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Posey County radio issues continue to rear ugly heads By Trisha L. Lopez In 2017, members of the Posey County Council and Posey County Commissioners found themselves in an impossible situation. The radio system used by police officers, firefighters and emergency responders was failing, leaving the county’s front line workers scrambling for ways to communicate with dispatchers for everything from traffic stops to calling for backup. The danger to these workers was clear. The solution to the problem was anything but. Radio signals throughout the county’s almost 410 square miles range from full to non-existent. While the issue may be an annoyance to cell phone users trying to connect with friends and family, for emergency personnel, the issue can be a matter of life and death. “Communication with dispatch and other officers is one of the most important parts of law enforcement. It is a huge officer safety issue when communications aren’t working prop-

erly,” said Brandon Deig, an Indiana State Police officer and member of the Posey County Council. “Everyone has heard the term ‘routine traffic stop,’ but there is nothing routine about any traffic stop or any call for service for that matter. Our law enforcement in Posey County should not have to worry about if the only piece of equipment they are issued to get help to them when they are in a physical altercation or gun fight is going to work on not.” The system had to be replaced. County officials were told options were limited. They approved a $625,000 bid from VEI Communications, the only bid they received, and a new system was installed. The hoped-for solution to the unreliable signal issue didn’t come. Four years later, Posey County officials are back in that same impossible position again. Ongoing issues with the county’s emergency service radios and the possible need for legal action dominated the regular

portion of Tuesday’s Posey County Council meeting at the Hovey House. The problem? The “new” Kenwood system provides spotty service coverage in certain areas of the county and something as simple as leaves on trees can render the system useless. It’s been a point of contention from the get-go. Jason Knowles, 911 director, told council members that efforts to increase service in Posey County and provide EMS workers adequate coverage to meet the needs of county residents have failed and a fix is nowhere in sight. “I don’t know the process from here, how we want to go,” Knowles admitted. “I’m just not anticipating a lot of real change like we had hoped.” Suggested fixes from VEI Communications haven’t solved the problem. “The last month I’ve been programming radios. That’s what

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NH bridge in the spotlight By Trisha L. Lopez Bridge authorities from Indiana and Illinois submitted a joint application for federal funding last week in hopes of reopening the Harmony Way Bridge, closed in 2012 due to structural deficiencies. Awards will be announced in mid September. The Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) discretionary grant program offered through the United States Department of Transportation has awarded $8.9 billion since its inception in 2009. The maximum award amount is $25 million per project and no more than $100 million is allowable to a single state. Awards must be equally divided between urban and rural projects.

Rod Clark, chairperson of the New Harmony Wabash Bridge Authority, said letters of support from several elected officials including Governor Eric Holcomb and Lieutenant Governor Suzanne Crouch accompanied the application. Clark said the governor’s letter mentioned the project had the support of the Indiana Department of Transportation as well. Similar support was raised on the Illinois side. “The estimations of what it’s going to cost to fix this bridge are upwards of $15 million. Unfortunately, fixing bridges are not cheap and easy things to do. Our attempt here is to do a rehabilitation of the bridge that brings

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Griffin begins clean-up task Honored as royalty at Saturday evening’s Posey County Fair Queen Pageant are, left to right, first runner-up Jenna Veatch, Most Photogenic and Queen Emma Yarber and Sponsorship winner Kelcey Ricketts. Other pageant winners are pictured on Page B3. Photo by Dave Pearce

News all good at North Posey By Lois Mittino Gray Members of the North Posey School Board were elated to learn there will be three social workers now in the district and basic breakfast and lunches will once again be free for all students this upcoming school year. School Superintendent Michael Galvin reported at the July 12 meeting that grant money is available for both of these good news additions. It was the first time new Assistant Superintendent Michelle Walden joined the rest of the board around the table.

Galvin said a full-time social worker will be assigned at each elementary school and one at the junior high/high school. “There is no question the need is there,” commented School Board President Geoffrey Gentil. The board unanimously approved a three-year contract with Youth First Inc., for the social worker services. When asked why they had to be hired through Youth First, Galvin explained it is mandated that school social workers need to

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Special to the News At their recent meeting, the Griffin Town Council discussed the status of a number of properties that were previously identified as in violation of different town ordinances, most involving non-compliance with the weeds, grass, trash and abandoned vehicles ordinances. Letters were sent with copies of the ordinances they were in violation of to the owners of the properties. The council discussed that progress in getting the properties in compliance was made at all identified properties. Council members also discussed that they received noise complaints from three different residents identifying the same property. A letter of violation was sent to that property owner as well. Sheriff Tom Latham was present at this meeting and advised that his

deputies cannot enforce town ordinances at the request of town officials, however, they can address noise violations as a matter of disorderly conduct if witnessed by a law enforcement officer. The council discussed reports of excessive barking of dogs and advised that animal control should be contacted for that. Speeding was the next topic discussed. The council heard concerns of excessive speeding, primarily on Main Street. Primary concerns are the safety of the children in town while walking or riding their bikes being hit. The council discussed updating signs and other possible options to address speeding. The council will discuss additional progress made towards compliance with town ordinances and the speeding situation at their next meeting.

Some virtual attendance is OK By Trisha L. Lopez Electronic communication issues topped the agenda at the Posey County Council meeting Tuesday at the Hovey House. Council members adopted a resolution to allow members to attend meetings electronically, a necessary measure if council wished to continue the practice since the declared State of Emergency which allowed electronic participation during the Covid-19 pandemic expired on July 1. “While we can have a lot of things going on, people may get quarantined and they may

be unable to join us in a meeting, there’s other things that can obviously happen to prevent someone from attending a meeting in person,” Posey Council President Heather Allyn said. “This resolution is not intended to be a ‘oh I don’t want to show up in person resolution.’ It is a resolution to give us the means to allow people to take care of county business even though some sort of extenuating circumstance is keeping them from being here in person, whether it be like a death in the family or

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Rick Burks, right, receives recognition for lifetime membership with New Harmony Fire Department. The plaque is presented to Rick by his son, firefighter Shawn Burks. Photo by Jamie Hyatt

Splitting time Health Department’s Donnie Martin wears many hats

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By Lois Gray Donnie Martin wears many hats in his job as Posey County Emergency Preparedness Coordinator. Just this week, Posey County Chief Health Officer Dr. Kyle Rapp officially appointed him to fill in for Health Department Director Denny Schaeffer temporarily, while he takes some time off, out on disability. Donnie spends about half his time in his office in the Health Department Building and the other half working his many jobs out in the field in the county. Besides his Emergency Preparedness and COVID control duties, he also inspects sanitary and septic systems, manages vector

spraying for mosquito control, visits pools, and biannually inspects the over 120 food establishments in the county, including food trucks. “That falls on my plate, too,” he added. “I have to handle complaints on food providers or faulty septic systems. Sometimes it seems like a lot.” Donnie has worked in this position for almost three years and really enjoys the myriad of roles. He has a diverse background to aid him in getting it all done. “I’ve always been involved in EMS, Fire and Law Enforcement, so this is just a step in another direction,” he reﬂected. Donnie discussed the recent

color changes for the county and what the designations means for COVID positivity. “The whole color thing has changed to just an indicator, not a requirement. It was important when COVID was high. We needed colors to determine size of gatherings, whether masks were required, or social distancing requirements. Now it’s just to see how the county is doing, mainly with the unvaccinated,” he explained. “When 200-300 people were tested a week, we could get better calculations of percent positivity. Now if 10 people are tested a week, they are usually here because they show symptoms and the percent

positive is very high. It can be 8090 percent, but that doesn’t mean all the county is that infected. We tested a few negatives, mainly people who were ﬂying somewhere and the airline required testing.” Donnie said the Health Department does mainly Rapid COVID testing and that does not identify if it’s the variant virus. “We do know that it is in the county though,” he said. “Posey County is really doing quite well with COVID. We are about 65 percent vaccinated. There are more vaccinated in the northern part of the county since our Poseyville clinic was so suc-

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JULY 20, 2021 Betty M. Gardner Betty M. Gardner, 89, of New Harmony, Ind., passed away at 5:25 p.m., Saturday, July 10, 2021, at Wabash Christian Village in Carmi, Ill. She was born in New Harmony, Ind., on October 24, 1931, the daughter of Mark and Helen (Matthews) Russell. She married Robert Gardner and he preceded her in death. Betty had worked as a cook and caretaker at the Charles Ford Home in New Harmony. She was a member of New Harmony Christian Church and was an avid gardener and loved to cook. Betty is survived by a daughter, Teresa Wiggins of Carmi; a son, Rick (Patty) Daniel of Hudson, Fla.; two step-children, Bobby (Bev) Gardner and Lois (Jim) McEntarfer; a sister, Mary Jones of New Harmony; a grandson, J.P. (Amy) Wiggins of Carmi; two greatgrandchildren, Kale and Kai Wiggins; along with several step-grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great -great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a son, Dennis Daniel; a

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brother, Ivan Russell and a sister, Opi Kessler. Funeral services for Betty M. Gardner, 89, of New Harmony were held at noon on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at New Harmony Christian Church, 307 Brewer Street, New Harmony, IN 47631. Burial followed in Maple Hill Cemetery in New Harmony. Visitation was held Wednesday from 10 a.m. until service time at the Church. Memorial contributions may be made in Betty’s memory to New Harmony Christian Church and will be accepted at Campbell Funeral Home in Carmi who is in charge of arrangements.

Wilma Marie (Ingleton) Curtis, 93, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away July 18, 2021 at Deaconess Midtown. She was born November 20, 1927 in Ridgway, Ill., to the late Joseph and Mallie (Hanmore) Ingleton. Wilma enjoyed spending time with her family, especially on special occasions. She loved crocheting, music and dancing. She was preceded in death by her husband of 37 years, Louis Curtis, Jr.; sisters, Golda Payne and Imogene Fisher; daughterin-law, Ann Curtis; and sonin-law, Roy “Butch” Bradford. She is survived by her daughter, Rita Bradford; sons, Keith Curtis (Marti) and Ronald Curtis (Pam); grandchildren, Tami Ortizaleman (William), Tracie Curtis (Donna), Marc Curtis and Lisa Curtis; greatgrandchildren, Seth, Isaiah and Autumn Ortizaleman, and Jacob and Logan Curtis; great-great-grandchildren, Ravyn Ortizaleman and Steven Henning; dear niece, Donna Cox; several nieces

and nephews. Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 22, 2021 at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main Street, Mount Vernon, Ind., with Rev. Dallas Robinson oﬃciating and burial to follow in Bellefontaine Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. service time on Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial Contributions may be made to River Bend Food Pantry. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com.

‘Posey County Council’ continued from Page A1 someone is ill.” Councilman Aaron Wilson said he thought it was a “good idea.” “We’re moving into a new age after what happened this last year, unfortunately. If something like that were to happen again, it would make it more feasible for us to be able to conduct business without having to group together,” he said. The discussion shifted to the importance of meeting attendance and the need to be careful that allowing electronic participation would not promote council members choosing to miss meetings. “I think, at one point, there was a requirement for how many meetings you could miss. I was told years and years ago, but obviously now there’s not. If you’re a county elected person you could not come to one council meeting if you want to and still get paid a salary. My opinion is there are times when people are busy and they can’t physically be here, but they’d like to be here and hear what’s going on,” Wilson said. “I don’t know that we should be able to vote.” Wilson pointed out that Allyn missed the council’s June meeting because of a family obligation, but was able to attend electronically, a move he said was “important because it keeps everybody in the know.” Allyn reminded council members that while she did attend the meeting electronically, she did not vote on any issues and the June meeting was her first missed meeting. She said the resolution cites specific issues on which electronic attendees would not be allowed to vote: adopting a budget, making a reduction in personnel, initiating a referendum, impose or increase fees, impose or increase a penalty, exercise of the council’s power of eminent domain, or establish and impose rates or renew a tax. “The intent of this is not ‘I don’t want to be there be-

cause it’s uncomfortable to do business.’ The intent of it is ‘there is some reason that I can’t be there.’ The resolution only works if 50 percent of the council is actually here in person,” Allyn explained. “It’s not that everybody doesn’t want to face the public because something is difficult. I think you guys are well aware that we’ve had plenty of difficulties to deal with recently, and even under the governor’s executive order that would have allowed us to join meetings electronically, none of us did. That is not the intent of the resolution at all.” Council Attorney Joe Harrison said that the resolution has been recommended by the Indiana Association of Counties and it has been approved by the City of Mount Vernon and Area Plan Commission. “It’s pretty much uniform around the state,” Harrison said. Allyn reiterated that resolution doesn’t “just give you the carte blanche to just not show up at meetings.” “The wording says that a council member may attend two consecutive meetings by electronic communication. Council members must attend, in person, at least one between that set of meetings before they attend another one by electronic communication,” Allyn explained. “This doesn’t say you can stay home all year long and do your meetings via Zoom. It’s not a means to say ‘I don’t want to show up.’” Councilman David Pearce said that “when used as intended, I think it’s a good thing. It’s probably as good as it’s going to get.” Wilson said council meeting attendance is not mandatory. There is no attendance policy for elected officials. “You don’t have to show up. I remember hearing some stories of past county council members that didn’t show up and didn’t come to meetings. That’s not the case now. We have a group that shows up, more so than they have to,”

he said. “You can just not show up period and still get paid for being on council.” “I mean we certainly hope that people that run for it are going to show up and be here.” Allyn interjected. “I’m just stating that as a fact so everyone’s aware,” Wilson said. “It has happened in many other places. If somebody doesn’t show up, we don’t have any legal ramifications to say you can’t be a council member,” Allyn agreed. Pearce, who is also a member of the Area Plan Commission, said he thought the APC had a limit on the number of meetings per year a member could miss. “We do keep track of our membership. It’s part of our rules of procedure. Then we recommend to the body that they are appointed by that they need to be replaced,” APC Executive Director Mindy Bourne said from the audience. Harrison said that he didn’t think that was something that could be done for an elected official. “We don’t have any recourse if one of us decides not to show up,” Allyn said. Pearce said his intent was not to change the resolution, but to point out that other boards “have a way of corrective action if someone abuses the system.” Bourne said meeting attendance is especially important for the county’s five-member BZA board that meets once a month. “That’s a big deal. We have applicants coming to our meetings to be heard. If you don’t have a quorum, we have to table it. It’s not good,” Bourne said. Other items covered by council include: Council approved a $5,950 additional request by Bourne to cover part-time help. Council approved an additional request for $11,430

for the Posey County Health Department, funds that the department received from FEMA for Covid-19 expenses, to pay rental fees for the Wilson Community Center that was used for Covid testing from May through June. Council approved $860 for the Purdue Extension Office for computer costs. Kristen Lowery, director, also told council members that Amander Bender has been hired as a new 4-H educator. Council members heard an abatement compliance review on four abatements granted to Sabic. An abatement compliance review for CGB on the agenda was tabled.

it up to today’s standards...it’s not just to fix the bridge to get it open and then three years from now, we’re back to scrambling for money to get the bridge fixed for a new problem,” Clark said. Rising construction costs make the project more pricey as time goes by, a concern that Clark said makes securing funds now even more critical. “The longer we kick this can down the road, the more it’s going to cost. We’re seeking enough to get it rehabilitated now and get it done. We have bipartisan support in both states. Everybody says it’s time this thing gets fixed. Our grant proposal, if we get the kind of funds that we asked for, will take care of that,” Clark said. Clark said he thinks the bridge’s impact on both rural and urban areas should make the project appealing to members of Congress allocating funds. “They want to make sure that it’s not just all going to big cities. We think that’s one thing we have going for us. Obviously, this is a rural project, but at the same time, it has influence on metropolitan Evansville. It benefits both,” Clark said. “I think we’ve got a lot of things going for us on a grant. We’re very hopeful. Now we sit and wait.” The bridge has received national attention in recent months. A picture of the Harmony Way Bridge was featured in a New York Times article about rural bridges being considered for federal funding under President Joe Biden’s Infrastructure Bill and a reporter from the Washington Post was in New Harmony looking at the 1930 toll bridge last week. “It’s becoming sort of the poster child of infrastructure projects that need to be taken care of,” Clark said. Indiana projects have been awarded more than $182 million since 2009 through the program, once known as the TIGER and BUILD program. The bridge authorities’ application for $15 million in RAISE funding was denied in 2020. Representative Larry Bucshon (R-Indiana, 8th District) penned legislation transferring the bridge’s ownership from the defunct White County Bridge Commission to the bi-state bridge authorities in hopes of seeing resolution for the decades-long debate about its fate. “The Harmony Way Bridge is a local landmark and was a local engineering marvel when it opened in 1930. Throughout the 20th century, the bridge connected Posey County, Indiana and White County, Illinois, creating an access point for commerce and recreation for Hoosiers from the New Harmony and surrounding communities as well as those from White County, Illinois,” Rep. Bucshon said in his floor speech recommending the legislation in 2019. Posey County Commissioner Carl Schmitz said he thinks reopening the bridge could be a “great thing.” He said the county did extensive research into finding ways to fund the project when the bridge closed, but nothing worked. Federal grant money wasn’t an option at that point because of the bridge’s ownership issues. He said if the bridge authorities were approved for a grant that would cover a complete rehabilitation, he felt the bridge could generate sufficient income from tolls to cover upkeep costs with good management. Bill Collins, president of the Posey County Commissioners, said that although the county lacks funds to fix the bridge, “we would work in any way we can to help get it opened back up for traffic.”

Road closure set for SR 165 The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a complete closure on State Road 165 near Owensville for a culvert pipe replacement. Beginning on or around Monday, July 19, INDOT maintenance close S.R. 165 between County Road 1075 West and C.R. 650 S to replace a drainage culvert. The operation requires a full pavement cut for excavation and replacement of the pipe. Work is scheduled to last for about a day at each location depending upon weather

conditions. Typically, crews will begin the operation after morning peak traffic hours and will complete the process before the evening peak traffic hours. Once workers fill the pavement cut, fill material is compacted under normal traffic conditions and resurfaced following compaction. Local traffic will have access up to the point of closure, but all through traffic should use the official detour following S.R. 165, I-64 and S.R. 65. INDOT urges drivers to slow down and stay alert near crews.

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Madeleine’s First Car

Madeleine, I don’t remember the exact date, but sometime in the summer of 1962, I got my first car; a mustardorange 1953 Chevy with plastic plaid seat covers. I was very proud of it, and enjoyed it a lot. Chances are, you will always remember July 15, 2021 as the day you got your first car, a red Mustang convertible. Although it is around five years old, it is in near perfect condition. You won’t be sixteen years old until next March, but having a beginner’s license will allow you to drive it with a licensed driver. You worked hard as a waitress for your father at the Silver Bell to come up with half the price. Again, I don’t recall the exact price, I am fairly sure that my Chevy cost less than $500. I am not sure of the plan, but another vehicle surely presented a problem to the parking situation at your house. When this happened on Church Street in Poseyville, as my children had vehicles added to the driveway, we had to enlarge it into the grass. A few years ago, Heather and Jason had got rid of this space. Your father, Sean, also had a Mustang as a first vehicle, but it was a refurbished 1965 model, which always had a need for B C P

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fixing. I wrote about it in this column some now be hard to live without. Back up camtime ago. It had one thing in common with eras spoil one quickly; as does the warning yours; they were both red. of near-by drivers or objects. I teased you by saying that your car will This is quite different than the first cars I be noticed easily by the police. However, I grew up with. My grandfather had a faded believe you will embrace driving like you blue 1946 Chevy with those old upholdo everystered seats. thing else, A cloud of and do it in dust rose a very refrom them sponsible when one way. When entered. I drove my This was m o t h e r ’s long before vehicles, I air condidrove a lot tioned comfaster than fort and the I did in my windows car. were alI have most always Madeleine with her ﬁrst car. confessed down in the stupid thing I did to “kill” my poor lit- warm months. He pulled into the old garage tle Chevy. It burned a lot of oil, and I was when rain came. Every female always carembarrassed to keep stopping at Krohn’s ried a wind “bonnet” in their purse, made of gas station to have more added. Let’s just light weight fabric to preserve their hair-do. say that cars don’t last very long without Your grandfather puts his truck windows enough oil. down a lot of the time now. He likes to have Of course, modern vehicles have warn- “fresh air” blowing on him, as much as I ing lights to indicate almost every problem. actively hate it. I always say “put up the When the back tire needed air on my Ter- window” upon entering his truck. Even this rain recently, I was constantly reminded. summer, he is constantly urging me to go All of the perks in new automobiles would outside, because he believes I would “get

well’” faster. I am very happy for you, and I know that your Mustang will give you many years of enjoyment. The previous owner obviously gave it great care, so I hope it remains this way now. Most folks are very polite when they open car doors in parking lots and do not “ding” the adjacent car. Hopefully, there will not be a fast hail storm or falling limb to cause big problems. Once, one of our cars was the victim of a company’s “overspray”, resulting in a fine mist of paint falling from the sky. Even though their insurance paid for professional fixing, I never thought it was ever the same. For a time after buying a new car, one wants to park at the back of big lots, or avoid leaving it near big trucks, etc. I am always vigilant about this. My current automobile will likely be the last one for me, so I plan to do all that I can to keep it nice. Because of my recent health problem, I haven’t driven for a long time. In fact my license expired with my birthday last January, so I will be having to start over when I am totally okay. I am just happy that I can now easily get into the passenger seat. One takes this simple activity for granted until it becomes hard to do. Bottom line, I wish for you to have many great vehicles during your life, Madeleine, and enjoy them safely.

PC Historical Society to honor Hovey’s 200th birthday July 24 There is going to be a significant historical birthday coming up. Governor Alvin P. Hovey is going to be 200 years old on September 6, and the Posey County Historical Society is making this event a celebration of importance that’s going to take

place over several months. In honor of this occasion, Governor Hovey (better known as Jerry King to us), and Mrs. Hovey (Marsha King) are going to be guests of honor and provide the Historical Society’s program on Saturday, July 24.

The program will begin at 10 a.m. in the Wabash and Ohio rooms at Alexandrian Public Library in Mount Vernon, and everyone is invited to come. Members are expected to come, but you don’t have to be a member to come enjoy the program.

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Wilma Jacobs, left, and Glenda Higgins, center, check-in Open Class projects for the 2021 Posey County Fair. Annalise Brown, right, enters her giant Zucchini on Sunday afternoon. Photo by Dave Pearce

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Note: Bootlegger arrested, boy drowns in Big Creek, body of Pvt. Owen Dunn coming home, Pvt. L. Martin will be buried at Arlington, the biggest newspaper ever published in the county is coming, young girl swims Ohio, and many other news briefs and personals. Bootlegger arrested by Sheriff Hinkley - On Sunday evening, Sheriff Hinkley arrested McKinley Gross of Carmi, Illinois, at Black’s Natural Park as he was bidding his sweet-heart goodbye. Two charges have been filed against him, one for selling “white mule” in Point Township, and the other for stealing a wheel and tires off James Brite’s auto in Black Township. McKinley had been making frequent trips from his home in Illinois into Point Township, where he had no trouble dispensing his wet goods, and Sheriff Hinkley had been “laying” for him for several weeks, but was unable to make the arrest until Sunday evening when he trailed him to the park and where he made the arrest. McKinley was lodged in jail and Monday morning he was taken before Mayor Zimmerman. He was also taken to the office of Charles J. Hovey, justice-of-the -peace of Black Township, where a charge had been preferred against him for driving an auto without bearing a license tag. He pled guilty to this charge and was fined $5 and costs, which he said his brother

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would pay. He was returned to jail to wait for his preliminary hearing Friday morning. Boy Drowns In Big Creek Near Solitude - Big Creek claimed its first victim of the season Wednesday morning when Henry Schneider, son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Schneider, drowned while swimming. The body was recovered about onehalf hour later by William Moit, of the Solitude neighborhood. Young Schneider, in company with one of his brothers and two sisters, had gone to the vicinity of Solitude to pick blackberries. The children had several times visited this vicinity and would stop at Big Creek to play in the water. Wednesday they stopped as usual, but the elder boy was the only one to enter the water. Recent rains caused the creek to be deeper than in the past, and it is supposed the boy got into deep water before he realized his danger. He entered the water about 100 yards west of the Solitude Covered Bridge. Following the recovery of the body, Coroner Samuel Davis, held an inquest. The boy was liked and well known to local residents. He was 14 years of age. Besides his parents, he leaves two brothers, Fred and Marion, and five sisters, Freda, Erma, Hilda, Rosaria, and Elizabeth to mourn his untimely death. Rev. Theo. Eisen of the Trinity E. was in charge of the funeral. Body Of Private Owen Dunn On Way Here - Mr. And Mrs. Alvin P. Dunn have received word from the War Department that the body of their son, Pvt. Owen Dunn, had reached New York. Pvt. Dunn was the first Posey County soldier (in American uniform), to sacrifice his life in the World War. Owen Dunn Post 5 was named in his honor. Gilbert Berhick, Commander of Dunn Post 5 believes the funeral of Pvt. Dunn should be an occasion whereby all citizens may take part. Body Of Pvt. Lemuel Martin Buried At Arlington National Cemetery - Mrs. Nora Williams received word Tuesday from the War Department that the body of her son, Pvt. Lemuel Martin, had arrived in New York and his remains along with others would be interned in the National Cemetery at Arlington, Virginia. Biggest Newspaper Ever Published In County - This refers to the Chautauqua Edition to be published by the Western Star.

This first annual Chautauqua Edition will be making its first appearance on August 11. It will contain the complete program and a descriptive review of the 1920 programs. Young Girl Swims Ohio - Miss Helen, the 16-year old daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Alvin J. Hovey, has the honor of being the first girl that ever swam the Ohio River at this point, a feat which she performed Saturday evening. Miss Hovey left the local ferry landing at 6:30 and 45 minutes later touched the Kentucky shore opposite the Mount Vernon Straw Board Plant in the western part of the city. The distance covered is estimated at one and one-half miles and when she landed she was not in the least fatigued. Her father and grandfather, Dr. Hovey and Ralph Notter, a local swimming expert, accompanied her in a skiff - remaining close to the rear of the swimmer. News Briefs And Personals - Masons Hold First Meeting In New Home - A small number braved the insufferable heat and held their first meeting Monday evening at their new home. The building was formerly the residence of the late Gov. Alvin P. Hovey and later his son-in-law, Major G.V. Menzies, on the corner of Fourth and Walnut Streets. Farmers’ Picnic - The Farmers’ Picnic will be held on the fairgrounds at New Harmony Tuesday, August 9. Births - A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. John Roedel on July 14. A son, Pleasant Douglas, was born to Mr. and Mrs. Pleasant Blackburn Sunday morning. Sick List - Philip Reichert is reported by Dr. Ranes to be recovering nicely from injuries he received loading hay. Mrs. George Loehr, of Marrs Township, is reported recovering from the effects of a slight stroke. Trips And Visits - Wade Wilson, secretary of the Posey County Fair Assoc., was in the city Monday in the interest of the fair, which this year promises to excel all others. Andy Brandt of the Wadesville area, was a business visitor to this city Monday. John Hartman and John Waltz, were business visitors to this city Monday. Mrs. William Williams was in the city shopping Saturday. News Of Mount Vernon 125 Years Ago - The Ohio River is rising very rapidly at this point, but the farmers of the bottoms are concerned. Marriage Licenses - James Burrows and Kate Bailey; Charles Hinderliter and Etta Bailey; Charles Haley and Rebecca Ford; and George Powell and Lucy Adamson.

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IN Arts Commission invests in Arts in Harmony Festival The Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) announced it has awarded $5,000 to the NHBA Education and Activities Fund’s Arts in Harmony Festival through the Arts Project Support grant program. During its June 25 Quarterly Business Meeting, the Commission approved funding recommendations for the Arts Project Support and Arts Organization Support grant programs. Over 590 applications were reviewed by 167 Hoosiers from around the state specializing in arts, community development, and finance. “The projects and organizations that are receiving funding have major positive impacts on the cultural, economic, and educational climate of Indiana, “ said Alberta Barker, Chair of the Indiana Arts Commission. “The Commission is impressed at the work being done around the state and is excited to support investment in Hoosier communities.” Festival chairperson Lynn Clark said, “We are so excited to receive funding from the Indiana Arts Commission. These funds will allow us to pay Indiana artists for demonstrations and their other talents throughout the festival. It has been two years since we have been able to stage the event and these funds will allow us to include a range of artists from varying medias. It

is going to be really special, and we thank the IAC for their support of the arts in our community!” The annual Arts in Harmony festival was moved to October 16 and 17th this year due to Covid restrictions in the spring. Clark added, “Lots of things got moved to the fall like our festival, but New Harmony is a very special place to be in October and it is going to be a fantastic time to enjoy the arts in New Harmony.” “From the smallest rural communities to the largest cities, we see arts and creativity improving quality of life and driving economic development, and this funding will support the projects and organizations around the state at the heart of this progress,” said Lewis Ricci, IAC Executive Director. “It is an honor to support work that is strengthening the fabric of Indiana communities.” Funding for the Indiana Arts Commission and its programs is provided by the Indiana General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency. Information about the festival can be accessed at https://www.artsinharmony.org/. A full list of Art Project Support grants from the IAC can be accessed at: https://www.in.gov/arts/programsand-services/funding/grants-awarded/ .

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Mount Vernon resident John Pierce, left, is all smiles after having some mobile wash work done by Ryan Phillips of Phillips Mobile Wash in Mount Vernon. The new entrepreneur is now open at 812270-2028. Photo by Dave Pearce

Garner to join Crane Investment Crane Credit Union has promoted Nichole Garner to Investment Services Coordinator. She will be responsible for providing support to Crane Investment Services and working closely with Financial Advisor Casey Madsen and the Credit

APL News June 1 through July 31 - Alexandrian Public Library Summer Reading Challenge - Register with Beanstack or you can call or visit the library for more information and to get signed up. July 21 at 10 a.m. - Fabric Arts LIVE: Cute coin purse - Join Monica as she shows you how to create this cute coin purse. Can’t make the live session? Sign up for the virtual class on our Facebook page, also on July 21 at 10 a.m. Registration required. July 22 and 29 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. We will be meeting in the Ohio/Wabash room for the ﬁrst workshop. Masks are required. If you have questions call Stan Campbell at 812838-3286. Must provide your own art supplies for this program.

July 22 at 2 p.m. - Virtual Laughs and Crafts - Join us on our library’s Facebook page. We will read a story, sing songs, enjoy fun activities, and learn about a fun take-it-and-make-it craft kit. July 24 at 10 a.m. - Chapter Chats - Join us on our Facebook page to hear Miss Janis read a selection from the book Magic Tree House #47. July 26 at 10:30 a.m. - Virtual Story Times - Join us on our Facebook page at 10:30 for a virtual story time. You will also receive information on a take-itand-make-it craft kit. July 27 at 3:30 p.m. - Noah’s Ark Stuﬀed Animals - Create an adorable pig stuﬀed toy, and story time. Place TBA. Registration and masks are required. One adult per child may attend. Sign up for only one date, please. July 27 at 6 p.m. - Dungeons and Dragons - Bring character sheets and

dice if you have them! For those in Grades 6 to 12. Registration is open. July 28 at 3:30 p.m. - Noah’s Ark Stuﬀed Animals - Create a cute raccoon stuﬀed toy, and story time. Place TBA. Registration and masks are required. One adult per child may attend. Sign up for only one date, please. July 29 at 6 p.m. - Silly Safaris - Join us at the Brittlebank Shelter House for “Silly Safaris Summer Reading Challenge Tails and Tales!” Please note, the CDC recommends mask wearing by unvaccinated individuals during this type of outdoor event. Registration is required. Note: To register for any of our free adult, teen or children project kits, go to the event calendar on our website at alexandrianpl.org then click on the day of the event or call the library at 812-838-3286. You can also visit the Information Desk.

Class Reunions Mount Vernon Class Of 1968 The Class of ‘68, Mount Vernon, Ind., will be hosting our First Annual Meet and Greet. It will be held October 16, 2021, 6-11 p.m. at the American Legion, 203 Walnut. There will be a cash bar. Kitchen will be open until 8:30 p.m. for anyone wanting to order food. No invites will be mailed so please spread the word. All MV Alumni are welcome. Stay healthy, stay safe and hope to see you on October 16!

North Posey Class of 1975 The NP Class of 1975 will hold the 46th Class Reunion Saturday, August 28, 2021 at Hornville Tavern, 2607 Baseline Road Evansville, Ind. 5:30 p.m. Social Hour; 6:30 p.m. Dinner. Contact on Facebook: Cindy Kemmerling, Donna Nix, or Eda Jung.

Briefly Johnson UMC Vacation Bible School Johnson United Methodist Church invites all children (recommended ages 4 – 11) to ride the wave of God’s love at their Community Vacation Bible School, Beach Party Surﬁn’ Through the Scriptures. The fun will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 7 and end at 2 p.m. that day. Lessons will be supported with Bible stories, songs, crafts, games, and snacks. Meet us at JUMC, 403 Raintree Street, New Harmony, on Saturday, August 7. Call the church at 812-682-4648 or contact Christine Crews at 812-449-7801 for further information.

day thru Friday, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Salad Bar available 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Dinner Monday thru Thursday 5:30 - 8 p.m. Dinner Friday 5:30 - 8:30 p.m., watch for Friday dinner special. Dine in or Carry out, public welcome.

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

NP Wrestling Club ATV/Jeep Ride set The North Posey Wrestling Club will be hosting the first annual ATV/Jeep ride on Saturday, July 31. Starting location will be Froggy’s in Wadesville at 10 a.m.

Saint Peter’s UMC taking pie orders Saint Peter’s United Methodist Church, 2800 Saint Phillips Road is taking pie orders for Apple, Blackberry, Cherry and Peach Pies. Large 9-inch deep dish $9. Five inch pot pie size $4.50. These are frozen and unbaked. Call 812-985-3379 by July 14 to order. Drive-thru pick-up date is Friday October 1 from 10 a.m. 12 noon at the church basement door.

Saint Paul’s UCC Rummage Sale Come browse our rummage sale on Saturday, August 21, from 7 a.m. until 1 p.m. Half price sale starts at 11 a.m. and fill a bag sale starts at noon. Sausage burgers, BBQ Chicken, Kuchens, and baked goods also available. Shop in airconditioned comfort at 8701 Highway 65, Evansville, Ind. 812-963-3394 Rain or Shine.

Joint Vacation Bible School Saint Peter’s and Zion UCC Lippe will host a joint VBS this year on August 1 thru August 5 at Saint Peter’s United Methodist Church, 2800 Saint Phillips road from 5:30 - 7:45 p.m. Lite supper, bible stories, games, crafts, and songs. Our mission project is Christmas Child - ﬁll a box. To register please call 812985-3751 or 812-204-7476.

Knights of Columbus of Saint Philip and Corpus Christi Catholic Churches Bingo The Knights of Columbus of Saint Philip and Corpus Christi Catholic Churches are sponsoring a Bingo on Friday July 23, at the Saint Philip Gymnasium. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the Bingo begins at 6 p.m. The cost is $25 for a packet of 20 games. It also includes a packet of four special games. Hamburgers, Cheeseburgers, Hot Dogs, Nachos, Popcorn and Drinks will be available.

Marching Band Color Run is Sept. 11 The Mount Vernon Marching Band will host their annual Color Run on September 11, 2021 at 7 a.m. More information can be found on their facebook page.

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

Trinity UCC AA Meetings set for 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 scheduled for Thursdays American Legion Post 5 203 Walnut Street, Mount Vernon, is now serving daily lunch specials. Mon-

AA meetings are held on Thursdays at 7 p.m. at the Lighthouse Assembly of God in New Harmony.

Union’s marketing department to promote investment services. Garner has been with Crane for seven years and most recently served as a Member Service Representative at the Franklin branch. Crane Investment Services Advisors are registered representatives of CUNA Brokerage Services, Inc. Representatives are registered, securities sold, advisory services offered through CUNA Brokerage Services, Inc. (CBSI), mem-

ber FINRA/SIPC, a registered broker/dealer and investment advisor, which is not an affiliate of the credit union. CBSI is under contract with the financial institution to make securities available to members. Not NCUA/NCUSIF/FDIC insured, May Lose Value, No Financial Institution Guarantee. Not a deposit of any financial institution. CUNA Brokerage Services, Inc. is a registered broker/dealer in all fifty States of the United States of America.

St. Philip Social set The annual Saint Philip Summer Social will be one day only this year on Saturday August 7, 2021. Carryout only fried chicken dinners with all the fixings will be served from 4 – 7:30 p.m. or until we run out. Dinners are $11 each. The big raffle and quilt raffles will be virtual only this year with winners being posted on Facebook at 8 p.m. on August 7.

The grand prize is a large big green egg package valued at $1,600. Additional prizes include four - $1,000 cash prizes, gift cards, as well as some other great items. To purchase raffle tickets, quilt chances, see other details, and view additional prizes, please visit the 2021 Saint Philip summer social Facebook Page. License No. 002601

Ed Jones collecting School Supplies Please join us in helping the children of our community by donating school supplies during regular business hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. from July 6, 2021 to August 9, 2021 at Drew Heckert’s Edward Jones office located at 431 East Fourth Street Mount Vernon, Ind. Some items needed for the school supply drive are 24-pack crayons, glue, glue sticks, pencils, pencil top erasers, children’s scissors, markers, backpacks, folders, pocket folders, three-ring notebooks, wide rule loose leaf paper, colored pencils, art boxes, tissues, children’s underwear, socks and sweatpants. Items collected from the drive will benefit Marrs, West Elementary, Saint Matthew and Farmersville schools. We are grateful for your generosity. Please be advised that our office cannot accept cash donations.

‘Martin’ continued from Page A1 cessful.” He suggests that a person interested in county COVID rates check out the Posey County Health Department Facebook page. “It is a cool site updated regularly and has records back to even last December. You can see all kinds of current data.” Martin was born in Illinois and moved at age six to his Posey County home right on the border of Harmonie State Park, across from the Goad Cemetery. An avid outdoorsman, he spent his youth hunting and fishing the area. Now he enjoys passing the knowledge on to the next generation by teaching Hunter Safety classes. “I taught kids for many years and signed many cards. I am in the ‘fifth stage of hunting’ we talk about in class right now—it’s mellowing out and enjoying watching young people learn. When I was a youngster, I didn’t understand why my dad said he would rather help me than hunt or fish himself. Now, I get it.” Donnie is currently married to Amy Alexander Martin. He has three children with his first wife and they all still live in the area.

His daughter, Brooke Huntsman, works at Alles Brothers Furniture. Sons Matthew and Daniel are employed at the refinery. To top it all off, for 23 years, Donnie Martin supported himself full-time doing something many people only dream about. He is a Master Woodcarver and expresses his love of the outdoors through his finely-crafted art for sale. His waterfowl look ready to fly off into the clouds any moment, his songbirds perch ready to break out in song anytime, and his morels are spring ready to pick. He learned to carve all kinds of natural things, like fungi and wildflowers, since national competitions require that all habitats in a diorama entry be hand-carved. “With my current job, I don’t have as much time to carve, but I still have regular customers and do commission work. I like to do fish carving. A popular item I do is a carving of a catch and release fish to remember it. It still can be a trophy on the wall that way, and it’s almost impossible to tell it from a taxidermy specimen. No one would know the difference,” he described with pride.

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Where is Willow contest Nearly everyone who has spent much time around New Harmony either knows or has come into contact with Willow. Willow is the 5-year-old daughter of Corey and Katie Kimall. They have lived in New Harmony for several years now. Willow and her family love the outdoors. Often she is seen with her parents walking or bike riding around town. She enjoys life in quaint New Harmony as do her parents. Willow enjoys taking in all the sights, sites, and sounds in New Harmony. Through a partnership with her parents, the Posey County News will be running a contest over the next 10 weeks of summer. Each week, Willow and her mother will submit a picture of Willow in a diﬀerent New Harmony place. The object of the game is to take a guess each week where the photo was taken. To enter, send your answer each week to Dpearce263@ aol.com. At the end of the contest, there will be cash prizes for the most correct answers over the

term of the contest. Multiple prizes will be awarded. The seventh picture is to the right today. Again, submit your answer to Willow’s picture location to the email address above.

Some of Willow’s favorite things are swimming, being creative and riding her bike. Good luck and have fun playing. We enjoy our community and the diversity of the residents who live here.

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Sermon of the Week - Apollyon By: Terry Atchison All across America on Sunday mornings, men of God are preaching His word to millions and millions of believers. Alas, the number of followers seem dwindle as the years go by. We see more and more churches with congregations of older people. Many churches close each year as good families are torn apart from the stresses of daily life. This process opens the door for Apollyon to whisper in the ears of everyone. He delights in watching our population turn away from God as he wins over more condemned souls. John 8:44 “You are of your father the devil, and you want to do the desires of your father He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth because there is no truth in him Whenever he speaks a lie, he speaks from his own nature, for he is a liar and the father of lies.” Today we see churches who accept some of the sins of the world and turn churches, and sometimes a whole denomination, into a platform for Satan. Today, there are drag queen preachers preaching from “The Queen James” version of the Bible. They preach that everyone are His children and that everyone will be allowed into heaven. The Bible is clear that all people are God’s creation: Colossians 1:16 For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. God does love the entire world: John 3-16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. But only those who are born again are children of God. John 1:12 Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God. Romans 8:16 The Spirit himself testiﬁes with our spirit that we are God’s children. John 3:7-10 7 Dear children, do not let anyone lead you astray. The one who does what is right is righteous, just as he is righteous. 8 The one who does what is sinful is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the beginning. The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the devil’s work. 9 No one who is born of God will continue to sin, because God’s seed remains in them; they cannot go on sinning, because they have been born of God.

10 This is how we know who the children of God are and who the children of the devil are: Anyone who does not do what is right is not God’s child, nor is anyone who does not love their brother and sister. There are false prophets on television and in churches across the land who preach only love, never repentance. They never tell people that they are wicked and need to change their ways. They would never say anything to offend a congregation. God’s commandments are explained more as “suggestions” by these evil impersonators. These impostors sometimes make enormous amounts of money, promising that the more you give to God, the more you will receive. 2 Peter 2:1 But false prophets also arose among the people, just as there will be false teachers among you, who will secretly bring in destructive heresies, even denying the Master who bought them, bringing upon themselves swift destruction. Apollyon doesn’t educate people. He brainwashes them. He teaches them hate and division. (our educational system today) He uses them, destroys them, steals their souls. His false prophets preach peace, all the while causing division. Apollyon doesn’t ask for obedience or holiness. He encourages everyone to do as they please. “Find a religion that adapts to your lifestyle” is his motto. There are plenty of those in our society today. He will say there is no hell and that there is no need for repentance. People listen to him and believe they have the right to act any way they please, committing the most abominable acts possible, without being punished. (happening today in many cities across this nation) Our country seems to be leaning more and more to worshiping Apollyon than Jesus. Can we unite as Christians, believers of every denomination, to combat this evil plague that crosses every portion of our country today? We must. We must make ourselves heard. Only we, with God’s will, can save our nation and it’s people. AMEN. 1 Corinthians 3:18-20 Do not deceive yourselves. If any one of you thinks he is wise by the standards of this age, he should become a “fool” so that he may become wise. For the wisdom of this world is foolishness in God’s sight. As it is written: “He catches the wise in their craftiness”; and again, “The Lord knows that the thoughts of the wise are futile.”

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Mount Vernon departments benefit by sharing the wealth By Lois Mittino Gray One city department was gracious to another as a highlight of the July 15, Mount Vernon Board of Works meeting. City Utilities Superintendent Chuck Gray reported that his department’s 1999 Vac-Con truck had “some age on it” and it was time to upgrade. A new one was purchased from his budget, and Gray was concerned that, “it would take more to get rid of the old one than what it was worth.” Rather than sell it on the open market, Superintendent Gray said he would like to give it to the city Street Department. “We often used it to help them clean out the storm sewers and they can use it until it gives out. I’m not sure how much longer it has left. It’s not a matter of mileage on it, since we just use it in town; it’s the hours on it.” Board member David Dodd stated that, “This is a good idea.” Mayor Bill Curtis agreed it makes sense, especially since the truck is already titled to the Board of Works. City Attorney Beth Higgins noted it will need to be moved from the Sewer Fixed

Asset Register to the Street Department. The motion to approve the transfer carried unanimously 2-0. Board Member Andy Hoehn was not present to vote. Gray also stated, since July 1, they have flushed 6,272 feet of sewer main and his department has been assisting with the East Lincoln Street repair. Both departments have been working together on the storm sewer project on Tanglewood Drive in Country Club Estates. The plan calls for extending the existing pipe with a pre-cast elbow to take the bend out of the ditch that often overflows in the area. TMI Contractors was the low bid on the project with $62,456. Street Commissioner Max Dieterle stated the storm sewer project is well underway now, after waiting for the pipe elbow for some time. “It should be a few days yet until everyone is finished,” he speculated. Dieterle said since the last meeting his department worked seven extra trash pickups, totaling $320; hauled 120 tons of trash to the landfill; issued two trash violations; and completed four work orders on yards.

In his Police Department report, Police Chief Tony Alldredge requested permission to send Officer Karlee Eickhoff to Breath Test Operator School in Plainfield on August 10-11. She was unanimously approved use of a city vehicle and city credit card for food and hotel. She was also given permission to use the same city items to attend Indiana Case Law training in Princeton on the next day, August 12. Alldredge concluded his report by stating, since the last meeting four weeks ago, his department had 412 calls. Fire Chief Wes Dixon reported that he is looking to replace an old pumper truck. “It will be a two part deal. I will have to buy the chassis from a dealership. Then truck builders will submit bids to finish it. I will not need to get bids on the chassis part, as it will be well below the bid limit,” he said explaining the process. Curtis made it clear that this will be for the 2022 budget. Dixon concluded his report by stating in the past two weeks his department took 33 calls, with a total of 439 calls for the year so far.

‘North Posey School Board’ continued from Page A1 be overseen by professional social workers and need to be managed by them. The Youth First contract agreement calls for payment of $136,613 in the 2021-2022 school year, and no more than $141,394 in the 20222023 school year with no more than $146,343 in the 2023-2024 school year. The agreement commences on August 1, 2021 and ends on May 31, 2024. The fees are paid from ESSER COVID Grants and other grants, such as those from United Way and Criminal Justice monies. The Superintendent did remind the board that if something were to happen to not get the grants anymore, the district could not pay for these services through the General Fund. The positions rely on grant availability. The board unanimously approved the request from the North Posey Food Service to continue the USDA waiver to offer free breakfast and lunch to all students. Galvin said that a question is often asked from parents, “If it’s free, why am I paying a food bill?” He said the free part is only the meal menu that is served for that day. If a student eats a second meal or gets water, for example, instead of milk, there is a charge. The board welcomed Heather Morlan aboard as the District Librarian working a 90

day contract. It is a position required by state law. “I’m really excited about this bringing together the Poseyville Library and our school libraries,” said Galvin. Cheven May was hired as the North Elementary Innovate (STEM) Teacher, while Haley Elpers will teach Special Education there. Nathan Stone was tapped to be a North Posey Junior High School Math Teacher and Brittany Buttrum will be an Elementary Vocal Music Teacher. Chelsea Johnson was hired as a North Posey High School Attendance Secretary. Leslie Mills and Cole Musgrave will be Instructional Assistants at South Terrace Elementary and Lyndsay Sherretz and Kelli Hertel will fill the same roles at North Elementary. Natalie Macaulay was hired as a North Posey High School Volleyball Coach. In other personnel matters, a resignation was accepted from Michael Duckworth as a North Posey High School Special Education Teacher /English Teacher and as Assistant Athletic Director. Maggie Camp resigned as the North Posey Junior High School Art Teacher, while Karri Hubers resigned as North Elementary Special Education Teacher and Michael Miller as North and South Terrace Elementary Vocal Music Teacher . Emma Jennings and Amber

Mondt resigned as Instructional Assistants at South Terrace Elementary. Mark Ziliak resigned as a School Bus Driver and Donna McGinness and Shalane Niemeier will no longer be Girls’ Basketball Coaches at South Terrace Elementary. Katrina Neumann retired as a School Bus Driver after 18.5 Years with the district. The Board joined Galvin in wishing her all the best in her future endeavors. Julie Sailer was approved to transfer from South Terrace Instructional Assistant to South Terrace Innovate (STEM) Teacher, while Anthony Faulk will transfer from a North Posey Junior High Custodial Position to North Elementary School Custodian. Mallory Sears, South Elementary teacher, was granted a FMLA absence for birth of a child and Amber Olander was approved as her Long-Term Substitute. In other board action: • Rusty Seymour was retroactively approved for a Boys’ Basketball Team Trip to Saint Francis College in Fort Wayne on June 17-19. • High School Principal Scott Strieter was approved to purchase three 4’ X 16’ Dry Erase Boards from the North Posey High School Student Activity Fund for a total cost is $2,931.79.

• Approved a quote from BC Engineering, Inc., to replace the Kitchen Air Handling Unit at North Elementary School for $8,500. • Under New Business, Galvin presented for first reading the policy for Electronic Participation by school board members in school board meetings. No action is required at this time. The policy shall be presented for consideration during the August Board meeting. • The board approved the University of Evansville Supervised Clinical Education Agreement. Interns may work with the Athletic Trainer Robbiaca Young with this agreement. • The Board unanimously accepted the donation from the Viking Football Club of an enclosed trailer to transport the football equipment to away events. • Galvin said he met this week with the Posey County Health Department and Mount Vernon school district representatives to discuss COVID protocols for the upcoming school year. Press releases and FAQ handouts will be issued when all details are worked out. • The next regular Board meeting will be Monday, August 9 in the Metropolitan School District of North Posey Conference Room. Executive session will begin at 5:30 p.m. with the regular meeting to begin at 6:30 p.m.

‘Radios’ continued from Page A1 VEI thought the fix would be. As of two weeks ago, we got the sheriff’s office and all of law enforcement back on the new system. Yesterday, we got the fire department and EMS on the new system as well. It’s really going to be a process of waiting throughout this week to see, now that everyone is back on the same system, where we’re at. I don’t anticipate a whole lot of coverage fix with this. I feel like this system is pretty much it is what it is,” Knowles explained. It was an answer that did not sit well with Posey County Council President Heather Allyn. “I’m not okay with that,” Allyn said. “Can you circle back around and reach out to (VEI) and let them know that you’re concerned that we are still going to have issues and we want them fixed?” Knowles said he’s been in contact with VEI and shared information about areas throughout the county experiencing service issues, but he doesn’t think a solution is likely unless bigger changes are made. “At this point, without possibly looking at some sort of other system, I think we are where we are unfortunately,” he said. Councilman Tom Schneider asked if the county’s contract with VEI could be reviewed, asking if there was an option for legal action. “The issue is that the coverage was represented to be better than what it is,” Council Attorney Joe Harrison said. “I did send them a letter. That’s why they kind of tried to fix it. That was three or four months ago. That’s a possibility of some legal action.” Any legal action would have to be pursued on behalf of the Posey County Commissioners, Harrison explained. The county was told to expect about 90 to 94 percent coverage with the system when it was purchased. Knowles said that number is variable. “The total they gave us, the percentage of coverage, with propagation studies, it’s a factor of literally where the study is when they are doing it, what the cloud coverage is, if there’s leaves on the trees. All those factors really get into that,” he said. Allyn wasn’t mollified by Knowles’ explanation. “I’m still not ok with that,” she said. “We’ll pursue this further.” Allyn’s frustration isn’t new or unique. The issue of Posey County radio service has been discussed in county meetings for months, with many council members expressing concerns about the need to protect the county’s emergency workers. VEI President Dan Shepherd addressed the council and commissioners in November 2017 ahead of the vote to purchase the new system. “Your console is on it’s last leg,” Shepherd told council members and a packed crowd of EMS workers and volunteers at the November 14, 2017 meeting. “This needs to be addressed immediately. When your console goes down, your guys will be out there on their own. We can’t keep it up. It’s going to fail and it’s going to fail real soon.” According to a Posey County News article following the meeting, Shepherd said his company had been helping Posey County officials since February 2017 and “we made some pretty good strides, but what we are finding out is lacking coverage up in the northern part of the county, down in Point Township and the southern part. So we were asked to give our opinion of how to correct that.” County officials, facing mounting pressure from concerned residents and emergency service workers, voted to adopt the new system. “I can 100 percent promise you that it will be three times better than what you have now, that I can promise,” Shepherd told council members at the November 2017 meeting. The move to purchase the new system was made...in a time frame that many question might have been too fast. The possibility of ordering a new system did not arise in the minutes of a regular Posey County Council meeting in 2017 until October… just one month before the vote to approve the funding for the purchase was taken. Minutes for the October 10, 2017 meeting feature a E911 system update and convey the frustration of several Posey County firefighters with the analog system and their support of the decision to make a change. Andy Logan, Marrs Township Fire Chief at the time, told council members that he was in favor of the new system, pointing out that “his job is to make sure his 39 members are safe and communicating with dispatch is a large portion of that.” Country Mark Fire Chief and Poseyville Assistant Fire Chief Jeff Droege told council members that “all communications north of (the interstate) has to be done by cell phone.” Griffin Township Fire Chief and President of Posey County Fire Chiefs Tim Compton said Posey County “has the worst sounding radio system of any county in the tri-state.” Chuck Thompson with Posey County EMS told council members that his department saw multiple missed calls with the system. According to the Posey County News article about the November 14, 2017 meeting, then-Auditor Sarah Beth Meighen told council members that, while “everybody up here wants to

see (the new system) happen” the issue should have been addressed months earlier. “I am saying this to every department head out there. You guys have got to quit bringing us stuff off the cuff. Budget went out in June to be turned in at the end of June, perhaps the first of July. The first that I, as county auditor, heard of this $625,000 project was the day we walked into budget hearings in September.” Sabrina Harms, then-Posey County Regional Dispatch director, told then-Council President Don Mattingly, who disliked the interest rate the county was looking to pay on the system’s financing, that the risk to EMS workers outweighed the cost to the county’s coffers. “I can promise you that if something happens, you are going to be facing a lawsuit because 95 percent of these people sitting out there have probably told their family…” Harms began. “That’s probably true, but I will not have this council threatened,” Mattingly interrupted. “I am not threatening,” Harms said. “I am just saying what I have been told. We are at a risk right now.” Mattingly asked if other vendor options were explored. Harms said there were “no other vendors within a local range with good response times,” according to meeting minutes. Fast forward to 2021, and the system that was supposed to be a savior is largely considered to be yet another obstacle. “In 2017, when we hired this new company to come in and work on the towers and change the radio system, we thought it was all solved. It’s no better today than it was back then. There was a study done and we were promised that it would work. It just hasn’t,” Posey County Commissioner Carl Schmitz said. “It’s something that needs to be fixed, but I don’t know what the answers are.” Posey County Sheriff Tom Latham echoed Schmitz’s sentiments. “From a standpoint of a public servant, it sickens me that the county was able to spend the amount of money that they were to get the service that we currently have. This was supposed to be a fix-all issue. I don’t throw blame anywhere towards the council or the commissioners based on the information they received that this was going to be a cure all fix and it’s actually probably just as bad, if not a little worse, than what we had before,” Posey County Sheriff Tom Latham, who was elected in 2018, said at the March 2021 Posey County Council meeting. Latham said the issue has created a “fear of guys needing help and not being able to get it if things go awry.” Latham said one of his deputies has already experienced that issue firsthand. “One of my deputies attempted to make a traffic stop and ended up in a pursuit. Once the vehicle pursuit ended, the driver got out and ran through a field and my deputy had no radio communication whatsoever. While he’s trying to fight the suspect or subdue the suspect, he had to use his cell phone to call for backup,” Latham said. That situation could have been much more serious. “If we’re at a home or we’re on a traffic stop and, worst case scenario, shots are fired, he has no way to communicate with dispatch that he’s just been shot at or he’s just shot someone,” Latham continued. “In police work, we always think of the worst case scenario because we have to be prepared for the worst case scenario.” In addition to the safety concerns, there’s a frustration that comes along with having difficulty performing the routine duties of officers’ jobs, he said. “If we’re running a license plate or driver’s license and dispatch can’t hear us...it’s frustrating to the guys. They need that information. A lot of times, guys can call out traffic stops and when the traffic stop begins, they don’t have radio frequency and can’t communicate. There’s been several instances where guys had to back up four or five feet and then they’re able to get reception,” Latham said. “When the guys have a stressful enough position that they have to fulfill and then to place something like that aggravation on top of it, it’s just not a good environment.” Deig understands these issues all too well. “I carry a Posey County portable radio while I am on duty and when I stand in my driveway in Marrs Township, my radio flashes that I am out of range. Our EMS personnel go to Vanderburgh County, usually at a hospital, with arrestees for medical clearance and their radios don’t work properly. I know with the radio I carry for the state there are times when I am in a metal building or in a basement with no windows and my radio won’t transmit. I don’t believe any changes will fix those issues, but being out in the open and not having the radio transmit or being just one county to the east and not being able to use the radio is a problem,” Deig said. “I also know of several instances where deputies have been in populated areas and they have had no or almost no service with their radios.” Latham said he isn’t interested in pointing fingers or assigning guilt. He just wants the problem solved. “I don’t know if there’s really blame to point at this point. It really doesn’t matter to me. I just want my guys to be safe and able to do their job in the most safe possible way,” Latham said.

While the county grapples with a solution, Posey County police officers continue to rely on cell phones to provide vital service when radios fail. “In this situation, that’s all we can rely upon, hoping that we have cell phone reception as well. We hope the radio works whenever they need it,” Latham said. Possible fixes have been suggested by VEI, but none have made the overall improvement that Latham or county officials had hoped to see. “This has been going on for over a year. What was given to me, the information, was excuse after excuse. ‘We’re waiting on this piece of equipment.’ It was like three or four months before that piece of equipment got put in and it was supposed to fix the problem. Then ‘we’re waiting on this’ or ‘we can’t get this piece.’ You know, it seems like it’s just all been one fix or one issue is going to fix the whole problem. Well then that problem doesn’t get fixed. It was just one thing after another,” Latham said. “Thankfully I’m bald because, if I wasn’t, I would be from pulling my hair out.” Deig said signal issues have been a problem throughout his eight years of working in Posey County and the danger they can create means a permanent fix needs to be found. “When asked if law enforcement officers are safer now than in 2017 with this system, it is a difficult question to answer. Since 2017, law enforcement in general has changed. The technology we use on a daily basis has changed. Law enforcement is changing constantly. I don’t know if the current radio system has made the first responders’ job safer since 2017, but I do know our communications in the first responder world is our lifeline and we need it to be the best that it can be all across the county and even surrounding counties,” Deig said. He said the time has come for action. “I wish I had the immediate answer to correct the problem with our communications throughout the county, but unfortunately I don’t. Now is when we, the council, and the three commissioners and department heads need to put our minds together and find a permanent solution for the issues we are having,” Deig said. “In my opinion, we can’t continue to put band-aids on this issue. I pray that none of our Posey County first responders get hurt or killed due to radio issues.”

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The sky is falling

B J J R The national media push a highly addictive drug called paranoia. If one wants to get a reliable weather forecast or ﬁnd out if a local kitten is not lost, local T.V. and regional newspapers are the best source. But if we are in need of a rush brought on by fear of catastrophe or schadenfreude, we ﬂip the remote incessantly between CNN and FOX. CBS, NBC and ABC are available but boring. PBS can be interesting but is about as exciting as

a library. No, if we want cataclysm or the satisfaction of seeing the rich and powerful fail, we must have cable. You might wonder about MSNBC but we can only take so much selfindulgent cynicism. Gentle Reader, if you were awake, as I was at 4 a.m. staring at the peachcolored ceiling and wondering if I should use the restroom again or make a cup of coffee, you may have defaulted to cable T.V. That is where I saw the bobbleheads of CNN and FOX fervently seeking our advertising eyeballs by continually ratcheting up the partisan rhetoric. Inbetween the machine gun fire of five minutes

of ads were crammed five-minute exhortations camouflaged as news. Today, as usual, CNN was frothing about Donald Trump and FOX was exorcised about Cuba and communism, which FOX posited was one and the same. CNN was giddy with the not-sobreaking story that former President Trump was unhappy about the last election, so much so that General Mark Milley, Trump’s choice for Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the military, was concerned about a peaceful transfer of power. FOX apparently either did not know who Milley was or did not care. FOX made no mention of this “bombshell”

possibility. FOX was excitedly showing Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ campaign coozies which attacked Anthony Fauci as FOX repeatedly rolled ﬁlm of protests in Cuba. CNN did not take note of Cuba nor communism as its commentators were busy extolling the virtues of giving away trillions of dollars of borrowed taxpayer money. What came through quite clearly, even as I dozed in and out while desperately seeking facts hidden among the rushes of opinion, was that CNN and FOX both believed that Chicken Little was correct. Each of their favorite evil acorns that fall upon us is a harbinger of the sky’s collapse upon America. We must eliminate all ves-

tiges of Trumpism, and now DeSantisism too, along with President Biden and any federal help for poor people. Of course, we can do this by buying the products hawked among the invective spewed by the incredulous news anchors. Just as grade school teachers emphasizing that we children should obey the crossing guards, cable news claims it is our best source for gospel; critical analysis is just too much trouble and no fun besides. Most importantly, run out and buy more stuﬀ before prices rise again. For more Gavel Gamut articles go to www.jamesmredwine.com Or “Like/Follow” us on Facebook & Twitter at JPegOsageRanch

Financial Suicide is not necessary

M V B D . G M There is some risk to all of life. A friend and his wife had a house paid for and a substantial savings account. At the age of 65 he was retired and bored and bemoaned he had never been a business owner. He was aware of a family who had recently closed a business so he oﬀered to buy it from them and even employed a family member to run it. He knew nothing about the business but was conﬁdent all would be well. The cost of the in-

vestment, his lack of understanding the business and the monthly outgo spelled disaster. Within two years he had lost his house and his entire retirement savings trying to make his dream business endeavor sustainable. Another acquaintance had worked hard at an auto plant for twelve years but retired and took his $150,000 retirement savings and sunk it into a restaurant endeavor. He had never run a restaurant before and within one year the restaurant had failed. His money was gone and he had a sizable debt. Another acquaintance retired and wanted something to do. He got into a cookie business that

lasted three months. He spent $30,000 a month for three months in a cookie franchise before he was able to get out of the venture. Neither of the prior persons had any prior business ownership experience. Life is filled with lessons. Education is often very expensive. You must decide if you are still young enough or too old to take on such a business venture. This is especially true if you could end up losing all your investment and further financially obligating yourself. If you want or need something to do, then get into something that you can afford and know something about. Being informed and applying as much research to any

endeavor is crucial. If you can afford a large franchise fee, other investment costs and you can make the business successful, then by all means enjoy your endeavor. If you are risking being homeless then you should probably reconsider. Years ago, an old friend was almost ﬁnancially broke at 50. He had worked in various restaurants with others but had little to show for his eﬀorts. He rented an old hamburger restaurant that had been closed and his rent and overhead were cheap. He went to work making the best hamburger in town. For 16 years his burger business netted him an annual salary of over $300,000. He retired well. Sometimes we simply need to

be content with what we have. If you need to work, consider what you know, what you have and how you can make it work for you. It could require a minimal amount of advertising. Or, it might simply require letting acquaintances know what kind of work you are doing and building your business by word of mouth. You may be able to use space or land that is sitting dormant and can be rented or bought reasonably. Life’s pursuits can be, and should be, approached with reasonable caution. Financial suicide is not necessary. Contact Glenn at GMollette@ aol.com. Learn more at www.glennmollette.com.

Letter to the Editor Police funding fine in Indiana To the Editor: We are blessed to have many brave men and women in law enforcement who choose to put their lives on the line each and every day to protect and serve our communities and state. This session, I was proud to vote in favor of several new initiatives to support our Hoosier law enforcement oﬃcers. First, our new state budget allocates $70 million for improvements to the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy, which is where our oﬃcers are trained, $30 million for body

cameras for state and local police, $5 million to provide raises to state police, conservation and excise officers, $8 million to establish a High Tech Crimes Unit and $7 million to upgrade safety gear for correctional officers. We recently saw the benefits of this new funding with the Indiana State Police announcing the rollout of body and in-car cameras for their officers across the state. I also supported House Enrolled Act 1006, which improves the training law enforcement officers receive by requiring pre-basic,

in-service and executive training to cover de-escalation of sensitive situations. This will help oﬃcers be better prepared to handle tense interactions with citizens. HEA 1006 also improves transparency and accountability in the hiring process by requiring police departments to contact every other police department an applicant has previously worked for to obtain their past

employment and disciplinary ﬁles. HEA 1006 received unanimous, bipartisan support at every step in the legislative process and was supported by the Fraternal Order of Police, the Indiana Association of Chiefs of Police, the Indiana State Police, the Indiana Black Legislative Caucus and the NAACP. Jim Tomes

Hans Schmitz, PC Purdue Extension Educator Resources for Veteran Farmers

When active military service ends, a variety of options exist for veterans. One important option includes returning or beginning a career in agriculture. Along with programs that assist anyone in agriculture, veterans have additional options for assistance or have priority considerations with some programs. Specific programs are overviewed below. AgrAbility is a national program based out of Purdue that helps military veterans transition into agricultural careers. The group has a large mission to also assist all farmers with disabilities continue to farm. On the veteran side, they do run the Indiana Ag Vets program, which creates internship opportunities for veterans, as well as providing an education-based certification program which can be used to assist in proving agricultural experience and knowledge. The Farmer Veteran Coalition acts to mobilize veterans to feed America. They provide the Homegrown by Heroes designation, which certifies farm products with a seal which assists in marketing farm products. Indiana Grown, the locally grown initiative in Indiana, works with Homegrown by Heroes to promote Indiana agriculture products. The Coalition also has a Farmer Veteran Fellowship Fund that provides direct dollars to farmers in the form of grants. The funds are targeted toward beginning veteran farmers. Those who receive funds are also eligible to win a Kubota compact tractor through the Geared to Give program. The Farm Service Agency offers beginning farmer loans. These loans give priority to veter-

ans if dollars become tight. They loan to farmers with some experience in farming but less than ten total years of experience. Loan rates are generally less than those in the private banking sector. The Natural Resource Conservation Service offers cost-share dollars for conservation practice implementation. Once again, veterans receive some prioritization in funding through that program. Purdue Extension offers programming through the Diversified Food and Farming Systems focus group within the Agricultural and Natural Resources program area. They offer Farmer Veteran workshops that overview programming within the state geared towards veterans. Those workshops also provide an opportunity for social networking for veterans. The focus group also has developed a beginning farmer handbook that allows potential farmers to begin to narrow down their focus, establish a mission and vision for their farm, and begin to establish a farm marketing plan. Along with these program, Soil and Water Conservation Districts, the Conservation Cropping Systems Initiative, Indiana Conservation Partnership, and other like-minded agencies all assist small and large farms, whether veteranowned or not, with education and implementation of farm management practices. If you know a veteran looking at a career in agriculture or are one yourself, reach out to the local Purdue Extension office for a consultation. If you have questions on any of these programs, contact Hans at hschmitz@purdue.edu or 812-838-1331.

we are. No matter what trials life may bring… it is what it is. Hopefully it makes us a better person realizing there will be a day when all our days will end. Hopefully all these trials and unexpected things are teaching us maybe to have a little more compassion, more sympathy and little more empathy towards others. Our day was as God has planned it. Will I wake tomorrow to see another? Only God knows. So I’m constantly watching, looking, searching for those hidden wonders to calm my thoughts, clear my mind and ready myself for tomorrow should tomorrow come my way. I was blessed with one more wonder to see. So with this scene I’ll be at peace, for today is done and tomorrow is but another mystery… My thoughts from the tractor seat. Don Hartman My thoughts from the tractor seat. Wisdom They say wisdom and knowledge can both

be acquired from experience… and that good judgment often comes from bad judgment. … See More My thoughts from the tractor seat. Facts and truth have never mattered less than they do in today’s society. We are living in a time when it seems truth and honesty have no value… It’s easy to fall into the pit of negativity. … See More 15 Comments Cal Cook You’re not alone Mr Don Hartman Hartman!!!! I know y’all think I put too much stuff on here, but it keeps my mind occupied. To all you folks that enjoy it… thanks, and I hope it brightens your day. This world is filled with enough hate and discontent. If it helps you wade through the mire like it does me, then I’ll keep relaying my nonsense. I love what I do, and I love the lifestyle. It’s filled with wonderful beauty. Every day is filled with beautiful scenes never to be seen again..

Bucket List

Bucket list. We are B D all familiar H with the term “bucket list”. It’s supposedly a list of things you’d like to do, before you kick the bucket. A bucket list for lots of folks might contain things that take physical exertion like… climbing Mount Everest, going white water rafting, or maybe hiking down into the Grand Canyon. Some might possibly want to explore the amazon rain forest, see the Eiﬀel Tower, or even visit the Victorian falls in Africa. Or possibly run the Boston marathon, go on an African safari, hike Yellowstone National park, go skydiving, or my personal favorite… to compete in the annual Ironman contest. There are lots of things I’d like to see and do…Those things I mentioned all sound fun and exciting, but I’d much rather just sit on my porch swing and spend time with my family… especially my grandkids. So of all these things to see and do, and with

my talent, and exceptional physical condition… I’m just letting y’all know in advance, that I will not be competing in this year’s ironman contest. It was a difficult decision, but I feel it was for the best… Besides I would just have an unfair advantage over all the other athletes, so the other competitors will now have a fighting chance amongst themselves. But hey, there’s always next year… right? Unexpected things. We all have things that happen that are totally unexpected… both good and bad. They might be the people we meet, hardships we face, gifts we receive, or circumstances that change. They all have a way of altering our journey through life… for better or for worse, but they effect us and who we are going forward nevertheless. Sometimes things happen that will forever change our trajectory, our feelings, our thoughts, our actions our outlook on life and where we are headed, and how we get there. My day is done… But at the end of the day all we have is who P / E D P

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Representatives from the Posey County Community Foundation present a check to Mount Vernon High School Principal Kyle Jones to benefit the School’s Wearhouse. Pictured, left to right, are Jodi Pfister, Tony Noelle, Jones, Amy Smith, and Rachel Purviance. The group presented $5,000 to this organization and a total of $80,000 to worthy organizations over Monday and Tuesday. Photo by Dave Pearce

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Relationship with AC Thomas Bed and Breakfast is heartfelt By Lois Mittino Gray When she walks along the streets of New Harmony, the first thing you notice is her thick long hair flowing down past her waist, giving the stately woman an exotic look. Upon her upper arm is a large Ta Moko tattoo, a traditional tattoo of the indigenous Maori tribes of New Zealand reflecting her cultural heritage and identity. Jennefer Duane also has a compass rose near her heart, all part of her ‘Whakapapa,’ her ancestral family tree tattoos. Jennefer visits New Harmony three or four times a year as one of the five partners who co-own the AC Thomas Bed and Breakfast, a restored Victorian house and English garden at 503 West Street. She likes to stay about a week at a time, helping around the house and visiting with local residents and co-owners, Michael and Mary Beth Guard, and other friends she has made here. On the day we talked about her interests and Maori genealogy, she was busy sorting linens and doilies on the massive dining room table. “I always felt connected to the elements and nature as a kid and somewhat tribal. I always liked to have this long hair. I cut it only once at age 12 up to my ears and have regretted it since. I didn’t really know about my ancestry, other than my father was from New Zealand, until I went there when I became a citizen at 18 years old. I lived in Auckland and Wellington and discovered my Maori roots and began my family genealogy journey,” she said. “I came back to America at age 22.” Jennefer’s great-great grandmother was a true Maori. Her great-great grandfather started to learn the aboriginal language when he worked in boating. Jennefer says she can understand some of the language to have a working knowledge, but is not fluent. It is similar to Hawaiian. Her mother was a Lon-

don-born Brit who met her New Zealand father in San Francisco. Jennefer was born and raised in California. She is proud to tell the tale of his talents in keeping the family boat tradition alive. “He was a boat captain in New Zealand. In 1959, he sailed a 32 foot boat through the South Pacific and Bora Bora with no GPS or other aids for nine months. He just used the oldfashioned way of stars on the horizon using a sextant. Jennefer has been back and forth to New Zealand “about forty times” as she owns a bed and breakfast called Koru Riverside Retreat in Coromandel Town. “It is a beautiful holiday accommodation and a real slice of paradise retreat. The unique ecosystem there overlooks the river with Kiwi birds, endangered frogs, and a lot of bird life. The property, in a grove of 40 foot fern trees, is a single family home with a riverside spa pool, two hours from the Auckland airport and is online,” she described. When at home, she lives in Snow Camp, North Carolina, west of Chapel Hill, with her husband, Ron D. Spinhoven and a menagerie of two horses, a llama, and dogs and cats. The two of them with Michael and Mary Beth Guard, and Elaine Dodd are the five co-owners of the AC Thomas Home. “Being part of this was a real dream come true for me,” Jennefer remarked. How did they all meet? “We met over our mutual dedication of protecting older Americans from financial abuse and exploitation that bonded us. It’s at epidemic proportions in this country. There is so much of it. Older folks can get confused on money matters with cognitive impairment. Their bankers, who know them and have relationships with them, are their front line helpers,” she observed. “In 2012 on World Elder Abuse Aware-

ness Day, the Guards invite me to speak in Oklahoma to bankers working hard on this topic. The Guards were involved there in banking law and knew Elaine Dodd working in that field, too.” Jennefer works at the Office for Older Americans of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in Washington DC. “I knew Mary Beth had a strong connection to New Harmony, Indiana and had a relationship with the town, as well as relatives here. When I saw her in DC or Oklahoma, she’d rave about this Utopia she loved.” Jennefer recounted her story of how the partnership came to be to purchase the house. “We were friends on Facebook and I would see her photos posted of the town. One day in 2017, Mary Beth put a post on Facebook about a Victorian house up for auction. I wrote a comment, ‘You should buy it and turn it into a Bed and Breakfast.’ There was a deluge of comments agreeing with me. I decided to send a private message to her to see if she would be interested in partnering on it,” she explained. “Something that bonded Mary Beth, Elaine and myself is that we all lost a sister within a few years and it was a common thread. Something struck our souls on this and we decided to pursue the idea and do a dream together. Michael and Mary Beth sent us 104 pictures in a photo file, but when I walked through the door of the place and saw the house, it was mind-blowing.” “On the day of the auction, Tom Stahl, Mary Beth’s brother-in-law, was up there in front in person and held the paddle for us. The three of us were all in his ear linked together on a conference phone call. Mary Beth took over managing the bidding and she is our lead partner. We stood by with our fingers crossed and won the bid with $515,000. Colonel Barnes, the previous owner, left all

Jennefer Duane the furniture even down to the china and flatware and tapestries.” The historic house sleeps 16 and has three stories and a fully renovated basement with an elevator from top to bottom that is great for handling luggage. Wedding parties and families can rent the whole house or rooms within. The honeymoon suite is a loft bedroom with a fourteen foot vaulted ceiling and two big windows with spectacular views of town. The second floor has five Victorian rooms each with their own en-suite bathroom. They are called by great names that make a visitor feel like royalty, such as Prince William, Princess Kate and the Taft Room, celebrating the president’s visit to New Harmony. The lower level has basement apartments, one filled with Mary Beth’s unique photography of New Harmony. For more information, https://www.acthomashouse.com.

Variety of activities can help family triumph over loss I just received a phone call from a friend whose brother I buried about two weeks ago. She was checking in with me because today is a holiday and she is missing her brother. We spoke for a moment. Our conversation drifted to that which is most important to each of us; family. Additionally, we spoke of our blessings. We agreed to get together next week and work on her genealogy. It has become important to her to record her family’s history as she experiences their losses. Her heart was full of sorrow and loneliness as she recounted stories of her childhood escapades, and my heart wept for her. Grief Brief 91 The Ultimate Adversity Love is tempered and grows stronger through adversity and sacrifice. The more we experience together, the stronger our relationships become. Death eradicates our ability to be together and to continue experiencing life together. It does not, however, eradicate our ability to continue loving our decedent. It does not make it impossible for our love to continue and deepen as we continue through life without our companion or our loved one. Love is not a physical experience - it is a profoundly emotional and spiritual experience. Were it not so, how would one explain the love a parent has for an unborn child? How would one explain the abiding love parents carry to their graves for their lost children? Death is the ultimate adversary in our relationships. It does not, however, sever us from the love we hold dear in our hearts. (Mourning Light I, 2016)

If you are experiencing sadness, loneliness, or sorrow over the loss of a loved one, there are things you can do to help yourself heal and move through your grief. My friend did one

of the most helpful things available to her. She reached out to another living human being for support. The companionship and support from another living being is one of the most comforting things you can do when you are grieving. The loss of a loved one creates a hole that needs to be filled. Grief Brief 27 Loneliness Loneliness is frequently expressed by the bereaved, especially by those who have lost their spouses. Social loneliness may be curbed through social support. Emotional loneliness, however, is brought on by a broken attachment. With such, a new attachment is the only remedy. Certain survivors are unwilling to form new attachments and thereby endure sever loneliness indefinitely. This behavior is more common among the elderly. (Mourning Light I, 2016) Without even knowing it, my friend has also engaged in

a strategy that will assist her recovery even more. She has developed an interest in genealogy. This new hobby will occupy her mind, help her develop new skills, and create a sense of great accomplishment. Grief Brief 39 Hobbies Hobbies occupy the mind and hands. They engage our brains and keep them in good health. Hobbies create a sense of accomplishment. They propel us toward a healthier and happier grief recovery. (Mourning Light I, 2016) A few additional recovery tools that survivors can employ are exercise, religion, and animal companions. The benefits of these additional tools help us develop new skill sets and encourage us to socialize beyond our comfort zones. Together, they help us triumph over loss. My name is Tracy Renee Lee. I am a Certified Grief Counselor (GC-C), Funeral Director (FDIC), published author, syndicated columnist, Podcaster, and founder of the “Mikey Joe Children’s Memorial” and Heaven Sent, Corp. I write books, weekly bereavement articles, Podcasts, and Grief BRIEFs related to understanding and coping with grief. I am the American Funeral Director of the Year Runner-Up and recipient of the BBB’s Integrity Award. It is my life’s work to comfort the bereaved and help them live on. For additional encouragement, please visit my podcast “Deadline” at https://open.spotify.com/ show/7MHPy4ctu9OLvdp2JzQsAA or at https://anchor. fm/tracy874 and follow me on Instagram at “Deadline_ TracyLee”.

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Mount Vernon quarterback Nicot Burnette looks for an open receiver during the last summer football scrimmage this week. The Wildcats are putting in the time this season to improve on a good season in Coach Messmer’s ﬁrst year last season. Photo by Garry Beeson By Trisha L. Lopez The 24-14 win against the Patriots in Mount Vernon football wrapped up the 2020 made a strong statement for the firstteam’s last summer scrimmage at home on time head coach and Mount Vernon, who Friday against Vincennes Lincoln. had struggled against the 2019 3A runnerThe Alices were the last of five teams up for years and set the stage for a 5-3 seathe Wildcats faced in June and July, giving son that could have been even better had second-year Head Coach Lukas Messmer Covid-19 not sidelined the squad, forcing yet another opportunity to see his team in the cancellation of two games. action as he prepares to open the season at Messmer said the loss of two varsity home against Heritage Hills on August 20. games and three junior varsity games cut

competition reps that many of his younger players needed last fall. The opportunity to have a more traditional pre-season has given those kids a chance to develop. “(Our younger players) have been able to get caught up and prepare themselves to help us on Friday nights this season,” Messmer said. “For our more experienced players, it gave us an opportunity to evaluate them and get feedback to help make them better. We had a different roster for just about every scrimmage due to other sports happening this summer, so it was valuable to put our younger, unproven guys in with the first group and see if they can perform.” The Wildcats faced Evansville North, Sheridan, Eastern Greentown, Forest Park and Vincennes Lincoln between June 15 and July 15....and Messmer is happy with what he saw. “I think we were able to start to build some quality depth on both sides of the ball. Overall, I think our scrimmage schedule went well. We now have a good understanding as a coaching staff where all of our players stand and what areas we must improve by August 20,” Messmer said. Messmer said seniors Luke Hoehn, Jaden Wilson and River Snodgrass had big performances all summer long. “(Hoehn) shifted to a new role as a wide receiver late last season and has never looked back. He showed he has the big play ability and the speed to score at any time, which will be a huge weapon for us offensively,” Messmer said. “He also continued to grow as a leader by starting to speak up and influence others to match his level of intensity. He is a joy to be around and we’re super excited to watch him make plays this fall.” He said Wilson “showed us exactly what we hoped he would” and looks for him to be a “scary player in the fall.” “(Wilson) was physically dominant both as a receiver and defensive end at times this summer. His biggest improvement from

last season to now is how he has started to mature and grow as a leader. He now understands the impact his positive voice can have with his teammates,” Messmer said. Messmer labeled Snodgrass as “Mr. Consistency” for the Wildcats, praising his energy and enthusiasm. “During practices and scrimmages, he is always giving his best effort and setting the standard for others to follow. He was a physical presence on both sides of the ball as outside linebacker and slot receiver during the scrimmages which is why he was seen carrying our Big Hit Sledgehammer out on the field most weeks last season. I would bet on him doing that often this fall as well,” Messmer said. He praised the work of his offensive line, a ‘young bunch for the most part who we had a lot of questions about coming into the summer.” “That group worked extremely hard in the weight room this offseason to add the necessary strength we were missing last fall. They started off a bit slow early on in our scrimmages, but have shown the most growth of any position group throughout our summer,” Messmer said. Messmer’s Wildcats pride themselves on playing with extremely high effort and physicality. He hopes to continue to build on that as the summer winds down and regular practices kick off in August. Messmer is looking forward to seeing packed stands for games this fall and wants Mount Vernon fans to know that the team will be “led by a large group of seniors that are excited to prove themselves under the Friday night lights.” “To (Wildcat) Nation...we need you to bring yourself and all your friends to every game this fall. We will be an exciting group to watch and our kids have worked relentlessly this offseason to come back better than ever for the 2021 season,” Messmer said. “Make plans to be at each of our five home games to help us pack the rock!”

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Black bear population rising, forcing animals to expand their homes

Members of the first place North Posey baseball team take a ride on the fire truck after capturing the crown with a win over Golfmoor. Pictured are, first row, Lucas Mason, Grayson Kram, Logan Griffith, Walker Eisterhold, Barrett Gibbs, Wyatt Schenk, and Will Jenkins.

In the back row are Coach Roddy Blaylock, Coach Nick Schenk, Benton Wehmer, Cooper Hoehn, Owen Blaylock, Ase Blaylock, Gradey Lynn, Jonah Bender, Coach Adam Hoehn, and Head Coach Codey Lynn. Photo by Dave Pearce

Armadillos and bobcats and black bears, Oh My! These are not animals you expect to see in Indiana. Yet, it is not out of the question that Hoosiers may come across one of these creatures. Just ask Vincennes University College of Technology Dean Ty Freed, who found a dead armadillo on his property in Daviess County last year. There was a conﬁrmed black bear sighting in northeast Vanderburgh County last month. There is a growing bobcat population in Indiana, according to former VU Conservation Law Enforcement Program Chair and 30-year Indiana conservation oﬃcer Bill Browne. There have been at least 26 armadillo sightings in In-

diana, according to VU College of Science, Engineering, and Mathematics Dean Curt Coffman. In the United States, armadillos typically live in humid subtropical climates found in states like Texas, Oklahoma, and Florida. Due to warmer winters, they are expanding their range and migrating to northern states. Black bear populations are expanding, and they may pass through Indiana from established populations in adjacent states. Until 2015 when a black bear entered Indiana from Michigan, there had not been a confirmed report of one in the state since 1871. There have been four confirmed black bear sightings in the state in recent years.

This week in the world of sports history By Chris Morlan Below are events that took place in the history of sports during the week of July 2126 over the past 50 years. Some of you may remember these games or stories from the past that brought you joy. You may remember what you were doing or where you were when one of these happened. Possibly, you may have never heard of these milestones in the history of sports. There are some interesting things that have taken place in sports history. Reading something you never knew or heard about could makes it even more interesting. July 21- (1972) Los Angeles Dodgers release and end career of knuckleball pitcher Hoyt Wilhelm. (1973) Braves Hank Aaron hits his seven hundredth home run off Philadelphia Phillies Ken Brett’s fastball. (1975) Billy Martin was fired as the Texas Rangers manager. (1975) New York Met Felix Milan hits four singles in a game; all erased by Joe Torres four double plays. (1989) Mike Tyson knocked out Carl Williams in 1:33 for the heavyweight boxing title. (1991) Ferguson Jenkins, Gaylord Perry, Rod Carew, Tony Lazzeri and Bill Veeck are elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York. (1993) Swimmer Angela Kennedy breaks the world record in the 50-meter butterfly stroke with a time of 26.93 seconds. (1995) Kansas City Royals set a club-record with 22 singles in 15 innings. (1996) Wayne Gretzky signs a two-year deal with the New York Rangers. (2013) British Open Men’s Golf, Muirfield: Phil Mickelson wins his fifth major, by three strokes from Henrik Stenson. (2013) Chris Froome from Great Britain won the 100th Tour de France. July 22- (1983) California Angels outfielder Brian Downing error record streak ends at 244 games. (1984) Laurent Fignon of France won the 71st Tour de France. (1990) British Open Men’s Golf, St. Andrews: Nick Faldo wins his second of three Open Championships by five strokes against runner-up’s

Mark McNulty and Payne Stewart. (1990) Phil Mickelson won the ninetieth US Golf Amateur Championship. (1990) Greg LeMond from the United States won the 77th Tour de France. (1993) New York Yankee great Don Mattingly hits his 200th home run. (1994) Seattle Mariners play Boston Red Sox as the home team at Fenway Park, when the Kingdome was being repaired. (1997) Greg Maddux throws a complete game with just 76 pitches. (2001) British Open Men’s Golf, Royal Lytham & St. Anne’s: David Duval wins his only major title by three shots from Sweden’s Niclas Fasth. (2018) Seattle Storm guard Sue Bird plays a record 500 WNBA games as her team lost 87-74 to the Atlanta Dream; Bird finishes career on 508 games with Seattle. July 23- (1974) Los Angeles Dodger Steve Garvey was named the All-Star game MVP. (1976) Baltimore Oriole Reggie Jackson homers in sixth straight game. (1978) Philadelphia Phillies Steve Carlton recorded his 200th win and became the 78th pitcher to reach this milestone. (1979) George Brett gets his 1,000th hit. (1984) Kansas City Royals Dan Quisenberry gets his 200th save. (1989) American Greg LeMond wins the 76th Tour de France. (1993) Cincinnati Red Rob Dibble is back from a three-game suspension after being ejected for throwing at and hitting Chicago Cub baserunner Doug Dascenzo in the Cubs 8-5 win. (1994) Don Mattingly becomes the sixth New York Yankee to reach 2,000 hits. (2000) British Open Men’s Golf, Royal Lytham & St. Anne’s: Tiger Woods beats Thomas Bjorn and Ernie Els by eight shots to win his first Open title; Woods is the youngest player at 24 to win all four major titles. (2009) Chicago White Sox Mark Buehrle becomes the eighteenth pitcher to throw a perfect game in MLB history in a 5-0 win over the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. (2019) Nike’s Jordan Brand signs 2019 NBA number one draft pick Zion Williamson to the biggest multiyear deal in rookie history

for seven years at 75 million dollars. July 24-(1973) San Francisco Giant Bobby Bonds was named the All-Star game MVP. (1977) Pete Rose passes Frankie Frisch as baseball’s all-time switch-hit leader at 2,881. (1978) Pete Rose ties National League hitting streak of 37 games. (1979) Boston Red Sox Carl Yastrzemski hits his 400th home run. (1983) Pine Tar Game: George Brett’s home run overturned against the New York Yankees. (1988) United States and Jamaica play in a scoreless tie in the second round of the 1990 World Soccer Cup. (1993) New York Met Vince Coleman injures three spectators when he threw a cherry bomb at Dodger fan. (1994) Spain beats United States 3-0 in 32nd Tennis Fed Cup. (2005) British Senior Open Men’s Golf, Royal Aberdeen: Tom Watson wins his second Open Senior title in a playoff with Ireland’s Des Smyth. (2019) Nineteen-year old Hungarian swimmer Kristof Milak breaks Michael Phelps’ ten-year butterfly world record at the World Championships in South Korea; Milak swims in 1:50.73, 0.78 seconds faster than Phelps. July 25- (1978) Bob Lemon replaces Billy Martin as the New York Yankee manager. (1978) Cincinnati Red Pete Rose sets the National League record hitting in 38 consecutive games. (1982) United States beats

Germany 3-0 in the Tennis Fed Cup. (1990) Kansas City Royal George Brett hits for cycle. (1992) The 25th Olympic Games open in Barcelona, Spain. (1997) Quarterback Brett Favre, re-signs with Green Bay Packers for a seven-year, 50-million-dollar deal. (2004) Copa America Final: Brazil beats Argentina 4-2 on penalties: 2-2 after extra time. (2012) The Summer Olympics begin in London, England. July 26- (1978) Cincinnati Red Johnny Bench hits his 300th career home run. (1984) Montreal Expos Pete Rose ties Ty Cobb with his 3,502nd single. (1987) Catfish Hunter, Billy Williams and Ray Dandridge inducted in Baseball Hall of Fame. (1988) Philadelphia Phillies Mike Schmidt sets National League record appearing in 2,155 games at third base. (1990) United States beats Soviet Union 17-0 in baseball at the Goodwill Games. (1991) Montreal Expos Mark Gardner no hits Los Angeles Dodgers for nine innings, then loses game in the tenth. (1992) Nolan Ryan strikes out his one hundredth batter for the twenty-third consecutive season. (2015) Chris Froome of Great Britain won the Tour de France. (2020) Juventus wins it ninth straight Italian Series A title with goals from Cristiano Ronaldo and Federico Bernardeschlin in a 2-0 win against Sampdoria.

Posey County FOP golf event set for Aug. 23 The Posey County FOP Lodge 133 Annual Golf Scramble on Monday August 23, 2021 at the Western Hills Country Club for an 8 a.m. shotgun start. Cost of the event is $50 per person ($200 for a four-person Team) which includes 18 holes of golf, green fees, food, non-alcoholic beverages, and cart rental. Alcoholic beverages will be available to purchase through WHCC. A check made payable to Posey County FOP Lodge 133 for you and your team members will secure your spot for the event. We will also be accepting payment through Venmo, @ POCOFOP. If you own a business and would like to be a Hole Sponsor, the cost is $100. FOP will display a sign advertising your business and showing your support of our organization. If you would like a logo on your sign please send it to us at mvfop133@gmail.com. If you have questions, please contact Trooper Brandon Deig at 812-661-0817, Detective Dustin Seitz at 812-483-8448 or Detective Wes Kuykendall at 812-454-6064.

Rogier lands head coaching spot at Vincennes University VINCENNES, Ind – The Vincennes University athletic department formally welcomed new Interim Track and Field head coach Marty Rogier this past week. Rogier originally joined the VU Track and Field staff as an assistant after Tim Marsee stepped away in May. Rogier was promoted to Interim Track and Field head coach after Chris Gafner announced he would be resigning in late June. “I’m really excited to be here,” Rogier said. “I obviously knew about the program and knew about the talent that VU has had over the years from my time coaching in Evansville.” “The whole reason I decided to come coach at Vincennes University was because I knew the Track and Field program is a perennial top-10 program but I really feel like we can take it up a couple more notches,” Rogier added. “It may sound naïve, but I want to hang my hat on a National Championship in Track. I know VU has placed high in Cross Former Mount Vernon High School assistant track Country and the Half Marathons, but I want to compete at coach Marty Rogier found out last week that he has been the Track level too.” selected as the head coach for Vincennes university. “I’m excited, I think it’s the opportunity of a lifetime to help take this program to a very, very high level,” Rogier said. “I knew Bill Smith from years ago, when I first started coaching Bill Smith let me bring my pole vaulters up here and that’s how I first got to know Vincennes University,” Rogier said. “That’s really how I first got into coaching and that’s how we really got good was because we were able to come up from Evansville and use this facility at VU.” “When Coach Gafner decided he no longer wanted to be our Track coach we already had Marty onboard and he seemed to be the logical choice to be the Interim Head Track and Field coach,” VU Athletic Director and Hall of Fame Women’s Basketball coach Harry Meeks said. “We have re-

cruiting to do, we have all the things that we normally do during the summer to do with our track program and that’s the most important part of that job right now, it to get us some athletes in here that we can coach.” “Marty has a vast knowledge track and field in our area that we recruit from. He knows a lot of the coaches and he’s come in and done a really good job of communicating with me and our Office Manager Lesa with how his recruiting is going,” Meeks added. “He has a terrific personality and I think that the athletes that we are bringing in here will really like him.” “Chris Gafner did a great job in his time with us,” Meeks added. “We had National Champions in a variety of different events and we really hated to see him go but I think we have the right person in the right spot to help keep this program at the level we wish to keep it and build on it.” Rogier comes to VU with more than 30 years’ experience as a personal trainer and track and field coach at the high school, NCAA Division I and professional levels. Marty most recently was a part-time assistant coach at the University of Evansville and oversaw the pole vault, long jump, high jump and triple jump athletes at UE. During his time at the University of Evansville, Rogier’s athletes set five school records and finished with top-nine finishes at the Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) Championships five times. Rogier worked with many athletes at the high school level in the Evansville-area and sent multiple athletes to the IHSAA Track and Field State Championships as an Assistant coach at Harrison High School. Rogier is Level 1 certified by the United States Track and Field and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. “My background as a strength and conditioning coach for 20 years is pretty big,” Rogier said. “I’ve worked with a lot of professional athletes, some NCAA Champion-type athletes. Putting together a team and 20 events, that’s going to be my challenge. But I think my background from a training aspect is going to be very valuable.” “NCAA Division I experience in any sport is a really big deal,” Meeks said. “It shows that you’ve put in the work to get there and it gives your program some notoriety, that you have a coach on your staff that’s been around Division I athletes and been around a Division I program. I know for myself, having been in Division I basketball for a number of years, that experience is still very valuable to me today.” “You don’t lose what it feels like to be a Division I coach in a Division I program,” Meeks added. “Marty has that and it is really good for the University to have somebody in that position that has had Division I experience. I think Marty will be a great fit in the office, we’re happy to have him here and I think he will do a great job for us.”

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Layton Morlock shows oﬀ the nice ear of corn he picked recently at Uncle Marvie and Aunt Ruthie Redman’s garden. Photo by Dave Pearce

The Posey County Fair Princess winners pictured above are, left to right, Aubrey Becker, Olivia Brass, Elaina Lupfer, and Annabelle Hester. Photo by Dave Pearce

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Keck Gonnerman News Well members here we go into the busy time. To start off the Posey County Fair will be the week of July 19 thru 24. Keck Gonnerman has exhibits in the kid’s zone from tractors to items that were in the Keck Gonnerman factory. We are going to have a tractor display outside the Keck building, if you want to bring a tractor to display let me know so we can have room. We will need help with track events thru out the week and can always use help. The fair is going to be bigger this year with more rides, a circus, a bigger tractor pull, rodeo and many more new and exciting events. Then we go to our show August 6 thru 8. We will be running the saw mill, thresher, tractor pulls, vendors, toy vendors, food vendors, tractors, equipment and other things to do. Members need to remember we will need

your help to make it all happen. We also have a tractor raffle going on now until show time, by you tickets and sell some tickets, contact Dennis Carr, Brett King, Kevin King or Brian Pierce. Our Red Wagon day is August 21 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m., bring your tractors to the Red Wagon. September 4 is the tractor drive leaving the Keck building at 9 a.m., be there early to get registered and ready to leave. Brian Pierce will be putting the plans together for this event. September 10 thru 12, Mount Vernon River Days, we will be displaying tractor and the parade. September 17 thru 19, New Harmony Kunstfest, we will display tractors. September 25 Poseyville Autumnfest parade October 16 plow day if weather will agree, same place as last year

Legal Advertisements 2021-243 LEGAL NOTICE OF EVIDENTIARY HEARING INDIANA UTILITY REGULATORY COMMISSION CAUSE NO. 45549 IN THE MATTER OF THE PETITION BY POSEY SOLAR LLC FOR CERTAIN DETERMINATIONS BY THE COMMISSION WITH RESPECT TO ITS JURISDICTION OVER PETITIONER’S ACTIVITIES AS A GENERATOR OF ELECTRIC POWER Notice is hereby given that the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission will conduct a public Evidentiary Hearing in the above-captioned Cause in Room 224 of the PNC Center, 101 W. Washington Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, commencing at 9:30 AM on August 24, 2021. This hearing is open to the public. If an accommodation is required to allow an individual with a disability to participate, please contact the Office of the Executive Secretary of the IURC at (317) 232-2701 or TDD (317) 232-8556 at least 48 hours in advance. INDIANA UTILITY REGULATORY COMMISSION OFFICE OF THE EXECUTIVE SECRETARY (317) 232-2701 BY: IURC - DAVID VELETA, ALJ DATE: 7/13/2021 Published in the Posey County News on July 20, 2021 - hspaxlp 2021-245 STATE OF INDIANA ) ) SS: IN THE POSEY CIRCUIT COURT COUNTY OF POSEY ) IN THE MATTER OF THE ) CAUSE NO. 65C01-2107-EU-000049 ESTATE OF ANTHONY J. DICK, ) DECEASED ) NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION Notice is hereby given that Mary Jane Meissner and Katherine Allbright were on the 9th day of July, 2021 appointed Co-Personal Representatives of the estate of Anthony J. Dick, deceased, who died on May 22, 2021, and was authorized to administer said Estate without court supervision. All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file the claim in the office of the clerk of this court within three (3) months of the first publication of this notice, or within nine (9) months after the decedent’s death, whichever is earlier, or the claims will be forever barred. DATED this 13th day of July, 2021. Kay Kilgore Clerk of the Posey Circuit Court By: Donna Curtis Deputy Clerk Adam J. Farrar #24871-82 VAN HAAFTEN & FARRAR ATTORNEYS AT LAW 204 Main Street P.O. Box 1026 Mt. Vernon, IN 47620 (812) 838-1400 Published in the Posey County News on July 20, July 27, 2021 - hspaxlp

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WMI’s Artifact Under Exam by Melora Adams We have recently catalogued several dolls which are in the artifact collection. One of them is a doll which was owned by Edna Mott. According to the information we have on ﬁle, a red wool dress was made for it by her mother and a jacket was made for it by Josephine Ford. It is not in especially good condition but is still very distinctive and the clothing is recognizable and carefully sewn. This doll’s head and shoulders are made of bisque, a type of ceramic. Within the doll collection there is a doll which belonged to Almah Ford, dressed in clothes made for it by her mother Josephine. The head of this doll is also made of bisque. The clothing is very well made and attractive, despite the fading and damage that has occurred over the years. Edna and Almah were both born in 1888, only ﬁve months apart. They both grew up in New Harmony and attended New Harmony School. They both graduated from New Harmony

High School in 1905. We have records telling us where Almah went to college. She went to

“Indiana State Normal School,” later known as “Indiana State University.” She went on to be a teacher. According to the school records here in the archives, Almah taught elementary grades in New Harmony School for many years. The only record we have of Edna’s college education is a 1909 yearbook from University of Washington, which states that she “Entered from Indiana University.” It appears that Edna and Almah began their college studies at Indiana State Normal School, and then for some reason Edna transferred to

University of Washington and their paths diverged somewhat. In 1910 the census record shows her living in Seattle with her parents and working as a public-school teacher, so she also went on to be a teacher. In 1920, both women were single, working as teachers in public schools, and living with their parents. Edna was living with her parents William and Ella Mott in Los Angeles and Almah was living with her mother Josephine Walz Ford in New Harmony. Their parents, who had never been to college themselves, supported Edna and Almah all the way through their lives. And their mothers sewed clothing for their dolls. Upcoming at the WMI: Farmer’s and Artisan’s Market on Saturday, from 9 a.m. to noon Summer Reading Program on Thursday, at 10:30 a.m. August 6 at 6:30 p.m. “Women and the Typewriter” presented by Taylor Rokicki.

Court News and Legal Advertisements Arrests July 9 Sherman Jordan, Carmi, Ill. - Operating While Intoxicated/Endangerment - PCS Ruth Waller - Interference with Custody - PCS Cindy Bradley - Mount Vernon - Warrant, Operating a Motor Vehicle After Forfeiture of License for Life - PCS James Plimpton - Mount Vernon - OWI - ISP July 10 Stormy Hayhurst Evansville - Possession of Paraphernalia, Possession

of Controlled Substance MVPD Jasmine Drew - Nashville, Tenn. - Possession of Paraphernalia, Possession of Controlled Substance PCS Brian Aros - Altamonte Springs, Fla. - OWI/Endangerment - PCS July 12 Wesley Williams - New Harmony - Warrant, Domestic Battery, Domestic Battery, Interference with the Reporting of a Crime PCS

2021-244 LEGAL NOTICE OF PREHEARING CONFERENCE AND PRELIM NARY HEARING INDIANA UTILITY REGULATORY COMMISSION CAUSE NO. 45580 IN THE MATTER OF THE INDIANA UTILITY REGULATORY COMMISSION’S INVESTIGATION INTO THE OPERATION OF HARBOR TOWN SANITARY SEWER CORP. AND WHETHER ITS CERTIFICATE OF TERRITORIAL AUTHORITY SHOULD BE REVOKED Notice is hereby given that the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission will conduct a public Prehearing Conference and Preliminary Hearing in the abovecaptioned Cause in Room 224 of the PNC Center, 101 W. Washington Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, commencing at 9:30 AM on August 5, 2021. This hearing is open to the public. If an accommodation is required to allow an individual with a disability to participate, please contact the Oﬃce of the Executive Secretary of the IURC at (317) 232-2701 or TDD (317) 232-8556 at least 48 hours in advance. INDIANA UTILITY REGULATORY COMMISSION OFFICE OF THE EXECUTIVE SECRETARY (317) 232-2701 BY: IURC - LORAINE SEYFRIED, ALJ DATE: 7/13/2021 Published in the Posey County News on July 20, 2021 - hspaxlp

July 13 Scott Smith - Newburgh Warrant, Robbery (petition to revoke) - PCS Angel Kaufman - Mount Vernon - Warrant, Maintaining a Common NuisanceControlled Substances, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Public Intoxication, Possession of Paraphernalia, Possession of a Narcotic Drug (motion to forfeit bond) - PCS July 14 Jeremy Melton - Evansville - Driving While Suspended - ISP Truston Waller - Mount Vernon - Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Endangering a Person, Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Operating a Vehicle with a Schedule I or II Controlled Substance or its Metabolite in the Blood, Possession of a Controlled Substance - MVPD Brian Paris - Huntingburg, Aggravated Battery - PCS Samantha Payne - Cynthiana - Intimidation, Domestic Battery, Brandishing a Firearm, Disorderly Conduct - ISP Nathan Messemann -

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CITY OF MOUNT VERNON , IN UNSAFE BUILDING ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITY 520 MAIN STREET MT. VERNON, IN 47620 812-838-5576 William Jason Hancock Daniel H. Hancock Larry Tucker RE: Unsafe Building Notice for the Property located at 315 W. 8th Street Mount Vernon, IN 47620 Parcel #65-27-08-112-061.000-018 This letter is concerning the structure on the above parcel of real estate located in Mt. Vernon, IN. The structure located on the above property has been determined to be an unsafe building. The condition of the building also contributes to blight and decrease in property values in the neighborhood. Attached is a list of violations which exist on this building. This Notice requires that you: 1. bring the structure up to code and correct all violations noted; or 2. remove the structure within 30 days from the date of this letter. If you fail to take the action required above within the specified time period, the City will take further action which will involve a hearing before the Building Hearing Officer. City ordinances and State statutes also provide for fines, costs and liens in the event violations are found to exist. If you have questions, please call me at the number listed above. Sincerely, Sherry Willis Unsafe Building Enforcement Authority cc: City Attorney This instrument was prepared by: Indiana Code 36-2-11-15(d) Sherry Willis I affirm under the penalties of Mt. Vernon Building Commissioner perjury that I have taken reasonable City Hall Annex care to redact each Social Security 520 Main Street number in this document, unless Mt. Vernon, Indiana 47620 required by law. Telephone: (812) 838-5576 Sherry Willis, Building Commissioner 315 W. 8th Street, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620 Violations: Unsafe Building - IN Code 36-7-9-4(a)( 4) A public-nuisance Unsafe Building - IN Code 36-7-9-4(a)(6) Vacant and not maintained in a manner that would allow human habitation Ordinance 2013-13 Local Property Maintenance Code for Exterior Maintenance of Residential and Commercial Buildings (attached) Item #9 General Exterior Condition - The exterior of a structure shall be maintained in good repair, structurally sound and sanitary so not to pose a threat to the public health or, safety, welfare, or be a public nuisance. All exterior walls shall be free from holes, breaks, and loose or rotting materials; and maintained weatherproof and properly surface-coated where required to prevent deterioration. Item# 10 Protective Treatment - All exterior surfaces including, but not limited to doors, door and window frames and trim shall be maintained in good condition. Exterior wood surfaces shall be protected from the elements and decay by painting or other protective covering or treatment. Outside walls and wood around windows shall protected from the elements. Item#13 Roofs and Drainage - The roof and flashing shall be sound and tight and not have defects that admit rain. Roofing shall be installed as designed by its manufacturer. Roof drainage shall be adequate to prevent dampness or deterioration in the walls or interior portion of the structure. Every structure shall have adequate gutters and downspouts in sound condition maintained in good repair to divert normal rainwater from the roof to an available storm sewer or to other areas on the premises, not including a sanitary sewer, where dispersal of water will not adversely affect the foundation of any structure and will not cause a public hazard. If there is no storm sewer available, the downspouts shall terminate above grade with a diverter and splash block to direct water away from the foundation of any structure, and in a manner that will not cause a public hazard. Item #17 Windows and Doorframes - Every window, door and frame shall be kept in sound condition, good repair and weather-tight. All glazing materials shall be maintained free from cracks and holes. Every window, other than a fixed window, shall be easily opened and capable of being held in position by window hardware. Item# 18 Insect Screens - Doors, windows and other outside openings utilized or required for ventilation purposes serving any structure containing habitable rooms, food preparation areas, foot service areas, or any area where products to be included or utilized in food for human consumption are processed, manufactured, packaged, or stored, shall be supplied with tightly fitting screens of not less than sixteen mesh per inch. Published in the Posey County News on July 13, July 20, July 27, 2021 - hspaxlp

NOTICE TO BIDDERS PORT OF INDIANA-MOUNT VERNON FARM LEASE Notice is hereby given that proposals to lease 637.60 acres, more or less, in four (4) parcels at Port of Indiana-Mount Vernon, Posey County, Indiana, will be received at the office of the Port of Indiana-Mount Vernon, 2751 Bluff Road, Mount Vernon, Indiana, until 1:00 P.M., Central Daylight Time, on Thursday August 5, 2021, at which time the proposals will be publicly opened and read aloud in the said office building. Proposals shall be submitted on the proper bid form and delivered in sealed envelopes bearing the name and address of the bidder clearly marked “Farm Lease Bid”. Instructions to Bidders, including the Bid Form, will be available on July 15, 2021 at the port office or you may phone 812-838-4382 to make other arrangements to obtain documents. Mailing Address: Port of Indiana-Mount Vernon, 2751 Bluff Road, Mount Vernon, Indiana, 47620. The successful bidder(s) will be notified the week of September 15, 2021. The effective date of the lease is November 1, 2021. DATED: July 1, 2021 Ports of Indiana Published in the Posey County News on July 20, July 27, 2021 - hspaxlp

Poseyville - Habitual Traffic Violator, Possession of Paraphernalia - PCS Alisha Payne - Cynthiana - Intimidation, Domestic Battery, Criminal Recklessness, Disorderly Conduct - ISP Timmy Burnett - Mount Vernon - Driving While Suspended - PCS Divorces Granted Casey A. Ellis and Kayla Ellis Amanda Disney and Dale Disney Lori Evans and Kenneth Evans Amanda Jo Paul and John Alan Paul Crystal G. Midle and William W. Midle Scott Lane and Tiffany Lane Chris Calderone and Kelsey L. Calderone Tyler-Nicole Gomez and Ryan Gomez Eric R. Jines and Jaimie L. Jines Melissa Shoemaker and Jeffrey Shoemaker Christina Mills and David Mils Kenneth E. Wells and Dorris Wells Martin Koontz and Patricia Koontz Steven A. Moye and Krista M. Moye Erica Polley and Michael Polley Kyle Williams and Andrea Williams Sara Holman and Nicholas Scott Holman Kristina Dell and Michael Givens Shasta G. Carr and Derrick E. Carr Gabrielle N. Slygh and Ethan M. Slygh Rachel Marie Mayes and Joshua Dewayne Mayes Heather Nicole Voegel and Kurt Andrew Voegel

2021-236 BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF POSEY COUNTY, INDIANA C/O POSEY COUNTY AUDITOR’S OFFICE 126 E. THIRD STREET, SUITE 220 MT. VERNON, INDIANA 47620 LEGAL NOTICE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION SERVICES IN CONNECTION WITH THE POSEY COUNTY RURAL BROADBAND PROJECT Notice is hereby given by the Board of Commissioners of Posey County, Indiana (“Posey County”) that it recently entered into Rural Broadband Economic Development Agreement with Mainstream Fiber Networks, LLC (“Mainstream”) to construct and install high speed fiber optic internet service availability for homes and businesses located within Posey County (the “Project”). With regard to the Project, pursuant to this Request for Qualifications (“RFQ”), Posey County seeks sealed written responses from qualified Indiana engineering firms to perform Project management services and Project construction administration services on behalf of Posey County. Posey County intends to enter into a contract with the selected engineering firm to act as the overall Project Manager for Posey County with regard to the Project. In addition to Project management services and Project contract administration services, the selected engineering firm shall be required to provide monthly Project update reports to the Board of Commissioners of Posey County and to the Posey County Council. Posey County will select the engineering firm based on the qualifications and fee structure set forth in the proposals which are submitted in response to this RFQ. Principal criteria for selection are: (1) experience in providing construction management and administration services; (2) demonstrated management competency; and (3) at least three (3) references from any current or former clients. Responses to this RFQ shall be submitted on or before Tuesday, August 3, 2021 at 8:30 a.m. to: Board of Commissioners of Posey County c/o Posey County Auditor’s Office 126 E. Third Street, Room 220 Mt. Vernon, IN 47620 or to: Board of Commissioners of Posey County Hovey House Meeting Room 330 Walnut Street Mt. Vernon, IN 47620 no later than 9:00a.m. on Tuesday, August 3, 2021. It is anticipated that the Board of Commissioners of Posey County will select a qualified engineering firm to provide such requested Project management services and construction administration services at its regularly scheduled County Commissioners’ meeting to be held on August 17, 2021. Dated this 7th day of July, 2021. BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF POSEY COUNTY, INDIANA By Bill Collins, Commissioner President Published in the Posey County News on July 13, July 20, 2021 - hspaxlp

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SIC Choirs, Band Seeking Members After a year of virtual activities and concerts, the Southeastern Illinois College music department is excited to kick off the 2021-22 season with inperson musical events. Music director and SIC Concert Choir director Cory Garmane, SIC Community Chorus director Tim Green, and the new SIC Community Band director Storm Santos are accepting new recruits to join this fall. It is free to participate in the new Community Band, and Santos is planning several concerts for this season. All ages from high school and up are encouraged to participate, and musicians must provide their own instruments. Concert band music will be the main genre, so instrumentals needed are woodwinds, brass, and percussion. Rehearsals will be Thursdays 6-8 p.m. beginning Aug. 19. Private lessons are available for anyone who would like to brush up on their skills, however, musicians should have good knowledge of their instrument to join the band. Garmane says, “I am thrilled that we are able to bring the SIC Community Band back for the 2021/2022 school year. We introduced the band back in fall of 2019 with a great response, but the spring of 2020 caused us to have to cancel it last year. The band offers another way for the people in our communities to join together and make great music. I am also pleased to have Storm Santos back as our band director. He has taken charge of recruiting for this program and is helping with private lessons as well. He is a tremendous asset to our department. I look forward to seeing what this year holds for the music department at SIC!” Concert Choir is primarily for current SIC students, although students are not required to be music majors to participate – anyone interested is welcome, and there is no audition required. The class/ rehearsals are held on Thursdays, 3-5 p.m. starting Aug. 19. Private singing lessons are also available separately for those interested. Garmane says the Concert Choir will sing primarily concert music in a mix of styles and genres. Participants will have a number of performance opportunities including some special collaborative work with other choirs. “This year, the SIC Concert Choir will be joining forces with the John A. Logan Concert Choir

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Sudoku and Crossword Puzzle CLUES ACROSS 1. Fashion accessory 5. Subatomic particle 10. Ethnic group of the Philippines 14. Popular cookie 15. Fabric 16. Alcoholic liquor 17. Peter __, Dutch portrait painter 18. Longtime Chicago mayor 19. A famous ‘Lady’ 20. Islamic calendar month 22. Rocky peak 23. Polio vaccine developer 24. Songs sung in open air 27. Military movements 30. Male parent 31. Beloved hot beverage 32. Female sibling 35. Tackled the QB 37. Set a dog on someone 38. Long live! (Spanish) 39. Porticos 40. Pouch 41. Smooth fabric 42. Enough (archaic) 43. Institute legal proceedings against 44. Scarred 45. Draw from 46. Brother or sister 47. Body part 48. Commercials 49. London soccer team 52. Satisﬁed 55. Surgical technique (abbr.) 56. Fencing sword 60. French industrial city 61. Intellectual property organization (abbr.) 63. Helps to carry food 64. ‘Rule, Britannia’ composer 65. One-time Empress of the Roman Empire 66. Intestinal pouches 67. None better 68. ‘WandaVision’

actress 69. Comedic actress Kathryn CLUES DOWN 1. Fifth notes of major scales 2. Region 3. Your consciousness of your own identity 4. Georgetown athletes 5. They follow A 6. Spoke 7. Hairdressers’ domain 8. Extravagantly theatric 9. End-blown ﬂute 10. Heroic tales 11. Member of a Semitic people 12. Members of a priestly caste 13. Southern Ghana people 21. Counsels 23. Body of water 25. Awesome! 26. Calendar month 27. Native of region in Caucasus 28. Indian city 29. Exclusive

32. Alaskan town 33. Covered with ivy 34. Loose granular substances 36. Native American tribe 37. Written American English 38. Holiday (informal) 40. Add up 41. Small brown and gray rails 43. Get oﬀ your feet 44. Express disgust 46. Surface of the ground 47. Put into a silo 49. Belief 50. British noblemen 51. Tennis game 52. Dry, protective crust 53. Swiss river 54. Large integers 57. La __ Tar Pits, Hollywood 58. Every one of two or more 59. ‘Deadpool’ actor Reynolds 61. Earlier 62. Peter’s last name

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