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Adams edges Gibbs
In the only contested race in Posey County on Tuesday, Mount Vernon political newcomer Ed Adams edged former Black Township Trustee Albert Gibbs. Adams will now face the only Republican on the Mount Vernon City Council in Andy Hoehn in the fall general election. Hoehn was appointed when his wife, Nancy, who served on the Council, was elected Posey County’s Assessor in November.
Dinner concert offered
The Mount Vernon High School Vocal Music Dept. will host a “Sweetheart Dinner and Concert” on Tuesday, May 17 at 6:30 p.m. in the MVHS cafeteria. Entertainment will be provided by the MVHS Chamber Choir and men’s ensemble “Cul” and will include selections ranging from Broadway to “Do Wop.” Tickets are $10 per person and include dinner and the concert. For reservations, please call 833-5932.
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Fourth Posey ambulance favored Audit finds Council must decide whether to fund recommendation By Dave Pearce The big event of Tuesday morning’s Posey County Commissioner’s meeting was supposed to have been the announcement concerning the ambulance recommendation. But when Commissioner president Scott Moye opened Tuesday’s 9 a.m. meeting, there were more people in attendance regarding a zoning ordinance than were there to hear the ambulance announcement. But at the conclusion of the meeting, Moye told those left in attendance that it would be the recommendation of the commissioners to add a fourth ambulance to Posey County and station it in Marrs Township. Moye also indicated that Poseyville’s 24-hour 7-day a week ambulance would return to its station and EMS director Chuck Thompson was instructed to go ahead and make sure that a “demonstrator” ambulance which
had been priced is still available. While most of the commissioners’ approved items are routinely funded by the Posey County Council, residents will have to wait until at least this week’s Posey County Council meeting to see if the body that controls the county’s purse strings will find a way to pay the $450,000 in additional appropriations to get the ambulance up and running. Along with the ambulance, the $450,000 figure includes a raise for EMS personnel to help attract ambulance personnel, which is said to have been a problem in the past. The Commissioners were aggressive with their plan, indicating that following the March 29 full-house meeting at the Posey County 4-H Fairgrounds community
Robb Township alums meet
Attendees of the Robb Township School in Poseyville will hold their 36th annual alumni reunion on June 11, 2011 at the St. Francis Cafeteria in Poseyville. For reservations, please send $14.50 to Helen Niemeier, 5412 West Haven Drive, Evansville, Ind., 47220 by June 1.
North Posey honors day set
North Posey High School will hold its annual Honors Program on Wednesday, May 18, 2011 in the high school main gym. The program will begin at 8:15 a.m. with the presentation of academic and scholastic awards.
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$15 for trips in the surrounding area and $30 round trip to Evansville. Jackson added that his cab may provide service within a 50-mile radius of Mount Vernon, including Illinois and Kentucky. Jackson agreed to update the board on any changes he may make to his business. In other business: •Leonardo Gonzales, the newest officer with the Mount Vernon Police Department, or MVPD, was sworn in by Clerk-Treasurer Cristi Sitzman. Thomas Rueger, MVPD’s newly appointed detective sergeant,
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NHS Alumni to meet
The New Harmony Alumni Association will be holding the 99th annual dinner and dance on Saturday, May 28, 2011. Dinner will be at 6 (doors open at 5), the dance will be immediately after the dinner and will be open to the public. For more information check the website at www.newharmonyalumni.org
Port info meeting set
The Chamber of Commerce of Southwest Indiana-Posey County Committee will host a noon meeting on Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at Western Hills Country Club to learn more about the Port of Indiana- Mount Vernon, its businesses and its affect on our region.
Wadesville Farmer’s market
Posey County Farm Bureau, Inc., are starting a Farmer’s Market in Wadesville this summer. It will be open on Thursday afternoons from approximately June 16-Sept. 1 in the empty lot across from Subway at the corner of Hwy 66 & Springfield Rd. from 3-6pm or until produce is sold out. There will be a vendor mtg. on Thurs. May 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wadesville Fire Dept. Anyone interested in being a vendor should plan to attend, or they may contact Carla Schenk at 673-2151.
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Point Township residents use a boat to help take care of their neighbors and animals as record flooding has taken over Posey County. See Page 11 for more photos of the flood. Photo by Dave Pearce
Record rainfall leaves farmers behind By Dave Pearce The second wettest April on record has many Posey County residents scratching their heads, especially those involved in the farming community. While it appears that the Ohio River has crested and has begun a slow downward trend, it will leave behind roads that have been damaged by the currents as well as great uncertainty as to when farmers will be able to begin getting into the fertile croplands along the Ohio and Wabash rivers. According to the Advanced Hydrological Prediction Service (AHPS), the Ohio River rose to 46.78 feet (14.26 meters) at Evansville, and reached 56.94 feet (17.35 meters) at J.T. Myers Lock and Dam on
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May 5, 2011. The crest at the Lock and Dam was the highest recorded since 1937. Meanwhile, the Wabash River rose to 23.67 feet (7.21 meters) at New Harmony (north of the area shown here)—the highest water level since 1943. Just when it looked like things might be getting a little better in Posey County last week a position of the man-made levee in New Harmony was damaged by a log that was carried by the swift current into the sandbags. Although members of the Posey County Emergency Management Association were immediately aware and
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Erika Myers-Bromwell along with infant Carson Walker sell peonies from New Harmony’s Fragrant Farms on Saturday morning at the Arts in Harmony celebration of artisans and their work. Photo by Pam Robinson
By Pam Robinson Mount Vernon Cab Service was unanimously approved for business by the Mount Vernon Board of Public Works and Safety at the Thursday, May 5, meeting. Owner and operator L.B. Jackson appeared for the vote, which followed a quiet public hearing, with all his paperwork in order. A Mount Vernon resident for eight years, Jackson said he believes the city needs a cab service, especially for the elderly. He explained that his patrons will receive monthly bills for his service. With no meter in his cab, Jackson will bill according to flat rate charges: $10 for Mount Vernon trips,
Poseyville utility funds are missing By Valerie Werkmeister Disappointment and shock is how Poseyville Town Council President Bruce Baker indicated he first felt after learning last December that former clerk-treasurer, Chris Lupfer, allegedly stole $53,557 in town funds. Accountants from the Indiana State Board of Accounts (SBOA) completed their six-month investigation last week and published their findings online at their website www.indiana.gov/sboa.Lupfer in December after a routine state audit found discrepancies in the town’s records and bank statements. According to Baker, SBOA accountant Karla Giesler, contacted him early last November while performing a routine three-year audit citing irregularities in bank statements. “I was in shock and disbelief at the time. The evidence showed it had happened, but I was still shocked,” Baker said. “I think we were all hurt by it, it was kind of hard to believe.” Lupfer was elected in 2004 and prior audits had shown no problems he added. “Now, I feel very disappointed and the legal system has to take its course,” Baker said. “We cooperated fully with the State Board of Accounts and the State Police. We didn’t want to harm their investigation in any way.” Baker declined to talk openly about the matter while the investigation was underway the past few months. According to the SBOA report, Lupfer had created a very complicated and intricate procedure to steal funds and conceal it by tampering with bank statements. She also falsified reports and claims that were given to town council members for their review each month. After giving the council their report, she would often go back and make changes to the report after the claims had been approved. This allowed her the ability to cut multiple checks to herself without anyone’s knowledge. “There’s no way anyone in the office or on the board could have noticed this because she did a very good job covering it up,” Baker said. It was only after meticulous review by Giesler, that she discovered Lupfer had apparently forgotten to make changes, thus resulting in differing balances. The one-time careless mistake caused the entire elaborate scheme to unravel. According to the report, not only did Lupfer create and cash additional paychecks for herself, she also bounced checks using town funds and used a bank purchasing card to pay for personal items such as meals at Harold’s Restaurant, The Feed Mill and Hacienda. She also paid for personal bills including Cingular, Direct TV, Duke Energy, TDS, AT&T and Insight. The report states on several dates she issued herself a hard copy of her paycheck and cashed it in addition to receiving her pay through direct deposit. In 2008, she received an additional $2,937.95. In 2009, the tally rose to $7,228.33 and in 2010 it increased again to $15,373.16 for a total sum of $25,539.44. On several occasions in 2008 and 2010, she increased the amount of the direct deposit into her personal bank account for a total of $7,488.97. She also went so far as to issue herself an additional check when it wasn’t a payday. The report showed she issued a $961.72 direct deposit into her personal account on August 12, 2008. It was determined this was not a payday and no documentation was presented to explain the disbursement.
Food Pantry help
The Mount Vernon Food Pantry is looking forward to the annual US Postal Service food drive this coming Saturday, May 14. Residents are urged to place nonperishable food items and toiletries in a bag next to their mailboxes, and their postal carriers will pick it up Saturday and deliver it to the local food pantry! It is a super easy way to donate, and is a very important drive to help the food pantry stock up for summer. Erin Hollinger, Director of the Mount Vernon Food Pantry, is asking each household to consider donating at least one bag of food on Saturday. She challenges all of us to spread the word to others in the area. Here are items the Mount Vernon Food Pantry needs and uses: spaghetti, spaghetti sauce, spagettios, hamburger helper, peanut butter, pork and beans, canned tuna, canned fruits and veggies, cereal, jelly, saltines, macaroni and cheese, toilet paper and toiletry items.
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Leonardo Gonzales, the newest officer with the Mount Vernon Police DepartElaina Llewellyn, daughter of Angie Kelsheimer of Robinson, Ill., helps at her mothment, is sworn in by Clerk-Treasurer er’s jewelry booth featuring the new summer collection of bold jewelry, No Shrinking Cristi Sitzman Violets, in honor of late screen star Elizabeth Taylor. Photo by Pam Robinson.
Mount Vernon Police Officer Thomas Rueger is sworn in as Detective Sergeant.
was also sworn in by Sitzman. •City Fire Chief Roger Waters announced that Matt Johnson has been chosen through the interview process to fill the next open position for firefighter. •The board approved the purchase of the Motorola MTR 3000 base radio from ERS Wireless for the city fire department at a cost of $6,742.76 in order to meet the federal government’s requirement to use a narrow band radio. •Fire Chief Waters reported that, on the recommendation of City Attorney Beth McFadin Higgins, he had accepted the low bid for work on the basement. •City Street Commissioner Roy Maynard reported that Phase 1 paving would being soon, funded by economic development income tax, or EDIT. He commented that East 6th Street between Canal and Locust is a priority for paving. In addition, he stated that he had called the Indiana Department of Transportation, or INDOT, about the intersection of Fourth and Main, but so far INDOT has not addressed the situation. He added the street department has patched the intersec-
tion, but semi-truck traffic has already worn out the patching. •City Wastewater Superintendent Rodney Givens acknowledged frequent phone calls regarding the sewer lines recently. He commented that the flow is slow now since the lines are over capacity due to record rainfall. The department is continuing to work on an issue at Main Street. •The board authorized Clerk-Treasurer Cristi Sitzman to request an advance draw on property tax revenues from the county auditor. •The board approved the request of Andrea Santoro to block Locust between Sixth and Seventh streets for a block party on Memorial Day, beginning at 11 a.m. •The board approved the request of City Police Chief Grant Beloat for two officers to attend field officers’ training in Evansville on May 11-13, 2011, at a cost of $150 each and the use of the city credit card for meals as well as the use of a city vehicle. The Mount Vernon Board of Public Works and Safety will meet again Thursday, May 19, 2011, at 4 p.m. in the City Hall Annex.
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Mount Vernon Mayor John Tucker presents Jeanne LaDuke with the proclamation declaring May 7 as Jeanne LaDuke Day in Mount Vernon while Posey County Historical Society President Becky Higgins looks on. A Mount Vernon native, LaDuke was on hand both Thursday and Saturday for the screening of the 1949 film, “The Green Promise,� in which she served as supporting actress to late screen star Natalie Wood. Photo by Pam Robinson
Ambulance, from Page 1A center, those in attendance had sent an orderly but clear message to the group that they want another ambulance and they are willing to pay for it. The commissioners set a July 1 timeline for having the new ambulance in Marrs Township. Marrs Township Volunteer Fire Chief Larry Schenk told the commissioners he was elated with the recommen-
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dation as did northern Posey businessmen Walter Broadhead and Chuck Pearison. The three men, though not from the same community, have been vocal in their support of having ambulance service for all the residents in Posey County. Poseyville Town Council President Bruce Baker also told the commissioners he appreciated their recommendation and that it was simply the right thing to do. He also said that the Poseyville Town Council would agree to comply to the commissioners’ request to stop charging the county for parking the ambulance in the city-owned building in Poseyville. The Ludwig Group, which performed the study that was presented on March 29, indicated that only a very small section in the heart of Posey County would be left outside the 15-minute ambulance response zone if a fourth ambulance were added. But early in Tuesday’s meeting, a group of Boberg Road residents represented by Evansville attorney Les Shively attempted to block a plan that would change the zoning at the home of Jeff O’Risky and O’Risky Excavating to a B-3 (business) classification. The area had previously been zoned residential but the Area Plan Commission had voted 7-1 in favor of rezoning the land during a meeting about two weeks ago. Residents, primarily through Shively, complained that the change could cause safety issues and that the bridges on the road were not made to handle the traffic. However, Moye told the group that documentation was in hand that proved the bridges were, indeed, rated to handle the load that would be crossing them. The commissioners voted to OK the change in zoning by a 3-0 vote. Following that vote, more than 50 percent of the audience left the Hovey House and was not on hand for the recommendation re-
garding the ambulance. In other business: •The commissioners recognized the work of Posey County Assessor Nancy Hoehn and her staff and saluted the officeholders in general as it was announced that work on tax bills is running more than 100 days ahead of last year. Posey County tax statements are expected to be some of the earliest in the state to be mailed out this year. •The Commissioners agreed to repair issues caused by recent storms at the Hovey House. The total cost to appropriately repair damage caused by the storm was $9,850. Repairs will be made as soon as possible to prevent further damage that could be caused by allowing the damage to go unrepaired. •Commissioner Jim Alsop told those present about his appreciation for the work that had been done by Commission President Scott Moye during the flooding in Posey County, particularly in the Point Township Area. Alsop also thanked other paid help as well as the many volunteers who had donated countless hours to help lessen the impact the flooding had on the county. Sabic and Countrymark were both cited for their contributions to supply funds and other help for those whose lives have been effected by the flooding. Some have indicated that it is the worst flooding since the infamous Flood of 1937. Mulzer Stone was also recognized for its agreement to provide free sand to anyone who needed it for sandbagging efforts. •Moye read the report from the animal control officer who indicated he had answered 49 complaints last month and that eight dogs had been picked up with none euthanized and no bites reported. The Commissioners will meet again on Tuesday, May 17, at 9 a.m. at the Hovey House in Mount Vernon.
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OBITUARIES Dorcas (Bierbaum) Neidig Dorcas (Bierbaum) Neidig, 68, of Wadesville, Ind., passed away May 4, 2011, at her residence. Dorcas was born in Champaign, Ill., on October 13, 1942, to the late Dr. Ruben and Mary (Seele) Bierbaum. She was a graduate of Bosse High School and received her bachelor’s and masters degrees in early childhood education from the University of Evansville. Dorcas used her Godgiven grace and talent for touching young lives. She taught kindergarten and first grade for 36 years in the Metropolitan School District of North Posey. She loved her community and lived to help others. In retirement Dorcas continued to share her love for teaching children to read by volunteering at the Poseyville Carnegie Public Library. She enjoyed all of her dogs and traveling with family and friends, but the most important aspect of her life was loving and fostering the development of her seven grandchildren. She went to almost every one of their events and kept her “master calendar” with her at all times. Dorcas is survived by her husband of 48 years, John E. Neidig, Jr.; and their children, John “Paul” Neidig and his wife Jean, Joseph David Neidig and his wife Jenifer; and Lynn Carol Lingafelter and her husband Mark; Grandchildren, Ashley Marie Neidig, Jessica Mae Lingafelter, Samantha Rae Neidig, Mason Douglas Lingafelter, Christopher John Neidig, Kyle Michael Neidig and Nicholas Paul Neidig. Also surviving are a sister, Marilyn (Bierbaum) Schnake of Indianapolis, Ind. As well as all of her brother and sister-in-laws, and many other dearly loved friends and family members. Funeral services were held at 4 p.m. pm, Sunday, May 8, 2011, at the Werry Funeral Home, Poseyville Chapel, with the Rev. Joe Foster officiating. Burial was held at Poseyville Cemetery. Friends visited from 2 to 7 p.m., on Saturday, May 7, 2011, with a Celebration of Life service at 7 p.m., and from 2 p.m. until service time Sunday at the funeral home in Poseyville. Memorial contributions may be made to Poseyville Carnegie Public Library or MSD of North Posey Preschool Program so that more generations can learn the love of reading. The family would like to say thank you to Dr. Chip Walsh and Dr. Tony Stephens and the wonderful staff at their facilities, Deaconess Hospice, Rev. Joe Foster and the hundreds of friends and family who have supported Dorcas and our family throughout her life and on the journey to her heavenly home. She gave us all a most powerful, unconditional love. She was faithful throughout all trials, warm in spirit, and a devoted servant of our Lord.
Velma Stewart Velma Stewart, 77, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away on Thursday, May 5, 2011, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born in Mount Vernon, Ind., on June 21, 1933, to Augustus and Annabelle (Woods) Kirk. She was a member of the Free Will Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Floyd D. Stewart, Sr.; two sisters; and eight brothers. Velma is survived by six children, Sheila, Floyd, Jr., Glenn, Glenna, Jill, and Brad; 18 grandchildren, to include 4 four of which lived with her, Jacquelynne, Glenn, Glynnes, and Lauryn; great grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. Memorial services were held at 5 p.m. on Monday, May 9, 2011, at Schneider Funeral Home, 512 Main St. in Mount Vernon, Ind., with the Rev. Ron Myers officiating. Visitation was from 3 to 5 p.m. service time on Monday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com
Retirements begin at MSDMV By Pam Robinson After observing a moment of silence in memory of Mount Vernon High School senior Quentin Rutledge, the Mount Vernon School Board conducted a routine meeting punctuated by the acceptance of a number of long-time employee retirements. Superintendent Tom Kopatich and the board extended thanks and best wishes to those retiring for their dedicated service to the school corporation and its students. Thirteen employees will retire effective the end of the 2010-11 school year: food service employees Barbara Champlain after 35 years, Linda Minor, after 35 years and Dorothy Pope after 33.5 years; home school advisor Jan Gmutza after 22 years; teachers Lonna Berridge after 37.5 years, Teresa Branson after 35 years, Stephen Britt after 38 years, Ann McDonald after 37 years, Marilyn McMurtry after 27 years, Vicki Moran after 22 years, Susan Rice after 29.5 years, Ann Shank after 27 years and Jennifer Wilson after 38.5 years. In addition, teacher assistant Amy Gibson will retire effective May 31, 2011,
Sara Brown poses at her Church Street antique shoppe, Sara’s Harmonie Way (formerly The White House Restaurant), in New Harmony. Brown will host an open house on Saturday, May 14, from 5-8 p.m. in her shoppe. Guests may sample three beers, including the signature Harmonie dark lager, or Harmonie Bier, brewed by Great Crescent Brewery in Aurora, Ind., from the original Harmonist recipe. Photo by Pam Robinson.
Missing funds, from Page 1A For a period of five months in 2009, she failed to withhold dental insurance premiums for her family from her gross pay. She used town funds to pay for $278.30 of her dental insurance. She allegedly also concealed overdraft fees the town incurred in 2008 and 2010 on its payroll bank account due to all the unauthorized disbursements. In addition to the $53,557 Lupfer had allegedly taken, the SBOA has added $15,331 in accounting examination costs. This brings the total amount to $68,888 that Lupfer apparently will now be asked to repay. Lupfer’s alleged actions may have also cost the town the approval of a grant request to the Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) to fund the purchase of a much-needed rescue truck. Poseyville was denied its grant in late December, although it scored high marks during the grant process. Baker stated OCRA checks to ensure town financials are in order after a grant application has been submitted. They check again, before grants are awarded. Baker believes
the investigation into these financial transaction certainly didn’t help and may have even jeopardized their chances of being approved for the grant. He is hopeful now that the investigation and audit is complete and that Poseyville is once again in good standing, they will be approved for the grant. A decision is expected on May 27. Baker stated they have imposed a dual-control system of processes within the clerk’s office now. “We’ve put in a lot of things that weren’t necessary before. I also want to commend Julie Mayo and Diana Powell for jumping in and getting things back in line and balanced,” he added Powell was chosen by a caucus to serve the remain-
der of Lupfer’s term. Mayo serves as the deputy clerktreasurer and utility office manager. Lupfer was bonded through the Cincinnati Insurance Company as an Indiana Public Official. As such, the Town of Poseyville should receive some of these funds back. However, it has been determined that her bond was not enough to cover the amount of her theft. The bond company will determine if they will seek restitution from Lupfer. Posey County Chief Deputy Prosecutor, Jonathan Parkhurst, said Friday he had received the state police report and SBOA’s report. The reports were under review and a determination of charges against Lupfer will most likely come later this week.
after 16 years of service. The board accepted the following resignations as well: Lauren Bell as a high school teacher, effective at the end of the 2010-11 school year; Michelle Buchanan as assistant high school volleyball coach, effective immediately; Brenda Canada as high school student council sponsor (half stipend), effective at the end of the 2010-11 school year; Kyle Cox as assistant junior high football coach, effective immediately; and Lavon Keitel as a food service worker at West Elementary, effective May 4, 2011. In other business: •Marrs Elementary Principal Greg DeWeese provided a brief presentation on the new STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) Academy that will be offered in conjunction with the University of Southern Indiana to Marrs and Farmersville elementary students beginning with the 2011-12 school year. •Kopatich informed the board that the holding corporation had approved funding of $90,000 per school for improvements to the playgrounds at Farmersville and West. The goal is to renovate the playgrounds in time for the next school year. •Kopatich reported that the entire bus fleet, both district and contractors, passed the state police inspection in April with a 100 percent. •The board approved the creation of three teacher assistant positions for the after school program at West Elementary School—all funded by the 21st Century Community Learning Centers Grant. •The board approved the creation of three technology integration specialist positions—all funded by the Capital Projects Fund. It was noted that two of these positions will be filled by the next school year with the third anticipated to be filled the following summer. The annual starting salary was stated as $32,000. •The board approved the request of the Posey County Historical Society to use the name Pitcher Lane for the drive leading to North Cemetery near Hedges Central School. Jane Saltzman of the Historical Society extended an invitation to the board and the community to attend the dedication of North Cemetery on Sunday, May 15, at 2 p.m. •The board declared as surplus the recommended list of items. It was noted that the funds received from their sale will go into the general fund with the exception of high school cheerleader and softball item sales, which will go back into their clubs. •Kopatich announced that Tuesday, May 17, starting at 6 p.m., an informational meeting will be held at Hedges Central Elementary School regarding the disposition of the building. Everyone in the community is invited to attend and to share ideas for use of the building, which is not being sold at this time. The Board will meet again Monday, May 16, 2011, at 5:45 p.m. in the Mount Vernon Junior High School media center.
Edna Virginia Claybrooke Edna Virginia Claybrooke, age 86 of Mount Vernon, Ind., died Saturday afternoon May 7, 2011, at Deaconess Hospital. She was born April 1, 1925, in Mount Vernon, the daughter of Charles and Mabel (Hargraves) Blackburn. She married X.R. Claybrooke in 1943. Mrs. Claybrooke had been a member of the Homemakers Club, the Camping Club and had been a Lady Lion. She was a member of the Mount Vernon General Baptist Church. She was a loving Mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and a loving friend to all. She is survived by her husband, X.R.; one son and daughter-in-law, Roger and Patsy Claybrooke of Mount Vernon; four grandchildren, Tammy (Ron) Tanner, Duanne (Kristen) Claybrooke, Robin, (Steve) Morton and Kimberly (Jimmy) Tungate; seven great-grandchildren, Madison Claybrooke, Reis Claybrooke, Tylyn Tanner, Trey Tanner, Hannah Morton, Cody Tungate and Conner Tungate; one brother, Charles E. Blackburn of Mount Vernon. She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Ronnie Claybrooke; two brothers, Roy and Carl Blackburn, and three sisters, Mary Sexton, Lorraine Bradford and Cleda Walters. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Tuesday May 10, 2011 at the Austin~Stendeback Family Funeral Home at 1330 E. Fourth St., Mount Vernon with burial in Bellefontaine Cemetery. Visitation was from 4 until 8 p.m. on Monday May 9, at the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at austinfuneralhome.com
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North Cemetery dedication set for May 15 It has been 177 years since the first burial and 112 years since the last burial in this Mount Vernon cemetery, now known as North Cemetery. During most of those years, the resting place for as many as 500 souls has been neglected and abused. However, during the past two years, members of the Posey County Historical Society, with help from a host of people, have been working diligently to develop a memorial area that will at last honor those interred there. The dedication of the North Cemetery Memorial Area has been set for Sunday, May 15 at 2 p.m, and the public is invited to attend. Now in the fenced area on "Hedges Hill" are 27 tombstones, in part or in total. Although much of the engraving is difficult to read and some of the stones are cracked and broken, they are now more nearly protected than they ever have been. This restoration project began two years ago when Charles M. Manning, a
member of the Old Beech Cemetery Board, directed allocated Old Beech funds to the Historical Society. It took President Becky Higgins and members of the Society little time to identify a worthwhile project: the North Cemetery behind Hedges Central School. In August 2009, Larry Wentzel and other volunteers removed the stones which were dotted all over the hill. Mr. Wentzel spent months cleaning the stones and preparing them for placement in the memorial area, which took place in July 2010. In the fall of last year, fencing was placed around the stones, which includes four vault covers. Recently, a North Cemetery memorial stone has been erected outside the fence, and, through the kindness of Larry Wentzel, a granite bench gives visitors a place to sit and reflect. The dedication program on May 15 will feature junior high students of Mrs. Pam O’Risky, who completed a special project about North
Cemetery and will eulogize several of those buried there. Larry Harms has been asked to portray Samuel Dixon, one of 50 Civil War soldiers known to be buried there. Mount Vernon Mayor John Tucker and Trent VanHaaften, who assisted in contact with the Department of Natural Resources, will have brief remarks. The American Legion Color Guard will participate, and Jerry King, Legion Chaplain, will have a prayer. North Cemetery is located on the hill behind Hedges Central School. Parking on the hill will be reserved for a limited number of visitors with handicapped stickers or plates. Shuttle service will be provided for those who park along Sixth Street, on Canal Street or in the Hedges Central parking lot who are not able to walk to the Memorial Area. Seating will not be provided, but guests are welcome to bring along their own lawn chairs. Rain date for the dedication is Sunday, May 22 at 2 p.m.
Pages of the Past compiled by Tammy Bergstrom 10 YEARS AGO,
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Maxine Watson of New Harmony was presented the 2001 Lieutenant Governor’s Hospitality Award during a special ceremony in Indianapolis on April 28. Lt. Governor Joe Kernan made the presentation. Nick and Jon Mayes of Cynthiana and Nathan and Zachary Williams of Chandler, Indiana are proud to announce the engagement and marriage of their parents, Donna Mayes and John Williams. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Urban Schmitt, Sr. of Poseyville who are celebrating their fiftieth wedding anniversary. Steve and Jackie Bender of Poseyville would like to announce the engagement of their son, Erik to Jayme Brubaker, daughter of Ike and Mary Beth Brubaker of Boswell, Indiana. WFIE-TV14 and Fifth Third Bank awarded their Leadership Scholar $1,000 award to Lora DeFries of New Harmony High School, Katie Rice of Mount Vernon High School, and Julie Beuligmann of North Posey.
Pat Effinger, a Poseyville native, has recently signed on under the name Pat Henry as a disc jockey weekday afternoons after 2 p.m. and Sunday mornings 7 a.m. to noon on WPCO-AM Radio. The new Harmony Quilt Expo will be held this weekend and will showcase a wide variety of handmade quilts. Quilting demonstrations will be held both days. Rev. and Mrs. James Hassell Sr. of Tamaroa, Illinois will celebrate their sixtieth wedding anniversary with an open house celebration at the Apostolic Tabernacle Church in Griffin. Sharon Louise Neumann and Ralph Joseph Weiss would like to announce their engagement and approaching marriage. A June wedding is being planned. Sharon Ann Schmitt and Bernard Anthony Reidford will exchange vows in a June 7 wedding ceremony. The sixth grade classes of North Elementary will present their spring variety show, “It’s Music” at the North Posey High School Auditorium.
The second graduating class of North Posey Jr.-Sr. High School will received their diplomas in commencement exercises next week. There are over 65 members of the Class of 1961, including two who completed their graduation requirements by correspondence. There will be a few new faces around the North Posey campus next school year. Mel Lurker has signed a two year contract to coach basketball and track and assist in coaching football. He is succeeding Leonard Mauck who has been named as athletic director. The new band and choral director will be William M. Knapp. Concrete footings have been poured and the steel erection is near completion of a 60x120 foot concrete block exhibit hall at the Agriculture Improvement Center, located between New Harmony and Mount Vernon. The building should be completed in time for use during the 4-H Fair in July.
The new monument erected to mark North Cemetery in Mount Vernon
Errin Mort Weisman receives Medical Degree Errin Mort Weisman was ern Indiana in 2004 earnone of 133 medical students ing a teaching degree. Mr. who received the doctor of Weisman currently teaches at Barr-Reeve Inosteopathic medicine (D.O.) determediate and gree from Kansas coaches freshman City University boys basketball of Medicine and for Barr-Reeve Biosciences in High School in commencement Montgomery, Inceremonies Satdiana. He is also urday, May 14, in part of Weisman Kansas City, Mo. Farms located Errin Weisman Dr. Weisman is west of Otwell. the daughter of Robert and Dr. Weisman started her Angie Mort of New Har- educational journey as a mony, Ind. and Rhonda Mort 2003 graduate of Mount of Evansville, Ind. She has Vernon Senior High School other family around the state in Mount Vernon, Ind. She of Indiana including her pa- earned a bachelor of science ternal grandmother, Noreta in Biology in 2007 from Mort of North Webster, and Oakland City University in several members of her ma- Oakland City, Ind. while ternal family, Trevor and playing volleyball and parJami Pyle along with Erlene ticipating in many campus Pyle of Albion. activities. Dr. Weisman is married to While attending Kansas Craig Weisman, an Otwell, City University of Medicine Indiana native who graduat- and Biosciences in Kansas ed from Pike Central in 1998 City, Missouri, Dr. Weisand the University of South- man was very active in the
Christian Medical and Dental Association and Micah Ministry for the Homeless. At KCUMB, she served as president for the Class of 2011 Notepool and as a KCUMB tutor and mentor. Dr. Weisman completed her clinical years of medical school in Evansville, Ind. at Deaconess Health System and St. Mary’s Health System. Dr. Weisman will complete postdoctoral training in Family Medicine at Deaconess Family Medicine Residency, part of the Deaconess Health System in Evansville. She also has become involved with the Indiana Osteopathic Association based in Indianapolis. She plans to stay in Southern Indiana and practice family medicine after the completion of her residency training and is excited about the upcoming opening of the first osteopathic medical school in Indiana opening at Marion University.
Free alzheimer’s caregiving workshop offered Home Instead Senior Care and the Alzheimer’s Association will host a free education program; The Best Friends Approach to Alzheimer’s Caregiving, on Tuesday, May 10, at the Evansville Central Library in the Browning Events Room B from 5:30-8:30 p.m., with a light dinner provided. The Best Friend Approach offers an enlightened new approach to Alzheimer’s care by teaching a practical, lifeenhancing model for anyone faced with responsibility of caring for someone with Alzheimer’s. This approach goes
beyond typical tips and provides a complete model of care built around creative and effective communication and meaningful activities. If you are interested in registering for this free workshop,
please call 1-800-272-3900. For more information, Please Contact Home Instead Senior Care at 812-471-0050, or the Greater Kentucky and Southern Indiana Alzheimer’s Association Office at 502-451-4266.
The County Cookbook
Selection by Zach Straw
Baked Ziti
Red Cross donation opportunity for Posey County May 22 To ensure blood and platelets are available to help patients in need this summer, the American Red Cross developed the Good
to Give. Good to Go. campaign. Good to Give. Good to Go. will remind and encourage people to give blood or platelets, thank
Featured Animals
of The Posey County Humane Society
Mouse is a grey kitten. She is from an all grey litter, She is 8 weeks old and ready for a new home as well.
them for giving and offer a chance to win a trip for four to Orlando, Florida. Summer vacations and activities can fill schedules, leaving little time for donating blood. During the summer months blood donations often decrease, while the need for blood remains constant. All presenting donors (ages 21 and older) in the Mid-America Blood Services Division between May 16 and September 7, 2011 will have a chance to win a trip for four to Orlando, Florida each time they visit the Red Cross. Presenting donors of all ages are eligible to win other fun summer prizes during specific holiday timeframes. How to Donate Blood Simply call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or
for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license, or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental permission in some states), INGREDIENTS weigh at least 110 pounds and are generally in good • 1 pound ziti (can sub penne) pasta health may be eligible to • Olive oil donate blood. High school • 1 pound bulk Italian sausage or ground beef or pork students and other donors • 1 large onion, chopped 18 years of age and young- • 3-4 garlic cloves, chopped er also have to meet certain • 1 Tbsp fresh rosemary (or basil), minced height and weight require- • 1 Tbsp Italian seasoning • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes ments. The opportunity to do- • 1 large jar of marinara sauce (about 32 ounces) or make your own tomato sauce nate blood from May 16 • 1/2 pound of mozzarella cheese, grated May 31 for Posey County • 1 heaping cup of ricotta cheese is: May 22 from 11:30 a.m. • 1 cup grated parmesan or pecorino cheese - 3:30 p.m. at Zion Lippe SOUTH CAROLINA MUSTARD BBQ United Church of Christ SAUCE DIRECTIONS located at 9000 Copperline Rd. E., Mount Vernon. A 1. 1 Bring a large pot of water to a strong boil. Add about a tablespoon of salt for every 2 quarts of water. Add the light lunch will be served pasta and boil, uncovered, until the pasta is al dente— edible but still a little firm. Drain the pasta through a colander. Toss with a little olive oil so the pasta does not stick together while you make the sauce. 2. Pour a tablespoon or so of olive oil into a large sauté pan Barry Ingle and Jeff Kison medium-high to heat. When the oil is hot, add the bulk sel, Kaydon Joe Grimm, sausage or ground meat. Do not crowd the pan (work in Pam Purkiser batches if needed). Break up any large chunks of sausage May 14 - Virginia as it cooks. Brown well. Don’t stir that often or it will Alsop, Lauren Crocker, be more difficult for the meat to brown. If you are using Angela Wiltshire, Larry ground beef or pork instead of sausage, add a little salt. Rutledge and Jean Slagle, 3. When the meat is mostly browned, add the onions and Vince Ethan Koester stir well to combine. Sauté everything until the onions May 15 - Lina Mittino, are translucent and beginning to brown, about 4-5 minLaura Kahle and Elliott utes. Add the garlic, rosemary or basil, Italian seasoning Hudgins and red pepper flakes and stir to combine. Cook 1 minute, May 16 - Carl Burnett, then add the tomato sauce and stir well. Bring to a simLois Don Beard, Austin mer. Miller, Tony Viviano and 4. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spread a thin layer of sauce Emma B. Hottel, Curtis in the bottom of a 9x13-inch casserole pan, then dot the Came surface with half the ricotta cheese. Ladle in some sauce If you have a name to with the pasta, mix it well and add the pasta into the casbe included in the birthday serole. calendar, please send to: 5. Pour the rest of the sauce over the pasta, dot the remainPosey County News, P.O. ing ricotta cheese over the pasta, and sprinkle on top both Box 397, New Harmony, IN the mozzarella and the Parmesan cheese. Bake in the oven 47631 or email: news1@ until the top is nicely browned, about 20 minutes. poseycountynews.com. Cook Time: 55 minutes • Yield: Serves at least 8
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Darlene is a female 6 week old boston terrier mix puppy. Darlene is playful but a little shyer than her brother Eddie. The Posey Humane Society is still full to the brim and unable to accept new animals until we find homes for the ones we are currently housing. Now is a great time to take advantage of the Passion for Pets sale on all animals that are already spayed or neutered. Call 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.
May 10 - Brandon Brauser, Terry Briant, Damon Carl, Brooklyn Becher, Lauren Becher, Shae Bolding, Ella Beth Nelson and Judy Butler, Dennis Luebke. Lindsey Beuligmann May 11 - Sara Z. Dunbar, Thor Neils Georgesen, Jane Ellen Moye and Judy Thompson May 12 - Jamie Ralph, Bailey Robb, Kurt Seibert, Elaine Cummings, Carol Schwan Siegel, James D. Wiley, Linda Morris and Ryan Vanlaningham May 13 - Kayla Brauser, Mason Cox, Pam Muncy, Chee Chee Ahrens, Hope B. O’Loan, Robert Johnson, Deloris Holtzclaw,
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COMMUNITY C OM MM MUNITY Tri Kappa holds 59th state convention
Representing Mount Vernon gamma Psi chapter at the Tri Kappa State Convention on April 29 - May 1 was (left to right) Chasidy Simpson, Patsy Wagner, and Kenda Hartmann. Photo submitted
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By Stanley Campbell
Sew Happy “Sew Happy” is a gathering of crafters on May 11 and 25. We meet at 10 a.m. on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month - unless the library is closed. If you quilt, knit, do tatting, crochet, etc. come and join the fun. Red Cross As part of the “Fallen Officers Drive”, the Red Cross Bloodmobile will be at the library Saturday, May 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Teen Advisory Board Meeting
The best way for you to find fun things to do at the library is to help make them happen. We meet Monday, May 16 from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. For those in grades 6-12. LITerally Speaking Book Discussion This May 17 at 1 p.m. the LITerally Speaking book discussion group will discuss Still Alice by Lisa Genova. Keeping Up To Date If you just can’t wait for the next issue of our APL Core newsletter to give you all the library news. All you need
do is send your most current email address to apl_core@ live.com for updates as they happen. Library Hours Alexandrian Public Library is open Monday - Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday-Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. For addi-tional information about library services or to register for a library program call 838-3286 or you can visit our website at http:// www.apl.lib.in.us . You can now find us on Face-book.
Sheriff Oeth takes apps for Citizens Academy Posey County Sheriff Greg Oeth invites you to register for the Citizens Academy, a free program consisting of eight sessions sponsored by the Posey County Sheriff’s Department. The goal is to partner citizens and police officers by providing a local awareness of police services. The objective of this course is not to make the graduates police officers, but to provide blocks of instruction designed to help citizens better understand police functions. The citizens’ academy also allows an opportunity for citizen feedback, which will assist local law enforcement better serve the communities of Posey County. Police officers, and civilian personnel, who are experts in their fields, teach the classes at the Citizens Academy. Each instructor has years of training and experience, which provide insights not ordinarily available to those outside the criminal justice field. Learn about fraud, narcotics, traffic crash investigations, firearm safety, the K-9 pro-
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gram, and more. Optional activities include a hands-on demonstration of simulated attacks, a tour of the Posey County Jail, and a chance to be on the firing range. Requirements: 18 years of age prior to the first meeting Submit a copy of your drivers’ license or identification card Agree to sign a wavier Resident of Posey County Pass a Background Check Complete an application Write a paragraph on why you want to attend the Citizens’ Police Academy All classes are free of charge and open to the public. The program is limited to 20 participants who can show the ability to commit to session attendance. Questions can be directed to the Posey County Sheriff’s Department at 812-838-3541. Please call during the hours of 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
By Sherry Graves
Great new non-fiction selections are new at the WMI. Spring is here, and if you feel handy check out “The New Birdhouse Book: A History and a How To.” Make a house that is a piece of art as well as a home for our feathered friends. It’s one-hundred and fiftieth anniversary has sparked renewed interest in the Civil War. The WMI has a fine collection of books on the subject, and offers two new selections: “A Civil War Treasury: Being a Miscellany of Arms & Artillery, Facts & Figures, Legends & Lore, Muses & Minstrels, Personalities & People” and “For Love and Liberty: The Untold Civil War Story of Major Sullivan Ballou & His Famous Love Letter. Most people will remember the “letter” read in the first episode of Ken Burn’s “The Civil War.” Now read the story behind the famous letter. Ever wonder about Jane Owen’s life away from New Harmony. Houston, Texas was home. You can get to know Houston too. “Houston Then and Now is a pictorial history of a great city. Established in the early 1800’s, the town did not take off until oil was discovered in 1901. See the Houston of Mrs. Owen’s youth, and see how it has changed into the major city it is today. Get up close and personal with the monarch butterflies in “Nomads of the Wind.” The pictures alone are worth checking out, but the narrative will fascinate you as you follow along on the incredible yearly 2,000 mile migration of these beautiful creatures.
“100 Sacred Places” takes you on another journey. Visit 100 of the world’s most sacred places past and present. Breathtaking photography and short but informative articles will give you incite into the way the world worships. History buffs will enjoy “The History of Architecture.” Learn how culture, customs and the realities of life have shaped architecture over the centuries. In the early days of the Christian faith, one city and one bishop became preeminent and the papacy was born. From that day to the present, popes have influenced the world both sacred and secular. “Keepers of the Keys of Heaven: The History of the Papacy” takes a look at the good, the bad, the highs and the lows of papal history. “The Fear: Robert Mugabe and the Martyrdom of Zimbabwe” is concerned with much more recent history. Often in the world of television news, events in Africa get lost as our attentions are focused elsewhere. Africa, our second largest and second most populated continent is often the sight of much turmoil. Peter Godwin looks at the troubled country of Zimbabwe and the violations of its citizens’ human rights. Remember the day Ronald Reagan was shot and everyone was relieve to hear early on that the president’s injuries were not life threatening. Little did we know how close we came to loosing a president that day. Find out the inside story in “Rawhide Down: The Near Assassination of Ronald Reagan.” When you think of Cleopatra do you see Elizabeth Tay-
The 59th State Covention of Tri Kappa was recently held at the Indianapolis Mari tt E t C il President P id t riott East. Council Julie Reeder of Boonville, presided. Members of Gamma Iota Chapter were hostesses. Representing Mount Vernon gamma Psi chapter was Chasidy Simpson as delegate. The delegate from the Mount Vernon Beta associate chapter was Patsy Wagner. Other members who attended were Kenda Hartmann, Fine Arts Committee Representative. Several business sessions and educational workshops were held during the three day meeting. There were informative and historical exhibits demonstrating Tri Kappa’s work throughout the state. The Fine Arts winners from Province Conventions were on display as well as our newest acquisition from the Hoosier Salon Annual Exhibit. A major project of the Philanthropy Committee of Tri Kappa was an endowment to the Riley Memorial Fund for the benefit of Camp Riley. Cheer Guild and Ronald McDonald House were also recipients of financial gifts and Heather Dawes was one of the Philanthropy luncheon speakers. Over $33,000 was given to Riley Hospital. The Scholarship Committee reported that local, province, and state scholarships total almost $500,000 annually for Indiana students. The Mental Health Committee has formed a new alliance with Best Buddies of Indiana featuring Katie Cortelyou (Best Buddies Advisory Board Member) as a very special guest and presenter at the Saturday Philanthropy luncheon. The Fine Arts Committee has been actively involved in the Hoosier Salon since it was organized in 1926. The
Tri Kappa Art Collection is on display at the newly renovated Logan Library at R H l iin T t Rose-Hulman Terre H Haute, Indiana. The committee also presented art and music scholarships every spring. Donnae Dole, Director of Hoosier Salon graced the gathering with her interesting presentation during the Sunday Brunch. The Gifted and Talented Committee has donated monies to Purdue University, Indiana State University, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, and Indiana Academy at Ball State University for their gifted and talented programs. “We the People” enrichment program also receives funding. This program is designed to engage high school students in a rigorous six week study of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights. The Friday night dinner guests were entertained with a humorous skit by the Province officers and on Saturday all enjoyed the musical sounds of the Browne Sisters of Evansville, Indiana.
The council officers for the 2011-2013 term were installed. They are Barb Teitgen Fi h Eta Et IIota, t P i off Fishers Province XI, President, Kathryn Dory of Greencastle Beta Psi, Province V, vice President, Lynn Payne of Anderson Xi, Province VI, Secretary, and Kathy Mettert of Angola Zeta Upsilon, Province X, Treasurer. The Adviser will be Julie Reeder, Boonville Gamma Iota. Tri Kappa is a statewide philanthropic organization known for its work in charity, culture, and education. It has nearly 9,000 members in 146 Active and 115 Associate Chapters throughout the state of Indiana. The Mount Vernon Gamma Psi chapter was established in 1928 and now has approximately 15-20 members. Its projects include pecan sales, butter braids sales, Riley blankets, Relay for Life, and River Days. The chapter makes donations annually to local community groups including the Food Pantry, local schools, and the Alexandrian Public Library.
Wyatt Little is all smiles as he prepares to enjoy some delicious food at O’Reilly Auto Parts Customer Appreciation Day celebration last week. Photo by Tammy Bergstrom
Art Among the Azaleas planned for PrinceThe Azalea Path Arboretum & Botanical Gardens located northeast of Princeton, Ind., will host the “Art Among the Azaleas” Artist Showcase on Saturday, May 14, 2011 from 4 – 8 p.m. (CST). The public is invited to visit the Azalea Path to enjoy food, drink, and entertainment while strolling the grounds and observing over 15 regional artists at work in their respective mediums. “We’re very excited about the variety of artists that we will have for the showcase. They will include painters, jewelry makers, wood carvers, photographers, leather and metal crafters, potters and sculptors” says Beverly Knight, who along with her husband, Steve, is the proprietor of the Azalea Path. “We felt like the Azalea Path would provide a wonderful setting for an event like this. We have a lot of artists and photographers who visit us
each year and a lot of times, they will show us works of art they’ve created as a result of their visits. We thought it would be interesting to give everyone a chance to actually see how they create these beautiful works.” The participating artists will be given a chance to display samples of their works and to sell pieces during the showcase. In addition to the artist showcase, the event will feature live musical entertainment, hors d’oeuvres, drinks and, of course, the beautiful grounds of the Azalea Path. The arboretum and botanical gardens should be in full bloom during the showcase. The Azalea Path Arboretum & Botanical Gardens was started by the Knights in 1979 and has grown to include over 60 acres and more than 2,000 azaleas. The grounds also include a large variety of unusual plants, native Indiana trees and three
water features. Selected as one of the stops on the Azalea Society of America’s national convention’s gardens tour, the Azalea Path has gained national recognition as one of the most outstanding botanical gardens in the Midwest. Tickets for the “Art Among the Azaleas” Artist Showcase are available at Combs Landscape & Nursery in Evansville, the Gibson County Visitors & Tourism Bureau and the Gibson County Chamber of Commerce in Princeton, The Hilltop Tavern in Hazleton or online at www.azaleapatharboretum.org. Tickets are $10 per person which includes admission to the grounds, the artist showcase, heavy hor d’oeuvres, entertainment and a complimentary beverage. For additional information, contact the Gibson County Visitors & Tourism Bureau at 1-888-3905825 or via e-mail at info@ gibsoncountyin.org.
lor? That’s your mom’s Cleopatra. Get the real picture from Pulitzer Prize winner Stacy Schiff in “Cleopatra: A Life. She wasn’t just a pretty face, and maybe she wasn’t a pretty face at all. But she was fascinating. For adults and young adults, “Zombies: The Complete Guide to the World of the Living Dead” tells everything you wanted to know about zombies and more. And for the musically inclined there is Essential Guitar Chords: The Easy-To-Use Guide.” Two new atlases are on the reference shelf: “The Historical Atlas of Native Americans” and “Historical Atlas of the World.” Both are great resources for history or social studies reports. And finally for the older children, look for three new dinosaur books – Apatosaurus, Tyrannosaurus Rex and Velociraptor. Learn the newest scientific discoveries about dinosaurs. And, from Madison Burklow (in middle) of Harrisburg was the recipient of the 2011 Michael the Amazing Mysteries seHillegas Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship. The award was at Southries, check out “Gone Misseastern Illinois College by Michael Hillegas Regent, Sharon L. Tanner (at left) and Vice ing”, “Strange Creatures” and Regent, Sharon Pyle (at right). Photo submitted “Messages from Beyond.” For the kids who love the Loch Ness Monster, Big Foot and the Bermuda Triangle, this series is a must. It’s all at your library. Stop by and check it out. Library Lil Reading Club will meet on Thursday, May 12 at 6 p.m. for stories and activities for children pre-K through 4th grade. The time grows near to sign up for summer reading. This year’s theme is “One World, Many Stories.” Help your children keep up their reading skills while having fun and winning prizes.
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SOCIAL S OCI L OCIAL
Mason Lane O’Daniel
Olivia Cecile Staib
Emily Louise McFadin
Jeff and Sarah O’Daniel of Mount Vernon would like to announce the birth of their son, Mason Lane who was born at 2:07 p.m. on March 18, 2011 at the Women’s Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana. Mason weighed 9 pounds, 6 ounces and measured 21 inches long. He was welcomed home by his sister, Madison (9) and brother, Jackson (6). Mason’s maternal grandparents are Randy and Rhonda Wood of Omaha, Illinois and Fran Wood-Osborne of Mount Vernon. Paternal grandparents are John and Donna O’Daniel of Henderson, Kentucky.
Matt and Carrie Staib of Lawrenceville, Georgia are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Olivia Cecile Staib born February 11, 2011 at Gwinnett Medical Center in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Olivia was born within 3 days of her cousin, Emily Louise McFadin. She weighed 6 pounds, 14 ounces and measured 19 3/4 inches long. Olivia was welcomed home by her sister, Haylee Marie (8). Maternal grandparents are Woody and Theresa McFadin of Mount Vernon. Paternal grandparents are Ginny Staib of Lawrenceville, Georgia and Fredrick Staib of Collingswood, New Jersey.
Matthew and Andrea McFadin of Mount Vernon, Indiana would like to announce the birth of their daughter, Emily Louise born on February 8, 2011 at the Women’s Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana. Emily weighed in at 8 pounds, 1 ounce and measured 19 inches long. She was welcomed home by brothers, Blake Charles (7 1/2), Eli Matthew (2 1/2), and sister Addaleigh Grace (4 1/2). Emily’s maternal grandparents are Karl and Janet Johnson of Mount Vernon. Great grandparents are Edwin and Barbara Grabert of Wadesville, Indiana. Paternal grandparents are Woody and Theresa McFadin of Mount Vernon, Indiana.
Dillion Mathew Krack
Kyle Edward Krack
Mattison Jean Schenk
Michael R. and Michelle L. Krack of Wadesville wish to announce the birth of their first child, Dillion Mathew. Dillion was born on February 8 at Gateway Women’s Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana. He weighed 6 pounds, 3 ounces and measured 18 inches long. Dillion was welcomed home by a brother, Donaven Michael Krack of Mount Vernon and a sister Jaslind Marie Beth Carron of Mount Vernon. Maternal grandparents are Barb Shrum of Evansville and Larry Shrum of Evansville. Maternal great-grandmother is Carmen Martin of Evansville. Paternal grandparents are Michael E. and Cindy B. Krack of Wadesville. Dillion is also brother to the late Michael Alan Krack of Mount Vernon who passed away June, 2000.
Patrick W. and Jennifer G. Krack of Wadesville wish to announce the birth of their son, Kyle Edward. Kyle was born on March 10 at 7:45 a.m. at St. Mary’s Women’s Hospital in Evansville. He weighed 7 pounds, 6.8 ounces, and measured 19 inches long. Kyle was welcomed home by brothers, Evan N. Myers, Zackariah W. Krack, sister Destany D. Krack and brother Gage W. Krack all of Wadesville. Maternal grandparents are Bill and Kim Ross of Evansville. Paternal grandparents are Michael E. and Cindy B. Krack of Wadesville.
Ciara Ann Schenk is proud to announce the birth of her baby sister, Mattison Jean. Mattison was born April 3, 2011 at 11:34am at the Women’s Hospital weighing 7 lbs. 4oz. and was 20 ¼ inches long. The proud parents are Matt and Carla Schenk of Wadesville. Maternal grandparents are Bob and Joann Rentchler of Tennyson. Paternal grandparents are Jerry and Linda Schenk of Poseyville. Maternal great-grandparents are Leo and Marie Gumbel of rural Evansville and Ed and Betty Rentchler of Elberfeld. Paternal great-grandparents are Mary and the late Kenny Eisterhold of Poseyville and Margaret and the late Clarence Schenk of Evansville.
Legion to host Fish Fry fundraiser Owen Dunn Post 5 American Legion at 203 Walnut in Mount Vernon, Ind. will sponsor an “All You Can Eat Fish Fry” and “Bake Sale” on Sunday May 15 serving from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. as a fund raiser for “Relay for Life”. The cost is $9 per person and carry out is available. Call 8385122 to arrange for large carry out orders. Delivery is available for large orders going to work sites. All proceeds will benefit the “Relay for Life”. Please come enjoy a great meal and help the Post 5 American Legion Family to support community fundraising efforts for the “Relay for Life”.
MVCC host Bob Rhoads kids fishing day The Mount Vernon Conservation Club would like to invite all youth (ages 16 and under) of Posey County to attend the Bod Rhoads Kids Fishing Day. The day of fishing will be held rain or shine on Saturday, May 21, 2011, beginning at 9 a.m. at the Mount Vernon Conservation Club Shelter house, located on Highway 69 N between Mount Vernon and New Harmony. There will be lots of prizes in all age groups and following the fishing tourney, hamburgers, hot dogs, drinks, and ice cream will be served to all the kids and their families.
Many thanks for the many generous donations from local businesses and the members of the Mount Vernon Conservation Club. This is a great opportunity to introduce your child to fishing or to just spend a wonderful day outside with them. We hope you will come and join the fun.
The Bethsaida Cemetery Board will have a clean up day Saturday, May 21 at 9 a.m. Families of the deceased are urged to bring plastic bags, rakes, etc. The cemetery receives no township, county, state or federal funds for mainte-
nance. Donations may be sent to Darrell Creek at 8490 Hunts Rd., New Harmony, Ind. 47631, John East at 4305 Main Street, Poseyville, Ind. 47633 or Terry Crawford, 7001 Brair Ridge, Wadesville, Ind. 47638.
Evansville Museum offers summertime Museum Camp The Evansville Museum strives to provide all community members with opportunities for continued education, and we feel that Museum Camp is an important component in fulfilling those needs for children. In an effort to further
MVHS reunion meeting scheduled Mount Vernon High School Class of 1976 will have their 35th reunion planning meeting on Tuesday, May 10 at 7 p.m. at Schneider & Evans
Bethsaida Cemetery clean-up day May 21
Office at 833 E. Fourth Street, Mount Vernon. Call Chris (Nix) Harp at 812-499-2658 or Becky Higgins at 812-2047388 with questions.
our mission as a community partner, we have joined hands with the Macy’s Foundation to present Museum Camp 2011. The registration deadline is Wednesday, June 8. Daycare can be provided in the mornings and afternoons
all week. A limited number of scholarships (full week) for Museum Camp are available, based on financial need. Scholarships are awarded on a first come, first served basis. For an application or more information, call 425-2406.
American Legion poppy days scheduled The American Legion Auxiliary will be holding their annual Poppy Days on Friday and Saturday, May 13 and 14. Members of the auxiliary will be stationed at Wesselman’s. McKim’s IGA, and CVS, and
will be accepting donations for their poppies. All proceeds will be used to benefit the veterans in our area. The help and support of the community with this project is greatly appreciated.
ISP offers young people a look at Law Enforcement Most television viewers have seen at least part of a CSI or Law and Order episode. These shows seemed to have spurred a new interest in law enforcement and forensics. Now the Indiana Evansville’s Tim Piazza entertains shoppers who stop State Police is giving young at the Dharma Cowgirl booth on Saturday morning dur- people an up close look at ing Arts in Harmony, a celebration of artisans and their law enforcement through its youth camps program. work. Photo by Pam Robinson p The three-dayy Respect
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Respect for Law Camps cost $125 and will be held at: University of Southern Indiana (June 16-18), Hanover College (June 23-25), Vincennes University (June 9-11), Anderson University (July 7-9), Notre Dame University (July 14-16). Law Camps give students entering the 7th and 8th grades a behind the scenes look at the criminal justice system. The four-day co-ed camps offer a more advanced look at law enforcement
‘SURPRISE’ OPEN HOUSE! Garden Club to meet Saturday, May 14th 2011. From 2pm to 4pm. Baker Chapel 3495 E State Route 62, Boonville, IN No presents, just cards and your presence will be gifts enough. HOSTED BY JUDY FORD, JOHN AND TOM PEERMAN.
The Garden Club of New Harmony will meet Saturday morning, May 14, at Thrall’s Opera House, New Harmony, Ind., starting with refreshments at 9 a.m. Following the business meeting, the group will visit
Fragrant Farms in New Harmony for a tour and presentation by manager, Kathy Fridley. Membership is open to all area residents with an interest in gardening. Guests are welcome.
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through field trips, exciting demonstrations and motivating programs. Campers meet peers from around the state, participate in recreational activities and leave with a greater understanding of the police field. Law Camps cost $140 and will be held at: Vincennes University (June 9-11) and Anderson University (July 6-9). Similar to the Indiana State Police Academy, Career Camps give high school students an in-depth look at law enforcement. Campers conduct their own crime scene investigations, hear from defense attorneys, judges, and other experts in the criminal justice field, and watch exciting police demonstrations during the weeklong camps. The camp will be held at: Vincennes University (July 10-15th) and Trine University in Angola (July 10-15). The camps cost $225. Scholarships are available to all camps. The camps are made possible through the support of the Association of Indiana Troopers, Indiana District Optimists, Indiana Troopers Youth Services, Jaycees, Kiwanis International, Lions Clubs of Indiana and other generous sponsors around the state. For more information about Indiana State Police Youth Services Camps, please call 888-477-9688 or visit the website at www. in.gov/isp/youthcamps.
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Wolfgang Orchestra and Chorus to present ‘Sound of Music Selections’ May 21, 22 The Wolfgang Orchestra & Chorus, an area ensemble of 57 musicians led by conductor Dennis Noon will present two concerts this month. Old North UMC, 4201 Stringtown Rd, Evansville, will host a Saturday night concert, May 21 at 7:30 p.m. First UMC, Wesley Hall, 601 Main St., Mount Vernon, will host a Sunday night concert, May 22, at 7:30 p.m. Both concerts are free and open to the public, but a free-will offering will be taken for the Wolfgang Music Scholarship. Selections for the concert will include “Finale – From the New World” symphony by Anton Dvorak, “Olympic Fanfare
& Theme” by John Williams, “Syncopated Clock” by Leroy Anderson, “Valdres March” by Johannes Hansen, “Concerto in C minor” for Oboe by Allessandro Marcello with Perry Grimwood, soloist, “A Copland Tribute” adapted by Clare Grundman, “Robin Hood Soundtrack Highlights” by Michael Kamen featuring the men’s Chorus singing ‘Everything I Do’, “Alleluia and Hymn” by Palestrina and “The Sound of Music” featuring the Orchestra and Chorus combined with soloists performing the best loved selections from this great 20th Century Musical. Wolfgang is a community focused orchestra and chorus,
drawing on and inviting local instrumentalists and singers to rehearse and perform together. They are self-supporting, asking dues of the musicians and regular attendance at rehearsals, which are held at Wesley Hall, 601 Main St., Mount Vernon, on Friday evenings from 6 - 8:30 p.m.. If you would like to know more about Wolfgang, or would like to join the group for the summer season, now is the time to give Dennis or Nancy Noon a call at 838-4481. Visit their web site at: http://noonsmusic.com/ and click on Wolfgang for more information.
Community input sought for future of Hedges Central building By Pam Robinson The possible uses for the Hedges Elementary School building in Mount Vernon will be the topic of discussion at a public meeting on Tuesday evening, May 17, 2011. Everyone in the community is welcome to tour Hedges school from 6 to 6:30 p.m. with the discussion forum to follow in the school gym at 6:30 p.m. Dr. Tom Kopatich, superintendent of the Metropolitan School District, or MSD, of Mount Vernon, emphasizes that all plans should focus on rental or lease of the building— not its sale. For those unable to attend the meeting, Kopatich welcomes ideas through phone calls at 833-5124 or emails at kopatichtop@msdmv.k12.in.us . “We want to look at any opportunity we have to put into Hedges Central that can help enhance our community,” he said. “This will be a listening meeting. Nothing is in stone now.” He stresses that he wants the building and grounds to remain an inviting place for residents of the Hedges commu-
nity. The playground will continue to be maintained, for example, for the enjoyment of Mount Vernon children. So far, Kopatich notes, the University of Southern Indiana, University of Evansville, Vincennes University and Ivy Tech have all been contacted and have all expressed an interest in the possibility of a satellite campus at Hedges. Along those lines, Kopatich is sending an email announcement to local businesses and industries to encourage their input about classes they might like to see offered as well as any other ideas for the building’s use. Likewise, he stated that the Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation Department has expressed interest in using the building, namely the gym, for adult and student sport leagues, such as basketball and volleyball. Already, Parks and Recreation uses the adjoining baseball field for kids’ summer leagues. The Hedges building might even support a number of local organizations, Kopatich said, with the building divided into sections for different offices, including district educational offices, and interests.
CrossWalk Fellowship to host Barbecue and Bluegrass May 21 CrossWalk Fellowship would like to invite you to their second annual Barbecue and Bluegrass on May 21st, 2011 featuring “Plowin’ Cowin and the Sodbusters.” This years menu
will consist of pulled pork, coleslaw, baked beans, chips and desert at $10 for adults and $5 for children. There will be door prizes and plenty of fun for all. The concert is free with a free
will offering for the band. The meal will be served at 6 p.m. and the music will start at 7 p.m. CrossWalk Fellowship is located at 1510 N. Cullen Ave. in Evansville, Ind. (East off Green River
Road onto Vogel then take the first left onto N. Cullen Ave. The church is on the left) For further information contact Pastor Tony Yates at 812-464-2446 or go to evansvillecrosswalk.org
Right now, Hedges is home to the county’s special education offices, Family Matters and the library of the Posey County Historical Society. The cost to maintain the facility dropped from upwards of $400,000 to $40,000 this year, Kopatich noted. He added that the MSD of Mount Vernon saved a total of $1.1 million dollars in closing the elementary school. The final decision about the use of Hedges Central Elementary School rests with the Mount Vernon School Board. Kopatich said he hoped to present recommendations to the board as early as June.
Zion Lippe UCC to host Ramsey Financial Peace Zion Lippe UCC Church is hosting Dave Ramsey’s “Financial Peace University.” This personal finance course teaches you how to prepare a budget, how to pay off debt, how to save money, invest and retire with peace, plus much more. Our Church is located at
9000 E. Copperline Road, (at the intersection of Ford and Copperline Road) Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620. Registration is required. Classes begin Cunday, May 15 from 6 - 8 p.m. Contact Carolyn Turner at 812-4990404 for more information or email her at cturner60@ tds.net.
Sermon of the Week: Who is to educate our children? By Pastor Derrick Ousley First Baptist Church Deuteronomy 6:1-9 - The education of our children is a central focus in our community. Our questions surrounding education are plenty. Public or private? Programs? Vouchers? Raises for teachers? Funding per child? Cuts? The list could go on and on. But are we as Christians really asking the most central questions? For example: ‘Who is responsible for the education of our children in the first place?’ and ‘What is the most important subject of our children’s education?’
In Deuteronomy 6:1-9, Moses is preaching his last sermon to the people of Israel before they enter the Promised Land. Moses exhorts the people of God to remember their covenant with the One True God as well as the covenant boundaries, known as the Law. If they do so, they will live well in the Promised Land. Moses then gives the people of God some profound instructions: keep these commands on your heart (v6) by keeping these commands in your home (v7-9). The people of God are to keep God’s Word in the forefront
of family life and community life. God’s Word is the most essential subject to learn for the people of God. And this task is primarily done in the home. Who is responsible for your child’s education? The teachers at school? The government? The Bible is clear in placing the responsibility of a child’s education on the shoulders of the parents. Now, that does not necessarily mean that parents must or should home-school. We are free to use the expertise of others. But it does mean that parents should be actively involved in the education of
their children. Parents are responsible for monitoring the content, correcting the content (if necessary), and even supplementing the content. Which leads to the second question: What is the most important subject of our child’s education? The biblical answer is certainly God’s Word, culminating in God’s revelation in Jesus Christ. If all we do is study math, science, language arts, and social studies, I fear that we fall under the warning of Jesus: “For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world and forfeits his soul?” (Matthew 16:26) What high-
er topic could we teach our children as Christians than the Word of God?! Sunday school teachers do not bear the primary responsibility for this task. Neither do VBS directors, preachers, or youth pastors. Parents (or those acting as parents) bear the primary responsibility for teaching their children the Word of God. One way that Christian families in the past have incorporated the instruction of God’s Word in the home is family worship. Throughout the week, the entire family sits down together while the head of household leads
in Scripture reading, prayer, and singing. In this way, the parents bring unity around God and His Word while methodically instructing the children in the great truths of the Bible. And Lord-willing, this instruction leads to repentance and faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Parents, you are responsible for the education of your children. And if you value God and His Son Jesus Christ, then may you start (or continue) instructing your children in His Word through a regular time of family worship in the home.
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Wed. Prayer Meeting 6:30pm
319 N. Main Street Griffin, Ind. 47616 Phone: 812-851-3291 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m.
Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-4555 Sun. School 9:30 Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wed. Student Ministries 6 p.m.
Sun. Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. Mon. Women’s Bible Study 7 p.m.
10 N. St. Francis Avenue, Poseyville, Ind. 47633 Phone: 812-874-2220 Saturday Mass 6 p.m. Sun. Mass 9 a.m.
Harvestime Temple Pastor Mark Tabor 101 Roosevelt Drive Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-5447 Christian Education 9 a.m. Sun. Worship 10 a.m.; 6 p.m. Wed. Worship 7 p.m.
Mount Zion General Baptist Church Rev. Rick Sellers 1425 Oliver Road Wadesville, Ind. 47638 Phone: 812-783-2337 Sun. School 9:30 Sun. Worship 10:30 & 6 p.m. Wed. Bible Study 7 p.m.
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Agape Family Ministries Pastor Jim Weihrauch 5529 Industrial Road Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-2232 Sun./Children’s Church 10:30 a.m. Wed. Prayer Service 7 p.m. Apostolic Bible Church Pastor Greg Morrison 9808 New Harmony Road Poseyville, Ind. 47633 Phone: 812-851-5456 Sun. Service at 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wed. Night Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Bethesda General Baptist Church 1600 Savah Road Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Black’s United Methodist Church Pastor Lester Howard 8012 Baldknob Road Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-0318 Sun. Worship 9 a.m. Sun. School 10 a.m. Calvary Baptist Church Rev. Kevin Petty 618 Main Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-4777 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wed. Prayer Meeting 7 p.m. Church of Christ 700 Mill Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-2635 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. Church of the Nazarene 531 E. Steammill Street New Harmony, Ind. 47631 Phone: 812-682-3288 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Covenant Reformed Presbyeterian Church (OPC) Pastor Russ Westbrook Pastor Sam Allison 4101 Caborn Rd. Mt. Vernon Sun. Worship, 9:45 a.m.
Fair Haven Christ Fellowship Church Pastor Mike Douglas 10500 Hwy 68 Cynthiana, Ind. 47612 Phone: 812-568-8409 Sun. Worship: 9:57 a.m. Wed. Evening: 6:57 p.m. Wed. Evening Community Supper 6:30 p.m. First Baptist Church Pastor Derrick Ousley 1205 N. Main Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-2187 Sun. Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:40 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wed. Evening 6 p.m. First Baptist Church E. Tavern Street New Harmony, Ind. 47631 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:40 a.m. & 7 p.m. Wed. Evening 7 p.m. First Christian Church Pastor Mary Hurley 7226 Hwy 66 Wadesville, Ind. 47638 Phone: 812-673-4278 Sun. Worship 10 a.m. First Christian Church 1403 Country Club Road Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-2855 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. First Church of the Nazarene Rev. Myers Hyman 424 Vine Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 838-2743 First Presbyterian Church Rev. Monica Gould 120 E. Sixth Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-2473 Sun. School 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. First United Church of Christ Pastor Bret A. Myers Corner of North & Walnut Cynthiana, Ind. 47612 Sun. Worship 8 a.m. First United Methodist Church Pastor Tim Ahlemeyer 601 Main Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-2640 Sun. School 9:30 Sun. Worship 8:15 & 10:30 a.m. Griffin Christian Church Rev. Doug Emberton
Holy Angels Catholic Church Father Thomas J. Kessler 423 South Street New Harmony, Ind. 47631 Phone: 812-838-2535 Sun. Mass 10:45 a.m. Immanuel United Church of Christ Rev. Paul Seburg 5812 N. Ford Road Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-985-3115 Sun. School 9 a.m. Sun. Worship 10 a.m. Independent Pentecostal Assembly Pastor David Payne 312 Mulberry Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. & 7 p.m. Thurs. 7 p.m. Johnson United Methodist Church Rev. John Adams 403 Raintree, New Harmony, Ind. 47631 Phone: 812-682-4648 Sun. School 9 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. Lighthouse Assembly of God Pastor Jason Farrar 1005 E. Tavern St. New Harmony, Ind. 47631 Messiah Lutheran Church Rev. Sean Esterline 7700 Middle Mount Vernon Road Evansville, Ind. 47712 Phone: 812-985-2278 Sun. Worship 8 & 10:15 a.m. Sun. School 9 a.m. Wed. Folk Service 6:30 p.m. Thurs. Bible Study 10 a.m. Mount Pleasant Church Rev. James Davis, Pastor 3801 Blackford Road Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-3930 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. Mount Vernon General Baptist Church Pastor Matthew Watson 1717 N. Main Street
New Beginnings Christian Fellowship Church 11420 Middle Mount Vernon Road Evansville, Ind. 47712 Phone: 812-985-5288 New Harmony Christian Church Rev. Harry Wheatcroft 307 N. Brewery Street New Harmony, Ind. 47631 Phone: 812-682-3626 Sun. School 9 a.m. Sun. Worship 10 a.m. Wed. Bible Study 6 p.m North Posey Community Church Dr. Lee Brown, Pastor Poseyville, Ind. 47633 812-874-2028 Worship: Sun. 10:30 Bible Study: Sun. 6 p.m. Small groups for men, women, youth and children, Wed. 6 p.m. PoCo Joes, Fri. from 7-11 p.m. Old Union Christian Church Pastor Baret Fawbush 10017 S. State Rd. 165 Poseyville, IN 47633 Phone: 812-874-3186 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:15 a.m. Wed. Kid’s Bible Club 4:30 p.m. Point Church of the Nazarene, Rev. Troy DeKemper 12611 Bonebank Road Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-5182 Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. Wed. 6:30 p.m. Poseyville Christian Church Rev. Doris Beckerman Main Street, Poseyville, Ind. 47633 Phone: 812-874-3411 Sun. Fellowship Time 9:15 a.m. Sun. School 9:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. Saint John’s Episcopal Church Rev. Allen Rutherford 600 Walnut Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-5445
St. Matthew Catholic Church Father Thomas J. Kessler 421 Mulberry Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-2535 Saturday Mass 6:30 p.m. Sun. Mass 9 a.m. St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Rev. Rev. Paul Huntsman 46 Cales Street, Ind. 47633 Phone: 812-874-2251 St. Peter’s United Church of Christ Pastor Rev. Michael Erwin 10430 Hwy 66,Wadesville, Ind. 47638 Phone: 812-985-3416 Sun. School 9 a.m. Sun. Worship 10 a.m. St. Peter’s United Methodist Pastor Jeff Pinney 2800 S. Saint Philips Road Evansville, Ind. 47712 Phone: 812-985-3751 /985-2025 Sun. Worship 10:30 a.m. Saint Philip Catholic Church Father Thomas J. Kessler 3500 St. Philip Road South Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-985-2275 Saturday Mass 4:30 p.m. Sun. Mass 7 & 11 a.m. Saint Stephen’s Episcopal Church 318 Main Street New Harmony, Ind. 47631 Phone: 812-682-4604 Sun. Christian Education 10 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II 10 a.m. Saint Wendel Catholic Church Father Edward Schnur 10542 W Boonville New Harmony Road Evansville, Ind. 47712 Phone: 812-963-3733 Sun. Mass 7:30 & 10:30 a.m.; 6 p.m. Salem Heusler United Church of Christ 11325 Lower Mount Vernon Road Evansville, Ind. 47712 Phone: 812-985-2542 Sun. School 9 a.m. Sun. Worship 10:15 a.m. South Gibson Apostolic Chapel Pastor Joe Sizemore 6144 S. 1075 W. Owensville, Ind. 47665 Phone: 812-729-7231 Sun. Worhship 10 a.m. Wed. Bible Study 7 p.m. St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church Father Edward Schnur
Stewartsville United Methodist Rev. Bill Ping RR 2 Poseyville, Ind. 47633 Phone: 812-851-5561 Sun. School 8:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 9:30 a.m. The House of Prayer COGIC Pastor J.I. Hargett 816 E. Third Street Mt. Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-985-3841 Sun. Worship 10 a.m. Tuesday Worship 7 p.m. Friday Worship 8 p.m. The Turning Point 9800 Middle Mount Vernon Road Evansville, Ind. 47712 Phone: 812-985-9800 Trinity United Church of Church Rev. Cynthia Priem, Pastor 505 Mulberry Street Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-838-3805 Adult Study 8:30 a.m. Sun. Worship & Kids Class 10:10 a.m. United Church of Christ of Cynthiana Sun. Worship 10:15 a.m. Thurs. night Kids Club 7 p.m. University Heights Baptist Church 8800 Middle Mount Vernon Road Evansville, Ind. 47712 Phone: 812-985-5158 Wadesville General Baptist Church 3262 Princeton Street Wadesville, Ind. 47638 Phone: 812-673-4660 Sun. School 9 a.m. Sun. Worship 10 a.m. Zion Lippe United Church of Christ Rev. Jay Warren 9000 Copperline Road East Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 Phone: 812-985-2437 Sun. School 9 a.m. Family Worship 10 a.m. Zoar United Church of Christ Rev. John Motz 4600 Church Road Evansville, Ind. 47712 Phone: 812-963-3749 Sun. School 8:30 a.m. Sun. Worship 10 a.m. Mon. Bible Study 10 a.m. Thurs. Evening Bible Study 7 p.m.
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Hunter Motz awarded scholarship North Posey High School community contributions, senior, Hunter Motz, has and honors received were recently been awarded the some of the criteria judged. 2011 Indiana Letters of recomConservation Ofmendation also ficer Thomas J. played a large Deniston Scholrole in deciding arship. He was the four winthe top winner of ners. Hunter will over fifty applistudy Consercants across Indivation Law Enana. An autobiogforcement in the Hunter Motz raphy essay, GPA fall at Vincennes and class rank, a resume University. He is the son of extracurricular activies, of Rick and Alicia Motz of scholastic achievements, Wadesville.
MVHS Spring Art Show set Mount Vernon High School art students won 24 awards at the 2011 Carmi White Regional Invitational Art Exhibit. Top row left to right: Erica Martin, Ivy Griffin, Sabrina Hollar, Cara Hoskins, Nick Seifert, Ben Zickmund and Kassidy Wolfe. Bottom row left to right: Haley Biggs, Katelyn Herrenbruck, Audrey Summers, Olivia Mader, Bailey Ash and Olivia Murphy. Photo submitted
Mount Vernon art students place well in regional show Mount Vernon High School students won 24 awards at the 2011 CarmiWhite Regional Invitational Art Exhibit. Hillary Gee supervised the show and it was held at the Carmi-White County High School in Carmi, Illinois. Over 500 works were entered from high schools the southern Illinois region. In the 3D Category: Ben Zickmund won Best of Category for his slab ceramic entitled “Carribean Blue; Samantha Alsop won First for her stone carving entitled “Blob”: Katelyn Herrenbruck won Second for her wheel thrown ceramic entitled “Jade Fish” and Kate Cox won Third for
her stone carving entitled “Stone”. In the Photography Category: Morgan Fields won Best of Category for her black and white print entitled “Demon Lying within” and Honorable Mention for her black and white print entitled “Ghost”; Audrey Summers won First for her color and black and white print entitled “There’s One in Every Crowd”; Bailey Ash won First for her color print entitled “Serenity”; Samantha Alsop won Second for her double exposure entitled “Distraction” and Honorable Mention for her black and white print entitled “Ferris Wheel”; Olivia Mader won Third with her
color print entitled “Vortex”; Mary Klueh won Third with her black and white print entitled “Bai Merc”; Kassidy Wolfe won Third for her color print entitled “Jewelry” and Olivia Murphy won Honorable Mention for her color print entitled “Water” In the Computer Graphic Category: Lexie Tomlinson won Third for her special effects photograph entitled “Sadie”; Cara Hoskins won Third for her bitmap design entitled “Radiate”; Nick Seifert won Honorable Mention with his object-oriented design entitled “Before the Show” and Amber Petrig won Honorable Mention for her object-oriented design entitled
“Dog on Teal”. In the Painting Category: Erica Martin won First for her oil painting entitled “Self-Portrait”; Kimber King won Second for her watercolor and ink painting entitled “Traffic #1” and Ivy Griffin won Third for her watercolor and ink entitled “City Skyline”. In the Pastel Category: Erica Martin won First for her oil pastel entitled “Ocean” In the 2D Category: Sabrina Hollar won Second with her mixed media entitled “Aquarium” and Haley Biggs won First Place for her ink illustration entitled “Blue Fish”.
The Visual Art Department of the MVHS Fine Arts Academy will present the 17th Annual Spring Student Art Show on May 16 and May 17. The show will be open in the visual arts room both days from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Monday evening from 6-8 p.m. Admis-
sion is free. The MVHS Fine Arts Academy is currently enrolling students for the 20112012 school year. For more information contact www. mvhsfinearts.com or the high school office at 812-8384356.
NORTH POSEY HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT OF THE MONTH KAYLEE BETH DURCHHOLZ Date Of Birth: 8/22/1992 Grade: Senior – 12th Grade Parent/Guardian(s): Dave and Jackie Durchholz Hobbies / Community Involvement: Hobbies consist of playing I enjoy playing volleyball, hanging out with friends, shopping and vacationing. I work at the Donut Bank Bakery after school and on the weekends. In school I am a member of the National Honors Society, Varsity Club and a mentor for the Big Brothers, Big Sisters Program. I also atten St. Wendel catholic Church.
Local students graduate from the University of Evansville during May 7 ceremonies The University will award 559 degrees to 537 students during the ceremony, held May 7 in Roberts Municipal Stadium. Local graduates receiving degrees include: Veronica Bradford of Mount Vernon, graduating with the Doctor of Physical Therapy in Physical Therapy.
Jonathan Jackson of Mt Vernon, graduating with the Bachelor of Science in Global Leadership. Lois Matthews of Mount Vernon, graduating with the Doctor of Physical Therapy in Physical Therapy. Jonathan Mochau of Mount Vernon, graduating with the Bachelor of Sci-
ence in Mechanical Engineering in Mechanical Engineering. Chelsea Roach of Mt. Vernon, graduating with the Bachelor of Science in Accounting in Accounting. Nicholas Schroeder of Mount Vernon, graduating with the Bachelor of Science in Biology.
John Schneider of New Harmony, graduating with the Bachelor of Arts in History. Jared Baehl of Poseyville, graduating with the Bach-
elor of Science in Accounting in Accounting. Jared Baehl of Poseyville, graduating with the Bachelor of Science in Business Adminis-
tration in Management. Ryan Schmitt of Poseyville, graduating with the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Management.
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MVHS student to compete in pageant Miss Heather Marie age appropriate. Girls unBremer, 15-year-old daugh- der the age of 12 are not ter of Blair and Beverly allowed to wear make-up, Bremer of Mount and there is no Vernon, has been swimsuit comchosen as a State petition. The Finalist in the NaPageant protional American gram is based Miss Indiana Pagon inner-beauty, eant to be held July as well as poise 1-3 at the beautiful and presentaIndianapolis Martion, and offers Heather Bremer riott. an “All-AmeriThe National American can spirit of fun for family Miss pageants are held for and friends.” Emphasis is girls ages 14-18, and have put on the importance of five different age divisions. developing self-confidence, Heather will be participat- learning good sportsmaning in the Miss Indiana Jr. ship, as well as setting and Teen (ages 13-15) age divi- achieving personal goals. sion, along with other out- The Pageant recognizes the standing young ladies from accomplishments of each across the great state of In- girl while encouraging her diana. to set goals for her future. The National American The National American Miss Pageants are unlike Miss pageants are dedicated any other. All activities to celebrating America’s fuand competitions are kept ture leaders and equipping
them with life-long skills. Heather’s activities include playing basketball for Mount Vernon High School, hiking in the woods, and camping. She also enjoys hanging out with her friends and family, and attending various sporting events. Some of Heather’s sponsors include Expressway Jeep, Michelle’s Icing on the Cake, Best One, Salon 425, Accutech Controls, Ace Hardware, Loretta Gottman, and Mark Hoehn. The winner of the pageant will receive a $1,000 cash award, the official crown and banner, a bouquet of roses and air transportation to compete in the National Pageant in California where she will receive an exciting complimentary tour of Hollywood and two V.I.P. tickets to Disneyland.
The following ten students were selected by the faculty of Mount Vernon High School as “Wildcat of the Month” for April 2011. Students are selected based on criteria which include academics, citizenship, effort and attendance. Student honorees receive movie passes, food certificates and an MVHS T-shirt for being selected. April honorees are: Front Row: Sarah Duckworth, Bailee Schelhorn, Brittany Wallis, Back Row: Martin Godinez, Nathan Jennings, Craig Beeson, Ben Zickmund. Not Pictured: Ryan Pharr, MacKenzie Stratton, Zoe Burkhart Photo submitted
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Southern Ride Barbecue gives New Harmony a taste of the south By Pam Robinson “My Number 1 customer is the next one who walks through the door,” states Travis Durbin, owner of Southern Ride BBQ, New Harmony’s newest family restaurant located at 1023 Church Street, Unit B. That attitude coupled with great home cooked food at affordable prices has earned Southern Ride BBQ a winning reputation in the 90 days since it opened on January 26. “It’s a great asset to New Harmony to have another familyoriented restaurant,” says Chris Laughbaum, a New Harmony resident and office manager at Jeffrey Koester Construction. Catering to New Harmony families is Durbin’s #1 goal. An Owensboro native, he moved to New Harmony at the same time he opened his restaurant. A working owner, he does his own slow cooking and has taught his staff to make desserts and sides of coleslaw, potato salad, baked beans and pasta salad—all made fresh daily. On three nights, he offers specials suited to a family budget. Monday night is kids’ night when all kids eat free with an adult meal purchase. Tuesday night, he offers all-you-can-eat pulled pork and chicken. Friday nights feature all-you-caneat catfish filets. Specialties include pulled pork and barbecue ribs, “the best around,” according to New Harmony resident Todd Lear, a Sabic employee and regular at Southern Ride BBQ. Durbin’s own favorite is the slaw dog, a one-quarter pound smoked hot dog smothered in pulled pork and coleslaw, soon to become world-famous if Durbin has his way. BBQ taters along with soups and salads round out the menu.
The restaurant will seat 36 inside and 12 on the patio and boasts a décor in keeping with area interest in New Harmony, Colts and UK teams. Needless to say, one wall holds motorcycle photos as well. Soon, he wants to add memorabilia of his favorite Cardinals to the mix. Durbin grew a successful catering business (the result of Colts’ tailgate parties) before Southern Ride BBQ restaurant opened, and it continues to thrive now. He provides meals regularly for such businesses as Sabic, Toyota, Hinderliter Construction, New Harmonie Healthcare and the Posey County Highway Department. Durbin’s love for barbecuing started when he was a teen and followed his dad on the Night Life BBQ cooking team. He has perfected his slow cooking over the course of 20 years since then and is proud to bring his meals to families in the area. He is the corporate sponsor of the local Hog Follies, meeting this coming May 20, 21, 22 (Friday through Sunday) at the Vanderburgh County 4-H Fairgrounds—the motorcycle enthusiast’s answer to the Frog Follies. In addition, he will host the Southern Ride BBQ First Annual New Harmony BBQ Cook-off on October 1 as part of the Golden Raintree Antique Auto Show. The event will feature a cornhole tourney as well. All proceeds will go to support New Harmony School’s winter sports programs. Southern Ride BBQ accommodates families seven days a week, dine in or carry out, for lunch and dinner. Hours are 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday; and 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. on
Sunday. For more information or to plan a catered event, check out the website, www.southernridebbq.com, or call Travis Durbin at 682-4BBQ (4227).
Travis Durbin, who recently opened the Southern Ride Barbecue in New Harmony, stands in front of his Rappite basketball wall ornaments. The store’s number is 682-4227. Photo by Pam Robinson
DAR holds April meeting at Bee Tree Pottery The General Thomas Posey Chapter of NSDAR began their meeting at the Bee Tree Pottery. The owner Mr. Tom Wintczak explained how the pottery was made by demonstrating the clay used in making his clay products. After the enjoyable tour of the Bee Tree Pottery, the chapter met at the home of Breeze Sobek for the meeting. Regent Sarah Bledsoe led the Ritual. The secretary and trea-
surers reports were given. Members plan to visit other members in the nursing homes in New Harmony. The slate of officers for the new year will be Regent Lee Mourer, Vise Regent Donna Creek, Chaplin Elizabeth Dingman, Secretary Martha Ries, Registrar Sarah Bledsoe, VIS Chairman Martha Ries and School Chairman Teresa Branson. Vice Regent Lee Mourer and Treasurer Linda Downen
will attend the 110th State Conference May 13 – 15 , Indianapolis Marriott East. The Awards Luncheon is on Sunday, May 15, 2011. Our chapter winner is Joseph Priest of North Posey High School one of the 13 finalist for the state Good Citizens Award. The next meeting will be held May 10 at 11 a.m. luncheon at The Feed Mill in Poseyville, Ind., with Installation of Officers.
SABIC has been working with officials from Posey County to see how they could help with the flooding situation over the last several weeks. The Posey County American Red Cross asked them to help provide meals to the flood victims who are staying at the shelter by providing a $3,000 donation, and they had over 80 tons of sand delivered to their site for their employees to come out throughout the day on May 2 & 3 to help sandbag. Pictured here from left to right are SABIC employees, Darrell Bollier, Kelly Brooks and Bob Stemple.
Tom Wintczak, owner of Bee Tree Pottery demonstrates several techniques used in creating pottery pieces for the members of the General Thomas Posey chapter of the DAR. Photo submitted
PC residents reminded to get permits for repairs Residents of Posey County are reminded that with the recent disaster, many structures in the community may have experienced structural damage. Repairs and/or reconstruction activities to structures damaged due to the disaster that are located in the floodplain will require a local improvement location permit from the Posey County Area Plan Commission as required by Posey County’s local floodplain ordinance. Failure
to obtain this information can result in a fine. In addition, depending on the property’s loMembers of the General Thomas Posey chapter of the DAR pose for a group piccation, a permit may be required from the ture at Bee Tree Pottery. From left to right are Breeze Sobek, Tom Wintczak, Linda Indiana Department of Natural Resources Downen, Donna Creek, Sarah Bledsoe, and Martha Ries. Photo submitted prior to the start of any reconstruction activity. For more information on the permitting process, contact Posey County Area Plan Commission at 126 E. 3rd St., Rm 223, Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 812-838-1323.
United Way Offers Workshop May 10 The United Way of Posey County is pleased to announce a workshop designed to help nonprofit organizations learn how to most effectively work with their valuable volunteers. The workshop, offered in cooperation with the Indiana Nonprofit Resource Network, will be Tuesday, May 10, 2011, from 5:30 to 7:15 p.m. at the Alexandrian Public Library, 115 West Fifth Street, Mount Vernon, Indiana. The presenter is June Miller, who has been involved in training for over 20 years, is trained in board governance by Board Source, and is a Certified Training Professional. Attendance is open to all area nonprofit organizations for a registration fee of $10 per person. Staff, Board members, and volunteers of member agencies of the United Way of Posey County are eligible for scholarships
provided by the United Way of Posey County and may attend at no cost. Registration is required for all attendees. The deadline for registration is May 5. Call the United Way of Posey County at 838-3637 or email to uwposey@sbcglobal.net for more information, and to register for
the workshop. You will learn about why people volunteer, what motivates different volunteers, and how to retain volunteers. The end result will be volunteers who are happy in the work, do a great job, and are more likely to stay involved.
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Enjoy your Mother’s Day shopping I didn’t spend a lot of time shopping for Mother’s Day this year. As a matter of fact, I spent none. But unfortunately, it wasn’t my choice. I didn’t have the luxury of shopping for a Moth- TRUTH... er’s Day gift or card this year. STRANGER I haven’t since 2006. And THAN although time helps dull the FICTION pain, you never forget it. I went to one of the local BY DAVE Wal-marts this week and I PEARCE watched for a few minutes as people hurriedly ran up, grabbed a card and headed to the register. If I am going to take the time to buy you a card, you can bet I am going to take the time to read it and mean what it says. There were all shapes, ages, and sizes looking for cards. You could almost read the reluctance on some of the faces as they had the “task” of picking out something for their special person. But as we who are beginning to age have found out, shopping for a card or a gift is not an obligation, it is a privilege. My wife learned early on in our relationship that when I headed to the card section, I would probably be there for awhile. If I couldn’t find just the right card with the right message, I’d have to shop somewhere else. I was never one to take card shopping lightly. This Mother’s Day was particularly hard on two families that I know and care for deeply. The family of Dorcas Neidig did not have the luxury or privilege of shopping for a Mother’s Day card this year. This remarkable woman made almost as many North Posey events as I did for her family. And many times, she probably felt much less like being there than I did. But that was her way of showing her family how important they were to her. And as I look at her children and grandchildren, I can see that her time was not spent in vain. On Mother’s Day afternoon, the Neidig family laid their mother to rest. Although a daunting task, it some way the family could take some comfort in knowing their matriarch would not have to go through another Mother’s Day suffering from the cancer that had ravaged her body. Despite the heartbreak and pain you feel today, time will help to heal the heart that aches. There is another family that did not have the privilege of shopping for Mother’s Day this year either. The family of Virginia Medcalf in Boonville lost their mother on Saturday. Not only was Saturday the day before Mother’s Day, it was also the Medcalf’s 62nd wedding anniversary. Virginia lost her battle with ALS. People can attempt to be empa-
thetic and tell you they know how it feels but until you have watched a parent go front a vibrant, productive member of society to one who can no longer contribute, you don’t begin to know the pain that is associated with the feeling of helplessness that accompanies this pain. I feel as if I had a very close relationship with my mother. It seemed like she was always there when I needed her the most. But in the relationship we enjoyed, it seemed that sometimes I was able to be there and to do my part, as well. I felt that between the two of us, there was no situation we couldn’t conquer. But I found out I was wrong. I was there when her leg had to be amputated because of diabetes. Despite the immense pain that followed, we were able to get through it. We suffered through many of life’s heartaches and troubles and we did it together. But when the stroke came and robbed mom of the ability to communicate or to speak or think clearly, I knew I was up against a bigger battle than I had ever faced. But somehow, I felt as if it was up to me to come up with an answer. And try as long and as painfully hard as I could, there was no answer. I can remember, as power of attorney, the morning that I signed my mom into the care of hospice. Not only did I have no answers, I felt I had just betrayed the best friend I had ever had. What an incredibly terrible feeling. There was nothing more that we could work out together, There was nothing more that I could do on her behalf. I had run out of answers. Bust just as the Neidigs and the Medcalfs, you may find yourself looking back and playing the “what if” game. Just like they say with children, they don’t come with instruction manuals. That would make it much easier. But parents don’t come with instruction books either. We love them and care for them the best we know how but when it is God’s time, you will know it. There will be no more answers, only questions. But the real answer lies in knowing that you did everything humanly possible to make a good life for your parent(s). You did everything you could do. They would ask or expect nothing else. Except probably to tell you to look inward and love and take care of each other. Because we all know there will come a time in the not-sodistant future that there will be no reason to shop for birthday cards either. Enjoy the time you have together and make the most of it.
The bill clarifies the attribution rules of intangible income under the corporate income tax and will clarify and streamline the tax protest and warrant process. An important aspect of the bill restricts the exclusion of interest on state and local bonds to those issued in Indiana from income taxes beginning with bond purchases on January 1, 2012 and eliminates the ability to carry back net operating losses effective that same date. The bill also increases transparency within the Indiana government budget, allowing Hoosier taxpayers to see how their money is being spent. This bill will utilize the technology available to us to provide greater transparency for Hoosiers. Another significant piece of legislation passed this session will make our roadways safer. House Enrolled Act 1129 addresses cell phone use while driving and no longer allows a person to use a cell phone to send or read a text message or email while driving. I think we can all agree that distracted driving is a problem and should be avoided at all costs. This legislation will make drivers more focused and less dis-
earlier that very day from Indiana Supreme Court Justice Frank Sullivan who opened the proceedings
GAVEL GAMUT BY JUDGE JIM REDWINE with an explanation of Law Day’s purpose. The students and their teachers did a fine job and the students had a lot of fun learning about the serious
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To the Editor of the Posey County News: What a nice surprise today when the seventh grade Class of Mrs. Ann Duvall, Family and Consumer Sciences, at New Harmony School came into my business to deliver cupcakes with a typed message which read "Thank you for supporting New Harmony with your business. We appreciate everything you do for our community." The young men and woman of the class had baked these cupcakes and came in personally to deliver them to each business in New
Harmony. It reminded me, once again, why I love New Harmony. What a great place to live. Where else can the Jr. High students walk to their local businesses to tell them thank you? Thank you Mrs. Duvall and your 7th Grade Class for visiting all the businesses today in New Harmony and for baking us the wonderful cupcakes. We appreciate you too! Sincerely, Cindy Smotherman Firehouse Antiques
Thanks for supporting St. Matthew School Thanks to you all for coming out to play in the St. Matthew Annual Golf Scramble. Thanks to our Co-Sponsor, Dr. Kyle O. Rapp and our hole sponsors Bruce Hall Body Shop, Eric May State Farm, Consolidated Grain & Barge, and Roadhouse Liquor Wine & Spirits. We were truly blessed with a fun and beautiful day for golf! Congratulations to our winning team of Rick Arney, Charlie Grant, Bill Collins and Bo McKee who shot a 60. Together, we raised $2400 to help pay for field trips and other enrichment programs at St. Matthew Catholic School! So thank you on behalf of the school staff and kids. Special Congratulations to our winners that played, handled the pressure and hit the green in the double or nothing green challenge! These nerves of steel belonged to Kevin Redman, Gary Morris, Brad Arhelger, Neil May, Frank Riecken and Drew Rheinhardt. The winners of the special challenges set
up on the course were Bill Crafton for closest to the pin, Longest Putt was Bill Collins, Longest Drive was Dan Gagnon and Ladies Longest Drive was Judy Riecken. Also Congratulations to Rick Arney who was the winner of the Bourbon and Balls Basket putting challenge when he sunk the difficult putt on the putting green! Thanks to the donors of these prizes, Brian and Kim Krieger, Roadhouse Liquors Wine & Spirits, Nancy and Randy Simon, Tom and Laura Sommerfield, and Tom and Diana Hoehn. Thanks again everyone for coming out to play golf in support of St. Matthew School! May the Lord bless you abundantly on the course and off. The Golf Scramble Committee, Donett and Eric May Brian and Kim Krieger Dr. Kyle and Sherri Rapp Holly and Paul Watzlavik
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business of our legal system. Not all education needs to be painful to be effective. Of course, this Law Day had special lessons for the pupils and our country. And it is likely most people attending the celebration of the Rule of Law reflected occasionally on the juxtaposition of due process of law and ultra vires actions. One of the most valuable lessons of the annual mock trial is the realization that while our legal system may not be perfect, our reach should always exceed our grasp.
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tracted by their cell phones. It is my hope that this legislation will also continue to bring awareness to the dangers of distracted driving. Another issue concerning cell phones is House Enrolled Act 1273. This bill will allow Indiana residents using a cell phone to place their number on a do-notcall list. Several Hoosiers now are using cell phones as their main means of communication and forgoing the traditional land line phone. This legislation will allow us to avoid the hassle of solicitors, who are now contacting people on cell phones. It only makes sense to have a do-not-call-list for cell phones too. These were just a few pieces of legislation we passed this session. So much was accomplished this year and I feel strongly that the bills enacted this session will lead to a better future for Indiana. Many issues were facing the General Assembly just four months ago, but I feel that needed legislation was passed for Indiana and that Hoosiers across the state will reap the benefits of this year’s passed legislation for not just months or years but for generations to come.
Gavel Gamut’s “A Spoonful of Sugar” Over one hundred Posey County high school students attended this year’s Law Day Celebration last week. As I watched the participants exposit the make believe case I reflected on all the thousands of lectures I have suffered through without benefit. But the mock trial was an exercise, not a static experience. The classroom that was the courtroom allowed for immediate application of what was learned. One of the student attorneys even applied what he had heard
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To the Editor: On May 04, 2011 I attended the Posey County Commissioners meeting concerning the rezoning of the property owned by O’Risky Excavating with several neighbors. We were dismayed with the Commissioners action on the zoning approval to say the least. Attorney for my neighbors Les Shively presented a signed statement from Tucker Realty saying our property values would be negatively affected if this B-3 Commercial Zoning was allowed. All the properties surrounding the O’Risky property is either residential or agriculture. Our contention is Mr. O’Risky’s property should be located in an M-1 light industrial zone. Currently, Mr. O’Risky’s business is located off Copperline Road in poorly zoned area. The current proposal would relocate the excavating business to a worse location. Copperline is designated as a Rural Minor Collector Road, and Boberg from St. Phillips to New Harmony Road is designated one down from Copperline as a Rural Local Road. (Posey County, Indiana Long Range Transportation Plan approved 08/03/2010 PCILRTP) “Rural Minor Collector Character of Service: - Accommodates trips less than five miles. - Emphasis is on access rather than mobility. - Travel speeds of 30-55 mph. - 2-lane rural roadways, local streets. Rural Local Road Character of Service: - Accommodates trips less than 2 miles. - Emphasis is on access. Travel speeds of 30 mph or less. - 2-lane local roadways.” Boberg has a speed limit of 20 miles per hour with a dangerous angled bridge that had a 20-ton limit on the West approach until 2008. There was a new engineering study that raised the tonnage rate. According to the state bridge inspector this study should reference the county authorized 20 ton limit and the corrective action taken to raise the limits. Basically it should state why the 20 ton limit was imposed by the county, and why it has been lifted, and by whom? I did not get an answer to this question from the board when asked written, or verbal. The County Road Superintendent told me he just puts up signs and that bridge #166 never had a posted load limit. Well the 2002, 2004, and 2008 state inspections stated #166 had a twenty ton limit. Who changed it? Funny thing is there is a 9 ton road limit go-
Wendy McNamara--At The Statehouse There were many issues facing the Indiana General Assembly when I showed up on January 5th to begin my first legislative session. The issues ranged from ways to spur economic development to cell phone laws. I along with my House Republican colleagues worked hard to ensure the legislation passed was right for Indiana and all issues received a fair hearing. One of our top focuses from the beginning has been to create a better economic climate for Hoosiers to live in. We completed this promise through a few key economic development bills. I coauthored one of these bills, which will make Indiana more desirable to businesses that are looking to relocate or expand here. House Enrolled Act 1004 will lower the corporate tax credit from 8.5% to 6.5%. The current tax rate for corporations was seen as a hindrance to businesses looking to relocate to Indiana because it was the highest in the Midwest. Indiana will now be more competitive and be more attractive to businesses looking to move to the Midwest. This bill will bring more companies to Indiana thus creating more jobs.
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ing into Vanderburgh County on New Harmony Road? Also on pages 19-20 of the Posey County Transportation Study there is an excellent study on Access Management on our roads. This zoning proposal violates the spirit of the Transportation Study signed by the County Commissioners. This study shows the highest risk factors for 30 access points per mile. Boberg Road between St. Phillips and New Harmony Road has 44 access points. This data supports our contention that this zoning proposal would prove hazardous to drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, farm equipment, service vehicles, and the general flow of traffic as indicated by the study. (PCILRTP) I also asked Commissioner Moye why Mr. O’Risky had not purchased one of the other plots that would have given the property the proper egress and ingress off New Harmony Road. Commissioner Moye told me to ask him myself. I would have asked Mr. O’Risky if he would have called or visited me like he did a select number of neighbors. Mr. O’Risky did not avail himself to the neighbors as requested by the Posey County Area Plan. Beside the point it is not my job to find out the particulars in these zoning requests. It is the Commissioners, and Area Plan to know the answers. I already knew that Mr. O’Risky was outbid for the other two plots. That is not the fault of this residential and agricultural area. Finally I detected some disdain for the property owners in Blairsville, Wadesville, and our surrounding neighborhood. I mentioned that at some date this area would get sewers and New Harmony Road would be a secondary gateway for people to choose Northern Posey County as residents. By allowing this zoning Posey County will broadcast that we will not follow the zoning and transportation plans as adopted. Commissioner Moye made a flippant remark how we will all make money as this area grew. Well apparently Commissioner Moye was not listening when Mr. O’Risky indicated this was a lateral move not meant to grow his business. This move is revenue neutral, and no return on investment for the taxpayers.
As for the surrounding landowners they stand to lose value on their investment. The main point is the only goal achieved by this zoning is moving O’Risky Excavating from a bad location to a worse location. What we understand is Mr. O’Risky wants to move this eyesore from behind his house, and into our neighborhood. Why would the County approve such a proposal when so many neighbors oppose this proposal? I have learned a lot in this process. I learned that Posey County needs a full time County Engineer! I also learned Posey County needs to develop an M1light industrial park to locate businesses like O’Risky Excavating. When I first moved out here I contacted Commissioner Sherretz about getting high speed internet and upgraded cable service. Mount Vernon and Poseyville has both, but not this corner of Posey County. At that time Commissioner Sherritz said all we needed was 20 signatures and the county will pursue it. That was because very few offices win by more than 20 votes. Well we have 97 signatures with a vast majority of them from Posey County residents. This zoning plan should be denied. This issue of scattered site zoning approvals will come back to haunt Posey County. This issue should garner as much interest as ambulance service. O’Risky Excavating must still have approval of their site plan before the Area Plan. Please contact your representatives and stop this zoning plan. The Posey County Long Range Transportation Study says it all: “Unfortunately, once an access problem becomes obvious, it may be too late to correct. By managing access to the roadway system during project planning stages, safe access can be provided while preserving traffic flow and future roadway capacity. The key to effective access management is linking appropriate access design features to roadway function. Successful access management practices protect and enhance property values while preserving the public investment in our roads.” David Musgrave and Family (4 voters) Boberg Road Resident
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Daton Spaulding, Kenneth Evans, and Paul Clark were three of many members of Mulzer Stone’s yard at Griffin was nearly completely surrounded by water this the National Guard who helped keep New Harmony afloat during the flooding. week. Mulzer gave sand to anyone in need for bagging this week.
Residents of New Harmonie Healthcare were evacuated as a precautionary measure as water got near the doors of the facility but never got inside. Photos by Dave Pearce
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Flood, from Page 1A members of the Indiana National Guard who were on hand quickly took steps to remedy the problem, it still did not keep some residents along the river from seeing water in their basement for the first time in many years. In some cases, it was the first time ever. Posey County EMA director Larry Robb said the water level stood at the
fourth highest river level in recorded history at the gauge in New Harmony and at the third highest recorded level at the J.T. Myers Locks and Dams in Point Township. Point Township is surrounded on three sides by the Wabash and Ohio rivers and was not accessible by road as of the weekend. All routes in and out of township were completely covered by
water. On Friday afternoon, farmers in Point Township as well as volunteers worked together to get livestock to even higher ground as the river continued to swell. But Point Township residents are accustomed to helping each other, according to Posey County Coroner and Point Township resident Jay Price. But when (and seemingly if) farmers are able to begin to get back into the fields, chances are yields have already began to suffer, based strictly on planting information provided by Purdue University. Conventional wisdom says that the prime planting window to maximize corn yields in much of Indiana opens about April 20 and closes about May 10. This “window” typically opens about one week later across the northern tier of Indiana counties (later warmup) and about one week earlier across the southern tier of Indiana counties (earlier warmup). The specter of delayed planting is clearly on the horizon because little other spring fieldwork has been completed due to the frequent and excessive rainfall in recent weeks. For some growers, tillage operations, herbicide applications, and nitrogen fertilizer applications must be completed first before they can even begin to consider planting their crops. What are the consequences of a delayed start to planting? How important a predictor of statewide corn yield is planting date anyway? Does late planting in and of itself guarantee lower than normal yields? Interestingly, the planting date effect on statewide average corn yield is not clearcut. If one reviews USDA-
NASS crop progress reports for the past 20 years, there is not a strong relationship between planting date and yield on a statewide basis for Indiana. Specifically, departures from annual trend yields are not strongly related to corn planting progress. Even though one can statistically define a mathematical relationship between departure from trend yield and planting progress by April 30 or May 15, the relationship only accounts for 11 to 12 percent of the variability in yield trend departures from year to year. In other words, a number of yield influencing factors (YIFs) other than planting date also affect the ultimate maximum yield for a given year. So what’s the deal? Why is it that every corn agronomist known to man preaches about the importance of timely planting and yet the statewide statistical data suggest that planting date accounts for only 12 percent of the variability in statewide yields from year to year? Let’s look more closely about this seeming paradox. It is true that corn grain yield potential does indeed decline with delayed planting after about May 1. The estimated yield loss per day varies from about 1 bu/ac/ day early in May to nearly 2 bu/ac/day by the end of May. Yield potential goes down with delayed planting because of a number of factors, including a shorter growing season, insect and disease pressure, and moisture stress during pollination. However, the good news is that planting date is but one of many YIFs for corn. What is important to understand is that yield loss to delayed planting is relative to the maximum yield possible in a given year. In other words, if all the other YIFs
work together to determine that the maximum possible yield this year is 200 bu/ac, then the consequence of a 10-day planting delay beyond May 1 (at 1 bu/ac/day) would be a yield potential of 190 bu/ac (i.e., 200 bu/ac potential minus 10 bu/ac due to delayed planting). However, if all the other YIFs work together to determine that the maximum possible yield this year is only 160 bu/ac, then the consequence of a 10-day planting delay beyond May 1 (at 1 bu/ac/day) would be a yield potential of 150 bu/ac (i.e., 160 bu/ac potential minus 10 bu/ac due to delayed planting). Make sense? Consequently, it is possible for early-planted corn in one year to yield more than, less than, or equal to later-planted corn in another year depending on the exact combination of YIFs for each year. That is the reason why statewide average corn grain yields frequently vary by plus or minus 10 percent from the expected trend yield from year to year. •Early planting favors higher yields, but does not guarantee higher yields. •Statewide averages for planting date and yield are not strongly related. •Planting date is but one of many yield influencing factors. Only Mother Nature will eventually determine just how much crop damage Posey County farmers will face this year. But so far, there has been no loss of life from the flooding. And as Posey EMS Director Larry Robb pointed out, while there has been extensive flooding in our county, one doesn’t have to look too far south at the damage and loss of life caused by the tornadoes that ripped through parts of Tennessee and Alabama to realize that things could always be worse.
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Junior High principal enjoying life on other side of the building By Dave Pearce North Posey Junior High School Principal Steve Kavanaugh is nearing the end of his first year at the helm of the North Posey JuniorSenior High School. From all appearances, Kavanaugh and the students couldn’t be happier. “It has been a lot of fun,” Kavanaugh said in an interview this week. “I have gotten to know the staff and we have a very hard-working and dedicated staff here. They really care about the kids and I think we have been feeding off each other, especially this first year. They have been very open to trying different things. It has just been a lot of fun.” Kavanaugh, who came to North Posey Junior High after a stint as Assistant Principal at North Posey High School, believes he is cut out for the job. “The transition has not been as tough as I thought it might be,” said Kavanaugh, whose primary area at the high school level was discipline. “It is different because the kids’ personalities are still developing. But I have enjoyed being around this age group. As much as I liked the high school, this has also been a growing experience for me, as well.” While Kavanaugh’s primary focus at the high school level was discipline, it is only a portion of the job at the junior high. “It gives me an opportunity to see a lot more of the positive things the kids complete and are proud of,” Kavanaugh said. The Montgomery, Ind., native has two brothers, both now residents of Dallas, Texas. One is an accountant and one is a consultant. But Kavanaugh chose a more familiar path, the path of an educator. “My dad was a teacher at Loogootee and my mom was a teacher at Jasper,” Kavanaugh explained. “I
played sports and had fun and played baseball, rugby, and worked during college. I actually played baseball under (Mount Vernon Athletic Director) Gary Redman. I hated to see him leave because he was a super guy and a very good coach. I admire him still.” It was in college that Kavanaugh met the woman who would eventually become his wife Trisha. Kavanaugh got his feet wet in the education profession in the EvansvilleVanderburgh County School Corporation where he was the department head of social studies at North High School. Kavanaugh moved up the ladder and became an assistant principal at Reitz High School where he remained for four years before he got the opportunity to rejoin one of his North counterparts in Dr. Scott Strieter, North Posey High School’s principal. “I made the transition out here and this is a whole lot more like the school where I grew up,” Kavanaugh said. “It is a community-centered school and is what I am more comfortable with and what I enjoy.” Kavanaugh said that while he can see differences between the rural North Posey School and the city schools, the biggest difference is in the community itself. “Every school has things that they work on but it is only when you compare it to the problems of other schools that you really find out how well you are doing things,” he said with a contagious smile. “It’s a big deal out here if you get onto a kid for running in the hallway on his way to lunch. We do have things that we work on out here but they are certainly different problems than before.” Kavanaugh believes that parental involvement is a key to a good education and he has been happy with what he has experienced since he
has been a part of the North Posey School system. “Our scores, our athletics, and just the general attitudes of the students show the level of parental involvement,” Kavanaugh explained. “You want to improve everywhere you go and you do the best you can but until the partners, the community around the school, the parents and the teachers are all on the same page, that’s when you really see the students excel.” Kavanaugh gets a firsthand look at parental involvement as his son is a student at West Terrace, where Trisha Cavanaugh is a teacher. His daughter, Julia, an eighth grader, has already made the transition to North Posey where her father is the principal. “I’m sure that has both pros and cons for her,” he said sheepishly. “I see Michael following suit with his sister once he becomes junior high age.” One tremendous benefit Kavanaugh has been able to enjoy in a smaller school corporation such as North Posey is the fact that he has been able to keep a hand in coaching as he coaches the boys’ reserve baseball team at North Posey, something that would more-than-likely not be permitted at a larger school. “I loved baseball growing up and I played in college and I get to share and be a part of the baseball program out here,” Kavanaugh said. “It is time-consuming for an administrator but I have been allowed to do it and I am very appreciative of it. It has been a lot of fun. You get a totally different look at the kids. You actually get to know the student’s personality.” But while Kavanaugh enjoys coaching, he had no reservations in stating that his duties as an administrator and an educator come first. He doesn’t ever want to take away from the time he could
be attending the events of his seventh and eighth graders. Looking back over the first full year, Kavanaugh is proud of the school students, teachers, and janitorial staff taking ownership of the school’s courtyard. A courtyard plan was developed by one of the counselors’ husbands who is an architect. Five overgrown trees have been removed and benches have been added. The fountain is now working again. Another possibility would be a junior high fitness facility where junior high students and work with only junior high students where they will be more comfortable exercising and gaining strength with students their own age and size. And last but certainly not least, North Posey Junior High School was named a Four-Star School in his first full year as principal. The
honors came from scores of tests taken last year but Kavanaugh pointed out that both North Posey Junior and Senior High Schools were named Four Star Schools this year. “I can’t think of many schools who have the junior high and the senior high achieving Four Star status,” he said. “It has been a great year as far as scores coming back and we were Spell Bowl State Champs under Shannon Busch. She has also taken over the yearbook
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Shephards keep faith, community at center of their lives Posey County natives Rodney and Becky Shephard are wired for children’s activities, whether with their church youth or their own four sons. In church and in the home, they treat all kids like family. During their 16-year marriage, the Shephards have worked as faithful servants for Harvestime Temple, a nondenominational church in Mount Vernon. Their passion for helping youth has led them this year to become the children’s pastors there for ages 3-12. They supervise children’s church on Sunday mornings, lead junior Bible quiz on Sunday evenings and manage Royal Rangers for boys and a similar ministry for girls on Wednesday evenings.
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Lady Vikings tough on Big Eight’s Wildcats, Alices By Steve Joos OK, which is the bigger story? That the North Posey Lady Vikings were 8-3 winners in their county battle at Mount Vernon Friday night? Or that the two teams actually got to play? The Lady Vikings scored five runs in the top of the fifth inning Friday and pulled away from the Lady Wildcats in a county battle which was finally played after two previous rainouts. The win was North Posey’s second straight, but it took a little longer for them the get going, according to coach Gary Gentil. “It took us a little while to get adjusted tonight,” Gentil said “They threw some pitching that we hadn’t seen for a while. It was a little slow, but we got settled in and did some good hitting. Mount Vernon’s getting better and (coach Jeff) Crabtee is doing a good job with them.” Gentil was pleased with the how North Posey played both offensively and defensively. Once the team got used to Mackenzie Stratton’s pitching, they were able to swing at the pitches they wanted to and that was a key to the game. The game was scoreless until the top of the third, when Ali Elpers singled, moved around to third on a pair of ground outs and scored on an infield hit by Meagan Redman. The Lady Vikings stretched the lead to 3-0 in the top of the fourth on back-to-back doubles by Kendyl Ahrens and Lisa Garris, along with an RBI single by Jordan Wassmer. North Posey pitcher Shelley Schmitt was working through a few things Friday and wasn’t as sharp as usual, Gentil said, adding that the defense backed her up with a number of clutch plays. On one, second baseman Amy Brandenstein threw out Stratton when the Lady Wild-
cat hurler tired to score the potential gametying run in the bottom of the third inning on a sharp grounder by Tylyn Tanner that Lindauer bobbled. Stratton had led off the third with a double and moved to third on a grounder by Abbi Oden. But it was the top of the fifth where North Posey put things away. Brittany Wilson led off the Mount Vernon fourth with a home run, but North Posey quickly answered in their next trip to the plate. Ashley Schorr opened the top of the fifth with a single, and then Redman beat out a shot which caromed off relief pitcher Madison Denning’s glove and Steirley reached on a dropped fly ball in left field. Ahrens walked, forcing in Schorr, then Redman came in on a wild pitch. After Garris hit a hard liner to third, Deana Lindauer singled in two runs. She then stole second and came in on a two-run single by Wassmer. Two walks, a dropped third strike, three wild pitches and an infield single by Meagan Montgomery led to Mount Vernon’s other two runs of the game in the bottom of the fifth inning. Gentil said that the Lady Vikings were able to adjust to some of the things Mount Vernon was doing and hoped that this win would help his team turn the corner on the season. Crabtree appreciated Gentil’s compliments and felt that Schmitt threw the ball well (she fanned 12 Mount Vernon batters). “I thought we hit the ball pretty well (against Schmitt),” the coach said. “We had eight hits. That’s too bad off a pretty good pitcher. We scouted her well and we knew what we were looking for going into the
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Wildcat Amy Seifert slides safely into third base as the Vikings’ Lisa Garris tries to get the tag. Photo by Dave Koch
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Lady Wildcat tennis team reaches .500 mark in wins By Steve Joos The Mount Vernon girls’ tennis team finally hit .500 last week, as the Lady Wildcats took two of three dual meets, including one in the Big Eight Conference. The Lady Cats split a pair of Big Eight Conference meets earlier in the week, beating Boonville 5-0 Wednesday after a 3-2 loss at the hands of Vincennes Tuesday night. On paper, at least, the singles spots ran through the Lady Pioneers with little trouble. Claire Schoreder blanked Kendra Hart at first singles and Jenna Reidford did in Elena Barnett at second singles by similar 6-0, 6-0 tallies, while Sara O’Neil got nicked a bit at third singles, beating Amber Wade 6-0, 6-1. The doubles spots were much more competitive, but the Lady Cats still came through with flying colors. Hayley Salaman and Audrey Summers were 6-4, 6-2 winners over Haley Baker and Brooke Baggins at first doubles, while Ashley Knight and Paige Knowles were pushed even further at second doubles before topping Abbi Gober and Ashley Johnson 6-3, 7-5. The Lady Cats took second and third singles against the Lady Alices, but those wins were bookended around a Vincennes sweep of the doubles spots and Colleen O’Rouke’s 6-1, 6-4 win over Schroeder at first singles. Reidford was just about automatic again, beating Kyla Klein 6-0, 6-1 at second singles, while O’Neal was a 6-1, 6-0 winner over Brooke Klein at third singles. Unfortunately for Mount Vernon, the doubles spots seemed to go the other way, as Summers and Salaman fell to Kyle Tamely and Jenna Prout 6-4, 6-0 at first doubles, while Knight and Knowles dropped a 6-1, 6-0 decision to Elizabeth Pipher and Anna Donovan at second doubles. What broke the Lady Wildcats against Vincennes made them Friday night at Tecumseh, as O’Neil and the doubles teams were the difference in Mount Vernon’s 3-2 win over the Lady Braves. The Mount Vernon third singles player toppled Kaylee Hill 6-4, 6-2 to form a winning combination with Summers and Salaman (who beat Hayley Sawhan and Katie Powell 6-4, 6-2 at first doubles) and Knight and Knowles (6-1, 6-0 winners over Lakyn Johnson and Riley Ubehlhor at second doubles) to give the Lady Wildcats the win and a 7-7 record on the season. Schroeder almost gave Mount Vernon four spots, but she came up short at first singles, losing 3-6, 6-1, 6-2 to Tori Fromm, while Reidford lost for just the second time this sea-
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North Posey edges Wildcats, from Page 1B game. Some of the staff executed and some didn’t follow through.” Crabtree thought that Wilson’s homer gave the Lady Wildcats a boost and that Amy Seifert (who collected two hits on the night) was able to give the Lady Cats some help as the game progressed. Crabtree also felt that Stratton did a good job of getting the ball past North Posey (she set down the first six Lady Vikings in a row), but ran into trouble when she started getting the ball up in he fourth and fifth innings. Denning came in and kept North Posey off the bases over the last two innings. “It used to be kind of a rough rivalry, but now I feel like with Coach Gentil and the staff we have here, it’s a friendly rivalry,” Crabtree said. Earlier in the week, the North Posey Lady Vikings played perhaps one of their best games of the year in defeating 8-6 Vincennes by a score of 6-1. The Alices’ one run came on a monster home run in the third inning but Shelley Schmitt settled down and took care of the Alices the remainder of the way. The Vikings moved to 9-6 with their wins this week. The Lady Cats have received a number of compliments over their improved play this season, Crabtree said, adding that the team in hitting the ball well, but now just needs to put together a complete game. The North Posey reserves were able to hold off Mount Vernon 5-4 in their game. The Lady Vikings scored five runs in the last two innings, which all came in handy when the Lady Cats rallied in the bottom of the fifith. The loss to North Posey capped an up and down week for the Lady Cats, one which left them with a 5-10 record heading into this Wednesday’s game at Carmi. The Lady Wildcats finally did to another team what some teams had been doing to them all season Wednesday night. They pounded the competition in five innings under the 10run rule. The Lady Wildcats hit visiting Bosse with a five-run third inning and then added seven more in the fourth en route to a 15-2 thrashing. “We had a pretty good night tonight,” Crabtree said. “Bosse is a much improved team from the first time we played them. That’s what I told (Bosse) coach Waylon Schenk. We played
them the third game of the season, now we’re playing them in Their doubleheader at Tell City Saturday was also rained the 15th game. They even had a few of their key players miss- out. ing. They got a few runs on us and made us buckle down and play some ball.” Those runs came in the top of the second inning after the Lady Wildcats had taken a 3-0 lead in their half of the opening frame. The game was close for all of an inning before the Lady Cats opened up. Hopper led off the Mount Vernon third and she was safe when her fly ball to center field was dropped. Denning and Montgomery each followed with singles to load the bases and a throwing error brought in two runs to make the score 5-2. Webber walked with one out, loading the bases. Oden was retired on an infield fly, but Tanner and Seifert each singled home runs and Brooke Webber crossed the plate on a wild pitch to close out the scoring. “Coming in between innings, I told the girls that we’ve got to let the ball come in to the plate, because the girl wasn’t throwing with a lot of velocity,” Crabtree said. “And she wasn’t throwing a lot of strikes, so I said ‘when the ball comes across, let’s try and drive the ball.” The Lady Wildcats waited for their pitch often and it came to them, especially in the bottom of the fourth. The team collected five straight singles, which combined with three walks, a hit batsman, and a series of wild pitches and passed balls, led to seven more runs. Crabtree mixed his lineup because some of the girls were sidelined by illness, but the team still committed no errors, while Denning settled down after the top of the second and tossed the first complete game of the season for Mount Vernon. “I’m glad that the girls are starting to feel better about themselves and I’m glad that it finally stopped raining,” Crabtree said. The reserves finally got in a game recently, but unfortunately they dropped a 4-3 decision to visiting Heritage Hills. The reserve Lady Wildcats led the entire game until Heritage Hills pushed across a pair of runs in the top of the seventh inning. Mount Vernon’s game at Gallatin County early last week was rained out, as was Tuesday’s game with Princeton. The contest North Posey’s Ally Elpers snagged this line drive over will be made up on Tuesday, May 17, while the make-up game s3econd base during this week’s North Posey Viking win with Gibson Southern which had been slated for that day. over th4e Vincennes Alices. Photo by Dave Pearce
Rappites finally get to play...and win The New Harmony High School’ss baseball team finally got to play some games last week. They even won a few. Blayne Worman collected three hits, all of them for extra bases, and drove in five runs Saturday afternoon, as the Rappites outslugged the Cannelton Bulldogs 13-7 for a sweep of their doubleheader in Perry County. Being able to play was the biggest achievement coach Jim little could think of, next to sweeping the twinbill at Cannelton, of course. “Finally, we got some games in!” Little said. “After three weeks of rainouts and other things, we played some games.” And they really brought out the bats in the nightcap of that doubleheader. Levi Hoehn and Kyle Whitmore combined to scatter seven hits against the Bulldogs, with Hoehn notching his first pitching win of the season. Worman had three blows and they were fairly nice ones, among them two doubles and a triple, all to straightaway center field, a distance of about 410 feet. “All of Blayne’s hits were deep and would have cleared our fence for sure!” Little said. “He broke the game open with his blasts!” Whitmore was also among the four Rappites who each collected two blows, joining Andrew McDaniel, Kris Scarafia and Clint Matthews. Thomas Steagall and Stephen
Murray each had a hit as New Harmony unleashed a 13-hit attack. The Rappites scored six runs in the top of the second inning and then came roaring back after Cannelton had pulled to within two runs at 6-4 with a seven-run fourth inning. In the opener, McDaniel tossed a two-hitter and fanned 16 as New Harmony blanked Cannelton 9-0. The senior hurler helped his own cause with two hits, while Zach Sollman belted a two-run homer in the top of the third inning as the Rappites opened a 5-0 lead. Sollman’s shot not only cleared the fence, but went over a road next to the Cannelton baseball field and landed in a creek. The long layoff might have been fatal for the Rappites as they traveled to Oakland City Friday night to face Wood Memorial. Steagall pitched all seven innings and yielded just one solid hit, but he walked four and hit two as the Trojans beat the Rappites 7-1. McDaniel had two hits, while Mathews and Whitmore each had one. The Rappites were to have played Bosse earlier this week, but that game was rained out and was moved to May 24. The Rappites are now 3-3 on the season and are finally scheduled to play a home game this weekend against Rock Creek, after two more road games earlier in the week.
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Lady Wildcat tennis, from Page B1 The Lady Cats were even stronger at the singles spots, where Reidford posted a 6-0, 6-1 win over Sara Youngblood, Schroeder posted a 6-0, 6-1 decision over Sonja Cox and O’Neil was a 6-1, 6-1 winner over Sara Eaton. “Jenna Reidford has only lost one match all season long and that was to Jasper,” Salaman said. “Everyone else is kind of playing well at times, but she’s been playing well the whole season.” The Lady Cats were even more dominant against Heritage Hills, winning six of seven spots in straight sets 6-0, 6-0. That was the score as Reidford topped Alyssa Begle at second singles, as well as O’Neil over Allison Baron at third singles and both doubles combos (Salaman and Summers over Anna Bush and Vanessa Leltee and Knowles and Knight over Leltee and Kelsey Vores). Schroeder gave up a game enroute to a 6-1, 6-0 win over Meagan Beyers at first singles. Championship Saturday may have been set up by a close one the day before, as a sweep of the singles spots enabled the Lady Cats to win one of those 3-2 meets (this was their third straight), beating Reitz. Schroeder posted a 6-0, 6-0 win over Mariah Bradley at first singles, Reidford posted a 6-0, 6-1 win over Ellie Feiti at second singles and O’Neil outdueled Jessica Scott 6-4, 7-5 at third singles. “(Beating Reitz) definitely helped us,” Salaman said. “That’s kind of the way the season goes. We’ve had a number of matches that were 3-2 on the wrong end and (against Reitz) we were 3-2 on the right end.” As for the doubles spots, that was the weak spot of the day for Mount Vernon. Summers and Salaman won their first set at first doubles, only to fall to Sara McIntosh and Leah Adams 2-6, 6-4, 6-4, while Alyssa Brothers and Ashlee Powers overpowered Knowles and Knight 6-3, 6-3. The “what” was the same, but the “how” was different as the Lady Wildcats dropped a
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pair of 3-2 decisions last week. A sweep of the top two singles spots wasn’t enough as Mount Vernon fell 3-2 at Washington, and then the visiting Central Lady Bears were all over the map in edging out the Lady Cats 3-2. Reidford had a relatively easy time with Central’s Margie Akin, posting a 6-1, 6-1 victory at second singles, while the first doubles duo of Salaman and Summers needed three sets to pull out at 7-5, 2-6, 7-5 win over Melissa Blythe and Cassie Gilliham. Third singles and second doubles each went to three sets against the Lady Bears, but the Lady Cats weren’t as fortunate. O’Neil took the first set of her match, but couldn’t hold off Brittney Smith in the next tow and dropped her third singles contest 4-6, 6-4, 7-6, while Knight and Kinsley Shannon forced a third set with a tie-breaker win in the second set, only to come up short 7-5, 6-7, 6-2 to Kate Fritchley and Kaci Nisswandt at second doubles. Schroeder was competitive at first singles, but it was just too much Jessica Kim, as the Central first singles player came away with a 6-4, 6-4 decision. Washington was spared much of the rain which drenched Southwestern Indiana recently and that meant that the Lady Wildcats and Lady Hatchets got their match in. That was the good news. The bad news? The came up short against the Lady Hatchets 3-2. Mount Vernon captured the first two spots, as Schroeder posted a 6-1, 6-1 win over Hannah Mattingly and Reidford was a 6-0, 6-0 winner over Jocelyn Ivy, but things went downhill further down the lineup, although Knight and Knowles were competitive at second doubles before falling to Justine Johnson and Hannah Rodimel 2-6, 6-2, 6-4. O’Neil and Salaman lost to Brooke Goss and Morgan Whitehead 6-2, 6-1, at first doubles, while third singles went to Rachel Chattin in a relatively close 6-4, 6-4 decision over Summers.
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Wildcats take two of three but find Castle pitching unhittable By Steve Joos When the Mount Vernon baseball team has had the chance to play this season, they’ve done well most of the time. Take last week, for instance. The Wildcats held off visiting Mount Carmel Thursday night 4-3, after being on the short end of a no-hitter Wednesday, losing to Castle 10-0. With the exception of Wednesday’s loss to Castle, the Wildcats have been playing fairly well, coach Paul Quinzer said. “We had a nice ballgame,” Quinzer said. “We’ve beaten Tecumseh, we’ve beaten Washington and we’ve beaten Mount Carmel. Most recently, we’ve been doing OK. In the Castle game, they came to play and we didn’t.” The Cats battled a little more at the plate against the Aces, the coach said. After hitting a lot of fly balls and reaching against the Knights, the Wildcats went out and scored three quick runs against Golden Aces. Troy Paris was in and out of trouble at times, but the junior hurler gave the Wildcats a much-needed Mount Vernon senior Aaron Roberts gets a good piece of the baseball during Fri- complete game, tossing a four-hitter. He was in and day’s home game with Tecumseh. Photo by Terri Koch
out of trouble all night, escaping from a bases-loaded, none-out situation in the fifth inning with just one run scored, and then snuffing out a Mount Carmel rally in the seventh with the tying run in scoring position. Mount Carmel’s pitcher Tyler Winchief settled down after a single, error, hit batsman and triple plated three runs for the Cats in the bottom of the first. After Mount Carmel got on the scoreboard in the top of the third, Mount Vernon pushed across what proved to be the winning run in the bottom of the fourth on a single by Peter Fink and another three-bagger, this time by Aaron Choate. “One of the things that got (Paris) out of trouble was that he came back throwing strikes,” Quinzer explained. “You get into trouble when you walk people. Troy walked the leadoff man in a couple of innings and it helped them with a couple of runs.” Choate had three hits and River VanZant two for the Wildcats to back up Paris’ four-hit pitching. The junior hurler fanned six and walked three. Castle’s pitchers came at the Wildcats from the outset Wednesday, as the visitors no-hit Mount Vernon 10-0 in
a game that was called after five innings under the 10-run rule. “We were taking a lot of first-pitch strikes,” Quinzer said. “They were coming right at us.” The Knights plated six runs in the top of the first and never looked back. Mount Vernon got a leadoff home run from Choate and a two-run shot from Aaron Roberts in their recent 16-7 win at Washington. The Cats erupted for six runs in the top of the fourth to take an 7-6 lead and then added another nine runs over the last three frames to salt things away. Drake McNamara and Paris each had doubles in the Cats’ big fourth inning. The Cats got a nice pitching performance from Hank Dausmann in their 7-1 win over Tecumseh. The Wildcats were supposed to have made up their county battle at North Posey over the weekend, but it was once again the victim of inclement weather, marking the third time rain has washed out the annual battle between the two schools. Saturday’s game with the Vikings was supposed to have been made up earlier in the week, but was also the victim of rain.
Vikings struggle to find consistent excellence in split with Central, Forest Park By Dave Pearce There’s an old country music song that says, “Sometimes you’re the windshield, sometimes you’re the bug. The North Posey Vikings got a feel of both sides this week as the split their two games. The good news is they managed to score 18 runs in two games. The bad news is that Forest Park scored 15 runs and banged out 19 hits while taking advantage of five North Posey errors to manhandle the Vikings 15-6. But the Vikings got to be the windshield earlier in the week at Central as Colton Martin found a way on the mound and the Vikings crushed the Central Bears by a score of 13-0 in
MV High School boys soccer to hold meeting An informational meeting has been scheduled on May 18, 2011 at 6 p.m. in the Mount Vernon High School Main Gymnasium for all incoming ninth to twelfth grade boys who are interested in trying out for the Mount Vernon High School Boys Soccer Team. Contact Kasia Bell at 812-8385-9008 or kbellmk01@yahoo.com if you have any questions or if you are unable to attend meeting.
MV cub soccer sign-ups The Mount Vernon soccer booster club would like to announce the boys and girls cub soccer teams will be holding sign-ups for all students going into the Mount Vernon Junior High (6th-8th) grades next year. The sign-ups will be held Wednesday, May 11 and Thursday, May 12 at the Alexandrian Public Library from 5:30 - 7 p.m. There will be a late sign-up date on Thursday, May 19 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. again at the Alexandrian Public Library.
five innings. Besides a good pitching performance from sophomore Colton Martin, the Vikings took advantage of timely hitting and a grand slam by K.D. Patton. “Colton has some good pitches and he found a way to pitch his way out of trouble,” North Posey Coach Scott Reid said. “He has a lively fast ball and his curve ball is pretty decent. He pitched his way out of trouble. That game could have been a whole lot different if Central had been able to get some timely hits against him.” Reid said the Bears left nine runners stranded in only five innings. “Colton pitched out of a bases loaded jam in the first and pitched out of trouble all day,” Reid said. “At one time in the game, with the bases loaded, one of Central’s batters fouled off 14 pitches before Colton was finally able to fire a fastball by him and get the strikeout.” But on Saturday against No. 1-ranked Forest Park, the Rangers took advantage of everything the Vikings gave them and never looked back. “They are probably the best team we have faced all season,” Reid said. “Not to take anything away from Forest Park, but (starter) Nick Scheller has been fighting soreness in his arm and has just not had his best stuff lately. Then, when Shane Neumann came in, he seemed to be a little off, too. But an aggressive team like Forest Park can make you look like
you don’t have your best stuff.” Reid said pitchers against the Rangers have to be at their best, finding their spots and throwing the right pitches at the right times. Both pitchers began getting the ball up a little bit and when they did, the hot-hitting Rangers took advantage of it. But the defense behind Scheller did not help. The Vikings committed five physical errors and a big mental error, according to their coach. The game against Forest Park could be a preview of the sectional as North Posey will face a field that includes topranked Forest Park, fifth-ranked Tell City, sixth-ranked South Spencer, as well as always-tough Mater Dei…and in only two weeks. But if the weather holds out, the Vikings will have no problem getting game situations in as they are scheduled to play five games this week. They were scheduled to be on the road on Monday and Tuesday and off on Wednesday before playing games on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. “I’ve said all year long that this team is good enough to play with anyone but you can’t give up 19 hits and make five errors and win a lot of ballgames,” Reid said. “Errors are a part of the game and they are going to happen from time to time. But you have to react to them and not allow the errors to snowball.”
The North Posey Vikings congratulate No. 25 Colton Martin after a recent successful outing. Photo by Dave Pearce
Otters benefit for Jacob's Village May 13 Spring is definitely here and with it baseball season. The Evansville Otters first home exhibition game of the year will be played at Bosse Field on Friday, May 13, at 6:35 p.m. The Otters will square off against the Southern Illinois Miners. Proceeds
from this 7th annual event will benefit Jacob’s Village, a non-profit residential community for functionally disabled adults who need assistance with daily living. Last year over $20,000 was raised to help provide programs and services to
Jacob's Village residents. Please help us make this another great year. Tickets are $4 General Admission and $6 for Box Seats and may be purchased at Bosse Field, all G.D. Ritzy’s restaurants, and Jacob’s Village as well as online: www.evansville-
otters.com. You can also support the game by planning a group outing, distributing or displaying posters. For more information about tickets, please contact Cheryl Kuchna at 4836954 or Stephanie Freeman at 449-0232.
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Vikings have fun in win over Rebels The North Posey track teams did a few things differently Tuesday. Both teams tried some athletes in different events for the Vikings’ dual meet with South Spencer, as the two teams split their dual meets. The girls won 61-50, but the boys were on the wrong end of a 73-39 score. “It was a fun meet,� Lady Viking coach Leah Stormont said. “We got to do a couple of different races that girls normally don’t run in, try and get some points and it was fun. The girls had a good time.� Stormont was especially pleased with Mackenzie Orlik, who registered a personal best in the 400-meter dash, while Molly Sims had personal best in the discus. It was difficult to gauge just how much the team improved in comparison to the recent Forest Park Invitational, and it was also difficult to see how well they are running heading into this week’s Pocket Athletic Conference meet. “The invite’s had working a little harder and this was more relaxed,� she said. “But the kids did what they were supposed to do.� Orlik finished second behind Meagan Bender (1:02.9) as North Posey went 1-2 in the 400, while Sims was third in the shot put for one of the bright spots for the Lady Vikings in the throws. Olivia Goebel and Sam Wittgen were double winners for the Lady Vikings. Goebel did her thing, following up on a sweep of the distance races at the Mount Vernon invitaitonal by winning the 1,600-meters (5:56) and the 3,200 (13:31), while Wittgen took both hurdles races, winning the 100-high hurdles in: 21.09 (going 1-2 with Emma Werry) and the 300lows in :47.44, once again going 1-2 with Werry. Bender also won the 200-dash (:28.6), while Lindsay Calvert took first in the 800 (3:02) and teamed with Goebel, Jessica Smith and Brooke Sturgell to take the 3,200-relay (14:39). Olivia Goebel of North Posey carries the baton during The Lady Vikings needed all the points they could get the final leg of the 4x800 relay against the visiting Mount from their runners to overcome a near sweep of each field event by South Spencer, which also took two of three reVernon team recently. Photo by Terri Koch
lays. Despite the loss, boys’ coach Kevin Gengelbach was pleased with how they ran. “We had a number of (personal bests),� Gengelbach said. “Hunter Motz won two races, while Butch Dessauer ran his personal best time in the 110-low hurdles.� Motz captured both distance races, taking the 1,600-meters in 4:55 and the 3,200 in 10:32. Dessauer posted a time of :16.59 in the 110-hurdles for the Viking boys’ other blue ribbon. The team still has plenty of work to do in order to get ready for this week’s conference meet. As for the conference, both Stormont and Gengelbach said that their teams would be working on conditioning and getting better in advance of the meets at Tell City. The boys also had a triangular meet Monday against Wood Memorial and Pike Central which they try and get in shape for. Tuesday’s meet had been scheduled for earlier in the week, but it was moved back due to rain. South Spencer 73, North Posey 39 (boys) 110-hurdles: Dessauer (first) :16.59, Jacob Sturgell (third); 100-dash: Luke Morrow (third); 1,600-run: Motz (first) 4:55;400-dahs: Mitchell Kuhn (second), Nick Neidig (third); 300-hurdles: Dessauer (second), Sturgell (third); 800-run: Wesley Conner (second0, Ben Blankenberger (third); 200-dash: Morrow (second); 3,200-run: Motz (first) 10:32, Jonah Quirk (third); Shot put: Austin Little (second); Discus: Kurt Seibert (second). North Posey 61, South Spencer 50 (girls) 3,200-relay: 1) North Posey (Smith, Calvert, Sturgell, Goebel) 14:39; 100-hurdles: Wittgen (first) :21.09, Werry (second); 100-dash: Bender (second), Orlik (third); 1,600run: Goebel (first) 5:56, Smith (third); 400-dash: Bender (first) 1:02.9, Orlik (second); 300-hurdles: Wittgen (first) 1:07.44, Werry (second); 800-ren: Calvert (first) 3:02, Smith (second); 200-dash: Bender (first) :28.6, Orlik (second); 3,200-run: Goebel (first) 13:31; Shot put: Sims (second).
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County Invitational. The Wildcats finished fourth in the tourney with a score of 327, two strokes behind third-place Central (325), but a little more comfortably in front of fifth-place Heritage Hills (340). North Posey was sixth in the meet with a 345. “We left some putts out there today,� Wildcats coach Doug Blair said. �We will work this week to get ready for the conference meet at Christmas Lake.� Blair thinks traveling for the Big Eight meet will be good for the team, since it will give the Cats a chance to get out of their comfort zone of Western Hills (where they outlasted Castle Tuesday 151-155). “Jasper and Mount Carmel will be paired with us,� the coach said. “We look forward to the challenge.� Sam Key fired a 77 to lead Mount Vernon, while Kyle Sheffer added a 78. Trevor Grant was third on the team with an 83, while Andrew Higgins rounded out the Wildcat foursome with an 89, which may have also hampered the team. Joe Reinitz shot a 93 for the Wildcats. Alex Wade paced the Vikings with an 82, while Ty Butler carded an 84 and Dylan Krohn an 89. Clint Cox rounded out the North Posey foursome with a 90, while Andrew Reich recorded a 110. Memorial edged Harrison 303-305 to win the tourney, while Reitz (356) was seventh, well behind the Vikings. Signature (372), Boonville (372), Tecumseh (388), Tell City (408) and Bosse (432) rounded out the field. The Cats had a great night Tuesday at Western Hills—and they needed it. Three of the top Mount Vernon golfers broke 40 and the Wildcats benefited from a home course advantage at Western Hills. They needed all of those scores and everything that home-course advantage had to offer in order to hold off Castle 151-155. Grant’s even-par 35 paced the Cats, while Jordan Wheatcroft fired a 37, Key added a 38 and Sheffer a 40.
Mount Vernon’s Sam Key putts in close one during this weeks last home meet of the season against visiting Castle. Photo by Dave Koch Those scores were good enough to fight off a Castle team that almost matched the Wildcats stroke for stroke. Nick Boyd paced the Knights with a 37, while Grant Saylor and Dan Paige fashioned 38s to hang around Mount Vernon, but Sheffer was two strokes better than number-four Knight Isaac Alling’s 42. “This was a good effort for our kids,� Blair said. “Jordan (Wheatcroft) shot well for us to help seal the win. Trevor had a great round of 35, which could have been better. He left some putts short. Sam and Kyle are still plugging along for us.� Blair said that the team needs some good weather for the entire team to elevate its game. Higgins (42) and Reinitz (43) made up the rest of the Wildcats’ contingent.
Sports Menu Tuesday, May 10 BASEBALL: North Posey at North Knox, Jasper at Mount Vernon; SOFTBALL: New Harmony at Gallatin County; BOYS’ GOLF: Mount Vernon at Harrison; TRACK: North Posey in the PAC girls’ meet at Tell City, Mount Vernon in the Big Eight Conference meet at Princeton; GIRLS’ TENNIS: North Posey at Wood Memorial, Castle at Mount Vernon; MOUNT VERNON YOUTH BASEBALL: St. Joe One at Mount Vernon Three (Mustang), Mount Vernon at McCutchanville Two (American Bronco), Plaza at Mount Vernon (Bronco National); YOUTH SOFTBALL: Poseyville One at Stringtown (U-8); NORTH POSEY YOUTH BASEBALL: Orange vs. Gold, Green vs. Blue (Rookie), Green vs. Blue Minor). Wednesday, May 11 BASEBALL: Mount Vernon at Harrison; SOFTBALL: Carmi at Mount Vernon; MOUNT VERNON YOUTH BASEBALL: Mount Vernon One at Holy Redeemer (Mustang), Mount Vernon at West Terrace (Pony National), Plaza One at Mount Vernon One, McCutchanville One at Mount Vernon One (Pony American); NORTH POSEY YOUTH BASEBALL: Cynthiana vs. Poseyville Black, Wadesville vs. South Terrace (Major); YOUTH SOFTBALL: Poseyville Two at Poseyville One, Poseyville One at Harwood (U-12). Thursday, May 12 BASEBALL: Boonville at North Posey, New Harmony at Gallatin County, Mount Vernon at Central; SOFTBALL: Mount Vernon at Vincennes; TRACK: North Posey in the PAC boys’ meet at Tell City, Mount Vernon in the Big Eight boys’ meet at Princeton; BOYS’ GOLF: North Posey at Pike Central, Mount Vernon and Bosse at South Spencer (Boonville Country Club); GIRLS’ TENNIS: North at Mount Vernon; RESERVE BASEBALL: Memorial at Mount Vernon; MOUNT VERON YOUTH BASEBALL: West Terrace One at Mount Vernon (American Bronco); YOUTH SOFTBALL: Poseyville Two at Stringtown One (U-12), Poseyville two at German (U-10); NORTH POSEY YOUTH BASEBALL: Green vs. Red, Blue vs. Orange (Rookie), Red vs.
Green ((Minor). Friday, May 13 BA,SEBALL: Princeton at Mount Vernon, Washington Catholic at New Harmony; SOFTBALL: Mount Vernon vs. Memorial at Central, Washington Catholic at New Harmony, North Posey at Wood Memorial; RESERVE BASEBALL: Mount Venron at Boonville (doubleheader) ; MOUNT VERNON YOUTH BASEBALL: Stringtown Four at Mount Vernon Two (Mustang), German at Mount Vernon (Pony National), Mount Vernon Two at German One, Golfmoor at Mount Vernon One (Pony American); YOUTH SOFTBALL: Westside One at Poseyville Two, St. Phillips Two at Poseyville One (U-10). Saturday, May 14 BASEBALL: North Posey at Memorial, Tell City at Mount Vernon (doubleheader); SOFTBALL: Cannelton and Agape Christian at New Harmony, Mount Vernon vs. Forest Park at Central; BOYS’ GOLF: North Posey in the PAC meet at Christmas Lake, Mount Vernon in the Big Eight Conference meet at Christmas Lake; GIRLS’ TENNIS: North Posey Invitational, Mount Vernon at the Heritage Hills Invitational; FRESHMAN BASEALL: Mount Vernon at Vincennes (doubleheader); JUNIOR HIGH TRACK: Mount Vernon in the SIJHAC girls’ meet at Castle South, Mount Vernon in the SIJHAC boys’ meet at Princeton; MOUNT VERNON YOUTH BASEBALL: German One at mount Vernon Four, Mount Vernon Three at St. Phillips (Mustang); NORTH POSEY YOUTH BASEBALL: South Terrace vs. Poseyville Black, Cynthiana vs. Poseyville Red (Major), Red vs. Gold, Orange vs. Blue (Rookie), Blue vs. Red (Minor); YOUTH SOFTBALL: Owensville at Poseyville Two (U-12). Sunday, may 15 MOUNT VERNON YOUTH BASEBALL: St. Joe at Mount Vernon (Bronco American), Mount Vernon at Stringtown (Bronco National); YOUTH SOFTBALL: Stringtown One at Poseyville Two, (U-12), Poseyville One at St. Phillips Two, St. Phillips One at Poseyville Two (U-10), Stringtown Two at Poseyville One (U-8).
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Lady Vikings upset unbeaten Forest Park, fall to Gibson Southern By Steve Joos The North Posey girls’ tennis team had a rain-shortened week and a very big win. The Lady Vikings swept the doubles spots in a pair of hard-fought three-set matches and added a win at third singles to nip the previously unbeaten Forest Park Lady Rangers 3-2 Wednesday night in Ferdinand. Katelyn Esche and Lindsay Droege came back from a tiebreaker loss in the first set to beat Rachel Hentrup and Kelly Weyer 6-7(4), 6-2, 6-2 to take the second doubles spot for the Lady Vikings, while Wendi Simpson and Kendall Reidford shrugged off another first set loss to edge Chelsea Voegel and Alexa
Lange 4-6, 6-3, 6-0 at first doubles. Nichole Perry put the Lady Vikings in position to win with a 6-2, 6-2 decision over Theo Steinmetz at third singles before the doubles spots put North Posey over the top. Forest Park had an early edge by taking the top two singles spots, as Lori Weyer was a 6-2, 6-3 winner over Natalie Thomas at first singles and Sam Hopf topped Meagan Durcholz 6-2, 6-1 at second singles. But then the Lady Vikings traveled to Gibson Southern Thursday night, and came up short 5-0. Perry and Esche pushed their second doubles match to three sets before falling to Tessa
Wendi Simpson nails a backhand during a recent Viking win. Photo by Dave Pearce
Angermeier and Krinmson Chamberlain 3-6, 6-3, 6-3 at second doubles. Thomas had her moments at second doubles before dropping a 6-4, 6-2 decision to Alison Goedde at second singles, while Simpson and Reidford fell to Alyssa Kissel and Rachel Senesemeier 6-3, 6-3 at first doubles. Ackerman fell 6-1, 6-3 to Paige Lewis at third singles, but not until giving the Lady
Titan a battle in the second set. Kori Titzer blanked Durcholz at first singles 6-0, 6-0. The reserve Lady Vikings raised their record to 8-0 on the season with a 6-4 win over Gibson Southern in their match. The Lady Vikings’ match against Heritage Hills set for last week was rained out. North Posey also has a make up set for tonight (Tuesday) against Tecumseh.
Lady Rappites struggle through trying week By Steve Joos If the sun had broken through a little bit earlier Saturday, the New Harmony softball team might have been able to play. As it turned out, however, things didn’t dry out in time and the Lady Rappites’ home game with Union County was washed out, ending a rough week for the team a little early. New Harmony ran into a pair of buzzsaw last week, losing at Boonville on Tuesday 8-1 and then dropping a 10-0 decision in five innings under the 10-run rule Friday at Wood Memorial. “Against Boonville, we played about as well as we could, considering it was Boonville,” coach Jeff Moore said. “Madison Worman pitched a good game, but we didn’t make the plays behind her. We lost 8-1 and all eight of the runs she gave up were unearned.” New Harmony managed just one hit against the Lady Pioneers, a single by Andrea Smotherman, but it didn’t figure in the team’s lone run of the congest. That came when Kelsey Owen was hit by a pitch, stole her way to third and came in on a ground out by Kendall Morris. Worman pitched well, but had a rough sec-
ond inning which proved to be the difference against Boonville, Moore said. At Oakland City, errors weren’t as much of a problem, although all but two of the Lady Trojans runs were unearned. “We have got to starting hitting the ball better,” Moore said. “If you can’t hit, you won’t win.” The Lady Rappites are also suffering from an injury bug which has reduced their numbers to 11 players. That may be contributing to the fielding miscues, since some players are in positions they aren’t used to, Moore added. That also forcead Moore to use Worman longer than he might have otherwise, since he was saving ace Morgan Mathews for Saturday’s game. “I had to leave her out there,” the coach said. “She pitched well in most of the innings (at Boonville), but she had trouble in the second. New Harmony got no hits at Wood Memorial, which won in five innings under the 10run rule. New Harmony’s game with Olney set for last week was also rained out.
North Posey’s first 5K Vallahalla run draws good numbers The Greater Evansville Run Walkers Club recently held its first annual Vallahalla five-kilometer run and two-mile walk at North Posey High school The event drew 39 runners and 28 walkers to the school. Andrea Hoy of Mount Vernon (20:50.4) and Nick Ivy (18:50) of Fort Branch were the respective overall male and female winners in the five-k run. Tony Miksnaek of Benton, Ill., was first among the walkers with a time of 20:18.8, two minutes better than Lee Strigel of Jasper (22:23.6). Adage-group winners in the run were Zach Titzer (13 and under male) with a time of 23:50.9, Kendra Mauck (25:03.3) and Raul Ramirez (24:32.5) in the 20-29 age group, Chris Fulton (26:00) and Dan Titzer (27.41.8) in the 30-39 age group, Cheryl Gray (25:44) and Geoff Gentil (27:37.1) in the 40-49 age group, Susan Hopf (25:53.2) and Brett Stock (25:42) in the 50-59 group and Michael Allan among the 60-69 male runners. Kona Ready (22:52.1), Rhonda Trail (23:22.1) and Rebecca Coleman (23:30) rounded out the top five among the walkers. The run drew 14 Posey County residents, while 22 of the walkers were from the county. Vallahalla 5-k run
Overall female: Hoy (Mount Vernon) 20:50.4 (second among all runners), Male: Ivy (Fort Branch) 18:08.0 (first); Age group finishes-13 and under male: 1) Z. Titzer (Newburgh) 20:50.3 (fourth), 2) Wyatt Cartwright (Poseyville) 20:13.5 (fifth); 20-29 female: 1) Kendra Mauck (Richland) 26:03.3, 2) Jill Garrett (Wadesville) 26:06.2 (15), 2) Stephanie Higginson (Indianapolis) 28:13.2, 3) Candace Geisler (Poseyville) 28:45.2, 4) Sarah Whiskey (Evansville) 28:58.9, Male: 1) Ramirez (Oakland City) 24:32.5 (fifth), 2) Kristopher Mauck (Richland) 25:20.6 9eighth), 3) Brian Notreess (Newburgh) 25:50.8 (11), 4) Zarry Cullum (Newburgh) 34:29.08 (33); 30-39 female: 1) Fulton (Evansville) 26:00 (14) 2) Beth Titzer (Newburgh) 29:05.0 (23), Male: 10 D. Titzer (Newburgh) 27:41.8 (17), Chris Morlan (Mount Vernon) 28:22.6 (20); 40-49 female: 1) Gray (Evansville) 25:44.8 (10), 2) Terri Barrett (Owensville) 25:53.9 (13), 3) Lori Friedlund (Evansville) 30:53.7 (29), Male: 1) Gentil (Wadesville) 27:37.1 (16); 50-59 female: 1) Hopf (Haubstadt) 25:53.1 (12), 2) Patricia Watson (Wadesville) 23:52.7 (32), 3) Arlene Miksnaek (Benton, IL) 38:56.3 (39), Male: 1) Stock (Evansville) 25:42.5 (ninth), 2) Jeff Williams (Poseyville) 27:42.2 (18), 2) Tim Williams (Evansville)30:23.3 (27), 4) Mark Thomas (Wadesville) 34:49.3; 60-plus male: 1) Allan (Evansville) 22:55.4 (third),
2) Robert Claridge (Oakland City) 24:42.9 (sixth), 3) Lee Strigel (Jasper) 29:53.2 (25). Two-k walk T. Miksnaek (Benton, IL) 20:18.8 (first), Strigel (Jasper) 22:23.6 (second), ready (Grayville, IL) 22:52.1 (third), Trail (Evansville) 23:22.9 (fourth), Coleman (Poseyville) 23:30.0 (fifth), Kathy Mauck (Poseyville) 26:53.4 (sixth), Cinda Barton (Wadesville) 28:18.1 (seventh), Jillian Morlock (Poseyville) 28:45.1 (eighth), Eda Jung (Wadesville) 28:47.6 (ninth), Amanda Jung (Evansville) 28:56.2 (10), David Morlock (Poseyville) 29:09.4 (11), Heather Morlan (Mount Vernon) 29:26.0 (12), Lori Motz (Poseyville) 32:09.9 (13), Audra Morlock (Poseyville) 33:53.8 (14), Rachel Thomas (Wadesville) 34:25.4 (15), Patricia Thomas (Wadesville) 34:25.8 (16), Shannon Schickel (Wadesville) 34:39.2 (17), Judith Baehl (Poseyville) 34:40.0 (18), Brenda Garris (Poseyville) 35:06 (19), Carolyn Higginson (Poseyville) 35:27.2 (20), Rita Ripple (Cynthiana) 35:46.5 (21), Alice Simmons (New Harmony) 35:47.3 (22), Donna Schultz (Mount Carmel) 37:11.1 (23), Katie Perry (unknown) 37:17.4 (24), Marilyn Titzer (Cynthiana) 37:19.4 (25), Judy Voegel (Poseyville) 37:20.4 (26), Peggy Motz (Poseyville) 38:24.8 (27), Sharon Wassmer (Poseyville) 38:25.9 (28).
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THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN INDIANA seeks to fill the following positions. For more information on these positions and others, including how to apply, please visit our website at www.usi.edu/hr, or call the USI Employment Information Line at 812-465-7117. Custodial Services Supervisor Responsibilities generally include scheduling, directing and overseeing custodial cleaning and housekeeping work by directly supervising lead custodial workers and custodial works assigned to areas of responsibility during third shift (Sunday-Thursday 10 pm- 6am). High school diploma/GED and a minimum of two years supervisory experience required. Knowledge of custodial methods/techniques and equipment preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills, time management skills and ability to work independently required. Custodial Worker Responsible for general housekeeping duties at the New Harmony Theatre. Seasonal position will work approximately 20 hours a week from May 31st thru August 12th. Standard work days and time may vary due to performance schedule. High school diploma/ GED required; ability to work with limited supervision and reliable transportation are required; general housekeeping experience preferred. Applications accepted in the Human Resources Department, Room 166, Wright Administration Building, or online at www.usi.edu/supportjobs. The University of Southern Indiana is an Affirmative Action/ 5/24 Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator.
Consolidated Grain and Barge Co 2781 Bluff Road, Mount Vernon, IN 47620 OPERATIONS Offering Competitive wages, Family Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Plan, Vacation and Incentives. SEND RESUME TO: Consolidated Grain and Barge P.O. Box 289 Mt. Vernon, IN 47620 Attn: Human Resource Consolidated Grain and Barge is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Jasper - Washington - Chandler - Poseyville LOCAL JOHN DEERE DEALERSHIP Seeking qualified applicants for the following positions in Poseyville: Parts Sales Good communication skills and basic computer knowledge are required. Agricultural and/or Parts experience helpful. Service Technician The qualified Service Technician will have an Agricultural and/or Mechanical background. Electrical and Hydraulic system experience required. Basic computer and equipment diagnostics skills are desirable. Our growing company offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including 401(k), Medical & Dental insurance, paid vacation & holidays, and uniforms. Advancement opportunities are available. Apply in person at your local Wright Stemle location. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 5/10
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CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE GREAT PROPERTIES! 421 East 3rd Street......................$69,900. . . . . . .3 br, 1 ba, 1577 sq ft 421 West 2nd Street....................$49,900. . . . . . .4 br, 1 ba, 2176 sq ft 423 West 8th Street....................$46,900. . . . . . .2 br, 1 ba, 972 sq ft 227 Pearl.......................................$44,900. . . . . . .3 br, 1 ba, 1210 sq ft 415 West 3rd Street....................$39,900. . . . . . .4 br, 1 ba, 1532 sq ft 329 West 8th Street....................$31,900. . . . . . .3 br, 1 ba, 2065 sq ft
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3007 Mackey Ferry Road...........$29,900. . . . . . .3 br, 1 ba, 1235 sq ft 1112 West 2nd Street..................$29,900. . . . . . .2 br, 1 ba, 1238 sq ft 428 West 8th Street....................$24,900. . . . . . .2 br, 1 1/2 ba, 935 sq ft 163 Church Street, Poseyville. . .$20,200. . . . . . .2 br, 1 ba, 916 sq ft 214 Munchoff...............................$15,900. . . . . . .2 br, 1 ba, 1008 sq ft 414 West 2nd Street....................$15,900. . . . . . .2 br, 1 ba, 900 sq ft
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Real Estate Brick Ranch with 2 1/2 car garage, 2 bedrooms and 1 bath upstairs with a full finished basement with living room, bedroom/ office space. 322 Kennedy Drive. $95,000. 812-643-0015 5/31 $69500 Great country living, 900 sqft 2 bed 1 bath, 1 acre, 24x30 pole barn, new roof, new large deck. (812)457-0441 5/10
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LARGE ESTATE AUCTION WEDNESDAY, MAY 25th at 2:00 PM 3400 VINES RD-MT VERNON, IN (SAVAH) BEAUTIFUL 22+/- ACRES w/BRICK RANCHPOLE BARN & LAKE OFFERED in 3 TRACTS & COMBINATIONS; ALSO, 817 W 8th ST-MT VERNON NICE STARTER/INVESTMENT HOME TRACTORS-MOWERS-TOOLS-HUGE SELECTION OF FISHING EQUIP-COLLECTIBLES-HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGS & MUCH MORE!
AUCTION LOCATION: 3400 Vines Rd in MT. VERNON, IN (SAVAH) Directions to 3400 Vines Rd – From Evansville, go West on the Lloyd Expressway (62) towards Mt Vernon, turn right on the William Keck Bypass, then right on 69. At Farmersville Elementary School, turn left on Rippey, then right on Base to left on Copperline. Then go right on Lower New Harmony to Savah Rd to left on Vine. Watch for signs. Auctioneers Note: This huge Estate auction will offer something for everyone! We will be selling personal property in two separate auction rings. Both properties will be offered at 6:00 PM from Vines Rd. Please make your plans now to attend! PERSONAL PROPERTY: Tractors: Ford 2000 diesel w/ 2,100 hrs, 7 spd transmission w/ high & low range, 3 pt, PTO; 9N Ford with 3 pt and PTO Mowers, Equipment, Tools & Misc: Woods RM372 finishing mower; Bush Hog rotary mower w/3pt; 6’ grader blade w/3pt; small single axle trailer; Eaton TXL 50 four wheeler; Husqvarna Mod YTH2148 lawn tractor w/21 hp, hydrostat, 517 hrs; Craftsman 15.5 hp, 42” cut riding mower; older JD riding mower; gas powered snow blower; 5 hp gas chipper/shredder; gas engine transfer pump; high wheel SP mower; high wheel weed trimmer; yard cart w/dump bed; small rubber tire trailer; garden tiller; battery operated weed sprayer; 2 ton cherry picker; chain saws; parts washer; 3 hp air compressor; Greenlee hand band saw; scroll saw; 10” bench saw; drill press; several tool boxes & benches filled with hand tools incl Craftsman; DE grinder; several large vises; Skilsaw miter saw; battery charger; yard tools; 4” wet diamond tile saw; belt sander; & much more! Fishing Equipment: Jon boat, 12’ +/-; trolling motor; 150+/- fishing rods & reels of all types and brands; 20+/- tackle boxes with lures of all types and ages; Other Collectibles, Hot tub, Household Furnishings & Misc SHOWING: Both properties will be available for viewing SUNDAY, MAY 15th from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. TERMS: No Buyer’s Premium! A 5% deposit will be required on the real estate from all winning bidders at time of auction. The balance will be due & payable at within 60 days, or as soon as possible following the completion of any necessary survey work.. The properties are selling on an “as-is” basis and subject to approval of the Estate. Seller: Delbert Hill Estate PLEASE CALL OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATON
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LOST and FOUND Dear Residents, We have lost our SWANS that were on the lake behind the New Harmony Inn. They may have got on the Wabash River when the water was up. No one has seen them. Please contact us if you have any information regarding these swan. The staff of The New Harmony Inn 1-800-782-8605
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HOME FOR SALE 60 x 28 - 3 bedrooms - 2 bath - 1456 square feet. $32,000. Remove from lot. Call 874-2418
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CHURCH ST POSEYVILLE 2 Bedroom 1 bath home with over 1000 sq ft on a large 97x175 lot on a quaint street in Poseyville just blocks from Main St. House has full unfinished basement and attached carport on the rear of home. House has replacement windows, high efficiency heat and air, newer kitchen cabinetry, remodeled bathroom etc. $64,900. Call Andy 449-8444
170 N NIX AVE POSEYVILLE Brick home with four bedrooms. Home is located on a quiet dead-end street in the newer part of Poseyville. The lot is flat and provides plenty of potential for outdoor activities. This is a great affordable family home with a lot of living space including a large great-room and eat-in kitchen. Furnace and A/C new in 2003. Only $99,000. Call Randy at 985-9072
87 W MAIN ST. POSEYVILLE LOOK OUT: TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE! Bank Owned home to be sold as is. 30’x24’ like new detached garage. 35’ x 14’ concrete patio. Some replacement windows. ONLY $25,000. Call Tony 457-2643
Furniture for Sale 2 2Pc QUEEN PILLOW TOP mattress set. Never Used. In m pplastic $139 Sacrifice 8125598-3268
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55 S CHURCH ST. POSEYVILLE There is plenty of room to grow with this older home. 2 bedrooms on the main floor and 1 full bath that was new in 06’. Also new in 06’ is the laundry room which includes Fahrenbacher cabinets. The upstairs is not finished and is not included in the square footage. A lot of work has already been put into this home. A/C, Furnace, duct work& water heater all new in 03’. A new roof was put on in 04’. The windows, siding, and exterior work was done in 05’. This home is all electric. Also included with the home is a 10’ x 12’ yard barn and an enclosed 256 sq. ft. front porch. The basement is mostly unfinished and has been waterproofed. $68,000 Call Randy 985-9072
7925 PETERS RD WADESVILLE Very nice country home on 3 acres with a pole barn. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, Dining area, Den/Office, and all appliances included. Master bath offers a Garden Tub and separate shower with a double vanity. House is all electric with a wood fireplace in the livingroom. Pole barn has electric and has plumbing for a bathroom. This property is perfect for horses, riding ATV’s, or just enjoying the outdoors. Only $110,900 Call Randy at 985-9072
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9. Characters in one inch of tape (computers) 11. Computer screen material 13. Retain a printing correction 16. Booed and 18. Implements 21. To the same extent 24. Swat 26. Musically vocalized 27. Before 29. Used for easing the foot into a shoe 30. Supporting stalk 34. Future destiny 35. Relating to an oracle 36. Salespersons 37. Opaque gem 38. 3rd largest Italian city 39. Vessel used for washing 43. Birds of prey 44. One bound in servitude 46. 41st state 47. Denotes substance is present in the blood 50. Administer an oil 52. What you scratch 53. Relating to aircraft 55. Swiss river 56. Weight = to 1000 pounds 57. Lyric poem
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LEG L LEGALS Arrests and Complaints Arrests April 27 Kevin D. Owen--New Harmony--Theft--MVPD April 28 Jerry Odette--Mount Vernon--Public Intoxication-MVPD April 30 Mark Campbell--Bremen, Ky.,--Operating While Intoxicated--PCS Ralph Reed--Mount Vernon Public Intoxication-MVPD Brandon Givens--Mount Vernon--Operating While Intoxicated--PCS Jerry Odette--Mount Vernon--Driving While
Suspended Prior, Operating Without Ever Receiving a License--MVPD May 1 John Sydnor--Mount Vernon--Criminal Confinement, Domestic Battery, Invasion of Privacy, Residential Entry--MVPD Zachary Ward--Mount Vernon--Criminal Recklessness With a Weapon, Possession of a Firearm Without a Permit, Receiving Stolen Property--PCS Garrett Owen--Mount Vernon--Criminal Recklessness, Dealing in a Look-aLike Substance--PCS Michael Krack--Wadesville--Criminal Mischief, Neglect of a Dependent,
Legal Ads 2011-062 Symbiotics LLC, on behalf of Uniontown Hydro, LLC (PO Box 535, Rigby, ID 83442), submitted a License Application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for the Uniontown Lock and Dam Hydroelectric Project (FERC No. 12958) on April 29, 2011. The project would add a 66.7-MW runof-river generation facility to the existing John T. Myers Lock and Dam in Union County, Kentucky. A copy of the License Application is available for public viewing at the Alexandrian Public Library. The document can also be downloaded at http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/elibrary.asp by searching for the project number. Published in the Posey County News on May 10, 17, 24, 31 & June 7, 2011
2011-061 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OF BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS The Board of Zoning Appeals for the Town of New Harmony will meet on Wednesday, May 25, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at the Town Hall located at 520 E. Church St., New Harmony, IN. The purpose of theis meeting shall be to review a request to relax the side yard requirements at 702 Granary St., New Harmony, IN. The public is urged to atted. Board of Zoning Appeals Town of New Harmony May 3, 2011 Posted: Clerk-Treasurer’s Office New Harmony Post Office Fifth Third Bank in New Harmony Published in the Posey County News May 10, 2011
Criminal Recklessness With a Vehicle--PCS May 2 Christopher Miley--address unknown--Warrant, Contempt of Court, Possession of Marijuana x 2, Driving While Suspended--PCS Shane Duckworth--Mount Vernon--Possession of a Syringe, Possession of Schedule IV--VCSD Teresa Meinshein--Mount Vernon--Resisting Law Enforcement, Disorderly Conduct--VCSD May 3 Linda Glaser--Mount Vernon--Theft--MVPD May 4 Rent Lockyear--Mount Vernon--Public Intoxication-PCS Brandyn Cox--Mount Vernon--Criminal Mischief, Trespass, Disorderly Conduct--MVPD Complaints April 25 8:28 a.m.--Property Damage--Caller advised one of his trash trucks pulled electric line loose, it is sparking driver still in truck. Vectren has been notified by company owner--St. Phillips Rd and Hwy 66, Evansville 10:14 a.m.--Accident-Caller advised he has wrecked in water. No medical attention, just needs officer for a report--Springfield Rd and Hwy 69, Mount Vernon 10:58 a.m.--Suspicious-North side of road, homemade blue cooler with radioactive sign on one side and empty on the other side. Advised a black Cherokee vehicle stopped to look at it. Unsure of what it is but caller advised he has found meth labs in the area before and would like an officer to check out the item--Benthal and Skunk Run, Mount Ver-
2011-060 NOTICE TO BIDDERS TIME AND PLACE OF BIDS: Notice is hereby given that sealed bids for the Construction of a New Fire Station and EMS facility for the Town of New Harmony, Indiana shall be received by the Town of New Harmony, at the Town Hall, 520 Church Street, New Harmony, Indiana 47631-0340 until 4:00 o’clock PM Local Time on Tuesday May 31, 2011 and then publicly opened. Any bids received later the above time will be returned unopened. All bids received for this project will be opened and read aloud at the above stated time. PREPARATION OF BIDS: Proposal and supporting documents required to be attached thereto must be submitted on the forms furnished by the Owner and delivered in a sealed envelope address to the Town of New Harmony, Indiana and marked “Construction Bid”, and the name and address of the bidder. The date and hour of the opening of bids must appear on the envelope in which the proposal is submitted. If the Bid is sent through the mail or other delivery system the sealed envelope shall be enclosed in a separate envelope with the notation “BID ENCLOSED” on the face of it. Proposals shall be submitted on the State Board of Accounts Form 96, together with a Financial Statement Form 96-A or Certified Accounts Financial Statement. Proposals must be completed in ink or typewritten. No alterations or interlineation will be permitted, unless made before submission and initialed and dated. The Owner reserves the right to accept or reject any bid or waive informality or errors in bidding, to award the contract to his interests, and to hold bids for a period of 60 days from bid date. METHOD OF BIDDING: Separate bids shall be received on the following Contracts: CONTRACT NO. 1 …… GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT NO. 2 …… MECHANICAL WORK (includes plumbing) CONTRACT NO. 3 …… ELECTRICAL WORK COMBINED BIDS: Combined bids may be submitted on any combination or on all three (3) contracts listed above, but EACH contract amount shall be stated separately if submitted on one bid form. BID BOND: The Bidder must file with their sealed bid a certified check or a bid bond in the amount of equal to five percent (5%) of the total base bid and all additive (+) alternate bids, including combinations of work proposed, payable to the Owner and same to remain in force for a period of sixty (60) days after the bid due date. The Bid Security of the successful Bidder will be returned when and if satisfactory Performance Bond, Labor and Material Payment Bond, and Insurance Certificates have been furnished and the Contract for Construction has been fully executed. Unsuccessful Bidders will receive their Bid Security after contracts have been awarded. All bids must be guaranteed and not withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days following the bid opening. PERFORMANCE BOND: Contractor receiving award shall be required to furnish, before commencing work, an approved Performance Bond, Labor and Material Payment Bond for 100% of the Contract amount which shall be in full force and effect for 12 months from date of acceptance of the work. The award of the contract is subject to all approvals required by local and federal agencies. Upon securing of all approvals, construction and said contractor shall begin construction within fifteen days of receipt of such notice and shall complete the project pursuant to the contract documents. CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: Contract documents may be obtained from the Office of the Architect for a refundable deposit of $150.00 per complete set, limit one per prime bidder. A separate $15.00 non-refundable check is required for shipping charges. Additional sets will be allowed on purchase price, non-refundable as listed below. Deposit(s) shall be returned to each bidder who returns documents in good condition within fifteen (15) days after the bid date. Any nonbidder will forfeit his deposit. Supplemental sheets of drawings and specifications for sub-contractors or suppliers shall be obtained by paying actual cost of reproductions as stated below. Persons requesting supplementary sheets are responsible for determining the sheets required. Checks should be made payable to Erny and Associates, P.C. Project Manual (only) ……………………………………. $ 65.00 Complete Set of Drawings (only) …………………............$ 75.00 Single Sheet of Drawings ………………………………....$ 6.00 Single pages of Project Manual ……………………...........$ 0.25 PRE BID CONFERENCE: A pre bid conference will be held on Tuesday, May 17, 2011, at 9:00 AM (Local Time) at the New Harmony Town Hall, 520 Church Street, New Harmony, IN. Anyone considering bidding on this project is encouraged to attend. PREVAILING WAGE RATES: Contractors and Sub-contractors are notified that they are required to pay not less than the prevailing wage rates established by the U.S. Department of Labor and the Davis-Bacon Act. Said wage scale is included in the project manual and will be modified, if applicable, 10 days prior to bid opening. BID AND CONTRACT SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Bidders are notified that there is a 10% MBE/DBE/WBE participation goal on this project. Bidders attention is called to the “Notice of Requirement of Affirmative Action to Insure Equal Employment Opportunity, Executive Order 11246”, contained in the bid documents which set forth in part, goals and timetables for the employment of women, minorities and handicapped persons in the project area. Notice that the selected contractor must meet guidelines and practices established by the Indiana Department of Commerce and appropriate federal regulations including: (1) Executive Order 11246, (2) Section 3 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1968, as amended, (3) Certification of Non-Segregated Facilities, (4) OMB Circular A-103, (5) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, (6) Section 504, Rehabilitation Act of 1973, (7) Age Discrimination Act of 1975, (8) Executive Order 12138, (9) Conflict of Interest Clause, (10) Retention and Custodial Requirements for Records Clause, (11) Contractors and Sub-Contractors Certifications, (12) HUD CDBG Disclosure Report, …… and other that may be appropriate or necessary. PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS: Performance of the work shall be in accordance with plans and specifications on file at the following locations. OFFICE OF THE ARCHITECT ERNY & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 1315 EAST ST. CLAIR VINCENNES, INDIANA 47591 PHONE: 812-886-6736
OFFICE OF THE OWNER TOWN OF NEW HARMONY TOWN HALL, 520 CHURCH STREET P.O. BOX 340 NEW HARMONY, IN 47631-0340
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COALITION 318 MAIN STREET, SUITE 400 EVANSVILLE, IN 47708 MHC/MACO REPOGRAPHICS 19 EAST SYCAMORE STREET EVANSVILLE, IN 47713
Published in the Posey County News on May 3 & 10, 2011.
NATIONAL CONST. NEWS 1133 WEST MILL ROAD SUITE 107 EVANSVILLE, IN 47710
non 1:07 p.m.--Theft--Was at Peerless Tavern last night. Had a black case holding 2 Mucci pool sticks, two butts and 4 shafts, bottom of the case if torn. Just wants this on file--Mount Vernon 1:29 p.m.--Theft--Left her purse on her mother’s counter top. She advised the family went to the basement to eat dinner and when she came back up the purse was gone. She advised the doors were unlocked while they were downstairs. She doesn’t think it was a family member that stole her purse. Request to speak with an officer--St. Wendel-Cynthiana Road, Wadesville 1:53 p.m.--Suspicious-Older red and white F 150 truck with 3 to 4 males trying to pull up culvert for scrap metal--Schuessler Road, Mount Vernon 2:11 p.m.--Lost Property-Advised lost trailer license plate somewhere between Posey and Washington-Washington/Posey 3:38 p.m.--Abandoned Vehicle--Caller advised there is a mid-size sedan, silver or gray in color on Blake Road, east of Fletchall. Advised the car is not in the water but there is water on both sides and does not believe the car would be able to move. Caller advised did not see anyone around the vehicle. Just wanted to report it in case someone was trapped-Wadesville 4:49 p.m.--Hit and Run-Advised his wife is driving the Dodge Intrepid and female subject is driving a Honda Accord and she has hit the back of the Dodge Intrepid. Caller advised they may be going to the Mount Vernon Barge area--South on Kimball, Mount Vernon 6:55 p.m.--Domestic--Verbal argument, been violent. Busted the cell phone, pulled phones out of the wall. Can hear male subject screaming in the background--W. Oak St, Poseyville 9:23 p.m.--Suspicious-Male subject, jeans and no shirt, gesturing and yelling at passerby’s walking down the highway--Hwy 69, Mount Vernon 11:30 p.m.--Alarm--Safety trailer, training trailer, front door--Zoar Church Rd-Industrial Contractor’s, Mount Vernon April 26 12:32 a.m.--Suspicious-Husband came home and there was a male subject sitting in their vehicle out front. Vehicle is a Ford Explorer Sport, green. While talking to the caller, the subject got out of the vehicle and left--N Cale St, Poseyville 2:02 a.m.--Suspicious-Caller advised male subject in black going through the vehicles in the area. Subject was last seen going west. Caller called in a second time and advised subject is across the street going through the neighbor’s vehicle with a flashlight--E Fletchall, Poseyville 2:52 a.m.--911 Hang-up-Female screaming, wanting help. Experiencing phone difficulties. Caller called back, found a phone that finally worked. Male subject left. Male subject drives a green 2022 Mercury SUV. Caller is very upset. Caller has no where to go and no family in the area--N Stierley Road, Wadesville 5:55 a.m.--Suspicious-Caller advised he was driving by and saw a large cloud of anhydrous coming from one of the tanks--Posey CoOp, Winery Road 7:14 a.m.--Vandalism-Advised car and work truck broken into. Small items taken. No officer needed, just request extra patrol and this to be on file--N Cale, Poseyville 7:22 a.m.--Medical-Hwy 69 and Hastings Road, Mount Vernon 7:39 a.m.--VIN Inspection--2002 Chevy S 10-Winery Road, Wadesville 8:46 a.m.--Reckless-Advised black SUV all over roadway driving at a high rate of speed--I 64, Griffin 9:48 a.m.--Domestic-Advised male subject is at the location from last night. Advised he is tearing things up--N Stierley Road, Wadesville 10:24 a.m.--Fire--Smoke coming from the house
across from the cemetery-Industrial Road, Mount Vernon 11:06 a.m.--Phone Harassment--Someone called her from Busler’s stating “is this (name)”, caller said yes it is, response “you are the next one dead” then hung up--Hawthorne Drive, Newburg 11:08 a.m.--Standby-Needs standby while he retrieves articles--Stierley Road, Wadesville 11:49 a.m.--VIN Inspection--1979 Chevy Bonanza-Durlin Road, new Harmony 1:45 p.m.--911 Hang-Up-Called back, talked to female subject, she advised it is the bathhouse and they are going back to check it out-Harmonie State Park, New Harmony 2:20 p.m.--Theft--Prescription pills were stolen by the home health care lady--County Homes Drive, Evansville 2:49 p.m.--Drive-Off-Green Lumina--Busler’s, Evansville 3:14 p.m.--Threatening-Receiving harassing hone calls. Caller is in the visitors center and would like to speak with an officer. Subjects are calling from a blocked number. Advised the calls are threatening, stating “you can’t get to me, but I can get to you”--Sabic, Mount Vernon 3:21 p.m.--VIN Inspection--Boat--Bufkin-Springfield Road, Mount Vernon 3:52 p.m.--VIN Inspection--Boat trailer--Wolfinger Road, Mount Vernon 5:56 p.m.--Disturbance-Wife just busted front window out of residence. Wife is still there. While on the phone with caller she advised she did something to her head and it is bleeding. Does need medical attention-Locust ST, Mount Vernon 6:26 p.m.--Parking Problem--Dodge 4-door car, Illinois plates, parked in caller’s driveway blocking the driveway. There is no one around-Showers Road, Cynthiana 8:11 p.m.--Suspicious--By Marrs School, male subject standing in the middle of the highway--Hwy 62, Mount Vernon 11:05 p.m.--Suspicious-Hwy 69 and Johnson Road, Mount Vernon 11:07 p.m.--Suspicious-Subject walking on Hwy 69, yellow bike with a back pack--Hwy 69, Mount Vernon April 27 4:26 a.m.--Information-Subject sitting in light blue car. Has car trouble, has contacted parents. They are going to come and get him when it gets light--Hwy 66, New Harmony 7:14 p.m.--Welfare Check-Dark colored Moped driving with child on the back. Child looks frightened and was screaming “no daddy”. Second caller advised he was in the O’Donnell trailer park--Smith Road, Mount Vernon 9:40 p.m.--Utility Problem--Power line down in the roadway--E Fletchall, Poseyville April 28 10:53 a.m.--VIN Inspection--Trailer--Boberg Road, Evansville 11:14 a.m.--Fraud--Caller advised fraud to his aunt and uncle--DeKemper Ln, Mount Vernon 12:32 p.m.--Standby-Wants to speak with officer about getting articles from residence. Male subject does not want to cooperate. She wants officer to call him and tell him to be at residence so she can get her things. Male subject has a history of domestic violence--Schissler Road, Evansville 3:09 p.m.--Information-Caller is screaming about officer coming on her property and she’s going to tell the judge. Caller is incoherent, making threats about officer being on her property-Upper Mt. Vernon Road, Mount Vernon 4:46 p.m.--Medical-Upper Mt. Vernon Road, Mount Vernon 6:18 p.m.--Wanted Person--Advised (name) has a warrant out of Vanderburgh County--Posey 7:51 p.m.--Disturbance-Advised (name) is at this residence intoxicated, yelling and screaming, causing
problems--Lower Mt. Vernon Road, Mount Vernon April 29 1:51 p.m.--Suspicious-Coleman gallon can and soft drink bottles with straw coming out of them--S Bigge Ln, Mount Vernon 2:08 p.m.--Accident--Vehicle hit a tree, no injuries-Mackey Ferry Road, Mount Vernon 2:27 p.m.--Alarm--Residence, basement motion-Copperline Road, Mount Vernon 6:00 p.m.--Threatening-Caller advised male subject is threatening to bash her head in when she gets home. Request officers--George Ln, Wadesville 6:18 p.m.--Lost Property-Tri-fold leather, beige wallet. Unsure where he left it at. Just wants to report it in case someone finds it and turns it in--New Harmony 9:31 p.m.--Car-Deer--Silver vehicle, over $1,000.00 worth of damage, no injury-Hwy 62, Mount Vernon April 30 12:49 a.m.--Information-Caller advised there were some subjects that tried to tear up his mailbox but he ran them off--S Hoenert, Evansville 4:30 a.m.--Accident-Yellow SUV on its side in a ditch, facing the wrong direction. Caller advised there are 2 subjects, a man and a woman, walking from the vehicle. He advised it looks like they’re stumbling, believes the people walking are the ones from the vehicle-Blake Road, Wadesville 4:50 a.m.--Accident--Red Chevy truck in a ditch--Lane Road, Poseyville 9:43 a.m.--Medical--Upper Mt. Vernon Rd 10:48 a.m.--Alarm--Residence--Oakview Ct, Wadesville 10:59 a.m.--VIN Inspection--83 Prowler camper-Smith School Road, Mount Vernon 4:01 p.m.--Road Hazard-Advised kids are driving down the road at high rates of speed and running into the water. Advised there is a high water sign but it’s on the highway and people are not seeing it and driving into the water. Advised this is dangerous, wants a barricade put up--Griffin Road, Griffin 8:10 p.m.--Road Hazard-White Ford truck parked in the middle of the road, blocking the entire roadway-Koester Road, city not listed 9:41 p.m.--Theft--Caller advised that she thinks someone stole gas from her shed. She advised they’ve brought back the empty cans. Would like extra patrol in the area and wants to speak with an officer--Jackson Road, Mount Vernon 11:38 p.m.--Suspicious-Caller advised he was out on a walk, saw 2 subjects in the alley between Mill and College on 8th Street behind a big brick house holding something very bright, possibly a flare. He advised they’re wearing black sweatshirts and couldn’t tell what they looked like. He advised when they saw him they took off and are hiding behind a big brick house--Mount Vernon May 1 1:08 a.m.--Information-Couple of road closed signs, a stop sign in the middle of the roadway--Base Road, Mount Vernon 1:18 a.m.--911 Hang-up-Buzzing on answer--Savah Road, New Harmony 1:37 a.m.--Vandalism-Caller advised someone has thrown mud and condoms all over his truck. Would like to speak with an officer--Main St, Poseyville 4:09 a.m.--Shots Fired-Caller is in a green Yukon and advised that a red Monte Carlo is following him and has been shooting at him and one of the bullets has gone through the window. He advised he does not know who this could be. Monte Carlo shot at him one more time and then turned around, is now heading back toward town--Hwy 62, Mount Vernon 11:59 a.m.--Domestic-Son is ramming caller’s car. She has pulled into the driveway. Caller has son’s wife in
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Posey County Law Day
THE LEGACY OF JOHN ADAMS FROM BOSTON TO GUANTANAMO
Matthew Kuhlenschmidt questions defendants witness Carynn Koch. Both from Mount Vernon.
Mount Vernon’s Kaci Turner is questioned by the court. She played a witness defendant named Cissalee Dowdy
Defendants from Mount Vernon left to right, Matthew Kuhlenschmidt, Daniel Watzlavik, Kate Higgins, and AshJustice Frank Sullivan Jr. (one hundred and second ley Knight. justice) talks to the three high schools about law day and the history of the law.
The Jury, played by Seniors of New Harmony listens to the defendants and the plaintiffs’ final arguments.
Mount Vernon’s Jonathon Bradford is being sworn in during Monday’s Law Day Mock Trial held at the Posey County Courthouse in Mount Vernon. Each year, all three county school’s participate in the program.
Aaron Choate, who played Norbert Nellie a secret agent for the president, was being questioned by Matthew Kuhlenschmidt, both from Mount Vernon. All photos by Carley Redman
LEGALS Arrests and Complaints Continued the car with her. He assaulted her. He has their 3 months old in the truck with him. He is out of truck now, banging on windows, screaming and yelling. Second call stated her husband is there and he has had to pull him off the window because he was going to bust it. Husband has him contained for the moment--Motz Ln, Wadesville 3:39 p.m.--Extra Patrol--Caller advised gawkers are going past the high water signs on Bonebank Road and washing water in the sand bags. They are not slowing down or anything. Driving through as fast as they can. Advised it is doing no good to sandbag the area with people driving through like this. Advised there was a thing on channel 14 news saying they would take care of it and as soon as officer leaves people are driving through and they need to stop at the rock yard if they want to gawk. Caller advised he wants officers to patrol the area or do something about this--Bonebank Road, Mount Vernon 4:13 a.m.--Vandalism--Vehicle was parked at hwy 69 and Hastings Lane. Vehicle was keyed. Believes the ex-wife did it. She did it to his old truck. Advised she is supposed to be on house arrest. Admitted to being out there but said she didn’t get out of the vehicle. Advised he sees her everyday riding around town, even though she is on house arrest. Would like an officer to call and set up a place to meet because he is soaking wet--Hastings Lane and Hwy 69, Mount Vernon 6:53 p.m.--UFO Sighting--Object flew over the top of caller’s house at about 500 mph. Advising it was right above tree top level, approximately 1000 feet above ground. Caller advised it flew by so fast he couldn’t tell what it was. Has never seen anything like that before. Does not want to speak with an officer, just wants to advise of the situation. Caller advised “it’s an a.m.azing feat that someone can fly that fast and that low”--Lower Mount Vernon Road, Mount Vernon May 2 12:17 a.m.--Road Hazard--Caller advised semi blocking the roadway. Back part of semi in a ditch. Saw the driver getting out of the truck--Lower New Harmony and Base Road, Mount Vernon 5:27 a.m.--Water Rescue--Male and female subject are on top of this vehicle and the vehicle is sinking. Tried to drive through the flood water and the vehicle is now sinking in the water--Upper Mt. Vernon and Esche Road, Mount Vernon 7:51 a.m.--Theft-Automobile--2001 Chevy pickup--Hwy 69, Bradley Trucking, Mount Vernon
1:12 p.m.--Harassment--Foster children, the children she has now, the biological mother has followed her home. She is no longer there at this time. Caller was advised by another party that this mother has been violent in the past to other foster parents that had her children--Hwy 69, New Harmony 3:34 p.m.--Theft--Moved out due to flood waters. Advised some guys from work advised him that a family member that lives on Zoar Church Rd advised there were people in boats out at the residence with flashlights stealing things from homes in the area. Advised the family member just saw people around the area. Did not see them leaving with items. Does not need an officer, just wanted to report it-Zoar Church Road, Mount Vernon Traffic Violations for February 28-March 28, 2011 Stephen M. Arringdale, 37, Springfield, Mo, 68/55, $5.50 plus costs; Thomas L. Blair, 67, Boonville, Ind., 64/55, $5.50 plus costs; Matthew H. Brandenstein, 30, Mount Vernon, disregarding stop sign, $5.50 plus costs; Hannah L. Bratcher, 20, Mount Vernon, 75/60, failure to appear; Stephen Karl Bretzing, 31, Clearfield, Utah 87/70, failure to appear; Darrell Brown, 51, Mount Vernon, 70/60, $5.50 plus costs; Nigeria C. Brown, 30, Kankakee, IL, 70/60, $5.50 plus costs; Johnny A. Clestino, 42, Carmi, IL, 73/60, $5.50 plus costs; Gary L. Conover, 49, Columbia, KY, 76/65, $5.50 plus costs; Mark A. Crowder, 54, Elberfeld, 70/60, $5.50 plus costs; Christine S. Cumbee, 43, Cynthiana, failure to stop at through highway, $5.50 plus costs; Joan Forston, 68, Mount Vernon, dog running at large, dismissed. Henry G. Galanti, 52, Philadelphia, PA, 70/60, failure to appear; Elizabeth N. Gilbert, 21, Bloomingdale, IL, driving while suspended, failure to appear; Michael S. Goebel, 34, Evansville, 65/55, failure to appear; Debra D. Green, 52, Coppell, TX, failure to change address or name on license, $5.50 plus costs; Seth A. Harms, 18, Mount Vernon, violation of posted sign, over shell limit for waterfowl hunting, $6.00 plus costs; Colin C. Harrington, 20, Evansville, 76/60, failure to appear; Bart E. Hayes, 29, Evansville, speed unreasonable under conditions, failure to appear; Brian A. Herrell, 33, Evansville, 72/55, failure to appear; Katherine M. Hicks, 25, Evansville, 70/60, $5.50 plus costs; James Ingram, 41, Milton, WV, 71/65, a.m.ended to 67/65, $5.50 plus costs; Kenan Karamehmedovi, 30, Louisville, KY, 80/70, $5.50
plus costs. Frank Kirk, 21, Mount Vernon, throwing burning material from a moving vehicle, $6.00 plus costs; Wikrom Krisanasuwan, 30, Oklahoma City, OK, 80/70, $5.50 plus costs; Joseph S. Kruger, 32, Mount Vernon, no license on person, failure to appear; James W. Langford, 55, Evansville, 73/60, $5.50 plus costs; Robert L. Long, 22, Mount Vernon, 72/60, $5.50 plus costs; Adam B. Lutgring, 24, Huntingburg, 76/60, $10.50 plus costs; Andrew J. McCutchan, 25, Newburgh, expired license plate, failure to appear; Brandon C. Michel, 18, Fort Branch, 70/55, $5.50 plus costs; Christopher W. Miller, 44, Mount Vernon, 70/55, failure to appear; Memaysha L. Mobley, 31, Kankakee, IL, permitting the operation of a motor vehicle, dismissed; Robert A. Moellering, 46, St. Louis, MO, failure to yield to emergency vehicle, dismissed. Brenda K. Mosby, 46, Mount Vernon, driving while suspended, dismissed; Anthony Olivarez, 25, Edinburg, TX, 66/55, $5.50 plus costs; David L. Page, 71, Evansville, 64/55, $5.50 plus costs; Stephen E. Powell, 59, Mount Vernon, 73/60, $5.50 plus costs; William F. Reynolds, 19, Mount Vernon, driving while suspended, $5.50 plus costs, fine and costs are waived, driver’s license suspended 90 days; Tara J. Ricketts, 19, New Harmony, 76/55, $15.50 plus costs; Patrick T. Ritsch, 24, Crossville, Ill., 80/70, $5.50 plus costs; James C. Rutledge Jr, 49, Bruceville, 64/55, $5.50 plus costs; Sterling D. Sanders, 25, Hampton, VA, 93/70, $15.50 plus costs; Mark W. Schelhorn, 36, Mount Vernon, 65/55, $5.50 plus costs; Donald Scott, 32, St. Louis, MO, failure to yield to emergency vehicle, dismissed. Nathanial W. Seale, 35, Cynthiana, 74/55, $10.50 plus costs; Jon Sellers, 18, Mount Vernon, disregarding traffic control device, dismissed; Kinsley M. Shannon, 16, Mount Vernon, expired license plate, $5.50 plus costs; Andrew Spradlin, 28, LaGrange, IL, 69/55, a.m.ended to 57/55, $5.50 plus costs; Phillona A. Steele, 34, Mount Vernon, no insurance, $5.50 plus costs; Larry R. Stickler, 45, Louisville, KY, 80/70, $5.50 plus costs; John E. Street, 42, Evansville, 68/55, $5.50 plus costs; Paul R. Tannahill, 37, Cisne, Ill., 65/55, failure to appear; Jansen Vaughan, 25, Fairfield, IL, 81/70, $5.50 plus costs; Anthony T. Venson, 20, Evansville, 74/60, $5.50 plus costs; Andrew Williams, 22, Evansville, expired driver’s license, dismissed. Brandon L. Williams, 25, Crossville, Ill., 70/60, $5.50 plus costs; Jered C. Williams, 33, Newburgh, 72/55, $10.50 plus costs.
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