are currently inside the residence. Caller questioned why it was taking so long for officers to get there—S Cale St, Poseyville 7:48 a.m.—Property Damage—Knocked his motorcycle over while moving the lawnmower. Insurance company informed him he needed a report— Hwy 165, Poseyville 7:57 a.m.—Information—Caller advised an older model white Buick, 80’s or 90’s model, drove up her driveway, backed up, and went to next door neighbor’s driveway. Drove up to their house, backed up and headed towards Wadesville. Vehicle is not in the vicinity of the homes now—Hwy 165, Poseyville 8:58 a.m.—Alarm— Residence, basement back door—Buchanan Road, Mount Vernon 12:21 p.m.—Reckless—18 wheeler, white
Legals 2012-073 TOWN OF CYNTHIANA ORDINANCE 2012-06-12 ORDINANCE TO PROHIBIT DEPOSITING GRASS CLIPPINGS IN STREETS OR GUTTERS Section 1: The depositing or causing to be deposited by owing, raking or other means of grass or grass clippings in the streets or gutters of the Town of Cynthiana is hereby declared to be unlawful. Section 2: Upon the first conviction for violation of this ordinance there shall be imposed a fine of ten dollars ($10.00), and for each subsequent conviction for violation thereof there shall be imposed a fine of twenty-five dollars ($25.00). BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF CYNTHIANA, INDIANA THAT THIS ORDINANCE BE PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 10th DAY OF JULY, 2012. THE TOWN COUNCIL OF CYNTHIANA, INDIANA By: Scott A. Cox, President By: James W. Sheets, Member By: Gary L. Smith, Member ATTEST:
12:44 a.m.—Motorist Assist—Caller advised he’s almost out of gas and is requesting to have one of the deputies bring him some gas—Hwy 69, New Harmony 7:44 a.m.—Theft—Had a check stolen, Bank advised him he needs to file a report—Hwy 66, Wadesville 1:17 p.m.—Miscellaneous—Caller thinks her ex has brought over a stolen trailer to her property— Grossman Road, Mount Vernon 6:11 p.m.—Drugs—Advised son was playing in the woods and carried a Gatorade bottle up from the woods. Had liquid in it. They have put it back. Requesting an officer—Behind Russel’s Trailer Park in the woods, Mount Vernon 11:24 p.m.—Family Fight—Caller advised his dad is breaking stuff because his mom wouldn’t go to bed. Could hear people yelling in the background. Not physical against each other. Dad is just throwing and breaking stuff—Carrie Lane, Mount Vernon May 25 12:01 a.m.—Harassment—Having trouble with male subject. He is outside screaming, hollering, and making threats. Caller is tired of this going on. Doesn’t want to talk to an officer, wants the male subject to be quiet. Caller is saying he turns the music down when he see’s lights in the area. Caller has some type of tape of the male subject bearing his butt to children in the area on Monday. Male subject is laughing at the caller at this time. Caller is wanting something done about the situation—Church St, Cynthiana 1:09 a.m.—Suspicious— Gate to the football field is open—North Posey High School, Poseyville 5:30 a.m.—Accident— Caller was just sideswiped. Both vehicles have stopped, no injuries. 2011 Ford Explorer and a small car—I 64, Griffin 6:03 a.m.—Abandoned Vehicle—Black Chevy Cobalt—Hwy 69, New Harmony 7:26 a.m.—Repossession—Caller advised of a repossession at this location—S Church St, Poseyville 8:02 a.m.—Domestic— Male and female arguing. Can hear them pushing each other around. Unknown if any weapons—Old Blairsville Road, Wadesville 10:11 a.m.—Threatening—Caller advised has a problem with his dad that is dangerous and there is a weapon involved—Ruby Lane, Blairsville 7:55 p.m.—Accident—2 vehicles. Advised injuries—Hwy 66, New Harmony Superior Court Felony/Misdemeanor Antwan Akpan, 26, Evansville. Criminal Trespass, Class A Misdemeanor. $1.00 plus costs. 30 days Posey County Jail.
Greta Mounts, Clerk-Treasurer Published in the Posey County News on May 29 and June 5, 2012
Gary W. Axton, 43, Mount Vernon. Theft, Class
D Felony. Judgment of conviction entered as a Class A Misdemeanor. $1.00 plus costs, restitution to Damian Edling, 24 hours public service. 12 months Posey County Jail, suspended. Beau Riley Baize, 24, Evansville. Ct. 1- Possession of a Controlled Substance, Class D Felony; Ct. 2- Possession of Marijuana, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Possession of Paraphernalia, Class A Misdemeanor. $.100 plus costs, $200.00 countermeasure fee, counseling, probation and fees. Ct. 1- 2 years Indiana Department of Corrections; Ct. 2, 3- 12 months Posey County Jail, all suspended except 6 months. Christopher Bebout, 31, Mount Vernon. Driving While Suspended, Class A Misdemeanor. Petition to Revoke. Probation extended for 6 months, 24 hours public service. Dante A. Covarrubias, 25, Cynthiana. Ct. 1- Resisting Law Enforcement, Class D Felony; Ct. 2- Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Endangering a Person, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Operating a Vehicle With an Alcohol Concentration Equivalent of .08% or More, Class C Misdemeanor; Ct. 4- Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Class D Felony. Ct. 3 is dismissed. $1.00 plus costs, $200.00 countermeasure fee, counseling, 1 year probation and fees, driver’s license suspended 1 year. 18 months Indiana Department of Corrections, all suspended except 10 days, followed by 1 year and 170 days in Community Corrections Program. James W. Deal, 24, Wadesville. Ct. 1- Possession of Methamphetamine, Class D Felony; Ct. 2- Criminal Mischief, Class B Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Receiving Stolen Property, Class D Felony. $1.00 plus costs, $200.00 countermeasure fee, counseling, 2 years Community Corrections Program. Ct. 1- 2 years Indiana Department of Corrections; Ct. 2- 6 months Posey County Jail; Ct. 3- 2 years Indiana Department of Corrections, suspended. James W. Deal, 24, Wadesville. Ct. 1- Possession of Chemical Reagents or Precursors with Intent to Manufacture a Controlled Substance, Class D Felony; Ct. 3- Possession of Methamphetamine, Class D Felony. Fine and costs are waived, counseling, 2 years Community Corrections Program. 2 years Indiana Department of Corrections, suspended. Michael James Dinning, 21, Rockport. Driving While Suspended, Class A Misdemeanor. $1.00 plus costs, driver’s license suspended 180 days. 6 months Posey County Jail, suspended. Gilbert Ray Eaton, 44, Mount Vernon. Domestic Battery, Class A Misdemeanor. Dismissed. Nicholas J. Forsee, 20, Mount Vernon. Invasion of Privacy, Class A Misdemeanor. $1.00 plus costs. 10 days Posey County Jail. James Lee Gahl, 25, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Dealing in Methamphetamine, Class B Felony; Ct. 2- Pos-
session of Chemical Reagents or Precursors with Intent to Manufacture a Controlled Substance, Class D Felony; Ct. 3- Possession of Methamphetamine, Class D Felony. Ct. 1 is dismissed. $1.00 plus costs, $200.00 countermeasure fee. 2 years Indiana Department of Corrections. Roger A. Greathouse, Jr., 41, Evansville. Possession of Marijuana, Class A Misdemeanor. Dismissed. Norman E. Gunter, Jr., 32, Mount Vernon. Driving While Suspended, Class A Misdemeanor. Dismissed. Norman E. Gunter, Jr., 32, Mount Vernon. Battery Resulting in Bodily Injury, Class A Misdemeanor. Petition to Revoke. Remainder of probation to Community Corrections Program. Christopher M. Hathaway, 32, Princeton. Ct. 1, 2, 3- Unlawful Possession or Use of a Legend Drug, Class D Felony. Dismissed. Malissa L. Linder, 45, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Dealing in Methamphetamine, Class A Felony; Ct. 2- Dealing in Methamphetamine, Class B Felony. Ct. 1 amended to Class B Felony. $1.00 plus costs, $150.00 restitution to Posey County Narcotics Unit. 8 years Indiana Department of Corrections. Stephen C. Loehr, 68, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Possession of a Controlled Substance, Class D Felony; Ct. 2- Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Endangering a Person, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 3-Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Class D Felony. Ct. 1 and 3 are dismissed. $1.00 plus costs, $200.00 countermeasure fee, counseling, 1 year probation and fees, driver’s license suspended 180 days. 12 months Posey County Jail, all suspended except 10 days. John Nagle, 43, Mount Vernon. Driving While Suspended, Class A Misdemeanor. $1.50 plus costs, driver’s license suspended 180 days, 6 months probation and fees. 6 months Posey County Jail, suspended. Rachel Osborne, 29, Mount Vernon. Criminal Trespass, Class A Misdemeanor. $1.00 plus costs, 24 hours public service. 30 days Posey County Jail, suspended. Marquis L. Paris, 18, Poseyville. Criminal Mischief, Class A Misdemeanor. $1.00 plus costs, restitution to North Posey Community Park in the amount of $1,920.00, 11 months probation and fees, 32 hours public service, do not go on or around North Posey ball fields. 12 months Posey County Jail, all suspended except 32 days. William J. Peerman, 48, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Operating a Vehicle With an Alcohol Concentration Equivalent of .08% or More, Class C Misdemeanor; Ct. 2- Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Public Intoxication, Class B Misdemeanor. Ct. 1 and 2 are dismissed. $1.00 plus costs, counseling, 1 year probation and fees. 180 days Posey County Jail,
SABIC faces penalty continued from A1 emissions, known as fugitive emissions because they are not discharged from a stack but rather leak directly from equipment, are generally controlled through work practices, like monitoring and repairing leaks. The settlement requires SABIC to implement enhanced work practices, including more frequent leak monitoring, better repair practices, and innovative new efforts designed to prevent leaks. The program also requires SABIC to replace valves with new low emissions valves or valve packing material, designed to significantly reduce the likelihood of
suspended. Alexander J. Priest, 24, Evansville. Public Intoxication, Class B Misdemeanor. $1.00 plus costs, 5 months probation and fees. 6 months Posey County Jail, all suspended except 30 days on electronic monitor. Jesse A. Raes, 20, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Illegal Taking of a Wild Animal, Class C Misdemeanor; Ct. 2Jack lighting, Class C Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Shooting From or Across a Public Highway, Class C Misdemeanor; Ct. 4- Illegal Taking of a Wild Animal, Class C Misdemeanor; Ct. 5- Illegal Taking of a Wild Animal, Class C Misdemeanor. $1.00 plus costs, do not go on or around any property of Hovey Lake or Department of Natural Resources, $500.00 replacement fee for turkey, $500.00 replacement fee for deer, 12 months probation and fees. 60 days Posey County Jail, suspended. Hunting privileges suspended for 12 months. Anthony Shohn Raider, 36, Evansville. Ct. 1- Residential Entry, Class D Felony; Ct. 2- Invasion of Privacy, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Criminal Mischief, Class B Misdemeanor. Ct. 1 and 2 are dismissed. $1.00 plus costs, counseling, 12 months probation and fees. 180 days Posey County Jail, suspended. Birchel R. Smith, 28, Mount Vernon. Driving While Suspended, Class A Misdemeanor. Petition to Revoke. Probation extended for 12 months. Birchel R. Smith, 28, Mount Vernon. Driving While Suspended, Class A Misdemeanor. $1.00 plus costs, 12 months probation and fees, driver’s license suspended 1 year, 50 hours public service. 12 months Posey County Jail, suspended. Troy Eric Stewart, 18, Mount Vernon. Conversion, Class A Misdemeanor. Petition to Revoke. Probation is terminated. 90 days Posey County Jail. Troy Eric Stewart, 18, Mount Vernon. Battery, Class B Misdemeanor. Fine and costs are waived. 10 days Posey County Jail. Joseph P. Trapp, 43, Wadesville. Ct. 1, 2, 3, 4Dealing in Methamphetamine, Class A Felony; Ct. 5- Possession of Methamphetamine, Class D Felony; Ct. 6- Possession of Chemical Reagents or Precursors With Intent to Manufacture a Controlled Substance, Class C Felony; Ct. 7Maintaining a Common Nuisance, Class D Felony. Ct. 4 and 5 are dismissed. Fine and costs are waived. Ct. 1, 2, 3- 12 years Indiana Department of Corrections; Ct. 6- 6 years Indiana Department of Corrections; Ct. 7- 2 years Indiana Department of Corrections, concurrent. Arnold Wyatt, 48, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Possession of Chemical Reagents or Precursors With Intent to Manufacture a Controlled Substance, Class D Felony; Ct. 2- Neglect of a Dependent, Class D Felony; Ct. 3- Visiting a Common Nuisance, Class B Misdemeanor. Petition to Revoke. Probation is terminated. 12 months Indiana Department of Corrections.
future leaks of HAPs. In response to EPAs inspection of the Mount Vernon facility, SABIC engineered HAP emission controls for hundreds of drains and trenches and the settlement further requires SABIC to control similar emissions from an oil/water separator. The estimated cost of these controls is almost $4 million. SABIC will also invest an additional $1.3 million to control HAP emissions from certain process vents as a supplemental environmental project. The compliance program and engineered controls will reduce HAP emissions by up to 136.7 tons per year.
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PAUL RIDDLE, KORY WENDEROTH, SCOTT VANWORMER, KENT WENDEROTH AND HERB CURRY
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HERB CURRY INC. STRIVES TO SATISFY YOUR BURNING DESIRES erb Curry Inc. in Mount Vernon is celebrating its expansion and the addition of a new business associate. The unassuming company on Leonard Road strives to “satisfy your burning desires” through small scale fire tests on materials used for the inside of commercial aircraft. It is one of twenty such companies in the entire world and the only such company that tests independent of manufacturers. It is the only such company certified by Boeing, and it is also certified by the FAA. The expansion will add approximately 1,000 square feet to the building, nearly doubling its size. Company founder Herb Curry has much anticipated the new construction after over 20 years in business. “We duplicated every piece of equipment five or six years ago,” he explains. “We needed it all and then some. We now have three of everything.” He admits, “It’s a rather fascinating place to be. I got into it in 1985. FAA regulations required tougher tests for materials used in the interior of aircraft. I helped to set up a testing lab for GE. Then in 1991, GE had a cutback and offered me an early retirement package [after 30 years with the company] as well as a consulting job to keep the lab going for GE. With the blessing of GE, I started doing tests for other companies also. After six years, the company had grown until I needed help and became partners with Kent Wenderoth.” Now, the company includes three more business associates: Scott VanWormer, Curry’s son-in-law; Kory Wenderoth, Kent’s son; and new hire Paul Riddle, added May 1. Herb Curry Inc. has been instrumental in working with the FAA to create maximum safety under crash conditions for airplane passengers. “The FAA ran a full-scale test in the 1980s to see how long it takes people to get out of an airplane in crash conditions,” Curry states. “They found survivors can get out in two minutes. But in 1980, there were five post-crash fires where nobody survived. The FAA said something had to be done about it.” During this time, it was determined that GE’s Lexan material ignited quickly, making it unsuitable for aircraft. The FAA was ready to bar all plastic materials from airplane manufacturing—until Curry, showed them Ultem, another GE plastic. “It didn’t ignite for four minutes,” Curry comments. The discovery saved the day for both the airlines and the plastics industries. Today, Herb Curry Inc. tests materials used in aircraft interiors for Boeing as well as Airbus from companies around the globe. Curry and his associates regularly entertain international visitors from Japan, Europe and New Zealand. He has even hosted clients from South Africa, who have traveled farther than anyone to watch the flammability testing of their materials. “I tell them you can learn more by coming in and watching burns than by looking at the numbers,” Curry says. Curry and his wife Betty have done their share of national and international travel as well. “Our younger daughter says she was 12 years old before she found out we didn’t have to move every three years,” Curry says, recalling the constant relocation his work required. He and Betty planned to live out their golden years in Hendersonville, North Carolina (near Asheville), one of their favorite locations. When their two daughters married Hoosiers, the Currys settled in Mount Vernon, where they first lighted in 1973. The Greenville, South Carolina, natives have truly made Mount Vernon their home. Four years ago, with the help of the GE Foundation, the couple started an annual college scholarship fund with the Posey County Community Foundation that benefits students in the performing arts, a passion for the Currys. Both have starred in amateur theater musicals and plays in Evansville and summer stock theater in New Harmony. It all started when they “brought the house down” one summer with their performance in the comedy “Anything Goes” on a Hendersonville, North Carolina, stage. Herb continues to sing with the Sunday choir and with a Southern Gospel sextet at First United Methodist Church in Mount Vernon. He’s made a joyful noise in United Methodist church choirs for 70 years so far. He has sung with the Evansville Philharmonic Chorus as well. There’s more. Curry remains an active member of the Kiwanis, the Elks and the Western Hills Country Club in Mount Vernon as well as of the Kennel Club of Evansville. He serves on the board of the Greater Mount Vernon Association and just completed a six-year term on the board of the Posey County Community Foundation. Nonetheless, the greatest joy in the life of Curry and his wife Betty is spending time with their daughters, Susan and Clay Jeffries and Leigh Anne and Scott VanWormer, and their families. Their four grandsons— Jon (14), Eli (11), Gabriel (9) and Zachary (6)—keep everyone active. “Most of the people that I met 25 years ago are no longer working,” Curry reflects. “They’ve all retired or gone on to their reward otherwise.” The youthful octogenarian shows no signs of being a candidate for retirement or for heaven for years to come. “Bill Gates says he tap dances to work every day because of the possibilities,” he says. “I think that sums me up. I tap dance to work every day because I enjoy it.” He says he will retire “when they close the lid.”
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Wildcats within one strike of repeat, fall in title game By Steve Joos One strike away. That was how close the Mount Vernon baseball team was to a Class 3A Sectional championship early last week at Braun Stadium in Evansville. One strike away, but then the defense let the Wildcats down. There were baseruning errors, base runners left in scoring position and untimely outs in the Wildcats’ 8-7 loss to Memorial in the title contest, but those things weren’t the major difference in the team’s Memorial Day loss, according to Coach Paul Quinzer. “The bottom line is we didn’t field the ball when we needed to field the ball,” Quinzer said. “We gave them too many opportunities and they took advantage of them. They got eight runs on five hits. How do you do that? We walk and we walk and then we boot the ball. And that’s what we did.” Jeremy King’s bad hop single, which went over the head of a leaping Jevin Redman at second base and was bobbled by two outfielders, scored the tying and winning runs as the Tigers pulled out the Sectional despite a 5-22 won-loss record which included 10 forfeits for using an ineligible player. Ross Canada pitched six strong innings of relief after replacing Troy Paris in the top of the fourth inning, but the defense let him down. Luke Bockleman walked to open the bottom of the seventh, a signal that Canada might have been tiring, but Wade McNabb forced pinch runner Ethan Sauls at second for the first out of the inning. Ryan Krack was sent in to pinch run for McNabb and he might have stayed at first base, but…Adam Eberhard singled, sending Krack to third and Paris mishandled Nick Abbott’s grounder to short, allowing Krack to score. Charlie Grief fanned for the second out, but only after Clay Ford slipped and missed a pop up in foul territory. Then with two strikes on King, Canada missed on what Quinzer thought should have been strike three, before the junior infielder smacked a liner which went over Redman
and into center field, where it was mishandled long enough for Abbott and Eberhard to score. “We’ve had one strike before,” Quinzer said of the next to last pitch. “I thought he was out, but I guess I wasn’t looking from the right angle.” Then again, there was another misplay in the outfield. Keeping Canada in the game was a tough call, the coach added, pointing out the error and dropped foul ball as potential outs which the team didn’t make behind the junior hurler. “A single that we kicked and we pushed it along,” Quinzer said of King’s hit. “They took another base and that was the game.” The Cats had battled back from an early 5-1 deficit as Canada kept the Tigers at bay long enough for Mount Vernon to take the lead and then held them off. Memorial plated five runs in the bottom of the second to wipe out a 1-0 Wildcat lead, but the Cats came right back in the top of the third, as Redman beat out an infield single, Paris singled and Ford doubled, all after VanZant was thrown out trying to stretch a single. Aaron Roberts drew an intentional walk, but then Drake McNamara lined a single to right, scoring Paris and Ford. In the top of the fifth, Roberts was hit by a pitch, McNamara singled and Canada made it all the way to third when Memorial pitcher Justin Holtz threw the ball away and then catcher Sam Griggs mishandled it twice, allowing Roberts and McNamara to score the go-ahead runs. A fly ball off the bat of Craig Beeson brought in Canada with an insurance run which lasted until the bottom of the seventh and the last strike of the game. The season is measured all too often in how a team does in the postseason—and Mount Vernon is 24-7, but going home. The Cats reached the championship game by routing Gibson Southern 11-4 in the semifinals early on Memorial Day. “We swung the bats early,” Quinzer said of his team’s success against Titans’ ace Lance
Mount Vernon junior Clay Ford watches this pitch all the way to his bat during Monday morning’s sectional game against Princeton at the University of Evansville stadium. The Wildcats took an easy win over the Tigers into the sectional final game against Memorial. Photo by Josh Koch Lantrip. “He was keeping the ball down, but every once in a while the ball got up a bit. We stung him for a few runs. Aaron Roberts had a nice game. They left the ball up to Aaron and he can deposit it a couple of places.” Roberts belted his sixth home run of the season as part of a three-run third inning which broke a 2-2 tie and put the Cats in command. Paris doubled to open the top of the third and then scored the go-ahead run on a single by Ford and a wild pitch. Then Roberts ripped a pitch over the left field fence at Braun Stadium for a home run, giving the Wildcats a 5-2 lead. Roberts had the big blow when Mount Vernon tacked on another four tallies in the top of the fourth inning. With two outs in the thread, Redman walked, Paris was hit by a pitch and Paris singled, scoring Redman. Robert then boomed a triple to left, scoring
two runs, and he scored on a single by McNamara. Trevor Veeck fanned to end the inning, but not before Mount Vernon’s 5-2 spread had been stretched to 9-2. Roberts also hits for a decent average, Quinzer said, noting that the senior hits around .370 for the season. Dausmann was roughed up at the outset, as the Titans scored two runs to tie the game in the bottom of the second inning, but he settled down and pitched well for four innings before Veeck and Canada took over. Paris had two hits and drew a walk for the Cats, scoring two runs. VanZant singled, took second on a ground out and came around on a single by Paris as the Cats plated two runs in the top of the first inning. The Wildcat shortstop was caught stealing, but Veeck doubled and came around on a walk to Roberts, a wild pitch and an infield single by McNamara.
Vikings fail to find the answer for Mater Dei onslaught, end season 20-9 By Dave Pearce For the majority of the baseball season, things went the right direction for the North Posey Viking baseball team. “The most disappointing this for all of us associated with the program was that our performance at the plate was not what we had had,” North Posey first-year head coach Kevin Smith said. “We were able to draw seven walks and we had baserunners on base in every inning and we had some opportunities but I think we just got overanxious. That’s going to happen. Mater Dei played a nice ballgame against us and was able to win.” In the first round of the sectional, it was defense that had kept the Perry Central Commodores at bay as the Colton Motz provided senior leadership early in the game by snagging a line drive that seemed to set the tone for the contest. From that point forward, junior Colton Martin kept the Commodores behind in the count and turned what could have been a close game into a 5-0 win for the Vikings. But all the ingredients were not there for the Vikings against Mater Dei. But despite the Evansville team’s win over the Vikings
in the tournament, the remainder of the Evansville field did not fare so well against the Vikings in the regular season as the Vikings wrapped up a successful 20-9 season, with five of those wins coming against the seven Evansville schools, one against the team that turned the tide against them in the tournament. But this time, Mater Dei picked up three runs in the second inning and continued the timely hitting well enough not only to take the sectional crown but also the regional crown over this past weekend. Tyler Stolz started the game and was lifted in the third inning. But with a 20win season under his belt in his first year at the helm, Smith has high hopes for next year and the program in general. But Smith said there are some seniors who will not be a physical part of next year’s team that should be recognized for their contributions. “Colton Motz carried over the success he had as a quarterback on the football field and was the heartbeat and the pulse of our team throughout the year,” Smith said. “He gave us a lot of leadership and a lot of positive vibes on
Members of the North Posey baseball team watch as their season seems to be falling apart in the sectional semifinal game against Mater Dei. The Wildcats eliminated the Vikings by a score of 10-0. Photo by Dave Pearce the field. He is just a natural with 38 stolen bases and that replace next year.” Meliff is played in the outfield for us leader.” was about 200 to 300 percent reportedly looking at playing and pinch-hit for us. He had But Jared Meliff also en- more than anyone else on the baseball next season at Vin- a couple of hits that help us joyed a very successful sea- conference teams through- cennes University. beat Tecumseh the final home son for the Vikings. out the season. Jared plays Shane Neuman, after over- game of the year. Casey was “Jared ended up hitting baseball at a very high level coming cancer in his sopho- one who wanted to do what .434 for the year and had and was the salutatorian for more year, brought a “never he could do for the best of the an on-base percentage of us at the high school. Jared give up” attitude to the team. team. He led by example and about .568,” Smith said of had everything we needed to “Shane brought a lot of I felt like I could call on him his senior shortstop. “He have from natural ability to flexibility to the team,” to do and he would do it sucwas named to the All Pocket skills. It was just fun for me Smith said. “He played cessfully.” Athletic Conference team. to watch Jared play and he third, first, and pitched for Austin Bender rounds out He played well offensively is going to be a tough one to us,” Smith said. “He had the six seniors who will have a stretch there at the end of to be replaced going into next the season where he pitched year. 17 innings without giving “Austin was a second up an earned run and ten of baseman for the greater those innings were in relief. part of the year although he He also pitched a shut-out on bounced back and forth besenior night against Tecum- tween second and third at the seh. He also provided us with beginning of the year,” Smith the game-winning hit against said. “But we as coaches felt Evansville Memorial there at Austin best fit the bill for us the end of the year. He was a at second base.” quiet leader that just went out Smith said that after a every day and done his job.” rough spot in the season in a Cody Voelker, without loss to Heritage Hills, he and question, got more out of Austin sat down and from his athletic ability than any that point forward, Bender player we had this season, was the man at second base. the coach commented. “Austin was outstanding “He swung a left-handed at second base,” Smith said. bat for us and a left-handed “His progress and his growth throwing arm for us and just defensively throughout our his desire to play and to win season was second to none. I brought something to us on am extremely proud of Austhe field that the coaching tin. He is a first-class young staff felt we needed,” Smith man. He conducted himself said. “Give Cody all the in a manner where we could credit in the world because be proud and he played the he took advantage of the op- game and gave everything portunity he was given at the he had, effort-wise, in pracbeginning of the season and tice and was always 100 perhe hit the ball well over .400 cent. He made some incredfor a long stretch before fin- ible plays for us defensively ishing at .368. He was named for us as the season wound Honorable Mention to the all down. We grew so confident Pocket Athletic Conference as the season wound down team. All of us are extremely that any ball that went in his pleased with what Cody gave direction was going to be us this year. He was a gritty played well. He also started player. Everything he did he out the season in the second did hard and aggressively spot and became a first-class and you need that.” lead-off hitter for us about Another senior from this the third week of the year. year’s team is Casey Voelker. He allowed us to get a read “Casey accepted his role on the pitcher and helped us as a utility player for us and put pressure on the pitcher. I caught for us two or three just couldn’t have asked for games there at the end of anything more from anyone the year when Ryan Gish commitment-wise or pridegot hurt,” Smith said. “He wise.”
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Black gets Red coming and going in Babe Ruth Tournament and this is the first time we’ve won.” It was the first win in six tries not only for Word, but also the five 15-year-olds on the Black roster. James Marshall picked up the win on the mound, while Christian Jones continued his hot stick work and the middle of the Black lineup (Marshall, Blayke Dillman and Jerad Hostettler) each belted a double. Black jumped on Red early, scoring four runs in the top of the first. Red battled back throughout the contest, plating three runs in the bottom of the fifth to pull to within two runs at 7-5, but Black tacked on a run in the top of the sixth and salted things away with a four-run seventh inning to bookend the win. Meanwhile, Jones was on base each time, leading off the game with a double and coming around on a triple by Marshall. A walk, a single by Hostettler and a hit batsman put the first four Black hitters on base. After that, Red settled down, Voegel said, but they couldn’t overcome their early troubles. “When they got within two, I was thinking ‘here we go again,’ because we’ve lost so many close ones,” he said. “But we got the four runs in the seventh and that gave us all the cushion we needed.” As for Red, Voegel felt that the team showed character by fighting back, but those comebacks may have taken out some of their energy. “We got down pretty big early,” the coach said. “We fought back, made it a two-run game, made it 8-6 at one point. Ethan Morlock got the start and James I think it took a lot out of us to fight back Marshall picked up the win in Poseyville into the game and then we also started Black’s win over Red this week. Photo by making some errors. I’m proud of us Dave Pearce fighting back into the game but the other thing is the game’s seven innings and not By Steve Joos The North Posey Black team scored five and we’ve just got to finish it.” Voegel said that the team is playing four runs in the top of the first inning of their South Gibson Babe Ruth baseball well, but needs to take charge on the field in order to make plays defensively. battle with North Posey Red Saturday. Bo Cox had two hits and scored three Then they scored another four runs in runs, with a double, while Zac Stonethe top of the seventh. Add four more in the middle innings berger collected four blows, including a and one has a 12-6 victory in South Gib- pair of doubles and scored a run. Dalton Rankin and Michael Sims each had hits. son League action. On Tuesday, Black pushed across a run “We played well,” Black manager Damien Word said. “Our arms were tired, in the bottom of the third and the pitching we were definitely running out of pitch- took over, preserving a 2-1 win over visiting, we’ve had some long games and ing Princeton Red. “I felt like we earned that win,” Word we’ve used a lot of guys this week, but I thought we hit the ball well and we ran the said. “We played good ball. We pitched out of some good situations and I believe bases well.” Word made some defensive adjust- I ran us out of some innings by being too ments and they paid off, as Black only aggressive, but Princeton Red’s a good team. I tried to catch them sleeping, but committed one error on the evening. “We played good enough to win,” Word they were awake.” Black just outhit and outplayed the said. “I’ve coached in this rivalry; this year I’ve coached against Red six times Princeton team, Word added. Black won by manufacMount Vernon Soccer Camp June 25 - 28 turing a pair of runs and The Mount Vernon Soccer Booster Club will be holding the lead-off man did most the 2012 Soccer Camp on Monday June 25 through Thursday of the manufacturing. June 28 from 5:30-7:30 at the Jones tripled to open the Mount Vernon Jr. High Soccer field. The cost of the camp game and stole home to put is $35 and includes the cost of a Mount Vernon Soccer t-shirt Black up 1-0 after one in(for all campers signed up prior to June 18). Please call 480- ning. 0348 or email mvcubsoccer@gmail.com for more informaPrinceton tied the game tion, sign-up forms, etc. A check for $35 along with player in the top of the third, but name, age, 2012/2013 school year grade, shirt size, email ad- the Black lead-off man dress, phone number, and mailing address should be mailed to came back in the bot: Mount Vernon Soccer Booster Club; P.O. Box 48, tom of the inning, when Mount Vernon, IN 47620. Campers will be separated into girls and boys groups and all activities will be age appropriate. All campers should bring shin guards, soccer cleats, and water to each session.
he walked, stole second, took third on a passed ball and crossed the plate on a sacrifice fly by Marshall, who gave up one run in four innings. Marshall pitched four innings and kept Princeton Red at bay before giving way to (who else?) Jones, who shut the door for the last three innings. Earlier, Black had lost a heartbreaker to Princeton White, 7-6, and Haubstadt Legion 4-2. Word praised the efforts of younger players such as Ethan Morlock, Levi Ricketts, both 13-year-olds, as well as Canning Capps and Graves. “Good way to start a game and good way to end a game,” Word said. “Now, if we could figure out a way to do that every time, we’d be in good shape.” Austin Graves helped Black pad the lead with a bases-loaded double on an 0-2 count in the first inning, then pitched Black out of a bases-loaded jam in the fifth. Word complemented red skipper Zac Voegel for his efforts at keeping the other North posey team motivated and keeping in the game. On Wednesday, Black had the lead for most of the game, but a dropped fly ball in the outfield put Fort Branch VFW past Black 7-6. “VFW’s a good team,” Word said. “But I thought that the better team left the field with their heads down and that was us. Both Black and Red played Tuesday due to the Memorial Day holiday. Red got Stoneberger back for their game against Merchants at Haubstadt and he collected four hits, but it wasn’t enough as Red dropped a 5-3 decision to Merchants. Cox had two hits, but Red left the tying runs on base in scoring position in the top of the seventh. “It’s just trying to put things together,” Voegel said. “Some games, we’ll play
Poseyville Red’s Bo Cox calls off the infield as he makes the catch during this week’s game between Poseyville Red and Poseyville Black. Photo by Dave Pearce good defense, but we won’t hit. Other games, we’ll hit the ball, but we won’t get good defense.” With four 15-year-olds back, including vocal leaders Cox and Voegel, things should improve, the coach said. Red had just one win heading into Sunday’s game at St. Wendel.
Paris headed for Olney Central By Steve Joos Mount Vernon baseball standout Troy Paris felt that he needed some place to get ready for the transition to college baseball and the senior infielder-pitcher thought that Olney Central College had the right fit. Two of the four-year schools which recruited him (the University of Evansville and Indiana State) wanted Paris to build up his strength and develop more power. So Paris will be starting his college career at the Southern Illinois junior college. “I figured it (OCC) would be a good place to build my skills a little more and get a little stronger,” Paris said. “It’ll be a good place to make that transition from high school to college where I’ll be missing class a little more because of baseball games and getting
used to the work load.” The college baseball life is a bit more complicated than high school has been, Paris explained. There are more three-game road trips which take a player away from school throughout the week. That makes it important for a player to keep up with his class work because of the class sessions a player will miss, Paris explained. He’s being projected for now as a third baseman, while his hitting will be determined this fall. Preparing to help lead the Knights over the next two years will also be something for Paris to work on. One thing Paris will definitely bring to OCC is a potent bat. He hit .521 this season, with 50 hits in 96 at-bats, including 18 doubles, three triples and two home runs, scoring 47 runs, while driv-
ing in 32. Playing at Mount Vernon helped a lot, Paris said, with the experience the coaching staff (head coach Paul Quinzer and assistants Kevin Krizan and Kevin Brown) beneficial in preparing for the next level. On the mound, Paris was 6-0 with a 3.61 earned-run average. He fanned 41 batters and walked 18 in 48 and one-third innings this season while helping the Wildcats to a 24-7 record and a spot in the Class 3A Evansville Sectional championship game. The son of Tim and Shelley Paris of Mount Vernon, Troy hopes to major in business at Olney Central. Both Krizan and Quinzer praised Paris at Thursday’s team banquet, with both coaches citing his leadership skills, as well as those of the other graduating senior, Aaron Roberts.
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At the annual Track & Field banquet awards were handed out to All Big-Eight Conference, MVP and Senior Award winners. Big-Eight Conference winners were: front row Ellen Foster, Abby Randall, Erika McCormick, Megan Randall, Toni Leigh Waddall and Lauren Stemple. Back row: Adam Hoehn, Collin Knight, Austin Guthrie, Jon Hoehn, Michael Cannoto, Sage Irons and Ryan Dick. The girls Senior Award winner was Ashton Fuelling and MVP went to Ellen Foster. Boys MVP and Senior Award winner was Jon Hoehn.
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Greater Evansville affiliate of Susan G. Komen would like to thank you in advance for you participation in this event and we hope to see you there. If you have questions, please contact Lindsay Beck or Michele Tepool at 812-831-3200.
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Grant advances to link Regional, Wildcats finish sixth By Steve Joos After his team finished its Sectional round Friday at Evansville’s Fendrich Golf Course, Mount Vernon boys’ link coach Doug Blair was optimistic, but he was concerned. The three teams still on the course at the time (Memorial, Harrison and North) were on track to be the top three teams and if all three were, that would open the door for senior Trevor Grant to represent the Cats at this weekend’s Country Oaks Regional. But if one of those teams were to be bumped out of the top three, that might change things and make it more difficult for Grant to move on. There was good news and bad news on that front at the end of the day. The bad news? Castle came in with a 297 and finished third in the tournament, bumping North to fourth place. The good news? Grant’s still going to the Regional, after shooting a 69 (35-34) tin finish in between Central’s Dylan Meyer (who fired a 66) and Landon Smith of North, who carded a 70. The Cats carded a team score of 314 and finished sixth, closer to fifth-place Reitz (310) than seventhplace Central (328). Memorial won the meet with a score of 285, while Harrison was second with 294. North Posey had an early tee time and made a
quick exit, shooting a 415 for 15th place, four strokes behind Tecumseh (411). New Harmony’s last athletic hurrah was provided by sophomore Lyle Whitmore, who shot a respectable 84 (43-41) despite three-putting five holes. Speaking of the short game, Grant was probably able to get out because of that. “Putting,� he said when asked about the key to his round. “I didn’t really hit the ball that good, but putting saved me.� Grant lowered his score on the back side, as did four of his teammates at Fendrich. The Wildcats whittled six strokes off their team scores, as Brandon Lauderdale added an 80 (40-40), Andrew Higgins an 81 (41-40) and Mitchell Jackson an 84 (43-41) to round out the foursome. Todd Scheffer also snipped a pair of strokes off his score after making the turn, as he finished with an 86 (44-42) on a windy, rainy and cooler than normal day. “The backside’s easier to play,� Grant explained. “The wind made some pins attackable and some pins not. You just have to hits the ones that were and go for the middle greens on the ones that aren’t.� He’d like to win the Regional, but his main goal for this weekend’s trip to Montgomery is to be one of the three individuals that qualify for the state meet. “I’m very pleased with
Tennis Lady Cats honored at banquet The Mount Vernon girls’ tennis team was honored with a banquet and awards ceremony recently at the home of Audrey Summers. Coach Steve Schroeder and assistant coach Mike Salaman reviewed the team’s season and presented awards to members of the varsity and reserve teams. The Lady Wildcats were 10-7 this season, including 3-2 in the Big Eight Conference. They won all three of the invitational tournaments they entered during the regular season, their own Mount Vernon Invitational and the Heritage Hills invite. Varsity letters were presented to Summers, Jenna Reidford, Claire Schroeder, Zoe Burkhart, Livia Hop-
per, Sara O’Neil and Hayley Salaman. Reserve letters went to Devon Allyn, Taew Rentragoon, Lexi Willis, Riley Keating, Tara Brown, Kendyl Scheller and Katie Huff. Huff and Scheller each received their freshman numerals, while Burkhart earned her first varsity letter. The most valuable player on this year’s team was Schroeder, while Reidford was named the recipient of the mental attitude award. Hopper was named the most improved. Summers and Reidford each received Academic All-State honorable mentions. Reidford, O’Neil and two doubles teams each had winning records in the Big Eight Conference.
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Wildcat Trevor Grant hits on to the green, as Mount Vernon played host to Central, in a match held at Western Hills Country Club. Picture by Dave Koch Trevor,� Wildcats’ coach Doug Blair said. “I’ve said it all along: he’s been one of our best seniors that we’ve had. For him to play for all four years and for him to step up on sectionals and shoot a 69 tells you what kind of kid he is.� Blair praised Grant’s work ethic and his mental approach to the game, adding that the senior is well-deserving of being a Regional qualifier. The rest of the team played well, Blair said, adding that the rest of the team shot about where they have been this season. “This is the first year of experiencing Sectionals for Todd and Mitchell, along with Brandon (a first-year senior),� Blair said. “He probably left a few strokes out there, but he was competitive and being competitive is what we wanted.� The blustery weather made warming up difficult,
St. Wendel softball returns to action After a two-week hiatus, the St. Wendel softball league returned to action Friday night and the Silver Bell picked up where it left off, smacking MAP Oil 20-10 in five innings under the 10-run rule to stay unbeaten in the league. Multiple Scoregasms posted a 14-10 win over DT’s in the second game, while Sandy’s Pizza was a 20-15 winner over Hoehn Plastics in the nightcap.
Young Viking Tennis Camp is slated for June 11-13 The boy’s and girl’s tennis camp will take place June 11-June 13 at the North Posey High School tennis courts. June 15 will be a rain make-up day. The cost will be $20. The fundamentals of tennis will be stressed such as proper grips, fore-hands, backhands, and serves. Several current varsity and jv players will be on hand to assist at the camp. Below are the grades and times we will meet. A t-shirt will be included in the camp price. Please make sure your camper brings a bottle of water. On the first day, if it is raining or has recently rained, we will meet the next day. The deadline to mail form is June 4, 2012 (to be guaranteed a
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Blair said, but added that he was proud of the way his team competed and how it finished, especially among the middle-tier teams. “I hope it helps our underclassmen to understand how to play competitive golf,� the coach said. “But I’m glad that our season ended on a positive note.� There’s an old adage in golf that says “you drive for show and putt for dough.� Well, Grant didn’t putt for dough at Fendrich, but better putting did get him into the Regionals. Meanwhile at the bottom of the standings, the Vikings had a rough day, but a good one, according to Coach Rich Esterling. “We played well,� Esterling said. “When you remember that only one of your kids had much experience golfing in a Sectional and that three had been there for the first time, I think we did well.�
t-shirt, I must have the form by May 23.) If you have paid for the camp but your child does not attend, a refund will not be given. • Girls Grades 4-6 (Upcoming school year grade): 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m. • Girls Grades 7-9 (Upcoming school year grade): 8:45 a.m.-9:45 a.m. • Boys Grades 4-9 (Upcoming school year grade): 10 a.m.-11 a.m. If you have questions, please call Coach Barrett at (812) 250-6676 or email: northposeytennis@gmail.com Make Checks Payable to Brandon Barrett and mail to: Brandon Barrett 2600 Black Oak Ct. Wadesville, IN 47638
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We fought hard and tried to get better.� Esterling said that the conditions Friday hampered his team a little, but they were able to do some things well on the course. Tyler Stock led North Posey with a 94 (47-47), while Josh Esterling added a 95 (46-49). Chase Wildeman sliced five strokes off his score on the back side, but it wasn’t enough as he finished with a 109 (5651) and Darren O’Risky rounded out the foursome with a 119 (58-61). The five three-putts kept Whitmore from doing even better than his 84, according to his coach, Rick Johnson, a development Johnson partly attributed to the conditions at Fendrich. The other golfer out at New Harmony this sea-
son, Clint Matthews, was unable to compete due to work commitments. “Kyle played well,� Johnson said. “I’m not complaining about the conditions, I just hope Kyle will play more and improve his game.� Whitmore will attend North Posey next year and has often shot better than any of the Vikings on this season’s team. Esterling was impressed with his round and is looking forward to having the Rappite golfer playing as part of the Vikings next year. Bosse registered a score of 334 and finished eighth in the Sectional, while Mater Dei (337) and Day School (352) rounded out the top 10. Boonville (368) finished 11th and Signature School (383) 12th.
MV Soccer camp registration started The Mount Vernon Soccer Booster Club will be holding the 2012 Soccer Camp on Monday June 25 through Thursday June 28 from 5:30-7:30 at the Mount Vernon Jr. High Soccer field. The cost of the camp is $35 and includes the cost of a Mount Vernon Soccer t-shirt (for all campers signed up prior to June 18). Please call 480-0348 or email mvcubsoccer@ gmail.com for more information, sign-up forms, etc. A check for $35 along with player name, age, 2012/2013 school year grade, shirt size, email address, phone number, and mailing address should be mailed to : Mount Vernon Soccer Booster Club; P.O. Box 48, Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620. Campers will be separated into girls and boys groups and all activities will be age appropriate. All campers should bring shin guards, soccer cleats, and water to each session.
Sports Menu Tuesday, June 5 AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL: Pate at Mount Vernon; NORTH POSEY YOUTH BASEBALL: Cynthiana vs. South Terrace, Wadesville vs. Poseyville Black (Major League); RURAL GIRLS’ SOFTBALL: Poseyville One at Harwood (U-12), Poseyville One at McCutchanville One (U–14). Wednesday, June 6 AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL: Funkhouser at Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Junior at Pate Junior; SOUTH GIBSON BABE RUTH BASEBALL: Princeton White at North Posey Red, St. Wendel at Princeton Red, North Posey Black at Oakland City; MOUNT VERNON YOUTH BASEBALL: St. Wendel Two at St. Phillip One, Corpus Christi One at Mount Vernon One (Pinto League) ; RURAL GIRLS’ SOFTBALL: Poseyville One at St. Phillip (U-12), Poseyville One at Memorial Feeder Two, Poseyville One at German Two (U-10), St. Phillip One at Poseyville Three, Poseyville One at Poseyville Two (U-8). Thursday, June 7 AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL: Princeton at Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Junior at Newburgh Junior; MOUNT VERNON YOUTH BASEBALL: St. Wendel One at Holy Redeemer (Pinto); RURAL
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GIRLS’ SOFTBALL: Poseyville One at Memorial Feeder One (U-14). Friday, June 8 BOYS’ GOLF: Mount Vernon (Trevor Grant) in the IHSAA Regional at Country Oaks; ST. WENDEL SOFTBALL: Sandy’s Pizza vs. DT’s, Silver Bell vs. Hoehn’s Plastics, Multiple Scoregasms vs. MAP Oil; RURAL GIRLS’ SOFTBALL: Poseyville One at St. Phillips Two (U-8), Poseyville One vs. South Spencer One (U14). Saturday, June 9 SOUTH GIBSON BABE RUTH BASEBALL: North Posey Red at Legion, North Posey Black at Merchants, VFW at St. Wendel; MOUNT VERNON YOUTH BASEBALL: St. Wendel One at St. Phillip Three, WSIL Two at St. Wendel Two (Pinto). Sunday, June 10 AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL: Mount Vernon Junior at Heritage Hills (doubleheader). Monday, June 11 SOUTH GIBSON BABE RUTH BASEBALL: St. Wendel at Merchants, Owensville at North Posey Black, North Posey Red at Oakland City; RURAL GIRLS’ SOFTBALL: Plaza One at Poseyville One, Scott One at Poseyville One (U12), St. Joe at Poseyville One (U-14).
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The Harrison College Veterinary Technician Association HCVTA held it’s first ‘Bark in the Park’ in Garvin Park on Saturday. All proceeds from Bark in the Park went to support the HCVTA, Lucky Labs Rescue and Posey Humane Society. Volunteering at the event are (Front Row Left to Right:) Kelly Lanham, Carley Redman, April Ryburn, Staci Foster, Karisa Green, Jennifer Claspell, Leslie Schalasky, Rachel Shipp (Back Row Left to Right:) Beverly Millay, Becca Harmon, Becky Wenzel, Lindsay Moyes, Jessica Thoms, Jessica Ewing, Danielle Himsel, Katie Beadles, Karen Buschkill and her children. To find out more about go to harrison.edu . Photo by Zach Straw.
Softball Lady Cats honored for season at banquet player and top offensive player with her .505 batting average, as well as being an all-Conference and All-District Five player, an honor she received from the Indiana Coaches of Girls’ Sports Association. Stratton was the team’s top defensive player. JUST ASK US, WE MIGHT HAVE IT. JUST ASK US, WE MIGHT HAVE IT.
next season. “It’s hard to project and predict,” he explained. “But I think we should be competitive again next year. There were some games where we didn’t have a chance and I don’t want that to happen. I want us to be in every game.” Bell also thanked assistant coaches Jason Bell, Jarrod Offerman, Hunter Stevens and Bruce Denning for their help over the course of the season. The coach also reviewed the reserve team’s 3-3-1 record and presented certificates to Shawna Harmon, Kyli Gross, Shelby Riordan, Riley Goad and Shelby Ritzert. Freshman numerals went to each of the reserves except for Shelby Ritzert, who was a sophomore. Seifert was named the team’s most valuable
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the last few games injured for about three weeks or four weeks, but she did a nice job hitting out of the five hole and Amy Seifert, .505 (Seifert’s batting average this season), that’s pretty salty. We’re not going to replace her, but we’re sure going to try.” Bell said that he would miss Seifert (who earned a spot on the All-Big Eight softball team) and hoped she would be able to play in college. As for the underclassmen, Bell said that it’s easy to be excited about the returning players. Freshmen Dick, Tucker, Weilbrenner and junior Andrea Seifert earned their first varsity letters this season. All three of the frosh played because of their talent, Bell said, adding that the returning sophomores and juniors should make the team competitive again
As the school year draws to a close, the final awards banquets are also being held at Mt. Vernon High School. The softball team met Wednesday night for their final gathering of the 2012 season. Major awards were presented to MacKenzie Stratton, Defensive Player of the Year; and Amy Jo Seifert, Offensive Player of the Year, Most Valuable Player, Big 8 All Conference, and All District. Seifert was also LOCALLY OWNED invited to play in the North-South Game in June. Photo by Terri Koch JUST ASK US, WE MIGHT HAVE IT. the year. We showed what going. Rhylee Ford played By Steve Joos The Mount Vernon soft- we were made of in the last ball team had a bit of an three games of the season.” TOBACCO HOURS: Mon-Sat 8am-8pm and Sun 9am-6pm In those games, Mount up and down year in 2012, Vernon topped Reitz to beating some very good 1827 Waterworks Rd. Beside the LST Memorial. 812-422-7665 teams, while struggling at close out the regular season times against some squads before McKenzie Stratton that weren’t so good, all pitched a one-hitter against en route to a 15-13 year Princeton in the Sectional where they defeated a opener and then Gibson Princeton team which had Southern survived a game beaten them in the regular Mount Vernon could have season and taking a highly won with a break here and regarded Gibson Southern there. “The girls can play,” Bell squad which had beaten them under the 10-run rule said. “Everybody knows during the regular season this. I told the girls they to 11 innings before falling won’t sneak up on anybody in the Class 3A Sectional next year, so we have to be ready.” semifinals. Varsity letters went to Those achievements were reviewed Wednesday Stratton, Rhylee Ford, night as the team had its Ashleigh Goff, Amy Seifbanquet and awards cer- ert, Abby Oden, Tylyn emony at the high school Tanner, Brittany Wilson, Madison Denning, Andrea cafeteria. “I was exited about the Dick, Katie Tucker, Elseason, Coach Dave Bell lie Weilbrenner, Elizabeth said. “You can play the ifs Damm, Erica Winiger and FLAVOR BRAND MATCHING and buts game. We could Andrea Seifert. Ford, Goff and Seifert have won two or three NO FIRE SAFE TUBES more here, but then you can were the seniors on this say that we could have lost year’s team. NO CHEMICALS ADDED “You’re going to miss two or three more. But we INCLUDES TOBACCO, TUBES had a nice year. I thought the seniors,” Bell said. the girls really came on; “There’s no doubt about & MACHINE RENTAL they got more accustomed that. Ashleigh Goff didn’t R.Y.O. MACHINE MAKES A to me and my antics. They get a whole lot of playing got stronger near the end of time, but behind the scenes CARTON IN 8 MINUTES!!! the year; we came on dur- she did a lot to help the kids ing the last three games of and keep the young kids
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1708 Greenbriar 3860 E. Blackford Rd. 1251 Tanglewood 5 br, 3 1/ 2 ba, 1 1/ 2 story brick 5 br, 3 1/2 ba, updated kitchen 4 br, 5 ba, 1.147 acre $389,000. MLS #187633 $259,900. MLS #186391 $219,900. MLS #189381
3687 N Caborn Rd 3-5 br, 3 ba, 2 1/2 car gar $179,900. MLS #181939
300 Kennedy Drive 3 br, 2 1/2 ba, 4 1/2 car att gar. $169,900. MLS# 190819
745 W Hwy 62 3 br, 2 ba brick ranch $164,900. MLS #189256
2120 Bridges Lane 4-5 br, 3 ba, 4 car gar $159,900. MLS #185011
1229 Mockingbird 3 br, 2 ba, inground pool $154,900. MLS #184421
745 Smith Road 3-4 br, 2 ba, full bsmt $105,900. MLS #177124
840 Magnolia 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths $89,000. MLS #188193
613 East 9th Street 3 br, 1 1/2 ba, close to scchools $87,900. MLS #189450
2500 Holler Road 3 br, 2 1/2 ba, 2 1/2 car gar $86,900. MLS #180644
115 N. Sawmill Remodeled 3 br, 1 1/2 ba $86,400. MLS #185911
626 Mulberry 3 br, 2 ba 2 1/2 car gar $84,900. MLS #180416
631 E 5th St 3 br, 2 full ba, lg kitchen $79,900. MLS #184203
330 Vista 3 br, 1 1/2 ba, gar + full bsmt. $74,900. MLS #190710
927 E. 5th Street 3-4 br, 1 1/2 ba, new roof & carpet $73,900. MLS #187601
727 E. 4th Street 3-4 br, 1 ba, detached gar $59,900. MLS #191084
423 Canal 3 br, 1 1/2 ba, det gar $50,900. MLS #184938
1121 E. 2nd Street 2 br, 1 ba, large garage $47,500. MLS #187556
408 Main St., Owensville 3 br, 1 ba, great garage $45,000. MLS #188698
421 W 2nd Street 4 br, 1 ba, 1 1/2 car det gar $44,900. MLS #164847
227 Pearl 3 br, 1210 sq ft, det gar $39,900. MLS #164841
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Shane & Lindsay Suits: helping others honor home and hearth Mount Vernon natives Shane and Lindsay Suits describe themselves as â&#x20AC;&#x153;homebodies.â&#x20AC;? They love spending time with their family and friends at their new home (since February) in Country Club Estates. At the same time, they want to share their resources to help others honor home and hearth as well. In her second year as Black Township Trustee, Lindsay is committed to bipartisan action. Although president of the local Republican Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Committee, she takes pride in offering programs with no political strings attached. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not about Democrat, not about Republican; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not about politics,â&#x20AC;? she says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about working for all of us so we can see the difference we need in our community.â&#x20AC;? She says her goal as trustee is â&#x20AC;&#x153;breaking that cycle of dependency.â&#x20AC;? She believes educating families and supporting their children will accomplish that goal. To that end, she has arranged
for GED classes and testing at Mount Vernon General Baptist Church. Moreover, she provides space for the Big Brothers Big Sisters, or BBBS, program, for which she serves on the board, at the trusteeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s building. Rev. Jim Weihrauch serves there in the dual capacity as coordinator for BBBS and as a financial advisor to work confidentially one-on-one with families to develop a budget. In addition, Lindsay is working with John Tate, director of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s park and recreation department to provide healthy recreation for local children. The trusteeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office is helping to replace unsafe playground equipment at Brittlebank Park with new playground equipment, ready for children this coming July. In 2013, she and Tate will offer a new summer program for kids as well. Perhaps the biggest commitment of all is the offering of $400,000 in the cumulative fire fund maintained by the Black Township Trustee toward the construction of a new city fire and
police station. Lindsay has been working with city officials, including the grant writer, to make that dream a reality. Together, Shane, employed with Whayne Supply, and Lindsay support community families through their church, Agape Family Ministries, or AFM, as well. They stay busy working with elementary school children in childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s church and with helping out in the nursery when needed. Once again this year, they are excited about leading vacation Bible school classes at AFM. The couple remains active also in Relay for Life and River Days. Celebrating nine years of marriage, Shane and Lindsay enjoy activities with their well-mannered young sons, Maddox (5) and Mason (6). Maddox is looking forward to kin-
dergarten at West this fall while Mason is grateful for the summer break before starting first grade at West. The boys keep their parents hopping from one sport to anotherâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;wrestling, swimming, baseball and even BMX bike racing. As a family, everyone enjoys
tooling about the yard in the golf cart to work on home improvements. Camping and Florida beach combing are favorite family vacations. Watching over the Suits clan is the dynamic dog duo of Branson the Rottweiler and Roxy the Maltese.
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