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Second round of storms makes noise here By Dave Pearce A second round of severe thunderstorms in a matter of days impacted the WFO Paducah forecast area on Friday. Numerous supercells developed over the region and rapidly moved to the east. As opposed to Wednesday morning, the National Weather Service forecast area was the source region for the development of storms that went on to produce significant damaging tornadoes across the Ohio and Tennessee valleys. However, the storms did not de-

Garden Club Meeting The Garden Club of New Harmony will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Saturday, March 10, 2012, beginning at 9 a.m. at Thrall’s Opera House, 612 E. Church St., New Harmony, Ind. Ms. Davie Sue Wallace will present the program on Indiana Native Plant and Wildlife Society. Guests are welcome.

PFD chili supper is set The Poseyville Fire Department will hold a chili supper on Sunday, March 11 from 1-4 at the Poseyville community center. The cost is $5 per person and includes chili, peanut butter sandwich, drink and dessert. Come see the new rescue truck and meet the fire department members. Also help give back to the community by bringing a non-perishable food item for the local food pantry.

part the local area without inflicting more damage upon an already storm weathered community. One of the counties within the WFO Paducah forecast area that received the most damage from Friday’s severe weather outbreak was Posey County. A team of NWS storm assessment surveyors was dispatched to Posey County on Saturday to investigate damage left behind by Friday’s storm. Provided below are their findings: EF2 Tornado - Posey County, IN:

The following is the preliminary damage assessment for the posey county indiana tornado. * Event type.........Ef2 tornado * Event date.........Friday march 2 2012 * Event time.........1237 p.m. cst to 1243 p.m. cst based on radar * Event location.....4.5 Miles west southwest of wadesville to 0.6 Miles east northeast of blairsville * Peak wind..........125 Mph * Avg. Path width....140 Yards * Path length........6 Miles * Injuries...........None * Fatalities.........None

Mount Vernon Relay for Life will host the Second annual, “Lace Up Against Cancer 5K” run/walk at 9 a.m. on March 10, 2012. The race will begin and end at the Mount Vernon Riverfront. Registration cost is $25 after March 1 until race time on March 10. Late registration and early packet pickup will take place at the Mount Vernon Riverfront Pagoda on March 9 from 5-7 p.m and March 10 from 7:30-8:45 a.m. All proceeds benefit Relay for Life. Cookin’ Friends, the cooks from North Elementary School, North Posey High School and South Terrace Elementary are Cookin’ for a Cure, on March 18, 2012 at the North Posey High School Cafeteria. We will be serving Fried Chicken or Baked Boneless Chicken Breast, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Dressing, Green Beans, Slaw or Applesauce, Roll, Homemade Dessert, and Tea, Lemonade, or Milk from 10:30 – 1. Adults are $9 and children are $4.50. Chicken Nuggets and sides will be served for children. Carry-outs are available. All money raised will go to the North Posey Relay for Life.

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Tornado takes a toll in rural Posey County

Cookin’ for a Cure March 18

Mount Vernon 5K Run/Walk

* Damage detail......One wood frame house destroyed southwest of wadesville...With roof completely removed and part of south wall blown off. Resident of home avoided injury by taking shelter in basement after seeing debris in air. This was location of peak intensity of tornado. Eyewitnesses observed a swirling column of debris but not a funnel cloud. Several other homes moderately damaged...With windows blown out and varying degrees of roof damage. Over 100

Volunteers from all around were busy on Sunday morning helping Bud and Vicki Simpson clean up the mess caused when an F2 tornado struck their Springfield Road home on Friday. The Simpsons expressed gratitude to all who helped in any way. Photo by Dave Pearce

By Dave Pearce Bud and Vicki Simpson have, for the most part, lived a quiet life raising their two daughters in the Springfield Road home. That was until this week. Part of a huge line of storms that moved through the central and eastern part of the United States, a tornado was spawned that took the house where the Simpsons lived on Springfield Road near Wadesville. But while the Simpsons are putting the pieces of their lives back together, Vicki knows she and Bud still have much for which to be thankful. On Sunday afternoon, two-and-a-half days after the storm tore through their home, the exhausted couple was making one last trip through what remained of their home as rain began to come down. They headed for their temporary home at the New Harmony Inn. Vicki described the minutes

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Baseball tryouts set St. Wendel Babe Ruth tryouts will be held Monday, March 19, and Tuesday March 20 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. atthe St Wendel Ball Diamond This year St. Wendel will also be offering a Pony Team for 13- to 14-year-olds.For additional info contact Dan Embrey 812-431-2526

Doris Laws and Jackie Bayer, along with Steve MitchFirst United Methodist Pastor, the Rev Tim Ahlemeyer presents a commemorative blanket and Bible to Sara Yeida, mother of Mac Yeida, who was unable to ell as Elvis (not pictured) helped drum up excitement and provided entertainment at the benefit. attend the event due to a fever. Photos by Zach Straw

Posey man sentenced to 15 years before facing local charges

Pictures to be taken Taking appointments (walk ins are welcome it just might go faster if you have an appointment at Wadesville Christian Church. Get your children (grandchildren too) pictures the Posey County News. It is free. Thompson’s Photographic has been coming to the area for over 25 years. No high pressure sales pitch. Call for more details and appt. times @ 453-3019 or 963-3019. Please pass this info along to your friends and family (anyone with kids or grandkids).

Fundraiser for blind set There is a soup supper again at the New Harmony Nazarene church to benefit local blind children. The group is raising money to help the families attend the National Federation of the Blind Convention this summer. It is from 5-7 on Saturday, March 10.

St. Matthew Auction set The St. Matthew annual auction will be held March 10, 2012! The group is really excited about the Las Vegas theme and all of the fun things we have in store for this year’s aucton.

McNamony

By Dave Pearce It will be a while before a rural Posey County man will face charges of attempted murder, aggravated battery, battery resulting in serious bodily injury and resisting law enforcement. According to information

from the Evansville Courier and Press, Brandon McNamony, 25, of rural Posey County, has pleaded guilty in Calloway County, Ky., to first-degree criminal abuse and first-degree unlawful imprisonment for an Aug. 31, 2010, attack on a Murray, Ky., woman.

years on the criminal abuse charge and five years for unlawful imprisonment. He also ruled the $100,000 cash bail posted by McManomy’s parents should be forfeited because McManomy violated the

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MVHS’s ‘Ring of Fire’ an Indiana High School first Special to the News The Mount Vernon Senior High School Music Theatre will be the first high school in Indiana, and only the fifth nationally, to perform the Johnny Cash musical “Ring of Fire”. Dana Taylor, Music Director, recalls first hearing of the show while talking with a colleague at the International Thespian Festival, “she had just finished a run of the production and praised the show and how it had connected with her community and students.” As it turns out, theirs was the first high school anywhere to attempt the show and the story of its success planted a seed of interest. “We have done shows over the years that have been either popular with students, popular with audiences and occasionally, lesser known shows that have artistic merit but are out of the mainstream of more typical productions like “Beauty and the Beast”, “Anything Goes” or “The King and I”. “Ring of Fire” falls into

the second category in as much as the students had never heard of it, didn’t know what to expect and were not immediately interested in the show. The community however provided a very positive response when told about the show. In turn, the students have become very dedicated to the production and are anticipating audiences who will be thoroughly engaged in the show’s music and story. To answer the most common question, “who plays Johnny Cash?”, the answer is, no one. All of the actors, at any moment, may be speaking his words or singing his songs but no one person is identified as Cash. For the most part, the actors are telling the story of Cash’s life through his music. “It is surprisingly autobiographical”, says Taylor, “the Mount Vernon High School will be presenting their Spring musical arc of the story is supported by the Ring of Fire, the story of Johnny Cash as told through his songs. Picsongs more than the script’s limited tured during one of their final rehearsals are Michelle Huff, Bradleigh dialogue”. “Through the songs, we Redman, Taylor Burden, Melanie Davis, and Michelle Walker. The will be presented Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Continued on Page A10 show each evening in the Performing Arts Center. Photo by David Koch

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McNamony was enrolled at Murray State University when the criminal acts on the Murray, Ky., woman were committed. Calloway Circuit Judge Dennis Foust sentenced McManomy last week to serve consecutive sentences of 10

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OBITUARIES Mary A. Cox Mary A. Cox, 89, died at her residence near New Harmony. Mary is survived by her daughter Debbie Cox and her son Jim Cox both of New Harmony, Ind. Mary loved working in the yard, singing and playing the piano, cooking, dancing to big band music, being around her friends, going to University of Evansville menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s basketball games and most of all, she loved her family. She had a positive outlook on life. She retired from the New Harmony Town Clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office. Mary was a member of Johnson United Methodist Church, a former member of Tri Kappa, Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Home Economics Club, Eastern Star and was a past Sunday school teacher. Mary was preceded in death by her husband James W. Cox in 1986, her parents, Jacob and Agnes (Perry) Effinger, her brother Paul, sister-in-law Betty and niece Marilyn. Funeral services will be Tuesday, March 6, 2012, at Johnson United Methodist Church in New Harmony at 10 a.m. with burial in Maple Hill Cemetery. Friends visited with the family at Werry Funeral Home-New Harmony Chapel on Monday, March 5, 2012, from 4 until 8 p.m. and Tuesday from 9 a.m. until service time at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Johnson United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 515, New Harmony, Ind. 47631 or to Maple Hill Cemetery, P.O. Box 340, New Harmony, IN 47631.

Barbara K. Hart Barbara K. Hart, age 50 of Mount Vernon, died Wednesday February 29, 2012 at Deaconess Hospital. She was born September 5, 1961 in Evansville, the daughter of Charles W. and Violet (Brown) Hart. Barbara had worked as a cashier at Hardeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Tolers and most recently, the Mount Vernon Shell station. She had attended Calvary Baptist Church. She is survived by one brother and sister-in-law, Charles and Margie Hart of Mount Vernon; one sister and brother-in-law, Janet and Joseph Walker of Mount Vernon; 2 nieces, Elizabeth Walker and Kristina Hart; 1 nephew, Keith Hart, Jr. She was preceded in death by her parents, 1 brother, Keith Hart, Sr., 1 sister, Bonnie Hart, and a niece Lisa Lynn Hart. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. on Saturday March 3, 2012 at the Stendeback Family Funeral Home at 1330 E. 4th St., Mount Vernon, IN Burial followed in Bellefontaine Cemetery. Visitation was held from 4-8 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at austinfuneralhome.com

Ernest Dale Pope Ernest Dale â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tadpoleâ&#x20AC;? Pope, 75, passed away Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at Mount Vernon Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born on December 31, 1936, in Bartholomew County, Ind. to Herbert and Florence (Wood) Pope. Dale retired as a over the road truck driver in 1997. He had worked for Transport Associates, Bradleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trucking, and Warehouse Services Incorporated. Dale was a former member of the Elks Lodge and the Moose Lodge. He was preceded in death by his parents; son in law, Dru King; brothers, Floyd, Allen, and Thomas. Dale is survived by his wife of over 55 years, Dorothy (Dinn) Pope; sons, Jeff Pope (Sabra) of Mount Vernon, Jim Pope of Evansville; daughters, Lisa King of Mount Vernon, Trela Hollis (Rich) of Alsip, Ill.; sister, Helen Meyers of Edinburg, Ind.; eight grandchildren; two great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Funeral service were held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 3, 2012, at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main St. in Mount Vernon, IN, with burial to follow in St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cemetery at Caborn. Visitation was held from 4 until 7 p.m. on Friday, March 2, 2012, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the family to defray expenses. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com

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Charles F. Scherer Charles F. Scherer Sr., 89, passed away Thursday, March 1, 2012 at The Terrace at Solarbron. He was born on September 4, 1922 in Posey County, Ind. to Fred and Dora (Thienes) Scherer. Charlie was a longtime Posey County farmer and â&#x20AC;&#x153;tiller of the soil.â&#x20AC;? He was proud of his flowers and vegetables and was always looking for a new variety. Charlie attended Mt. Vernon High School. He was a member of First United Methodist Church for over 65 years, where he had served as past Trustee. Charlie was a charter member of Western Hills Country Club. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his parents; son in law, James Johnston. Charlie leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of 65 years, Ruth (Curtis) Scherer; son, Charles Jr. (Bonnie) Scherer of Palmer, Alaska; daughter, Evelyn Johnston of Evansville, Ind.; granddaughters, Sarah (Keith) Kirkland, Emily Johnston, Julie (Matt) Burgher; great grandchildren, Tyler, Hailey, and Ashley Kirkland; sisters, Pauline Anderson of Tell City and Geraldine Oeth of Evansville, Ind. Funeral service were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 3, 2012 at First United Methodist Church, 601 Main St. in Mount Vernon, IN with Rev. Tim Ahlemeyer officiating with burial to follow in Bellefontaine Cemetery. Visitation was held from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 3, 2012 at church. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made First United Methodist Church. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com

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RETROSPECT Pages of the Past

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March 5, 2002 Robert and Carolyn Garris of Poseyville plan to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Saturday. March 23, 2002, with an open house to be held at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Poseyville from 2 to 4 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend. Garris and the former Carolyn Freeman were united in marriage on March 22, 1952 in Poseyville. New Harmonie Healthcare residents (L-R) Nellie Cole, Marcella Craft and Nina A senior on the North Fifer collected a record number of supplies for the Posey County Humane Society at Posey basketball team, New Harmonie Healthcare Center. Photo submitted Michael Travers scored 13 points in the Vikings’ Class 2A North KNow sectional game against Eastern Greene.

March 4, 1987 To Nancy Davis, second teacher at South Terrace, “Teaching is a very rewarding career. Each child is so different and thier demands must be met. It;s so great to see a child who has struggled to sound out a word suddenly light up when he finally masters the task. Teaching is never boring because each child presents a new challenge. The personality of each child makes teaching full of suprises.” All the years of unselfish, hard work finally paid off for Kristie Talley when she became North Posey’s alltime scoring leader.

50 YEARS AGO, March 2, 1962 Mr. and Mrs. Edward Donner of near Wadesville are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Martha Ann to Paul Ziegler, son of Mr. and Mrs. John Ziegler of Mount Vernon. Miss Donner is a 1955 graduate of Wadesville High School. She took courses at Evasnville College and Lockyear’s Business College and is employeed in the S.I.G.&.E Co. Office in Mt. Vernon. Mr. Ziegler is a mechanic at Breeze Garage in Mt. Vernon. Trustee Harold Krietentein Wednesday named Robb township assessors for the approaching assessment. Authur Reynolds and Mrs. Erette Evans.

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Yard Waste Drop off Sites are now open The Mount Vernon and Poseyville Yard Waste Drop-off Sites are now open. The Mt. Vernon Site is open on Saturdays and Wednesdays from 8 a.m. utnil 4 p.m. and on Sundays from noon until 4 p.m. The Poseyville Site is open on Wednesdays from 8 a.m until 4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 12:30 until 4:30. For more information, contact the Posey County Solid Waste District at 838-1613. Follow us on facebook at Posey County (IN) Solid Waste Distict.

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There will be a Wadesville Farmers Market organizational meeting held on Monday, March 19th at 6:00 pm at the Wadesville Firehouse. Anyone with an interest in either participating in the market this summer as a vendor or a volunteer is welcome to attend. After the success of the first year with the market last year, we are looking forward to an even bigger and better market this year. Although area gardens got off to a slow start last year, we look forward to focusing on bringing in a lot of local produce for the community to purchase. Thanks to the

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Marjorie Burkhart has been a resident at The Ford Home since July 2010. She is a native of the Bufkin/ Mount Vernon, Indiana area, and a life-long member of the Mount Pleasant General Baptist Church where she inspired the congregation with her musical talent for more than 50 years. She has a servant’s heart and continues to play the piano for Sunday afternoon worship service at The Ford Home. Margie is the proud mother of Larry Burkhart (wife Sharon) of Mount Vernon and Ron Burkhart (wife Rose) of Greer, South Carolina. She’s 96 years old but you would never believe it to meet her. She keeps active with regular exercise class, scrabble & word search puzzles, and bingo. She’s an avid Cardinals fan and enjoys a good college football or basketball game now and then. Photo by Zach Straw

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Wenderoth family, we will once again be located at the empty lot across from the Wadesville Subway. The meeting is being held to go over the rules and regulations of a farmers market, as well as to recruit potential vendors and discuss any needed changes to the market. For more information, including a vendor registration form and market rules for the Farmers Market, visit the Purdue Extension website at: www.extension.purdue.edu/posey (see “Local Links”). If you have any questions, contact Carla Schenk at: (812) 3054449 or at carlaschenk@ hotmail.com. We are also on Facebook under the name of “Wadesville Farmers Market”.

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$100 from the total associated with each event). 2. To calculate your total for the year, add up the losses (after the $100 adjustments) from each event and subtract 10 percent of your adjusted gross income from that number. The result is your allowable losses for the year. 6. Pay for that 2010 Roth IRA conversion. Did you convert a traditional IRA to a Roth IRA in 2010? If so, you had an option to split the income and report half on your 2011 tax return and half on your 2012 tax returns. If you elected to do

Featured Animals of The Posey County Humane Society

Above: Sassy is a brown tabby female. She has med hair and is approx 9 months old. Left: Winker is a tortoiseshell female. She has short hair and is approx 8 months old. Call The Posey Humane Society at 838-3211 to arrange a time to look at your future pet. General public hours are Friday noon - 6:00 pm and Saturday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm.

so, it's time to make that first payment. 7. If you use a tax preparer, choose carefully. New regulations require paid tax preparers to have a Preparer Tax Identification Number. Before hiring someone to do your taxes, make sure he or she has one. Part 1 was in the February 28 edition of the Posey County News.

Happy Birthday March 6 - Jared S. Turney, Carol Ann Mcintire, Jackie Sue Burnett, Samuel Grimes, Volker Korger, Martha Hornback, Brian Laws, Jeff Hofman, Phil Williams, Matt Mills and Camryn Lansdell. March 7 - John Lang, Ralph W. Becher, Patrick Seibert, Kyle Hon and Kenny Kuebler. March 8 - Ed Paris, Casey Trela, Asher Storms and Alicia Barrickman. March 9 - Anne Louise Tepool, Ellen Wade and Bill Shelby, Polly Certain March 10 - Cassandra Ambrose, Mortimer Glover, Beverly Fussner, Michael Burns, Evan Wasson, Jeff Williams, Don Schoultz and Jim Montgomery, Bonnie Hyatt March 11 - Benny Curtis, Alyssa Reyes, Sabrina Parnell and Dalton Crocker. March 12 - Corey Hobbs, and Madison Worman, Ashley Nichole Counts, Patty Scruggs, James Stevens, “Dink” Haggard and Angela Hart If you have a name to be included in the birthday calendar, please send to: Posey County News, P.O. Box 397, New Harmony, IN 47631 or email: news1@ poseycountynews.com

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COMMUNITY American Legion Auxillary News The American Legion Auxillary met at the post home Wenesday, Feb. 22 with eleven memebers present. First Vice Linda Sharber called the meeting to order and gave the opening prayer. Secretary Leacca Wilson gave roll call and read the minutes from January meeting, they were approved as read. Treasurer Mary Ann McGennis gave treasurers re-

port. Secretary Leacca read ‘thank you’s’ from USAG Brussels for the coupons sent and Mount Vernon Nursing & Rehab for the fruit baskets that were sent to the veterans at Christmas. Linda Sharber gave report on membership at 401 paid members which is 98% Motion made by Leacca Wilson and second by Dorthy Waiker to pay bills.

Historic New Harmony Happenings You are invited to drop by the Atheneum Thursday, March 15, to help Historic New Harmony kick off the 2012 tour season. Staff will be hosting an open house from 1-5 p.m. Although guided walking tours are always available upon request, regularly

scheduled daily tours begin March 15 as the weather starts to brighten and warm. These tours are offered each day at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., and include an orientation film, Atheneum exhibits, and access to numerous historic sites. Refreshments will be served at the open house and

By Leacca Wilson District meeting that was held at the Otis Stone Post in Evansville was reported by Linda Sharber. The Legion Birthday Dinner and Dance will be March 17 (St. Patrick’s Day) at 6 p.m. Closing prayer was given by Sue Schroder Dues allowance won by Jennie Witt. Next meeting is March 28 at 7 p.m.

By Missy Parkinson interpreters will be on hand to tell you more about what visitors to New Harmony can look forward to on a tour this The soon-to-be tornado forming just behind the Posey County News office in New year. Please set aside some time to welcome Spring 2012 Harmony. Taken from Southern Ride BBQ by owner Travis Durbin. with us. Mention this article and receive 25% off an item in the Friends of Harmonie State have projects underway and it. The meeting is Tuesday Museum Shop. Park group will be meeting would like to do more so we March 6 at 6 p.m. in New at 6 p.m. in New Harmony need all the help we can get. Harmony at the Atheneum ( at the Atheneum. Feel free We are currently working on visitors center) for more into bring others with you and playground improvements, formation visit our website At left: The Oscar May- get involved in a great group bluebird houses and the big at friendsofharmonie.org er Weinermobile recently hat supports the park. We oak tree preservation exhib- and like us on Facebook. made a visit to St. Wendel, Lauren and Caileigh are both representatives of Oscar Mayer, the Company. The gentlemen in the hot Women can choose their costs $185. en who have never tried these dog suit is Oscar Mayer The program is designed activities, but have hoped for from St. Wendel. Photo own adventure at an outdoor sports workshop with courses for women to learn outdoor an opportunity to learn; who submitted ranging from shotgun shoot- skills in a relaxed, low-pres- have tried them but are begining to fly-fishing. sure environment. Partici- ners hoping to improve; or The 17th annual Becoming pants will choose four activi- who know how to do some of an Outdoors-Woman is May ties from among 27 offerings, the activities, but would like 4-6 at Ross Camp in West including archery, survival to try new ones. Lafayette. The workshop is 101, orienteering, and learnWomen who enjoy the caopen to women ages 18 and ing to hunt small game. maraderie of like-minded inolder and limited to 100 parNew for 2012 are classes dividuals and who seek time ticipants. on muzzleloading and driving away to reconnect with nature Registration begins March with a trailer. are also prime candidates for 1 at Indiana BOW.com and The workshop is for wom- BOW.

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At right: Over the years Julia Coulter has amassed an impressive collection of Oscar Mayer Wienermobile images, clothing, memorabilia and models. Coulter’s enthusiasm, and the fact she had a neighbor named Oscar Mayer, wowed the Wienermobile team enough to schedule a personal visit to her home on Friday. Pictured is Tim, Alex, Julia and Sam Coulter. Photo submitted

Neighbor to Neighbor applications now being accepted The Community Emergency Assistance Board of Posey County is now accepting applications for the spring 2012 Neighbor to Neighbor program, a faithbased, 14-lesson course, which helps individuals take concrete steps to improve their lives. NTN is a class for working and employable adults, with an emphasis on developing skills that result in obtaining independence through employment. For this reason, individuals on a fixed income, such as disability or social security, are not eligible for the program. NTN emphasizes employ-

ment as the only reliable manner in which to gain financial security. All employed, under-employed or employable adults who are residents of Posey County may apply for the course. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will receive a $400 incentive paid towards an existing debt. Child care is also provided free of charge for those selected to participate in the program. The spring session will be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from April 10 to May 24. Application forms may be obtained at

APL News Baby/Toddler Storytimes Registration for the spring session is now in progress. You may choose to register for the Monday or Tuesday storytimes. There will be a Baby/Toddler session on Mondays at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. as well as at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday. This program is for children ages Birth to 36 months, and their caregivers. Activities include rhymes, music, and movement along with tips on promoting literacy with very young children. 3-5 Year Olds Storytimes Registration for the spring session is now in progress for the 10:30 a.m. Monday or Tuesday storytime sessions for 3 - 5 year olds. Activities include stories, crafts, music

any Posey County Trustee’s office or at Family Matters. Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview, which will be held at First United Methodist Church the week of March 26. Those applicants accepted into the program will be notified the week of April 2. Sponsored by the Community Emergency Assistance Board, the Neighbor to Neighbor program has been offered in Posey County since 2007 and receives the generous support of St. Vincent DePaul, United Way of Posey County, SABIC, Cargill and McKim’s IGA.

By Stanley Campbell and much more. Parents are welcome to either participate with their child, or can use the time to browse the library for their own interests. Laughs And Crafts Club Registration for the spring session of the Laughs and Crafts Club is now in progress. This program is for kids in Kindergarten and up! The club will be meeting Thursdays after school at 3:45 p.m. Easter Wreath This should be a fun filled craft for everyone. On March 6, you’re choice of either at 10 a.m. or 6 p.m., Hop in and learn how to make a wreath with Julie Wilson. We will be working with grapevine wreaths. You will learn how to display the flowers and make a bow. You can keep what you make. All supplies will be provided unless you want to bring your own. This program is for those 18 or old. Registration Required. Getting Started With eBooks Learn how to download eBooks and audiobooks with our new Over Drive product at the Alexandrian Public Library on March 8 and 13 at your choice of times: 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. You may bring your e-reader if you have one. No registration needed. Scrabble Tile Pendant On March 12 at 3:30 p.m. we will be making pendants made from scrabble tiles. You can learn how to make your own. Registration is required. This program is for those in grades 6 - 12 only. Friends of the APL Meeting We will be meeting on

March 12 at 6:30 p.m. This will be when we finalize details for our April book sale so we hope you will attend. See you there. Lego Club We will be holding our monthly meeting on March 13 at 3:30 p.m. This is a monthly club for anyone age 6 and older who loves working with Legos. Each meeting we will be building things from Legos. Registration is required. Special Needs Storytime We would love for you to come to this storytime on March 13 at 6:00 p.m. We will make a rainbow, sing action songs about colors, do fun activities with color and hear the story, Duckie’s Rainbow. This is a monthly event for children ages 3 and up with autism and other special needs, and their caregivers. Springtime Banner Class On March 14 at your choice of either 10 a.m. or 6 p.m. you will have an opportunity to learn how to make banners. Here’s a fun way to add a touch of Spring to your home when you have a bit of Spring fever! Carrie Robb will teach attendees the art of making their own hanging banner for spring or Easter. No registration needed. Supplies will be provided. Art Show Entries If you have not already done so, please pick up your entries from the February Art Show. Need to Register You can register for any program by calling the library at 838-3286 or visit our website at www.apl.lib.in.us.

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SOCIAL/COMMUNITY

Emma Leigh Arrieta Mellody and Marty Arrieta are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Emma Leigh, born Jan. 24, 2012. Emma weighed 5 lbs., 14 oz. and was 18 in. long.

PCPP Spring Craft Fair set for March 31 Tylan Nelson and Blair Eason Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Nelson of Mount Vernon are excited to announce the engagement of their son, Tylan, to Blair A. Eason, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Eason of Virginia Beach, Va. Blair is a loyal supporter of her Alma Mater, Virginia Tech, where she received a BS in Marketing. She loves her work as a Senior Sales Rep. for Takeda Pharmaceuticals. Tylan graduated from Mount Vernon High in 1992, received a BS in Chemical Engineering in 1997 at Purdue, and earned a MS in Counseling from Regent University in 2010. Jeffrey Platz and Carol Weber He enjoys his work as an engineer with Canon. Mr. and Mrs. William F. Platz of Mount Vernon, Ind. anA May 2012 wedding is planned. For all who might want nounce the engagement of their son, Jeffrey Michael Platz, to send a congratulation note, Ty’s address is, 716 Spence to Carol Ann Weber, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George F.W. Circle Virginia Beach, Va 23462. Weber III of South Bend, Ind. The future bride received a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Notre Dame and a Masters in AccountAn informal gathering of scrapbooking friends are planing degree from Indiana University. She is employed as a CPA ning a scrapbooking day on Saturday, March 17. The session at ExactTarget, Inc. in Indianapolis, Ind.. The future groom is a 2000 graduate of Mount Vernon High will be held from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. at St. Paul’s United MethSchool and received a Bachelor of Science Degree from In- odist Church in Poseyville. We are asking for participants to diana University. He is employed as a CPA at KPMG in In- bring a 2-litre pop of your choice and $10 to help cover the cost of pizza and snacks. Please RSVP by March 14 to Kim dianapolis, Ind. Epley at 575-9492 or Valerie Werkmeister at 499-4917. A June 2012 wedding is planned in South Bend, Ind.

Scrapbooking day planned for March 17

Posey County Community Corrections program a success story By Valerie Werkmeister Posey County Commissioners heard a success story in regards to the Posey County Community Corrections program, at least in terms of dollars saved. Scott Smith, director of the program, gave an annual report to the commissioners citing various statistics. According to Smith, they administer five types of programming: electronic monitoring, work release, day reporting, community service and pre-trial supervision. He stated these programs combined with case plans, contact with the clients and treatment programs helps to ensure each participants’ success. Smith stated 94 percent of the clients will not re-offend within a year of program completion. Eighty-five percent will continue their good behavior and not re-offend within two years of program completion. The average costs of pauper attorney fees for misdemeanors from 2007-2010 was $282.95 while the average cost for felonies during the same time period was

$653.20. Smith noted that for every person who successfully completes the program the county could save up to $979.80. In all, the Department of Corrections has saved a total of $659,515 from participants in Posey County’s program. Jack Waldroup, United Consulting Representative, addressed the commissioners in regards to the Federal Bridge Inventory that was found to be out of compliance in June 2010. His company has completed the first phase of bringing the county back into compliance based on new federal standards. He is preparing for the second phase to begin at a cost of $22,540. Waldroup presented an agreement for the commissioner’s approval. Once the agreement is signed, it must be sent on county letterhead to the Indiana Department of Transportation Vincennes Office. The attorney will review the document before the agreement is signed. In other business, the commissioners: • Tabled the SRI discus-

fair, there will also be a car cruise in. There will be a selection of food, a silent auction, Kinderschule Preschoolers will be performing Easter songs, the Easter Bunny will be available for pictures and much more. Vendors are still being accepted for this event. Please contact Cathy Powers at 812-963-3890.

Arts in Harmony application deadline due by March 15 Artists and craftpeople looking to sell their original works at the upcoming “Arts in Harmony” Festival have until March 15 to submit applications. The “Arts in Harmony” Festival, scheduled for May 5th & 6th and sponsored by the New Harmony Business Associates, is fast becoming the premier TriState open-air festival for those who enjoy and collect fine art and crafts. The 2012 event will take place in downtown New Harmony, rain or shine. The application, additional information and instructions for those interested in exhibiting and selling their works is available at the New Harmony Business Associates web site, http://www.newharmony.biz/sponsored_events. php#fc5.

This year's festival will include artists and craftpeople of both regional and national renown who work in a variety of media, including 2-D, 3-D, painting, glass, sculpture, textile, pottery, metal, wood, and jewelry. All of the works exhibited and sold are original and handmade. The artists will be present to talk about their artwork and demonstrate their skills. Samples or photos of the artist's and craftpeople’s work must be submitted at time of application. Works produced from kits, commercial molds, or other commercially fabricated forms will not be allowed. “Arts in Harmony” finalists are selected based on originality, creativity and craftsmanship and will be announced the week of April 1.

sion regarding the pro- (GIS) and Posey County. posed tax sale on properties This is supported through throughout the county due to the state and is no cost to the Commissioner Jim Alsop’s county. absence at the meeting. • Approved an agree• Approved Alan Schel- ment addendum from WTH horn’s request to take over Technology WFS Site Hostthe roads in Lakeland Ridge ing at a cost of $1,500. The Subdivision I and II, with the agreement is paid through a exception of Red Lake Drive $2,000 grant. The remaining from the intersection with $500 is to be spent on GIS Tahoe Drive to the east end. related items. • Accepted the $2,400 bid The next commissioner from Wabash Valley Tree meeting will be held on Service to trim the court- Tuesday, March 6, at 9 a.m. house trees. in the Hovey House. • Appointed Nancy Hoehn for one year, as the elected official to serve on the ADA Compliance Committee. • Appointed Debra Yates to the maintenance crew for one year. • Noted that individuals are still needed to fill appointed positions on the Workforce Investment Board and the Wadesville-Blairsville Regional Sewer District. • Approved Vic Grisham’s request to take over Green Meadow Ct. in Wadesville. • Approved the Data Exchange Agreement between the Indiana Office of TechL to R : Joyce and Jim Middleton, Sue and Joe Corne, Don and Betty White recently nology, Geographical Infor- dined at the Red Wagon Restaurant in Poseyville. Photo submitted mation Systems Divisions

North Posey Relay fundraisers for March and April

THANK YOU... There are no words to say “thanks” to the many who made the celebration of Ivan’s life “so awesome” and we will always remember! He never saw a stranger and they have all remembered him; he would be so proud. Thanks for the many cards, good food and the donations to the N.H Fire Department and the Ribyere Gym Restoration Group. Ivan loved his family and the Town of New Harmony, and he always said he lived in “The Garden Spot of the World.” On Saturday, March 3rd, there will be another Red Cross blood drive from 9am till 12 noon at the Ribyere Gym in New Harmony, again in celebration of Ivan’s life. They had 38 units in December, but have promised they will have more supplies this time, and hopefully that number will be higher. ROSEMARY AND ALL THE ALSOP FAMILY

Plans continue for this year’s North Posey Relay for Life event set for June 9-10. “Seasons of Hope” has been chosen as the official theme. It doesn’t matter what the season is, cancer can affect anyone at any time. Teams should use the theme to construct design decorations for their tent or area at the relay event in June. Several teams are busy with fundraising plans and the community is encouraged to support as many

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as possible. Candy bars, paper feet and buckets to donate quarters for the “Got a Quarter, Give a Quarter” campaign are in various businesses. The Viking Wrestling Relay for Life team is sponsoring four Zumba dance classes for the public at each North Posey School. The first Zumba class will be held on Tuesday, February 28, at North Posey High School from 7p.m. – 8 p.m. It will cost $3 for students and $5 for adults to attend. T-shirts will also be for sale for $10. Other dates are as follows: March 13 – North Posey Jr. High, April 3 – South Terrace, May 15 – North Elementary. The Cookin’ Friends team, consisting of cooks from each of the North Posey schools, are planning their annual fried chicken dinner for Sunday, March 18, from 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the high school. There will be a choice of fried or baked boneless chicken breast. The cost is $9 for adults and $4.50 for children. Carry-outs will be available. The Poseyville Dollar General Relay for Life team will hold several bake sales from 9 a.m. to noon. They have set aside March 10 and 24, April 7 and 21, May 5 and 19 and June 2, 16 and 30, to hold their fundraising sales.

Also in March, the Schmitt Family is hosting a couple of restaurant fundraisers. The first will be on March 12, at the Hacienda on First Avenue in Evansville. The second will be at Buffalo Wild Wings west side location on March 21. Patrons must turn in the fundraising ticket when paying for their meal the business will donate 10 percent of the proceeds to the Schmitt Family Relay for Life team. Tickets can be obtained from any Relay for Life Committee member or team captain. Suggestions for the courage award winner are being taken. The courage award is given to an individual who is a Posey County resident currently battling cancer. Suggestions can be submitted with a letter of explanation on why that person should receive the award. The annual Relay for Life card party is slated for April 12, at St. Francis Cafeteria in Poseyville. Mark your calendars now for this wellattended annual event. There is always room for more teams at North Posey’s event. Teams can be registered online at: www. relayforlife.org/northposeyin. For more information on registering your team, contact Judy Baehl at 5683988, Valerie Werkmeister at 499-4917 or Susan Weatherholt at 455-5406.

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CHURCH Lace Up Against Cancer event takes place March 10 By Pam Robinson The 2nd Annual Lace Up Against Cancer 5K event will take place, rain or shine, this Saturday, March 10, 9 a.m., starting at the Mount Vernon Riverfront Pagoda. Registration is only $25 for walkers and runners. The first 150 entrants are guaranteed long-sleeved t-shirts. Brittaney Johnson, Administrative Director of the Posey County Chamber of Commerce, has organized the event with the help of the Mount Vernon Relay for Life Committee and additional volunteers. All proceeds will benefit this year’s Mount Vernon Relay for Life, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, June 1 and 2, 2012. Registration forms for the 5K event may be picked up at the Chamber of Commerce office, 915 East Fourth Street in Mount Vernon, or received through email when you get in touch with Brittaney Johnson at BJohnson@ccswin.com. Early packet pick-up is this Friday, March 9, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Mount Vernon Riverfront Pa-

Seeds of the Sower There was a man in a mental institution who was a brakeman on a freight train. One cold night his train stopped, but he didn’t go out and swing his lantern as a warning. Another train came along and hit the train. Three men where killed. He escaped, but his mistake made him go insane. He cries constantly, “If only

goda. Race day registration is available at the same location, from 7 to 8:30 a.m. Members of YoungLife and the Key Club of Mount Vernon High School will be on hand at the Lace Up Against Cancer to provide refreshments and encouragement to runners and walkers all along the 5K route. The Mount Vernon City Police Department will supply the lead vehicle and the Mount Vernon City Fire Department will round everyone up in the trail vehicle. The company, To the Finish, LLC, will be timing the race. Trophies will be awarded for overall male and female participants with medals presented to 2nd and 3rd place male and female participants. Sponsors for the 5K event include Posey County Sheriff Greg Oeth and his wife Melody, Mount Vernon Fitness Club, McKim’s IGA, Wannemuehler Oil Inc., Ace Hardware, McDonald’s, Schneider Funeral Home, Price Excavating and the Priddis Family in memory of Maria Priddis.

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I had.” A king sinned. His shameful deeds haunted him day and night. He said, “I will confess them to the Lord.” Then he testified, “You forgave me. All my guilt is gone.” Care to be free from your guilt and grief? Confess your sins to God, won’t you?

Phyllis Ries and Catherin Carr work the admission booth at the Mac Yeida Benefit. Photo by Zach Straw

Fr. Erbacher celebrates his Fortieth Anniversary to the priesthood Fr. Joseph F. Erbacher, (known better as Fr. Effie), will be observing his 40th Ordination Anniversary to the Priesthood; he was ordained on March 25, 1972, at St. Benedict Church in Evansville by Bishop Francis R. Shea. He was born July 18, 1945, his parents are John F. and Evelyn Jo (Wiggins) Erbacher; his home parish was St. Francis Xavier in Poseyville. Father owes his vocation to Fr. Alfred W. Niehaus, who was the pastor of St. Francis, and who encouraged, and supported Fr. Erbacher all throughout his seminary days. Father began his seminary education at St. Meinrad High School Seminary in 1958, and the subsequent schools of Rex Mundi High School (Evansville), St. Mary’s College (St. Mary, Kentucky), Notre Dame Seminary (New Orleans, Louisiana) and The Pontifical

College Josephinum (Columbus, Ohio). With gratefulness to former Bishops Grimmelsman, Leibold, and Shea, Father was in the seminary during the years that these three Bishops were the Bishop of Evansville, and in 1972 Bishop Shea ordained Fr. Erbacher . During his 40 years as a priest, Father has served in 18 parishes of The Diocese; first assignment was Holy Rosary in Evansville, and his present assignment since 2004 as Pastor of the Martin County Catholic Churches, St. John (Loogootee), St. Martin (Whitfield), St. Joseph (Bramble), St. Mary (Shoals), and St. Mary Chapel, (Barr Twp). During his early years as a priest, Fr. Erbacher credits Msgr. Carl Shetler for

Lent Worship Services begin Wednesday Lent Worship Services begin 7 p.m. this Wednesday and every Wednesday in March, at Our Savior Lutheran Curch, 1102 Jill St., right behind CVS Pharmacy, in Carmi. Also, the Food Pantry will be

open from 9 a.m.-Noon on Tuesday, Feb 28 March 15 and 27, as well as after each worship service. We hope you will join us. For more information, contact Pastor Spooner at (618) 384-5291.

St. Peter’s UMC Flea Market April 21 Nancy Case worked the Bridges of Hope Store during the benefit. Bridges of Hope is located in the Mount Vernon First United Methodist Church and sells free trade items, with profits going to the mission field. Photo by Zach Straw

St. Peter's United Methodist Church, 2800 St. Phillips Road, will have their annual Flea Market, Rummage Sale and Bake Sale on Saturday, April 21, 2011 from 8 a.m. until 2

p.m. in their Community Center. Lots of items and food will be also be available. If you would like booth information for this event, please call 812-9855143.

guiding and directing him how to be a “Pastor”. Father continues as The Pastor of “The MCCC”

to serve under them. And to all parishioners of the 18 parishes I have served in my 40 years, I am most appreciative to all of you for your goodness and respect you have given me.” Each individual parish of “The MCCC” has scheduled a reception for Fr. Erbacher to celebrate his 40th Anniversary. St. Mary, Shoals, held theirs on March 4, St. Martin, Whitfield will hold their celebration on Saturday, March 10 after 4:30 p.m. Mass, St. Joseph, Bramble will celebrate Fr. Joseph F. Erbacher with Fr.Erbacher on March 18 afand will remain so until his ter the 8:30 am Mass, and St. present Bishop, Charles C. John Loogootee, will hold a Thompson, would wish to celebration on March 25 immake a new/different assign- mediately following 10 a.m. ment. Mass in the Lower Level of “To all 5 Bishops, includ- the Center. All friends and ing retired Bishop Gettelfin- former parishioners are welger, I am grateful to them, come to attend any of the celand feel ever so privileged ebrations for Fr. Erbacher.

Wednesday evening Lenten soup suppers First Presbyterian Church at 6th and Walnut in Mount Vernon continues its Wednesday evening Lenten soup suppers this week, March 7, at 5:30 p.m. Three successive suppers will be held March 14, 21, and 28. Rev. Monica Gould is leading a discussion each Wednesday of Lent on the significance of the number 40 in the Bible. The public is invited. If interested in attending, please call the church by Tuesday of each week at 838-2473.

Sermon of the Week: Great God; Great Forgiveness Pastor Derrick Ousley First Baptist Church A.W. Pink, a Christian author, once wrote: “Men that are great in the world are quick in passion, and are not so ready to forgive an injury, or bear with an offender, as one of meaner (less powerful) rank.” One man who reportedly epitomized this quote was the late Steve Jobs. The founder and former CEO of Apple, Jobs was

an innovative thinker, instrumental in the making of the personal computer, Iphone, Ipod, Ipad, and much more. But as reported upon his death, Jobs was also not a very nice person. Steve Jobs bore lifelong grudges, threw tantrums, and berated and belittled his employees. He would even exploit people’s vulnerabilities to exact revenge. Surely Jobs acted this way in part

because he knew that he could get away with it. This shows us not that great men are necessarily more sinful at heart than us. Rather this shows us that powerful people just have the opportunity to live out their sinfulness more than the rest of us. This observation about the great among us begs the question: What about God? As great as Steve

Jobs thought he was, God is. God is majestic, powerful, worthy of praise, all wise, and all-creative. Steve Jobs found it difficult to forgive. What about God? Does God forgive? Does God bear with offences? Does God show grace to those who cross Him and don’t live up to His standards? In Exodus 34:1-9 God reveals his character to Moses at Mt. Sinai. God (truth-

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lated God’s Law and love at the foot of Mt. Sinai, so we violate God’s law and love everyday through our actions and inactions. We are quick to remember ourselves and slow to remember the glorious God in our motives and desires. We should be amazed that God forgives through His abundant grace. Think about your daily life. How often do you remember that all you have is a gift of God? How often do you remember that you do not experience nearly all of the negative consequences that you do deserve? Whatever our circumstances, God treats us better than we deserve. What is God’s goal for this kindness that He shows us? Forgetfulness of Him? Rebellion against Him? Presumption upon His love and mercy? The Apostle Paul tells us in Romans 2:4 that God is rich in kindness, restraint, and patience with us. And Paul tells us that God’s kindness is intended to lead us to repentance. God’s kindness and mercy has the goal of grieving us over our violation of His Law and love. His kindness should motivate us to seek forgiveness from Him and be restored to fellowship with Him. How does God shows us this forgiveness? Through faith in His Son Jesus Christ. By trusting in Jesus’ perfect deeds and perfect sacrifice for sin on our behalf, we are made right with God as recipients of God’s compassion. Only through treasuring Jesus Christ our Great God is our Great Forgiver.

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SCHOOL Susanna Wesley Nursery School enrollment begins We are now taking enrollment for the 2012-13 school year. If you have a child between the ages of 2 and 5 that would benefit from a preschool experi-

ence, call us at 838-2835 or stop in any weekday morning between 8:30 and noon. A $10 enrollment fee will secure your choice of class. If you bring a

friend or neighbor in to enroll both of you can sign up for free. Come in for your enrollment packet today. Limited scholarships available

North Elementary and South Terrace Kindergarten “Round-Up” North Elementary School in Poseyville and South Terrace School in Wadesville are now enrolling students for next year’s Kindergarten classes. Children that will be 5 years of age by August 1, 2012 are eligible. Each school will hold a

Kindergarten “Round Up” at their school to allow parents to fill out paperwork, get necessary information, meet the staff and view the school. North Elementary’s will be Thursday, March 15 at 9 a.m. South Terrace will have their “Round Up”

on Tuesday, April 17 at 6 p.m.Parents of new students for 2012-2013 at any grade level should also call the school for enrollment information as soon as possible; North Elementary (874-2710) & South Terrace (985-3180).

New Harmony School upcoming events The New Harmony Drama Club presents Macbeth: Off-Kilter (Only slightly different than Shakespeare intended) on Friday, March 16 and Saturday, March 17 at 6:30 p.m. in the Murphy Auditorium. Price: $5 student/child and $7 adults. Spring Concert: Tuesday, May 15 at 7 p.m. at Murphy Auditorium. Kinobe & The African Sensations: (World Music Ensemble) will be at New Harmony School on March 7 to work with our students. A performance is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. on that day. Winter Sports Banquet: Monday, march 19 at 6 p.m. in the Coach Kahle’s House Gym. Muffins with Mom: March 16 from 7:30 - 8 a.m. Come enjoy a free breakfast with your kids in the cafeteria. The Junior Class will be taking orders for Lucky Grams that will be delivered to students/ staff at NHS. All orders and money will be due no later than Tues., March 13 and deliveries will be made on Fri., March 16. Lucky Grams are $1 each and the money will go to the Junior Prom Fundraising efforts. You can email information to eagans@nharmony.k12.in.us.

Mount Vernon Junior High School upcoming events The following events are on the upcoming schedule at Mount Vernon Junior High School. Cheerleading practices and tryouts for next year’s group will take place next week. Mandatory practices have been scheduled for Monday and Tuesday from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m. Tryouts

will then occur on Wednesday after school, and they are closed to the public. Those trying out must have a physical on file in the office. Track season is just around the corner. Students should listen to the bulletin for track information. Coaches will be keeping

NORTH POSEY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT OF THE MONTH KURT SEIBERT Date Of Birth: 5/12/1994 Grade: Senior – 12th Grade Parent/Guardian(s): Patrick & Susan Seibert Hobbies / Community Involvement: Hobbies consist of playing football, discuss, being a member of the Boy Scouts, and Farming.

students informed through the bulletin. Spring is right around the corner even though it has recently seemed like it has already arrived. Spring break begins Monday, March 26 and students return on Monday, April 2. With warmer weather approaching, please keep in mind that appropriate school clothing must be worn during the school day. Short shirts, short skirts, tops exposing a bare midriff or that are low cut are not appropriate for school. The dress code can be reviewed by checking out your child’s assignment book or via our website. Remember that shorts should not be shorter than the arms and fingers extended. Tickets will be going on sale later this week for the musical, The Creepy Creeps of Pilgrim Road.

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Mount Vernon Junior/Senior High School Natatatorium was the site for the 2012 Regional SeaPerch Challenge recently. Twenty-six high school and 42 middle school teams participated in the competition by building vehicles required to maneuver through obstacles on top of the water and underwater, participate in a SeaPerch Sprint, and perform a mock submerged vessel retrieval called the lift bag challenge. The event was sponsored by USI, Southwestern Indiana STEM Resource Center, and the USI student chapter of the Institute of Electrical Electronics Engineers. Pictured are North Posey Jr High School's team in the competition: Anna Stock, Kaitlyn Blankenberger, Abby Abernathy and Chris Woolston. Photo by Dave Koch

Hagemann Award finalists announced The Semi-Finals of the competition for the 2012 Hagemann Award for Musical Performance were held Thursday, March 1 at Trinity Church in Mount Vernon. Four young musicians were selected as Finalists. They were: Alexandra Hanmore, Mezzo-Soprano, a Senior at North Posey Andrew Higgins, Trombonist, a Junior at Mount Vernon Joe Hoover, Percussionist, a Senior at North Posey Michelle Walker, Mezzo-Soprano, a Senior at Mount Vernon The Finals of the competition, which is the thirtieth since it was founded by Philip Hagemann, will be held in the summer as a free public concert at a time and place to be announced later. The judges for the Semi-Finals were Mr. Hagemann, Dr. Richard

Williams of the University of Evansville, and three Posey County music

teachers: Melanie Edley, Scott Schmitt and Dana Taylor.

Elizabeth Ries stands with items donated to the Posey Humane society by the Kings and Queens 4-H club.

Mount Vernon High School Fine Arts Academy will be presenting their Spring musical Ring of Fire, the story of Johnny Cash as told through his songs. Pictured, during one of their final rehearsals are: Michelle Walker and her partner Mikey Emerson with an ensemble of the cast behind them. The show will be presented Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. each evening in the Mount Vernon Performing Arts Center. Photo by David Koch

Contests help Hoosiers save for college, reduce debt With nearly two-thirds of Hoosier college graduates bearing student debt, and the class of 2011 the most indebted in U.S. history, Indiana students need to be smart college consumers. Learn More Indiana’s 2012 Cash for College contests, offer students in kindergarten through college tips on saving and paying for higher education along with the chance to win $529 in a college savings plan. “We need Hoosiers to start saving early and to have a clear plan for financing their higher education,” said Indiana Commissioner for Higher Education Teresa Lubbers. “College continues to be a smart investment, but it’s important that Indiana students and families take advantage of the resources available to make college more affordable.” Contest rules are avail-

able at CashForCollegeIndiana.org. One winner in each grade level will receive $529 in an Indiana CollegeChoice 529 Savings Plan, which is tax-free for education-related expenses like tuition or books. The deadline for all contest entries is March 10, 2012. Learn More Indiana’s Cash For College campaign helps students of all ages—K-12, college and adults—pay for college with specific steps on saving for higher education, scouting out scholarships, reducing college debt and comparing Indiana college costs. Related resources for students and parents include: Free Financial Aid Assistance The FAFSA Friday webinar, available at FAFSAFriday.org, helps high school seniors and college students correctly fill out and file the

FAFSA. A panel of financial aid experts takes students and families through the form step-by-step. The advice will help ensure Hoosier students meet Indiana’s March 10 FAFSA deadline. Students must file by this date to qualify for state, federal and institutional financial aid, including federal student loans. Free College Costs Calculator The Indiana College Costs Estimator generates a student’s expected net cost of attending an Indiana college at IndianaCollegeCosts.org. In addition to providing sideby-side cost comparisons for Indiana’s public and private colleges, the estimator tool will be available as a smart phone application this year. Learn more about the campaign contests and other free resources at CashForCollegeIndiana.org.

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Ackerman’s welcomes personal trainer Sarah Gray By Pam Robinson Personal trainer Sarah Gray thinks the timing is good for her new endeavor with Ackerman’s Chiropractic and Fitness Center in Wadesville. She wants to help residents of her native Posey County to get fit for life and avoid the dubious distinction—America’s fattest city—bestowed on Evansville. Our neighbor to the East is just a little too close for comfort with its glut of gut-expanding dining experiences. In contrast, Gray recalls her own healthy upbringing with parents Martha and Paul Breeze, our county recorder and surveyor. “I’ve always been into fitness and eating healthy,” she says. “Mom says even when I was a kid I would prefer a salad to junk food. We were raised before computers when you would go outside and exercise and play in the woods.” She hopes to motivate others to overcome whatever obstacles prevent their weighing in with a healthy lifestyle. “There’s usually a reason why people have let themselves get unhealthy whether it’s a physical reason or an emotional reason or just feeling like they shouldn’t have time for themselves,” she believes. “As a trainer, you feel like sometimes you’re a therapist as much as a trainer. For me, that’s great because I love talking to people. As a trainer, you’ve got to make sure you deal with all aspects of the person. You’ve got to make sure their nutrition is right, and you’ve got to make sure they’re mentally balanced. You want to help them emotionally and encourage them.” The 1997 Mount Vernon High School graduate completed her bachelor’s degree in health and wellness at Ashford University (based in Iowa) after one year of study at Western Kentucky University. Not long afterward, Gray finished the two-day exam at the University of Southern Indiana to earn her

personal trainer certification through the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America. She is now working toward her master’s degree in business administration online through Ashford University. Since 2000, she has worked with clients at the MAC Center,Sabic and the National Guard. In addition, she offers training in home to clients and at her studio located within Mount Vernon Outfitters, just on the edge of town. She works in office administration part-time at the Posey County Sheriff’s Department as well. In her part-time role with Ackerman’s Chiropractic and Fitness Center, Gray will be available by appointment for onehour sessions to key members of the fitness center. A typical session covers cardio, toning and stretching as well as nutrition. Five sessions, usually held over five weeks, cost $100—just $20 per week. Key membership at Ackerman’s runs $35 per month for pay as you go, or only $25 per month for automatic debit payment. No time limit, such as a one-year or three-year contract, is required. The fitness center is equipped with a full line of Nautilus machines, free weights and a stand-up tanning bed. Since Gray encourages clients to team up with an accountability partner, she allows people to double up during sessions. She will work with a pair of girlfriends, for example, or husband and wife without increasing her fees. Additional fees do apply for more than two people in a session. “My goal is to get people healthier,” Gray insists. “We’ll do whatever we need to do to achieve that goal.” For more information about Ackerman’s Chiropractic and Fitness Center, visit the website at www.ackermanchiropractic.com. To schedule training sessions with Gray, call 812-598-8206.

Chamber Corner As a member of the Chamber of Commerce of Southwest Indiana there are many benefits including, over 100 networking events each year where you can meet thousands of business professionals. Access to the following Chamber programs: Indiana Small Business Development Center, Tri-State Manufacturers Alliance, Tri-State World Trade Network and Young Professionals Network. Also, The Chamber of Commerce of Southwest Indiana has an

Economic Development team that focuses on strengthening and growing regional business. There are many discount programs as well, with companies such as: Office Depot, Sam’s Wholesale, Anthem Insurance, Hotjobs, FedEx, Avis, Budget and Old National Insurance. NEW MEMBER PACKAGE • Three FREE ads from the Evansville Courier and Press valued at $575 and one in the Evansville Business Journal

Sarah Gray at Ackerman’s Chiropractic and Fitness Center. Photo by Zach Straw. See more of this set on our Facebook page...

By Brittany Johnson valued at $187 • Three FREE ads from the Mount Vernon Democrat valued at $120 • 50% discount on WNIN rate card pricing • One Chamber membership disk containing over 3,300 contacts for marketing purposes • One Ribbon Cutting or Ground Breaking special event • One additional listing in The Chamber’s high-demand, web-based and printed Busi-

ness Membership Directory, a $25 value • Two tickets to and Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra “Classics” or “Pops” performance of your choice, value $56 For more information on becoming a member o f the Chamber of Commerce of Southwest Indiana, please contact Eric Beasley at 812425-8147 or ebeasley@ ccswin.com or Brittaney Johnson at 812-838-3639 or bjohnson@ccswin.com

PCCF setting up funds for donations for new police and fire stations

Posey County native and owner of Harmony Pottery, Sharlyn Martin, takes time to sculpt new creations on Tuesday. Sharlyn has been selling her pottery since the 1970s and operated from her current Main Street New Harmony location since 1986. Sharlyn epitomises the hands-on approach; custom mixing her own clay and glaze. Harmony Pottery sells a wide variety of items, from soaps to dried flowers, along with Sharlyn's hand crafted pottery. Photo by Zach Straw. See more of this set on our Facebook page...

By Pam Robinson The City of Mount Vernon has discovered its first attempt failed at $11.5 million in grant money, but officials aren’t letting the news kill their spirit for continued downtown revitalization. The Mount Vernon City Council voted unanimously Monday, February 27, for Mayor John Tucker to sign fund agreements with the Posey County Community Foundation, or PCCF, and the Community Foundation Alliance. The agreements will establish two separate non-permanent accounts for receiving community donations to build new police and fire stations.

(L)Trent VanHaaften and (R) Mount Venon Mayor John Tucker took time out of the Democratic meeting on February 23 to pose with a photo of the District 64 candidate, Mike Norton. Photo submitted

PC Democrats meet District 64 candidate Thursday evening February 23, Posey Co. Democrats meeting at their newly remodeled headquarters got the opportunity to meet the candidate vying to represent the northern-most portion of the county in the new 64th Legislative District. Due to the recent redrawing of house district maps, the Posey townships of Bethel, Robb, and Smith will now be included with portions of Vanderburgh, Knox, and PikeCounties and all of Gibson County to form District 64. Posey Co. Democratic Chairman Ed Adams invited Mark Norton of Princeton, to come down and meet with local Democrats as he kicks off his campaign to fill the open seat in the house. Upon graduating from Indiana State University in 1980, Norton moved to Princeton to take a job with PSI at the Gibson Generating Station where he continues to work. He and his wife Darcy married in 1983 and have raised two sons, both of whom graduated

from PrincetonHigh School and college. They are also grandparents to a five-year old granddaughter. As a 31 year member of the IBEW Local #1393, Norton has 28 years experience as union steward, as well as holding terms as financial secretary and vicepresident of the local union. While this is his first foray into the political arena, he has experience negotiating many contracts and grievances over the years and understands what it takes to work together with management to solve complex issues. Neither side of the aisle has all the answers, but without a balance of power in state politics, one party tends to overreach. That is exactly what has driven him to run for office. Rather than address a real job creation plan, the majority party has passed legislation attacking labor unions. Rather than working to improve public education, they have transferred tax dollars away from local school dis-

tricts and micro-managed from Indianapolis. In an effort to bolster state finances, they have continually cut funding to local municipalities and counties leading to cuts in vital services and infrastructure. Norton believes it is time for a change at the statehouse. It is time to return to the balance of power that has historically worked well for Hoosiers. He pledges to work tirelessly pushing through a real job creation plan. One that will provide good-paying, quality jobs for the future of all Hoosiers. He will work to strengthen and improve our public schools to provide quality education for every child in the state. He will continue efforts to streamline state government, while still providing the quality services that Hoosiers have come to expect. He will take his hard-working, bluecollar, southwestern Indiana values to the statehouse to work for the betterment of all Hoosiers.

Johnna Denning, Director of PCCF, said the accounts may provide matching funds in the pursuit of state and federal grants to complete these two projects. She said the PCCF has already had people come forward wanting to make donations. She added that a visible sign will soon be placed outside the current police and fire stations so the community can see its progress in fundraising. Anyone wishing to donate to the two funds may send a check payable to the Posey County Community Foundation, designating on the memo line whether the donation is for the police or fire station account—or both. Denning said people need write only one check. The PCCF will divide the donation between the police and fire station accounts as donors specify when they send in their checks. The PCCF is located inside the Old National Bank building at 402 Main Street in Mount Vernon for those wishing to hand-deliver donations. Or checks may be mailed to P.O. Box 746, Mount Vernon. In other business: • Council voted unanimously to allow City Attorney Beth McFadin Higgins

to contact owners of option sites for the proposed new police and fire stations in Mount Vernon. • Sheila Stewart appeared before council to say she’d like to see the old Booker T. Washington building in town given back to the black community. She asked the city’s help in starting a program, such as Boys Club, to help city youth—and requested a phone call from anyone interested in such a program. Equally as important, she approached council to address the problem of the abandoned, decaying building, the location of a meth house in 2009, next to her property at 1214 Mulberry Street. Councilman Andy Hoehn said he would look at the house the next day. City Attorney Beth McFadin Higgins said Building Commissioner Sherry Willis would look at the house and take pictures and send a certified letter to the local health department about written requirements for razing the home. • When meeting as the Water Utility Board, council unanimously approved the purchase of a 36-inch walkbehind pavement saw from J & J Supply in Boonville for the low quote of $22,297 and

for the purchase of a pneumatic pipe saw. (Two quotes for the pneumatic pipe saw are as follows: J & J Supply, $4,772; Underground Pipe and Valve, $5,303.44.) • The Water Utility Board also unanimously approved the contract with Johnson Controls Inc., or JCI, for the water treatment improvement project to cover repair of river intake, leak detection and repair of the lamella building and accepted the time frame subject to adoption of the bond ordinance. • Meeting as Common Council, members then unanimously approved second reading of the bond ordinance for the water treatment improvement project. Further, council suspended the rules and also approved third and final reading of the ordinance for bonding up to $15.3 million. Bond sale will be March 29 with closing on the bond, April 13. The Mount Vernon City Council will meet one time in the City Hall Annex during March 2012—Monday, March 12, 7 p.m. In a previous meeting, council voted to cancel the second meeting in March due to spring break within the Metropolitan School District of Mount Vernon.

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Community Correction Program shares success stories with county officials By Valerie Werkmeister Posey County Commissioners heard a success story in regards to the Posey County Community Corrections program, at least in terms of dollars saved. Scott Smith, director of the program, gave an annual report to the commissioners citing various statistics. According to Smith,

they administer five types of programming: electronic monitoring, work release, day reporting, community service and pre-trial supervision. He stated these programs combined with case plans, contact with the clients and treatment programs helps to ensure each participants’ success. Smith stated 94 percent

of the clients will not reoffend within a year of program completion. Eightyfive percent will continue their good behavior and not re-offend within two years of program completion. The average costs of pauper attorney fees for misdemeanors from 2007-2010 was $282.95 while the average cost for felonies dur-

ing the same time period was $653.20. Smith noted that for every person who successfully completes the program the county could save up to $979.80. In all, the Department of Corrections has saved a total of $659,515 from participants in Posey County’s program. Jack Waldroup, United

This Poseyville mobile home was a total loss before firemen could extinguish the blaze. Photo by Dave Pearce

MVHS play, from Page A1 are presented with a tumultuous life filled with triumph, tragedy and redemption, says Taylor, and it seems somehow appropriate that the songs and not the dialogue are the primary means of communicating the story of his life. There is also no attempt to impersonate Johnny Cash, his story is so clearly told in the songs that

any affectation of his personality and mannerisms is not needed or recommended.” “Ring of Fire” was on Broadway for a limited run in 2008 but never found its audience. It has prospered however through national tours and smaller regional theatres. Like the MVHS production of “Always, Pat-

sy Cline” a few years ago, “Ring of Fire” will likely find an audience in Mount Vernon. “This isn’t an unknown subject for our audience, and like Patsy Cline, the story is a familiar one to many people and to be honest, people usually will like a show more readily if they know something about it” says Taylor. “Ring of Fire”

Consulting Representative, addressed the commissioners in regards to the Federal Bridge Inventory that was found to be out of compliance in June 2010. His company has completed the first phase of bringing the county back into compliance based on new federal standards. He is preparing for the second phase to begin at a cost of $22,540. Waldroup presented an agreement for the commissioner’s approval. Once the agreement is signed, it must be sent on county letterhead to the Indiana Department of Transportation Vincennes Office. The attorney will review the document before the agreement is signed. In other business, the commissioners: •Tabled the SRI discussion regarding the proposed tax sale on properties throughout the county due to Commissioner Jim Alsop’s absence at the meeting. •Approved Alan Schelhorn’s request to take over the roads in Lakeland Ridge Subdivision I and II, with the exception of Red Lake Drive from the intersection with Tahoe Drive to the east end. •Accepted the $2,400 bid

is a familiar story, and much like country music in general, people can see their own lives in the songs. The cast includes Taylor Burden, Melanie Davis, Austin Denning, Andrew Evans Erin Garman, Elijah Gray, Marshall Hadley, Michelle Huff, Brandon Jones, Olivia Martin, Adam

from Wabash Valley Tree Service to trim the courthouse trees. •Appointed Nancy Hoehn for one year, as the elected official to serve on the ADA Compliance Committee. •Appointed Debra Yates to the maintenance crew for one year. •Noted that individuals are still needed to fill appointed positions on the Workforce Investment Board and the WadesvilleBlairsville Regional Sewer District. •Approved Vic Grisham’s request to take over Green Meadow Ct. in Wadesville. •Approved the Data Exchange Agreement between the Indiana Office of Technology, Geographical Information Systems Divisions (GIS) and Posey County. This is supported through the state and is no cost to the county. •Approved an agreement addendum from WTH Technology WFS Site Hosting at a cost of $1,500. The agreement is paid through a $2,000 grant. The remaining $500 is to be spent on GIS related items. The next commissioner meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 6, at 9 a.m. in the Hovey House.

McCloud, Hannah Pyle, Bradleigh Redman, Amy Seifert, Mat Seifert, Mikey Stephens-Emerson and Michelle Walker. “Ring of Fire” will be presented on Mar. 8, 9 and 10 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $8 for adults and $6 for students and senior citizens. For Information, please call 812-833-5932.

McManomy, from Page A1 conditions of bail. Commonwealth’s Attorney Mark Blankenship said McManomy was verified to have been violating bail by drinking at Evansville strip clubs and staying out past his curfew. McManomy was charged originally with rape, sodomy and other charges for attack on the Murray woman, but he pleaded guilty to the lesser charges on Sept. 23. Blankenship said the plea agreement was negotiated with the consent of the victim.

He said McManomy will have to serve at least 20 percent, or three years, of his sentence before he is eligible to be considered for parole, but he does not expect parole will be granted at that time. “The chances of him getting that are very poor. He has a prior felony (conviction) and a pending felony (charge). I find that highly unlikely in this case,” he said. “I expect he will probably serve at least five to seven years of his sentence before he is returned to

Indiana.” But even though he should be paroled, the man’s problems with the law will not be over when he is released from prison on the Kentucky charges. According to Posey County Prosecutor Travis Clowers, McNamony will then be returned to Posey County where he will face charges stemming from an incident where Posey County Sheriff’s Deputy and K-9 officer Dan Montgomery sustained a cut on his face while he and an Indiana

State Trooper attempted to serve a warrant at McNamony’s parents’ home near St. Phillip where he was staying at the time. The two officers went to McManomy’s family home and were serving a Kentucky warrant charging him with probation violations on Feb. 3, 2011, when McManomy grabbed a knife and began stabbing himself in the face and neck, according to Indiana State Police. He then cut Montgomery’s face before the trooper subdued him with a Taser.

Simpsons, from Page A1 leading up to the tornado. “I had been cleaning the house because we were going to have some company on Friday night,” Simpson recalled with an infectious smile. “I went over the coffee table one last time and I walked toward the door to look out and watch the storm.” Simpson said she had been watching Channel 25 as the storm alerts and warnings had been posted and was aware that her home could be in the line of the heavier part of the storm. “I walked out onto the porch and there was just a drop of rain here and there and the clouds had taken on that weird greenish-grey look,” she recalled. “But honestly, I’ve always kind of liked storms. They fascinate me. I wanted to watch as long as I could without being in any danger.” But Simpson was in imminent danger although at the time, she didn’t know it. “All of the sudden there was this bright almost diamond-like downpour,” she said. “It was like

Storms, from Page A1 trees snapped or uprooted... Including 53 at one residence alone. A few grain bins destroyed. Oil tanks blown over...With an associated leak of crude oil. Several equipment sheds damaged. Two to three garages destroyed...Including a concrete block garage. The timeline provided by the national weather service is as follows: 1236 p.m. hail New Harmony -38.13N 87.93W 03/02/2012 M1.75 InchPosey, IN trained spotter-golf ball hail reported by trained spotter. 1238 p.m. hail 2 s Poseyville-38.14N 87.78W 03/02/2012 E1.75 InchPosey, IN-trained spotter-on highway 165. Also a funnel cloud was reported. 1243 p.m. tornado-2 wnw Hepburn-38.08N 87.84W 03/02/2012-Posey, INtrained spotter--tornado reported by trained spotters. Tornado is estimated to be 300 yards wind. 1243 p.m. hailPoseyville-38.18N 87.78W 03/02/2012 M1.00 InchPosey, IN-trained spotter-quarter size hail reported

someone had turned the shower on. I looked up and saw what appeared to be a bird that had gotten caught up in the wind and could not regain its balance. Then I realized that it wasn’t a bird at all but that it was debris being blown and carried by the wind.” But still, to someone who has an interest in meteorology and storms, the eery clouds held almost an allure to the rural Posey County woman. She stood on the porch, almost in a daze, when the telephone rang inside the house. “It was my sister-in-law in Poseyville calling to ask me if we had had any of the hail like they had in town.” Simpson explained. “I told her a little of what I had heard and seen there and we agreed that it was probably time for me to get to the basement.” Simpson said as she walked toward the basement door, she could feel a change of pressure on her body. She got there just in time to get down on the floor and out of the quiet came noises that she had never heard before. “At first, it was almost like a big

just north of town. 1245 p.m. tstm wnd dmg-Fort Branch-38.25N 87.57W 03/02/2012-Gibson, INtrained spotter--late report time estimated...Large hail damaged several homes and a few vehicles. 1246 p.m. tstm wnd dmg 2 S Wadesville-38.07N 87.79W 03/02/2012 Posey, INtrained spotter--2 story home lost the roof. 1246 p.m. hail N- Wadesville-38.12N 87.79W 03/02/2012 M2.50 InchPosey, IN- trained spotter-tennis ball hail reported just north of wadesville. 1247 p.m. hail 2 S Poseyville-38.14N 87.78W 03/02/2012 M1.75 Inch -Posey, IN-trained spotter-golf ball size hail reported just south of town. 1247 p.m. tstm wnd dmgPoseyville-38.17N 87.78W 03/02/2012 Posey, IN-law enforcement--late report...Sheriff reporting significant residential structure damage throughout central posy county. 1248 p.m. hail- Fort Branch-38.25N 87.57W 03/02/2012 M1.00 Inch-

shudder was shaking the house,” Simpson said. “Then I heard creaking back and forth and clamoring and clinging. I could hear things banging around and in my mind, I was picturing what might have been going on upstairs.” But as quickly as the storm came, it went away. “All of a sudden it was just unbelievably quiet,” she recalled. “You could hear no noise at all… nothing. At that point, I walked over to the steps and began to walk up the basement steps. I looked down and saw quite a bit of debris on the steps and right away, I knew that wasn’t a good sign. When I got to the top of the stairs and looked out, the entire back portion of the house was gone.” That was the beginning of what would become three days (so far) of intense mental and physical stress. But thanks to their friends, family, and neighbors, the Simpsons have not had to face it alone. “It is humbling and beyond words how people here treat you when something like this hap-

Gibson, IN-trained spotter U.S. Senator Richard Lugar made the following statement regarding the severe weather and storm damage that occurred on across Southern Indiana: “Our thoughts and prayers go out to all those affected by the tragic storms in Southern Indiana. We thank the First Responders for their heroic efforts in answering the call to the tremendous destruction. This morning I spoke with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Regional Administrator Andrew Velasquez. I was reassured that FEMA is coordinating closely with Indiana Department of Homeland Security and local officials. I will remain closely in touch with Federal, State and local leaders to offer whatever assistance we can as quickly as possible.” Insurance companies have been in the area with claims representatives inspecting homes and helping customers. Insured customers were advised that if it is safe to do so, make any necessary temporary repairs to protect

pens,” Simpson said. “On Saturday, we had as many as 50 volunteers who came to help in any way they could. One person even came all the way from McLeansboro, Ill. Time and travel have been irrelevant to the people who have done so much for us. Words just can’t describe it.” While Vicki did the majority of the speaking, a usually quiet Bud Simpson insisted that the efforts of the American Red Cross be mentioned in anything related to the storm. Walt Brunton and Jerry Kuykendall were on hand almost from the beginning offering assistance in any way possible. “I told Summer (one of the Simpsons’ daughters) not to let me forget to go into town and get food for all the people who had been out here helping,” Simpson said. “We didn’t even have so much as a drink of water to offer them but when I started talking about getting food, they told me that the Red Cross was already there with food and drinks for all those who had helped not only us but the neighbors up and down the

your home from any further damage. Make sure to keep all receipts and take pictures so when your claim representatives gets to your home they can see what has been done so far. A toddler girl who was discovered in an Indiana field following Friday’s devastating tornadoes is in critical condition at a Kentucky hospital, but she may be the only member of her family who survived. Washington County Sher-

road.” The Simpsons had nothing but high praise for their two grown daughters and their husbands as well as all the people who had “worked their butts off” to help them. “We have been there for each other,” Simpson said. “I have tried to be strong for my daughters and they have been strong for me. I just can’t say enough about all the hours that friends and family have put in helping us here.” Simpson said the national Weather Service in Paducah had notified her on Saturday that they had determined that it was, indeed, an F2 tornado that had made its way for about six miles across a small portion of Posey County and it was only about 140 yards wide but had maximum winds of around 125 miles per hour. But while the Simpsons did lose a house, they realize things could have been much worse. No one was injured and a house can be rebuilt. But they still have their home…Posey County. For that they are most grateful.

iff Claude Combs has indicated that the girl was found in New Pekin, Ind., on Friday near the bodies of her 21-year-old mother, and her younger siblings. The body of a 20-year-old male was also recovered from the field but Combs didn’t confirm whether he was the girl’s father. The 2-year-old child, whose injuries have been undisclosed, is being attended by one unidentified family member at Kosair

Children’s Hospital in Louisville. After the child was discovered, she was first taken to a rural hospital in Salem, Ind., before being airlifted to the Kentucky hospital once she had stabilized. Authorities are trying to determine how the child wound up in the field, since her family lived about 10 miles south of where she was discovered. The child reportedly died Sunday afternoon of her injuries.

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Two things in life are perpetual, change and learning This week has provided me with some eyeopening experiences. You are definitely never too old to learn and even I am no exception. I learned a few years ago, when I went into Deaconess TRUTH... Hospital for an outpatient STRANGER procedure and wound up in THAN cardiac arrest, the world can FICTION and will go on without you. I was headed for work and my BY DAVE wife, Connie, met me at Dea- PEARCE coness to be with me through the procedure. Little did either of us know that we would be looking at a few days in the hospital and I would be looking at time in a coma and even more time on a ventilator. But that experience taught me many things. The most prominent and most important two things I learned were that first, I am not nearly as “in control” as I think I am. In a single instant, any of us can be taken from healthy vibrant individuals into a coma and onto life support. The second lesson I learned on the heels of the first is that the world will go on, whether I am involved or in a nearvegetative state. This week, after eight years at Dempewolf Ford in Henderson, I decided to make a change. It was not something that happened suddenly. Since we moved back over to Posey County three years ago, I had been making the trek to Henderson each work day. It took me

nearly an hour to get there and another nearly an hour to get home. But I had become accustomed to the routine. I enjoyed Dempewolf and the family and friends had been nothing but incredibly nice to me. However, it was just time for a change of scenery and something a little closer to home. The D Patrick Ford store in downtown Evansville had recently hired new management. I went for a first interview three or four weeks ago. The new manager and I seem to have a lot in common. We both want our businesses to be successful and we both want to do it the right way, with integrity and mutual respect for each other and our customers. I was blatantly honest with management in Henderson. We openly discussed the pros and cons of leaving a place where I had been Salesman of the Year five times. We looked at the different aspects and I tried to do what I felt would be best for everyone. Monday evening I cleaned out my things and Tuesday morning, I began a new job at D Patrick Ford-Lincoln. But in the moving process, I learned some other things. I learned that when you have been in the same office for many years, you accumulate a lot of “stuff.” But I also learned that it is just that…stuff. The personal notes

Driver’s permit another step in letting go With the issue of her driver’s permit, our 15-year-old daughter has renewed interest in spending time with her parents. My husband Jim and I, until just recently known as “the dweebs,” now seem to hold the keys to Jessica’s happiness. Occupying the driver’s seat somehow elevates the status of otherwise mundane activities. Jessica regards practice drives in our suburban community with the highest esteem. Of course, she could make it around the block just as quickly on her old set of wheels without the added gasoline expense if she just rode her bike. Just sayin’. Otherwise, she’s a determined chauffeur-in-training whenever she must still observe from the passenger’s seat. When she officially takes over as family chauffeur, Jessica has made clear, for example, that we must schedule frequent trips to Dollar General. After all, no self-respecting Christian runs without laundry or dish detergent, toilet paper or paper towels. Cleanliness is next to

Gavel Gamut’s Most of the material in this column comes from The WPA Oklahoma Slave Narratives edited by T. Lindsey and Julie P. Baker, University of Oklahoma Press, 1996. The Bakers researched and edited accounts of former slaves who were either in bondage in what was Indian Territory during the Civil War or who were enslaved in other states then migrated to what became Oklahoma after 1866. Oklahoma became a state in 1907. The interviews were conducted in 1937, 1938 and 1939 as part of the National Writers Project which provided income for many people during the Great Depression. The language used by the former slaves often falls harshly on our ears in 2012, but the interviews simply recorded the accounts in the vernacular of the times in which the former slaves lived. Nancy Rogers Bean who was a child when the Civil War broke out told the interviewer about one of her aunts who was so distressed and angry when she was to be sold by her master that at the start of the bidding for her she grabbed a hatchet, laid her hand on a log and chopped it off. Then she, “throwed the bleeding hand right in her master’s face”. (Slave Narratives, pp. 4849). Charley Williams who was living in Tulsa, Oklahoma when he was inter-

godliness and justifies possibly hoarding household supplies. For Jessica, these errands ensure the continued

LIVING FOR THE JOURNEY BY PAM ROBINSON well-being, body and soul, of the entire family. Her driving instructor is encouraging her in this mission. On the first drive with her, he watched her lap the miles—in the dark—from New Harmony to Mount Vernon and back again. He even chatted happily about his family when he noticed her white-knuckled death grip on the steering wheel. His encouragement caused her to eventually keep her hands at 10 and 2 without holding on for dear life. He may have created a monster. Truth is, of course, I’m proud Jessica is taking proper driving lessons. I learned to parallel park between bales of hay. I took out the front

passenger side fender twice when I misjudged the distance between the family car and the tree in our driveway turnaround. We never turned in the damage, of course to the insurance company. Indeed, I am convinced Jessica will ultimately stand as the best female driver on my side of the family in three generations. Even today, I can count on one hand the number of times I’ve driven in a city larger than Evansville until I’ve reached the point where I just couldn’t ever be persuaded to do it again. That choice is best for the safety of all concerned, considering my early driving directions required me only to “turn right at the red barn.” My own mother never learned to drive although she terrorized the rest of us with her back seat instruction. Until Jessica arrives, I’m happy she is genuinely pleased for her mom and dad to ride shotgun beside her. Her behavior reassures me she may still let us hitch a ride from time to time once she earns her license.

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overseer, “wouldn’t take no talk nor foolishness. He didn’t whup nobody very often, but he only had to whup ‘em jest one time! He never whup a nigger at de time the nigger done something, but he would wait till evening and have old Master come and watch him do it.” {Slave Narratives, pp. 472-484). William Watson answered the interviewer: “Do I remember slavery? Who could forget these lash prints on my back. …. Do I remember the bull whip and cat of nine lashed with a hole in each leather lash to draw blood; my back sure did bleed. If you didn’t do the work or be a little slow, Master Watson tell you once, but better mind him. Next time the cat of nine tails was salted and boy it hurt. I didn’t know what a shoe was until I was grown. Come up all my growing years barefooted.” {Slave Narratives, pp. 455-458). These things are difficult

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So, all in all, this experience in my life has taught me to me even more grounded. There is nothing that I do that can’t be done by someone else. And as I sit here contemplating, I am slowly realizing what many people have tried to tell me down through the years. The company that employs you will not miss you much when you are gone. The things that you have done might be missed for just a short time but someone will come in and do it quicker and better. But there is one group that will miss you the most. That is your family and friends. Make the most of the time you have with them. They know you best and they know the things that are most important to you. The kind words and kind deeds you do to family and friends will eventually go into the back of their minds but chances are, they will never be totally forgotten. Things will happen from time to time that will remind them of you and the way you did things. I also learned that there is only one business that can’t fire you or make you retire. That is one that you own. It’s the same business that never allows a sick day or a real vacation day and frustrates the life out of you at times. However, you don’t ever have to clean out your desk and move on to the next place. They will do that for you when you are gone…not because they have to but because they want to.

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Countdown to ‘Sine Die’ The 2012 legislative session is now in its final week. The General Assembly will ‘Sine Die’ in just four days. This final week is dedicated to conference committees and the finalization of bills that were amended in the opposite chamber of origin. Throughout the next few days, we will continue to vet legislation to ensure that we are putting forth the best possible legislation for Hoosier families. One piece of legislation that is well on its way to being passed is House Bill 1002, which will make state government smaller and more efficient. It streamlines our government by eliminating unnecessary, outdated or duplicative boards, commissions and committees. The bill also reduces the number of gubernatorial and legislative appointments. It was essential that we address the fact that Indiana has too many boards and commissions that are un-

necessary and inactive, with many of them not even having held a meeting in years. We also passed a bill aimed at making our waterways safer. Senate Bill 154 will increase boater safety and is now awaiting the governor’s signature. The goal of this legislation is to align boating offenses with those of motor vehicles by making the penalty for operating a motorboat while intoxicated equivalent to the punishment for drunk driving. A first offense would be a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by up to 60 days in jail and a $500 fine. A second offense or if an individual causes serious injury while intoxicated they would be charged with a felony, the same as drunk driving. Operating either a car or a boat under the influence is dangerous and endangers the lives of Hoosiers. Senate Bill 274 also addresses alcohol use and pro-

tects a person from being charged with an alcohol related offense if the person was seeking medical help. This bill encourages people who have made bad decisions to seek life saving medical attention. A 2006 study by Cornell University found that during a two year period after the school implemented a similar policy, the number of alcohol related calls for emergency medical services (EMS) increased by 22 percent. The increase in the number of alcohol has been attributed to the new amnesty policy. This bill in many ways acts as a Good Samaritan Law and will save lives. This session we have covered a vast array of subjects and issues. While each one has been different, they have all been important. We have passed meaningful and important legislation this session that will improve the lives of Hoosiers.

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“Slave Narratives” viewed stated he was born January 11, 1848 and, “was a big hulking buck of boy when de War come along and bust up everything ...” Mr. Williams told how the

of appreciation that I had received from my customers over the years and the trinkets that I had given and had been given over the years were really not worth a tremendous amount of money. As a matter of fact, for a stranger who would come into the office, they would probably take a trash bag and put in all these things that I considered nearly priceless keepsakes. The process of moving also gave me a glimpse into retirement. It taught me enough to learn that what I had always thought was exactly the way it would be. I never want to totally retire. It is just too difficult. Packing up things from an office where you realize you will never return was heart-wrenching and painful. The move was far harder on me than anyone else. Just like the time when I went into cardiac arrest, there would be someone to step in to take my place in a matter of a day or two. I would be missed by a few for a short time but in the long haul, I realized just how unimportant I really am in the whole scheme of things. Somewhere down the road, about as soon as I am gone, the things that I consider almost priceless, will be put out on tables and sold for nickels, dimes, and quarters. And what is left of the other “priceless” things I have will then be bagged up and hauled off to the thrift shop or the landfill, whichever is more appropriate.

to read so one can imagine how difficult they were to bear. And some may ask why bring up these horrible memories; what good does it do? But I was born almost one hundred years after the Thirteenth Amendment was passed and I well remember separate water fountains, separate restrooms and segregation by law. It was not until the Viet Nam War that our country truly began to face the enslavement of and discrimination against millions of African-Americans. Plus, our current attitude toward Muslims and some of the Semitic peoples in Palestine and elsewhere as well as our belligerence toward the Persian people of Iran remind us we still have far to go before we achieve the promise of our Constitution. And while we have for years had a monument on the National Mall to the evils perpetrated by Nazi Germany, we still have no monument to our own treatment of American Indians and the National African American Museum will not open until 2015. Nor do we have any such monuments in Posey County, Indiana. Perhaps, it is altogether fitting and proper that, as President Lincoln indicated about the great struggle of the Civil War, we should, at least, continue to discuss the evils that happened in the past in the hope we do not engage in similar selfdefeating actions ourselves.

The new health reform law is expected to create 32 million more insured Americans, according to the Congressional Budget Office. The federal government plans to expand Medicaid to low-income adults and subsidize purchases on the healthinsurance exchanges when it requires most Americans to carry insurance in 2014. However, an insurance card will not mean much to patients without providers to care for them. Indiana will have more than 500,000 more insured residents because of reform, according to an Urban Institute analysis. A primary-care physician is the first contact for people with undiagnosed illnesses. They include family physicians, pediatricians and internal-medicine doctors. Primary-care physicians' share of the U.S. health-care dollar is only 7 cents. However, primary-care doctors control 80 cents of the health-care dollar by sending their patients to hospitals, referring them to specialists and handing out prescriptions. The U.S. has the about the same number of physicians per capita as other industrialized nations. However, the U.S. has far fewer primarycare physicians than specialists. They make up about 50 percent of the physician workforce in most other developed nations, compared with 35 percent in the U.S. The number of U.S. specialists per capita has risen dramatically since 1965, while the ratio of primary-

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care physicians has remained relatively constant, because they earn as much as three times more income. The outlook is for more of the same: greater scarcity of primary care and a growing supply of specialists. Massachusetts reformed its state health-care system in 2006, giving the nation a glimpse of what is to come when access to health insurance is expanded without expanding the supply of primary care. The average wait for a non-urgent appointment with an internist rose from 17 days in 2005 to 48 days in 2011. Less than half of family physicians there are accepting new patients, compared with 70 percent four years ago. Massachusetts has about 108 primary-care physicians for every 100,000 residents, compared with only about 71 per 100,000 in Indiana. This ultimately suggests an even longer wait locally. The primary-care workload is expected to increase by nearly 30 percent between 2005 and 2025. A number of factors feed this demand, including a growing population, a flood of baby boomers becoming Medicare beneficiaries and acquiring medical conditions as they age, and the newly insured because of the reform law. However, the supply of primary-care physicians is expected to rise by only 2 to 7 percent. Three out of 4 physicians say they already are at or over capacity. The math screams that there will be a crisis of health-care ac-

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cess in the next 15 years. Expect longer waits for appointments, shorter physician visits, greater use of nonphysicians for routine care, and higher prices. The U.S. trains about 16,000 doctors a year. The nation would have to increase that number by 6,000 to 8,000 annually for 20 years to meet expected demand. Adding to the sense of urgency is the fact that about 1 out of 4 Indiana physicians is age 60 or older. About 7 percent of Indiana residents currently live in federally designated primary-care shortage areas. Physicians tend to cluster in areas where supply is already high rather than where the need is greatest. About 80 percent of new physicians in the 1980s and 1990s did this. They like affluent areas with well-insured patients, hightech hospitals and civic amenities that offer a better quality of life. These high-income enclaves are also home to the nation's healthiest people. Most do not want to recognize that health care is rationed. It is done so by lack of insurance. Health reform is expected to rectify that, but it will exacerbate a new form of rationing: the doctor is not in. Steve Jacob is a veteran health-care journalist and author of the new book Health Care in 2020: Where Uncertain Reform, Bad Habits, Too Few Doctors and Skyrocketing Costs Are Taking Us. He can be reached at steve@ unitedstatesofhealth.com. Stephanie Ridge BOOKKEEPING CONNIE PEARCE Pocobooks@aol.com

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Alice Hayes gives to God, makes a difference Alice Hayes has neither silver nor gold, but such as she has—the compassion to always lend a helping hand—she gives to God. “I won’t ever be rich or even own my own home,” she says, “so my goal is to make a difference.” She’s succeeded. The long-time Mount Vernon resident has volunteered her time and talent to those in need, primarily those who may be labeled as society’s “misfits.” Along with Pat Bartlett, she has coordinated women’s jail ministry at the Posey County Jail for the past 13 years. She leads Thursday night Bible study and has often helped with Sunday afternoon Bible study as well. In addition, she is a trained facilitator for Almond Tree ministry, a Christ-centered program designed to turn people away from alcohol and drug addiction. “We’ve [[Pat Bartlett andd Hayes] witnessed i d awesome things in jail ministry,” Hayes com-

ments. “We’ve seen lives changed.” In addition, Hayes has a heart for struggling mothers and their babies. Since 2006, she’s run a diaper ministry, providing free baby diapers while supplies last to those facing financial hardship. Just three years ago, she opened God’s Storehouse for Babies to complement her diaper ministry. The storehouse provides baby clothing up to 3T and baby supplies free of charge whenever a need arises. She invites mothers and donors alike to call her for information at 838-5966. Hayes believes volunteers receive as much as, if not more than, they give. She cites her own work with At the Cross Mission as a case in point. For several months, she helped there—cooking, serving meals, cleaning—anything requested of her. “It was my therapy after a recent crisis. I , found out it was the best thingg I could do,” she h says. “My problems bl didn’t did seem so enormous then. It helped me to get well, helped me to recover.”

The self-described “cancer conqueror” has indeed known her share of crisis. She lost one of three daughters, Cassie, to bacterial meningitis in 1999. Just last March, she said her last goodbye to her beloved mother Dorothy. Surviving daughters, Tina and Tabitha, whom she homeschooled, live now with their families in Mount Vernon and Princeton, respectively. They have blessed Hayes with three grandchildren—and another is expected later this year. Hayes also enjoys spending time with her fiance Deon and keeps in touch with her large birth family of two brothers and three sisters. She works now for the Posey County Council on Aging as an attendant and homemaker, helping clients to stay in their own homes. In spite of her suffering, Hayes insists, “God has blessed me so much. He’s taken even the h negative i andd bbrought h about b posii tive. Everything has worked out for the good.”

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Vikings fall to Commodores in overtime at sectional By Dave Pearce It wasn’t supposed to end like this. The North Posey Vikings have enjoyed great basketball seasons over the past couple of years. This year, by all outside accounts, was supposed to be a rebuilding year for Coach Matt Wadsworth’s Vikings. But in their final game of the year, just like in every game all season long, the Vikings were in it until the end and they never quit. As a matter of fact, Wadsworth praised his charges for the improvement they made over the course of the season, despite the overtime loss to Perry Central in the opening game of the Southridge sectional on Wednesday evening. “We got better at the things we needed to get better at over the year,” Wadsworth said following the game. “We had good ball movement tonight but we have to find a way to get over the hump and take the program to the next level. We have to position ourselves to where we play a good complete game and win because of who we are and the way we play…no excuses.” But Wadsworth could have had an excuse against the 15-5 Commodores. After the Vikings had fought back to tie the score at 47all in regulation. Perry Central called a time out with 8.5 seconds remaining to set up their last play. The Commodores went down and took a fairly quick shot and the Vikings came up

with the rebound. As battle-tested Jourdan Cox heaved a three-quarter court shot just as the buzzer sounded, he was obviously fouled and it appeared that the whistle had sounded and that Cox was going to shoot free throws with no time remaining on the clock. But a quick huddle by the officials decided that the game would not be decided by a foul on such a shot and the official scorer’s table announced that the teams would be headed to overtime. If anyone recalls Perry Central Coach Matt Carter’s playing days at Cannelton and then at USI, they would understand why his team seems to live and die by the 3-point shot. Carter’s team took the overtime-opening tipoff and rung up a 3-pointer just 20 seconds in. The Vikings then turned the ball over, a reoccurring problem for the team all year long. The Commodores were driving toward the basket and a foul was called. When the first free throw of a bonus situation was missed, it appeared for a second that the foul had turned out for the best. However, the Vikings did not block out well and Perry Central was able to come up with the rebound. Again, the Commodores came away empty-handed but on the ensuing possession, Wes Harness was called for an offensive foul as he drove to the basket and from that point forward, the Commodores had a place for the basketball…the freezer.

With a 3-point lead and two minutes remaining, the Vikings were forced to foul and the Commodores responded by shooting 15 free throws in the overtime alone. They won the game 60-55. But turnovers early in the game were as prevalent as points as the Vikings had five turnovers in the first four minutes alone, forcing Wadsworth into an early time out. “I think it was just a case of nerves early on,” Wadsworth said of his team. “We finally started to settle down and we made some big plays to get us back in the game.” Down 9-2 with 3:45 remaining in the first period, Cox drove to the basket and scored. The Vikings picked up the defense using their three-quarter court trapping press and forced some early turnovers and Harness scored on a drive and then two free throws. After the Viking defense forced Perry Central to take a quick time out to avoid a 10-second call, the Vikings again came up with a big play and Harness buried a 3-pointer to give the Vikings their first lead at 11-9. But the 3-ball would give the lead back to Perry Central. Following a Viking miss, the Commodores held for the final shot of the period but the Viking defense held and the deficit was one point at the first stop. But in typical Viking fashion, they allowed

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North Posey senior Alec Beard came off the bench to score six straight points to ignite a Viking run. Photo by Dave Pearce

Tigers gain revenge in tourney By Steve Joos The first time the two boys’ basketball teams met, the Mount Vernon Wildcats and Princeton Tigers were battled into overtime, with the Wildcats prevailing. That wasn’t the cast in Tuesday’s second game of the Class 3A Boonville Sectional. The Cats overcame an early deficit and were able to hold a two-point lead heading into the fourth quarter, but then Princeton overtook them and pulled away for a 66-54 victory. The Tigers went on a 13-2 run to open the fourth quarter, turning a 41-39 Wildcat lead to their advantage, 5243. That was part of a 27-13 run that eliminated the Cats. “The game got away from us a little bit,” Coach Marc Hostetter said. “Princeton did a good job of getting after Mount Vernon junior Drake McNamara goes up strong for the rebound and all the loose balls and offense put-back during Tuesday nights opening round game of the Boonville sectional. rebounds and really turned the tide. (Princeton’s Alex) Photo by Dave Koch

Holder had a great quarter and a really good second half; he came out and made big plays when they needed them. When you’ve got guys like him who are capable of scoring from the inside, outside or at the line, you’ve got to give Princeton credit. They hung around, stayed around and separated themselves down the stretch.” The game was a lot like Mount Vernon’s season, Hostetter said. The Cats fell behind 17-12 after the first quarter when Princeton closed out the period on an 8-2 run, and stretched that lead to 1912 when Kreig McRoberts opened the second chapter with a bucket, but the Wildcats then went on a run of their own, reeling off nine unanswered tallies to go up 21-19. Colin Varner ignited the rampage with a three-pointer; then Bryce Newman, Austin Goebel and Jevin

Redman followed with buckets to put Mount Vernon in the driver’s seat. Princeton reclaimed the lead, but a Troy Paris free throw squared the set at 2222 and then four more charity tosses gave Mount Vernon a 26-24 halftime lead. The Cats maintained that lead until a pair of Kinzer Havill free throws at the outset of the fourth quarter tied the game at 41-41. Foru more free tosses stretched the margin to 45-41 before a putback by Redman cut the lead to 45-43. The Tigers took off from there, tearing off another five points to open a nine-point bulge by the time Newman’s layup broke the Mount Vernon drought. Another eight straight Tiger points gave Princeton a 60-45 lead and the Gibson County squad, which had come into the game on a

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Following storm delay, Rappites end final season in 68-64 loss By Steve Joos The New Harmony boys’ basketball team lost its game with Cannelton in the Tecumseh Class 1A Sectional tournament Friday night. How did it happen? Missed defensive assignments, missed shots at the wrong time, a lack of attention to what coaches call the little things. But the number one reason? Well, that was the uniform number on his back. Brandon Cook was number one in the programs, number one in the scoring column (a game-high 37 points) and number one when it came to shooting down the Rappites’ chances as the Bulldogs eliminated New Harmony 68-64. “The Cook kid had 27 points and we had no answer for him,” Coach Jim Little said. “We didn’t get him in foul trouble and we wanted to take the ball to him and (Quinn Duke, Cannelton’s six-foot-four center) and we did, but the Duke kid had 11 and (Cook) had 37, and that’s the difference in the game.” Little was pleased with the effort he received from his team, especially Kyle Whitmore (who led the Rappites with 25 points) and Elliott Lange (who added 22 tallies and pulled down seven rebounds, both career highs), along with Clint Matthews, who added nine points despite being hobbled by a second quarter injury. “I’m proud of the kids,” Little said. “I told the kids and I mean it, that over my coaching

career, I had two teams I’ll never forget. My last girls’ team at Boonville and this group.” Little called Whitmore’s night “typical Kyle,” while praising Lange for ending his season with a career night. “Elliott Lange is the best offensive rebounder I’ve coached,” Little said. “Offensive rebounding is difficult because you have to position yourself to catch the ball and get it out quickly, but Elliott is good at that.” The Rappites came out and after the game, thanked the crowd which came over to support them. The school band also came over and played prior to the contest and at halftime. For a while, though they had an even chance at rewarding that crowd with an extra game. Buckets by Whitmore and Thomas Steagall gave New Harmony a 14-11 lead in the first quarter, but the Bulldogs cut it to one at the break 14-13. New Harmony led by as many as six points in the second chapter, going up 28-22 on a pair of Lange charity tosses with 3:10 left in the quarter, but the Bulldogs closed out the first half with a 9-2 run and went up at the break 31-30. And yes, Cook was in on a lot of that, hitting a pair of free throws and adding a driving layup to pull Cannelton to within two points at 28-26 before Lange could stretch the lead

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Caleb Mathews gets around his man during the final basketball game played at New Harmony High School gymnasium in late February. The season came to an unexpected early ending when the Rappites fell to Cannelton on Friday night. Photo by Zach Straw

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Evansville Day School has big night in Sectionals was limited to six points in the second half, after Day School went to a trapping zone defense which forced Cook to give up the ball. Elijah Little added 14 for Cannelton, which checked out with a 5-17 mark. At Boonville, Jalen Pendleton and Perry Fairrow did much of the game as the Bosse Bulldogs picked up their second straight Class 3A Sectional championship by upending former North Posey mentor Rick Wilgus’ Memorial Tigers 77-63. Fairrow hit nine of 12 from the field and connected on his first three tries from three-point land as the Bulldogs blew out to a 33-26 halftime lead and then pulled away after the Tigers cut the lead to four points in the third quarter. Fairrow finished with a game-high 23 points, while Pendleton added 17 and Romeo Wright 11 as the 21-4 Bulldogs built leads of as many as 15 points and never let the Tigers get any closer than 49-45 after three periods. Nick Ahlers and Alphonso Baity each dropped in 14 tallies to share game-high honors for Memorial, which closed out its season at 15-7. Brandon Auker and Jacob Dassel each pumped in 10 to

give Memorial four players in double figures. The Bulldogs head for the Hatchet House in Washington this weekend, where Vincennes will be among the Regional teams waiting for them. The Hatchets slapped Jasper 56-41 to take the Washington Sectional Saturday night behind 21 points from Avory Mickens and 15 from Cameron Claycomb. At Huntingburg, the Forest Park Rangers blitzed Mater Dei with a 27-point second quarter and opened a 42-22 halftime lead enroute to a 73-51 victory for the Class 2A Sectional 48 crown. Ben Braunecker got inside for 17 points and Jace Meyer tallied 14 as the Rangers broke out with a 27-11 second quarter that turned a 15-11 contest into a blowout. Meyer hit three threepointers and tallied 11 of his points in the second chapter. Wildcat senior Troy Paris keeps the ball away from his Princeton defender during Noah Klem added 11 for the 17-7 PAC champions, Tuesday nights opening round game at the Boonville sectional. Photo by Dave Koch who now return to Huntingburg for Regional action this weekend. Ryan Wannemuehler paced the Wildcats (14-9) with 20 points, while Will LaRue added 12, including By Steve Joos fense was able to get the never gave up and they just five in the first quarter when The Mount Vernon ball to the open man and battled. They (Mount CarMater Dei was still handing freshman boys’ basketball that kept forcing opposi- mel) had good guard play, around. team wrapped up its season tion defenses to make un- so we just had to match up on a strong note recently, comfortable decisions. with them man to man at winning its invitational Roberts led the team the end of the game. Our tournament. against Boonville with 10 defense was the best we By Steve Joos eight, Nina Bippus seven for under age group, while AlThe freshman Wildcats points, while Wilson and played all year long, which Want your MTV? seven, Renee Bippus six for len and Accord took most edged Mount Carmel 38- Brooks each tallied eight. is a credit to our kids.” The rest of the Southwest- six and Bailey Shumate five valuable honors among sev- 35 for the title after beating Merrick scored seven The team improved all ern Indiana Swim Confer- for five. Julien Glover and en and eight-year-olds. Oth- Boonville 44-27 and post- points, Krizan five, Mitch- season despite losing four ence got as much MTV as Keith Turner each swam in er most valuable swimmers ing a 41-31 victory over ell Jackson four and Dixon players to the reserve team, anyone could handle re- three events and each im- were Collins (9-10), Muen- Gibson Southern to close two. Blair said, adding that the cently, as the Mount Vernon proved in all three. sterman and Jacob Bailey out the regular season. “We continued to stress team deserved to win the MTV Swim Team dominatThe team also got con- (11-12), Claudia Crawford Brandon Merrick scored the importance of defense tourney and he hoped that ed the conference meet, win- siderable improvements and Ethan Harris (13-14), 12 points against Mount and how to make the other they would use the end of ning the title with 6,875 and from Jordan Crabtree, Pearl and Irons and Kelsey Turner Carmel, while Noah Rob- team get out of its rhythm,” the season as a springboard one-half points at the Mount Muensterman, Meredith (15 and over). erts added 11. Austin Kri- Blair said. “I think that to next year. Vernon Junior High pool. Crawford, Sage Irons, Brady Greater Evansville was zan tallied nine points, helped against Gibson Appropriately enough, MTV broke 26 confer- Clements, Taylor Collins, a very distant second with while Hunter Wilson, Southern because we ap- a third different freshman ence records at the meet, Elizabeth Cox, Virginia Jef- 3,095 and one-half points, Wyatt Dixon and Hunter plied a three-quarter court Cat led the team in scoring while 70 percent of the team fries, Jason Hamilton, Emma followed by the Jasper Brooks each put in two. 1-3-1 and got three consec- at Gibson Southern. This turned in lifetime best per- Sawyer, Sophie Kloppen- Aquatic Wildcats (2,000), “We had a strong fin- utive turnovers for points.” time, it was Brooks with formances, with six improv- burg, Haylea Allen, Kelly Boonville Aquatic Dolphins ish the last two weeks of The frosh were able to 15 points. Merrick tallied ing in each of the events Blair, Hannah Durham, Kurt (1,907), Vincennes Swim the season,” frosh coach work those things out in seven points, while Merthey swam in. Kissinger, Connor Accord Team (1,165), Paducah Doug Blair said. “Our kids practice and it paid off, ac- rick and Ty Hurley each Cora Epley was better in and Allison Peralta. Swim Team (1,101), South- were able to work on some cording to the coach. The chipped in five. Krizan all nine of the events she Glover and Connor Her- ridge AQ Raider Gators things in practice that we frosh weren’t happy with chipped in three tallies, swam in, while Kennedy ron were the most valuable (473) and Tecumseh Swim were not able to work on their first meeting against while Jackson, Dixon and McCullough went eight for swimmers for the six and Team when we were playing six Boonville, so the team Wilson each chipped in games in 10 days during emphasized getting of- two. ‘Tigers gain revenge’ Continued from Page B1 January. I think they were fense from the defense and The frosh closed out finally able to understand that kept Boonville’s of- their season at 4-14. Blair seven-game losing streak, Paris only connected on a well for the future. never looked back. trip of charity tosses, while Holder was one player the how important each role fense from getting into any praised the team for its ef“We’ve done that all Koch was limited to two Cats felt they had to keep can be to make a team suc- rhythm. forts during the year, deyear,” Hostetter said. “Be- points. tabs on, Hostetter said. Goe- cessful.” “The championship spite their struggles for ing down doesn’t phase While they were down, bel drew the initial defenThe freshmen received game against Mount Car- most of the campaign. us. Our guys are resilient, Varner and Goebel each sive assignment, but various balanced scoring, Blair mel was just fun and excitthey’ve put the time in over stepped up, scoring 12 and players covered the senior said, adding that the of- ing,” Blair said. “Our kids Continued on Page B4 the course of the season and 10 points, respectively. swingman throughout the they were able to overcome “That’s what being a part game. ‘Vikings fall to Commodores’ Continued from Page B1 it. We just couldn’t find it to- of team is all about,” HostetMount Vernon did a good Perry Central to score the first 13 points of opened the quarter by hitting all three free night offensively.” ter said. “When one guy’s job defending Holder in the second period to fall behind 25-11 before throws after being fouled on a 3-point attempt. The lack of offensive having a bad day, the other the first half, but he got his consistency was something guys have to step up and rhythm going in the second Kyle Swope found Colton Motz open at 3:48 to But Perry Central answered with a three. Cox scored but again the Commodores anwhich hampered the Cats have his back. We need more half, hitting some early third stop the bleeding. After Alec Werry buried two free throws, swered. Werry scored and the Vikings forced Tuesday, Hostetter said, add- of that tonight.” quarter shots to get things senior Alec Beard perhaps saved his best for a turnover and the pass went ahead to Harness ing that it was just something It was tough to have a going, Hostetter said. that happened and some- bad night offensively in the While Holder struggled, what would be the last night of his high school who was fouled. His two free throws followed thing they need to work on Sectional, the coach added, three other Princeton play- basketball career as he came in and fired up the by a bucket on a Werry drive gave the Vikings controlling heading into next but that sometimes happens. ers filled in by hitting double Vikings with a bucket off another quick feed their first lead since 11-9 at 36-34. The score was tied at 36 at the end of the third period and year’s Sectional. Hostetter hoped the loss was figures. Michael Kermode from Swope and then scored off a rebound. After a turnover, Swope again found Beard at 47-all at the end of regulation. Newman paced the Wild- a learning experience for the led the way with 16 points, Training 47-45, Werry’s shot was blocked cats with 19 points, but two underclassmen and wished while Will Neiderhaus tal- open and he scored his sixth point in a row for of the team’s other major the seniors who finished their lied 11 and Havill matched the team. On the Vikings’ final possession of with less than 15 seconds remaining but Cox the first half, they got three cracks at the bas- came up with the loose ball and found Werry offensive threats, Paris and careers with the game (Paris, Holder’s dozen points. Brian Koch, were stymied; Goebel and Tyler Ritzert) Redman and River VanZ- ket as twice they came up with offensive re- open under the basket and he wouldn’t miss ant each scored four points bounds. But the final board went long and was this time. His game-tying bucket set up the drato round out the scoring for picked up by Swope at the top of the key and matic end of regulation. his 3-pointer just before the buzzer pulled the The game marked the end of the high school Tryouts will be held for the coached by Damien Word and Mount Vernon, which ended Vikings back to within 29-24 at the half. basketball careers of Kyle Swope, Jourdan its season with a 7-17 record. two North Posey Babe Ruth North Posey Red is coached “Jourdan Cox was getting tired and we Cox, Colton Motz, Alec Beard, and Austin “We had a really good baseball teams on Saturday, by Zac Voegel. Please comyear,” Hostetter said. “We’ve brought Alec in and he gave us a spark with his Bender. March 17 at 3:30 pm at the municate your intention to experienced some achieve- scoring and strong rebounds,” Wadsworth said. Werry finished the game with 16 points North Posey High School attend the tryout by e-mailing ment, we’ve tried to get “But late in the game, we went back to Jourdan while Harness had 14 and Swope had 11. Beard baseball field. Players should voeg@sbcglobal.net or call- better every day, we were and his experience. We made some heady plays and Cox had six each and Motz had two. bring the appropriate equip- ing 459-3539. always moving forward and but they solved our pressure ment necessary for a tryout To be eligible to partici- that’s something we’ve got and kept us from trapping.” including a glove and protec- pate in Babe Ruth Baseball, to continue to do.” But as they have done so The North Posey Viking to 8 p.m. tive cup as well as cleats and a player must be born on or And they have to avoid many times this season, the Ages 10 to 12 years old a bat if you have them. after May 1, 1996 and prior to fourth quarters like Tuesday Vikings outplayed Perry Cen- baseball program will be contral in the third period. Werry ducting instructional camps Tuesday March 6 and March North Posey Black is May 1, 1999. night’s. for players between the ages 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. of 6 and 14 who would like Ages 13 to 14 years old is to hone their skills in prepa- Tuesday March 6 and 7 from ration for the 2012 baseball 6 to 8 p.m. season. The camps are strucThe camp is offering a tured to help the participants family discount, contact with their hitting, fielding, Coach Smith at 812-202base running, and throwing 2655. The camp will cost abilities. During their time $20 dollars per player for 6 at the camp your child will to 9 year olds. 10 to 14 year be instructed through the olds will cost $30. Instruction philosophies and techniques will take place in the North utilized by the Viking varsity Posey High School gymnabaseball program. Instruction siums. Dates are subject to will be provided by the North change. Players should dress Posey varsity baseball coach- appropriately to participate ing staff. in baseball related drills, inTH Take advantage of this op- cluding in tennis shoes. Playportunity to prepare for your ers should bring a glove and upcoming season, by par- bat for the camp. Four Seasons, One Sunsational Tan ticipating in one of the camp You can find the registra722 Main St, Mt Vernon • 833-2826 dates listed below. tion form for the baseball Ages 6 to 9 years old is camp on our website, www. Thrusday March 8th from 6 poseycountynews.com By Steve Joos It was a big night for Evansville Day School Saturday. Things went pretty well for Bosse and Forest Park as well. Those three teams won their respective Sectional championships Saturday night as Sectional champions were crowned throughout Indiana. Day School made history, while the Big Eight and Pocket Athletic Conferences each sent representatives to the next level with championship night victories. At Tecumseh, Alex Hanke scored 33 points and cleared 12 rebounds as the Eagles captured their first Sectional title ever by clubbing Cannelton 70-52 for the Class 1A Sectional 64 championship. Hanke scored 12 of his points in the third quarter, as the Eagles stretched their six-point halftime lead to 52-41 heading into the final chapter. Basel Allaw added 13 points, while Ethan Black tallied 10 for Day School, which earlier defeated Wood Memorial and Tecumseh to reach the title tilt, and will now travel to Logootee for this weekend’s Regional. Brandon Cook, whose 37 points burned New Harmony in the semifinals, tallied 21 to pace the Bulldogs, but

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Seven from county earn academic honors Seven football players from the Posey County high schools have been named to the Indiana Football Coaches Association’s Region Nine Academic All-State team. Seniors Jourdan Cox, Colton Motz, Bryce Koester and Kurt Siebert represent

North Posey, while Nick Theodosis, Stephen Blanford and John Guggenheim represent Mount Vernon. All of the players named are seniors who started for their respective teams this season and have met the IFCA’s academic requirements for this year.

Lingafelter pitches in Grenadiers’ opener Former North Posey baseball standout Mason Lingafelter’s season is just getting underway, but he’s at least gotten some time in. A sophomore pitcher for the Indiana-Southeast Grenadiers, Lingafelter pitched an inning and two-thirds in IUSE’s season opener Wednesday, a 12-4 loss at Campbellsville where he gave up three hits a run, while walking one. The weatherman has been the biggest winner so far, as several of the Grenadiers’ games have been washed out, including two over the weekend with Mid-Continent University at New Albany and a Sunday home contest against Davenport University. Update: Lingafelter drew his first starting assignment of the young season on Saturday, when he started the

second game of the Grenadiers’ doubleheader at Tennessee Wesleyan. The sophomore hurler yielded three runs on three hits in five and one-third innings, while facing 18 batters. Only two of those runs were earned. Lingafelter also walked four with a strikeout, but did not receive a decision in the game, which TWC won in the bottom of the sixth. For the season, Lingafelter has a 3.86 earned run average with five walks and a strikeout in seven innings. He has given up six hits and four runs, with three of those runs earned. The opposition is hitting .240 off him. Lingafelter didn’t pitch in either game of IUSE’s doubleheader sweep of Berea College (5-3 and 7-6) Saturday, or Tuesday’s split with

Anderson University, where the New Albany school won the opener 5-0, but lost the nightcap 10-6. ISUE was 4-6 through the first game of a Sunday doubleheader with Berea College, won by the Grenadiers 16-13. They are 3-0 in the Kentucky Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and are a unanimous choice to win that league, accoriding to a preseason poll of coaches and KIAC officials. There are plenty of twinbill in the Grenadiers’ future again this week, as they play seven games including three doubleheaders. They host Georgetown for two today (Tuesday) and Asury for a pair of twin bills Friday and Saturday before hosting a Sunday contest with Wisconsin-Parkside. Weather permitting, of course.

Wes Harness is surrounded by the enemy during North Posey’s Sectional game. Photo by Dave Pearce.

Nichole Perry’s week is limited at Charleston

Rynkiewich helps UMSL dominate invite

Former North Posey girls’ basketball standout Nichole Perry had a limited role offensively in last week’s games with the University of Charleston, but she did help out. The freshman guard only scored four points as the Lady Golden Eagles beat Seton Hill 64-62 in their regular season home finale Saturday, but she also cleared two rebounds and handed out two assists in 23 minutes. Perry played 26 minutes in Charleston’s game with Fairmount State Thursday night, but did not score in the 70-63 loss. She did hand out two assists. The Lady Eagles finished

‘Freshman Wildcats’ Continued from Page B2 “Hunter Brooks played solid for us all year and was really scoring well at the end,” the coach said. “Noah Roberts had three really good games at the end just driving the ball and scoring on jump shots and shot fakes.” Blair also cited Krizan’s improved from three-point land, adding that Krizan’s improvement outside opened things up elsewhere

as well. Merrick played well inside both offensively and defensively, while Wilson and Jackson got better at the end of the season. The coach was also pleased with the spark Hurley, Dixon and Garrett Kitterman provided off the bench and thanked the eighth grade boys for helping out with practice near the end of the season. Not bad for 4-14.

Posey Lanes Recap League: Expressway Ford High Game High Series 1. Michelle Sollman 234 1. Michelle Sollman 591 2. Tracy Wilson 199 2. Kathy Ridley 546 3. Jody Mattingly 196 3. Tracy Wilson 546 4. Carolyn Stevens 191 4. Jody Mattingly 545 5. Dorothy Rueger 191 5. Dorothy Rueger 517 League: Access Storage High Game High Series 1. Sandy Wilson 222 1. Pam Hickey 551 2. Pam Hickey 190 2. Sandy Wilson 516 3. Marcia Lange 174 3. Marcia Lange 498 4. Gaylynn Reese 169 4. Lois Durnil 478 5. Lois Durnil 167 5. Gaylynn Reese 452 League: Men’s Major High Game High Series 1. Dirk Danks 278 1. Dick Danks 763 2. Chris Oeth 258 2. Dile Wilson 706 3. Brandon Thomas 253 3. Chris Oeth 664 4. Danny Ziegler 247 4. Brandon Thoams 643 5. Dile Wilson 247 5. Bill Ricketts 637 League: First Bank High Game High Series 1. Vonda Irvin 201 1. Vonda Irvin 501 2. Judy Goodwin 189 2. Judy Goodwin 482 3. Naomi Overton 182 3. Naomi Overton 482 4. Ann Brooks 174 4. Pete Rohlman 478 5. Pete Rohlman 169 5. Gerri Steele 474 League: T.M.I Hotshots High Game High Series 1. Dana Deckard 197 1. Dana Dekard 546 2. Carole Doherty 196 2. Carole Doherty 514 3. Donna DeLong 193 3. Joyce Jackson 507 4. Martha Phillips 183 4. Donna DeLong 502 5. Joyce Jackson 181 5. Sandy Wilson 477 League: Men’s Commercial 1. Allen Rush 261 1. Dile Wilson 726 2. Howard Rush Sr. 258 2. Darrell Brown 662 3. Joe Anderson 258 3. Dave Little 633 4. Dile Wilson 256 4. Howard Rush Sr. 632 5. James Key 247 5. Joe Anderson 626 Jr-Sr. High Elementary 1. Eli Goforth 267 1. Justin Rietman 127 2. Dane Wilson 257 2. Jordan Carr 125 3. Mathew Strupp 236 3. Lera Wilson 115 4. Kaleb Burnett 198 4. Lauren Carr 105 5. Logan Cox 188 5. Sidney Sollman 101 Bumpers 1. Allessandro Bommarito 102

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impressive at third doubles, as she teamed with Leticia Garcia to beat post victories over Principia’s Courtney Banko and Marianna Hronek on Friday (83) and the Missouri Baptist duo of Cortez and Nicole Zevlever (8-0) on Saturday. UMSL slammed Principia 8-1 on Friday and then whitewashed Missouri Baptist 9-0 Saturday. The Lady Tritons’ home opener is set for Wednesday against Ferris State and they will host Southern Indiana on March 18.

in six points and pulled down two caroms in Charleston’s 70-63 loss to Concord University at Athens. The freshman guard also handed out two assists. Perry scored nine points and grabbed two rebounds as Charleston upset PittJohnstown 56-51 the tourney opener at Johnstown, PA. She also handed out an assist and registered a steal as the Lady Golden Eagles upended the Lady Mountain cats, who tied for sixth in the WVIAC. That victory earned Charleston a trip to the second round of the tourney at the Charleston Civic Center Coliseum on Saturday, where they fell to Concord

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The University of Missouri-St. Louis women’s tennis team dominated last weekend’s Principia Tournament and former Mount Vernon standout Katie Rynkiewich did her part to help the Lady Tritons rule the Elsah, IL event. The UMSL senior won both of her matches at fifth singles, beating Caroline Korthals of Principia 6-2.6-0 on Friday and then topping Alexia Cortez of Missouri Baptist 6-0,6-1 on Saturday. Rynkiewich was just as

their season with a 13-15 record after splitting their games in the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference tournament. They were 11-11 in conference play during the regular season and tied West Liberty for eighth place in the WVIAC. The regular season didn’t end well for Parry and the Lady Eagles, as they dropped their last two regular season games last week. She scored seven points, dished out three assists and had two steals Saturday, but it wasn’t enough as Charleston fell to West Virginia State 83-76 at Institute. She also grabbed a pair of defensive rebounds in the loss. On Wednesday, Perry put

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SPORTS ‘Rappites’ final season’ Continued from Page B1 back to 30-26 with just under two minutes left in the period, and then giving them the lead on a turnaround jumper with 42.6 ticks left on the clock before halftime. Unfortunately for the Rappites, the sophomore guard was just getting warmed up. After falling behind 33-30 at the outset of the third quar-

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ter, New Harmony battled back to take the lead on a putback by Whitmore and Matthews’ three-pointer. Cook gave the lead back to Cannelton, but Steagall and Matthews put the Rappites up by four at 39-35. Cannelton forged another tie before Lange’s free throws gave New Harmony a 47-45 advantage heading into the final chapter. But the Rappite missed a pair of charity tosses at the outset of the fourth quarter and Cook took over, providing all the offense in a 13-5 run that basically put the game away. His first two buckets gave the Bulldogs a 49-47 lead a minute into the fourth period. A Matthews three-pointer restored New Harmony’s advantage, but Cook took it right back with a pair of free tosses two minutes into the frame. After that, Cook, er, Cannelton never looked back, even though New Harmony

Above: The Mt. Vernon Junior High Bobcat Wrestling team: Front Row - Austin Bethel, Andrew Schmidt, Paul Konrath, Jacob Crissup, Noah Keller, Harley Gorman, Micah Keller, Jarod Cannato, Shane Vantlin, Jimmy Marshall. Back Row - Asst.,Coach Drew Burkhart, Head Coach Hunter Stevens, Asst., Dustin Rubenacker, Tyler Dekemper, Tristen Choate, Zach Peerman, Wade Ripple, Phillip Minton, Cameron Maier, Ryan Miller, Collin Pate, Hanson Cox, Dominik Cox, Jarod Rye, Kyle Lang, Alex Vantlin, HS Head Coach Tim Alcorn. Photo Submitted closed to within two points on a free throw by Lange with 5:06 to go in the game,

and then stayed within three points for the rest of the way. The Bulldogs did build an eight-point lead late in the game, first on a three-point play by Cook and then when (who else?) Cook stole the ball and took it in with under a minute to go, The Rappites didn’t quit, however, pulling back to

within three at 67-64 on a putback by Lange with 3.4 ticks left on the clock. But a free throw by Cook with two seconds left put the game away. “We had to screen and get people off of (Whitmore),” Little explained. “We got some people in foul trouble and that hurt a little bit. That’s

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The Mt. Vernon Junior High Bobcat Wrestling team had another very impressive weekend by winning the Memorial “March Mayhem” Invitational again this year! The Bobcats beat Princeton 80-15, Castle North 67-19, previously undefeated Southridge 70-30, and were able to avenge an earlier loss

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the type of thing we had to battle through.” Losing Matthews and Caleb McDaniel to injuries early in the game didn’t help matters, either. The Rappites closed out the last boys’ basketball season in school history with a 3-20 record, but Little was pleased with the team’s effort, adding that the team was enjoyable to be around, as were the parents. Steagall scored four points for the Rappites, while Dylan Wight and A.J. Eaton each put in two. McDaniel didn’t score, but he did clear seven rebounds. The Rappites had similar problems in their final regular season contest, a 61-54 loss to Agape Christian in Murphysboro, IL. New Harmony took a 1615 lead after the first quarter and stretched it to 35-29 at halftime, but the Knights came back in the second half and a 17-7 fourth quarter outburst erased the New Harmony lead, which had been cut in half after three quarters to 47-44. Whitmore led the Rappites with 23 points, while Matthews put in 16, Lange eight and Eaton one. Matt Frizzell paced Agape Christian with 23 points.

How to help kids find the right extracurricular activity Today’s kids are busier than ever before. Be it the increasingly competitive nature of scholastic life or the increase of two-income households where kids need something to do other than come directly home after school, children today are much busier than their school-aged counterparts of yesteryear. While it can be fun and beneficial for kids to participate in extracurricular activities, finding the right fit isn’t as easy as it sounds. When helping kids find an extracurricular activity, it’s best to consider a host of factors. Especially keep in mind that not all kids are the same with respect to interests. And what was enjoyed by their parents won’t necessarily be enjoyed by them. The best place to start is to speak to kids about their interests. Just because Dad loved playing football doesn’t mean Junior is destined to be a gridiron great. Kids have their own interests, and those interests can be cultivated with the right extracurricular activity. For example, a creative child might enjoy an after-school art class a couple of times per week. Parents should also consider extracurriculars that can help kids grow as people. For instance, a child who’s shy in public but loves hamming it up at home might embrace an after-school theater program. Parents want their kids to be as safe after school as they are during it. When looking for an extracurricular activity, inquire about the staff-tochild ratio and about the staff’s professional background. Any staff-to-child ratio that is greater than 12:1 likely indicates a program that is understaffed, which could mean kids won’t get the attention they need. Also, ask for the staff’s references and work history in the field of child care. If certification is necessary or recommended, make sure the staff meets all requirements.

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LEGALS Legals

Court News

2012-039

Arrests February 16 Michael Trible—Mount Vernon—Operating While Intoxicated—ISP February 17 Dustin Schoening— Mount Vernon—Warrant, Contempt of Court—PCS February 18 Nichoel Roy—Evansville—Battery by Bodily Waster, Battery on Law Enforcement, Disorderly Conduct—PCS February 19 Jayson Harmon—Mount Vernon—Operating While Intoxicated—ISP Michael Ellison—Norris City, Ill.—Operating While Intoxicated—ISP February 20 Phillip Williams—Wadesville—Operating While Intoxicated, Breath Test Refusal—ISP February 22 John Greenwell—Mount Vernon—Operating While Intoxicated, Reckless Driving, Resisting Law Enforcement—PCS Brandi Shepherd—Mount Vernon—Theft—MVPD Complaints February 13 5:50 a.m.—Reckless— Eastbound semi all over roadway—I 64, 7 mm 8:01 a.m.—Domestic— Caller keeps yelling “come and get me”. Advised he just beat the (*) out of his exwife. Asked if she needed medical, he said no, she is the one telling him he is the one that beat her up. He stated all he did was move her out of the way. Caller is very agitated, keeps going back and forth, talking about different things. He advised he will be going with the police no matter what it takes. He advised ”he needs his vacation, come and get me.” 10:49 a.m.—Reckless— Advised semi swerving from lane to lane. Box truck, red cab, white box—I 64, 7 mm 11:42 a.m.—Repossession—2004 Chevy Silver. Owner is aware—Mary Anderson Road, Wadesville 12:18 p.m.—Theft—AC unit was cut off and taken from residence. The house is owned by the bank. Needing a copy of complaint for company—Haines Road, Wadesville 3:03 p.m.—Accident— Advised someone hit vehicle. Not over $1,000.00 worth of damage. No officer needed, just wanted this on file—Ford Road S, Mount Vernon 4:58 p.m.—Deliver Message—Advise female subject of male subject’s release—Caribou Dr, Evansville 5:45 p.m.—Welfare C heck—Vehicle came by house. Caller stated officer advised her if this happened again to report it. Black/gray small pickup truck. Has a paw print sticker with letters M and D inside it. Caller advised vehicle is just driving by her home. Claims this is the same vehicle that threw the bottle out that burned their shed down Friday. Would like an officer to come by and check—New Harmony Road, Stewartsville February 14

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7:14 a.m.—Suspicious— Advised someone has put a dead rabbit’s head on a stick and leaned it against her vehicle. Requesting an officer—N Main St, Griffin 7:41 a.m.—Breaking and Entering—Advised someone has broken into barn. Items missing—Breeze Road, Mount Vernon 10:45 a.m.—Theft—.22 pistol—Wiggins Road, Poseyville 11:28 a.m.—VIN Inspection—Boat trailer—Don’s

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2012-039 Continued from B5

Towing, Poseyville 12:08 p.m.—Road Hazard—Line coming down over the road—Davis and Main, Poseyville 10:52 p.m.—Reckless— White Honda Accord all over the roadway—Watertank Road, Poseyville February 15 8:48 a.m.—Agency Assist—Female was involved in a hit and run in Evansville. 33 year-old white female should be in a 2000 blue Ford Explorer 4-door with short bed. Possible light damage to right front bumper and possible headlight— Middle Mt. Vernon Road, Mount Vernon 12:40 p.m.—VIN Inspection—Boat trailer—Mt. Pleasant Road, Poseyville 5:28 p.m.—Accident— Black VW slid off the road— Boberg Road, city not listed February 16 3:17 p.m.—Domestic— Caller advised she has received multiple phone calls of a male subject beating up a female subject. Also advised they can hear a baby crying—Big Creek Apartments, Blairsville 6:06 p.m.—Welfare Check—Requests a welfare check in reference subject making threats to Social Security office. Subject was denied social security and stated he was going to go there and blow everyone’s (*) head off—Address Unknown 7:21 p.m.—Accident— Caller advised one vehicle hit a pole and it is on the ground. Air bags have deployed. Vehicle in field. Advised the subject does not need medical attention— Scherer Road, Poseyville · 8:14 p.m.—Reckless—Advised semi with no brake lights or tail lights—I 64, Cynthiana exit February 17 6:03 a.m.—Accident— Caller has went into ditch— Hwy 65, Cynthiana 6:07 a.m.—Drugs—Hidden Valley Apartments, Mount Vernon 9:29 a.m.—Fraud—Received a phone call Tuesday evening. Female subject kept asking questions and had caller talk to three different verification officers— Downen Road, Wadesville 9:59 a.m.—Restraining Violation—Restraining order against female subject. She has had a friend texting, wanting to pick the baby up for a visit. This happened last night when everyone was in bed—Steammill St, New Harmony 5:00 p.m.—Accident— Maroon Grand Prix in the ditch. No injuries—St. Phillips Road, Mount Vernon 6:03 p.m.—Alarm—Panic alarm and lobby motion— New Harmony Opera House, New Harmony 6:30 p.m.—Domestic— Advised a lot of yelling and screaming going on—S Locust, Poseyville 6:38 p.m.—Alarm— Overhead door-Frontage Road, Poseyville 9:30 p.m.—Alarm—Residence silent garage door— Kemmerling Road, Griffin February 18

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8:36 a.m.—Animal Problem—Horse in the road— Hwy 66, Wadesville 8:50 a.m.—Traffic Offense—White Escort with small child in the backseat that is not in a car seat—I 64, 9 mm 9:33 a.m.—Abandoned Vehicle—A black Acura sitting in employee parking lot, plate is expired. The car is backed in and has been there since 7:30 a.m.—Hirsch’s, Poseyville 9:50 p.m.—Suspicious— Caller advised there were 3 juveniles in the middle of the road setting a fire. He advised one set his jacket on fire. They put it out and they took off. All three white males wearing jeans. 2 wearing hoodies and one with a shirt—Middle Mt. Vernon

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LEGALS Court News continued and Ford Road, Mount Vernon February 19 8:30 a.m.—Accident— Vehicle and tree—Diamond Island Road, St. Wendel 10:40 a.m.—Citizen Dispute—Wants to speak with a deputy in reference to landlord has changed locks on rent house. Has set her personal items outside. However, she still has furniture and

other items in the house that belong to her—Copperline Road, Mount Vernon 11:02 a.m.—Property Damage—Sometime during the night someone ran over mailbox. There is damage to the yard as well. Requesting extra patrol—Blackford Road, Mount Vernon 1:21 p.m.—Alarm—Senior main entrance—High School Road, Poseyville

2:08 p.m.—Standby— Needs to get dog from this residence and take male subjects belongings—Grossman Road, Mount Vernon 4:54 p.m.—Trespassing— Caller advised subject is on his property. Had been mudding and is stuck at this time. Caller advised this is posted property—Whipple Creek Road, Mount Vernon Probate

Legals 2012-040 ORDINANCE NO. 2012-2 AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING REAL ESTATE INTO THE CORPORATE BOUNDARY OF NEW HARMONY, INDIANA

WHEREAS, the Town desires to annex certain property into the Town of New Harmony; and WHEREAS, the owner of said property desires to be annexed into the Town. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. That the following described real estate shall be annexed into the corporate limits of the Town of New Harmony, Indiana: Part of Northeast Quarter (NE ¼) of Section one (1), Township Five (5) South, Range Fourteen (14) West, Part of the Southeast Quarter (SE ¼) of Section Thirty-six (36), Township Four (4) South, Range Fourteen(14) West, and Part of the Northwest Quarter (NW ¼) of Section Six (6), Township Five (5) South, Range Thirteen (13) West, Harmony Township, Posey County, Indiana more particularly described as follows: Commencing at a 5/8 inch iron pin with cap inscribed “Fred Kuester IN RLS S0137” [hereinafter referred to as a Kuester pin] set marking the Northeast Corner of the Northeast Quarter of said Section 1; thence along the north line of said quarter section South 89 degrees 56 minutes 44 seconds West thirty-three and no hundredths (33.00) feet to a Kuester pin set marking the initial point of beginning of the following described real estate; thence parallel with the east line of said quarter section South 01 degrees 14 minutes 11 seconds West four hundred forty-nine and seventy-four hundredths (449.74) feet to a Kuester pin set on west right-of way of State Road 69; thence South 71 degrees 53 minutes 12 seconds East one hundred sixty-four and fifty-nine hundredths (164.59) feet to the east right-of way of State Road 69; thence along said right-of-way South 14 degrees 14 minutes 21 seconds West three hundred sixty-two and ninety-four hundredths (362.94) feet; thence North 83 degrees 13 minutes 42 seconds West one hundred eighty and ten hundredths (180.10) feet to the west right-of-way of State Road 69; thence along a fence South 42 degrees 20 minutes 24 seconds West one hundred eighty-five and sixty-eight hundredths (185.68) feet; thence along said fence South 35 degrees 42 minutes 49 seconds West four hundred fifty-five and forty-eight hundredths (455.48) feet; thence leaving said fence South 44 degrees 47 minutes 39 seconds West one hundred seventeen and twenty hundredths (117.20) feet to a ditch; thence along said ditch South 58 degrees 37 minutes 48 seconds West one hundred fourteen and thirty-two hundredths (114.32) feet; thence along said ditch South 74 degrees 47 minutes 59 seconds West one hundred and five hundredths (100.05) feet; thence along said ditch South 47 degrees 34 minutes 05 seconds West one hundred seven and sixty-nine hundredths (107.69) feet; thence along said ditch South 37 degrees 17 minutes 10 seconds West ninety-four and sixty-six hundredths (94.66) feet; thence along said ditch South 10 degrees 24 minutes 07 seconds West one hundred forty-eight and seventy-two hundredths(148.72) feet; thence leaving said ditch North 86 degrees 15 minutes 05 seconds West one hundred seventy and forty-five hundredths (170.45) feet; thence North 89 degrees 54 minutes 23 seconds West eighty-one and forty-four hundredths (81.44) feet; thence North 00 degrees 55 minutes 37 seconds East two thousand fifty-one and forty-two hundredths (2051.42) feet to a 5/8 inch iron pin found 2 inches below grade, being New Harmony corporate limit per Ordinance 2010-8; thence along said corporate limit North 00 degrees 44 minutes 59 seconds East three hundred five and twenty-five hundredths (305.25) feet to a Kuester pin found; thence continue along said corporate limit North 86 degrees 47 minutes 28 seconds West one hundred fifty and eighty-seven hundredths (150.87) feet to a Kuester pin found; thence continue along said corporate limit North 03 degrees 09 minutes 59 seconds East ninety-five and sixty-five hundredths (95.65) feet to the New Harmony corporate limit per Ordinance 2010-2; thence along said corporate limit South 88 degrees 57 minutes 54 seconds East four hundred fifty-three and fifty-three hundredths (453.53) feet to a point 216 feet southerly of the center of State Road #66 [also known as New Harmony-Princeton Road and Church Street]; thence continue along said corporate limit North 00 degrees 31 minutes 13 seconds East two hundred forty-nine and thirty-seven hundredths (249.37) feet to the north right-of-way line of said road; thence continue along said right-of-way line and corporate limit South 89 degrees 50 minutes 30 seconds East four hundred twelve and sixty-two hundredths (412.62) feet to the corner of said corporate limit; thence South 00 degrees 05 minutes 04 seconds East sixty and sixteen hundredths (60.16) feet to the south line of said road; thence along said south line South 89 degrees 28 minutes 47 seconds East one hundred ninety-three and ninety-three hundredths (193.93) feet to a concrete right-of-way marker; thence South 63 degrees 33 minutes 54 seconds East fifty-five and ninety hundredths (55.90) feet to a concrete right-of-way marker; thence North 89 degrees 52 minutes 21 seconds East two hundred eighteen and seventy-eight hundredths (218.78) feet to a Kuester pin set thirty-three and no hundredths (33.00) feet westerly of the east line of Section 36; thence parallel with said east line South 01 degrees 18 minutes 19 seconds West eight hundred twenty-three and ninety-five hundredths (823.95) feet to the point of beginning. CONTAINING 60.22 ACRES MORE OR LESS. Section 2. This ordinance shall become effective immediately upon passage. PASSED AND ADOPTED this 16th day of February, 2012. _David R. Campbell___________ _Linda Warrum_______________ _Karen S. Walker______________ _Joe Straw____________________

Hellen Mattingly Rosemary Bach Michael Burns Christian Maier Thomas Hammer Irene Geiss Jeanette Thompson Wesley Phillips Circuit Court Civil Steven Money vs. Joyce Bauer Kimberly Deuerling vs. Sarah Muntzer LVNV Funding vs. Keith Hart Stewart and Irwin, P.C. vs. Matthew Lakes Main Street Acquisition Corporation vs. James Tinsley, Jr. Main Street Acquisition Corporation vs. Michael McGrew National Credit Adjusters, LLC vs. Linda Spiehler Deaconess Hospital, Incorporated vs. Richard Davis Equable Ascent Financial, LLC vs. Richard Stallings Equable Ascent Financial, LLC vs. Amy Creek Midland Funding, LLC vs. Nicholas Fuelling Chad Thompson, Kelly Thompson vs. Phillip Williams and David Esche Construction, Incorporated State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance vs. Raymond Johnston, William Reynolds Bank of America vs. Todd Brandenstein, Mindy Brandenstein, Fifth Third Bank JP Morgan Chase Bank vs. Thomas Phillips, Alicia Phil-

lips Wells Fargo Bank, NA vs. Jeffrey Montgomery, Deshay Melton, Unknown Tenant JP Morgan Chase Bank vs. Joann Wrobel Superior Court Civil State of Indiana, Indiana Department of Transportation vs. Kaleb Collard Sherry Meadows vs. Gilbert Adler Andrei Sharygin vs. Erin Boyd Charlee Bayne McFadin, Higgins, and Folz, LLP vs. Robert Grigsby American Acceptance Company, LLC vs. Amy Williams Capital One Bank vs. Darla Woolsey Midland Funding, LLC vs. William Jolley Mike Hardy vs. Danny Lawson, Alisha Trafford Moose Lewis Contracting, Incorporated vs. Stacy Arnold Nicholas Volz, DDS vs. Bonnie Evans, Darren Evans LL Receivables Company vs. Erica Linck Twin Lakes Mobile Home Park vs. Nathan Williams Twin Lakes Mobile Home Park vs. Melvin Englebright Mike Greenwell Construction, LLC vs. Patricia Peay Western Hills Country Club vs. Wade Morris Moose Lewis Contracting, Incorporated vs. Dan Green Twin Lakes Mobile Home Park vs. Mary Weed Deaconess Hospital, Incorporated vs. Betty Wilson Derrick Bulkley Motors, LLC vs. Mike Ziegler

Legals 2012-041 The annual meeting of the Liberty Cemetery Board will be on Wednesday, March 14, 2012, at the Masonic Lodge in Cynthiana Indiana at 6:30PM. Published in the Posey County News on March 6, 2012

2012-038 The following County Operating Claims have been filed with the Auditor's Office and will be presented to the Board of Commissioners, POSEY COUNTY, IN at the regular session on March 6, 2012. Baier & Baier, Attorneys at Law William Gooden Farris Reporting Jean Hadley S Brent Almon McFadin Higgins & Folz VanHaaaften & Farrar Allyn & Givens Smith & Butterfield Angela S Weiss Printcrafters Jake Warrum West Pymt Center John Andrew Goodridge AT & T Lasertone Lexisnexis Matthew Bender & Co. Grand Total:

ATTEST _______________________________ Karla L. Atkins, Clerk-Treasurer

Nicholas Wildeman Posey County Auditor

Published in the Posey County News on March 6, 2012

2012-039 Continued from B6

Published in the Poesy County News on March 6, 2012

6,034.71 2,691.50 1,715.79 736.25 5.75 907.44 2,782.38 380.00 300.95 110.00 195.98 3,895.00 3,011.08 2,137.50 188.86 84.00 82.89 239.60 25,499.68

Deaconess Hospital, Incorporated vs. Joseph Ethridge Deaconess Hospital, Incorporated vs. Herbert Talley, III Deaconess Hospital, Incorporated vs. Kristie Smith Deaconess Hospital, Incorporated vs. Deeann Patterson Martin Orthodontics, LLC vs. Jason Gish, Mary Gish Madisonville West Properties vs. Eric Grubb Tower Construction vs. Joedy Stambush Hoosier Accounts Service vs. Casey Jackson Hoosier Accounts Service vs. Cory Thompson Hoosier Accounts Service vs. Tammie Burgess Hoosier Accounts Service vs. Dawnerice Osborne Hoosier Accounts Service vs. David Jones Hoosier Accounts Service vs. Harold Heath, III Hoosier Accounts Service vs. Mikel Butts Hoosier Accounts Service vs. Anthony Seale, Jr. Hoosier Accounts Service vs. Sharon Taylor Hoosier Accounts Service vs. Laurie Ann Cornette Hoosier Accounts Service vs. Reneeca Clark Hoosier Accounts Service vs. Michael Harshbarger, Jean Harshbarger Home Sweet Home Properties, LLC vs. Leann Mourer, Gary Mourer Home Sweet Home Properties, LLC vs. Tammy Mello, Jeff Bulla McFadin, Higgins and Folz, LLP vs. Teresa Davis Gene Carlton vs. Mark Porter, Mary Porter Citimortgage, Incorporated vs. Paul Quinzer, Cindy Quinzer, Countrywide Home Loans, Incorporated Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. vs. Timothy Ruff, American General Financial Services, Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. PNC Bank, National Association vs. Karen Huff, Bryan Huff Loancare, a Division of FNF Servicing, Incorporated vs. Frances Wood-Osborne Everbank vs. Stephen Cox, Elizabeth Cox, Old National Bank Barclays Bank Delaware vs. Dannie Keown FIA Card Services NA vs. Judie Chapman Discover Bank vs. Julie Wescott LVNV Funding, LLC vs. Stephanie Gresham LVNV Funding, LLC vs. Keith Hart Asset Acceptance, LLC vs. Vickie McKenzie Cavalry Portfolio Services, LLC vs. Eric Dreshfield Midland Funding, LLC vs. Brian Reidford Cach, LLC vs. Tony James Equable Ascent Financial, LLC vs. Shelley West Marketing Three, LLC vs. Terrilea Brown Marriage Applications Adam Scott Martin, 22, Wadesville and Jerrica Bree Moore, 23, Wadesville Omobea Kotea Miller, 28, Evansville and Natalie B. Carlino, 34, Mount Vernon Damian Bart Chism, 39, Mount Vernon and Kellie Denise Murphy, 34, Mount Vernon David Scott Day, 31, Mount Vernon and Philadelphia Faith Cornelius, 32, Mount Vernon Mark A. Jones, 44, Wadesville and Kathryn E. Croce, 46, Wadesville Derek David Tompkins, 30, Evansville and Christine Suzanna Cordle, 30, Mount Vernon Dane S. Schapker, 22, Poseyville and Autumn R. Cardwell, 30, Poseyville Jesse Rudolph Ellard, Jr., 58, Evansville and Diana Lynn Heldt, 54, Newburgh Kippy Dale Metzger, 32, Mount Vernon and Brittany Lynn Mills, 23, Mount Vernon David William Knight, 34, Wadesville and Amber Dawn Yates, 32, Wadesville Mark Allen Clodfelter, 47, West Salem, Ill. and Amy Elizabeth Pearson, 42, Mt. Carmel, Ill. Martin Dion Berry, 47, Mount Vernon and Deanna Marie Klaser, 47, Mount Vernon

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