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Two arrested, serious violent felon remains at large

By Dave Pearce Posey County residents are finding that keeping the lines of communication open between citizens and law enforcement is working out very well for everyone…except those who are breaking the law.

According to Posey County Prosecutor Travis Clowers, it was another tip from a concerned citizen that led to two drug arrests and a third warrant that has not yet been served.

Clowers said that officers in the Posey County Narcotic’s Department took a call and came to the prosecutor’s office to obtain a search warrant based on information provided by the tip.

According to Posey County Sheriff Greg Oeth, on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, at approximately 3 p.m., law enforcement officers armed with a search warrant converged on a rural Posey County residence. The search warrant obtained through the Posey County Prosecutor’s Office was executed at 1300 Old Beech Road, near New Harmony.

The search warrant was issued through information obtained by an officer of the Posey County Sheriff’s Department. Two individuals were encountered as officers entered the residence under the authority of the warrant. Arnold D. Wyatt and Kathy G. Wyatt were found in the residence which is the property of Roger A. Greathouse Jr. When officers approached Kathy Wyatt, they found she was holding a one-month-old infant. The woman was apparently babysitting Greathouse’s young child.

“She admitted to snorting meth that morning as well as

Halloween Parade set

The Posey County Junior Women’s Club will have their annual “Halloween Parade” at the Poseyville Community Center.

The parade will be Sunday, October 30th at 1 p.m. Registration is at 12:45. Judges will select their favorites for: Scariest, Funniest, Most Original and Best Overall and best of all.

Vendor Fair planned

A vendor Fair benefiting the Pate family will be held on Saturday November 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Trinity UCC. (Mulberry and 5th street Mount Vernon, Ind.) Vendors include Avon, Carla’s Dainty Designs, Creative Memories, Crafts, Lia Sophia, Mary Kay, Pampered Chef, Scentsy, Tastefully Simple, Thirty One, Small Auction tables, and more. For more information contact Joanna Dickhaut at 2055731 or at jodickhaut@gmail.com.

Halloween Party here

Halloween Party for kids will be held Wednesday October 26, 2011, at the Ribeyre Gym in New Harmony. The event will start at 6 p.m. There will be Hot Dogs, cookies and drinks provided for kids. The event is sponsered by New Harmony Business Assoc. and Friends. Trick or Treating at Businesses in New Harmony will be Wednesday October 26, 2011 from 3 to 5 p.m.

Lights On After School

Each October the national Lights on After School Alliance celebrates its successes. Locally, West School’s program will be on Tues., Oct. 25, 2011, from 5:30-6:30. A light meal will be included. Activities will include pumpkin decorating, and all students take home a book to help them build their own libraries.

This year the families will be able to write on a Graffiti Wall, sharing all the fun things they do at the Lights on After School program.

The group will be coloring and signing a Light Bulb to share with local legislators to let them know the significance and importance of these after school programs.

Arnold D. Wyatt Kathy Wyatt when she was booked in, she had meth in a syringe in her possession,” Clowers said.

Clowers indicated that an arrest warrant was issued on Friday for Greathouse with the charge of a Serious Violent Felon in Possession of a Gun. Oeth reported that the search of the residence yielded precursor chemicals such as anhydrous ammonia, sulfuric acid and other instruments used in the manufacturing process of Methamphetamine. Several firearms including assault rifles and handguns were also seized as officers conducted their investigation. Oeth stated that both Arnold Wyatt and Kathy Wyatt were arrested at the site. Both were taken into cus-

tody without incident.

Arnold Wyatt is charged with possession of precursors with intent to manufacture Methamphetamine, possession of anhydrous ammonia, and visiting a common nuisance.

He is lodged in the Posey County Jail under a $10,000 cash bond.

Kathy Wyatt is charged with possession of Methamphetamine, neglect of a dependent, and possession of drug paraphernalia. She is lodged in the Posey County Jail under a $10,000 cash bond.

Oeth stated his office possesses a warrant for the arrest of Roger A. Greathouse Jr., as a result of this investigation.

Greathouse is currently at large and being sought by law enforcement officials. Oeth would encourage anyone with knowledge or information regarding the whereabouts of Greathouse to contact the Posey County Sheriff’s office at 812-838-3541.

Clowers said that he is working closely with all levels of law enforcement, particularly with the Posey County Sheriff’s Department to stem the flow of methamphetamine in Posey County.

“When we get a tip and there’s a name, we aren’t waiting around to see what happens,” Clowers said. “We are going to go on in, full steam ahead.”

Agencies involved in this investigation include the Posey County Sheriff’s Department, Posey County Narcotics Unit, Indiana State Police, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, ATF, and Child Protective Services.

Posey’s Voegel enjoys life at Mesker Zoo

By Dave Pearce If you ask Poseyville’s David Voegel, he’s got it made. For the past six years, he has worked at a job that he enjoys doing, he likes all the people he works with, and he feels as if he is making a difference in people’s lives, and every day is something new and exciting. How much better can it be?

But for many of us, we wake up in the morning and go into our jobs thinking, “This place is a zoo.” But in Voegel’s case, that’s what it is supposed to be.

Voegel is over the maintenance department at Mesker Park Zoo in Evansville. And his plate is full this time of year as the zoo prepares for probably its single largest event of the year, Boo at the Zoo. As the seasons change, Voegel is busy making sure everything is ready for animals that must be kept inside during the winter months. But most importantly, he is enjoying every minute of it.

Voegel makes it a point to let people know that if they have not taken the time to visit Mesker Park Zoo recently, they haven’t really seen the zoo. Improvements are going on continually and new animals are arriving daily with preparations ongoing for more positives in the making.

Posey County resident and Mesker Zoo Maintenance Director David Voegel stops for a moment in Amazonia. This coming weekend will be the final weekend of Boo at the Zoo, one of the largest events of the year. Photo by Dave Pearce Botanic Garden. It is situated on The zoo is bracing for a suc- nice compliments,” Voegel said.

Amazonia is one display that 50 scenic acres of rolling hills on cessful Boo at the Zoo, especially considering that the zoo has drawn Voegel has been involved in from Evansville’s northwest side. The its outset. According to the zoo’s Zoo is home to over 700 animals a good crowd this year.

“People really enjoy coming out website, exciting things are hapContinued on Page A2 here and we get all kinds of really pening at Mesker Park Zoo and

Posey Historical Society becomes Hedges fourth tenant

By Rhys Mathew The Mount Vernon School Board held a reception for new hires before the Oct. 17 board meeting at the Mount Vernon Junior High School media center. The board also heard plans to solve the flood problem behind West School.

Several new employees were honored at the reception held in the Mount Vernon Junior High Cafeteria. One new teacher, Tim Alcorn, is teaching seventh and eighth grade social studies. Alcorn graduated from the University of Southern Indiana and will be coaching the wrestling and softball teams. “I’m looking forward to this year; Mount Vernon is a great place to be.”

Another new employee is Jean Curtis, the new nurse at Farmersville Elementary. Curtis said, “This job is what I’ve always wanted and I’m fortunate enough to be here this year.”

The board then met for their meeting at 5:45 p.m.

Matt Wallace presented the board with information on building a rain garden to expedite the drainage of storm water behind West Elementary. The rain garden would require excavating soil and installing a collection pipe to connect to the storm pipes. Sand and peat would be added to the excavated soil before it is replaced to assist the growth of deep-rooted plants. Trees, grasses and perennials would be planted in the area to use excess storm water.

“Rain gardens typically discharge less water than they take in, so the stress to the storm pipes is alleviated,” he explained. The rain garden would be integrated into classes to provide the students with a sense of ownership and to enrich the curriculum for science classes.

The board also approved the 2012 budget

and Capital Projects Fund Plan. The board has held several public hearings over the past few months to allow the community to provide input, and as the board has heard no negative feedback, the plan was adopted.

Two new employees were approved at the meeting. Shelley Goad was hired as school secretary at West Elementary School effective with the start of the second semester in January.

Sarah Oeth was hired as a food service worker in the Mount Vernon High School effective immediately.

The Posey County Historical Society has been approved as the fourth tenant at Hedges Central School when they signed a five-year lease with the school board.

The Mount Vernon School Board will meet again on Nov. 7 at 5:45 p.m. at the Mount Vernon Junior High School.

Protection of genealogy records, revenues stir controversy

By Valerie Werkmeister Changes in the Posey County Genealogy Department and the intentions of Family Matters, a research organization, sparked somewhat of a debate during the Posey County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, October 18.

During the October 4 meeting, County Clerk Betty Postletheweight proposed changes in the times and procedures of the genealogy department to deter record thefts.

Those changes included a sign-in sheet, presentation of photo ID and making an appointment during the designated hours the department is open.

Charles Titus, a spokesman for Family

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Matters, stated that his company wants access to the genealogy department to copy records that will later be provided as a source of information online for free. Postletheweight argued that the information is not provided for free as Titus claimed. She also wanted appointments to be made so that an employee could be on hand to monitor the records. As stated in the prior meeting, her intent is to preserve the records and she does not want to deny access to them. Records are sometimes stolen from the department due to their value to stamp collectors.

Postletheweight also did not like the idea of records being copied or microfilmed. She claimed that most other genealogy depart-

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ments she has visited do not allow cameras or cell phones. Appointments must be made in advance and visitors are only allowed to take a pencil and paper inside with them.

Titus maintained that the county owns the official documents and ownership of those documents is never transferred. Titus did agree that once the records are copied, a watermark is placed on the documents to denote that it is not an official document.

Commissioner Scott Moye emphasized to Titus that Postletheweight has authority over the department and procedures that she puts in place must be followed. During the debate, David Angermeier volunteered his time to sit in the geneaology department and

monitor the work Family Matters wanted to complete. Postletheweight agreed to work with him to coordinate the project.

Mindy Bourne of the Area Plan Commission informed the commissioners that the preliminary flood maps have been prepared and can be viewed online. The address is: www.floodmaps.in.gov. She stated that people affected by these maps will be invited to a special open house meeting on November 16, at the Hovey House. The meeting will begin at 1:30 p.m. and representatives from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will be on hand to answer ques-

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Voegel, from Page 1A

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mals from around the globe. Voegel added that there are more than 200 species of plants in the Amazonia display alone. Placards tell about each and every plant and animal on display.

While visiting, you will navigate the Zoo’s geographically grouped and realistically themed regions including South America, North America, Africa, Asia, and Australia. Throughout the Zoo, thousands of exotic and regional botanic species adorn hillsides and animal exhibits. You will be in awe as you explore Amazonia, Forest of Riches, the newest world-class South American exhibit.

But like most of us, Voegel attempts to have a routine. But like none of the rest of us, if he gets frustrated, he can take a walk a few feet from the door to his office and talk to a rhinoceros about it.

“The first thing I do when I come in is get on the computer because I have three guys helping me run the maintenance department,” Voegel said. “We have everything here from buildings built in 2008 to buildings that were built back in 1955. I believe there are 14 building out here.”

So every problem presents its own set of challenges, especially considering the value of some of the animals that are housed in the zoo. And in Amazonia, it rains three times a day.

“Most of the problems we have here at the zoo are on my end…the mechanical end,” Voegel said. “The humidity and temperature must remain constant. We have electric humidifiers and city water and the two don’t mix. We fight that all the time but we try to stay on top of it.”

“The kids can come in here and see what it is really like in a South American Rain Forest,” Voegel said. “There are a lot of classes that come through here but we really haven’t had any problems.”

Voegel says it does him good to see the smiles on the faces of people of all ages who choose to visit the zoo. There have been almost no problems with any kind of vandalism. That is due, in part, to a number of volunteers who spend time at the zoo.

But there is always room for more volunteers, since the number of paid staff is at a minimum.

Voegel attended Purdue University and majored in animal science. But upon graduation, he put his degree on held and worked at several other positions before he got back to his roots, some level of involvement with animals. Some of those activities include being the Poseyville Town Marshal as well as construction jobs as well as heading up the maintenance department for the Evansville Housing Authority for ten years.

Voegel said he is surprised by how many Posey County residents take advantage of their proximity to a world class zoo.

“We have quite a few come out here,” he

said with an infectious smile. “I see people I know all the time over here.”

But for the general population, the zoo remains somewhat of a secret, except for those who frequent the zoo which began in 1928 with a pair of donated tigers.

“We get people who say ‘I haven’t seen this since I was a kid’,” Voegel said. “They really haven’t seen the zoo.”

The world class Amazonia features a rare Rainbow Boa but is minus of any venomous snakes. The capir looks like a combination of several kinds of animals.

Voegel’s main office and his primary work is done behind the scenes. He enters a separate entrance to most of the buildings.

His “office” contains the heating and air conditioning units of the building as well as the water sources. His primary office is in the Clay building, built in 1955. It is home to an 60-year-old, 5,000-pound Indian rhinoceros and a hippopotamus.

But despite a vast knowledge of the works of the zoo and all its parts, Voegel readily admits there is still a lot to be learned and that he learns new things every day. He says Mesker Zoo is centrally located between Nashville, Indianapolis, St. Louis, and Louisville/Cincinnati. He says that zookeepers at the different facilities have become great friends because as problems arise, there is probably a nearby zoo that has experienced the same or a similar problem who can help solve the current one.

“There’s no point in re-inventing the wheel,” Voegel explained.

Zoo gates will close at 2 p.m. on October 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30 and reopen at 5 p.m. for the Boo at the Zoo event. The event has become so popular, a third night (Sunday) has been added to the two-weekend event this year.

The Zoo’s most popular event is just around the corner. Enjoy a safe Halloween and visit the creatures of the night in the newly renovated Nocturnal exhibit, as well as Amazonia, all at the same time. Visitors will trick or treat throughout the zoo visiting more than a dozen candy stations, plus enjoy craft activities, a giant inflatable, a Mad Scientist, murals, face painting, creepy critters, games and of course, the Amazing Magician Don Baggett. Don’t forget to dress up in your favorite costume.

Visitors of all ages will have a frightfully good time and enjoy an adventuresome Halloween, leaving the zoo with a bag full of goodies.

Parking is available at the Zoo’s main parking lot, located at 1545 Mesker Park Drive, as well as Lot A (located across from Mesker Ampitheatre) and a third lot located next to Mesker Park.

Later this year, Mesker Zoo plans to open an animal commissary where visitors can go and watch food being prepared for the animals.

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For Poseyville CLERK – TREASURER

STEVE FUELLING FOR CITY COUNCIL 2ND

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OBITUARIES Pamelia ‘Pam’ A. Reynolds

Lloyd Glenn DeFur Lloyd Glenn DeFur, 65, of Carmi, Illinois, formerly of Wadesville, Indiana, born to Walter Lloyd and Julia Grace (Hedges) DeFur on July 6, 1946, in Wadesville, Indiana, passed away 11:25 a.m., Thurs., Oct. 20, 2011, at VNA Charlier Hospice Center in Evansville, Indiana.

He was North Posey High School and as a graduate grad ate of N Purdue University. He enjoyed fishing and gardening and worked in Farm Management and Banking. The last several years he worked as a Bank Consultant.

He was a member of the General Baptist Church of Wadesville, Ind. Surviving are his wife: Mary Kathrin (Wray) DeFur; one daughter: Joan Marie (Steve) Garrett of Rockport, Indiana; two sons: Joseph Glenn (April) DeFur and Jonathon Glenn DeFur both of Richland City, Indiana; two step-sons: Douglas Glen (Anita) Koontz of Belleville, Ill., and Brian Keith (Rita) Koontz of Carmi, Ill.; four grandchildren: Ellisa, Justin, Mirra and Julia DeFur; six step-grandchildren: Kyle Rankin, Trevor Koontz, Jeremy Koontz, Andrew Koontz, Eric Garrett and Bobby Garrett; two step-great grandchildren: Kadence and Jolene Rankin; three sisters: Shirley Lou Schmidt of Wadesville, Ind., Wilda Mae DeFur of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin and Phyllis Jean Rosenmeier of Warner Robins, Georgia; several nieces and nephews.

Preceding him in death were his parents.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., on Monday, October 24, 2011, at the Werry Funeral Home in Poseyville, Ind., with burial in the Poseyville Cemetery. Visitation was held from 5 until 8 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: VNA Charlier Hospice Center, 610 E. Walnut Street, Evansville, Indiana 47713-2460.

Pamelia “Pam” Ann Reynolds, 71, of Poseyville, Ind., born March 29, 1940, in Evansville, Ind., passed away Sunday, Oct. 16, 2011, at Deaconess Hospice in Evansville, Ind. She attended Stringtown Grade School, Reitz High School and graduated from North High School. She also completed two years of college at the University of Evansville. Her last employment was as an Insurance Adjuster with National Agricultural Underwriters. She loved family and friends, tending her flowers and was a “garden nut” canning many vegetables, including lots of tomatoes. She was a member of Tercera Club and Alpha Chi Omega.

Surviving are her husband of 51 years: Malcolm E. Reynolds; one son: Bradford P. (Becky) Reynolds of Pimento, Ind.; a daughter: Beth Marie (Allan) McNabb of Land O’Lakes, Fla.; five grandchildren: Christopher Reynolds of Pimento, Ind., Kristina (Michael) Baron of Chicago, Ill., Pam (Allen) Michaels of Tampa, Fla., Andrea and Dawn McNabb both of Land O’Lakes, Fla.; one great grandchild: Sydney Ann Baron; one sister: Janet Dillon of Evansville, Ind.; two nieces and one nephew.

Preceding her in death were her parents Paul and Marie (Farris) Neuschwanger.

Funeral services were held at 10 a.m., Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, at the Werry Funeral Home, Poseyville Chapel with burial in Stewartsville Cemetery, with the Rev. William Ping officiating. Visitation will be from 3 until 7 p.m., on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Stewartsville Cemetery.

Allen Albert Donner Allen Albert Donner, 68, of Wadesville, Ind., born to Edward and Dorothy (Gleichmann) Donner on March 30, 1943, in Evansville, Ind., passed away Tuesday, October 18, 2011, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Evansville, Ind., surrounded by his family.

Allen was a 1961 graduate of North Posey High School. He served honorably in the U. S. Army. He was an employee of Babcock and Wilcox and retired from Sterling Boiler and Mechanical.

He loved his family and was a devoted fan of NASCAR, St. Louis baseball and USI basketball.

Surviving are his wife of 44 years: Karen J. (Whelan) Donner; one son: Douglas (Tessa) Donner of Evansville, Ind.; a daughter: Jennifer (Brian) Fribley of Wadesville, Ind.; four grandchildren: Rachel and Kyle Goldstein and Dharma and Daphne Fribley; three sisters: Martha (Paul) Ziegler of Wadesville, Ind., Virginia (Don) Hendrix of Bloomfield, Ind. and Sandra (Kurt) Ludwig of Adams, Tenn.; and seven brothers: James (Hilda) Donner of Wadesville, Ind., Lawrence (Pat) Donner of Portland, Tenn., Robert (Joanna) Donner of Mt. Gilead, Ohio, Maurice (Irma) Donner of Wadesville, Donald Donner of Evansville, Ind., Dennis Donner of Cynthiana, Ind. and David Donner of Wadesville, Ind. Eight nephews, eight nieces and numerous great nieces and nephews also survive.

Preceding him in death were his parents, a brother: Richard Donner of Evansville, Ind.; nephews: Scott Donner of Wadesville, Ind., and Robert Donner, Jr. of Ohio.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, at the Werry Funeral Home, Poseyville Chapel with burial in Laurel Hill Cemetery in Wadesville, Indiana, with the Rev. Jay Warren officiating. Visitation was from 3 until 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, and from noon until service time Sunday at the funeral home.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Tatineni and staff at the Heart Group in Evansville, Ind., as well as the VAD nurses and caring staff of Jewish Memorial Hospital in Louisville, Ky. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Zion Lippe UCC, 9000 E. Copperline Road, Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620 or Ventricular Assist Device and Heart Transplant Fund of Jewish Hospital and St. Mary’s Foundation, 200 Abraham Flexner Way, Louisville, Ky. 40202.

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RETROSPECT Pages of the Past Compilation by Haylee Moore

10 YEARS AGO, October 23, 2001

Lydia Holder enjoyed the Masquerade Ball that the St. Pauls United Methodist Women put on for the residents of New Harmonie Healthcare Center on Wednesday, Oct 19. Photo submitted

Happy Birthday Announcements October 25 - Jodene Crocker, Mark Eugene Embrey, Mike Ahrens, William M. Cox, James Hartsock, Carol Scarafia, Tori Kron, Virginia Kidd October 26 - Scott Woodrow, Diana Davis, Mackenzie J. Simkins, October 27 - Charles Crawford, William Mcclure, Heather Hayes, Ashlynn Racine, Melissa D. Lagoo, Jason Will, Sherrie Seibert October 28 -Jill Spradley Cici, Joan B. Cox, Matt Martin, Richard Burks, Carter Kidd, Carlie VanVoorst, Jim Vanzant, Grace Schroeder, Alice Hertli and Sydnie Koontz October 29 - Carolyn Green, Emily Deckard, Gail Morton, Margie Moutray, Susan Keitel Haney, Pam

Robinson October 30 - Tim Wilson, Malcolm “Benny” Curtis, Scott Barton, Karen Middleton, Joseph M. Cox, Jeffrey Allen Crocker, Garrett Parker, Amber Gebhard, Tracy Ann Burks, Patricia Wiley, Kelly Pollard, Ann Cox, Kaysie Collins, Jessica Robinson October 31 - John Alsop, Fred Carroll, Jeff Barnes, Mike Kincheloe, Billy Thompson, Brent Lyke, Warren Cummings, Brian Brown, Jacob Wiley, Duane Goedde, Gayle Effinger, Joshua Arbary If you have a name to be included in the birthday calendar, please send to: Posey County News, P.O. Box 397, New Harmony, IN 47631 or email: news1@poseycountynews.com.

The County Cookbook Selection by Zach Straw

Chicken Marinara

The New Harmony Rappites celebrated the schools first sectional victory in any sport, at the Tecumseh Class A Volleyball Sectional championships.

4-H’ers of the month were Ellen Herrenbruck an eight-year member of the Rousing Rookies 4-H club, she was also the president of the club. Heather Werry is a seven year member of the Hooiser harmonities 4-H club. Heather was also the vice-president of the club.

The North Posey Vikings football team traveled for two and a half hours to Mitchell, to battle the Bluejackets in the first round of sectional play Friday night and got their first sectional win in three years.

25 YEARS AGO, October 22, 1986 Rick and Tracy Burks would like to announce the birth of their daughter, Jennifer Ann, who was born September 17 at 4:38 p.m.

Jennifer weighed 7 lbs. and 2 ozs. and was 19 inches long.

Terri Lyn Rutledge and Craig Richard Tooley were married Saturday, September 20 at the Roofless Church in New Harmony.

The Griffin Ruritan Club sponsered a public auction featuring Christmas items on Saturday, October 25, at the Griffin Ruritan Building beginning at 6 p.m. New tools, toys, gifts, and household items were offered at the auction. The sale wasconducted by Thomas Auction of Olney, Ill.

50 YEARS AGO, October 20, 1961 Miss Louise McMurtry, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Adrian McMurtry of equality, Ill., became the bride of James Cavett Schafer, son of Mr. and Mrs. Cassius L. Schafer, of Poseyville.

Theda Van Winkle, outstanding athlete, plays forward for the famous Red Head’s girls basketball team. A real aggressive and colorful performer, Miss Van Winkle, is a girl with plenty of southern charm, but don’t let a little charm disarm you. Theda will be in the starting line up when the World Champion girl’s basketball team, Moore’s All American Red Heads, battle the North Posey Faculty in the Viking Gym.

Real estate tax deadline November 10 November 10 is the deadline for paying real estate, personal property and mobile home tax on the 2010 pay 2011 tax bills.

Regular office hours of

the Posey County Treasurer, Linda D. Curtis, are Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Your November tax bills were mailed with your May bill.

The Tresurer’s Office will be open Saturday November 5 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

There is also now a lock box located in front of the

Coliseum at 126 E. Third St. for tax payments. Just drop your payment (with tax bill) in lock box and it will be receipted as paid no later than the following day.

Donate blood in November and give thanks to Veterans During November, a time to give thanks and honor donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet Veteran’s Day, the American Red Cross invites eligible blood donors to give blood and honor those who have served the country in the Armed Forces.

The American Red Cross serves more than 3,000 hospitals nationwide, including many Veterans Affairs Medical Centers. Currently all blood types are needed, especially O negative, B negative, and A negative. Type O negative, the universal blood type, can potentially be transfused to patients with any blood type, especially in emergency situations. Another way to honor military personnel is by making a contribution to support American Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces (SAF), which offers resources for deployed service members and their families, provides emergency communications and supports hospital outreach and veterans programs.

Simply call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to make an appointment or for more information. 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), weigh at least 110 pounds and are generally in good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other

certain height and weight requirements.

American Red Cross is governed by volunteers and supported by giving individuals and communities, the American Red Cross is the single largest supplier of blood products to hospitals throughout the United States. While local hospital needs are always met first, the Red Cross also helps ensure no patient goes without blood no matter where or when they need it. In addition to providing nearly half of the nation’s blood supply, the Red Cross provides relief to victims of disaster, trains millions in lifesaving skills, serves as a communication link between U.S. military members and their families, and assists victims of international disasters or conflicts.

Blood donation opportunities, dates, and times for Posey County are: 11/7/2011, 1:30 p.m.- 5:30 p.m., at St. Philip Catholic Church, 3500 S. St. Phillip Road., Mount Vernon Donation opportunities for Vanderburgh County are: 11/1/2011, 12 p.m.- 6 p.m., 11/2/2011, 10 a.m- 4 p.m. 11/3/2011, 10 a.m- 4 p.m. 11/4/2011, 7 a.m.- 3 p.m., at Stockwell Blood Donation Center, 29 South Stockwell Road, Evansville.

Parents invited to MVJHS on Nov. 8 On Tuesday evening, November 8, the Mount Vernon Junior High School Parent Advisory Council will host the 18th annual Family Fun Night with activities beginning at 6:30 p.m.. and concluding at 8:30 p.m. It will be a fantastic way of spending some quality time with the family and having fun.

Light refreshments will be available. Basketball contests, volleyball, table tennis, swimming, table games (chess and checkers), bingo, family broadcast simulations and karaoke are some of the activities planned. The only requirement is that the junior high student MUST be accompanied by at least one parent or grandparent. Patrons should use the north parking lot and entrance should be through the north entrance of the building.

Holiday notes a stamp away INGREDIENTS 8 Tbsp olive oil 4 garlic cloves, chopped 3 shallots, peeled, chopped 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil 3/4 cup breadcrumbs 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup all purpose flour 2 large eggs, beaten 9 boneless chicken thighs (skinless or skin-on, your preference), if large pieces, then cut in half • 3/4 cup grated mozzarella cheese • • • • • • • • • • • •

DIRECTIONS 1. Heat 4 tablespoons olive oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and shallots and sauté until tender, about 4 minutes. Add tomatoes, oregano, and crushed red pepper. Simmer until sauce thickens, about 10 minutes. Mix in basil and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Set aside.

2. Blend breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in small bowl.

Place flour and eggs in separate shallow bowls. Coat chicken with flour, then eggs, then breadcrumb mixture.

3. Preheat oven to 350°. Heat remaining oil in heavy large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches if necessary, add chicken and sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.

Place chicken pieces on an oven-proof serving dish.

Spoon sauce over chicken pieces. Sprinkle with Mozzarella cheese. Bake for 10 minutes, or microwave on high heat for 10-20 seconds, just until the cheese has melted.

Yield: Makes 6 servings.

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Holidays can be lonely times for military men and women serving our country.

That's why a card or note from home - even if it comes from a complete stranger can do so much to lift morale.

Lt. Gov. Becky Skillman and her staff are once again providing the opportunity for Indiana residents to say thanks in the fifth annual "Hoosier Cheer For Our Heroes" campaign.

Last year, Skillman delivered 35,629 cards to Major Gen. Martin Umbarger, Adjutant General of the Indiana National Guard, as part of the campaign. It was the largest total in the program's fouryear history.

These cards - sent by Hoosiers from as many as 60 Indiana counties - were delivered to eight Indiana National Guard units serving in Afghanistan, six serving in Iraq and two others serving at different spots around the globe. Officials at Skillman's office said some of the cards were also delivered to the Naval Reserves.

Perhaps some of those cards came from you. Those who would like to send a card or cards this year should address them to: Office of Lt. Gov. Becky Skillman c/o Hoosier Cheer For Our Heroes 200 W. Washington St., Suite 333 Indianapolis, Ind. 46204-2797.

Shipping costs will be defrayed thanks to generous support from the Indiana Statewide Association of Rural Electric Cooperatives and enGreet, an Indianapolisbased online greeting card company. Anyone may use the enGreet web site - www. engreet.com - to personalize and send a card as part of

the Hoosier Cheer For Our Heroes campaign. Cards ordered online will be printed and mailed for free with personalized messages and photos.

All correspondence must be sent to the lieutenant governor's office or ordered on enGreet's website by Friday, Nov. 18, so delivery to troops can be completed before Christmas.

In the four years since Skillman started the "Hoosier Cheer for Our Heroes" campaign, approximately 92,000 cards have been donated and delivered from virtually every county in Indiana.

Golden Memories

by Lowell Tison

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COMMUNITY Flash Cadillac performs with Philharmonic Oct. 29 The group Flash Cadillac joins the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra to form a 60-piece rock-n-roll band performing live for Vectren’s Opening Night Pops concerts: “Shake, Rattle & Roll with Flash Cadillac” at the Victory Theatre on Saturday, October 29 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, October 30 at 2 p.m. The concerts kick-off the Evansville Philharmonic’s Pops Concert Series, part of its “Celebrate

the American Spirit” 20112012 season. The concerts showcase music born in the U.S.A: classic rock-nroll of the 1950’s, 60’s, and 70’s. Flash Cadillac’s highenergy concerts are a hit with both critics and fans.

Rolling Stone Magazine states, “...their live performances prove they can cut all competition to ribbons.”

“The group is a virtual encyclopedia of rock’s last (30+) years...supremely en-

WMI News The group Flash Cadillac will join the Evansville Philharmonic Orhestra to perform live at the Victory Theatre October 29. Photo Submitted

E-books and audiobooks coming to APL Fast search performance and smooth checkouts with OverDrive eBooks and audiobooks could become habit forming with an APL library card.

You want the latest in reading material but you’re just too busy or can’t make it in to the library during regular library hours?

There is now an easy solution if you have a computer or digital device and a home Internet service.

The Alexandrian Public Library is pleased to announce that its downloadable eBook and audiobook collection will be available to those who have a valid APL card beginning No-

vember 1, 2011.

Alexandrian Public Library patrons can access the e-book service from the Alexandrian Public Library’s homepage at www.apl.lib.in.us from anywhere in the world and click on the digital media link to browse popular eBooks and audio books.

Carnegie Library Halloween party

Library Lil Book Club returns to the Working Men’s Institute this coming Thursday, October 27 , from 6 to 7 p.m. Young folks and their parents, from ages 3 through the 8th grade are welcome to participate in the Book Club, which includes read-aloud stories, songs, poetry, and other reading-related activities. Wear your Halloween costumes and come prepared for Book Club Tricks and Treats.

Thanks to all of the Friends of WMI who helped to make our Kunstfest fund raiser such a success. All money raised will go to support library programs and collections. If you’re not already a Friend of the Working Men’s Institute, please consider joining. Indi-

tertaining,” writes The Denver Post. The Lost Angeles Times proclaims, “Anyone who laments the passing of rock ‘n roll...should shake, rattle and bop (not stroll) down to where the fantastic FLASH CADILLAC will be ripping it up.” We’re encouraging everyone to dress in “costume”: poodle skirts, letterman jackets, Gogo boots, bell bottoms, etc.

Even the orchestra will be dressed for the occasion.

By Steve Cochran vidual/family membership is only $15 per year, and your dues go directly into supporting the Institute’s many programs and activities.

Coming up on November 15 at 7 p.m. is the final lecture in the 2011 WMI Lecture Series, when Rev. Dr. Duncan Newcomer presents “The Education of Abraham Lincoln.” This lecture is free, and open to the public. Lincoln’s schoolroom education took place less than 50 miles east of New Harmony in the area of Pigeon Creek and Gentryville, in what was then Perry - now Spencer - County. Although he was actually in school formally for a little over a year, Lincoln somehow obtained an education that enabled him to lead this

country through its greatest crisis.

In the same years that the religious and then the rationalist Utopians were creating educational experiments in New Harmony, Lincoln went to “Blab School” and read books. What else went into the education of Abraham Lincoln? If you’re interested in finding out, plan on attending this lecture, which is free and open to the public.

Have an idea for a program, lecture, presentation, or series of classes that for WMI to offer the public?

We’d love to hear from you!

Call the library at 682-4806 to share your thoughts, or for more information about any of the programs and activities mentioned here.

Come join us at the Poseyville Carnegie Public Library for a Halloween Party on Saturday, October 29, 2011. The party will begin at 11 a.m. with check in for the costume contest for both children and adults.

At 11:30 we will have a childrens craft. We will begin childrens games at 12.

Spooky story time will be at 12:30 for the children while the adults will enjoy a petrifying poetry reading. Prizes will be awarded for the costume contest at 1. We will be giving door prizes every half hour, but you must be present North Elementary students recently participated in an to win. Put on your costume ad design contest to promote their book fair this week. and join us for a spooktacuPictured is fourth grade winner, Paige Carlson. Photo by larly good time and some terrifyingly yummy treats.

Valerie Werkmeister

APL News Family Fun Halloween October 28 at 6 p.m. Dress up and join us for a monstrously good time! Please note that this program will be taking place on Friday evening after the library closes.

Doors open at 5:45 p.m. Registration is required and now being accepted. This program is fun for the entire family.

Paper Pieced Quilting Join Marissa Priddis as she demonstrates the secrets of paper pieced quilting and then assists you in creating your own small piece on November 1 at your choice of 10 a.m. or 6 p.m. Your supplies will be provided. No registration needed.

Library Closed

By Stanley Campbell All day on November 3 for a staff training day.

Michaelangelo Traveling Exhibit - - The library is proud to present a traveling exhibit featuring the work of artist Michelangelo from November 7 to 11. The exhibit will be located in the foyer for public viewing.

Teen Advisory Board Meeting Join us for our T.A.B. (Teen Advisory Board Meeting) on November 7 and 21 at 3:30 p.m. We will discuss programming, social networking and test out our ideas. Every week we will have a different project, so stop in for a snack and some

good times.

Movie: Section 60 We are featuring Section 60 on November 7 beginning at 6 p.m. This is the HBO documentary on the section of Arlington National Cemetery where those killed in Iraq and Afghanistan are buried. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Lego Club The library will supply the Legos and refreshments on November 8 at 3:30 p.m. All you have to do is provide the creativity. All Lego creations will be put on display in the library. Kids ages 6 and older can register for each meeting beginning two weeks prior to the meeting.

Mrs. Ken Meyer enjoys dipping in the chocolate fountain during the Posey County Community Foundation’s meeting this week at Western hills Country Club. Photo by Connie Pearce

Tri Kappa News Beta Chapter of Kappa Kappa Kappa met at Murphy Park for the Fall Party Octobber 12. Lois Gray conducted “Find Your Man in the Fall Leaves” before opening the business meeting.

Beta Chapter Bicentennnial Representative Rita Reynolds suggested the Chapter chair the August 2014 parade. The motion carried. Susie Wildeman stated one service card was sent since last meeting. Wildeman and Debra Johnson will ring the bell for the Salvation Army at Wesselman’s in Mount Vernon during the holidays. Johnson announced the birthday calendar is ready to go to the printers and will be available before the end of the year, carlene VanLaningham gave a detailed report of the Apple butter project during the Kunstfest.

President Carol Scarafia urged members to bring items for our six college students care packages to our next meeting. After a period of caring and sharign followed by the prayer

by Sarah Tolbert, the meeting was adjrned until November 14 at Johnson United Methodist Church.

Creek Reunion News The descendants of William Riley Creek and wife Ellen Williams met Saturday October 8 at the county home of Darrell and Donna Creek.

William Riley Creek served in the 15th Regement of the indiana Volunteers from Posey County during the Civil War. He was killed during the Battle of Mission Ridge in Chat-

tanooga, Ind., and is buried in the National Cemetery in the city.

Descendants from New Harmony were Dan, Tamara, and Trent Creek, Doug and Caitlyn Creek, Tonia Meeker, and Betty and Don Gibbs. Out of town relatives were Gary and Barbara Rovs of O’fallon, Mo., Zach, Lindsay and Jennah Wilhoyte of Terre

Haute, Jay, Becky, Katerina and Jacob Sparks of Haubstadt, Dan and Joyce Ditzer, John Maeir and Tim and Katerina Mitzer of Evansville, Jessey Oxley of Ellberfeld, Jeff Abby and Mike Creek of Poseyville.

The guests enjoyed a pitch in dinner, reviewing scrapbooks of past reunions, geneology, game of cornhole and hay rides.

Endorsed by the CENTRAL LABOR COUNCIL

Lets Keep Moving Forward WHO IS ED ADAMS? • Retired from Alcoa After 32 Years VOTE ON NOV. • Posey County Resident for 27 Years • Married to Glenda, a Lifelong Resident of Posey County

8TH

LETS IMPROVE MOUNT VERNON’S INFRASTRUCTURE!

• Continued Water and Sewer Improvements • Support New Police Station • Support New Fire Station

Vote Ed Adams for Mt. Vernon CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT #3 Paid for by the Adams for City Council Committee, Glenda Adams, Treasurer

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Auxiliary craft sale set for November 6 American Legion Auxiliary Post 5 is planning a craft, rummage and bake sale for Sunday November 6, 2011 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. The event will be held at 203 Walnut Street, in

Mount Vernon. Anyone interested in renting a table or donating items for the rummage sale, call Leacca Wilson at 838-3256. Tables will be $15. Chili and burgers will be for sale and serving.

Doulos Services fundraiser event set Doulos Family Services’ Second Annual MenUmen, a unique culinary experience, will be Saturday, Oct. 22 from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. at Gibson Southern High School in Ft. Branch, Ind. Enjoy an assortment of appetizers, side dishes, main dishes and desserts prepared by local “celeb-

rity chefs.” Sample it all. $35 per person.

Live music by Red Wick Trio, entertainment by comedian, Bob Smiley. All proceeds to benefit the work of Doulos Family Services.

For reservations, please call 812-386-9283 or visit www.menumen.net.

Family Fun Halloween at APL Library On October 28 at 6 p.m. the Alexandrian Public Library will again play host to a Family Fun Halloween program event.

Please note that this program will taking place on Friday evening after the library has closed. The doors will reopen at 5:45 p.m. You must be registered for the program to attend.

Dress up and join us for a monstrously good time!

This program is fun for the entire family.

Registrations for the Halloween Family Storytime program event are now being taken.

To register for this program, call Youth Services at 838-3286 or register online at www.apl.lib.in.us.

Children of Hollywood featured in book In the new book, “Raised by the Stars,” Nick Thomas talks to the children of actors from cinema’s Golden Age about the joys and difficulties of growing up in the shadow of the Hollywood spotlight.

Among those interviewed are the children of leading actors Errol Flynn, Jimmy Stewart, Gary Cooper, Rosalind Russell, Bing Crosby, Ingrid Bergman, and Rex Harrison, as well as many supporting and character actors who were popular in the 40s, 50s, and beyond.

Given the hectic lifestyle of living in the celebrity bubble, it’s not surprising that relationships between parent and child could sometimes be difficult. While lack of privacy due to constant media and fan attention, and the busy shooting and travel schedules could be tough on family life leaving children feeling neglected or abandoned, many of the children interviewed in the book

had good relationships with their famous parent.

While only a few of the children followed their famous parent into acting, many others entered the world of arts or entertainment: Walter Matthau’s son became a director, Buddy Ebsen’s daughter is a singer, Rex Harrison’s son is a writer, and Red Skelton’s daughter paints.

Most, however, didn’t inherit the acting genes.

Jimmy Stewart’s daughter became an anthropologist and spent years living with guerillas in Rwanda, while Yvonne De Carlo’s son was a lifeguard who saved over 500 lives.

Fans of classic film will enjoy these first-hand accounts from the children of actors who created movie magic in the Golden Age of Hollywood.

“Raised by the Stars” is published by McFarland and contains 50 photos.

More information at the website: www.raisedbythestars.com

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SOCIAL Fish Fry Nov. 5 PC Right to Life Baby photo contest results Owen Dunn Post 5 American Legion at 203 Walnut in Mount Vernon, Indiana will hold an Open House and sponsor an “All You Can Eat Fish Fry” on Saturday November 5 serving from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Carry out is available. Call 838-5122 to arrange for large carry out orders. Post 5 American Legion will be open to the public all day. Please bring friends and family to the American Legion, socialize and enjoy the all can eat Catfish filet dinner.

Saint Philip Card Party The Saint Philip Ladies Club Fall Card Party on Wednesday November 9, 2011 in the St. Philip Center at 6:30 p.m., the doors open at 6 p.m. The card party will feature a red and white “Goose in the Pond” quilt raffle, Special Raffle, Chinese Auction, Half Pot Raffle, and Theme Basket Raffle. There will be a Tasting Table with desserts, appetizers and entrees. The Kitchen will serve chicken salad and ham salad sandwiches, breadsticks, fruit & veggies.

For tickets or information contact Sarah at 985-9491, Janie at 985-2352 or Angela at 985-9499.

Thank you to all participants in the savings bond: # 42 Sophia Zirkelbach, Posey County Right to Life daughter of Andrew & Melissa 2011 Baby Photo Contest Zirkelbach, of Evansville. displayed at the West Side Second place- $75 savings Nut Club Fall Festival. bond: # 12 Tanner Nelson, By sharing your photos, daughter of Drew Nelson you enabled us to teach & Brittany Trousdale, of others just how precious all Evansville. Third place - $50 children are. The “votes” savings bond: # 16 Bridgette of family and friends at our Veeck, daughter of Danny & Fall Festival Booth allow Sherry of Evansville.

Sophia Zirkelbach us to further educate the Information on next years public about the sanctity of all human life. contest will be available starting SeptemLast year we were able to donate the ber 2012 at www.evansvilleforlife.com or money collected by calling 812-781-9293. For information to three local concerning any Pro-Life issue, you may Pregnancy Re- contact Right to source Centers, Life of SouthPrecious Poseys west Indiana at and purchase 8 1 2 - 4 7 4 - 3 1 9 5 . diapers and for- All photos will be mula for families returned by mail. in need. We also The top three winpurchased a set of ners will receive a fetal models for savings bond and Tanner Nelson each school in Posey all contestants reCounty. ceive consolation Bridgette Veeck The 2011 winners are: First place- $100 prizes.

Flag Ceremony American Legion Color Guard and the Boy Scout Troops will have a Flag retirement Ceremony on November 6 at 4 p.m. at the Murphy Park everyone is welcome, would like to see a big crowd.

Artist Katherine Sands exhibit at WIG The exhibit, Surface Matters, opens Friday, October 28 and continues through Sunday, January 29, 2012 at the Women's Institute and Gallery. The Artist Reception will be Saturday, November 19, 2011 during the N.H. Fall Gallery Stroll, when galleries and some shops are open to the public serving refreshments.

Sands is a self-taught textile artist. The is a student and teacher of all things pertianing to composition and surface design on cloth.

Sands artist biography has this to say about her process: "...begins as a piece of white cotton, or silk, or even a piece of cloth that is being recycled. It is then transformed through dyeing or rusting, painting, printing, hand wiriting, cutting and stiching. The cloth becomes a panorama of amazing col-

ors featuring interesting patterns and textures. Sands works mainly in an abstract free form style, while borrowing heavily from traditional quilting techniques."

Currently., Sands has two textile pieces in the "Speaking of Fibers" exhibit on exhibition in St. Louis, Innovations in Textiles.

Sands is a native of Carmi, Ill. Gallery Hours for the Women's Institute and Gallery, 916 E. Granary, New Harmony, Ind., are 10-5 FriSat. ; Noon - 5 Sunday.

NaeRae’s offers Halloween treats NaeRae's Naturally Organic Food Store is giving out free treats at our store on Halloween, from 4 - 8 p.m. Free allergyfree treats (No dyes, wheat, dairy, nuts, eggs, or soy) for the first 100 costumed visitors under 18 and accompanied by an adult. *Special treat for adult chaperones too. The store is located at 601 E. 4th Street, Suite A, Mount Vernon, Ind. 47620.

Veterans Day Ceremony to be held Nov. 11 Veterans Day Ceremony will be held on the east lawn of the American Legion Post 5 home at 11 a.m. on November 11. Unit 5 Auxiliary will provide refreshments following the ceremony.

Flag Retirement Ceremony will be held in front of the coliseum at 5 p.m.

Please bring worn unserviceable flags for retirement to the American Legion for proper retirement.

Please bring your children and grandchildren to both ceremonies so that they can witness these showings of respect for our veterans and our flag.

SAL Pork Loin Fundraiser set If you’re looking to stock up your freezer for winter, here is an opportunity you don’t want to miss. On November 19 the SAL (Sons of the American Legion) will be smoking pork loins for sale.

Half loins are $25 and whole

loins are $40. Deadline to place orders is Saturday, November 12 at 4 p.m. Pick up will be on November 19 from noon to 4 p.m. Stop by the American Legion or call 8385122 to order your smoked pork loins.

NH Gallery to host Silent Auction and Masquerade Party The New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art cordially invites you to a Masquerade Party and Silent Auction hosted by Jerry Ralph Wade and The Laupel House on Friday, November 4, from 7-10 p.m.

The event will take place at The Laupel House, 524 Granary Street in New Harmony. The event costs $25 per person, and includes live music, appetizers and drinks. Proceeds from the event will benefit the New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art. Tickets can

be purchased by visiting the gallery or by calling 812682-3156.

Silent auction items will include over 150 selection of artwork, hand-made functional, and art jewelry donated by the late Doris Murdoch. Murdoch, a former resident of Olney, Ill., spent forty years traveling the country and around the world collecting art and art jewelry. Mostly purchased at art festivals, galleries and museum shops throughout the Midwest, her extensive collection of art jewelry

includes an eclectic mix of pieces. Other items include art prints from the US and Asia, textiles pieces, ceramics, glass and sculpture.

A sampling of the items for sale can be seen at the gallery until November 1.

The New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art is located at 506 Main Street in New Harmony, Indiana and is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, call 812-682-3156 or visit www.nhgallery. com.

Savah Ham and Turkey supper October 29

for City Council District 1

Savah Community Center’s Ham and Turkey supper will be held Saturday, October 29. Serving will begin at 5 p.m. Admission for adults $8 and Children $4. An auction will follow the supper.

Savah Community Center was formally known as Walker School established in 1891. All Proceeds from the dinner and auction go towards maintaining and restoring the building and providing services to the Community. The center is lovcated 8 miles west of Mount Vernon on Lower New Harmony /Savah Road.

Legion Flea Market and Craft Show November 6 from 9 a.m.

– 3 p.m., the American Legion Auxiliary will host a Craft Show / Flea Market and Bake Sale in the American Social hall at 203 Walnut Street in Mount Vernon. For vendor table reservations call Linda Sharber at 8381429 or Leacca Wilson at 838-3256. Tables are $15.

Chili and burgers will be available for lunch.

American Legion District meeting

Paid for by Ron Salee for City Council District 1

The American Legion Post 370 in New Harmony will host the 8th District American Legion meeting on Sunday, October 23 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Post Home, 516 Church Street. All American Legion Family members are invited to attend. For additional information, call the Post at 812-682-3873.

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CHURCH Saint Francis Xavier Truck or Treat set for October 30 The Second Annual “Truck or Treat” at St Francis Xavier church in Poseyville is being held on Sunday Oct. 30 from 2 to 4 p.m. Everyone is invited. Hotdogs and drinks will available for purchase by Saint Wendell and Francis for Youth (SWAFFY) youth group. There is room for more Trucks so if you are interested please call Sue Schmitt at 874-3433 to reserve your spot. In case of bad weather it will be moved into the cafeteria.

Zion United Church of Christ Fall Supper is November 5 Zion United Church of Christ Annual Fall Supper will be held Saturday, November 5, at Second and Elm street of Elberfeld. Serving starts at 4 p.m. adults $8 children 10 and under eat free. Carry outs available. The meal includes turkey, dressing, green benas, potatoes, gravy, slaw, cranberry sauce, pie or cake, and beverages.

St. Peter UCC Sausage Supper Oct. 27 New Harmony’s Karen Walker samples a little of this and a little of that during the Posey County Community Foundation dinner this week. Photo by Connie Pearce

St. Peter’s United Church of Christ in Wadesville is hosting a Sausage Supper on Thursday, October 27, 4-7 p.m. to ben-

efit God’s Storehouse food pantry. Tickets are availFifth grade winner of the design an ad contest held at able from Sharon Crohn North Elementary is Kaylie Hensley. The contest was held at 985-3800. Adults eat for as a fun way for students to be involved with the book fair $10; children, for $5. held at school this week. Photo by Valerie Werkmeister

General Baptist Church Fall Celebration Longaberger to benefit Cancer is planned Wadesville The community is invited to a Fall Cel- light key chain. So bring your family and

The annual Longaberger basket event will be on Thursday, November 3 at the 4-H Posey County Community Center. All proceeds will be sent to Gateway for Cancer Research.

Doors will open at 5 p.m. with Bingo starting at 6 p.m. There is a $10 entry fee and only those 18 and older will be admitted. Individuals attending will enjoy playing bingo for Longaberger baskets, pot-

tery, and other Longaberger items; have a chance at a variety of raffle items; half pot; refreshments; and their will be a survivor drawing.

This event will also be sponsored by the American Legion Owen Dunn Post #5.

Call Keely Winiger at 453-5047 or Liz Miller at 568-2225 for more information or ticket purchases. Tickets can be acquired at the door if available.

ebration at our Fellowship Center on Joest Road on Saturday, October 29th at 6 pm.

We'll roast hot dogs and marshmallows around the campfire. Kids and adults are welcome to come as you are or dressed in a costume. Each child will receive a goody bag of yummy treats as well as a Light the Night with Jesus glow in the dark tumbler and a GLOW - God Lights Our Way flash-

let's enjoy the fall, the fire, and the fellowship together! Bring your lawn or camping chairs if you have any.

So that we can make sure to have enough hot dogs and marshmallows, if you're coming, please RSVP with how many are coming with you to 812- 673-4660, 812-3063313, or noteworthy@tds.net. Hope to see you there!

Fall celebration Author Mark Tate book signing event Advocate reveals ways to be a better father in trying times Mount Zion General BapAuthor Mark Tate Book ever, as you read this book,

By: Tom Watson "It used to sting me when I was working hard at building my business and I’d hear my kids talking about me," he said. "One would ask the other to see if I had time to play with them, and the other would tell him not to bother, because he knew I’d be too busy. It was like a knife in my heart. With the economy as tight as it is, I know that I’m not the only father with the same issue.

These days, many fathers are either unemployed and working hard to find work or they are working two jobs or more just to make ends meet. Either they don’t have much time for family, or they just aren’t in the mood for family because they are despondent or feeling helpless as a provider."

But, it doesn’t have to be that way, according to Watson, author of the autobiographical Man Shoes: The Journey to Becoming a Better Man, Husband & Father (www. manshoes.net). Watson’s tips for dads in a tough economy include: •Share Time – Don’t spend time with your kids, because that term makes it sound like you are giving away time that you could be using for other things. Share time with them, because sharing indicates that you both get something out of that time. It’s important for your kids to know that you aren’t paying attention to them out of obligation, but

rather, because you need to be with them as much as they need to be with you.

•Make a Schedule – Stability and security are important to kids, so set up a time every week that is just for them, and do your best to make that time on your calendar immovable. Give them something they can look forward to on a regular schedule and it will show them how important they are to you and help you build a trusting relationship with them.

•A Little Time is Better Than None – If you’re working two jobs or work out of town and commute home on the weekends, they will understand if you don’t have a lot of time to spend. Even if you can only block out a couple of hours every week, that can be enough. As long as you keep to the schedule and don’t let them down, that time will be as valuable as if you spent the entire weekend with them.

•Don’t Plan Big – Parents who work a lot sometimes feel guilty about neglecting their kids, and they cater to that guilt by making big plans with their kids on a regular basis. They feel that doing something lavish and expensive will somehow be seen as a payback to their kids for not seeing them often. The pitfall is that the bigger the plan, the bigger the expectation. The truth is, kids don’t care. You don’t have to spend

a lot of money or make big plans all the time. It could be as simple as going to the park to fly kites and eating a brown bag lunch together, and most kids would be happy with that.

"Life is a choice and the person you choose to be is in your control. No matter the hand you may have been dealt, there are no excuses," Watson added. "I grew up as an orphan and I acted out a lot, because I lacked the guidance of a family until I was finally adopted," he said. "And even when I found stability with my adoptive parents, the Watsons, it took some time for me to settle down. Having shoes on my feet, clothes on my back and food on the table were all good things, but it wasn’t those things that soothed me as a child. It was the time, love and attention I received from the Watsons that put me back on course and that’s what every child needs. While it may seem to some that working hard to provide for their families is their primary responsibility as a father, that’s just not so. Children are adaptable and can do without material things more easily than they can do without the love and attention of their parents. If my experience meant anything to me, it showed me that it takes more to be a dad than to just bring home the bacon. It’s not enough to just do for your children – you have to be with them, too."

tist Church of Wadesville Annual Fall celebration will be held Saturday, October 29. This year there will be frightfully fun activities.

There will be inflatables, pumpkin decorating, games, and a costume contest. Come join the fun. great food and fellowship.

St. Paul United Methodist sausage supper set St. Paul United Methodist Church located on 5301 St. Philips Road is hosting a sausage supper on November 12.

Serving will begin at approximately 4 p.m. and the menu includes: link sausage, mashed potatoes, great northern beans, sauerkraut, green beans, applesauce, horseradish, desserts, coffee, tea, or Kool-Aid. Adult meals are $9 and children’s meals are $5.

Packages of link sausage will be sold for $3.50 per pound. You are more than welcome to come for a hot meal and great fellowship.

Sammy Jones wrote on the blackboard, “Sammy Jones is the best kisser in school.”

The next day, when the teacher saw his ad, she whipped him.

Later that day a friend said, “It doesn’t pay to mis-

Remember, Moses, a Hebrew, grew up in the king’s palace as a grandson to the king. That was after his mother put him in a little reed basket when he was 3 months old, then floated him in the Nile River where the king’s daughter bathed.

The Hebrews were slaves to the Egyptians, and the Egyptian king had ordered all male Hebrew babies to be killed at birth. Again, it was no accident or coincidence that Moses’s mother decided to let her baby live.

And Someone urged Moses’s clever older sister Miriam to hide in the reeds until her baby brother was found, then to tell the princess that she knew a Hebrew woman who could be his nurse.

So, in all his growing up years, Moses was reared and nurtured by his own mother who taught him about God and the history of the Hebrews, taught him their language and sang their traditional lullabies to him.

All of that had a part in Moses finding the meaning for his life.

This is how it is with Christian families today.

Many youth are not always in worship, but they were in

watch your life change as God begins turning situations around for you when it seems as if there is no hope left. Tug O' War will also give you understanding in why Jesus chose to die for us. It will help believers grow closer to God and unbelievers get right with God. Plunge into Mark's inspirational book and discover how you can claim victory in the game of Tug O' War with the devil. For more information, contact Chris Coffey at 888-361-9473 or ccoffey@ tatepublishing.com

Bridges of Hope craft sale Nov. 12 Bridges of Hope is an international mission of Mount Vernon’s First United Methodist Church. The International Fair Trade Craft Sale will be held on Saturday, November 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Wesley Hall. The unique items include Christmas ornaments from around the world, baskets from Ghana,

Seeds of the Sower

Sermon of the week That morning as Moses headed out with the flock, he may have thought to himself, “Ho hum……here it is, another boring day taking care of Jethro’s flock. Today, I’m going to do something different; today, I’m going to lead these animals to graze over on Mt. Horeb, God’s mountain.”

If anyone believes it was an accident or coincidence for Moses to change his mind that morning and head for the mountain of God instead of the regular pastures, I don’t think they understand Moses and the depth of his faith.

After Moses got to Mt. Horeb, he and God had quite an encounter—God appeared to Moses as a bush that burned, but didn’t burn up!

And a conversation with the Lord which gave Moses his divine mission—to lead the Hebrew people to freedom in a new land.

Rest assured, Moses’s conversation with God that day wasn’t the first time they had spoken together. Being called

by God for a major mission sounds like an overwhelming project, but knowing Moses and his background in the faith makes it all the more believable.

Signing event will be held at 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on November 4, 2011, at the Mother Earth Cafe & Bakery, 1323 Locust St., Eldorado, Ill. 62930 Tate, a resident of Carmi, Ill., will be available to sign copies of his book, Tug O' War; Winning the Battle between Good and Evil.

Join author Mark Tate as he shares with you how to defeat evil and draw closer to God. There is a constant spiritual battle between good and evil happening in every person's life. How-

Africa, beautiful jewelry from South Africa, knitted finger puppets from Peru, nativities from Peru, Kenya, and Bolivia, and much, much more.

Don’t miss this event.

Come and shop and stay for a soup and sandwich lunch provided by the United Methodist Women, served from 11 a.m. -1 p.m.

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behave, does it?”

“No,” he said, “but it pays to advertise.”

Advertising or witnessing for the Lord also pays.

One day John the Baptist said, “Behold the Lamb of God.” Two men turned and followed Jesus.

One of them was Andrew.

He said to his brother, “We have found the Christ.” And Peter followed Him. Won’t you advertise or witness for the Lord today and every day?

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By Doris Beckerman worship and Sunday School and Bible school during their most formative years.

Christian parents see to it that their children grow into their faith. So, like Moses, church youth have instilled in them the basics of their faith. This means, they are equipped to know and recognize and respond to God’s influence and leading in their lives.

Many of us have read, or read about, the book by Rev. Rick Warren, “The Purpose Driven Life”. Warren believes that a life of purpose is based upon God’s eternal purposes for us—to develop a lifestyle that is God-centered, to become like Christ, and to recognize that a life of service is God’s purpose for each of us.

When we aim for all our thoughts, words and actions to reflect God’s eternal purposes—to become God-centered; to become like Christ and to recognize that a life of service is God’s purpose for life--then we are living a Christian lifestyle.

Many years ago I wrote a Charles Dickens quote in the front of my Bible. At that time, I took Dickens’ quote as my mission in life.

Now, I wish I had worked harder all these years for Dickens’ words to become part of my soul. Here is the quote: “No one is useless in this world who lightens the burden of it to anyone else.”

Today, I pray for renewed will to be one who lightens the burden of this world to others.

Another author, Robert Fulghum, in his later life, wrote an introspective book based on the journals he had kept for many rears. The title of his book is “What on Earth Have I Done?”

I suppose that is a question which all of us ruminate about at some point, or at many points, in life. We begin to wonder if their life has any meaning.

One story in Fulghum’s book might help you answer the question, “What is the Meaning of My Life?” The author was at a 2-week-long international seminar. On the last day, the leader of the seminar asked, “Are there any questions?” No one spoke up except Robert Fulghum who asked, “What is the meaning of life?”

After a long silence, the leader of the seminar took out his wallet, and pulled out

a small round mirror about the size of a quarter, Speaking softly and deliberately, the leader began to tell them about when he was a little boy living in a small village in Greece during WWII. One day, along the road, where a German motorcycle had wrecked, the boy found pieces of a broken mirror.

He wanted to find all the pieces and put them back together, but could not, so he kept the largest piece and began smoothing it against a large rock until that little piece of mirror was round.

As he played with his new mirror, he began to make a game of it. He discovered that he could use his little round mirror to reflect light into totally dark places such as into deep holes and dark closets.

Even as a young adult, he still would pull out the mirror and play his game of shining light into inaccessible places.

This seemingly pointless activity is how he discovered the meaning of his life.

As he played with the mirror, reflecting light into dark places and onto dark surfaces, he realized that he himself was not the source of

the light. This led him to the insight that by how he lived his life, he could reflect light into the darkness of people’s hearts, and change some people for the better.

It was his prayer that others might see the good he was doing and do the same with their lives. The NT Letter to the Hebrews validates the meaning of a life which reflects God’s glory. Chapter 1, verse 3 says, “Christ is the reflection of God’s glory, and the exact imprint of God’s very being…” This tells me that when we line ourselves up so that God’s light reflects from Christ to us, the imprint of God’s very being then reflects from us to others.

Paul’s 2nd Letter to the Corinthians, Chapter 3, verse 18, speaks of our faces as mirrors, that through the Spirit, we see the glory of the Lord as though reflected in a mirror, and as we do, we are transformed into the same image. Any life lived in the image of Christ finds meaning, daily.

What is the meaning of your life? If your life is a mirror which reflects the glory of the Lord, then you’ve found the meaning of your life.

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BUSINESS

Dr. Dwayne Ackerman celebrates 20 years with Wednesday open house

By Valerie Werkmeister He started with a couple of hot packs, a homemade chiropractor table and a typewriter.

To think that Dr. Dwayne Ackerman started his practice with just a few meager pieces of equipment 20 years ago is hard to imagine. Twenty years later, his practice has blossomed into a much larger facility that includes a 24-hour access gym, physical therapy services and a weight-loss program.

Ackerman started his practice in Wadesville where Subway is located now. Other doctors mocked him and told him he wouldn’t make it in a small town. Now, they are the ones who tell him he has the best situation, working in a small town.

He did not have any other employees for the first five years of his practice.

“I spent a lot of long, lonely days waiting for the phone to ring,” Ackerman reminisced. “The biggest hurdle was getting people to come in when I first opened. I just kept thinking that if I kept doing the right thing, it will all work out.”

As he built trust with his clientele, the practice grew.

“I feel very blessed to have developed all the relationships that I have with the people here. I wouldn’t want to practice anywhere else,” Ackerman said.

He spent the first seven years of his practice at that location until the opportunity came to purchase his current building next to Franky J’s gas station on Highway 66 in Wadesville.

The old and new location were less than a mile

away from one another, but moving to his current building has made all the difference. It is another prime example of how important location is to a business.

“My clientele really picked up when I moved here and the practice really grew.”

He decided to open the gym when he began to tire of always traveling to Evansville to work out. As more people would come in to use the gym, they would get to know him and relationships would build.

Ackerman has also worked hard to provide services that people need and that other chiropractors don’t have. He takes pride in having the most high-tech office in the area. He noted that half of his customers actually come from Evansville. He has the DRX-9000, a machine that helps with spinal decompression. It is designed to work for people with degenerative disks to help decrease the pain. It is the most effective non-surgical treatment for people who suffer with that problem.

He also offers pro adjuster treatments which provides computerized adjustments instead of traditional manual adjustments. Ackerman explained the system is designed to help ease the fear in people who dislike manual adjustments.

“Everything we do is designed to help restore motion and function to the body so that it doesn’t wear out and hurt,” Ackerman said.

In addition, he preaches making healthy choices and offers the Body by Vi weight loss program. He often makes shakes and gives samples to anyone interested in trying one, some of which resemble the taste of a Reese’s peanut

Ackerman Chiropractic and Fitness Center in Wadesville will celebrate its 20th anniversary on October 26. Cinda Wassmer, LeighAnn Wiley, Dr. Dwayne Ackerman and Tonya Fawcett hope to celebrate with their clients. Photo by Valerie Werkmeister buttercup, Snickers or Almond Joy candy bars.

Ackerman lives with his wife, Sherri , and Today, employees Tonya Fawcett, Leigh Ann their children, Shelby and Cole, in Wadesville.

Wiley, Cinda Wassmer along with Pat Watson In appreciation for his 20 years of service who serves as a personal trainer and Jason to the community, the chiropractic and fitness Young, a physical therapist help round out his center will hold a customer appreciation day on practice.

October 26. They will serve a meal and refresh“I have been very blessed. The people in this ments from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and door prizes area have treated me extremely well,” he said. will also be awarded.

Residents who use town’s backhoe will soon be paying more

By Rhys Mathew The New Harmony Town Council covered a lot of ground at the Oct. 20 meeting.

The board approved the 2012 budgets for the Town of New Harmony and the Workingmen’s Institute, and also approved the purchase of two used golf carts for approximately $2300 each.

Linda Warrum, Council Member over Water and Parks, reported on the Chili Cook-Off and the Arbor Day Celebration.

New Harmony received the Tree City USA award for the eighth year. Members of the board thanked Olen Davis for his service at the celebration. Davis helped from early morning to the end of clean up. The winners of the Chili Cook Off were the Hot Chili

Chicks of New Harmonie Health Care.

“We raised a total of $1200 for parks and trees, and would like to thank New Harmony and our visitors for making the day such a success,” Warrum said.

Warrum also reported that a video crew from PBS will be present to film the Tree City street tree inventory when it takes place on October 27.

In other items: •The board approved an increase in the hourly rate that residents will pay for backhoe service. The charge was previously $25 an hour for the operator and $25 per hour for the backhoe. However, these rates are not covering the cost to the town for the service.

The rate was increased to $100 per hour for

DAR News The General Thomas Posey Chapter of NSDAR Toured the LST in Evansville, Ind. So many of the war ships were made in Evansville. The men during WWII were small in camparison to our soldiers of today. Breeze Sobeck brought her God Child from Paris, France. She is a nurse and will be working in the American Hospital in Paris.

After the tour of the LST, the members brought their sack lunch and enjoyed the perfect weather on the

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Ohio River. The members discussed the awards be changed from bonds to cash for the American history contest students. Donna made the motion to give cash and Beth seconded the motion. Motion carried. The regent and treasure are to gather a list of what to order from the national store to help save on postage. One of the projects for our chapter is to give books to our county schools, churches and nursing homes. Each

the crew and backhoe together.

•The board also voted to put the Tree of Life building and the adjacent property on the market for $100,000.

•The board heard a report on the Bicentennial Commission. Entries for the Bicentennial Seal contest are due by November 15. The Steering Committee will meet on

December 6 and the Commission will meet on December 20.

•The town voted to renew the contract with Veolia Trash Service. Veolia will provide a few extra services under the new contract, including a dumpster at the cemetery and a dumpster at Kunstfest.

Grant awarded to Posey County Community Foundation The Smithville Charitable Foundation has awarded a $48,000 grant to the Posey County Community Foundation (PCCF). The Smithville Charitable Foundation is a private foundation set up by the owners of the Smithville Telephone Company. The mission of the Foundation is to benefit residents of the seventeen counties in Indiana that the Smithville Telephone Company services, including Posey County. The Smithville Charitable Foundation is making grants and partnering with community foundations to achieve its goals.

The Posey County Community Foundation will add $10,000 of the grant to the Smithville Charitable Foundation Fund of Posey County.

This fund is unrestricted and adds to the discretionary grant dollars that are awarded to other not for profit agencies. Some$30,000 will be used to establish two new funds within the community foundation. The first will be the Smithville Targeting Lasting Change Fund; this fund will be used to help during crisis situations in Posey County. “The flooding we had

member is to turn in what she has given to the treasurer. Remember we give to the Veterans at Christmas. Items for both men and women. The Fall Meeting at Greenwood, Indiana is October 29, 2011. Our chapter will have a table their. Our Regent Eleanor Mourer and our Treasure Linda Dowen will represent our chapter at the Fall Meeting. Papers Keith Spurgeon, chairwere signed for our new man of the 2011 United member for her membership Way of Posey County camin the Chapter. paign announced today that the campaign drive has Harmony Township Farm Bureau News reached 21% of its goal of $640,000. He urged everyHarmony Township Farm free the assistant Women’s one to make a contribution Bureau met October 11 at Leader of Posey County to the Posey County camthe Red Wagon for a dinner positions. Ivan Alsop and paign. “Your contributions meeting with 18 members Ed Schutz celebrated Octo- stay here to provide servicin attendance Posey Coun- ber birthdays. Charles Huck es to the people of Posey ty Farm Bureau President read a humorous reading County. The United Way of Sherly Seib was a guest. Seib “Linburger Cheese” and Posey County is about all reported both the Poseyville Everett Hein read a “Fish of us working together to and Mount Vernon officers Story” from Engines and make our community a better place to live for all of us are to be remodeled. Seib Engineers magazine. stated Posey County will be Darrell and Donna Creek and our families.”

Larry Williams, manager eligible for several awards will host the November 8 during the November 12 Thanksgiving meeting at of McKim’s IGA in Mount District 9 meeting. Seib an- Johnson United Methodist Vernon, invites all of Posey County to McKim’s on nounced Carol Redman will Church at 6 p.m.

Saturday, October 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 2p.m.. for United Way Day. Larry said “Like past years, we are going to have a cookout and have local community leaders carrying out groceries and asking for tips, all of which will be donated to this year’s United Way Campaign. All proceeds from the cookout

in Posey County this year brought to light the need to have funds on hand to help in such situations,” says Johnna Denning, PCCF Director.

The second fund will help in the development of the PCCF Young Professionals Advisory Council. Applications are being taken now from sophomores through seniors at all Posey County High Schools. Please contact the PCCF office for more information or an application.

This Council will have a grant cycle and will be making grants in Posey County. “This will be a great opportunity for youth in Posey County to learn about philanthropy and the needs in Posey County”, said PCCF President Bill Gillenwater.

The remaining $8,000 will be used to conduct a needs assessment in Posey County. “The PCCF wants to be more proactive than reactive in its grant making, having a better idea of the needs in Posey County will help us achieve this goal. The Smithville Charitable foundation has given PCCF the ability to broaden our horizons and make an even bigger impact in Posey County” states Denning.

United Way Day slated for Saturday October 29 will also be donated.”

Also during October, if McKim’s customers turn in their store receipts, McKim’s will donate 1% of the receipt amount (except for alcohol and tobacco products, taxes, and office services) to the United Way of Posey County campaign.

Elizabeth Baier, executive director of the United Way of Posey County, said “Please turn your receipt in before leaving the store and help in making sure services are available for the Posey County community.”

Contributions help to fund United Way programs such as a local Gifts In Kind program and Information and Referral Assistance as well as 20 local agencies receiving funds this year that provide services to the people of Posey County.

New services in Posey County include 2-1-1, the easy-to-remember number to call for access to information about resources and assistance in Posey County,

and the prescription drug discount program.

Keith Spurgeon said that thanks to the community spirit and generosity of local business people, there will be fundraisers for the United Way of Posey County campaign. On Tuesday, October 25, Tequila’s, Southwind Plaza in Mount Vernon, will donate 20% of all sales to the United Way. A coupon is required and may be obtained from any United Way volunteer or call 838-3637. On Thursday, October 27, the St. Philips’s Inn, 11200 Upper Mount Vernon Road, will donate 10% of all sales that day to United Way. No coupons are required for the St. Philip’s Inn. Spurgeon said “It’s good food for a good cause.”

Contributions may be sent to the United Way of Posey County at P.O. Box 562, Mt. Vernon, Ind. 47620. For more information or to get involved, call 838-3637, or email to uwposey@sbcglobal.net.

PCCF Harvest Auction and Dinner slated for Oct. 28 The Posey County Community Foundation, a member of the Community Foundation Alliance, Inc., will hold its 2nd Annual Harvest Auction & Dinner on October 28, 2011, at the 4-H Community Center in New Harmony. All proceeds from the auction will be donated to the Posey County Community Foundation.

This auction will be your chance to bid on unique items such as a Wild Game Feast for eight or a Weekend at Bill’s . You will have to attend to find out more about these items! The doors open at 6 p.m.. The evening begins with a catered dinner by Red Wagon (formerly Feed Mill), dessert by Michelle’s Icing on the Cake, and entertainment

by Generation Sound DJ Service . The silent auction

will start at 7 p.m. followed by the live auction . Tickets are $25 per person. A complete list of all auction items, along with ticket information, is on our website at www.poseycommunityfoundation.org/auction .

The Foundation would like to thank the following corporations and individuals for their sponsorship of the Auction: SABIC Innovative Plastics, Old National Bank and Old National Wealth Management, Warehouse Services, Inc., Barry & Kay Cox, CountryMark Cooperative LLC, Posey County News, Altstadt Office City, Mt. Vernon Democrat, William Wilson Auction and Reality, Herb Curry Inc., Fifth Third Bank & Fifth Third Securities, Andy Hoehn for City Council, CSB Bank, Harold Bender

Farms, Pearison, Inc., Baier & Baier Attorneys at Law, Tracy Zeller Jewelry, Michelle’s Icing on the Cake.

The Posey County Community Foundation administers over 80 charitable funds established by individuals, families, businesses, civic groups, and agencies to improve the quality of life in Posey County. Founded in 1992, the Foundation is a charitable organization formed to strengthen our community by awarding grants to local nonprofits and scholarships to students, by bringing individuals together to address community needs, and by offering personalized charitable gift planning services to our donors. Contact the Foundation at 812.838.0288 or visit www.poseycommunityfoundation to learn more.

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SCHOOL

North Posey Class of 1961 held their 50th Reunion on September 17, 2011. Front Row: (l to r) Larry Rutledge, David Hendricks, Bill Knight, James Gee, Larry Neumann, Beverly (Reynolds) Ellis, Leanna (Stanley) Reeves, Norma Sue (Espenlaub) Butler, Sue (Geisler) Ward, Barbara (Georges) Phillips, Doris (Cullman) Hutchison, Diana (Shaw) Knapp, Peggy (Heal) Motz, Helen (Zueber) Keusch, Kay (Robb) Giles, Jean (Morlock) Carr, Charla (Erbacher) Pearson, Jane (Erbacher) Crawford, Sandra (Davis) Beloat, Linda (Shelby) WecKesser, Vonda (Robinson) Parker. Back Row: (l to r) Richard Naas, Frank Hornberger, Larry Allen, Tom Hostettler, Suzanne (Wiggins) Curry, Eddie Martin, Patricia (Gehlhausen) Confessore, Dean Straw, Dody (Downen) Straub, Ronnie Tucker, Janie (Simpson) Clark, James Kincheloe, Dennis Andrews. Photo submitted.

Fourth graders at Farmersville Elementary enjoyed a presentation by Vectren to learn how to use electricity safely inside and outside of the home. The children learned about the dangers of downed power lines and the steps to take to keep themselves and others safe.

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Fire Marshal gives safety tips for Halloween As Halloween approaches, the Indiana State Fire Marshal is reminding Hoosiers to keep safety in mind when visiting haunted houses and enjoying other spooky activities. “Haunted houses should be scary, but not dangerous,” says Indiana State Fire Marshal Jim Greeson. “The Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office is dedicated to working with haunted house owners and operators to keep these venues safe, compliant with

state laws and open to the public.”The Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office is a division of the Indiana Department of Homeland Security.

The Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office inspects all haunted houses in Indiana and issues certificates of compliance. This certificate signifies that the haunted house is authorized to operate, and that the facility has been inspected by the Indiana State Fire Marshal’s office to ensure compliance with all Indiana fire and building codes. “The public is one of our most important partners in safety,” says Greeson. “If a haunted house doesn’t have a certificate of compliance, don’t enter the facility, and call the Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office.”

The Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office can be reached at 317-232-1407.

Haunted house owners or operators who have questions about fire and building codes are also encouraged to contact the Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office at 317-232-1407.

Haunted House and decoration safety tips are as follows, Choose a haunted house that appears to be run in a neat, orderly fashion and is not overcrowded. Always ask to see the state issued certificate of compliance before entering a haunted house. There should be no open flame devices or temporary heaters used in the building. Never smoke inside a haunted house. While inside a haunted house you should always be able to see exit signs or other markers

indicating the way out. Exit pathways should also be free from obstructions. Watch for extension cords, open wiring, overloaded outlets or any other suspicious looking electrical issues. Speak with a haunted house operator or contact the Indiana State Fire Marshal’s Office if you have concerns about electrical wiring. Dried flowers, cornstalks and crepe paper are highly flammable. Keep these and other decorations well away from all open flames and heat sources, including light bulbs, candles and heaters. Consider using a flashlight or glow stick instead of a candle to light your pumpkin. If you do use a candle, a votive candle is safest. Candlelit pumpkins or jack-o-lanterns should be kept away from landings and doorsteps where costumes could brush against the flame. Indoor jack-o-lanterns should be placed on a sturdy table, away from curtains, decorations and other furnishings that could be ignited. Never leave a candlelit pumpkin or jack-olanterns anywhere unattended.

When purchasing costumes, masks, beards and wigs, make sure the label says “flame resistant.” While this doesn’t ensure these items won’t catch fire, it does indicate the items will resist burning and should extinguish quickly. To minimize the risk of contact with candles or other sources of ignition, avoid costumes made with flimsy materials and outfits with big, baggy sleeves or billowing skirts.

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OPINION

‘Secret’ to successful marriage is ability to adapt, understand I have very few serious bones in my entire body. I think I grew up in a home that was so strict that I decided that seriousness was for the birds and I was going to stay as far away from it as I could.

There are times when I real- TRUTH... ize that is not exactly the best STRANGER way to be but there are many THAN more times when I use comedy FICTION as a coping mechanism. We all BY DAVE have different ways of handing PEARCE things that happen in our lives and as I grow older, I find that I might be handling most of them a little better.

Most of the time, it is slightly easier to laugh than to cry. I try and find a way to make that happen.

Also, when you run into a crazy person like myself, you never know whether I actually mean what I am saying or not. Sometimes I’m not even sure. But much like my columns, my words are generally more carefully chosen than meets the ears and often have meanings other than the obvious.

My wife is often the recipient of many of the things I write about in my column. I’m not sure she knew what she was getting into when she said “I Do” 22 years ago this week. If she had, she might have said “I don’t!” But as we often talk, our marriage may be a nbit unconventional and probably would not work for a lot of people. But the important thing is that for the past 22 years, it has worked for us. And that’s the two most important people in this two-person relationship.

As I write this on Sunday evening, my wife is vacationing in Gulf Shores, Ala., with two of her old friends from Boonville. With our 22nd anniversary coming up on Wednesday of this week, a lot of people would have a problem with their mate being gone on their anniversary.

But there are a lot of people who have filed for divorce over things that mattered little more

than an opportunity to get away for a few days.

So while many would see being apart on your own unique set of standards and rules. That’s When Connie and I recited our wedding anniversary as a detriment to your marriage, I the “secret” to a sustainable marriage.

In our case, it is don’t take life too seriously vows on October 27, 1989, we truly meant see it as just another day. I see it as an opportuthem. We married with our eyes wide open nity for my wife to get some well-deserved rest and be willing to adapt to different situations. for “the better or worse,” “the and relaxation. I can manage to hold down the When you say “I Do,” actually listen to what richer or the poorer,” “in sick- fort, at least until she gets back. No, it won’t be you are saying and mean it. When the going ness and in health,” and all the as neatly kept as when she is here and I’m sure gets tough, work through things together as trimmings. In 22 years, each she is fully aware of that. However, she knows much as you can but maintain your individuof them has been put to task. that despite her luck, I will still be here when ality.

And while we main not have what an outBut with determination and she gets home, keeping the home fires burning sider would see as the “perfect” marriage, we the ability to admit it when and looking for her to come back. one of us is wrong or an unSo after 22 years of marriage, if I have do have a marriage that is “perfect” for us. It canny agreement to disagree, learned any one thing, there are no hard and has worked for us for 22 years as of Thursday. we have made it. fast rules regarding marriage that apply to ev- Happy Anniversary, Dear, and by the way, I While we have very similar core values. But ery couple. Each couple must agree to their have a new dog! that’s probably where our similarities end. She is generally more serious minded and enjoys piddling around the house. She doesn’t like to be out in the public eye and she finds change a tough thing to do.

I couldn’t be more opposite. I am seldom serious-minded and I would rather take a good beating than to be told that I need to sit home in the house for the evening (or for that matter, even for a couple of hours). I enjoy meeting people and outing myself out there primarily because I enjoy meeting new friends and socializing with old ones.

I find it easy to change. I enjoy the excitement of a move or the excitement of one class graduating and another moving into the spotlight. Each year while covering sports, I get to see my share of that. I enjoy getting to know the new people who will become the sports stars of the coming year. I don’t mind changing allegiance and cheering for the people that I get to know when I move to a new community. All that is a foreign concept to my I’m often asked why I’m so involved with the United Way of me with domestic violence issue and I’ve called Beth Baro with wife.

Posey County. Most people who know me, know that I’ve never Willow Tree....same results. I’ve had employees and customers had to ask for the help of any of the agencies that are supported with no place to live or who don’t know how to manage their by our local United Way. Like most people, I’d always donated money and I call Phyllis Allspaugh with the Homeless Shelter a couple of bucks to the campaign each year and felt like I “did and Neighbor to Neighbor classes... same results. I’ve had emduty”. Then I was asked to serve on as a Director on the local ployees come in crying telling me that they may have to quit A Community Treasure: Harmonie State Park my United Way board. After some hesitation, I agreed and shortly their job because there is no one to babysit their children. I’ve A great state park resides in Wiley and his troop recently our community—Harmonie helped too by restoring one thereafter, our Executive Director, Elizabeth Baier, assigned me, referred them to the Children’s’ Learning Center and often times State Park. From a swimming of the pioneer cemeteries, as she does most new Board members, to the Resources Deploy- they are able to remain employed.. I’ve even had people whose homes have been destroyed by a fire or other natural disaster. pool to miles of trails and Edward’s Cemetery, so make ment Committee. From that point on, I was hooked.

The Resources Deployment committee is made up of over I’ve referred them to the Red Cross and then their problems beeven a Nature Center, there is sure you stop by and see their 35 volunteers who divide into teams each year.

These teams are come the community’s problems and things start to happen something for everyone at this efforts.

Why do I believe in the United Way? BECAUSE IT park. Located on the banks of This upcoming weekend is responsible for visiting, reviewing and evaluating three to four agencies each.

They then report back to the whole committee at WORKS......

LOCAL PEOPLE HELPING LOCAL PEOPLE the Wabash River, the scenic Haunted Harmonie, always a a meeting in mid November with the results of that review.

After and HOMETOWN PROUD. The two go hand in hand. The emviews are breathtaking. treat to attend. There will be There have been some great hayrides, a scavenger hunt, the whole committee hears from all of the sub-committees, we ployees at IGA help the United Way because we can and because new addition to the park this trick or treating and a pump- discuss what we heard and make a recommendation to the full we know that they will be here to help us should the need arise. year; thanks to park volunteer kin decorating contest. If you Board of Directors of how much money to allocate each agency Have you been asked for a “donation” for this year’s campaign?

Max Butler. He has put up a dare to have some fun, head for the upcoming year. We evaluate how the agencies spend the Try to think of it more as an INVESTMENT in your community.

I’m proud to say that McKim’s IGA celebrated is 20 year Annew basketball hoop for kids on out and join the Halloween money we give them and make sure that our contributors money is well spent on Posey County people. niversary of being in Mt. Vernon on October 7, 2011. I promise to play some three on three festivities.

After that first year, I was hooked. I assigned the United Way that we will work very hard to stick around for at least another and also created a horseshoe There is now a great way campaign at IGA to one of my young sons and the whole store twenty years. I can also promise that as long as there is a United pit. to support this community Another great feature of treasure. A non-profit group really got into it, We instituted payroll deduction and made the Way of Posey County and I am a part of this community and this this park is the two historic is forming called Friends of United Way part of our new employee orientation and contribu- company, McKim’s IGA will be a part of United Way as well.

Please join us in making this year’s campaign the best ever. communities that visitors can Harmonie and is looking for tions started to increase. We kept looking for more ways to make our United Way campaign better each year.

We designated OcLarry Williams learn about when coming to individuals who want to give tober as United Way Month at IGA and during the month of OcGeneral Manager the park. These historic societ- back to New Harmonie Park McKim Food’s Inc ies are fascinating to study and and make this park even bet- tober, we ask customers to turn in their receipts to us. We donate they draw people from across ter. Membership forms can be 1% of all eligible purchases from those receipts to the campaign. the state especially because picked up at the Nature Center We cap that off with United Way Day on the last Saturday in residents of New Harmony or you can email friendsofhar- October. On United Way Day, we invite local community leaders to come to our store where we have a cookout and carryout have preserved the communi- monie@gmail.com.

Indiana Farm Bureau ap“Indiana Farm Bureau truly groceries for tips. All of this money is given to the campaign, but ties so well. Boy Scout Nathan more importantly, it is a good way to actually connect with our plauds Senators Richard appreciates the support of our customers and the community and to put a face on the United Lugar and Dan Coats and elected officials in WashingWay. Since 1996, I’m proud to say that McKim’s IGA and its Representatives Larry Buc- ton and we thank those who employees and customers have raised almost $95,000 for the shon, Dan Burton, Mike helped pass these important United Way. Pence, Todd Rokita, Marlin trade agreements,” said IFB The amazing part of that is our corporate contribution is just a Stutzman and Todd Young for president Don Villwock. small part of that number, most comes from the employees and their yea votes on new trade “Indiana grain and livestock customers. Even more amazing is that over the years, we have agreements that will create farmers will benefit greatly had countless Leadership Givers (those the contribute $250 or jobs and boost Indiana’s ag- from the new and expanded more in a year’s time). Even more amazing than that is that other ricultural economy. Congres- markets created by this legisthan top level management and a few long time employees, most sional ratification of the three lation.” of our people are entry level, high school or part time workers bilateral free-trade agreeAccess to consumers in making between $7.25 and $9.00 per hour and most of the Leadments between the United South Korea, Colombia and ership Givers over the years have been from that group. Talk States and Korea, Colombia Panama could increase Indiabout Hometown Proud !!!

When I’m asked why I believe in the United Way, I think and Panama represent almost ana agricultural exports by about people like Beth Russell with Family Matters. I’ve had $2.5 billion in new U.S. ag- nearly $55 million annually employees and customers come to me with problems and not ricultural exports and could and add up to 500 jobs to the know where to turn. I refer them to Beth and the look on their generate up to 22,500 agricul- Hoosier economy. faces after they talk to her is priceless. I’ve had people come to ture-related jobs nationally.

Dr. Keith Spurgeon (L), United Way of Posey County Campaign Chairman, recognizes Donett May, on behalf of St. Matthew School, for its Pacesetter Campaign.

Letters to Editor: More on Following Page

Larry Williams on United Way

Guest Column: Wendy McNamara

Farm Bureau on new trade agreements

United Way impacts Saint Matthew

Gavel Gamut’s

I am writing to invite your readers to join all of us at St. Matthew School in supporting the work of United Way. United Way touches countless lives as it strives to meet the educational, financial, and health-related needs of those who live in Posey County and all of Southwestern Indiana. St. Matthew School is directly impacted by United Way. Our school counselor comes to us through Catholic Charities which is one of United Way’s partner organizations. Our counselor meets

with students, parents, and staff members each week and helps them work through very difficult life situations. Without the help of United Way, we would not have this critical person on our school staff.

St. Matthew School is proud to support United Way and to be a pacesetter for their annual campaign. Please consider joining us in supporting the work of United Way. You can make a difference.

Vickie Wannemuehler Principal

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Back before the days when Big Brother could find out everything from what is in our medicine cabinets to how many mis-matched socks we have in our drawers, football players often flew under the regulations radar.

Movement from one college to another or even from professional back to college ball sometimes occurred. One of the most egregious, albeit one of the most interesting, incidents of professionals passing for amateurs occurred near my hometown on the Osage Indian Nation in the autumn of 1924 and involved one of America's favorite Indian athletes. No, not Jim Thorpe, who played for Carlisle Indian Institute in Pennsylvania, but John Levi who was an AllAmerican for Haskell Indian Institute in Kansas.

I first became familiar with Haskell when my oldest brother, C.E. Redwine, headed the music department there in the

“Cowboys and Indians”

1970's. By that time the glory days of the Indian schools had long ago faded. Such stories as

GAVEL GAMUT

BY JUDGE JIM REDWINE

when Haskell played Carlisle and at half-time Jim Thorpe and John Levi would put on exhibitions of fifty yard drop kick field goals and seventy yard pass plays had become legend.

But in 1924 many Indians still spoke their native language and lived by tribal customs. The dominant white culture sought to assimilate Indian youth by forcing even young men in their twenties to attend white run institutions.

Therefore, a full grown man might be learning English as though he were a six year old.

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This made for some very good Indian football teams.

And, since Native Americans were just as rabid about football as were whites, there was great pride in having a winning team, even if they had to be bought. So, when Haskell wanted the wealthy Osages of Oklahoma to donate some of their vast oil wealth for a new stadium, the stars were aligned. The Haskell coach, Frank W. McDonald, took it from there.

The small town of Hominy, Oklahoma had a football team comprised of local Osage boys. The nearby town of Fairfax, Oklahoma had a team of white cowboys and young oilfield workers. Both towns were, and still are, on the Osage Nation and were, and still are, bitter rivals. McDonald played on the Osages' pride and he did not hesitate to stir in ethnic and racial conflict. He promoted an exhibition game between HomWRITER / REPORTER RHYS MATHEW WRITER / REPORTER VALERIE WERKMEISTER STAFF PHOTOGRAPHERS THE DAVE & TERRI KOCH FAMILY

iny and Fairfax to be held the week after Haskell ended its 1924 season. Then he put his real plan into play.

A special field was laid out on the prairie just outside the Osage County seat town of Pawhuska, my hometown, which was, and is between Hominy and Fairfax. Next he made contact with Osage Chief Fred Lookout and suggested it would be good for tribal pride if those white men were taught a lesson by John Levi et.al. The Chief agreed.

However, the Fairfax cowboys had plans of their own and were already importing members of the Kansas City professional football team named The Cowboys.

Money began to be wagered in prodigious amounts as the wagons circled and war whoops filled the air. Next week we will see if Haskell got its stadium.

BOOKKEEPING CONNIE PEARCE Pocobooks@aol.com

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Letters to the Editor City employee backs current Mayor Tucker My name is Roy Maynard and I am writing this letter to express my support of Mayor John Tucker. I would like to start by thanking John Tucker for giving me the opportunity to serve as the Mount Vernon Street Commissioner.

He has blessed me and my family greatly and his kindness will never be forgotten by us.

When I sat down to write this letter I thought about what I wanted to say and many things came to mind.

In the end I have chosen to take the “high road” and not say negative things about Paul Watzlavik. Jesus tells us in John 13:34, “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another.” He also tells us in Matthew 6:44-48 to love our enemies and those who hate and persecute you. That tells me a Christian is called to love all men and not just those who are friends, family or fellow Christians.

Having established that Jesus commands us to love all men, I then look to Corinthians 13 where we are told that love “is kind, does not envy, does not parade itself, is not puffed up; does not behave rude”. Having this knowledge, if I claim to be a Christian and then partake in political “mud sling-

ing” I am only a hypocrite.

I would like to call upon everyone involved in this campaign to run on their ability and talent and let the residents of Mount Vernon decide who should govern this city for the next four years. I personally have let GOD down in many ways throughout my life, but today I choose not to spread hate, lies or half truths.

What I would like the people of Mount Vernon to know about John Tucker is that he has worked hard every day for the last four years to make this city a better place for us all. He has worked to promote the agenda’s of both the people who have supported him as well as those who have slandered him. He has done these things because he loves this city and truly cares about those who live here. In his time as mayor John Tucker has secured nearly 10 million dollars in grant and stimulus money for this city. The money has been used to upgrade the sewer system as well as the downtown/riverfront renovation. In addition there has been money secured for streets, storm water improvements and sidewalks.

John Tucker has fought hard to make this city a better place for all of us.

On a more personal level I can say that John Tucker

has never lied to me. He has always been up front with the residents of Mount Vernon, even when it could cost him votes. I’ve met very few politicians with this quality.

There have been times when I wanted John to be more aggressive and put a few people in their place. Today I can say I am proud of John and understand his leadership. I am glad he did not take my advice in those times of conflict. Working for John has taught me to speak less and listen more, to collect all the facts before I make a decision and to not let the hatred of others change who I am.

One November 8 I would ask that the voters in this city reward John Tucker’s hard work by re-electing him as our mayor. If you decide not to re-elect John, then I will also resign my job as street commissioner.

I will gladly do this for two reasons. First and foremost, John Tucker is my friend and he has earned my loyalty. I love him as a friend and wish I could do more to show my support for him.

Secondly, if the voters of this city choose not to reelect John, I must assume that I have failed as your street commissioner. In this election I will go as John Tucker goes. Regardless of the outcome, I thank all of you for your support.

Roy Maynard

New Harmony Parks grateful The New Harmony Parks and Recreation Tree Board thanks the citizens and participants who made our October 15, 2011 Arbor Day Celebration and 2nd Annual Chili Cook-Off the great success it was! We are proud that so many citizens came together in Murphy Park for fun, food and fellowship. We were honored

by Pam Louks from the Indiana Dept. of Natural Recourses, Urban Forestry Division, who traveled to New Harmony to present us with our 8th Tree City USA designation. Ms. Louks said the fact that we combine a chili cook-off with our Arbor Day Celebration is, “Way Cool!” and, “One of a kind!”

Special thanks go to Sara Brown of Sara’s Harmony Way and 2 other anonymous donors for their generous gifts to fund the event and to all of those who said, “Yes”, when asked to bake 2 dozen cookies. Also, thanks to Jim Norton for photographing the event, to Mrs. Lois Gray and New Harmony School for managing the

Arbor Day poster contest and Scout Troop 386 and Leaders Tim and Leigh Ann Wiley for participating in the Arbor Day Celebration and helping with the cookoff. Additional thanks go to Randy Pease and The Circle of Friends for providing music during the cook-off, to Tamara Creek and The Golden Rose for decorating the “Spirit Stick” and to Rick Huffman and Creation Station for decorating the 1st place apron.

The participating cook teams funded their recipes and table decorations themselves and for their generosity, energy, and interest we are truly grateful. We encourage everyone to patronize the participating establishments and to congratulate all the participants for their community interest.

Participating teams were the Rappite Grillers from New Harmony High School, Ciao Bella, team captain, Vicki Campbell, “Spirit Award Winners”, B & B (the Bestest and Badest) - Cook’s on Brewery Bed and Breakfast,

owners David Flanders and Johnathon Scott, De-Vine Kiwanis Squashers from the New Harmony Kiwanis Club, The Cooking Kappas of New Harmony Tri Kappa Organization, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, Southern Ride BBQ, owners Travis and Deanna Durbin and Cook-Off Winners, The Hot Chili Chics from New Harmonie Health Care.

Finally, our hats are off to the citizens of New Harmony and Posey County and to those visiting our town who came to the park, purchased tickets and tasted the different chilies, cookies, sandwiches and drinks. With the money earned from this event, the Parks Dept. will be able to purchase trees to maintain our tree canopy and beautify our town. We look forward to seeing you next year!

Jeanne Maudlin, President, Tom Williams, Vice president, Johnathon Scott, Secretary, Barbara McConnell, Member Linda Warrum, Councilmember

New Harmony School facing critical decisions The New Harmony School is faced with significant challenges for the future. Due to reduced enrollment and inadequate funding, the school does not have the financial support to continue in its current state. The Board of School Trustees respect the history of the community and the vital role the school serves in the community. However, we also understand that we are responsible for the financial health of the school district as members of the school board. As we look to the future, we want to make decisions which will serve students and the community well. The school does not have the funds to continue to exist without changing.

Just as other organizations in this particular time period of economic downtown, the school has examined its operations and reduced staff, purchased collaboratively with other school districts, and eliminated programs. Now, due to declining enrollment and continued cuts to state support, the district must consider other opportunities.

New Harmony’s school enrollment has declined for the last four years, with a total enrollment of 169 in 2010, a drop of nearly 10% since 2006. In 2011, preliminary numbers indicate student enrollment declined further. While other schools in Posey County have declined in enrollment as well, the decline is more significant for a smaller school.

New Harmony lost 20 students this year and currently has one elementary class with four students. Because state funding is based on the number of students for a school district, instability in enrollment affects the funding for a school significantly. In 2009, basic tuition support from the state was $1,431,354. In 2012, the basic tuition support is projected to be $813,308, a loss of $618,046 in the last three years. While the school receives additional grant funding, those amounts are dedicated to specific groups of students and are unpredictable year to year.

The drop in enrollment this year has hastened the looming financial crisis. In

order to act within appropriate timelines, the school board must make decisions regarding the options available for the school district.

For us to make informed decisions, we are asking the community for input. We value the many community members and parents who have provided information and input to us thus far and encourage others to do so.

Information is available on our website at www.nharmony.k12.in.us or you may contact the school office at 812-682-4661. In addition, we have town hall meetings scheduled for October 27 or November 3rd at 7 p.m. at Murphy Auditorium in New Harmony to receive community input. We also have a survey available in the community and online for patrons to complete.

As a board, we have difficult decisions to make regarding the future of New Harmony. We hope that we can make those decisions in full consideration of what will be best for the students of New Harmony and the community.

New Harmony Board of School Trustees

Watzlavik is ‘Right to Life’ supporter There are some issues in our own personal lives that are basic, and one of those is "life," the rights of the unborn. When we visited the Evansville Right To Life website, we were so pleased to see that Mt. Vernon mayoral candidate Paul Watzlavik had an A on his Right to Life "grade card." If you want to see the grade cards of other candidates in

this year’s municipal election, please visit www.evansvilleforlife.com.

Paul’s strong stand on this important issue, coupled with his business acumen and his vision for Mt. Vernon’s future, made our decision easy - we voted for Paul Watzlavik and hope that you will, too.

George & Ann Fischer

Writer supports Nancy Grimes in Poseyville I'm writing this letter in support of Nancy Grimes, Republican candidate for Clerk/ Treasurer for the town of Poseyville. Unlike the author of the letter written in support of Nancy's opponent, I am a resident of Poseyville. I moved here from California in October of 2006. I am a retired Police Officer from the city of Rio Vista, Calif., and currently employed in the Private Sector in Evansville.

The city of Rio Vista was a town much like Poseyville. It was a small farming community located several miles from the next major city. We had our own elected and appointed officials, some good and some bad.

In my 10 years serving as a police officer I had the opportunity to work with, associate with and investigate the lives and actions of both. I do not know Nancy's opponent and the intent of this letter is not to speak ill of her. In my brief encounters with her she seems to be a likable person.

I met Nancy where we both attend church and Sunday School at St. Paul's United Methodist Church. In the few years I have known Nancy, my wife and I have become good friends of Nancy and her husband Chris. When news first broke of the alleged wrong doing of our former Town Clerk/ Treasurer, Nancy was mortified at the news and her first thoughts were of what could

she do to restore the honor, dignity and the trust of the people of our town to the Clerk/ Treasurer's Office.

Nancy decided the only way to accomplish this was to run for the Clerk/Treasurer position, which she had held from 2000 to 2003. During this time Poseyville received clean audits from the State of Indiana. If elected to this position Nancy will be giving up her job at the University of Evansville Accounting and Audit Department to serve as our Clerk/Treasurer. Nancy performs many of the same duties in her current position as she would be performing as our Clerk/Treasurer. Nancy also has over 18 years of experience in the banking industry.

Nancy is a firmly established resident of our community living her since 1995. Both of Nancy's sons graduated from North Posey High School. One of her son's is Charlie is pursuing a teaching degree and currently coaches the youth of our community in High School Tennis and seventh grade boys basketball. Nancy's other son Fred, proudly serves our nation in the U.S. Army and is currently serving in Afghanistan.

I hope you will all join me on November 8th at the Poles in voting for Nancy Grimes, Clerk/Treasurer, for Poseyville.

Steven Wilson

Writer supports current Mayor Tucker My name is Jerry Rush. I am writing this letter to ask the voters of Mount Vernon to support John Tucker On November 8th I am basing my decision to support Mayor Tucker upon the record of both candidates.

John Tucker has spent his life serving this community.

He has served on the Mount Vernon Police Department for 33 years, on the city council for 12 years and as our mayor for four years.

During his time as mayor, our city has seen great progress.

During that time we have not had one city wide boil advisory. That alone should earn him another fOur years. We no longer have raw sewage being discharged into the

Ohio River at Sawmill (creek upstream of our water intake and great steps have been made to renovate our riverfront. These are only a few of the things that have happened while John Tucker has been our mayor. These things were made possible because of his leadership.

Paul Watzlavik tells us that he has worked for many different companies and now makes his living as the owner of several local liquor stores. That includes both liquor stores in Mount Vernon.

Don’t mistake me for one of those “bottle busters” or someone who is against the legal use of alcoholic beverages. However, I do have a problem with Paul Watzlavik

appointing someone to the ABC Board that governs the liquor stores he owns. I feel that would create a conflict of interest and aside from being unethical should be illegal. If this is not illegal then I would urge our leaders at the state level to address this issue.

In the business world people are rewarded for hard work, honesty, and a commitment to those whose write their paycheck. If the same holds true for our community leaders then John Tucker is an obvious choice to be our mayor for four more years.

Let’s all go to the polls on November 8th and show John Tucker our gratitude for his service and dedication.

Jerry Rush

Generous Posey rallies around Big Brothers, Sisters It is awesome to see Posey County rally around its children and put them first! Big Brothers Big Sisters of Posey County held its first annual Bowl for Kids’ Sake event at Posey Lanes on October 9, 2011. Because of our generous county, the event was a huge success, raising $14,253 through sponsorships, bowlers’ collections, donations and a silent auction.

The Bowl for Kids’ Sake committee thanks Posey Lanes for the use of their facility and thanks all the team captains and bowlers for taking the time to raise donations in support of this event. We want to thank the following sponsors CountryMark, Alles Brothers Furniture, S a f e Schools Healthy Students, WSI, Expressway Auto Group, Edward Jones (Derrick Wells), Diversified Services, Bruce Hall Body Shop, New Harmony Golf Car Co., Old National Bank, Fifth Third Bank, Karen L.

Schenk & Assoc., TMI Contractors, Harmony Pottery, New Harmony Kiwanis Club, JL Equipment, Funk’s Carpet Showroom, Bamberber, Foreman, Oswald,and Hahn, McKim’s IGA, Schneider Funeral Home, McFadin Higgins & Folz, First Bank, and Baier and Baier.

We also want to thank the following establishments and individuals for offering monetary donations or donations of prizes and/or silent auction items: Greenduck Hair Salon, Ewing Tire, S t a f f from the Alexandrian Public Library, Studio B Photography, Shephard Services, Michelle’s Icing on the Cake, J. L. Hirsch, Embroidery Direct, Guilty Pleasures Flowers & Gifts, New Harmony Inn, Data Mail, Inc., Mt. Vernon Chiropractic Center, Harmonie State Park, Burdette Park, Holiday World & Splashin Safari, Bud’s Hardware, USI, Mesker Park Zoo & Botanical Gardens, Four

Seasons Motel, Purdue Athletics, Ron Salee for City Council Campaign, Little Crazy Daisy, Sears, Paul Watzlavik for Mayor Campaign, Posey County News, Lifestyle Tours, Larry Williams, and McKim’s IGA, Subway (Wadesville), KG Decor, Mt. Vernon Flower Shop, DT’s Bar & Grill, The Gathering, John Gerton for City Council Campaign, Southwind Dental, Dairy Queen, St. Louis Cardinals Organization, Dean’s Diner, Koodie Hoo’s, Terri Mitchell, Mary Kay Consultant, Domino’s Pizza, Farview Orchards, Harold’s Restaurant, and CVS. Thank you Posey County for supporting our first bowling event in a BIG way and for helping BBBS implement mentoring programs in Posey County.

Julie Suedmeyer, Chairman Bowl for Kids’ Sake Event

Writer supports candidate Watzlavik Down what road to survival and growth can our present mayor lead us, when his strongest bid for reelection is taking credit for the river front development projects and bringing our water and wastewater systems into compliance, when in fact these projects were funded with monies sought and secured by his predecessor, Rosemary Knowles, and her team. He makes no mention that is has taken four years to implement a plan that was already in place when he took office.

Lately, we have learned of a proposed housing development for our river front which will have a small amount of retail and condos but will predominately be affordable housing on all three floors.

The mayor’s promise is there will be no Section 8 provisions, yet how can this be avoided if HUD funding is involved?

After graduation from MVHS, I left Mt. Vernon. After earning diplomas from the Deaconess School of Nursing, UE and University of Minnesota, I worked in several large cities and corporate settings.

Through all this, I remained appreciative and thankful for my small town heritage and eventually returned to Mt. Vernon. My hope is for future generations to realize the security and life preparation provided here, but steps must be taken to maintain Mt. Vernon’s fiscal solvency and structure.

What progress was made

in Mt. Vernon during the past four years that is the result of activities initiated by our Mayor and what are his plans for enhancing Mt. Vernon’s future? I have read Paul Watzlavik’s plan for Mt. Vernon, and I believe it provides a visionary foundation for the continued revitalization of Mt. Vernon.

Will another four years under the helm of a widely acknowledged nice guy who doesn’t lead provide for our future or should we elect someone who provides fresh ideas, direction and has the courage to implement? I think we need vision and new direction and will vote for Paul, and I encourage others to vote for Paul Watzlavik.

Joyce Stevens

Watzlavik is choice of Posey County resident I grew up in Mount Vernon and still consider it home. Although I do not live in the city of Mount Vernon, I do shop, bank and do a lot of business in Mount Vernon. I consider it to be my “hometown”, and I want to see the city reach its potential. It is so depressing to see how Main Street and a lot of residential properties in Mount Vernon continue to go downhill. The work

that Mayor Knowles started with the riverfront is a good start, but it is not yet completed; we need to see some signs of things improving on Main Street and all over town. We also need a mayor that focuses on job creation and programs for our children and senior citizens. I have read Paul Watzlavik’s plans for improving Mount Vernon. I like what he has to say, and I think he can make

a difference and get Mount Vernon back on track. Even though I will not be able to vote for Paul for Mayor of Mount Vernon, I hope that you will cast your vote for him. Mount Vernon needs someone with some fresh, new ideas. Vote for Paul Watzlavik, a true leader that works hard and will deliver the results that Mount Vernon deserves.

Mark Peerman

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GENERAL NEWS Posey County Commissioners, from Page 1A questions. DNR is responsible for assisting the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in this project.

Bourne emphasized that the maps are only preliminary and have not been adopted yet.

Anyone who would like to challenge the validity of the maps should bring documentation to the meeting to support their claim. There is a 90-day appeal process after the open house that can be initiated if necessary.

Six bids were opened for the upcoming Wabash levee division 3 project. Kevin Steely, an engineer from Bannining Engineering in Plainfield, IN was on hand to ensure that the submitted bids were acceptable. Bidders were asked to submit a lump sum quote as well as alternate quotes for portions of the project. The following chart outlines the bids submitted by each company.

Company Name Lump Sum Bid Alternate A Bid Alternate B Bid Burlington Civil -Owensboro, KY $363,438 $74,350 $116,280 Deig Brothers Construction – Evansville $353,520 $99,880 $108,740 Helping move the Red Wagon at the recently remained Red Wagon Restaurant in Indiana Reline – Sulphur Springs, IN $247,500 $56,000 $90,000 Poseyville are Motz Construction’s Layne and Cam Motz and at right, Jared Reidford, Merryman Excavating – Woodstock, IL $385,420 $72,980 $117,380 Colton Motz, Jourdan Cox, Tim Everly, and football Coach Carl Joe Gengelbach.

Utility Service Authority – Belleville, MI $480,000 *only submitted lump sum bid Temple & Temple Excavating – Salem, IL $297,000 $70,700 $117,400 Steely will review all the bids and make a report to the commissioners at the next meeting.

Bids were also opened for a new wheel loader for the Posey County Highway Department. Diamond Equipment Company and Wayne’s Supply Company each submitted bids that will be reviewed by Steve Schenk. He will make a report and recommendation at the next meeting.

Linda Curtis reported there are now 58 parcels of land that could potentially be placed for sale by SRI. Commissioners hope that by forgiving the back taxes on these properties and placing them for sale, they can once again be on the county tax rolls. She stated that 53 have been on the tax sale before, 19 parcels are just land and 28 are within Mt. Vernon.

The commissioners agreed to move forward with the sale which should be ready within the next few months.

In other business, the commissioners approved: •An agreement with Purdue University student, Scott Peters, to utilize the county’s GIS Katie Lowing, of Owensboro, Ky., relaxes while taking part in Bill Fletcher’s Plein system for a research project at no cost.

Air Pain Out in New Harmony over the weekend. Photo by Dave Pearce •A revenue shared agreement for electronically generated accident reports through the sheriff’s department. Sheriff Greg Oeth explained there is no cost to the county and each electronically requested accident report will bring revenue into the department.

•Oeth to look at bedding and supplies at the group home for use at the jail due to recent overcrowding.

T O G E T H E R W E S AV E . C O M •A request by Keely Winiger to utilize a part-time dispatch employee to download aerial photography onto various county department computers.

•A request by Schenk to advertise for the annual supply list. The Sheriff’s Department and EMS will advertise at the same time.

•An ordinance to take over roads in Wade Park subdivision. Schenk stated that all street signs wer e in place and correct and all other requirements had been met for the county to take over the roads.

The next Posey County Commissioners meeting will be Tuesday, November 1, at 9 a.m. in the Hovey House in Mount Vernon.

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‘Graveyard Watch’ planned in Mount Vernon A Cemetery Tour, a Graveyard Watch, and a meeting to plan their move to their new “headquarters” are all planned by the Posey County Historical Society for Saturday, October 29. The regular meeting of the Society will take place at 10 a.m. at Alexandrian Public Library. All members are expected to be there, and visitors are welcomed to be a part of the discussion which, in part, will concern the upcoming move of the Society’s collection to their new room in the Hedges Central Building.

From 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. (weather permitting), a Bellefontaine Cemetery Tour will be led by local historian Darlene McConnell, who will take the group to the burial sites of

several people who have been influential in the history of Mt. Vernon and Posey County.

A brief biographical sketch will be offered concerning those whose contributions will be focused on.

The day will be concluded with the Junior Historical Society’s “Graveyard Watch” at North Cemetery on Hedges Hill at 7:30 p.m.

Mount Vernon Junior High teacher, Pam O’Risky, will bring a group of students with her for an evening of ghost stories, food and fun near the area which has been set aside to memorialize those who are buried at North Cemetery.

The public is invited to attend any and all of these events on October 29.

SABIC Receives Pollution Prevention Award

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SABIC was recently honored by the National Pollution Prevention Roundtable (NPPR) with a 2011 Most Valuable Pollution Prevention (MVP2) award in Washington, D.C. The company’s Ultem* resin manufacturing facility in Mount Vernon, Ind. was recognized for its innovative manufacturing pollution prevention process that significantly reduces the greenhouse gases and use of water during its resin production. This prestigious award demonstrates SABIC’s ongoing investment in sustainable practices to benefit the environment, communities where it operates, as well as its customers.

“Being environmentally responsible has been our strategic focus at SABIC. We always look for creative ways to reduce, reuse, or recycle materials throughout the production process,” said Joe Castrale, general manager, SABIC Mount

Vernon facility. “This is an example of how our employees’ innovative thinking and passion for the environment allows us to be a more sustainable company, and we are honored to receive this award.” SABIC’s project was one of six to be honored by the NPPR. Through an innovative purification process, SABIC is able to convert excess material from its resin production process into reusable material that is now sold commercially.

Combined, the NPPR winners cut greenhouse gas emissions by 800,000 tons, reduced air pollution by nearly 100,000 tons/year, conserved more than six billion kilowatts of energy, and reduced water consumption by over 45 million gallons a year, while cutting costs by over $10 million. “These organizations have clearly demonstrated that pollution prevention is beneficial to both the environment and the economy. They are be-

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ing recognized for their leadership and commitment to promoting a sustainable future,” said Jeffrey Burke, executive director of NPPR. The NPPR is the largest membership organization in the United States devoted solely to pollution prevention and provides a national forum for promoting the development, implementation, and evaluation of efforts to avoid, eliminate or reduce pollution at the source. The awards are designed to recognize outstanding and innovative pollution prevention projects/programs. As in years past, awards are judged on the following five broad criteria: innovation, measurable results, transferability, commitment, and optimization of available project resources.

Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) ranks among the world’s top petrochemical companies, and is a global market leader in the production of polyethylene, polypropylene, advanced thermoplastics, glycols, methanol and fertilizers. SABIC manufactures with a global footprint in Saudi Arabia, the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific. The company operates in more than 40 countries across the world with 33,000 employees worldwide. It has significant research resources with 18 dedicated Technology & Innovation facilities in Saudi Arabia, the USA, the Netherlands, Spain, India and China. SABIC recorded a net income of SR 21.59 billion (US$ 5.73 billion) in 2010, and sales revenues totaled SR 152 billion (US$ 40.5 billion).

SABIC’s Innovative Plastics strategic business unit is a leading, global supplier of engineering thermoplastics with an 80-year history of breakthrough solutions that solve its customers’ most pressing challenges.

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Let the celebration begin as the Wildcats score the final point to earn the sectional title against the visiting Memorial Tigers. The Lady Cats took control of the

match from the beginning and never let Memorial have any fun. Photo by Terri Koch

By Steve Joos When the volleyball season started, Mount Vernon coach Andi Allford told Jacey Ritzert that she might not be serving due to her inconsistency at the line.

She didn’t seem that inconsistent in the third set of the Lady Wildcats’ Class 3A Sectional championship match Saturday night.

Ritzert served 14 points to all but polish off Memorial, as the Lady Cats claimed the school’s first volleyball Sectional crown in 14 years with a 25-12, 25-11, 25-6 win over the Lady Tigers, the defending state runnersup.

“She (Ritzert) found her way to be consistent,” Allford said “And she definitely came through tonight.” After two matches where they didn’t always stay focused, the Lady Cats saved the best for last in controlling the Lady Tigers.

“The emotion was high for every game that we played,” Allford said. “We had a little revenge coming into this (Memorial eliminated Mount Vernon in last year’s Sectional) and the momentum took them far.”

tin finished up. Two serves, two Memorial volleys which went out of bounds and a Sectional championship for Mount Vernon.

Following a pair of sometimes-harrowing early matches (the Lady Cats had to rally in at one set of their wins over Bosse and Gibson Southern), Allford wanted her team to play strong for a complete match and remain focused, while avoiding the kind of breakdown which allowed the competition to get back in the game.

That seemed to be what they did against Memorial.

The Lady Cats started with a strong passing attack, followed by good choices from the setter and hitters who took care of the ball.

That was how they built a 19-8 lead in the first set and polished that contest off with four points off Lauren Stemple’s serves.

The second set was a little bit tighter, although Mount Vernon was able to build a four-point advantage and stretched it to five points before Meagan Montgomery went to the line. Nine points later, the Lady Wildcats

had a 25-11 win and were one victory away from capturing the Sectional.

“They just played smart, solid volleyball,” Allford said. “That’s all I can ask for them and with Sectionals on the line and a lot to prove, everything combined they did what they were supposed to do.”

The Lady Cats raised their record to 25-6 on the year and head for Regional action in Jasper tonight (Tuesday).

Three of Ritzert’s serves fell in for aces, which gave her a share of the team lead with Wallis. The senior also ha a team-high 13 kills, while Martin turned in 32 assists and Stemple had nine digs.

Elisha Hoffman led Memorial with 12 kills, while Haley Ulrich added 13 assists and Falkenstein had eight digs. Ruth Hedrick had Memorial’s only ace.

The Lady Cats reached the championship by dispatching Bosse in Thursday’s opener and Gibson Southern in Saturday’s semifinal round.

By Dave Pearce What happens when you put a group of 27 talented classmates on a football field for three straight years? The North Posey Vikings found out the hard way on Friday night.

You get the Mater Dei Wildcats.

The Vikings were not without their opportunities and they didn’t play particularly poorly. But at the end of the night, it was the large group who had been together so long that each knew pretty much what the other was going to do. Every time the North Posey defense appeared to have quarterback Dane Maurer in an inescapable position, he would somehow find and outlet and time after time, it was that outlet that burned the Vikings.

The night did not start particularly well for the Vikings and eventually, did not end well.

The Mater Dei Wildcats took the opening kick-off and returned it to the North Posey 31 before the returner was eventually brought down. It appeared that the Wildcats were going to be able to run at will against the Vikings. However, the Viking defense stiffened up and it took seven plays for the Wildcats to get the ball into the end zone. Once Mater Dei got the ball in, Nick Neidig came in from the outside and blocked the extra point atNorth Posey’s No. 80 senior Jared Reidford helps the refereee make the call when tempt and it appeared the Vikings might have teammate Wes Harness finally got to paydirt during Friday evening’s season-ending a little momentum.

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had been running the ball on everyone and they throw the ball well, too,” North Posey Coach Carl “Joe” Gengelbach said after the game. “I thought maybe the biggest difference was that their skill people had more speed at all places. They didn’t have just one or two people who could run but they had three or four wide-outs that have good speed and can stretch the field. They did a great job of pass protection. Maurer has always been the most dangerous when he can run or has time to run. The were one or two plays where he had time to run around and their receivers do a good job of scrambling.”

But in the early going, the Viking offense was unable to move the ball but despite being on the field for most of the first half, the Viking defense did not completely cave in and the Vikings trailed 24-6 at the break.

“I thought our kids played hard and they were physical with them but they have some kids who do some things very well,” Gengelbach said. “They catch the ball well and they have some good speed in several places.”

That speed was evident several times throughout the night as the Viking line held Mater Dei to 127 yards in 32 carries. But each time the Wildcats needed a big polay, Maurer seemed to come through. He finished

By Valerie Werkmeister They say, good things come in small packages. It also comes as no surprise that the North Posey Marching Viking Band is headed for state competition this weekend. It is the ninth straight year the band has marched their way straight to the state finals under the direction of Scott Schmitt. Although the band is smaller in number this year, they are still proving they have what it takes to be a top contender.

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second overall. This past weekend, they participated in semi-state competition at Franklin Community High school in Franklin, IN. They have also received accolades for having the best drum line and the best guard in Class D. They will compete against Monrovia, Eastern/Greentown, Woodlan/Woodburn, Mater Dei, Springs Valley/French Lick, Forrest Park/Ferdinand, Lewis Cass/Walton, Bluffton and Paoli this Saturday, October 29.

They are set to perform at 10:39 a.m.

Volleyball Wildcats finally end sectional drought The Lady Wildcats had things pretty much under control in the first set, but needed some long runs at the service line to put away Memorial in the last two games.

Three points off Brittany Wallis’ serves put the Lady Wildcats in front 5-4 in the third game and a battle of attrition followed, with Mount Vernon taking an 8-5 advantage on a rally point.

That sent Ritzert to the line and that just about sewed up the Sectional, Mount Vernon’s first since the 1997 squad took the title under then-coach Darla Edwards in the inaugural year of class volleyball in Indiana.

Memorial called a time out after four points opened a 12-5 Mount Vernon gap, and then the Lady Wildcats scored another eight points before Lady Tigers’ coach Kim Bell called another time out.

Ritzert served up another two points before a net serve finally gave the ball back to Memorial.

Maddy Falkenstein’s first offering was dumped into the Memorial zone by the Lady Cats for a rally point and then Meagan Mar-

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Marching Vikings to make ninth straight trip to state finals Scott Strieter praised the band and its director.

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Bobcat teams win tourney

Front row: Libby Steinhart, Rachel Price, Megan Ghrist, Nicole Tucker, Clara Hawley, Tobi Clark, Emma Weilbrenner, Gabby Gilpin, and Paige Robinson. Second Row: LeahBliskie, Maiya Courey, Addie RobinsonJaycie Tucker, Paityn Russell, Hannah Lang Katie Carner, Kassandra Ludlow, and Maddison Russell. Third Row:Coach maziee Sauve, Lillie Blankenship, Skylar Coburn, Emily Rexing, Maci Selke, Maria Turner, Mor-

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Vikings fall to powerful Tell City

By Dave Pearce The North Posey High School volleyball Vikings ended the season much like it started. The Vikings battled a very good Heritage Hills team in the season opener only to come up short in the end.

Once the Lady Vikings settled down in this week’s sectional opener at Forest Park, the Lady Vikings battled fourth-ranked Tell City in the third game but again, came up empty after taking the Lady Marksmen to 30-28 in the final game.

“The first game we struggled finding our consistency,” North Posey Coach Gary Gentil said of his Lady Vikings. “Then we gave up too many big runs and you cannot give up big runs to a good team.”

Case in point…The Lady Marksmen scored six of the first seven points in a game that is so often decided my momentum and its swings. But after a time out, the Vikings got the serve after a Tell City service error and scored the next two points on kills by Deana Lindauer and Caitlin Herrmann.

The teams traded points with Wendi Simpson putting down a spike to pull the Lady Vikings back to within 7-5.

But again, a run of four points gave Tell City an 11-4 lead before a service error and a Simpson serve got the Vikings back to within 11-7.

The Vikings appeared to have a little life as a Tell City hitting error was followed up by a a Jo Butler kill and a Megan Redman serve winner. Another Lindauer kill followed by a Bre Brown dig off a huge spike by Tell City’s NCAA Division I junior prospect McKenzie Hayes caught the Lady Marksmen offguard and the Vikings would get as close as they would get at 16-13.

After another two points put the Lady Marksmen ahead 18-13, Gentil called the Lady Vikings’ second time out in an effort to again break the momentum but Tell City went on to build a 23-13 lead before a Herrmann block finally stemmed the tide.

The Vikings pulled back to within 24-18 before Tell City’s Coach Dalonda Hayes called a time out and gave up one more point before scoring game point at 25-19.

“They are so powerful and so well-oiled and they did so many good things,” Gentil said, acknowledging the reason why this Tell City team had won more volleyball games than any in school history, entering the tournament at 26-4.

But the three-minute interval between games did not appear to be enough as again, Tell City would jump out to a 3-1 lead before the Vikings would mount their first legitimate threat, finally taking their first lead of the night at 6-5. Another Lindauer kill gave the Vikings a 7-6 lead. But that lead would be short-lived.

“It looked like we were still shook up from the first game and we just hadn’t responded from the first game,” Gentil said.

The Lady Marksmen ran off the next six points before the Vikings could get back on the board. But the Lady Vikes never recovered, falling 25-13 in the second contest.

But in the third game, the Vikings came out and looked like a different team, the team that had beaten the likes of Tecumseh, Memorial, Castle, and Boonville during the regular season. They took an early lead on a Kendall Reidford serve and on the strength of strong hitting, team play, and some incredible digs,

The Mount Vernon junior volleyball team participates in the North Posey Volleyball League which is run by Deb Schorr.

Other teams in the league were three North Posey teams and one New Harmony team.

Mount Vernon played on Saturday morning four times, each time playing two matches, for league play. Saturday was a tournament. There were six teams in the sixth grade division and three teams in the fifth grade division. Tournament form attached.

In the fifth grade division, Mount vernon Gray defeated fifth grade North Posey in three games. North Posey then played Mount Vernon Maroon and fell in two games. The championship match was between the two Mount Vernon squads. “It was awesome,” according to coach Darla Edwards. The maroon team won the first game 25-23. Then Gray won the next two 25-22 and 15-10. Each team received medals for their placement.

In the eighth grade division, New Harmony and MV Volleycats were both mixtures of fifth and sixth grade girls so had to play up in the sixth grade division. New Harmony won in two games. The Mount Vernon Bobcats defeated the North Posey sixth B-team in two hard-fought games.

The Wildcats received a bye and played New Harmony.

The Wildcats won in three very close games. North Posey sixth A-team received the other bye and played the Bobcats. The Bobcats lost in two to North Posey 6th A-team.

The championship match was between the MV Wildcats and North Posey A-team. North Posey won the first game 25-23.

Then the Wildcats won the last two games 26-24 and 15-12.

Mount Vernon libero Lauren Stemple easily picks up this pass as teammates Megan Montgomery and Brittany Wallis watch during sectional competition. Photo by Terri Koch North Posey’s Megan Redman makes Volleycats, from Page B1 another dig as Deana Lindauer watches Mount Vernon had the upper hand for for the pass during the Vikings’ loss to Tell most of their contest against Gibson SouthCity in the Sectional. Photo by Dave Pearce ern, but had to battle in order to dispatch the the Vikings ran out to a 17-9 score and it ap- feisty Lady Titans 25-13, 25-15, 25-17. peared this match was headed to at least four “The adjusted to what they were giving games. them,” Allford said.

“The third game was just like I had seen in The Lady Cats took an early lead in the practice all week,” Gentil said of his team’s first game and never looked back, with a grittiness and determination. “We had terrific four-point run off Wallis serves basically practices Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. putting the game out of reach.

They showed what they were able to do.”

The second and third contests were a litBut like good teams do, the Lady Marks- tle trickier, especially the second set, where men fought back. When they had pulled to Mary Hann English served five points and within 17-12, Gentil called a time out to try gave the Lady Titans a 7-2 lead. and settle his team down and get them to go “We got sloppy with our touches,” Allford back to the things they were doing that had said of that stretch. “We weren’t executing helped them build the lead. the ball, we weren’t putting the ball in play After Tell City pulled to within 17-15, a well, and we were making bad decisions. It Lindaur serve followed up by a Megan Cum- was an overall breakdown at that point.” bee spike gave the Vikings the largest lead After calling a time out to settle down her they would enjoy from that point forward. troops and slow down Gibson Southern’s The final game see-sawed as a Butler spike momentum, Allford’s team regained its fotook the Viking lead to 23-20 and the Lady cus and started chipping away, mainly with Marksmen called time out. Out of the time rally points. A service error with Lauren Pufout, they scored the next two points to pull to hoff at the line gave finally tied the set at 10within 23-22 before North Posey called their 10 and a three-point run with Wallis serving final time out. A Reidford tip took the Vikings gave the Lady Cats the lead for good. to game point at 24-22 but the Vikings simply Ritzert was dishing things out when could not finish.

Mount Vernon all but closed out the Lady TiThey squandered four game points before, tans. Mount Vernon scored eight unanswered with the score tied at 28-all, Hayes stepped to tallies with Ritzert at the line, turning a 16the line for the Lady Marksmen and finished 13 advantage into a 24-13 bulge before losit off for Tell City. ing the ball out of bounds. Gibson Southern “We are going to lose eight girls and I scored a point, but a side out off two Lady have told you since day one, they work well Titans ended the set and gave Mount Vernon together and are a great group,” Gentil said. a 25-15 victory.

“When things don’t go well for one, it seems The two teams went back and forth again like they go sour for everybody. But these in the third set, with Mount Vernon breaking girls were always ready for practice. They open a close contest on a rally point and a came back after any thing we had them do four-point run off Livia Hopper’s serves. The and they always tried to lead and never fol- Lady Wildcats stretched it to 21-14, but Giblow. They are a special group and I have en- son Southern mounted a bit of a rally, scoring joyed every minute with these seniors. I have three points to make the score 21-17. been with these seniors all four years and Once again, Allford called a time out they are just a joy. and the Lady Cats came out of the break to The Lady Vikings bowed out at 13-15 force a Lady Titan volley out of bounds, getwhile Tell City was upset in the next round ting the ball back with a 22-17 lead. Martin of the tournament, leaving Mater Dei to take served out the Lady Wildcats moved on. down Forest Park in the title game.

“They got focused,” the coach said. “They took care of the ball and they started putting things together. Everything fell into place.”

Ritzert registered 15 kills for the Lady Cats, while Martin had 29 assists, Wallis five aces, Stemple 11 digs and Meagan Montgomery two blocks.

Courtney Norris had a big day for the Lady titans with 11 kills and 12 assists. Kay-

leigh Fox had 20 digs and Meagan Raley seven blocks.

The Lady Cats opened the Sectional by taking down Bosse 25-14,25-16,25-23 in a match that was closer than it looked, according to Allford.

“They (Bosse) took a lead from us and the girls stayed strong,” the coach said. “It’s tournament time and anything can happen.

I’m glad they stayed with it.”

Mount Vernon trailed 13-6 in the third set and there still down by seven points with Stemple went to the line and began chipping away, with Stemple serving four points to pull the Lady Cats to within two points before losing the ball on a block. The Lady Bulldogs scored once before giving up the ball on an out of bounds volley, but that wasn’t enough as six of Bosse’s last 10 points came on rally points that broke Mount Vernon serves.

Three points with Wallis at the line tied things up at 16-16, but a net serve out of a time out gave the ball and a 17-16 lead back to Bosse. A sharp return went off two Lady Bulldogs right back to the lady Cats with set squared 17-17. Three points off Martin’s offerings put Mount Vernon in front 20-18.

“We took it a point at a time,” Allford said of the Lady Cats’ rally. “Our goal coming into this was to take Bosse out of their offense, because every time they got to swing at us, they scored.”

Mount Vernon’s aggressiveness resulted in a lot of free balls, the coach explained, adding that if Bosse had been swinging more things would have been different, but the Lady Cats stayed focused and in control, taking each set one point at a time.

Bosse made one last stab, forging a 2323 tie before a Mount Vernon block put the Lady Cats at match point and Hopper got the point with a serve that went off a pair of Bosse players for an ace.

The last game was tight, but Allford felt the other two sets were also close, mainly due to tournament-time nerves. The points were close, regardless of the score, the coach added.

Wallis was especially effective at the line with six aces, while Ritzert turned in 14 kills, Martin 28 assists and Stemple 15 digs. Hopper added a pair of blocks.

Yvonne Hunter paced the Lady Bulldogs with nine kills, while Jennifer Swendeenburg added 12 digs and Kyhrsbnee Madison had four blocks. Jamie Gostley had two aces.

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ARENA Youth basketball sign ups Registrations are underway for boys and girls in grades second through fifth There will be a second and third grade boys league, and girls league (separate), and fourth and fifth boys and girls. Cost is $45 per participant ($15 second child). Registrations are due by Friday, Oct 28. Sign up at the Mount Vernon Parks and Rec. Department, or mail form in to P.O. Box 324. Registration forms can be downloaded at www.mountvernon.in.gov. Please call 838-3691 for more information.

Youth basketball sign ups set at North Posey Registration for North Posey Youth Club boys and girls basketball league is underway. This year’s league is for boys and girls in first through fourth grades. This year’s fee is $40 for your first child and $30 for each additional child. Please return registration forms to the appropriate high school coach by October 26th. The dates for this year’s league include Saturdays starting on October 29th and ending on December 10th.

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Coach Stroud can be contacted about questions for girls at tstroud@northposey.k12.in.us. The telephone number to reach both coaches at the high school is 673-4242.

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Semistate a learning experience for Waddell Considering the point from where she started, Toni Waddell had a very good season.

The Mount Vernon freshman finished her season Saturday by finishing 93rd in the Brown County Semistate girls’ cross country meet with a time of 21:34.2.

When one considers the fact that she just started running in the summer, that’s still something of an accomplishment.

“I think Toni had a wonderful experience,” Lady Wildcats’ coach Jackie Maier said. “For a freshman, she did fine.

Her time wasn’t great, but it wasn’t bad, either.”

The large meet atmosphere at Brown County may have overwhelmed Waddell at the start, Maier said, adding that her time was 20 seconds slower after the first mile. She was in a congested pack and was unable to break out, which may have rattled the freshman and caused her to finish with a much slower time than usual.

“It would have been difficult for (Waddell) to have made the top 15,” Maier said. “Her goal was to make it there and use the Semistate as a learning experience.”

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Wildcats unable to recover from slow start, fall 35-0

By Steve Joos The Washington Hatchets struck early Friday night.

In the first four minutes of their Class 3A Sectional football game against the Mount Vernon Wildcats, the Hatchets put two touchdowns on the board and never looked back as they routed the visiting Wildcats 35-0.

“We did not play well from the start,” coach Paul Maier said. “We did not get off the bus. We had a good third and fourth quarter, but it was out of hand by then.”

The Cats put up a strong defensive effort in the second half, but that was just about like everything else in the game, which seemed at times to include examples of everything that’s gone wrong for Mount Vernon this season.

They fumbled the ball four times. Even though Mount Vernon lost only one of those fumbles, the lost miscue came on first and goal from the Hatchets’ three-yard line. Sophomore quarterback Craig Isaac completed only 13 of 44 passes and was intercepted twice, with the last one returned 41 yards by Taylor Smith for the Hatchets’ last score of the night and their only second-half touchdown.

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The Cats made it to the Washington 33-yard line early in the second quarter, with a fourth-down pass going incomplete.

Washington took over and on the first play from scrimmage, Cody Milligan broke loose, grabbing a Jake Brashear hand-off and carrying the ball 67 yards for the Hatchets’ third score of the night.

The turnover at the Hatchets’ goal line didn’t come back to haunt Mount Vernon with points for the other side, but there was more bad news for the Cats later in the second period. In fact, it was just before halftime when Ervin hauled in a Brashear pass with 12.8 ticks left on the clock, giving Washington a 28-0 lead with the Walls kick.

That was all the scoring until Smith intercepted Isaac with 3:40 to go in the game and brought it back for a pick-six.

Ervin carried the ball 13 times for 141 yards, while Milligan hauled in two passes for 102 yards for the Hatchets, while the Cats only managed 180 yards in total offense and were held to minus 19 on the ground.

Tyler Ritzert (four catches for 69 yards) and Aaron Roberts (101 yards on four kickoff returns) were among the few bright spots for the Wildcats.

“They started playing (in the second half), Maier said.

“We didn’t get it done with our offense, we didn’t get it done with our special teams, and we didn’t get it done with our defense. It was disappointing.”

Mount Vernon closed out its season at 3-7, with a fairly

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Posey Lanes Recap League: Expressway Ford High Game High Series 1. Lou Cameron 212 1. Dorothy Rueger 543 2. Sandy Seitz 209 2. Anita Goff 535 3. Mary Phillips 204 3. Linda Strupp 528 4. Anita Goff 202 4. Sandy Seitz 524 5. Dorothy Rueger 196 5. Mary Phillips 518 League: Access Storage High Game High Series 1. Betty Uebelhack 189 1. Valerie Stratton 542 2. Valerie Stratton 188 2. Pam Hickey 520 3. Pam Hickey 184 3. Betty Uebelhack 471 4. Gaylynn Reese 179 4. Lois Gurmil 465 5. Lois Gurmil 172 5. Marcia Lange 447 League: Men’s Major High Game High Series 1. Chris Orth 268 1. Dile Wilson 680 2. Bob Henderson 247 2. Bob Henderson 678 3. John Hast 241 3. John Hast 655 4. Dile Wilson 236 4. Mark Boarman 650 5. Mark Boarman 228 5. Jim Gurber 642 League: First Bank High Game High Series 1. Judy Goodwin 202 1. Judy Goodwin 520 2. Sandy Seitz 186 2. Donna Anderson 501 3. Naomi Overton 181 3. Naomi Overton 499 4. Judy Troxell 179 4. Judy Troxell 473 5. Donna Anderson 177 5. Sandy Seitz 450 League: T.M.I Hotshots High Game High Series 1. Martha Phillips 210 1. Sandy Wilson 531 2. Dana Deckard 198 2. Barb Smith 498 3. Barb Smith 192 3. Martha Phillips 487 4. Sandy Wilson 188 4. Darleen Risher 471 5. Brenda Houchin 180 5. Dana Deckard 469 League: Men’s Commercial High Game High Series 1. Greg Brown 244 1. Greg Brown 652 2. Howard Rush Sr. 244 2. Mike Schorr 645 3. Mike Schorr 240 3. Dile Wilson 644 4. Dennis Roberts 236 4. Jason Mayfield 609 5. Dile Wilson 234 5. Jim Key 609 Jr-Sr. High Elementary 1. Matt Strupp 256 1. Ben Vanner 141 2. Tristan Boermer 134 2. Tristan Boerner134 3. Gary Griffin 201 3. Lauren Carr 113 4. Dane Wilson 191 4. Gabe Thomas 97 5. Caleb Cox 185 5. Wes Soelman 96 Bumpers 1. Luke Holder 112 2. Kyle Holder 112 3. Zarak Seidenstick 104

Lady Rappites fall in sectional opener

By Steve Joos The New Harmony volleyball team probably wasn’t expected to do well in their Class 1A Sectional contest against Tecumseh Saturday, so losing in three sets shouldn’t be a surprise.

But the Lady Rappites gave the eventual champions a contest.

New Harmony hung around in two of the sets, holding a pair of early leads while putting up a fight before going down 25-15, 2518, 25-14 at Wood Memorial.

“We played great at times,” coach Emily Prewitt said. “I think one thing we can take from this match is that we’re a great group of girls and we could have played better.”

It was an emotional match which the team wanted to win badly, Prewitt said. But controlling those emotions was at times difficult.

New Harmony had a young team this season, with just one senior on the roster and that lack of development may have gotten the better of them, especially late in the second and third sets, according to Prewitt.

“I’m not taking anything away from (Tecumseh),” the coach said. “They’re a great team, but we have just one senior on this team. We have three freshmen and what… a couple of juniors and a couple of sopho-

mores, so we’re really young. We have three upperclassmen on our entire team. With some practice and some work, we’ll go far.”

After falling behind early and dropping into a four-point hole on three Kara Snow offerings, the Lady Rappites stayed fairly close and were able to pull within four points at 19-15 before the Lady Braves scored the last six tallies of the first game for a 25-15 win.

In the second game, New Harmony picked up a rally point then got three more with Jessica Deckard-Mills at the line for a 4-2 advantage, only to have Tecumseh answer with four points of their own for a 6-4 lead.

Once again, the Lady Rappites continued to hang around until the Lady Braves were finally able to polish them off.

New Harmony scored the first two points of set number three and fell behind, but stayed close at 11-9 before Tecumseh got on another roll.

Prewitt thought her team had a lot of emotions in the period leading up to the Sectional and may not have played as well in their last regular season matches, which included a win at Agape Christian. The coach said the Lady Rappites played well against the Illinois school.

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Registration for North Posey Youth Club boys and girls basketball league is underway. This year’s league is for boys and girls in 1st through fourth grade. This year’s fee is $40 for your first child and $30 for each additional child. Please return registration forms to

the appropriate high school coach by October 26th. The dates for this year’s league include Saturdays starting on October 29 and ending on December 10.

Registration forms have been emailed to parents.

Please email any questions about boys participating

in the program to Coach Matt Wadsworth at mwadsworth@northposey.k12. in.us. Coach Tracy Stroud can be contacted about questions for girls at tstroud@ northposey.k12.in.us. The telephone number to reach both coaches at the high school is 673-4242.

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Viking football, from Page B1 as the leading rusher for his team, running 10 times for a total of 44 yards. Mater Dei’s speedy back Cody Hess was limited to only 27 yards on 11 carries by the Viking defense.

While the Vikings were unable to move the ball on their first possession, it was one of those Maurer passes with too much time that resulted in the second Mater Dei touchdown.

With the Wildcats facing third and 13 on their own 46, Hunter Owen got behind the Viking defense and caught a well-thrown ball behind North Posey’s Alex Goebel and ran it into the end zone. The two-point conversion was successful and the Wildcats led 14-0 at the quarter break.

“These kids have all started for three years and every one of them have been on the field for the past three years,” Gengelbach said regarding Mater Dei. “They know each other and they know what they want to do. I thought our kids played extremely well defensively but we had chances to move the ball and we just didn’t get it done. That really hurt us because we needed to try and keep the ball out of their hands.”

But the Vikings were unable to keep the ball away from Mater Dei. The defense came up big early in the second quarter as Viking quarterback Colton Motz was intercepted with less than a minute to play in the first quarter at the North Posey 37 and the Viking defense held, keeping Mater Dei off the scoreboard by stopping their attack. Travis Reese came up with a big sack on second down. Eventually, the Wildcats were forced to try a field goal and the Viking defense pressured the kicker and the kick went left and below the goal posts.

But when the Vikings took over at the 20, the Vikings appeared to be moving the ball well when, facing third and four, receiver Jared Reidford went down on a hit before the ball ever reached him and no call was made, setting up what would be a short punt and the Wildcats took little time taking advantage of the no call.

On first down, the Wildcats got loose for a long run down to the North Posey six. Again, the defense played hard as Kurt Seibert stopped the Mater Dei offense for a six-yard loss on first down. But the Wildcats had too many weapons and

momentum. On third-and-goal from the six, Maurer hit Ian Horstman for a six-yard touchdown pass. The extra point left the Vikings facing a 21-0 deficit with 7:43 remaining in the first half.

After the next North Posey drive stalled on three plays, Mater Dei again came up with a big play after the defense had played well. Facing second-and-22, Mater Dei again got loose for a long run and Neidig made a touchdown-saving tackle and the Wildcats had to settle for a 27-yard field goal leaving the Vikings facing a 24-0 deficit with less than five minutes to go in the first half.

But the final four minutes of the first half resembled a twominute drill in the NFL as Motz found a variety of targets and got to near midfield. Facing fourth-and-one, reliable Wes Harness got the ball and gained three yards to keep the drive alive. With Colton Martin and Neidig doing the damage in the air and Harness and Martin keeping the Wildcats honest, Harness ran the ball in from five yards out to finally get the Vikings on the board at the 2:45 mark. The 2-point conversion failed.

The Viking defense forced an interception on the ensuing Mater Dei drive as Goebel came up with the interception. Unfortunately, the Vikings had only 27.3 seconds with which to work and a 42-yard field goal attempt with three seconds remaining in the half was blocked.

The second half was a lot like the first as Mater Dei scored on a short field after the Vikings faked a punt on fourth and one and kicker Nick Neidig’s pass to Tyler Atkins fell incomplete and the Wildcats took over at mid-field. Maurer hooked up with Isaac Tekoppel for two big plays on the drivfe, the last one a 27-yard touchdown pass and Mater Dei led 31-8.

The Viking defense then allowed Alex Springer to get behind the defense and he completed a 57-yard touchdown pass to make the score 38-6.

The Vikings offense finally showed a little life early in the fourth quarter when Motz and Neidig hooked up, the final one a 9-yard scoring pass with 11:28 remaining. But with the score 38-12, the Viking defense had been on the field long

enough and yielded the final score for Mater Dei with 2:45 remaining on a two-yard run by Alex Schneider.

The Vikings got on the board with 13 seconds remaining when Harness scored on a two-yard run and was the recipient of a two-yard pass to complete the two-point conversion.

“I told the kids that there are going to be some football teams playing next week that may not be as deserving as our team,” Gengelbach said, regarding the draw. “But I think our team gave it all they had on both sides of the ball. But Mater Dei is a good solid football team. But there were two good football teams on the field tonight. But they made some plays when we were not able. Going into this thing, you know someone is going to win and someone is going to lose.”

Injured seniors Jourdan Cox and Jared Reidford saw limited action for the Vikings. Harness finished with 105 yards on 23 carries and Motz completed 20-of-36 passes for 201 yards.

Neidig caught six passes for 82 yards while Jacob Bender caught five for 61. Reidford and Martin caught four each for 31 and 21 yards, respectively while Harness caught one for six yards. The Vikings finished with 323 total yards to 425 for the Wildcats.

Senior Derek Voegel had perhaps his best game of the season finishing with four solo tackles and five assists while Neidig had seven solo tackles and Travis Reese had five solos and three assists. Harness and Jamon Tapp finished with four solos while Martin, Bender, and Mitchell Kuhn, had three solos apiece. Cox, Reidford, and Kurt Seibert each had a pair of tackles while Alec Werry, Cody Voelker, Chris O’Risky, Bryce Koester, and Tyler Atkins all were credited with at least one solo tackle.

The Vikings bow out at 8-2 while the 9-1 Wildcats will host hapless Sullivan next week. South Spencer defeated a Brenaker-less Forest Park 14-0 while Southridge ran over Tell City in the other first round game.

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LEGALS Court News Arrests October 14 Christopher Bradshaw— Evansville—Habitual Traffic Violator—PCS Omobea Miller—Mount Vernon—Warrant, Battery Resulting in Bodily Injury— MVPD October 17 Chris Trafford—Mount Vernon—Burglary, Manufacturing Methamphetamine—PCS Michael Batteese— Mount Vernon—Public Intoxication—MVPD October 20 Stephen Brakie—Mount Vernon—Operating Without Receiving a License—PCS Arnold Wyatt—Mount Vernon—Possession of Precursors, Neglect of a Dependent, Visiting a Common Nuisance—PCS Kathy Wyatt—Mount Vernon—Possession of Methamphetamine, Neglect of a Dependent, Visiting a Common Nuisance--PCS Complaints October 8 8:45 a.m.—Accident—2008 white Ford Focus and red pickup truck.

Truck ran caller off roadway and does have some damage to the car—I 64, Poseyville 12:48 p.m.—Doing some layoffs. They heard an employee state that if he gets laid off, he is going to bring a gun to work. Requesting a deputy or someone on site

Monday morning—Westech Fencing, Mount Vernon 1:21 p.m.—Information—16 year-old parents will not give her medicine.

They are also mentally abusive to the juvenile—Tile Factory Rd, Mount Vernon 2:57 p.m.—Road Hazard—Caller advised several boards with nails laying in the highway—Hwy 69, Mount Vernon 3:56 p.m.—Restraining Violation—Advised she has a restraining order against male subject. Advised a female subject was driving his van and just drove past her residence then turned around in the apartment complex across from the caller then left. Caller is wanting to talk to an officer—Frederick St, New Harmony 4:35 p.m.—Breaking and Entering—Advised she just got home and someone has broken in sometime over night. Things missing.

Requesting an officer— Schuessler Rd, Evansville 6:09 p.m.—Reckless— Refrigeration truck weaving all over the roadway—I 64, 18 mm 6:59 p.m.—Reckless— Caller advised a convoy of 6 vehicles, 3 trucks, pulling 3 other trucks with no plates, traveling at low rates of speed and cutting people off—I 64, 21 mm 7:05 p.m.—Information— Caller advised subjects are parked in front of the subdivision handing possible drugs off. Caller requests to

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have someone drive through the area—Harbor Town, Mount Vernon 7:31 p.m.—Noise—Caller advised someone in the area is playing loud music that is shaking her walls— Cougar Drive, Evansville 10:12 p.m.—Extra Patrol—Caller advised they have had people trying to break into sheds in the area.

Requesting extra patrol— Lang Road, Poseyville 11:03 p.m.—Traffic Stop—Shell Station, Mount Vernon October 9 2:01 a.m.—Theft—Maroon Ford Explorer headed to Evansville from Midway Drive. Male subjects came in and took a 30 pack of beer and whiskey and they want it back. Left approximately 10 minutes ago. Caller believes they would take 165 to Hwy 66 but she isn’t sure—Midway Dr, Poseyville 4 a.m.—Suspicious—Saw someone run off the porch and then a Suburban drove off away from Main St. No description of vehicle or person. Advised they didn’t try to get into the house. She just saw someone run away after hearing a noise on her porch—S Locust, Poseyville 5:16 a.m.—Deliver Message—Officer needs to go to (residence) to notify that her husband has been in an accident—Andrews Road, Griffin 9:12 a.m.—Accident— Red Pontiac looks like it has hit a mailbox and did some property damage. No one is in the vehicle—Caborn Road S, Mount Vernon 4:24 p.m.—Suspicious— Caller advised he has found a burned out truck. Request an officer reference checking vehicle for stolen. Tow company called in, advised their vehicle got stuck trying to get the vehicle. It will have to be at a later date. They have to find a large farm tractor or backhoe to get the

vehicle out. They will get it as soon as they can—Near Big Creek Bridge, Mount Vernon 10:20 p.m.—Extra Patrol—Advised can see a flashlight in the area to the east of home. No officer needed. Request extra patrol in area—North St, New Harmony 10:36 p.m.—911 Hangup—Received three 911 hang-ups. On call back line was busy, next call went to a fax number—Hwy 69, Mount Vernon 10:37 p.m.—Alarm— Cash and front door motion—Busler’s, Evansville October 10 1:06 a.m.—Shots Fired— Caller advised she has heard several gun shots in the area. Also advised she can see a vehicle sitting on Upper Poseyville Road with its lights on—Black Chapel Road, Poseyville 2:02 p.m.—Suspicious— Third party call via text message. The motion lights have come on and someone is trying the door handle. She advised of the name and he couldn’t call because he was afraid someone would hear him—Ford Lane, Mount Vernon 3:46 a.m.—Theft—Busted a window on his Blazer and took his crossbow.

Caller called back and said subject also got into his boat and took 6 fishing rods out of it—Hidden Valley Lane, Mount Vernon 8:53 a.m.—Vandalism— Trailer has been vandalized sometime this week. Someone has punched it while they were away from the house. There is a large dent on the side of the trailer— Schuessler Road, Mount Vernon 1:11 p.m.—Information—Wants to know if an officer can come get her son to take or encourage him to go to therapy. Mother is very concerned. Called back and

advised she does not want an officer. She spoke with her son and he told her he would straighten up. She advised she would call back in a few days if he doesn’t straighten up—Lower Mount Vernon Rd, Mount Vernon 3:17 p.m.—Accident—In the middle of intersection, 2 vehicles, head-on collision, unsure of injuries—St. Phillips Road, Evansville 5:21 p.m.—Extra Patrol— Advised a lot of drug activity going in and out at night, request extra patrol—Twin Lakes Mobile Home Park, Evansville 5:30 p.m.—Alarm—Exit door—North Elementary, Poseyville 6:52 p.m.—Information—Caller advised vehicle parked on the side of 65 for a couple of hours. Caller followed him around Cynthiana until he lost them. It’s a Ford Bronco, late 80’s or early 90’s model, maroon in color with pin-striping. Caller believes this vehicle has something to do with break-ins in the area of Cynthiana and Poseyville—Cynthiana 7:40 p.m.—Accident— One vehicle and farm tractor—66/Schneider Lane, city not listed 10:42 p.m.—Shots Fired—Believes someone just shot a gun at his house.

Advised heard a loud pop that sounded like a gun.

Advised has had problems in the past—Old Blairsville Rd, Wadesville 11:22 p.m.—Suspicious— Caller advised strong smell of ether—Stewartsville October 11 8:56 a.m.—911 Hangup—Have tried to call back numerous times, has been busy—Kemmerling Road, Griffin 1:23 p.m.—Extra Patrol— Back window of the house has been broken. Someone did make entry into the house and have taken a few articles. Caller does not want

an officer, just wants this on file for extra patrol—Mackey Ferry Rd, Mount Vernon 3:55 p.m.—Theft—Advised there was vandalism done to an oil pump. Copper was taken. Stole the meter from Vectren that was out there. Caller advised he doesn’t need to speak to an officer. Advised there are still some fresh tracks— Base and Lower New Harmony Rd, Mount Vernon 4:40 p.m.—VIN Inspection—4-wheeler—Posey County Jail, Mount Vernon 8:55 p.m.—Suspicious— Advised female subject is screaming at her residence as far as caller can tell. Not sure what is going on—Stewartsville Road, Stewartsville 11:36 p.m.—Noise— Caller advised male subject is playing his music very loud. He turns it up, down and back up. Caller advised the radio is outside.

She has asked him to turn it down several times. Caller believes he may be intoxicated—Church Street, Cynthiana October 12 12:13 p.m.—Suspicious—White vehicle in driveway. Car went past several times and then pulled in the residence and subject went inside residence. First went and looked in residence—SR 65, Cynthiana 8:07 p.m.—Accident— Small pickup truck, appears to have been wrecked. No hazard lights or anything.

Is completely blocking the passing lane. Appears to have hit the guardrail. Does not see anyone around or in the vehicle—I 64, Griffin 9:46 p.m.—911 Hangup—Busy on call back— Jackson Rd, Mount Vernon 11:25—Threatening— Caller advised she works for CPS in Vanderburgh County.

Caller advised an irate parent has called her making threats to come to her home— Wadesville

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2011-143 ORDINANCE NO. 10181101 AN ORDINANCE CONCERNING MOTOR VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC Be it ordained and enacted by the Board of Commissioners of Posey County, State of Indiana, that pursuant to Ordinance No. 1981-5-4, the Ordinance Concerning Motor Vehicles and Traffic, and as Amended by Ordinance No. 20080102083, the Posey County Board of Commissioners requires a modification for the requirements of travel at the intersection of Aubrey Lane and Briar Ridge Lane in Center Township, Posey County, Indiana.

1.

2.

Motor vehicles, and all other means of travel, traveling south on Aubrey Lane shall be required to stop at the intersection of Aubrey Lane and Briar Ridge Lane.

Violation ofthis Ordinance shall be punishable by a fine of not less than One Dollar ($1.00) and no more than One Hundred Dollars ($100.00).

3.

All Ordinances or parts of Ordinances in conflict herewith are specifically repealed.

4.

This Ordinance shall take effect upon passage, publication according to law and after posting of signs indicating the requirements for travel as set by Ordinance.

2011-136

2011-138 LEGAL NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION

Notice to Taxpayers of Proposed Additional Appropriations

The voters of the Town of Cynthiana, Posey County are notified by the Town Election Board in accordance with Indiana Code 3-10-2-2 that a general election will be held in the county on November 8, 2011, with the polls open for voting from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m., prevailing local time.

Notice is hereby given the taxpayers of Black Township, Posey County, Indiana, that the proper legal officers will consider the following additional appropriations in excess of the budget for the current year at their regular meeting place at 5773 Industrial Rd, at 6 o’clock p.m. on the 1st day of November, 2011.

Fund Name: Township Assist Amount Major Budget Classification: 10000 Personal Services $ 0 20000 Supplies $ 1500.00 30000 Other Services & Charges $ 0 40000 Capital Outlays $ 0

In accordance with the list of candidates and the public questions certified to me by the Indiana election division or this county’s election board, and the certificates of candidate selection filed in the office of the circuit court clerk of this county, candidates for the following offices will be on the general election ballot: Clerk-Treasurer 3 Town Board Members

TOTAL for Assist. Fund:

Dated this 5th day of October, 2011

$ 1500.00

Taxpayers appearing at the meeting shall have a right to be heard. The additional appropriation as finally made will be referred to the Department of Local Government Financing. The Department will make a written determination as to the sufficiency of funds to support the appropriation within (15) days of receipt of a Certified Copy of the action taken.

Greta Mounts Town Clerk Published in the Posey County News on October 18 & 25, 2011

Dated 10/17/2011

Lindsay Suits (Fiscal Officer) Published in the Posey County News on October 25, 2011.

2011-139 Notice to Taxpayers of Proposed Additional Appropriations

Passed and adopted by the Commissioners of Posey County, State of Indiana on this 18th day of October, 2011.

Posey County Board of Commissioners James L. Alsop James L. Alsop, Commissioner

W. Scott Moye W. Scott Moye, Commissioner

John Sherretz John Sherretz, Commissioner

ATTEST:

2011-142 Notice is hereby given the taxpayers of Black Township, Posey County, Indiana, that the proper legal officers will consider the following additional appropriations in excess of the budget for the current year at their regular meeting place at 5773 Industrial Rd, at 6 o’clock p.m. on the 1st day of November, 2011.

Fund Name: Township Amount Major Budget Classification: 10000 Personal Services $ 0 20000 Supplies $ 3000.00 30000 Other Services & Charges $ 500.00 40000 Capital Outlays $ 0 TOTAL for Township Fund:

Posey County Auditor Nicholas Wildeman, Auditor Published in the Posey County News October 25 & November 1, 2011

2011-137 LEGAL NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION The voters of the City of Mount Vernon , precincts 5 through 13 in Posey County are notified by the county election board in accordance with Indiana Code 3-10-2-2 that a general election will be held in the county on November 8, 2011, with the polls open for voting from 6:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. local time.

In accordance with the list of candidates certified by this county’s election board, and the certificates of candidate selection filed in the office of the circuit court clerk of this county. Candidates for the following offices will be on the general election ballot: Mayor - Paul D. Watzlavik - Republican John Tucker - Democrat City Council at Large - John Gerton - Republican Becky Higgins - Democrat City Council District 1 - Ron Salee - Republican Sue Shelton - Democrat City Council District 3 - Andy Hoehn - Republican Ed Adams - Democrat Dated this 7th day of October, 2011 Betty B. Postletheweight Circuit Court Clerk Published in the Posey County News on October 18 & 25, 2011

Notice is hereby given the taxpayers of Posey County that the proper legal officers of The Posey County Council will meet at 330 Walnut St., Mt. Vernon, Indiana on November 7, 2011 at 9:00 a.m. to consider the following additional appropriation in excess of the budget for the current year.

Name of Fund County General Motor Vehicle Highway Misdemeanant

Purpose Intended Circuit Court/Pauper Attorney Fees Maint. & Repairs/Contractual Svcs.

Supplies

Amount $ 12,000 $250,000 $ 3,000

$ 3500.00

Taxpayers appearing at the meeting shall have a right to be heard. The additional appropriation as finally made will be referred to the Department of Local Government Financing. The Department will make a written determination as to the sufficiency of funds to support the appropriation within (15) days of receipt of a Certified Copy of the action taken.

Dated 10/18/2011

Notice to Taxpayers of Proposed Additional Appropriations

Lindsay Suits (Fiscal Officer) Published in the Posey County News on October 25, 2011.

Taxpayers appearing at the meeting shall have a right to be heard. The additional appropriation as finally approved will be referred to the Department of Local Government Financing. The Department will make a written determination as to the sufficiency of funds to support the appropriation within (15) days of receipt of a certified copy of the action taken at the above meeting.

Nicholas J. Wildeman Posey County Auditor Published in the Posey County News on October 25, 2011.

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By Valerie Werkmeister A surprising move on behalf of the Poseyville Town Council has led to the creation of its very first port authority. During their regular meeting last Wednesday, October 12, attorney Bill Bender read a new ordinance 2011-10-12-02 that established a port authority in regards to the now abandoned railroad. Bender explained the move was necessary to help keep the abandoned property from being sold to private entities. The port authority is being established jointly with Gibson County. A board of directors comprised of three appointed members from Poseyville, two appointed members from Gibson County and one appointed member from Owensville will provide leadership over the port authority.

The railroad is owned by Indiana Southwestern Railway Company (ISW) and extends from Poseyville to Evansville and also from Poseyville to Cynthiana and points beyond into Gibson County. In November 2010, the town council received notice that ISW had filed a petition with the federal government to abandon the rail lines. Their intent is to salvage the track and rail ties and dispose of the right-of-way.

“It’s very critical that we have control of the railroad right-of-way,” Bruce Baker said.

The town has various roads, utility and water lines near the right-of-ways and would need access to these.

The railroad has been in existence since the 1880s and was once a thriving and important part of Poseyville’s history. The town’s official seal has a train and the railroad depicted in it.

The loss of the railroad may seem of little importance today since most people do not see many trains traveling the line. Yet, once the rails are gone it will make the job of attracting new economic development to this area even more difficult. The prospect of a future revival of the existing railroad has vanished. In fact, some rails and ties have already been taken up. However, establishing a port authority will help any future rail infrastructure that may come into play.

In other business, council members gave their blessing to the establishment of a neighborhood watch program as long as local law enforcement provides the structure to the organization. Town marshal Doug Saltzman showed council members four newly created Neighborhood Watch Program signs that will soon be in-

stalled near town entrances. Council members also issued a note of thanks to police officers and Sheriff Greg Oeth for participating in walking patrols in town after midnight.

The fire department reported that the chassis of the new rescue truck has been ordered.

Council members approved $494 in additional changes that have been made to the plans of the truck. They noted that fire department members have taken extra care in trying to keep change costs minimal and opted for more economical features when possible.

A recent donation drive has netted approximately $6,500 for the department. They were very pleased with the success and generosity from the community.

The council approved a new ordinance 201110-12-01 that established salaries for the election board as follows: the election board chairman and board member will be paid $7.25 per hour from the general fund. It also called for one inspector, two judges, and two clerks each who will be paid $114 plus $10 for a meeting if one is called. Two absentee voters of the election board will be paid $7.25 per hour plus mileage and three meals will be provided on

Election Day. Council also passed a resolution establishing absentee voting on Wednesday, October 26, from 2 – 4 p.m.; Saturday, October 29, from 10 a.m. to noon; Thursday, November 3 between 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday, November 5, from 10 a.m. to noon.

Bender gave a final report on the dismissal of a court case involving David and Deborah Crowe. The town has been embroiled with the Crowe’s since 2008 when legal action began in an effort to try to get the Crowe’s to clean up their property on South Sharp Street. The Crowe’s filed a countersuit and the case went to mediation following long lapses of inactivity. Finally, the property was recently sold and Bender was contacted in order to try to gain clear title. Bender stated that although the Crowe’s maintained no legal bargaining position, the Crowe’s still issued a demand for nearly $6,500 in legal fees to be paid by the town.

Bender told them the town would not agree to that request and the Crowe’s finally agreed to drop their lawsuit so that the title could be cleared. Board members agreed this was a longawaited positive outcome.

9:22 p.m.—Drugs—Posey County 1:11 p.m.—Reckless—White vehicle all over the roadway—Hwy 66, New Harmony 2:03 p.m.—2:03 p.m.—Accident—Combine has hit a telephone pole. Pole is snapped, laying almost on the combine—Davis Road, Mount Vernon 2:42 p.m.—Utility Problem—1/10 mile north of Marx Road in Vanderburgh County, line hanging in roadway, it caller’s windshield on her vehicle. Advised it was on County Line Road. Not sure if this is a Vanderburgh County or Posey County. Advised does not believe this is an electrical wire, possibly phone or cable, skinny wire, part is hanging down from pole—County Line Road 3:23 p.m.—Suspicious—Caller advised she had donated bedroom suite to Good Will awhile back. Advised she received a call from what she assumed was a female police officer stating she had some paperwork that as left in the bedroom suite unintentionally.

Keeps getting phone calls and no one is saying anything. Thinks this is suspicious. Caller is requesting to speak to an officer about this—Boberg Road, Evansville 6:21 p.m.—Agency Assist—Check residence—Mount Vernon 6:40 p.m.—Harassment—Advised 17-year-old daughter is being harassed and threatened by some girls that were in the neighborhood. Request an officer come to the residence to speak with them—S. Locust, Poseyville 6:54 p.m.—Car-Deer—Airbags deployed, does not think she needs medical attention.

Advised she is in the right hand lane. Caller is with Marrs fire. He advised he is behind her with lights on . Still in the roadway and people are passing pretty quickly—Hwy 62, Mount Vernon 7 p.m.—Restraining Violation—Caller advised she has been having issues with male subject. Advised she has filed a restraining order against him and he has called a total of three times today. Requesting to speak to an officer—Haines Road, Wadesville 7:49 p.m.—Reckless—Advised she can hear a loud vehicle, possibly a truck, driving high rate of speed and peeling out. Has been by her residence several times—Copperline Road, Evansville 9:32 p.m.—Suspicious—Caller advised he saw two adult males walking down the railroad tracks behind property. Advised he took his dog for a walk and watched them and then they were behind neighbors property headed eastbound down the railroad tracks. Went into the old Cynthiana apartments—Whiting Street, Cynthiana 10:00 p.m.—Information—Caller advised the male subject has texted her husband’s cell phone at 8:27 from a different phone number stating “(name), please call me, I need to know if you’re all right. I will stay out of your life”. Did not identify himself.

Does not need to speak to an officer, just wants to continue to report this—Haines Road, Wadesville October 15 2:05 a.m.—Loud Music—Loud music coming from southeast of her residence.

Very loud and thumping. Caller thinks other neighbors have called in. By the time the deputies get there, the music is turned down.

Could possibly have a scanner—Middle Mt. Vernon Rd, Mount Vernon 6:56 a.m.—Suspicious—Still having trouble with people messing with their tanks.

Wants to know if they can set up patrol or have cameras or something to catch these people—Farm Bureau Co-Op, Poseyville

9:25 a.m.—VIN Inspection—Van—Dispatch Center, Mount Vernon 11:50 a.m.—Information—Would like a deer tag from deer getting hit earlier. He is not the one that hit it—Hwy 66, Evansville 1:38 p.m.—Vandalism—Suspicious bottle of liquid in her mailbox. Has not blown up yet. Thought officer might want to look at it or make contact with her—Church Street, Cynthiana 10:43 p.m.—Reckless—Advised tan colored Chevy truck all over the roadway— Hwy 66, Wadesville 10:48 p.m.—Suspicious—Advised about 20 minutes ago she heard a noise and someone knock on her front door. Her dog went to the front door. She looked outside and someone had put a carpet cleaner in the middle of her front porch—Skunk Run Road, Mount Vernon 11:13 p.m.—Suspicious—Caller advised subject was riding a bicycle in the area. Advised last saw subject walking up around the Ford office—Bluff Road, Mount Vernon 11:15 p.m.—Noise—Caller advised neighbor has loud music going in the area— West Street, Stewartsville 11:19 p.m.—Accident—Caller advised he was driving home from a wedding, swerved to miss a deer and wrecked—Hwy 69, Mount Vernon Circuit Court Felony/Misdemeanor Martin Arrieta, 41, New Harmony. Domestic Battery, Class A Misdemeanor. Dismissed.

Kyle Billings, 19, Mount Vernon. Receiving Stolen Property, Class D Felony. Dismissed.

Stephen Brakie, 18, Mount Vernon. Theft, Class D Felony. a.m.ended to Receiving Stolen Property, Class D Felony. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, 18 months probation and fees, counseling. 18 months Indiana Department of Corrections, suspended.

Steven Brown, 28, New Harmony. Ct. 1Attempted Residential Entry, Class D Felony; Ct. 2- Domestic Battery, Class A Misdemeanor. Dismissed.

Cory Cardin, 26, Mount Vernon. Failure to Register as a Sex or Violent Offender, Class D Felony. Six months Indiana Department of Corrections.

Jerry Clevenger, Jr., 47, Evansville. Ct. 1Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Endangering a Person, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 2- Operating a Vehicle With an Alcohol Concentration Equivalent of .15% or More, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated, Class D Felony. Ct. 2 is dismissed. $1 plus costs, $200.0 countermeasure fee, driver’s license suspended 1 year, 17 months and 20 days probation and fees. 18 months Indiana Department of Corrections, all suspended except 10 days.

Jacob Collier, 26, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1Resisting Law Enforcement, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 2- Possession of Marijuana, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 3- Disorderly Conduct, Class B Misdemeanor; Ct. 4- Public Intoxication, Class B Misdemeanor. $1 plus costs. $200 countermeasure fee, 12 months probation and fees, 32 hours public service. Ct. 1- 12 months Posey County Jail; Ct. 2- 12 months Posey County Jail; Ct. 3- 6 months Posey County Jail; Ct. 4- 6 months Posey County Jail, all suspended except 10 days.

Brian Dillard, 24, Poseyville. Failure to Register as a Sex or Violent Offender, Class D Felony. One year Indiana Department of Corrections. Register as a sex offender and comply with the terms of the Sex Offender Registry.

William Emmons, 48, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Possession of Methamphetamine, Class D Felony; Ct. 2- Possession of Paraphernalia,

Class A Misdemeanor. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, 18 months probation and fees. Ct. 1- 18 months Indiana Department of Corrections; Ct. 2- 12 months Indiana Department of Corrections, all suspended.

Holly McClellan Fuhrman, 33, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Forgery, Class C Felony; Ct. 2- Fraud, Class D Felony; Ct. 3- Fraud, Class D Felony. Ct. 2 and 3 are dismissed. $1 plus costs, restitution in the a.m.ount of $21,000.

Four years Indiana Department of Corrections.

Jason Galloway, 34, Evansville. Ct. 1Residential Entry, Class D Felony; Ct. 2Public Intoxication, Class B Misdemeanor.

Ct. 1 is dismissed. $1 plus costs, 12 months probation and fees. Twelve months Posey County Jail, suspended.

Jessica Johns, 24, Evansville. Possession of Paraphernalia, Class A Misdemeanor. $1 plus costs, 6 months probation and fees, counseling. Six months Posey County Jail, suspended.

Timothy Kester, 31, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1- Possession of Marijuana, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 2- Possession of Marijuana, Class D Felony. $1 plus costs, $200 countermeasure fee, 18 months probation and fees.

18 months Indiana Department of Corrections, suspended.

Michael Krack, 33, Wadesville. Ct. 1- Neglect of a Dependent, Class D Felony; Ct. 2- Criminal Mischief, Class A Misdemeanor. $1 plus costs. 18 months Indiana Department of Corrections, suspended to Posey County Community Corrections Program.

Wanda Seabeck-Osborne, 39, Mount Vernon. Theft, Class D Felony. a.m.ended to Conversion, Class A Misdemeanor. $1.00 plus costs, restitution to Paul Gross in the a.m.ount of $231.25, 12 months probation and fees, no contact with Paul and Sarah Gross. Twelve months Posey County Jail, suspended.

Alexander Priest, 24, Evansville. Ct. 1- Possession of Marijuana, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 2- Possession of Marijuana, Class D Felony. $1.00 plus cost, $200.00 countermeasure fee, 2 years probation and fees. 2 years Indiana Department of Corrections, suspended.

Kevin Ricketts, 28, Mount Vernon. Child Solicitation, Class D Felony. $1.00 plus costs, $250. Sexual Assault Victim’s Assistance fee, register as a sex offender, 2 years probation and fees. Two years Indiana Department of Corrections, suspended.

Cody Schmitt, 19, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1Burglary, Class C Felony; Ct. 2- Theft, Class D Felony. $1 plus costs, restitution to Lonnie Eagleson in the amount of $12,000, 24 months probation and fees. 36 months Indiana Department of Corrections, all suspended except 12 months.

Cody Schmitt, 19, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1Resisting Law Enforcement, Class A Misdemeanor; Ct. 2- Criminal Mischief, Class B Misdemeanor. Fees are waived, restitution to Brian Jeffries in the amount of $50.00. Ct. – 50 days Posey County Jail; Ct. 2- 50 days Posey County Jail.

Scott Smith, 22, Evansville. Ct. 1- Burglary, Class B Felony; Ct. 2- Theft, Class D Felony. Dismissed.

Thomas Benjamin Smith, 39, Mount Vernon. Operating a Vehicle as an Habitual Traffic Violator, Class D Felony. Fees are waived. 1 ½ years Indiana Department of Corrections.

Cathy Willis, 50, Mount Vernon. Ct. 1Possession of Methamphetamine, Class D Felony; Ct. 2- Unlawful Possession or Use of a Legend Drug, Class D Felony. Fees are waived. 1 year Indiana Department of Corrections, suspended to Posey County Community Corrections Program.

Court News Continued October 13 6:50 a.m.—Alarm—Exit door—North Elementary, Poseyville 8:17 a.m.—Theft—Gator and lawn mower stolen from the lot. Not sure when it was stolen—Frontage Road, Poseyville 8:35 a.m.—Reckless—Advised white passenger car going eastbound in westbound lane. Advised elderly male—I 64, Griffin 10:23 a.m.—Accident—Box truck, white, carrying tires, blocking the road. No one around the truck—Bonebank Rd, Mount Vernon 11:18 a.m.—VIN Inspection—Truck— Givens Rd, Mount Vernon 11:19 a.m.—VIN Inspection—Modular home—S St. Phillips Rd, Evansville 12:23 p.m.—Breaking and Entering—Advised male subjects are outside her home stealing stuff. Advised they have also been inside the home stealing stuff. Advised subjects are hiding under tarps by her porch— St. Phillips Road, Evansville 2:14 p.m.—Welfare Check—Advised girlfriend’s children have been staying with caller. Advised grandmother came and pulled children out of school today and took children home to her residence without letting male subject know. Advised mother of children is in Vanderburgh County Jail— Rexing Rd, City not listed.

2:15 p.m.—Information—Caller is at the Sheriff’s department at this time wanting to speak with a deputy. Received an email from someone wanting her to send money.

The email sender was showing her mother.

She knows it was not her mother who sent it. Thinks it is a scam, wants to talk to an officer—Jackson Rd, Mount Vernon 2:37 p.m.—Suspicious—Advised dark headed white female laying on the ground.

Advised wearing dirty blue jeans, black jacket—Copperline Rd, Mount Vernon 3:17 p.m.—Reckless—Green Chevy Tahoe. Illinois plates, flashers on. Woman hanging out passenger window, waving her arms, acting crazy. Unsure what the problem is—Hwy 62, Mount Vernon 3:34 p.m.—Information—Caller has questions about how to get a restraining order. Just needs general information—Scenic Lake Dr, Mount Vernon 3:40 p.m.—Suspicious—Caller advised he is a security guard. He noticed a black male, black shirt, gray pants, carrying some type of satchel, walking down the street and is knocking on doors in the area—Third Street, Mount Vernon 4:34 p.m.—Alarm—Residence, entry door from garage—Buchanan Rd, Mount Vernon 6:48 p.m.—Car-Deer—Over $1,000 of damage. Believes deer is deceased. Vehicle off to the shoulder—Hwy 69, Mount Vernon 9:22 p.m.—Drugs—Posey County 9:50 p.m.—Noise—Caller advised male subject is playing his radio very loudly. Caller advised doesn’t know the exact address.

Caller asked him to turn it down and he calls her nasty names. Caller requests a call on what she can do about it—Church Street, Cynthiana 10:29 p.m.—Suspicious—Advised daughter came home and saw the garage outside lights and inside lights are on. Advised they should not be on. Daughter will be sitting at the fire station parking lot in a white Eclipse.

Garage should be locked—Wolfinger Road, Mount Vernon October 14 5:25 a.m.—Medical—Blackford Road, Mount Vernon 2011-140 LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that application has been made for the rezoning of certain real estate lying in Robb Township Posey County, Indiana, to make changes in the Zoning Map and Zoning Ordinance of Posey County, Indiana, pursuant to Poseyville Zoning Ordianance 77-2, for the following described real estate: Rezoning: DOCKET NO: APPLICANT: OWNER: PREMISES:

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11-04-RE-APC Amy Stephens Mark & Amy Stephens Lots 15, 16 and 17 in Sunrise Addition to the Town of Poseyville, Indiana. Except: Being Lot 15 and Part Lot 16, Sunrise Addition to the Town of Poseyville, Indiana, and described as follows: Beginning at the NE corner of Lot 15, Sunrise Addition, to the Town of Poseyville, Indiana, thence N 89 degrees 48’ W, along and upon the North line of said Lot 15, 137.71 feet to the NW corner of said Lot; thence S 0 degrees 36’30” W along and upon the West line of said Lot 15, 40 feet to the SW corner of said Lot 15; thence S 0 degrees 36’ 30” W, along and upon the West line of Lot 16, 22.04 feet to an iron pipe thence S 89 degrees 48’ E, 136.75 feet to an iron pipe; thence N 0 degrees 36’ 30” E, along and upon the East line of said Lot 16, 22.04 feet to the SE corner of Lot 15; thence N 0 degrees 37’ 30” E, along and upon the East line of said Lot 15, 40 feet to the place of beginning. More commonly known as 55B North Cale, Poseyville, IN, Posey County, Indiana. (Complete Legal description is on file at the Posey County Area Plan Commission Office).

Petition to rezone property from an R-1 District to B-1 District under Poseyville Zoning Ordinance 77-2. The petition and other information concerning the proposed rezoning are on file in the Area Plan Commission Office, second floor of the Coliseum Building, Mt. Vernon, Indiana.

The petition has been set for public hearing before the Area Plan Commission on November 10, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. at the Hovey House, 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana. Written objections to the proposal that is filed with the executive director of the Area Plan Commission before the hearing will be considered. Oral comments concerning the proposal will be heard at the hearing. The hearing may be continued from time to time as may be found necessary.

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BY MINDY BOURNE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Published in the Posey County News on October 25, 2011.

2011-141 STATE OF INDIANA COUNTY OF POSEY

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IN THE MATTER OF THE NAME CHANGE OF SHARON JUANITA AMICK, Petitioner.

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IN THE POSEY CIRCUIT COURT 2011 TERM

CAUSE NO. 65C01-1110-MI-00412

Attorney: William H. Bender 17 W. Main Street, P.O. Box 430 Poseyville, Indiana 47633 Phone: (812) 874-3636, (812)985-2102 NOTICE OF PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME Sharon Juanita Amick, whose mailing address and residential address is 5341 Fletchal Road, Wadesville, Indiana 47638, Posey County, Indiana hereby gives notice that she has filed a petition in the Posey Circuit Court requesting that her name be changed to Sharon Juanita Kiltz.

Notice is further given that hearing will be held on said Petition on the 19th day of December, 2011 at 9:00 A.M. Dated at Mt. Vernon, Indiana, this 20th day of October, 2011 Betty Postletheweight, Clerk Posey Circuit Court Jamie Simpson Deputy Published in the Posey County News on October 25, November 1 & 8, 2011.

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Smiling face, helping hand, make Johnson the perfect employee If you have ever stopped in at Franky J’s in Wadesville for a breakfast sandwich, you have most likely ran into Tracy Johnson.

She prepares the sandwiches on the grill and makes sure a variety is available. As a matter of fact, chances are when you have been there a few times, she will have a good idea what to grab out of the sandwich warmer for individual customers.

“People generally are creatures of habit,” Johnson said. “When people find something they like, they tend to buy the same item over and over. And we have our regulars who come in and enjoy a cup of coffee and some conversation each morning at one of the three tables and chairs inside the business.

Tracy was an owner of the business for several years when the business was named after the daughter of the co-owner’s daughter Franklin and was called

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Although the two former owners remain employed at the local convenience mart, their responsibilities are more limited now and occasionally, they can actually get away from the mart for some rest and relaxation, something that was rare when they owned the business.

Johnson’s kindness and smile are two guarantees when you walk into the store, whether you walk in early in the morning or just prior to the 9 p.m. closing time.

“I may not be able to do great things for my customers but I can treat them with kindness and respect and let them know that we appreciate them and want them to come back,” Johnson said.

Franky J’s is critical to the Wadesville area as it is the only place to buy a gallon of milk or other staples that is located in the town of Wadesville.

The store also offers breakfast sandwiches

along with chicken, pizza, and a myriad of other items.

Each week, members of the store’s staff put together a variety of cookies and make them available for sale. Eggs, flour, chips, and tobacco products are also available at the store. It is also, ironically, the only place to buy gasoline in Wadesville.

Johnson has been in the area since 1989, when she moved to Posey County from New York. She married Clint Johnson, who works at Sabic in Mount Vernon, and has been there for 17 years.

They have two children, Stephanie Winternheimer and Reese Johnson. Stephanie graduated from North Posey last year, and Reese, 11, participates in football and basketball.

The family enjoys spending time outside, enjoying camping out and especially going on 4-wheel rides.

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AGRICULTURE

Long history in agriculture source of pride, appreciation Growing up on a farm has so many advantages but it took me into my adult life for me to realize just how many. We all had responsibilities at home.

Before my parents built our new house in 1972 we lived THE in a very old home with a WAY coal furnace. Each night I SEE my two brothers and I had IT... to take turns filling the coal BY CONNIE buckets in the coal shed. We PEARCE also helped when with the cattle, hogs hay and straw making. My brothers helped with the row crops and I stayed around the house to do cooking and cleaning. It was also my responsibility to keep the yard mowed. All three of us learned the value of working hard and the rewards from doing so.

My dad, also having grown up on a farm along with his brothers and their parents, was very involved with 4-H so as I approached the age of 10 I could not wait until I could join 4-H. Also like my dad I couldn’t wait to show livestock at the county fair.

During that time period there was also a Tri-State Hog show at the Evansville Stock Yards in which I participated. It was at one of my first shows in the early 70’s that I met Harold “Mac” McCutchan. Neither of us realized at that time but he would become my mentor for my career in life.

Mac was the farm manager and loan office at People’s Bank & Trust in Mount Vernon which is now Old National Bank.

Mac was very involved with 4-H and the extension program through the bank and with his own family. He purchased one of my first hogs at the auction which is where our relationship began. I remember going to the bank with my dad and going up to the second floor of the bank for dad to discuss farming, 4-H work and life in general. Mac was always on the Livestock Auction Committee and took care of most of the behind

the scenes work as well as securing buyers for the auction each year.

I am proud to say that I completed my ten years of 4-H taking the food and swine projects all ten years. I also did various other projects including photography and beef. During this time Purdue University was about the only university I heard anything about. Mac had graduated from there and my only uncle to attend college had attended Purdue.

Our families were loyal Boilermaker fans so as I began my senior year in high school and started thinking of college; Purdue is the only college that I considered.

Unfortunately I was not at the top of my class in high school and much more like the in middle somewhere. The high school counselor told me there was no way I would get into Purdue much less graduate from there. Since my parents had not gone to college I was pretty much on my own to do the paperwork and take care of all of the necessary steps to get there. Long story short I did get accepted at Purdue University and began my freshman year in 1978. Normally it is not a good idea to tell me I can’t do something but in this case it worked out to my advantage. I went on to graduate in 1982 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural Economics.

As most 18-year-olds I thought I knew everything and all of that hard work on the farm was too much for me. When I left for Purdue I was determined to get as far away from the agriculture field as I could and never return so I entered Purdue University in the school of Humanities to become a speech and hearing therapist. By the end of my first semester I had already switched to the school of agriculture.

The first summer after my freshman year

I applied and was hired to become the summer assistant for the 4-H program working under Gary Michel. Not only did I come back to my agricultural background I had also came back to my 4-H roots as well. I worked in that job for two summers again getting to work with Mac through various 4-H activities.

While at Purdue I was fortunate to get to attend the Agri-banking conference in March for the annual banquet as Mac’s guest. It was during this time that I knew that I wanted to follow in Mac’s steps and be an agri-banker in some role. The next summer I was asked by Mac to work in his secretary’s place while she was off on medical leave. I would have to do her duties but he allowed me to learn a lot more during that summer about ag lending. The summer before my senior year I signed up to take a class that allowed me to work from Posey County. I had to interview three area agribankers, spend some time with them and write a paper to earn my three credit hours toward graduation. Again Mac was to coordinate this project. Besides interviewing Mac on his job responsibilities I also interviewed a banker in the Tell City area where they had several turkey farmers, something new to me, and one in the Ft. Branch area.

I loved that project and knew that is what I wanted to do when I graduated.

For those of you that were around agriculture in the early 1980s, you know that it was not the best of times to be looking for a career. When I graduated in 1982 I only knew of two people who had secured jobs prior to graduation. I was able to land a job in banking but as a teller and later as the new accounts associate but at least it was in banking. I eventually left that job, married and had my son. I spent the next 14 years with a few part-time jobs but mostly being a wife and mother.

In 1996 I got a call out of the blue from

Steve Bennett who at the time was president of People’s Bank & Trust saying he had a credit assistant job opening and knowing my background wanted to talk to me. I had not thought of going back to work full time but when God gives you an opportunity like this you have take advantage of it. Initially I did get to work on agricultural loans along with a lot of things but my job has evolved into underwriting mostly agricultural loans for Old National Bank. The job is definitely a dream come true.

Recently I began serving on the Posey County Extension Board which led to a position on the PCARET (Purdue Council for Agricultural Research, Extension and Teaching) council for Area III. This committee is to provide input into the Extension program and policy development, to promote awareness of Purdue land grant programs for: youth development, agriculture, food and nutrition, natural resources, individual and family well being, and community development; and to provide budgetary and legislative support oat the local, state and national levels for the betterment of the citizens of Indiana through Purdue’s School of Agriculture. I am very excited about getting back in touch with Purdue and the extension of Posey County.

I don’t think too many people are as fortunate as I am to have the opportunities to do what you grew up learning and aspiring to do in their life. I want to publically thank my mentor, Mac, for helping to make me the caring individual for Purdue and Agriculture that I am today. If you have the opportunity to help someone along the way as Mac did for me please do so, he changed my life.

Note (Harold “Mac” McCuthan) passed away several years ago from Alzheimer’s but his legend lives on through many people’s lives in Posey County and in the State of Indiana.

On October 13, ten students from the Mount Vernon FFA chapter attended the Area III Soils competition in Knox County. Students who attended were: Back row (L-R) Ryan Ritzert, Rebecca Miller, Andrea Seifert, Donnie Miller, Dylan Hahn, and Curt Posey County Executive Director of the Posey County Farm Service Agency Greg Kaufman; Front row (L-R) Brianna Ritzert, Clay Siesky, Andrew Adams, and not pic- Knowles addresses those in attendance at the Farm Breakfast held at the Posey County tured Aaron Dickhaut.

Community Center earlier in the year. Photo by Dave Pearce

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Rexings putting most of their eggs in single basket

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f you were going in search of one of only eight graded egg production facilities in Indiana, which direction would you go and how far do you think you would have to travel? The answer may surprise you.

You wouldn’t have to go far because the Joseph and Leo Rexing families have such a state-of-the-art facility on the Posey-Vanderburgh county line near St. Wendel.

But egg farming is nothing new to the Rexing family. As a matter of fact, Dylan Rexing, a 2010 graduate of North Posey High School, makes the fifth generation of farmers on the homestead. Dylan attends Indiana University-Southeast but frequently makes trips home to help out with the family business.

“My great grandfather originally had a farm near where Azteca is now located on Highway 41 north of Evansville,” Dylan said in explaining the family history. “My grandmother, who was a Hoefling, had a farm on Highway 65 near there. They had a chicken farm there in 1959. My grandfather moved the chickens across the road in 1968. He had 60,000 chickens and he sold his eggs to Sam’s Clubs in Evansville and several other major cities.”

But give any good and successful opera-

tion enough time and the U.S. government will become overly involved and over-regulate it to death. Such seems to be at least in part what happens in the egg industry.

So when egg prices dropped about 20 years ago and increased government regulations made it virtually impossible to make a living in the egg industry at the time, the family got out of the egg business.

But as times have changed and a new generation of people, equipment, and regulations have come along, Joseph Rexing (Dylan’s father) decided to take a chance again in the production of eggs. His new operation gives a whole new meaning to “going out and collecting the eggs.”

By virtue of his help from his parents, 86-year-old Joe Rexing and Lorene, the younger Rexing decided to got out on a limb.

“He bought 120,000 chickens and invested in state-of-the-art equipment and got PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals)- approved chicken cages,” Dylan explained. “They have passed a lot of laws regarding chickens and what can and can’t be done with them. We have followed the letter of the law but it has been costly.”

From the outside, the chicken house looks like any other large pole barn, except for the

North Posey High School graduate Dylan Rexing shows off some of the eggs and cartons that are full of the eggs grown on the Rexing Farm. Photo by Dave Pearce

The eggs have moved up an elevator and the rods give them direction as they head to the washer at the Rexing Egg Farm. Photo by Dave Pearce fact that it appears to be nearly a block long.

“We grow all the corn but everything else But once on the inside, you quickly realize has to be bought and then blended,” Rexing that this isn’t your average pole barn. explained. “The corn is the majority of the The chickens are fed with a combina- feed.” tion of corn (grown on the Rexing farm), On an average day, the 120,000 hens will soybean meal, some rock for a healthy egg produce around 100,000 eggs. That transshell, as well as a bone meal substance and lates into about 2000 cases a week. A case some byproducts from Posey County’s new- consists of 30 dozen eggs. A semi-truck est ethanol-producing facilities near Mount holds 26 pallets, which is a quarter-million Vernon, Aventine and Abengoa. The waste eggs. About two semi trailers full of eggs from the corn used to make ethanol makes leave the local farm every week. excellent food for the chickens when prop“They eggs are taken by a belt to an elerly mixed with the other ingredients. evator that lifts them up and puts them on A conveyer chain brings the food to the rods,” Rexing explained. “They are then chickens while another large conveyor belt taken by the rods into the building next door disposes of the chicken manure. The eggs where they are sorted and are washed.” are taken by yet a third conveyor system Rexing said that while a lot of the work into an adjoining building where they are can be done by machine, not everything checked, graded, packaged and refrigerat- can. He credits his aunt Mary Jarvis with ed. Eventually, they are shipped to grocery running the checking and grading machine. stores or used industrially.

This machine helps remove eggs that may With the high-tech feeding system, the be cracked or eggs that may be culls.

120,000 laying hens throughout the huge “The grading is automated but we do the building can be adequately fed in just under checks by hand,” Rexing explained. “There 12 minutes. The cages are tiered three tiers is a bright light that they run over and they high and all the feeding can be done at the spin and you pull out the ‘checks’ and the same time. Rexing said there are approxi- dirty eggs.” mately 30 chickens in each coop.

The eggs are then packaged, according Rexing said all the feed is ground by hand to their size by Grade AA Large, Grade A in another expensive piece of equipment, a Large, Grade A Medium, etc., by yet anfeed mill which has been recently upgraded other piece of expensive machinery and are on the farm to help make the most of the Continued on Page C5 grain that is grown on the family farm.

Ag input price predictions make farmers uncomfortable Growing an acre of corn, soybeans or wheat in 2012 will cost producers a lot more than it did this year, say Purdue and Ohio State Extension experts.

Farmland rental costs and volatile fertilizer prices represent the two primary drivers of increasing production costs, and, according to Purdue Extension agricultural economist Alan Miller and Ohio State Extension agricultural economist Barry Ward, seed prices also will be up 5-10 percent in the coming year. Pesticide prices will vary by product.

“Preliminary budgets show variable costs for rotation corn increasing by 16 percent, soybeans by 15 percent and wheat by 12 percent as compared with our January 2011 budgets,” Miller said.

But while input prices are up, markets are still signaling that they want more corn in 2012, which could influence producers’ planting decisions. It also means producers may need more fertilizer, said Ward, leader of the Production Business Management program in the Department of Agricultural, Environmental and Development Economics at Ohio State.

“The way fertilizer prices have been moving, it’s been purely demand driven,” Ward said. “With worldwide crop prices being high, fertilizer prices are staying relatively well correlated with commodity prices.”

Because of those commodity prices, Ward said increases in production costs are to be expected. He and Miller both said farmers can and should begin to manage profit margins now. One way to do that is by pricing 2012 fertilizer this fall, because prices are expected to increase by the spring.

Another area growers can reevaluate is cash rents.

“It’s hard to figure out a fair amount of cash rent, especially in an environment with so much potential for quick

commodity price declines and input price surges,” Miller said. “We don’t want to see another 2009 where grain prices dropped, costs increased and profitability disappeared. It’s a challenging risk management environment for the farmers.”

He urged farmers to be cautious, despite a feeling of high farm incomes, and to try to hold down costs by thinking through all of their purchases.

“Commodity producers need to still be working toward being low-cost producers on a cost-per-bushel-produced basis,” Miller said. “Growers need to manage the expected margin between the selling price of the crop and their costs.”

While many farmers may want to take a “wait and see” approach toward marketing the 2011 crop, that may not be a good idea. Instead, Miller and Ward suggested locking in profit margins and not giving up marketing strategies, because even if crop prices recover, demand for inputs and input prices are likely to increase.

For cash rents, Miller said flexible lease agreements could help both growers and landowners in a volatile period.

“Try to help landowners understand the market and the volatility,” he said. “Possibly look at flexible lease agreements instead of locking in cash rents, in case inputs increase and commodity prices fall.”

Both universities offer resources to help farmers budget for the coming crop year. Ohio State’s Department of Agricultural, Environmental and Development Economics has a series of free farm management enterprise budgets that can be downloaded at http://aede.osu.edu/programs/farmmanagement/budgets. The “2012 Purdue Crop Cost and Return Guide” is available for free download via Purdue Extension: The Education Store at http://www.ces.purdue.edu/new. The publication number is ID-166.

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Rexings, from Page C4 are currently boxed and then placed on skids and rolled into a nearby refrigerator. But this is not your average refrigerator. This one holds three semi-trailer loads of eggs at a time.

Some 80 percent of the eggs grown on the farm are packaged under a label known as “Happy Hen Farms,” a business associate of some 25 years. The majority of the eggs produced here do not end up in local grocery stores but are shipped to other areas of the country.

An egg farmer from centuries past would marvel at the technology of today’s chicken houses. But with all that technology comes high price tags and high risk. For example, when a tornado wiped out a portion of the building a year or so ago. Under stressed conditions and without proper heating and/or air conditioning, the egg farmer can begin to lose a substantial portion of his hens within ten minutes. So time is crucial and a generating system is in place to back up in the case of a power failure.

Another worry at some farms is salmonella. An outbreak of salmonella in any one farm in America can hurt the demand for eggs across the country.

Left alone, the warm-blooded animals give off a tremendous amount of heat themselves but in a huge building under strained conditions, utmost and immediate care is

required at all times. Five full time workers are employed at the egg farm.

While the hens have a normal laying life of about two years, government regulations will not allow the chicken meat to be consumed by humans. So alternative methods must be found to remove and replace the hens every other year. At one time, the hens were used in commercial soup.

“Right now, egg prices are pretty good but corn was eight dollars a bushel for a while,” Rexing explained. “But with corn down a little and demand holding somewhat steady, the immediate future looks good.”

But just as in any kind of farming operation, one never knows what evil lurks around the next corner.

While the Rexing operation appears to be huge to those uneducated in the area of egg farming, Rexing says their operation would be considered small potatoes in the large world of egg production. It is not uncommon for chicken houses in larger states to have as many as 400,000 hens in one house.

“The only thing you can do is try and prepare yourself for anything that could happen,” Rexing said. “It’s a lot of work but I enjoy it. I have been home from college every weekend since August to help on the farm. I just enjoy helping out and being around my family.”

Dylan Rexing shows off one of the recently laid eggs in the hen house on the family egg farm. While Rexing attends school in New Albany, he comes home every weekend to be near the farm and his family.

Joseph and Dylan Rexing, representing the fourth and fifth generations of Rexing Farms, stand in fromt of the building that serves as home to 120,000 chickens that lay 100,000 eggs daily. Photos by Dave Pearce

Saving seed not always the best option with newer hybrids Collecting seeds from garden plants to plant next year may seem like a good way to save money, but you may be in for a surprise. Some seeds can be saved from year to year with good results, particularly the old-fashioned cultivars.

But modern hybrid cultivars rarely breed true from collected seed.

To get that disease-resistant tomato or frilly double petunia, two or more plants with desirable characteristics were crossbred. The seed from these hybrid plants will produce variable results due to recombination of different genes.

Thus, the resulting plants may not be as productive, attractive, disease-resistant or flavorful as their parents. Seedlings could be quite different from the parent plants and from each other.

As long as you’re prepared to accept this variability it can be fun to experiment. You never know, you might actually stumble across an improvement!

Some gardeners are tempted to propagate fruit trees from seed - either from fruits grown in the backyard or from purchased fruit. If you’re interested in serious fruit production, resist the temptation. Most fruit trees are grafted by splicing a piece of the desired fruiting cultivar onto a seedling rootstock. It is usually the rootstock that contributes disease resistance, hardiness, vigor, and early production and dwarf habits. Plants grown from seeds of grafted plants may not

only produce inferior fruit, but also huge, unmanageable trees for the home landscape. Also, they can take 10 years or more to become mature enough to fruit.

In recent years there has been renewed interest in oldfashioned varieties, including those that are open-pollinated by insects, birds, wind and other natural methods. Because these plants have a non-controlled, more diverse genetic makeup, they tend to breed true to type. Although openpollinated, heirloom plants may not have many of the advantages of hybridization, such as disease resistance, heat or cold tolerance, and uniformity, some gardeners find the vegetables to be better flavored and the flowers more fragrant. The sustainability of being able to save seeds from year to year is a plus.

Many seed companies specialize in open-pollinated garden vegetables and flowers, and most of the larger seed companies carry both hybrid and open-pollinated seed. For those who want to learn more about open-pollinated seeds and preserving old-fashioned varieties, the Seed Savers Exchange offers seed-trading programs and an excellent selection of publications. If you are interested in saving seed from your garden, check out the publication “Seed to Seed: Seed Saving and Growing Techniques for Vegetable Gardeners,” available from Seed Savers Exchange at http:// www.seedsavers.org.

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Fall is only beginning of work in the garden HOME (Indoor plants and activities) Keep poinsettia in complete darkness for 15 hours each day, for example, between 5 p.m. and 8 a.m., for eight to 10 weeks until red bracts begin to show.

Pot spring-flowering bulbs to force into bloom indoors. Moisten soil and refrigerate 10 to 13 weeks. Transfer to a cool, sunny location, and allow an additional three to four weeks for blooming.

Houseplants, especially those grown outdoors during the summer, commonly drop some or many of their leaves in response to the lower natural light intensity in autumn and reduced light intensity indoors.

Water indoor plants less frequently, and discontinue fertilizer as plants slow down or stop growing for the winter season.

YARD (Lawns, woody ornamentals and fruits) Keep plants, especially newly planted stock, well watered until ground freezes.

Have soil ready to mound roses for winter protection. Do not mound or cover roses until after leaves drop and soil is near freezing, usually late November or early December.

Strawberry plants need protection from winter’s extremes, but applying winter mulch too early may cause crowns to rot. Apply winter protection when plants are dormant but before temperatures drop below 20 F, usually late November or early December.

Rake or shred large, fallen tree leaves, such as maple, to prevent them from matting down and smothering grass. Raking smaller leaves, such as honey locust, is optional.

Continue mowing lawn as needed.

GARDEN (Flowers, vegetables and small fruits) Harvest root crops and store in a cold (32 F), humid location. Storing produce in perforated plastic bags is a convenient, easy way to increase humidity.

Harvest Brussels sprouts as they develop in the axils of the leaves from the bottom of the stem. Brussels sprouts will continue to develop up the stem.

Harvest pumpkins and winter squash before frost, but when rind is hard and fully colored. Store in a cool location until ready to use.

Harvest gourds when stems begin to brown and dry. Cure at 70-80 F for two to four weeks.

Harvest mature, green tomatoes

before frost, and ripen indoors in the dark. Warmer temperatures lead to faster ripening.

Asparagus top growth should not be removed until foliage yellows. Let foliage stand over winter to collect snows for insulation and moisture.

Remove plant debris from the garden to protect next year’s planting from insect and disease buildup. Compost plant refuse by alternating layers of soil, plant material, and manure or commercial fertilizer.

Have garden soil tested for fertilizer needs every three to five years.

Plowing and incorporating organic matter in the fall avoids the rush of garden activities and waterlogged soil in spring. Fall-prepared soils also tend to warm faster and allow earlier planting in spring.

Carve a Halloween jack-o’-lantern.

Dig tender, garden flower bulbs for winter storage. Gladiolus corms should be dug when leaves begin turning yellow. Caladiums, geraniums and tuberous begonias should be lifted before killing frost. Dig canna and dahlia roots after a heavy frost. Allow to air dry, then pack in dry peat moss or vermiculite, and store in a cool location.

Complete planting of spring-flowering bulbs.

Purdue’s Chris Hurt addresses around 75 farmers in attendance at the Ag Breakfast held earlier this year at the Posey County Community Center. Farmers turned out to hear how cash rent prices and record land prices will effect farming in the immediate future. Photo by Dave Pearce

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Frey’s choose Posey because of fertile fields, good infrastructure

By Eric Morlock If you have purchased a pumpkin this fall at any major retail store to decorate or make a , chances are it was grown in Posey County. Frey Farms Produce is a family run business with several locations throughout the Midwest and Southeast. One of those happens to be close to the Posey/ Gibson County line.

Frey Farms started out as a small family business by their CEO, Sarah Talley, and has grown into one of the largest melon, pumpkin, and ornamental providers in the country. They are a major supplier to quality focused retailers and have received various achievement awards including “Supplier of the Year,” by one of America’s largest retailers.

According to Renee Mattingly, Vice President of Sales and & Marketing, the focus of Frey Farms Produce is on quality. “From land selection to ensuring timely arrival of our products at their

final destination, our policy is to ensure excellence.” The sandy soil and geographic location of Posey County were the main attractions to the Freys’ when they decided to open a location here.

To ensure constant product volume, Frey Farms Produce grows throughout the country to take advantage of different growing seasons.

“We have locations in Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Texas, Missouri, and Arkansas, with the Florida location being actively growing first due to the climate,” said Mattingly.

After months of hard work to raise beautiful, healthy and delicious fruits and vegetables, the next step involves packaging and delivering the produce to meet the exact specification of their customers. Corrugated bins, waxed cartons, and reusable containers are all used in packaging produce in any size or configuration imaginable to meet the needs of each customer.

Getting the produce to their destinations in a timely manner is a very important aspect, so efficient logistics are a necessity. During their busy season, 28-40 trucks will be loaded and dispatched out to retail stores from the Rocky Mountains to the Atlantic Coast. The trailers are also temperature controlled to ensure the perishable produce arrives fresh.

Frey’s Farms also grow Fall Ornamentals, ranging from mini pumpkins that come in white, orange and striped varieties, decorative corn, pie pumpkins, ornamental gourds, and corn shocks. They are also one of the largest pumpkin growing operations in the United States today.

With thousands of acres stretching across the Midwest, Frey Farms is serious about providing only the best when it comes to pumpkins.

That’s good, because it is a good possibility that if you bought a pumpkin recently, it came from Frey’s.

Farm accidents claim 23 lives in Indiana in 2010 Twenty-three people died in farm accidents in Indiana in 2010, the fourth consecutive year farm-related deaths totaled at least 20, according to a Purdue University study released Tuesday.

The Indiana Farm Fatality Summary found that the leading causes of farm deaths were overturned tractors and workers being run over by farm machinery, said Bill Field, Purdue Extension farm safety specialist.

Purdue issued the annual study at the Indiana Farm Bureau Building in Indianapolis to coincide with National Farm Safety and Health Week.

The 23 farm deaths were three more than reported in 2009 but five fewer than in 2008. Just eight farm deaths were reported in 2006, the fewest number since Purdue Workers at on of the Frey Farm locations in Posey County pick the pumpkins and began collecting the data put them in piles where they can later be placed in old school buses especially designed about 30 years ago. to provide an economical way to haul the pumpkins back to the farm located just north “We’re doing better so far of Poseyville.

this year. Our number of fatalities could be below 15,” Field said.

Farming ranks among the nation’s most dangerous occupations. The National Safety Council reports that the occupational death rate among farmers is 31.6 fatalities per 100,000 workers, compared with 3.5 deaths

per the same number of workers in non-farm industries.

Farm deaths could be significantly reduced, Field said. Most farm accidents can be avoided if farmers use proper safety equipment and keep children away from dangerous work environments.

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Fragrant Farms serves important niche market Farm serves as home to huge grape harbors, 5000 peonies, numerous other flowers

By Rhys Mathew Fragrant Farms, located on Woods Lane in New Harmony, provides an important agricultural asset for the area by growing grapes, peonies and other flowers.

Kathy Fridley has been employed at the farm since 2005. Fridley is the only year-round employee, but seasonal help is hired beginning in February, when the grape vines are pruned and cut back. Peonies are mulched in the very beginning of April, and then in May each stem is disbudded; this enables the main bud to flourish. “The prep work for each season isn’t hard, but the motions take their toll after six hours.”

Three hundred peony plants were grown in the farms’ first season in 1994.

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plants and bulbs to sell both to tourists and local residents.

Cut peonies are shipped all over the country. “We ship a lot of cut peonies to Michigan because of the unpredictable blooming season; many spring brides want peonies for their bouquets and the peonies up north don’t bloom quite as early.”

Two acres of grapes were added to the farm in 1998, and the following year four more acres were added.

Fragrant Farms grows both red and white grapes, and harvest generally takes about five days.

The farm has had a contract with Easley Winery since 2006. Currently Easley Wine is not available in New Harmony; however, there has been discussion of Fragrant Farms developing its own label in the future, but no plans have been solidified. “Next fall, we should also have grapes available for home wine

makers.”

Fragrant Farms has expanded greatly since its first season, and the farm shows

great promise for having a positive economic effect on the area as it continues to grow.

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National Angus magazine has Posey County ties, employees

By Dave Pearce A national cattle magazine is produced just across the river in Carmi, Ill., and Posey County roots run deep the magazine known in the cattle industry as Angus Ink. The publishing company is owned by Mount Vernon resident Ray Bingman’s father, Ernie Bingman. The editor of the magazine is native Posey County resident Theresa (Garrett) Bratcher.

“Ernie purchased the original Angus Topics Magazine back in 1990,” said his wife, Lionda. “It was located in Virginia at that time. The owner got in poor health and wanted to sell it so Ernie bought it and moved it here to Carmi.”

Like everything else, the demand must be there for anything to be successful. At that time, there was a significantly larger number of angus growers in the tri-state area. Since that time, the number of local herds has dwindled but the magazine has continued to be successful by branching beyond the im-

mediate tri-state and selling in several states and a few countries.

“We have lost a considerable number of angus herds in this area but we go literally to every state in the union along with Canada, Australia, and Switzerland,” Bratcher explained. “So we do go world-wide.”

The most recent magazine featured 42 pages of high-quality pages of Angus cattle for sale along with an 18-page center insert advertising pages of angus cattle that would be sold over the weekend of October 16, 2011 at the Thomas & Son Farm in Boonsboro, Maryland.

“Basically, twice a year, farms have angus sales. They have bull sales in the spring and they have production (female) sales in the fall,” Bratcher explained. “They have to advertise what they are selling and that is what they do with us. It is important that they let buyers know what they are offering. Buyers need to know the genetics and how many head they are going to have. We deal primar-

ily with purebred Angus and not too much with the commercial. We deal in high dollar animals where artificial insemination is commonplace. Most of the animals advertised in our magazine, no one will ever eat. You would be surprised at the number of celebrities who own Angus cattle.”

Bratcher started working with the Angus magazine in 2003 and can recall the amazement she found when half interest in an angus bull sold for $400,000 dollars. And that was several years ago.

“After the sales, we do a sale report for the farms to let them know what sold and what the animals brought,” Bratcher explained. “I thought to myself, ‘it’s a cow for goodness sake.’ But I have learned that these purebred animals are worth what people pay for them.

But we have animals in the book that sell for anywhere from $1,500 all the way up to the high dollar animals.”

Angus Ink also does a catalog that lists the EPD (Expected Proginy Difference) for the sales. This gives the buyers and the seller an idea of how the animal is going to fare, based on its genetic history.

“It is very technical what goes on in the Angus industry,” Linda said. “I’m sure this goes on in other breeds as well but this is the one we are familiar with.”

Perhaps as interesting as the story of the magazine is the story of how a rural Carmi man found his way into the angus industry and now publishes a magazine while spending at least three days a week on the road at various sale sites.

“He always liked the animals and the livestock and was interested in the Angus breed,” Bingman’s wife explained. “He used to shine shoes and sweep up at the barber shop and he saved up enough money so he could finally buy his first angus from a gentleman over by

Albion, Ill. He took it out to someone here in town and they allowed him to keep it out there on a small plot of ground that wasn’t being used.”

While Bingman lost his biological father when he was 18 months old, some neighbors took particular interest in the young man and helped steer him in a positive direction.

“He lived with Harvey and Fern Rebstock out on Centerville Road (just north of Carmi),” His wife explained. “They had no children and they took him in like their own. It was out there that he learned so much about farming.”

Bingman is Linda (Fulkerson) Bingman’s second husband as her first husband passed away. She grew up on a farm with several animals but nothing like the Angus that she is now associated with. She said her father worked for the county and she was a simple farm girl.

“We have been married for 10 years and I was coming up here helping him with the business for about a year before that,” Linda explained. “But I had known Ernie about all my life because we were both raised out in the country. I was living in Cave-In-Rock and had lived there for about 20 years. I ran into Ernie again after all those years.”

But despite what limited knowledge Linda had of cattle and Bratcher had in the publishing industry, the two began working hand in hand and now they are friends and co-workers and help (with Ernie’s phone guidance) put the magazine together 11 issues a year.

While Linda knows more of the practical side, Bratcher has become somewhat of an expert on the technical side. After all, she is the ones who usually talks to potential advertisers and must know the meaning of the lan-

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Angus, from Page C9 side, Bratcher has become somewhat of an expert on the technical side. After all, she is the ones who usually talks to potential advertisers and must know the meaning of the language used by the Angus farmers.

The Bingmans’ daughter Nancy also works with the magazine, having traveled around the country showing the Angus for several years. Altogether, they have seven children from the age of 45 down to 19. And they have five grandchildren.

While Linda and Bratcher have had to earn the trust of family and co-workers, the organization now runs like a fairly-well oiled machine. Each person has his or her job to do and they have learned the importance of each person having their responsibility.

While the Bingman herd of over 200 has dwindled to ten over the past two years, seven calves are expected in the coming winter months thanks to artificial insemiThose responsible for the ‘hands on’ portion of the Angus Ink are, left to right, Linda nation. They have a pair of 2011 heifers.

Bingman, Connie Bingman, Theresa Bratcher, Tabitha Miller, and Sam Hamblin. Not While Ernie was on the road, Linda was left pictured is Nancy Robinson. Photo by Dave Pearce to try and keep up with the herd. It become

tougher and tougher so a good number of the cattle were sold.

Like the rest of the economy, the Angus industry has taken a hit in the past couple of years but recent months have shown signs of life again. But regardless of the economic state, the Angus farmers must have a means to advertise their sale animals and that’s where Angus Ink comes in.

“More and more people are going to video and we are trying to stay on top of that,” Linda explained. “But I’m like a lot of other people in that I like to have a book in my hand with actual pages and pictures that I can look at and read.”

And whether the cattle business is thriving or not, Angus Ink plans to continue to be there for the Angus farmers. After all, that’s the sole purpose of the magazine and the primary reason for the company’s existence.

While Linda explains that the company does the book for both the love of the animals and to help make a living, in recent months, like other publishing businesses, it has been more about the love of the business.

‘New Generation’ willing to give back Tours help students learn about dairy farming first-hand

The Brian Rexing family poses for a picture in one of their dairy barns. New Generation Dairy has 25 employees and offers tours to area schools so students can see first-hand how thier milk is ‘made.’ get to see the whole process of them walking in, actually being milked, and then departing.” From there the milk goes to the semi-tanker, and that is where the tour goes, also.

“We try to explain that while there are people working here to get the milk to the stores, it also takes others, from the veterinarians, nutritionists, truck drivers, and then those who bottle and package the products,” said Rexing. From there, the tour goes into why it is important for each person to get enough dairy.

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By Eric Morlock New Generation Dairy Farm is located in Gibson County near the Posy County line and is owned by Brian and Ranell Rexing. The farm is available for tours in the months of April and May and September and October.

Located about ten minutes north of Poseyville, New Generation is very popular with schools for educational field trips, but is definitely not limited to the kids.

“The tour is open to classes, 4-H groups, or any other organized group of people of 12 of more,” said Ranell Rexing, who gives the tours.

“The tour takes between one and a half to two hours, and the tour varies by the age ranges.” Rexing is a licensed and experienced teacher, so while the tour is made fun, it is also designed to be educational as well.

The tour covers three main areas, with the first being animal care. “When a group comes out and sees this operation, the first thing we want to show is that while these dairy cows are farm animals, we still take very good care of them,” said Rexing.

The next step the tour covers is the process that ends up with dairy products available to the consumer at retail locations. 1200 cows are milked a day, three times a day and each group has a chance to see how it happens. “There is an area that overlooks 56 cows being milked at a time, and they

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For example, one myth is that people who are lactose intolerant have to avoid all dairy foods. According to Facts of Dairy pamphlet provided by New Generation, most people who are lactose intolerant can eat some dairy foods, such as lactose-reduced or free milk, hard cheeses, and yogurt.

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After the groups see the tankers, Rexing likes to take the classes to the weigh station where the trucks are weighed once filled with milk. “One of my favorite things I like to do with the younger groups is have them get weighed as a group on the scale, and have them guess how much they weigh and how much a cow weighs,” said Rexing.

“We had one group weigh exactly 1500 pounds, which is the same that an adult cow weighs, and they just couldn’t believe that all of them weighed the same as a cow.”

To schedule a tour with Ranell, call (812) 729-7300 or e-mail her at ngdairy@ yahoo.com. Also, check our New Generation Dairy on Facebook.

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