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Supply issues slow Posey Solar By Trisha L. Lopez The Posey Solar Project was pitched as a key step in CenterPoint Energy’s quest to move to cleaner power. A year and a half filled with emotionally charged meetings, site plan and policy shifts and thousands of dollars spent in legal fees has passed since the project went public and Posey County’s most hotly debated issue in recent memory appears to be stuck in a holding pattern. The solar industry, pegged as the future of energy, has become mired in federal red tape and the project that has pitted neighbor against neighbor throughout Posey County is caught in its midst. Solar industry advocates spent much of 2021 celebrating a forecasted boom in solar development nationwide. Indiana was projected to jump from 23rd to fourth in the country in solar growth thanks largely to more than 15 Hoosier state-sited solar developments of 1,000 acres or more targeted to go online by 2024. Several were initially set to begin construction this summer. Pending permitting approval, Posey Solar was thought to be on a similar timeline. The Posey Solar Project received preliminary site plan approval from the Area Plan Commission in September 2021 and looked to be headed for a final hearing by the end of the year or early 2022. As of May, APC members were still waiting for final application paperwork. A hearing may be coming in August, members said, but has yet to be scheduled.

There are more questions than answers in the solar industry at the moment. What seemed like a sprint to move forward in the early months of the project has slowed to a crawl. The possibility of federal tariffs that could increase costs by as much as 250 percent have slammed the door on solar and no one knows when it may open again. “No one really knows the numbers…those doing the projects…have really no idea what a panel could cost. A $300 million project could now cost $75 to $375 million more,” said Steve Eberly, executive director of advocacy group Hoosiers for Renewables. The United States Commerce Department launched an investigation into solar panel production trying to discover if Chinese manufacturers have been getting around tariffs by setting up shop in Cambodia, Malaysia, Vietnam and Thailand…four countries who account for more than 80 percent of the panels used in the United States. The outcome of the investigation could be devastating for solar development nationwide if companies are forced to cover the extra costs. A May report by independent energy consulting company Rystad Energy showed that 64 percent of the nation’s 27 gigawatts of new solar generation planned for installation in 2022 is in danger. “The bottom line is that the industry which creates the projects, the power companies that have to buy the pow-

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Claire Wright enjoys helping her mother, Carley Wright, pick strawberries recently. Strawberry season is almost done in Posey County for another year. Photo provided

Wilson faces felony charge By Trisha L. Lopez Wilson told officers that he held out his Posey County Councilman Aaron Wilson hand and Scarafia slapped it. Wilson said he is facing misdemeanor battery and Level 6 pushed him back into a chair and it fell over. felony intimidation charges after an alleged He said he continued to push Scarafia off of altercation on Saturday evening. He is ex- the porch, after which Scarafia grabbed a pected to appear in Posey County Circuit broom and began to approach him. Court at 1:30 p.m. on June “(Wilson) stated that he 20. had put Scarafia in a choke Wilson told Indiana State hold. After that, the fight was Police Sergeant Alexander concluded and Wilson left,” Ross Vennekotter that he court documents show. was driving past his propScarafia admitted to oferty at 10 West Fletchall Ave ficers that he had grabbed a in Poseyville…the home of broom, but said he had not hit his wife, with whom Wilson Wilson. Scarafia told officers is currently going through that Lynn intervened to stop divorce proceedings…and the fight. saw Kristopher Scarafia and In his written statement to Codey Lynn sitting on the police, Scarafia said “Aaron Bob and Hope Alspaugh proudly display their 1949 Chevy 5-window Rostomod at porch with Wilson’s wife Wilson showed up and hit Aaron Wilson the Saint Wendel Grillin’ and Chillin’ event on Saturday. Photo by Theresa Bratcher Lacy Wilson and Tara Gibbs. Cody in the face knocking his According to the probable cause affidavit hat off and (Wilson) showed up telling us we filed with the Posey Circuit Court on Sun- had five minutes left.” day, Wilson said he was in the area to pick up Lynn told police that Wilson told them firewood. He said he left his vehicle and told “you have five minutes to leave and I’m gothe men to leave his house. He left to drop off ing to come back and kill you.” the firewood and later returned. “While I was with Scarafia and Lynn, Sca“Wilson stated he came back to the resi- rafia stated that he had just remembered that By Lois Mittino Gray dence and told Scarafia and Lynn that they Wilson held a closed pocket knife close to Due to the generosity of a legendary local woman and her had five minutes to ‘get the (expletive) off tragedy almost 130 years ago, a large amount of money is of his front porch,’” court documents show. Continued on Page A3 available today to assist Posey County orphans. The Matilda Greathouse Alexander Orphan Fund was established on November 14, 1892 to help county residents, up to 18 years of Matilda Greathouse age, who have lost at least one biological parent. The finanAlexander cial help includes two $200 JC Penney gift cards for clothing Special to the News disclosed sexual abuse durdistributed twice a year, textbook rental and other school fees, and medical needs, such as Sheriff Tom Latham said ing a forensic interview. The eyeglasses if warranted. after the detective comalleged incident took place at Board of Trustees President Mark McDonald said the board wants to create more public pleted an investigation to the home of North, within the awareness of this untapped opportunity which so many children in the county can qualify the allegations of Child past several months. to receive. The Alexander Orphan Trust is advertised through county schools, both public Molesting, Posey County North was taken into custoand parochial, but it must be applied for by the remaining parent or guardian. “ Every child Sheriff’s Office obtained dy, overnight, without incident can receive it if they are a resident, under 18 (unless they are 18 and still in school or home- a warrant for 72-year-old and arrested on the warrant by schooled), and have one deceased biological parent,” President McDonald explained. “They David North, of Evansville Posey County Deputies. North just need to contact our Secretary, Susan Blackburn.” Indiana. was booked into the Posey The fund is invested in Old National Bank with monies generated through the years by a After two juveniles came County Jail for one count of working 110 acre farm in Lynn Township, near Smith School House Road. Matilda Great- forward with the allegations Level 1 Child Molesting and David North to authorities, the juveniles two counts, Level 4 Child Mowere taken to Holly’s House where they lesting. North has a $75,000 bond. Continued on Page A7

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Public servant Larry Robb steps down after 45-year job

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By Trisha L. Lopez After 45 years spent working as a volunteer firefighter, Larry Robb said he knew the time had come for him to step aside. Robb, head of the Posey County Emergency Management Agency, has worn many hats in his time with the New Harmony and Black Township. He’s worked as an EMT, fire chief, captain and an arson investigator. “It’s something I’ve enjoyed. I’ve been with the fire department since (19)76 or so. My father was a member of the New Harmony Fire Department. He retired, so I was able to get in his spot. At that time, they had a waiting list for firefighters,” Robb said. “My father was on the department, then I became (a firefighter)

and now my son’s been on New Harmony’s (department) for 10 years or so.” Robb values service and most of his adult life has been spent giving back to Posey County. While protecting the county as a firefighter, he worked as a 911 operator and director, was an inaugural team member of Posey County Emergency Medical Services, spent 12 years working at the Posey County Jail and four years as jail commander. “When you live some place that you love and you care about others, it’s just what you do. I’m not the only one in the county that’s like that,” Robb said. Concerns that he might not be able to provide the high physical level of service he knew

the job required prompted Robb to make the move to hang up his boots on June 1. “I’m almost 66 this year. I was concerned that I wouldn’t be able to perform as needed during an emergency..couldn’t drag somebody out of a building if there was a problem,” Robb said. “The world of all sorts of emergencies requires you to do everything from car wrecks, medical calls, hazardous materials spills, fires, fire investigations. There’s a lot of training and you have to be proficient. The fire trucks…you work those, because if they just sit it may not work when you need it. They need to make sure that at 2 a.m., that

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Snakes and nature calls

Back before we bought the farm where I live we had leased it for B D many years. Like many H farms they are outta town and in the middle of nowhere with no services… and no privy. So when the urge hit and nature called, one had no choice but to finds a place and… well, go do your business. The place where I took care of my business was in a island in the middle of the farm. It was full of sand and rocks, and it was cut out from the rest of the farm because it wouldn’t grow a crop… an arroyo as they say. It was also a place where brush and down trees were later hauled to help keep all that sand from blowing and burning the crops off the other fields in the spring winds.

I had me a special place picked where I did my morning constitutional. It was an old tree that had been hauled there years before and it had a forked limb that was just right… a natural toilet seat you might say, not too wide, not too narrow. Not too high, and not too low, just comfortable. It was hidden by mesquites so that passerby’s who happened along at the inopportune moment couldn’t see ya. Well I had a hole dug under it so that it was semi sanitary. No further details needed I suppose, I’m sure you get the picture. Anyway… One day in a rush to take care of business, I ran to my tree, dropped my drawers and commenced with my urgent business. Things were going quite smoothly you might say until I looked near my feet and I saw there in between them was a snake!! Fear hit me and I went into fight or flight mode, problem was I had nothing but a roll of toilet paper in my hand and I didn’t think that would do much damage so I chose the flight option.

Well that wasn’t the best choice either because you can’t run with your britches down around your ankles! But I ran… or tried at least. I started to fall and twisted my ankle in the process I grabbed a mesquite limb to keep from falling which proved to be bad decision number 2 (no pun intended). Finally, after scratched cheeks, a twisted ankle and a bleeding hand I gained my composure and I looked again and it was just a harmless hog nosed snake. But in my defense, being in rattlesnake county when you see a snake unannounced… you run ﬁrst and investigate later. Well I didn’t feel the need for further business because that snake literally scared the… you know what outta me. From then on I took a shovel to defend myself. I gotta say, that snake picked a crappy place to try and make a living, and I’m really glad we ﬁnally were able to buy the farm along with the house… where there was indoor plumbing.

Making Sense by Michael Reagan Why is it that whenever we dig into the details of a mass shooting we wind up ﬁnding nothing but screw ups? Police, schools, mental health oﬃcials, parents – they’ve all messed up in ways to make mass shootings possible or deadlier. At the Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, we learned that police responded within minutes but then stood around for almost an hour in the hallway while the shooter was barricaded in a classroom and still killing children. We learned that there was no armed security guard stationed at the Robb school that day and that a door to the outside – which the shooter used to enter the building – did not

lock automatically as it should have. We also learned that the 18-year-old killer, as is so often the case, was known by his family, the authorities and his schoolmates to be a mentally unstable and scary gun nut, yet no one “red-ﬂagged” him as a potential threat to himself or others. And how many times have we heard stories about how the parents of future mass murderers continued to let them have access to guns even after it had become obvious to them that their children were dangerously disturbed. What we’ve seen over and over again in these mass shootings is that everyone’s waiting for someone else to do the right things, but then no one does the right things.

Matt Hostettler, State Representative Let’s honor those who give back Indiana communities can thrive thanks to the hard work of older Hoosiers who donate their time and energy to making their hometowns a better place. The Golden Hoosier Award, which is now open for nominations, recognizes citizens who serve their communities. To be eligible for a Golden Hoosier Award, nominees must currently be an Indiana resident, age 65 or older, and a volunteer in the community for the past three years. Individuals cannot have previously received the award.

To nominate someone for the Golden Hoosier Award before the June 10 deadline, visit https://www.in.gov/lg/lt-governor-initiatives/ golden-hoosier-award/2022-golden-hoosiernominee-information/. A ceremony will be held at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center to honor the awardees. Hoosiers who donate their time and energy to serving their communities are deserving of recognition. The Golden Hoosier Award is just one way to honor their gift to all of us. Nominate the Golden Hoosier in your life now.

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It’s not that hard to protect a school from being invaded by a mass murderer – if we have the will. Just as we do at airports, rock concerts and Super Bowls, we can use high fences, gates and automatically locking doors (that work). We can also hire full-time security guards who are well armed, well trained and not afraid to shoot anyone dead who shows up at a school and tries to kill people. A school guard without a gun is just a spectator at a slaughter -- or another victim. But Democrats and the liberal media are so mindlessly in favor of stricter and stricter gun control that they’ll never understand that the best way to prevent a tragedy like the one in Uvalde is more guns – guns in the right hands. Following the massacre in Texas, the antigun nuts again instantly proved how little they know about “the weapons of war” they desperately want to take away from us lawabiding citizens. I don’t think three Democrats in Congress could define what an assault weapon actually is, much less explain the difference between a semi-automatic AR-15, a high-powered deer rifle and an Uzi. And this week we heard President Biden babbling on about the difference in stopping power between a 9mm handgun – the most commonly produced pistol in the U.S. – and a .22 pistol. Biden said he wants to ban high-caliber 9mm handguns like Glocks, which are used by most police forces and the security guards

who protect him 24/7, because he thinks no one needs a gun for protection that is so powerful it “can blow the lung out of a body.” Just to let him know, it was a .22 that almost killed my dad. Many assassins use a .22 because when the smaller bullet enters your body it bounces off your bones like a ping pong ball and causes greater internal damage. No one expects Biden to know what he’s talking about when he talks about guns, and the dishonest major media are too much on the gun-control team to discuss other sensible, doable ways of preventing future school shootings. Putting well-armed security guards in our schools is extremely important, obviously, but it is parents who are the first line of defense. If you realize your kid is out of control and truly dangerous, take their guns away. Give them to a neighbor. Lock them in a safe. And please don’t wait for the government, the school principal or anyone else to red flag your child as a threat to themselves or others. Do the right thing. Throw the red flag yourself. Copyright 2022 Michael Reagan, distributed exclusively by Cagle Cartoons newspaper syndicate. Michael Reagan, the son of President Ronald Reagan, is an author, speaker and president of the Reagan Legacy Foundation. Send comments to reagan@caglecartoons.com and follow @reaganworld on Twitter.

Do your part to end Assaults On May 26, another sad chapter in the reprehensible treatment of gymnasts at the hands of Larry Nassar came to an end when the U.S. Dept. of Justice declined to pursue criminal charges against two former FBI special agents in the Indianapolis office. When these brave gymnasts came forward in 2015, risking shame and blame, the FBI office in Indianapolis did not believe them. Meanwhile, Nassar sexually assaulted an estimated 120 women and children while the investigation stalled. Now, there will be no consequences for those agents, whose inaction and delay put others at risk, and betrayed the trust of an entire community. It took years for McKayla Maroney, Simone Biles, Maggie Nichols and Ally Raisman, along with scores of other gymnasts abused by Larry Nassar and those affiliated with USA Gymnastics, to be believed. At the Indiana Coalition to End Sexual Assault and Human Trafficking, we know that the number one reason survivors don’t report is because they don’t think they will believed. And in this case, here in our home state, they weren’t. Nationally, 63 percent of sexual assaults are not reported to law enforcement. Rape is the most underreported crime, according to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center. Statistics show that like the gymnasts, survivors either know, or are acquainted with, the individual who assaults or abuses them.

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The stigma of the crime prevents survivors from coming forward. What can we do? Believe victims. Nationally, false reporting is between two and 10 percent. Ninety to 98 percent of survivors are telling the truth. In Indiana, one in five women have been sexually assaulted. Indiana ranks fourth in the nation for reported rapes among high school girls and sixth for high school boys. If Olympic gymnasts aren’t safe, then who is? Believing victims takes all of us. It starts at home, with open and frequent conversations about consent, and healthy and respectful relationships. You can learn how to be an effective bystander. You can talk to your employer about workplace sexual harassment policies. You can contact your federal and local elected official to advocate for survivors. And, you can support initiatives that empower survivors. At the Indiana Coalition to End Sexual Assault and Human Trafficking, we are tireless in ensuring survivors are believed and supported. Our mission is to provide training and support to recognize the warning signs, and create a culture of care for young people, so this never happens again. Let this moment in time renew our efforts to protect survivors and hold abusers accountable. Let’s start by believing our survivors. Sincerely, Beth White, CEO Priscilla D. Keith, President of the Board Indiana Coalition to End Sexual Assault and Human Trafficking

D-Day

“Throughout the 200-year history of the United States B the American nation J J has been at war.” R That was how author William Koenig led into his 1980 book, Americans at War. Although ostensibly a study of American warfare from about 1775 at Lexington and Concord to 1975, the end of the Viet Nam War, Koenig actually starts with the arrival of the Mayflower in 1620 and Native Americans meeting the ship. Had he waited until today to publish he could have included another fifty years of Americans at war, right up to Ukraine. In general, we Americans view our involvement in foreign wars, that is, non-Native American warfare, as justified by the belligerence of others who have forced us reluctantly into “making the world safe for democracy.” The beginning of our provision of armaments, intelligence and training to Ukraine dates back to soon after the fall of the Berlin Wall and the “breakup” of the Soviet Union. The current U.S. commitment of over 50 billion dollars is only a fraction of our huge military and economic support for Ukraine over many years. Russia has often taken note.

George Soros, the Hungarian born American billionaire, stated on May 24, 2022 that the Russia-Ukraine war may be the start of World War III and result in the end of human civilization. Such doomsday statements are not a new phenomenon. Ever since the days of The Flood people have warned that human behavior, usually by someone other than the Jeremiad of the moment, was going to lead to the end of the world. They mean the end of homo sapiens’ short 200,000year reign on our 4.5-billion-year-old planet. Earth will survive, but without us. I have no estimate how many predictions of mankind’s demise have been made from the time of our common really great-grandmother, Lucy, in Africa until 1945. Until America came up with and used the atom bomb, the philosophers who had previously cried wolf were doing just that. However, now with numerous countries possessing nuclear weapons and itching to use them, we may have finally made honest men out of Noah and all the other survivalists. I am not going to address climate change and pollution as doomsday machines as I only have about three pages of print available. I will stick with nuclear war in this column. With nuclear powers, such as Russia, North Korea, China, America and Israel all claiming they fear for their survival, I am reminded of my onetime acquaintance who told me in

1973 that if Egypt were about to destroy Israel that Israel would be justified in destroying the whole world to avenge itself. Fortunately, he was not an Israeli and Egypt stood down. I do wonder if Putin might feel so threatened he would believe Russia would be justified in starting the nuclear daisy chain. These thoughts of World War III came scrambling into my brain when I thought about June 06, 1944 and D-Day. Americans and many others thought the World War of 19141918 with its inane carnage, over no one knew what, was going to end world-wide war. Then the courage and sacrifice of 150,000 American soldiers on D-Day was touted as the beginning of the end of totalitarian regimes. Later we thought we had learned something from Korea, Viet Nam, Iraq and Afghanistan. Now, George Soros, hardly a war monger, fears we may be at the beginning of WWIII raging in Ukraine. As for me, I will place my confidence in that part of human nature that has pulled us back from self-immolation many times. History leads me to have faith we will not self-fulfill such a dire prophecy. Of course, if I am right everyone will be around to say so, and if I am wrong, what difference will it make? For more Gavel Gamut articles go to www.jamesmredwine. com or “Like/Follow” us on Facebook and Twitter at JPegOsageRanch.

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JUNE 7, 2022 Timothy Joseph Boling Timothy Joseph Boling (Tim or Timmy Jo) of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed on May 30, 2022, at the age of 66. Timmy Jo was born in Evansville, Indiana to Ms. Loretta Smith and the late Mr. Donald Moorman (wife Rita). Tim grew up in Mount Vernon, Indiana. Tim is preceded in death by his beloved brother Francis (“Baby Frank”) Smith Jr. Tim graduated from Mount Vernon High School and went on to work at ADM Milling before joining General Electric both in Mount Vernon, Indiana. For the past 30 years Tim was a welder in Indianapolis, Indiana. Tim was a caring husband, son, brother, uncle, great uncle, nephew, cousin and great friend. Tim is survived by his wife Michelle “Shelly” Boling (and her son Austin and daughter Aubrey) of Indianapolis, Ind.; and mother Ms. Loretta Smith of Mount Vernon, Ind.; three sisters Twanette (Lee) Fountain of Canton, Mich.; Twyresa Bibbs of Indianapolis, Ind.; Twanna Doherty of London, England; and brothers Steven (Carolyn) Moorman of Indianapolis, Ind.; Lionel Carbon of Owensboro, Ky.; two nephews, Terron Bibbs and Tyler (Diamond) Bibbs both of Indianapolis, Ind.; plus four great nephews and one great niece. He also leaves behind his beloved dog – Decatur. Tim was a lover of the great outdoors, a lifelong car enthusiast, fan of NASCAR and Monster trucks, and appreciator of Crown Royal. Tim spent his last day on earth at the Indy 500 races in the stands, with his wife Shelly, enjoying what he

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loved - before his unexpected passing only hours later. His smile and laugh were both infectious. He had a wicked and naughty sense of humour. Tim was a man who stood up for what he believed in and didn’t take crap from anyone. He was generous, loyal, caring and protective in equal measure. He was the type of man who would stop to help someone in need. It was hard not to love this man. Tim became a Christian at a young age and was a member of Unity of Indianapolis, Indiana. He enriched many lives and will be fondly remembered by all who had the pleasure of meeting him. Tim will be sorely missed, but never ever forgotten. The Family extends love and thanks to all who oﬀered their support to us during our time of need. Your phone calls, cards, thoughts and prayers helped to strengthen and encourage us. There will be no formal funeral service only informal gatherings both in Indianapolis and Mount Vernon to celebrate his life. For those who can, please join us at the American Legion in Mount Vernon, Indiana on Saturday, June 11, 2022, from 2 until 5 p.m.

Fannie S. Tennison Fannie S. Tennison, 82, of Evansville, Ind., passed away on Monday, May 30, 2022 at Saint Vincent Hospital after an illness. She was born on January 7, 1940. She worked a variety of jobs during her life that included waitressing and cashiering, production line worker at Florida Tile, tax preparer for HR Block, riveter at Cessna Aeronautics, sold Home Interior products, and beautician. In recent years, Fannie was a homemaker. She enjoyed her poodles and gardening in her ﬂower beds. She was a devoted and active member at Apostolic Word of Truth. Fannie was preceded in death by her husband, Ivan Tennison; son, Thomas Tennison; parents, Elva Louise (Meredith) Randolph and step-father, John Randolph; nephew, Mickey Loehr; niece, Gina Eaton; sister, Jimmie Bugg; brother, Melvin Billings. She is survived by her daughter, Susie McDurmon; grandson, Matthew P. McDurmon; son-in-law, William McDurmon Jr.; adopted daughter, Sandra Mayo; nieces, Julie Johnson, Carolyn “Sissy” Billings; nephew, Johnny Billings (Dorothy); brother, Thomas

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Billings (Denise) of Cocoa, Fla.; her beloved uncle, William Meredith of Owensboro, Ky. A funeral service was held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 4, 2022 at Alexander West Chapel oﬃciated by Pastor Jason Lawson with burial following at 3 p.m. in Bellefontaine Cemetery in Mount Vernon, Ind. Friends visited from 10 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. The church provided food during visitation. In lieu of ﬂowers the family requests donations be made to the building fund @ Apostolic Word of Truth, 2573 North Kentucky Avenue, Evansville IN, 47711, in memory of Fannie. Condolences may be offered at www.AlexanderWestChapel.com.

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Barry Lee Murphy, 70, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away May 30, 2022 at his home. He was born February 7, 1952 in Mount Vernon, Ind., to the late Joe and Glo (Wagner) Murphy. Barry had been a shift lead and technician at GE Plastics for 32 years before retiring in 2006. He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion. Barry enjoyed hunting, fishing and racing. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Jimmy “Bebo” Murphy; brother, Jeffrey Murphy; sister, Cathy Murphy; and sister-in-law, Jennifer Murphy. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Brenda (Whoberry) Murphy; children, John Murphy (Amy), Angela Morrow (Jeff) and Tara Cullman (Derek); grandchildren, Olivia, Briar and Drake Murphy, Kaitlyn and Jaden Railey, Max and Lukas Morrow, Granger and Rustin Cullman; greatgrandchildren, Maddie, River, Isabella, Maverick, Phoenix and Layla; his brother, Keith Murphy; and nieces

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and nephews. Funeral service were held on Friday, June 3, 2022 at 10 a.m., at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main Street, Mount Vernon, Ind., with Rev. Dallas Robinson and Pastor Bryan Thompson ofﬁciating. Burial to follow in Black Cemetery. Visitation was held from 4 until 8 p.m., on Thursday, June 2, 2022 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com.

Sylvia F. Stewart Sylvia F. Stewart, 61, of Mount Vernon, passed away on May 25, 2022, at Deaconess Hospital Midtown. She was born in Evansville, Ind., on May 22, 1961, to Marce Oliver Stewart and Betty Ann (Kirk) Stewart. Sylvia worked for the hospital in the dietary department for many years. She also attended Freewill Baptist Church and Mount Calvary Missionary Church in Mount Vernon. She enjoyed dancing and singing but mostly loved spending time with her grandchildren and her family. She is survived by her son, Jerome (Ashely) Stewart; grandchildren, Korbin, Kordell, Kortez, Korvon, and Kormikel Stewart, Averil Jackson, Noah King, Jae’vion, and Ka’mari Stewart; great-grandchildren, Ezra Anguish, Kynleigh Stewart, and Kylo Jackson; sisters, Evelyn Stewart, Pat Stewart, and Marrisa Price; brother, Marce Stewart, Jr.; and many nieces and nephews.

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Kimmie Eugene Price departed this life for a far better one on May 30, 2022. He was born December 27, 1953, in Mount Vernon, Ind., to the late Etoy (McCray) and Manford Price. Price was a graduate of Mount Vernon Senior High School, attended Indiana University and received his Bachelor of Science and Master of Education Degrees at Tennessee State University. Price retired from CSX Transportation, Inc., in Nashville, Tenn., after 30 years of employment where he served as District Chairman of the Transportation Communications Union. Upon his relocation to Tennessee Price remained spiritually strong and continued his walk-in faith by being baptized and becoming a member of Mount Zion Baptist Church in Nashville, Tenn. He was an avid traveler and enjoyed traveling to the Caribbean, Mexico, Colombia, New Orleans and to various Jazz Festivals. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Catherine; brother, John H. Price, sister, Viva Price and nephew, Keith Sydnor. He is survived by his only daughter, KeEra Etoy Price

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She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Janel Stewart; brothers, Dennis Stewart, Matthew Stewart, Randy Stewart, and Jesse Stewart. A funeral service was held at 12 p.m., on Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at the Denning Family Funeral Home. Visitation took place from 11 a.m., until the time of the service. In lieu of ﬂowers, memorials may be left to the funeral home to help defray funeral expenses. Online condolences may be left at denningfamilyfuneralhome.com.

The Indiana Department of Transportation announces traffic restrictions for the Wabash River bridge on State Road 62 in Posey County. Beginning on or around June 14, traffic restrictions will be put in place on SR 62 crossing the Wabash River. These restrictions will be put in place on east bound traffic first. West bound traffic will be restricted following east bound. Restrictions will allow for crews to perform a bridge inspection. A traffic flagman will be used for traffic restrictions.

to Lynn’s head while he was yelling at them to get off the porch. Lynn stated that he did not see the knife, but remembers Wilson’s hand close to his face,” Vennekotter said in court documents. Vennekotter said he observed a section of broken porch railing and Scarafia said it was broken during the altercation. Vennekotter said he saw small cuts on Scarafia’s left arm and a small cut with blood on his left elbow. Vennekotter said he handcuffed Wilson and placed him in the front seat of his car. During the trip to the Posey County Jail, Vennekotter said Wilson bragged about beating up Scarafia, but said “(Wilson) could see the nervousness from Scarafia. Wilson also stated that he should not have done anything.” Wilson was arrested and booked at the Posey County Jail at 10:16 p.m., Saturday. He was released on a $5,000 surety or $500 cash bond set by Senior Judge Brent Al-

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mon Sunday evening. Per the conditions of his bail, Wilson was ordered not to possess a firearm outside of his personal residence and to have no contact with Scarafia or Lynn. Posey County Sheriff Tom Latham said the ISP will handle the investigation to avoid any potential conflicts. As a member of the Posey County Council, Wilson is directly responsible for salaries and department budgets. The sheriff’s department has been called to the home three times over the past few months and those reports have also been turned over to the Indiana State Police for investigation. A special prosecutor and judge will also be assigned to the case. When contacted by the Posey County News for comment, Wilson said “I regret the way things turned out.” He said, “it’s not as if I just attack people.” Scarafia, head of the New Harmony Fire Department, did not respond to requests for comment.

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of Atlanta, Ga.; sisters, Carrie Washington of Frisco, Texas and Vickie Turner of Evansville, Ind.; an uncle, Chester McCray of Henderson, Ky.; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends. Also, his faithful companion, “furson” Chico Price and friend, Loretta Coverson of Nashville, Tenn. Memorial service were held on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 at 12 p.m., at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main Street, Mount Vernon, Ind., with Minister Geno Merriweather oﬃciating. Visitation was held from 11 until 12 p.m., service time on Tuesday at the funeral home. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com.

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JUNE 7, 2022 Members of the 107th Cynthiana High School reuion are, in front left to right, Mildred (Kuehn) Martin, Dorothy (Appman) Dierleim, Emily (Reiman) Alexander, Rosalie (Appman) Yeager, Wilfred Smith, and Robert Gee. In the second row, left to right, are Mary Ann (Hendeicks) Sollman, Alice (Hendricks) Kincheloe, Sissy (Crowder) Coleman, Monte (Calvert) Fetcher, Sandra (Graper) Staley, Karen (Mathews) Jones, Donna (Mathews) Hertel.. In back, left to right, are David Hendricks, Gregory Burton, Armond Motz, Raymond Motz, Norman Motz, Bill Calvert. James Gee, Kenneth Scott. The event was held on Saturday at the Cynthiana Community Center. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Birthdays June 7 - Isabel Hagedorn, Betty Hatch, Gary Gerard, Richard Lloyd, Shannon Storms, Steve Curtis, Julie Boyd (Joest), Sara Horton-Deutsch, Isabel McKowsky,Gene Fetcher, Sarah Clark, Susan Ledbetter June 8 - Darrel Delong, Erik S. Garrett, Christopher E. Brown, Sarah Smotherman, Lucille Nash, Helen Murphy, Ted R. Moore, Kregg McGlamery, Nettie Nottingham, Pauline Denning, Virginia Hill, Una Kuhn June 9 - Audrey Gray, Cody Ungetheim, Blake Meeker, Mary Ellen

Hawley, Tara Brown, Michael J. Herring, Amanda Sturgell, Brian Bergstrom, Shawn Worman, Terry Crawford, Tony Goedde, Gayle Ward, Ruth Will, Addison Goldman, Kimberly Goforth June 10 - Alyssa Brown, Jourdan Tyler Cox, Hanna Blevins, Neil Laughbaum, Linda Hensley, Mary Beth Southard, Leigh Latshaw, Sandy Seitz, Jack Harris June 11 - Aaron James McCleave, Bill Thompson, Andrew White, Heath Hoﬀman, Jacob Kurzendoerfer, Harold Carter, Margaret Little, Chloe Wer-

ry, Nancy Harris, Kathy Hurt, Anna Downen June 12 - Eula Freeman, Esther Franz, Nellie Ours, Sergei Deptula, Melissa Johnson June 13 - Carmen Allen, Millie Brickman, Riley Goad, Ashley Hasenyager, Zachary Hasenyager, Lynn Mobley, Kristina Moore, Glen Parker, Craig Reynolds, Noah Roberts, Gabriel Golba If you have a name to be included, please send to: Posey County News, P.O. Box 397, New Harmony, IN 47631, or email: news@poseycountynews.com

Class Reunions Trina Marvel spends time painting the porch on her Cynthiana home on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dave MVHS Class of ‘68 holds ‘Homecoming’ The Class of ‘68 will be hosting our Second Homecoming Pearce on October 1, 2022 from 6-11 p.m. The Meet and Greet will be held at the American Legion Post 5, 203 Walnut, in Mount Vernon, There will be a cash bar. Snacks will be provided by the class and the kitchen will be open until 8:30 p.m., for anyone that would like to order food. We would love to invite all classmates, teachers and alumni of Mount Vernon High School. Spread the word so we can spend some time together. Hope to see you there. MVHS Class of ‘70 reunion canceled Due to the pandemic, the 50th class reunion was canceled. Mount Vernon High School Class of ‘70 is hosting a Meet and Greet as part of their 70th Birthday weekend celebration. The Meet and Greet will be held Friday, September 16, 2022 at the American Legion located at 203 Walnut in Mount Vernon from 6 to 10 p.m. There will be a cash bar. Snacks will be provided and the kitchen will be open until 8:30 p.m. for anyone who would like to order food. All classmates, teachers and alumni of Mount Vernon High School are invited to attend. The 70th Birthday Bash Dinner will be held Saturday, September 17, 2022 at Bally’s Hotel in Evansville, Indiana. Deadline for makJasper Brock takes a leap into mom Amanda’s waiting ing reservations is August 1, 2022. arms at Brittlebank Swimming Pool in Mount Vernon on The MVHS class of 1970 committee is also asking for help Saturday afternoon. Photo by Theresa Bratcher from the community in locating the following classmates that

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Note: (This first article is dedicated to a REAL student of German Immigrants, Ilse Horacek). News in this issue includes: Death claims Posey County’s oldest citizen, Henry Brinkman, the new Masonic Temple addition finished, Mount Vernon will have an artillery battery, a nice motor boat, sports, and many news briefs and personals. Death Claims Posey’s Oldest Citizen - Mount Vernon and Posey County’s oldest citizen, Henry Brinkman, passed away at his home, at 5:30 Thursday, age 97 years and 16 days, the skill of medical science failing to bring relief to this city’s pioneer. He gradually grew weaker with a severe pain in his stomach until his death. The family was

National and Local News 100 Years Ago News From The Western Star, June 8, 1922 - Mount Vernon at his bedside when he passed. Mr. Brinkman was born in the Duchy of Lippe-Detmold, Germany, May 16, 1825. He obtained an education in the schools of his native country. When he was 14-years-old until about the age of 21, he earned the brickmaker’s trade and later that of wagon-making. In 1850 he came to this country and at once came to Indiana, remaining in Evansville for two months. He then moved to this city. During the years 1854-1861 he was engaged in the manufacture of agricultural implements and wagons, the last two years having an associate in the business John Barter. In 1861 he began the manufacture of the “Brinkman Wagon” starting with but one

apprentice as an assistant. The factory grew until at one time 20 men were employed. He was the inventor of the “Posey Clipper” plow, which he manufactured in proﬁtable quantities. In 1869 he established a brick manufacturing plant which he operated successfully until 1875, when he changed it into a drain tile factory, which is still being operated. Other business and civic contributions made by Mr. Brinkman includes: the implement business, hardware and furniture business, city councilman, director of the Mount Vernon National Bank, President of Manufacturers’ Aid Society, a member of the Masonic Lodge, and assisted in founding the Trinity Evangelical Church (German Lutheran). In October 1852, he was united in marriage to Miss Margaret Hahn, a native of Hessen- Darmstadt, Germany, and the daughter of Henry Hahn. Mrs. Brinkman died in 1893. To this union were born ten children, four of whom have died, the surviving children being Miss Molly Brinkman, Otto Brinkman, Mrs. William Holton, and Mrs.

William Wilson, all of this city. He is also survived by eleven grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held from the Brinkman residence at 3 p.m. Saturday afternoon, Rev. Isen of the Trinity Church in charge. The remains were laid to rest in beautiful Bellefontaine Cemetery. Battery Now Assured - A Battery of Field Artillery as a unit of the Indiana National Guard is now assured in this city. Young men desiring to join this unit should see Capt. Phil Rowe at Lowenhaupt’s Store. Will Lay Cornerstone Of New Masonic Temple - With appropriate ceremonies the cornerstone of the new addition to the Masonic Temple at Fourth and Walnut Streets will be laid next Wed. afternoon at 2:30. The new addition is being erected by Behrick & Son. The first floor will be occupied by a kitchen and dining room, hallways, closets, and ect. The second floor will be converted into one big lodge room with a stage at one end of the room. Dignitaries will speak and the Council will be present. Motor Boat Will Be Launched Next Week - One of the largest and prettiest motor launches in this area will be launched in the Ohio River the first of next week. The

we have lost contact with since graduation: Marlena Kaye Church, Terry L. Cox, Roger A. Cross, Raymond C. Goodman, Gary Morris Graddy, Dennis L. Gross, Ralph D. Lutz, Michael Roger McNeil, Kathy S. Moyer Moll, Richard L. Reed, John L. Ricketts, Richard Carl Rogers, Roger L. Saltzman, Debra Jean Scott, Mary J. Schockley Nobles, Rosanna M. Stewart Russ, Greg Ward, Maurice Sonny Wood. If you have any information that can help us, please contact Linda Deig @ 812-459-6754. MVHS Class of ‘82 to hold 40th Reunion The Mount Vernon Class of 1982 is preparing for their 40th reunion and is asking for your help locating classmates. We are searching for: Tamara Cox, John P. Davis, Steve Day, Teresa Edwards, Daniel Elliott, Frederick Gahl, Judy Gibbs, Michael Griswold, Tony Harrington, Melanie Higgs, Teresa Hilakos, Cathy Holder, Simon Jeanpierre, Jeffrey Leneave, Martha Mason, Christopher Mattingly, Andrew McGill, Detrice Miller, Linda Muller, John Nelson, Tawana Rainey, Mark Renschler, Timothy Ricketts, Jeffrey Russell, Darren Rye, Lori Sellner, Don Slusher, Scott Small, Sherri Stephens, LaRoma Thomas, Lisa Thompson, Brent Wagner, Phyllis Warrick, Donald Wolfe, and Curtis Young. Please email the reunion committee at mvclass82@gmail. com with any information or private message Cheryl Reich or Liz Culley on Facebook. boat is owned by William Imhoff, and the finishing touches are now being put on it in the workshop in the rear of his residence at 123 East Water Street. A 32-horsepower gasoline engine will furnish power. The launch will easily accommodate 12 persons. Sports - The Norris City All Stars beat Farmersville 5 to 3 Sunday. Martin pitched for Farmers, Story for Norris City. Cynthiana beat Nesbit 16 to 9 Sunday. The Evansville Owls win against Wadesville 4 to 2. Redman pitched for Wadesville and had 11 strikeouts. Schneider pitched for the Owls. West End Sluggers beat Savah 19 to 7. The Mount Vernon Stars beat the all Black Team of Mount Vernon 10 to 6 Sunday. The Parkers won two wild and wooly games Sunday against Saint Wendel. News Briefs And Personals - Eighth Grade Graduates Of Saint Matthew’s Carrie Kaiser (highest grade average), Nicholas Wade, Louise and Margaret Maurer, Anna Kueber, Hugh McCormick, Joseph Offer, Anthony and Philip Kaffenberger, Lillian Dieg, Ralph Weckesser, and Gertrude Rankin. Cutworms At Savah - Many farmers of this community are replanting corn which the cut-worms destroyed. Births - Born to Mr. and Mrs. Au-

brey Robinson Sat. a daughter. Born to Mr. and Mrs. William Dieterle last Wed., a son, Ralph Edward. Sick List - Lida Black is getting along nicely after an operation for appendicitis at Hayden’s Hospital. Visits - G.L. Thompson of New Harmony transacted business here Saturday. John Korressell was in the city Sat. and while here gave us a pleasant call. Sunday Visits - Mr. And Mrs. Adam Albright and babe called on Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Goff Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Matthews, J.L. Keeling and family, Wm. Menikheim and family, and James Greene and family enjoyed a fish fry at Old Dam Sunday. Summer Term I.U - Erskine Utley, Elwood Smith, Ed Ruminer, James Wade, Miss Jessie Weir, and Miss Eva Cartwright left Monday for the summer term at I.U. Airplane Lands - An airplane from Princeton visited Oliver Monday, landing in a field nearby. 125 Years Ago - Married, at the residence of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Augusta Schierbaum, Sunday evening - Mr. Harry David and Miss Cora Schierbaum, Rev. Ferguson of the Baptist Church officiating. Marriage Licenses - Jas. Chaffin and Carrie Dunn; Harry David and Cora Schierbaum; H. Williams and Lulu Cox; and Clarence Cox and Ida Moye.

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THE POSEY COUNTY NEWS - PAGE A5 Brooke Sitzman, Allison Crow, Karagen Sitzman and Delayne Henderson take a quick break from Karagen’s Graduation Party on Saturday for photo. The event was held at Brittlebank Park in Mount Vernon. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Viking Pride This week’s Viking Pride recipient is senior Ava Epley. Ava works for the YMCA Summer Camp as a Camp Counselor. This is a great resource for parents for daycare as they continue work during the summer, while their kids are out of school. Here is more about Ava: Tell me about yourself. I am 17-years-old and currently a senior at North Posey High School. I am employed at the YMCA as a Y-Care counselor and a Summer Camp Counselor. How long have you been in the activity? I started working for the YMCA halfway through the spring semester of 2022 as a Y-Care Counselor at places such as South Terrace Elementary, North Elementary, and Marrs Elementary. Tell me about your role, responsibilities, and/or involvement in this activity. As a counselor, I am responsible for around 10-14 kids at a time and make sure

Ava Epley they are having fun while being safe after school. What do you enjoy most about the activity? I enjoy meeting new people while hanging out with the kids at these schools. Everyone I have met through this job are amazing people, and I am thankful for having awesome coworkers. What keeps you interested and involved in your activity? Kids have endless creativity and there is never a dull moment because of it.

Wh th activities are Whatt other you involved in? I am involved in the North Posey Student Council and National Honor Society. I also have my own Etsy business that sells crochet items to save money for college. I am a member of the Speech and Debate team at North Posey, and I take classes through the Shepard Law Academy at Harrison High School to help pursue my goal of going to law school. Tell me about your family. I am the middle child of three children and my parents are Craig and Amy Epley. My father is an electrician for CountryMark, and my mother is a pharmacist at Deaconess. My older brother went to Mater Dei and is currently in the apprenticeship program for HVAC. My younger sister is entering North Posey this upcoming school year as a freshman. What do you enjoy doing (out of school activities and/or for fun) during your

free time? I enjoy hanging out with my friends and family, working out, and baking. What advice would you share with younger elementary or middle school students? I would tell them to find hobbies they enjoy and to find a job that aligns with their interests. I love being active and babysitting, so this job is perfect. What is a fun fact about you that people may not know? My dream is to travel the world and explore new cultures and places. What is your favorite quote and why? “Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” Confucius It is evident that Ava has found activities and work that she not only has a passion for, but puts all of her heart into. Ava is a prime example of following your passions for the North Posey community to look up to.

Briefly Friends of WMI to hold Book Sale The Friends of the Working Men’s Institute will hold a Book Sale during the New Harmony Antique Show on Saturday, June 11 and Sunday, June 12 in the Working Men’s Institute’s Room for the Dissemination of Useful Knowledge. The sale will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and from Noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday.

Gwaltney Family Reunion to be held in Poseyville There will be a Gwaltney Family reunion on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at the Red Wagon Restaurant in Poseyville, Indiana beginning at 11 a.m. Registration is suggested to attend this family event. The only cost is for your noon lunch meal at the restaurant. Please register ASAP. To register contact Dr. Jeff Koonce at jbkoonce@hotmail. com, by telephone at 573-855-0918, or by letter at his home address: Dr. Jeff Koonce, 12411 Maries County Road 607, Dixon, MO 65459. The reunion is for the descendants of John Gwaltney who left the eastern side of North Carolina around 1816 and migrated to Posey County, Indiana. Most Gwaltneys who live in southern Illinois and Indiana are descendants of this John Gwaltney. Thomas Gwaltney (Gwalchmai) came to Jamestown, Virginia from Wales in 1635 and later established himself across the James River in Surry County, Virginia. Gwaltney is the anglicized version of Gwalchmai (pronounced Gwalk-my) which means “The hawk of the field.” Gwalchmai was the name of a small village in Wales. In the USA today the Gwaltney family name includes several spellings: Gaultney, Gwatney, Galtney, Gortney, Gwartney, and Gwaltney. Most Gwaltney families in southern Illinois and Indiana are descendants of John and Anna’s three sons Thomas, Harris, and Amariah.

Summer Hat Luncheon and 200th anniversary of the Door of Promise This event will take place on Saturday, June 18, from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., at the Rapp-Owen Granary. Must RSVP by Friday, June 10. There will

be a fashion show by the Mews, live music, prizes for best hats, and bouquet giveaways. Tickets are $55 per person - which includes a $20 charitable gift. Tickets can be purchased at usi.edu/giving or in person at the Historic New Harmony Oﬃce. Questions call 812-682-4488.

Black Township Fire and Rescue host Annual Summer Camp This camp is for children ages 1217 who want to learn about the emergency services profession. The cost to enroll is $10 (for the cost of a t-shirt). The camp is July 5, 12, 19, and 26, from 8 a.m., until 12 noon. To enroll go to www.blacktwpfire. org/summer-camp and print out form.

Democratic Golf Scramble scheduled The Posey County Democratic Golf Scramble will be June 13 at Western Hills Country Club in Mount Vernon, Ind. Please call Ed Adams at 812-4571183 or Sherry Willis 812-480-3875 for details. Holes sponsors are available.

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

through Friday from 6-10 a.m. As always, everyone is welcome to enjoy our food services. Also, open daily Wednesday-Sunday at noon.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

New Harmony American Legion The New Harmony American Legion is expanding its food service to our wonderful community. We have added Breakfast at the Post Sunday

Golden Raintree set for NH on June 11-12 The Annual Golden Raintree Festival will be held in New Harmony on June 11 and 12. Stay the weekend with us and experience New Harmony, Indiana. Enjoy the fine and casual dining. Shop our antiques, art and speciality shops. Rent a golf cart and ride our Wabash River Trail. Take a Historic guided tour. New Harmony has so many places to sit and reflect. Walk the walking trail or stroll through one of our many parks and gardens. Visit our website for other events happening this weekend or download a walking map. New Harmony has been voted one of America’s Dream Distinctive Destinations by the America’s Trust for Historic Preservation and one of the top 10 hidden places to visit by USA Weekend. Free admission, rain or shine. Inside (air conditioned) and outside dealer spaces available. Download registration form at VisitNewHarmony.com. Or contact Cindy Smotherman at 812-781-1390, or Jeff Smotherman at 812-459-1626. This event will take place on Saturday, June 11 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., and Sunday, June 12 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., on Main Street and inside of the Ribeyre Gymnasium.

Austin and Adler Bates, grandchildren of Jim and Rita Reynolds of New Harmony, enjoy visiting grandparents because they can ride their bikes without fear of heavy traﬃc. Photo by Dave Pearce

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Spring seeded crops deadline near Farmers are reminded that if they have prevented planted corn, they need to come into the Posey County FSA Office between June 6 and June 20 to file a CCC-576 form. Seed and chemical receipts are required. July 15 is the deadline to certify their Spring seeded crops. Planting dates are required. If you have any questions, please contact the Posey County FSA Office at 812-838-4191, ext. 2.

Rhonda Williamson was surprised by a special guest at her retirement luncheon at Harmonie State Park on Wednesday. Smokey the Bear presented her with a plaque for her many years of dedicated employee service to the park. Photo by Lois Mittino Gray

Events may be added by email or call 812-682-3950

Vacation Bible School Saint Peter’s United Bible stories, do crafts, Methodist church, 2800 Saint Phillips Road, along with Zion United Church of Christ will oﬀer Vacation Bible School on June 26, 27, 28 from 5:30-7:45 p.m. Children ages three thru sixth grade will hear

games, and songs and a lite supper will be served. Our mission project will be Helping the kids in Ukraine. If you have any questions or to register for VBS please call 812-9853751 or 812-201-7476.

June 8 at 2 p.m. - Leonardo Music - We will be “Rockin’ and Reading with Leonardo” as he plays guitar and leads lots of fun moves to the music. Meet us at Brittlebank Park shelter house. Please bring a chair. No registration is required. All ages. June 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 10 a.m. - Adult Drawing and Watercolor Workshops - This free series is for anyone wishing to learn or perfect skills in drawing or watercolor. There are still several seats available. We will be meeting in the Ohio/ Wabash room for these workshops. If you have questions or would like to take part call 812-838-3286. Must provide your own art supplies for this program. June 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 2 p.m. - Laughs and Crafts - Join us in-person at the library on Thursdays from June 9 to July 21 at 2 p.m. for Laughs and Crafts. There will be jokes, activities, stories, and a craft. Registration for students going into kindergarten to ﬁfth grade will be required and begins May 23. If the registration is full, please join the waiting list. June 13 and 27 at 9:30 a.m. - Baby/Toddler Story Time - Join us in-person at the library at 9:30 on Mondays from June 6 to July 25. There will be a story, songs, rhymes, and bubbles. Registration for children 0 to 36 months is required and begins May 23. If registration is full, please join the waiting list. June 14 at 10 a.m. Adult Summer Reading

Craft-Mini clay coastal houses - Our Summer Reading Craft is mini clay coastal houses. We will be meeting in the Ohio room for this program. Registration begins May 31. June 7 and 28 at 10:30 a.m. - Preschool Story Time - Join us in-person at the library at 10:30 on Tuesdays from June 7 to July 26. There will be stories and rhymes and activities. Registration for children ages three to ﬁve is required and begins May 23. If the registration is full, please join the waiting list. June 14 at 3 p.m. - Anime Club - For grades six12. Come hang out, watch and discuss manga and anime, do some crafts, and have some Japanese snacks. If you can’t make it right at 3:30, it’s okay. Join us whenever and hang out as long as you want. June 14 at 6 p.m. - Novels at Night - Join us for a discussion of “Wish You Were Here” by Jodi Picoult at Tequilla’s. June 15 at 6 p.m. - Silly Safaris - Join Amazon John for “A Walk on the Beach.” He is always hilarious and brings awesome animals to share. All youth may register. Meet us at Brittlebank Park shelter house, or Alexandrian Library if the weather is stormy. Please bring a chair. All ages are welcome. June 17 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. - BINGO! - Adults and teens are welcome to join us for coﬀee and bingo. No registration required, and prizes will be awarded.

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Court News and Legal Advertisements Arrests May 26 Christopher Jones - Evansville - Warrant, Possession of Methamphetamine, False Identity Statement - PCS Gary Wiltshire - Mount Vernon - Warrant, Child Molesting (petition to revoke) - PCS Gary Wiltshire - Mount

Vernon - Warrant, Leaving the Scene of an Accident - PCS Christian Welborn - Evansville - Operating While Intoxicated, Legend Drug, Possession of Paraphernalia, Possession of Methamphetamine - ISP May 27 Brandon Shumate - New

2022-172 The following County Operating Claims have been ﬁled with the Auditor’s Ofﬁce and will be presented to the Board of Commissioners, POSEY COUNTY, IN at the regular session June 7th BINGHAM GREENEBAUM DOLL LLP $2,438.84 EASTER SEALS POSEY COUNTY $27.64 ERIN BERGER, ATTNY AT LAW $1,474.15 FARRIS REPORTING $180.00 FOX & LUTZ $867.25 WILLIAM W GOODEN $1,349.00 GROVES LAW OFFICE LLP $6,146.50 INDIANA PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES LLC $230.00 MCFADIN HIGGINS & FOLZ- BETH HIGGINS $3,945.12 SMITH & BUTTERFIELD CO INC $32.64 STOLL KEENON OGDEN ATTNY $2,567.67 SUPERIOR TEAM APPAREL $180.00 VAN HAAFTEN & FARRAR $546.25 WALTON LAW OFFICE $3,584.50 JOHN JACOB WARRUM $5,462.00 WEST GROUP $1,485.47 GRANT TOTAL $30,517.03 MAEGEN GREENWELL POSEY COUNTY AUDITOR Published in the Posey County News on June 7, 2022 - hspaxlp

Harmony - Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated - ISP Daniel Poshard - Carmi, IL - Possession of Marijuana - MVPD May 28 David James - Wadesville Domestic Battery-adult knowing presence of a child less than 16 years old - PCS Ruby Nessel - Auburn, WA Public Intoxication, Disorderly Conduct - MVPD May 30 James Stillwagoner Sr, Mount Vernon - Resisting Law Enforcement, Disorderly Conduct, Domestic Battery MVPD James Stillwagoner Jr, Mount Vernon - Disorderly Conduct - MVPD Complaints May 20 11:18 a.m. - Fight - Heard screaming on line. Female advised to send the police, there is a juvenile out of control, ﬁghting - Water Street, Mount Vernon 3:21 p.m. - Oﬃcer Standby

2022-173 ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS The Posey County Board of Commissioners will receive sealed bids for the construction of Bridge 103 on Smith School Road over Ha Brook Creek. Bids will be received at the Posey County Auditor’s Office, Coliseum Building, Room 220, 126 E 3rd St, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620 before 4:00 P.M. local time on July 5, 2022, or before 9:00 A.M. local time July 6, 2022 prior to the Posey County Commissioners Meeting at the Hovey House, 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon IN 47620. Bids may be delivered in person or by mail addressed to the Posey County Board of Commissioners, Coliseum Building, 126 E 3rd St., Mt. Vernon, IN 47620. All bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at the Posey County Board of Conunissioners Meeting held at 9:00 A.M. in the Commissioners Room at the Hovey House on July 6, 2022. Any bid not in a sealed envelope or any bid submitted after the designated date and time will be returned unopened. THE PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION CONSISTS OF CONSTRUCTING AN ALUMINUM BOX CULVERT WITH ALUMINUM INVERT, HEADWALLS, AND WINGWALLS (POSEY COUNTY BRIDGE 103 ON SMITH SCHOOL ROAD OVER HA BROOK CREEK), GUARDRAIL, ROADWAY APPROACH WORK, SITE GRADING, AND DEMOLITION OF THE EXISTING STRUCTURE ACCORDING TO THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS. The Contract Documents, including plans and specifications, are on file for public inspection and may be procured for bidding purposes at the Posey County Highway Department Office, 1203 O’Donnell Rd, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620. Plans and specifications will be available for pickup only at the Posey County Highway Department. Each bidder to receive one complimentary set of plans and specifications. Additional plans and specifications can be obtained for a fee from CivilCon, Inc. A check for the plan fee shall be made payable to “Civilcon, Inc.”. All questions regarding the project must be directed to Daniel Book at (812) 280-8360 (dbook@civilcondsb.com). Proposals shall be properly and completely executed on the proposal form furnished to bidders. A certified check, bank draft, or a satisfactory bid bond executed by the Bidder and a surety company in an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the bid shall be submitted with each bid. The Contractor awarded the work will be required to furnish an acceptable Surety Bond in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price. As part of the bid, bidders must demonstrate past experience in bridge construction and provide references for five (5) previously completed projects similar in nature. The Posey County Board of Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all bids or to waive any informalities in the bids. BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS POSEY COUNTY, INDIANA Bill Collins, President Randy Thomburg, Member Bryan Schorr. Member Attest: Maegen Greenwell County Auditor Page 4 Published in the Posey County News on June 7, June 14, 2022 - hspaxlp 2022-171 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Sheriffs Sale File Number 65-22-0013-SS Sale Date & Time of Sale 7/28/2022 at 1:00 pm Cause Number 65D01-1912-MF-000581 Judgment to be Satisfied $83,716.22 Plaintiff Freedom Mortgage Corporation Defendant MARTHA J. KESTER, DECEASED; STATE OF INDIANA; HAROLD W. KESTER, DECEASED; HAROLD WAYNE KESTER, JR., HEIR AND/OR DEVISEE OF HAROLD W. KESTER, DECEASED; JENNETTA L. KESTER, HEIR AND/OR DEVISEE OF HAROLD W. KESTER, DECEASED; TERESA A. FRIED, HEIR AND/OR DEVISEE OF HAROLD W. KESTER, DECEASED; SUSANNA G. KESTER, HEIR AND/OR DEVISEE OF HAROLD W. KESTER, DECEASED; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR DEVISEES OF CHRISTINA S. KESTER, DECEASED, HEIR AND/OR DEVISEE OF HAROLD W. KESTER, DECEASED; ESTATE OF CHRISTINA S. KESTER, DECEASED, HEIR AND/OR DEVISEE OF HAROLD W. KESTER, DECEASED; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR DEVISEES OF HAROLD W. KESTER, DECEASED; ESTATE OF HAROLD W. KESTER, DECEASED TO THE OWNERS OF THE WITHIN DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE AND ALL INTERESTED PARTIES By virtue of a certified copy of a decree to me directed from the Clerk of Superior/Circuit Court of Posey County, Indiana requiring me to make the sum as provided for in said Decree with interest and cost, I will expose at public sale to the highest bidder, at the hour of 1:00 pm of said day as listed above, at 2755 State Road 49, Mount Vernon, IN 47620 the fee simple of the whole body of Real Estate in Posey County, Indiana: Fifteen (15) feet off the East side of Lot Forty-nine (49) and Forty (40) feet off the West side of Lot Fifty (50) in James and Hovey’s Enlargement to the City of Mt. Vernon, Posey County, Indiana. Commonly known as: 336 West 8th Street, Mount Vernon, IN 47620-1414 State Parcel Number: 65-27-08-211-036.001-018 Together with rents, issues, income and profits thereof, said sale will be made without relief from valuation or appraisement laws. This Notice shall also represent service of Notice of Sale of the above-described real estate upon the owners, pursuant to requirements of IC 32-29-7-3. Thomas E. Latham Jr., Sheriff of Posey County Township BLACK TOWNSHIP Common Street Address 336 West 8th Street, Mount Vernon, IN 47620-1414 Parcel Number Property Tax ID: 65-27-08-211-036.001-018 Attorney Kristin L. Durianski Attorney Number 24866-64 Law Firm Codilis Law, LLC Contact Number (219) 736-5579 Contact Email sales@codilis.com Atty File Number 15-21-01637 The Sheriff’s office does not warrant the accuracy of the commonly known street address. It is the buyer’s responsibility to research the legal description and associated legal filings. Published in the Posey County News on June 7, June 14, June 21, 2022 - hspaxlp 2022-163 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Sheriffs Sale File Number 65-22-0012-SS Sale Date & Time of Sale 7/28/2022 at 1:00 PM Cause Number 65D01-2112-MF-000435 Judgment to be Satisfied $141,828.48 Plaintiff Citizens Bank, N.A. Defendant KACI R. JACOB; ET AL TO THE OWNERS OF THE WITHIN DESCRIBED REAL ESTATE AND ALL INTERESTED PARTIES By virtue of a certified copy of a decree to me directed from the Clerk of Superior/Circuit Court of Posey County, Indiana requiring me to make the sum as provided for in said Decree with interest and cost, I will expose at public sale to the highest bidder, at the hour of 1:00 PM of said day as listed above, at 2755 State Road 49, Mount Vernon, IN 47620 the fee simple of the whole body of Real Estate in Posey County, Indiana: Part of the West Half of the Southeast Quarter of Section 33, Township 5 South, Range 13 West of the Second Principal Meridian, lying in Lynn Township, Posey County, Indiana, containing 4.833 acres, more or less, and more particularly described as follows: Commencing at a red sandrock (1/2” iron pipe on North side of stone) in the edge of Durlin Road (a public Posey County Highway) marking the Southwest corner of the Northwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 33, Township 5 South, Range 13 West; thence North 02 degrees 03 minutes 51 seconds West along the Western boundary of said Quarter Quarter Section 330.30 feet to a 1 1/4” iron pipe; thence North 88 degrees 04 minutes 09 seconds East along Durlin Road 386.29 feet to a 5/8” iron pin with plastic cap inscribed “Paul Breeze 29500016” (herein called monument) marking the point of beginning of this surveyed description; thence North 88 degrees 04 minutes 09 seconds East along said road 480.00 feet to a 1” iron pipe; thence South 01 degree 43 minutes 43 seconds West 119.54 feet to a 1” iron pipe; thence South 70 degrees 09 minutes 43 seconds West 84.35 feet to a 1” iron pipe; thence South 04 degrees 45 minutes 04 seconds West 378.91 feet to a 1” iron pipe; thence North 87 degrees 28 minutes 49 seconds West 280.00 feet to a monument; thence North 20 degrees 35 minutes 48 seconds West 527.59 feet to the point of beginning. Also known as Lot 2 of Frederick’s Subdivision, an Exempt II Division by Jacob Samuel Frederick, as per plat thereof, recorded as Instrument No. 201700747 in the Office of the Recorder of Posey County, Indiana. Commonly known as: 2601 Durlin Road, New Harmony, IN 47631-9268 State Parcel Number: 65-07-33-400-011.001-008 Together with rents, issues, income and profits thereof, said sale will be made without relief from valuation or appraisement laws. This Notice shall also represent service of Notice of Sale of the above-described real estate upon the owners, pursuant to requirements of IC 32-29-7-3. Township LYNN TOWNSHIP Common Street Address 2601 Durlin Road, New Harmony, IN 47631-9268 Parcel Number Property Tax ID: 65-07-33-400-011.001-008 Attorney Brian C. Berger Attorney Number << THIS IS THE ARDC_ONLY LOCATION >> Law Firm Codilis Law, LLC Contact Number (219) 736-5579 Contact Email sales@codilis.com Atty File Number 15-21-01643 The Sheriff’s office does not warrant the accuracy of the commonly known street address. It is the buyer’s responsibility to research the legal description and associated legal filings. Published in the Posey County News on May 31, June 7, June 14, 2022 - hspaxlp

- Caller advised male subject is holding her daughter and her daughter in the house and not letting them leave - Kennedy Drive, Mount Vernon 3:59 p.m. - Fight - Elderly female and juvenile fighting. Passerby advised it was physical - Fourth/Sawmill Street, Mount Vernon 5:54 p.m. - Breaking and Entering - House has been broken into. Female inside taking things - Second Street, Mount Vernon May 21 3:38 p.m. - Noise Complaint - Dark blue Chevy Tahoe drives by with the speakers up so loud it is shaking thins off of his house - Locust/Ninth Street, Mount Vernon 7:18 a.m. - Breaking and Entering - Someone broke into towing yard last night - Bald Knob Road, Mount Vernon 1:04 p.m. - Theft - Manger of storage units noticed things missing from sometime last night - Old SR 62, Mount Vernon 5:05 p.m. - Harassment Family members driving in front of their house taking pictures and they don’t feel safe Whiting Street, Cynthiana 11:51 p.m. - Domestic Violence - Wife is drunk. Caller has locked himself in the toy room. Advised there are children in the home that are upset - Fifth Street, Mount Vernon May 22 2:39 a.m. - Controlled Substance Problem - Male subject selling meth at hotel - Hwy 62, Mount Vernon 10:46 a.m. - Theft - Ladder stolen - Upper Upton Road, Mount Vernon 1:21 p.m. - Harassment - Caller stated he is getting harassing phone calls form a male subject who was originally hired to clean his carpets. Caller stated he left a bad review and now the guy will not leave him alone. Caller asked him not to come back to the home but the subject stated he was going to come by there today and *%* him up - Koester Road, Wadesville 3:46 p.m. - General Complaint - Dark blue Tahoe, playing loud music and driving around town shaking windows as they drive by - Grant Street, Mount Vernon May 23 12:31 a.m. - Suspicious Advised someone tried to get into wife’s bedroom window. Heard knocking on the window - Tree Lane, Evansville 4:19 p.m. - Message - Caller stated that on Saturday he followed his girlfriend home from his residence and left his lights on and door unlocked. Caller stated when he got back the lights were off and stuff was moved but nothing was missing. Caller stated that today he noticed his barn door has been messed with. Caller stated that someone stole his bow and arrow that was located in the barn - Greathouse Road, New Harmony 6:06 a.m. - General Complaint - Caller advised he was at restaurant yesterday and was cursed out by one of the employees who brought his food out. Caller advised he is supposed to go back on Tuesday to speak to a GM but would

like to speak to an officer about being verbally accosted by this employee in front of other patrons - Fourth Street, Mount Vernon 8:36 p.m. - Suspicious Black car was left on side of gravel road on Gingham Way. Saw subject jump out of black car and get into a white car and took off in unknown direction Allen Lane, Mount Vernon May 24 3:54 p.m. - Property Damage - Caller stated that she went on a walk this morning. Caller stated that when she came back she noticed a window on her vehicle was busted out - Steammill Street, New Harmony 9:40 p.m. - Domestic Violence - Advised husband was attacked by his brother. Bleeding but does not need an ambulance - Hasting Lane, Mount Vernon May 25 4:08 p.m. - Message - Reference employee that will be terminated showed up to work today and should not have been there - Givens Road, Mount Vernon 4:34 p.m. - Theft - Caller needing to report items stolen while she was in jail - Vine Street, Mount Vernon May 26 6:27 a.m. - Vandalism - Advised had some lemons thrown on her property and there is a dead rabbit carcass in the parking lot - Middle Mount Vernon Road, Mount Vernon 10:40 a.m. - Theft - Caller advised he gave his van to his granddaughter to use and now she won’t answer his calls Country Homes Drive, Mount Vernon 12:12 p.m. - Domestic Violence - Caller advised a male is upset and possibly getting physical - Schuessler Road, Evansville 7:22 p.m. - Harassment Caller advised that her son was at the school playing and then she got a message from female subject saying that her son threw a rock at her and hit her in the face. Caller advised she has been harassing her and the kids for awhile now and requests an officer for a report - Ninth Street, Mount Vernon Felony/Misdemeanor Chad Irvin, 42, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Stalking, Level 5 Felony; Ct. 2- Intimidation, Level 6 Felony; Ct. 3- Invasion of Privacy, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 4- Possession of Paraphernalia. Ct. 1, 3, 4 dismissed. 18 months Indiana Department of Correction. Chad Irvin, 42, Mount Vernon. False Informing, Class B Misdemeanor. Dismissed. Chad Irvin, 42, Mount Vernon. Theft, Level 6 Felony. 18 months Indiana Department of Correction. Sara Winsel, 43, Mount Vernon. Theft, Level 6 Felony. One year Posey County Jail. Sara Winsel, 43, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Burglary, Level 4 Felony; Ct. 2- Theft, Level 6 Felony; Ct. 3- Possession of Methamphetamine, Level 6 Felony; Ct. 4- Maintaining a Common Nuisance-Controlled Substances, Level 6 Felony; Ct. 5- Possession of Paraphernalia, Class C Misdemeanor. Ct. 2, 3, 4, 5 dismissed. Four

years Indiana Department of Correction, all suspended except two years. Two years probation and fees, $1 plus costs, restitution if ordered. Robert Wolf, 32, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Torturing or Mutilating a Vertebrate Animal, Level 6 Felony; Ct. 2Killing a Domestic Animal, Level 6 Felony; Ct. 3- Cruelty to an Animal, Class A Misdemeanor. Ct. 1- two years Indiana Department of Correction; Ct. 2- two years Indiana Department of Corrections; Ct. 3- one year Posey County Jail. Fine and costs are waived, restitution in the amount of $45.25 to Posey County. Logan Ray, 25, New Harmony. Driving While Suspended, Class A Misdemeanor. 15 days Posey County Jail. $1 plus costs, driver’s license suspended 30 days. Samantha Stewart, 25, Evansville. Operating a Motor Vehicle Without Ever Receiving a License, Class A Misdemeanor. 14 days Posey County Jail. $1 plus costs, driver’s license suspended 30 days. George Hawkins, 47, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Criminal Confinement, Level 4 Felony; Ct. 2- Domestic Battery Resulting in Moderate Bodily Injury, Level 6 Felony; Ct. 3- Intimidation, level 6 Felony; Ct. 4- Theft, Level 6 Felony; Ct. 5- Theft, Level 6 Felony. Dismissed Michael Titzer, 56, Evansville. Driving While Suspended, Class A Misdemeanor. Dismissed. Amanda Lynn Muensterman, 37, Evansville. Ct. 1Auto Theft, Level 5 Felony; Ct. 2- Criminal Trespass, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Attempted Auto Theft, Level 5 Felony; Ct. 4- Criminal Trespass, Class A Misdemeanor. Ct. 3 and 4 dismissed. Ct. 1- 4 years Indiana Department of Correction; Ct. 2- 103 days Posey County Jail, all suspended except 103 days. 3 years probation and fees, $1.00 plus costs, counseling, 80 hours community service, do not enter the property of 9800 Boberg Road, Posey County, Indiana. Delbert W. McKinney, 69, New Harmony. Ct. 1- Child Molesting, Level 4 Felony; Ct. 2- Failure of a Sex Offender to Possess Identification, Class A Misdemeanor. Ct. 1- five years Indiana Department of Corrections; Ct. 2- one year Posey County Jail. $1 plus costs, $100 Child Abuse Prevention Fee, $250 Sexual Assault Victims Assistance Fee, no contact with victim, register as a sex offender. Jeffrey Scott Wade, 41, Nebo, Ky. Intimidation, Level 6 Felony. Two years Indiana Department of Correction, suspended. $1 plus costs, two years probation and fees, no contact with Vivian Garrett, John Garrett or Erika Gendren. Cody Clutter, 24, Fairfield, IL. Possession of Marijuana, Class B Misdemeanor. 60 days Posey County Jail, suspended. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, 60 days good behavior. Brandy Wayland, 37, Albion, IL. Ct. 1- Possession of

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Seabeck sentenced to 20 years Special to the News with 16 offenders charged with drug-related A Cynthiana woman will serve prison time offenses. Seabeck was unable to be located on for conspiracy to sell methamphetamine in the day of the drug raid, but was later apprePosey County. hended in Ohio in October 2021. On the morning of Wednesday, June 1, At trial, evidence was presented that SeaStephanie Marie Seabeck, age 33, appeared beck set up a drug transaction with an underin the Posey County Circuit Court where she cover informant, including naming the time was sentenced by Judge Craig and location that the transacGoedde to 20 years in prison. tion would take place, as well “I believe a strong message as confirming the price for was sent today,” commented the methamphetamine. FurPosey County Prosecutor ther evidence was presented Thomas Clowers. “Seabeck that Seabeck’s boyfriend, participated in selling large Zachary Addison, delivered quantities of methamphetthe methamphetamine to the amine in our community, and undercover informant as preshe will now serve a substanviously arranged by Seabeck. tial amount of time in prison Addison is currently in fedfor her behavior. Hopefully eral custody on drug related this outcome sends a strong Stephanie Marie Seabeck charges. and clear message that those At sentencing, Posey who choose to sell drugs in Posey County will County Sheriff’s Office Detective Dustin be held accountable.” Seitz testified of the negative impact drug A Posey County jury previously found Sea- dealing has on our community. Evidence was beck guilty of Conspiracy to Commit Dealing further presented at sentencing of Seabeck’s in Methamphetamine, a Level 2 Felony. As prior felony convictions for Neglect of a Desuch, Seabeck faced a range of 10 to 30 years pendent. at sentencing. Clowers added, “I’m thankful for the work At trial, after hearing evidence over the of the Posey County Drug Task Force and course of two days, the jury found Seabeck Chief Deputy Prosecutor Georgianne Mastiguilty of conspiring to sell more than 10 son in this case. Their dedicated work helped grams of methamphetamine to an undercover remove another drug dealer from our commuinformant in August 2020. nity.” Seabeck was apprehended by the Posey Seabeck will be transported to the Indiana County Drug Task Force in “Operation Lock- Department of Correction to serve her sendown,” which concluded on May 14, 2021 tence.

Mount Vernon High School choir members, Renee Bippus, Aidan Paul, Genna Biggerstaﬀ, Morgan Watson and Logan Steedman are seen holding the plaque stating that the choir received a First Rating in the Six Flags Saint Louis Music Festival on Saturday, May 14, 2022. Students performed two songs in the competition then enjoyed the rest of the day at the park. Students participating in the competition were: Genna Biggerstaﬀ, Renee Bippus, Erika Duncan, Serenity Folz, Justina Hardin, Ben Hatch, Nate Hatch, Maysa Hartman, Jaycee Jarvis, Allyson Johnson, Eli Jones, Trinity Jourdan, Daniel Juncker, Dalton Kuhn, Janessa McCammon, Lydia Marshall, Adela Martinez, Ella McCune, Isaiah McFadden, Savannah McGee, Alyssa Nobles, Aidan Paul, Alayna Reising, Logan Steedman, Mahala Tinsley and Morgan Watson. The students were accompanied by Patti Green on piano and directed by David Baker. Photo supplied

‘Posey Solar’ continued from Page A1 er the federal government has now inserted a level of uncertainty that makes it really financially impossible,” Eberly said. “We’re sitting in the middle of construction timelines on a lot of projects. A couple dozen right now that are on construction timelines of 18 to 24 months. Maybe it’ll be six months from now…maybe it’ll be who knows? This is a major mess.” What that “mess” may mean for the future of Posey Solar and its place in CenterPoint Energy’s drive to diversify remains to be seen CenterPoint Energy told the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission in its 2019-20 Integrated Resource Plan that aging A.B. Brown 1 and A.B. Brown 2…the coal burners that produce a combined 490 MW of power generation were too costly to maintain and said plans were underway to shift resources out of coal and into renewables. Like the owners of an old car that has begun to nickel and dime itself out of practical usefulness, CenterPoint and its shareholders were ready to move on. The company sent out a request for projects that could fill the needs of its customers. The then 300MW, 3,000 acre Tenaska-led Posey Solar Project…first discussed on record at the Posey County Council meeting in January 2021…was not responsible for the demise of A.B. Brown, according to company reps. It was lauded as part of the solution to a rapidly approaching energy problem. Natalie Hedde, head of government relations, told The Posey County News in April 2021 that A.B. Brown would be run “to the end of its useful life. We are not going to be able to run that plant past October 31, 2023, period, because of the expense that would need to be invested in that for strict environmental regulations.” With the clock ticking on the closure of A.B. Brown, the questions surrounding Posey Solar and the status of solar projects throughout the state grow. The company has been public about its plans to add solar, wind and natural gas to offset the loss of coal generation. Solar may be on hold, but the company’s seven million metered customers in six states are not. Citing supply chain woes in January, Tenaska announced a 100 MW scaleback in generation for the project. Those same supply chain woes do not appear to have forced a reduction in Tenaska’s other Indiana projects, however. As of January,

Tenaska and its partners had developments with other utility companies planned in Knox, Gibson and Pike Counties. Kent Utt, consultant for Tenaska’s Knox County site told the Posey County News in January that the “scope is still the same” on the 1,200 acre, 150 MW Ratts 2 solar installation that Hoosier Energy will acquire upon completion. Utt said he believes that the Pike County Ratts 1 project is still moving forward at its originally planned size as well. Eberly said the Posey Solar Project was the only project he’d heard of statewide that had been reduced related to supply chain issues. “It’s the only project that I’m aware of that’s made that kind of announcement. Maybe (other developers) are doing it quietly, but I’m not aware of any,” Eberly said. Ross did not directly answer questions about size changes at the rest of Tenaska’s Indiana sites. “Arevon and Tenaska are facing this same supply chain issue on some of its other projects. Each project is unique and we are working to find a solution that best fits each project and its power customer,” Ross said. Supply chain issues haven’t hindered CenterPoint’s search for more solar. CenterPoint was recently granted approval for power purchase agreements for a 185 MW solar facility in Vermillion County and an additional 150 MW facility in Knox County. CenterPoint Energy is not alone in its state of solar uncertainty. Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO) announced in May that solar delays were forcing a two year pushback on the closure of two coal generation plants originally scheduled for 2023 retirement. NIPSCO plans to retire all coal generation by 2028. When asked if a 2023 closure was still likely for A.B. Brown, CenterPoint officials offered no direct answers. “We are continuing to move forward with our current long term generation transition plan, which includes the retirement of A.B. Brown and the construction of new natural gas combustion turbines on the A.B. Brown site,” Erin Merris, senior communications specialist for CenterPoint, said. Tiago Sabino Dias, president and CEO of

Posey Solar developing partner Arevon Energy Management, told the Posey County News in January 2021 that project construction was expected to last 14 months. Should the project receive final approval in August, the earliest the project could be ready to hand over to CenterPoint would be October 2023…without supply delays. Adding the six to 18 months of delays cited by NIPSCO, the likelihood of Posey Solar coming online before the October 31, 2023 A.B. Brown retirement date seems unlikely. When asked if the 490 MW of coal generation at A.B. Brown would still be needed to meet customer demand in the meantime, Merris provided even fewer answers. “Based on your questions, we feel Timberly Ross at Tenaska would be better able to address your questions,” Merris said. CenterPoint’s plans to close A.B. Brown have opened the door for the company to pursue alternative financing for the remaining $250 million in stranded costs owed on A.B. Brown. On May 10, CenterPoint filed a request with the IURC to refinance that debt at a significantly lower interest rate. The state passed a bill in 2021 to allow the process, called securitization, that would permit companies to reduce the costs on coal plants after they’ve closed by dropping interest rates from 10 percent to 2 to 3 percent. Hedde said securitization could save customers up to $100 million over the next 15 years. According to the Daily Energy Insider, securitization addresses two “important concerns.” “One, coal is an expensive fuel compared to natural gas and renewables. Second, and at the top of the list for many securitization supporters, securitization offers a way to retire coal plants early and accelerate CO2 reductions,” according to the April 2021 article. The article called Indiana’s bill a “measured approach” and said it would “limit securitization to facilities within 24 months of retirement.” Kerwin Olson of the Citizens Action Coalition, Indiana’s largest environmental advocacy organization, said his group is strongly in favor of the retirement of A.B. Brown and supports CenterPoint’s securitization efforts “to save customers money at a high level.” He said the coal plant closure is scheduled regardless of solar construction. “The one known is that the coal plants are retir-

ing. We should retire them and use the accounting and financing tools at our disposal to make that come at the least cost to customers,” Olson said. Olson said he isn’t surprised by CenterPoint’s lack of candor on the possibility of timeline issues with the plant’s retirement. “Number one, they have pending proceedings before the commission. Number two, they have investors. They have Wall Street rating houses. Good luck getting a comment of anything of any substance,” Olson said. He called NIPSCO’s announcement about closing delays “refreshing.” “(NIPSCO) didn’t mince any words. They said we’re going to have to retire these things two years later. Our solar farms are delayed. This is what is happening,” Olson said. “CenterPoint is much more evasive, unclear. You’re asking very, very good questions.” He said rumors of plant closure delays or cancellations are swirling for utilities throughout the state, driven largely by anti-renewable special interest groups. “That sort of momentum builds and builds and builds. Whether it’s real or not, only CenterPoint knows,” Olson said. He said if CenterPoint should change its plans to shutter A.B. Brown, securitization efforts could be in jeopardy because “that case is premised on the closure of those coal plants.” Posey County Commissioner and Area Plan Commission member Randy Thornburg said local officials and property owners associated with the Posey Solar Project have been waiting for answers for months. He said he’s talked to Gibson County landowners leasing land for solar that are frustrated about the developer’s failure to return calls. “A couple of my buddies that signed, they’re telling me that they can’t get any reply from these people. They’ve just gone quiet,” Thornburg said. “I think the supply chain is going to be a major situation going forward.” He said the lack of communication has placed an even greater burden on county officials. He said officials making the decisions about the development have to answer to constituents and they have no answers to give. “CenterPoint plays everything…corporate position…mum’s the word,” Thornburg said.

an appointed board of trustees who meet once a year. They are responsible for maintaining financial investments, tax records, overview of disbursements, and other matters pertaining to the viability of the fund. The manager of the working farm, Jared Schmidt, serves on the board. In addition to Mark McDonald, other board members are Sue Nall, Margaret Angel, Mike Ashworth, Mary Ellen Gerard, Adam Farrar, Susan Blackburn and Pastor Allen Rutherford. McDonald and Blackburn are quick to point out that Bob Webster was the “Rock of this Thing” until he passed away last year. They said he could answer any question about the farm or the fund. He will be sorely missed. The Fund generates income with interest and product sales. Farm products grown over the years include wheat, corn, oats, molasses, potatoes, hay, clover seed, and soybeans. Some walnut trees were sold to the govern-

ment in 1918. The land was first leased for oil in 1936. There was one subsequent oil lease before 1960, but no record exist of any wells being drilled there. The New Harmony Fire Department was given permission to burn the house on the property as a training exercise several years ago. There is only a one-time application for the monetary assistance. Interested parents should contact Susan Blackburn and she will tell them what they need to show her to get on the distribution list. This involves student name, social security number, and verification of death of one parent. From there, parents need not reapply every year, as long as they submit receipts for how the money was spent annually. To participate or receive more information, call the Orphan Fund Secretary Susan Blackburn at 812-430-9635 or the Orphan Fund President Mark McDonald at 812-760-0585.

‘Orphan Fund’ continued from Page A1 house Alexander deeded the farm over to county orphans, as well as endowing money, farmland and city property for the establishment of the Alexandrian Public Library. She also built and furnished a house to be used as a home for poor working girls in Mount Vernon. Her lifelong largesse has improved life for many. The Orphan Fund is a memorial to her beloved Rosamond, her only daughter with Andrew Lynne Alexander, who she married in 1862. In 1866, Andrew died and Matilda found herself managing his estate and the farm in Lynn Township while raising their small daughter. In 1872, she moved into Mount Vernon to provide Rosamond greater school opportunities since she believed in public education. At that time, Matilda blossomed as a writer and published two books “Here and Hereafter” and “Going West.” She also wrote many poems and became a

contributor to many newspapers, including a stint as a special correspondent for the Indianapolis Times. She was an intense, intelligent woman, zealous about temperance and her Christian faith. Unfortunately, her daughter died tragically while visiting New York City with her husband in 1892. He was a physician who was attending lectures there. Her body was found in the Hudson River thirteen miles from the city. Her demise was deemed a suicide as she was despondent over her health and an upcoming surgery. Rosamond’s aggrieved mother established the Trust about six months after the tragic death. The formidable philanthropist died on September 28, 1904. The first recorded meeting of the Board of Trustees was October 26, 1907 and meeting minutes indicate money was first paid out in 1913. The Orphan Trust Fund is still managed by

‘Robb’ continued from Page A1 fire truck will start and be ready to go to fight whatever.” Robb may no longer be an active firefighter, but he’s not ready to stop working for Posey County. He called firefighters his biggest asset as EMA director. He is working to help prepare Posey County’s first responders to be ready for any emergency that may arise. He takes readiness seriously and appreciates the responsibility that comes with his position as a leader. He said he was currently looking for a class to help emergency workers respond to electric car fires. “It may go from very quiet

to insanity. It may be 30 minutes of quiet and 30 minutes of insanity,” Robb said of the ever-changing situations that he has seen over the years. He said he’s enjoyed going into schools over the years and helping teach children not to be afraid of firefighters. “I go in during fire prevention week and talk to kids. The old Stop, Drop and Roll still stands. You’re just trying to get them to not be afraid of firefighters. It’s not uncommon in house fires with young children that they will hide. It’s really important that they are not afraid. First of all, the fire is scaring the heck out of them. They don’t know what to do. That’s why

we encourage kids and family to meet outside some place,” Robb said. “It sounds simple, but it’s very, very important. The last thing we need is to try to search to find where some child is hiding to get away from the fire.” His biggest source of pride in his time as a firefighter has been being able to watch his son Christopher follow in the family footsteps. Robb’s wife Millie is the daughter of a firefighter, too. He said his time as a firefighter was exciting, but the emergencies he’s witnessed have taken a toll. “I’ve seen a lot of things that we don’t talk about because you try to put it out

of your mind. For example, when people have loved ones that die in an accident and they put a cross or something on the road for their loss. They are seeing the smiling face of their family and have pleasant thoughts. I’m seeing the horrendous accident and the injuries that were involved,” Robb said. Robb said he will miss working alongside his fellow firefighters who have become like a second family. “It’s the people. Trying to help people that have a need. There’s times when you’re doing something that (a firefighter’s) life might depend on you,” Robb said. Firemen that served along-

side Robb said he’s made a big mark on them as well. Phillip Werry and Robb joined the New Harmony Fire Department on the same night. Werry said he has many stories he said he could share of working with Robb, but “they may not be ones he would want me to tell.” “Larry had his own language. We called it the Robb language. He was a terrible speller. We always teased him. One time it looked like he even misspelled his own name. Probably his best friend is the spell check on his computer, but sometimes he spells things so wrong that even his spell check can’t even help,” Werry said with a laugh.

He said Robb spent a lot of time “doing the things that just needed to be done.” “He wrote grants. We all pitched in, but he ended up doing a lot of the paperwork part of it,” Werry said, ironically, given his enjoyment of the “Robb” language. “If you’ve ever written a grant, you get the same question asked five different times, five different ways.” Werry said structural firefighting is “a young man’s game,” but he and Robb found other ways to contribute and continue to serve. “He put a lot of time in down there. They don’t realize how much,” Werry said.

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WMI Artifact Under Exam by Melora Adams WMI News by Shannon DeLap Summer reading programs began in the 1890’s to encourage school children who were not needed for farm work to read during their summer vacation. Many librarians and teachers from that time realized that children had less access to reading materials in the summer months. Of the few books they were reading were often of inadequate quality.

For many families with elementary-aged children, the summer reading program at the library is the only free educational and cultural program available during the summer months. Many libraries in the nation oﬀer some sort of summer reading program that encourages a love of reading. In addition to combating what is known as the “Summer Slide”, summer reading programs have been shown to encourage parents to be involved with their children’s reading, advance reading skills, and improve attitudes towards reading.

This year’s summer reading program “Oceans of Possibilities” will be a fantastic journey through oceanography. There will be crafts, games, and fun activities for kids of all ages. The fun will begin June 16, 2022 and will be held each Thursday morning from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Reading logs will be handed out during signups on the ﬁrst day. The ﬁnal day for summer reading is July 14th. Come join the fun!! Connie Weinzapfel will present “France Upcoming at the WMI: During Covid (or Why I Love the Frogs)” Wednesday June 8th -6:30 p.m. -Lecture-

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‘Antique Nomad’ to visit NH A visit to New Harmony’s antique shops often prompts questions about things our customers have at home. People ask, “What is grandma’s heirloom quilt worth? What’s that weird looking wood plane dad always kept in his shop? Are my antique glass and crockery pieces worth something now?” Now you don’t have to wonder. Visit The New Harmony Antique Show this weekend, June 11 and 12, and bring your prized possessions for our professional appraiser to review. Certified appraiser George Higby, CAGA visits our town to help us value, understand and appreciate our family heirlooms and fun collectibles. Known to YouTuber viewers as “The Antique Nomad,” Higby travels coast to coast, and brings his 30 years of experience in the antique and vintage business to our event. He’ll be here to see our finds and help us interpret their age, origins and other hallmarks of value, then give a verbal estimate of how much they might bring if put out for sale. Attendees are invited to bring as many items as they wish to have appraised at the cost of five dollars per item; in the event of a large turnout, you may have to take turns after the first two items are seen. Higby will review any item you wish to bring, but is not a gemologist or art authenticator. The appraisal fair will take place inside the Ribeyre Gym Event Center both days of the antique show. Show hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday and 9 a.m. 4 p.m., Sunday. More info regarding New Harmony and other events this weekend at VisitNewHarmony.com.

By Ann Scarafia Holy Angels Catholic Church in New Harmony was a mission church of Saint Francis Xavier Church in Poseyville for its first 50 years of existence. The 1898 Catholic Directory in the Archabbey Library at Saint Meinrad lists New Harmony as a “Station.” This term likely refers to the fact that mass was occasionally offered in the living room of the Alfred Ribeyre family in New Harmony. Mrs. Pauline Ribeyre was a devout Catholic, and her husband, although not Catholic himself, was instrumental in the drive to build a church in New Harmony. The property on which the church was built was a gift from the Ribeyres according to a deed on file at Saint Francis. There was a pond on the property at the time, and Alfred Ribeyre had farmers who worked for him haul in wagon loads of dirt to fill in the pond. At one time, mass was only held in the church on the fifth Sunday of the month (if the month had five Sundays). The church sat idle for several years, then in 1948, with the end of World War II and the return of priests from the military, the church was reopened and given a full-time priest. This became a vital, active parish until the current priest shortages forced the bishop to close the church as an active parish in 2014. The following is an excerpt from an article in the New Harmony Register, September 1, 1899: “New Harmony was crowded to the suburbs last Sunday on occasion of the dedication of the handsome little Catholic Church, just completed at the corner of Main and South Street called the Church of the Holy Angels. People began arriving early over the country roads, and our population was more than doubled long before the whistle of the excursion trains were heard at the foot of the

eastern hills. At 9:30 engine #18 rounded the curve with three coaches and a few minutes later #5 puffed alongside the platform with eleven coaches, the heaviest passenger train that ever ran into New Harmony. Every coach was crowded to the platforms. The number of people coming on the special trains was estimated to be 1400 to 1600 and it is said several hundred were left at Evansville and way points owing to lack of accommodations. Our regular train brought in three additional coaches half an hour later. All told there must have been close to 4000 visitors in town during the day; and a more orderly crowd of such magnitude would be difficult to find anywhere. The unpleasant feature of the day was the extreme heat which followed Saturday night’s providential rain, preventing the full parade program of the uniformed Knights. The excursionists were accompanied by bands from Poseyville and Saint Wendel and the various commanderies of uniformed Knights of Saint John from Evansville. They were met at the depot by Father Schaaf, the local committee and New Harmony Band as well as hundreds of our town people. The late arrival of the trains had already delayed the ceremonies, and considering the extreme heat, the plans for parade were not fully carried out. The church has been erected by the energy and direction of Rev. Father Andrew Schaaf, of Poseyville, who has devoted much time, labor and money to accomplish complete success in the undertaking. He will have charge of the church, and will hold Catholic services every other Sunday.” If anyone is interested in helping create an endowment to preserve this important historical treasure, donations can be made at: Holy Angels, P.O. Box 795, New Harmony, IN 47631.

Court News continued Marijuana, Class B Misdemeanor; Ct. 2- Possession of Paraphernalia, Class C Misdemeanor. 60 days Posey County Jail, suspended. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, 60 days good behavior. Sara Pippin, 40, Mount Vernon. Battery, Class B Misdemeanor. 60 days Posey County Jail, suspended. $1 plus costs, 60 days good behavior. Christina Key, 41, Evansville. Possession of Marijuana, Class B Misdemeanor. 6 months Posey County Jail, suspended. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, one year probation and fees, counseling. Adam Wingert, 39, Evansville. Possession of Marijuana, Class A Misdemeanor. One year Posey County Jail, suspended. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, 1 year probation and fees, counseling.

“We had a lot of exciting things come to last year’s appraisal fair,” Higby adds. Among the dozens of items people brought were a 1950s teddy bear dressed in an 1850s child’s suit vest, an extensive coin collection, handmade local primitive furniture and a big surprise found in the basement of an area hospital. “The woman saved a stack of prints from being thrown in the hospital incinerator that showed French surgical procedures in the 1800s. They proved to be worth about $3,500, and it was so great that she saved them from destruction,” Higby adds. “Attendees may stay and watch other people’s items being appraised, so it makes for an interesting show.” Photo supplied

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and this should be our desire as we call upon God. God has the plan but we must be willing to trust His plan. His plan is that in all things we give Him thanks and glorify Him. God is worthy of our praise even in the mist of our trouble. When we cry out to God we better be ready to glorify Him when He sends the answer. Have you cried out to God in your trouble? Are you ready for God’s deliverance? Then we best be ready to glorify Him when our deliverance comes. Don’t forget, God hears your cry but then He wants to hear your praise and not your complaints. You may not always agree with God’s answer, but He will bring the deliverance you desire. I have prayed for you this morning. I pray that as God answers your cry that you will give Him honor and glory.

Women’s Fund announces Grant Recipients The Women’s Fund, held by the Posey County Community Foundation, is pleased to announce that grants totaling $19,327 were awarded to thirteen organizations. “Since the fund was established 18 years ago, grants to local organizations annually support programs and services that improve the quality of life for Posey County families,” says Amy Smith, Regional Director of Community Engagement and Impact. “The Women’s Fund addresses the changing needs and priorities in Posey County through a competitive grant cycle.” The Women’s Fund Grants Selection Committee reviewed funding requests and contacted grant applicants for an interview. Once interviews concluded, the Steering Committee made recommendations on funding to the Community Foundation. “Without donors, these grants would not be awarded,” says Dianna Simkins, chair of the Women’s Fund Steering Committee. “The Women’s Fund makes it possible for many members of the community to pool resources to significantly impact our community in a positive way.” For more information about the Women’s Fund of Posey County, contact Amy Smith, Regional Director of Community Engagement and Impact, asmith@communityfoundationalliance.org, or call 812-838-0288.

The Women’s Fund, held by the Posey County Community Foundation, is pleased to announce that grants totaling $19,327 were awarded to thirteen organizations. Pictured with Dianna Simkins, right, of the Women’s Fund of Posey County is Joy Millay of Thrive. The grant will be used to add a second programming site and more than double the number of children they are able to serve through this expansion project. Photo courtesy of Stan Campbell

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Bryan A. Ruder Stifel, Nicolaus & Company Financial Advisor World Elder Abuse Awareness Day - June 15 The U.S. Census Bureau projects that the number of Americans age 65 and older will rise to nearly 21 percent of the population by 2030, up from 15 percent in 2015. As the U.S. population continues to age, opportunities for financial abuse of the elderly will likely continue to grow as well. One of the first steps toward preventing elder financial abuse is to have conversations with the important people in your life, including your financial advisor, about how you can work together to safeguard your money and preserve your financial future. In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15 and to help protect yourself or your loved ones from financial fraud and exploitation, we suggest the following tips: • Plan ahead to protect your assets and to ensure your wishes are followed. Talk to someone at your financial institution, an attorney, or financial advisor about the best options for you. • Carefully choose a trustworthy person to act as your agent in all estate planning matters. Name a trusted

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• Pay with checks and debit/credit cards instead of cash to keep a paper trail. Review your monthly statements to ensure you recognize all transactions in your account. Alert your financial institution right away if you notice unauthorized activity in your account. • You have the right not to be threatened or intimidated. If you believe you are a victim of elder financial abuse, tell your financial advisor, contact your local Adult Protective Services, or call your local police for help. Currently, Americans age 50-plus account for 77 percent of all financial assets in the U.S. And as the elderly population continues to rise, so does the possibility of financial abuse and scams. With awareness and education, you may prevent elder financial abuse. Article provided by Bryan A. Ruder, CFP®, MSPFP, CRPC®, AWMA®, AAMS®, AIF®, MPAS®, a First Vice President/Investments with Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated, Member SIPC and New York Stock Exchange, who can be contacted in the Evansville oﬃce at 812-475-9353.

NH Second Saturdays offers town-wide events New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art, University of Southern Indiana, along with Historic New Harmony and other New Harmony businesses and organizations, introduce a new monthly program, New Harmony Second Saturdays (NHSS). New Harmony Second Saturdays is an event series held all day, every second Saturday of the month from March to November. This new initiative will regularly present a variety of programs throughout New

Harmony, Indiana, many of which are free and open to the public. New Harmony Second Saturdays features events such as USI art student pop-ups, special historic tours, performances, sales events at local businesses, food pop-ups, workshops, art exhibition receptions, and more. To have your event added to one of our Second Saturday calendars, please contact NewHarmony.Gallery@usi.edu.

CenterPoint’s moratorium extension set to expire CenterPoint Energy’s extended utility moratorium for Indiana residents is set to expire, and disconnections for non-payment will resume on June 13. Customers with past due balances are encouraged to contact CenterPoint Energy to discuss payment options and resources available to avoid service disruption. In the coming days, customers with a past due balance will receive a phone call and email reminding them the extended grace period has ended. While customers will be subject to disconnection beginning June 13, CenterPoint Energy will be taking a phased approach to disconnections. “While we will resume disconnections, we understand there are still customers experiencing financial difficulties. We want to encourage customers to contact us to discuss options available to them, so we can assist them in avoiding disconnection,” said Ashley Babcock, Vice President, Indiana and Ohio Gas. “Over the last two weeks, we connected with more than 150 customers face-to-face through the City of Evansville Access to Service fairs to assist in providing payment plans and connect with resources to avoid interruption of services. We will continue efforts to proactively reach out to customers with past due balances.” Extended payment arrangements will continue to be offered to customers needing assistance. If a customer has a delinquent balance, they are encouraged to contact customer service at 1-800-227-1376 to speak with a representative about options to avoid disconnection. Throughout the extended moratorium, CenterPoint Energy has been proactively communicating with customers through bill messages, emails, social media and community access to service fairs to make customers aware of payment arrangement options to avoid disconnection. CenterPoint Energy also reminds customers to be mindful of recently reported scams targeting utility customers. The company would never call and demand payment over the phone via cash, money wire transfers, prepaid debit cards, gifts cards, PayPal, Venmo, Square Pay or Apple Pay within a defined amount of time to prevent immediate disconnection. Information on payment arrangements and extensions can be found at www.centerpointenergy.com/billing. Visit http://www.centerpointenergy.com/assistance for information on income-based energy assistance programs.

Thrall’s offers free ‘More Perfect Places’ More Perfect Places, a theatrical Celebration of the Past, Present and Future of New Harmony, offers free performances at Thrall’s Opera House, June 10 – 11, 2022. For information please contact Tanya Palmer, 773837-4496, tanyalynnpalmer@gmail.com. More Perfect Places is a play inspired by New Harmony’s utopian history, but it is also an invitation to imagine what the future holds for this unique community. Part social gathering, part formal theater, and part outdoor spectacle, More Perfect Places gives voice to well-known historical and contemporary figures like Robert Owen and Jane Blaffer Owen along with lesser known figures like writer and historian Charity Dye, pioneering African-American farmer Keziah Rosborough, and - through writer and director Seth Bockley’s rich imagination - the animals, plants and geographic features that make this special place a utopia right here in Indiana. Written and developed with the support of Indiana University’s Arts and Humanities Council, Platform: An Arts and Research Laboratory, The Center for Rural Engagement, Indiana University’s Department of Theatre, Drama and Contemporary Dance, the New Harmony Project, Historic New Harmony, the University of Southern Indiana, the Working Men’s Institute, Indiana State Museum & Historic Sites and the Robert Lee Blaffer Foundation, the creative team behind More Perfect Places is thrilled to bring this celebration of the past, present and future of New Harmony to Thrall’s Opera House this summer for two free performances on June 10 and 11.

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THE POSEY COUNTY NEWS - PAGE A11

JUNE 7, 2022

Relay For Life set for Saturday By Lois Mittino Gray The North Posey Relay for Life will have participants wearing Hawaii shirts and grass skirts and dancing the limbo when they launch their summer beach blast-themed event in New Harmony’s Murphy Park this Saturday, June 11. The day is loaded with activities from 9 a.m. until late evening when the luminaries are lit and the Missing Survivor Lap is taken around the park loop. The event kicks off with the Survivor’s Brunch at 9 a.m. at the Holy Angels Community Center at 419 Steammill Street in New Harmony. Called “Wave Goodbye to Cancer” organizer Judy Baehl invites all survivors, caregivers, and families to wear their favorite Hawaiian shirt or beach attire because “We want to bury cancer in the sand.” If you would like to attend, please call Judy at 812568-3988 to make a reservation. At this time, 17 teams are registered with over 100 participants signed up to walk laps in the event in Murphy Park to generate donations. The Opening Ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. with an opening flag ceremony, a prayer from Mark McDonald, a rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner by Robbiccaa Young, and welcome speeches by survivors. The survivors walk the first lap together to show solidarity and support for each other carrying the large pink survivor banner. On the second lap, they are joined by their caregivers and the relay begins for everyone. Ten teams have agreed to bring campsite tents and will sell items to raise funds for the American Cancer Society and the Relay for Life events. They will carry out the beach theme with sea shells and palm decorations and ‘Cancer is a Beach’ shirts to spice things up. Tent banners will be judged at 11:30 a.m. and the tent itself at 2 p.m. “Dress Your Favorite Survivor Up for the Beach at 12:30 p.m. may be one of our funniest activities. I expect to see grass skirts and shades for that one,” Baehl said with a smile. Other special activities include the Kiddie Parade at 1:30 p.m.; a Water Balloon Toss at 2:30 p.m.; a Floaty Human Ring Toss at 4 p.m.; and a Pie Eating Contest at 4:30 p.m. The evening brings a Live Auction with Chris and Susie Mulkey at 6 p.m. and the much-anticipated Limbo Dance Contest at 7 p.m. There will be opportunities to send survivors a “Message in a Bottle” and to take pictures with survivors and caregivers. The last hour is the emotional high of the day. The Luminary Lighting in all its loveliness is scheduled for 9 p.m. Luminary bags can be purchased in memory of a deceased loved one or a survivor who has beat the Big C. Those dedicating a bag to someone are asked to bring a canned good to put in the bag to weight it down, so it won’t blow away. After the ceremony, all cans will be donated to the local food pantries. After the last hour of candlelight, a Closing Prayer and the Missing Person Tribute Lap shut down the day with quiet reflection. Many people work hard every year to put on this fundraiser and volunteer in many ways. Judy said that, they have raised $30,000 so far this year, with a goal set at $60,000 by its end. “Our family likes to volunteer for this. It’s so important,” Baehl observed. “My mom and dad passed from cancer, my husband, two sisters, and now we are into a new generation with my young niece.” “We hope there is a cure found for cancer with all of the research. We need to do this. Cancer never goes away. What else are we going to do?” Baehl mused.

“WAVE GOODBYE TO CANCER”

NORTH POSEY RELAY FOR LIFE EVENT COME TO THE CELEBRATION SATURDAY, JUNE 11, 2022 – 10:00AM to 10:00PM MURPHY PARK – NEW HARMONY, IN FUN, FOOD, LUMINARIES, MUSIC, LIVE AUCTION, WALK LAPS WITH SURVIVORS, CAREGIVERS, & DONATE

2022 North Posey Relay for Life Activities Schedule Saturday - June 11, 2022 Murphy Park, New Harmony, IN

Enjoying the sunny weather on Saturday is Brittlebank Pool Lifeguard Jamie Glover. Pool hours are Monday - Thursday, 12 - 5 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11 Chris Reeves, his wife Chris, and a.m. - 6 p.m.; and Sunday 12 - 6 p.m.; $3.25 General Admission; $2 Seniors. Call 812- daughter Cathy work on the yard at their 838-4589 for more information. Photo by Poseyville residence on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dave Pearce Theresa Bratcher