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Jury convicts Posey County man of child molesting By Dave Pearce A Posey County man is behind bars and faces sentencing after he was convicted by a jury this week of child molesting, a Level Four Felony. Gary Wiltshire, 47, of Mount Vernon was arrested and convicted of the charges following an investigation led by Posey County Sheriff’s Detective Jeremy Fortune. According to a probable Cause Affidavit, on July 18, 2018, Fortune observed an interview at Holly’s House in Evansville where an 11-year-old claimed Gary Wiltshire that Wiltshire had touched her inappropriately. The victim told officials at Holly’s house that she was at the home of her cousin in Mount Vernon. According to the interview, Wiltshire had been drinking and was sitting at a kitchen table talking about how much he missed the victim’s deceased mother. The child said she was sitting on Wilshire’s knee when he moved her off his knee and inappropriately touched the child. The victim indicated she pushed Wiltshire away and went into another room and told relatives what had happened. She told police that Wiltshire tried to get her to come back to where he was sitting but she refused. The victim told interviewers that “Gary looks 60 and should not do this to a little girl.” Posey County prosecutor Travis Clowers indicated that the victim’s testimony was paramount in the trial. Clowers said the jury obviously believed what the young victim had said. The jury was comprised of 10 women and two men. Clowers praised the work of Fortune as well as the staff at Holly’s House for building a strong case, resulting in the conviction.

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A familiar fixture at the Saint Francis Trunk-or-Treat in Poseyville are, left to right, Park Peach, Charlier Peach, Julep Peach, and Mary Peach. Photo by Dave Pearce Snow White, a.k.a. Sue Rose, the Activities Director at Mount Vernon Nursing and Rehab, poses for a photo with Kegan Bey, dressed as the classic Operation game and his brother, Colton Bey, dressed as a jellyfish. Trickor-treaters participated in the annual Batwalk at the nursing and rehab facility Friday afternoon. Photo by Sally Denning

By Dave Pearce Funds were low but morale should be better for employees of the North Posey School Corporation. At the Monday, October 9 meeting of the North Posey School Board, School Superintendent Dr. Todd Camp asked the Board to approve salary increases, stipends, and insurance reprieve (insurance holiday). The board complied and as a result, an additional $70,000 general stipend will be distributed equally to all teachers and certified staff who qualify. “We sat down with the association and looked at new money available and we both agreed that it wasn’t enough,” Camp said of the increases. “But the association and the board was too good to work with during this bad financial time and were able to come to an agreement that we feel was good and fair for everyone.” As per the master teacher contract, the teachers will receive 67 percent of the new money in the funding formula (approximately $54,562.12) to be distributed to the qualified teachers using the performance compensation model outlined the in contract. Non-Certified Staff should also be seeing an increase on their paychecks as approximately $34,647 (which equals $0.40 per hour) is to be added to the non-certified salary schedule. A stipend, gross amount of $823, for each non-certified employee, was also awarded. Administrators will also see a raise of $800 per year to each applicable administrator as well as a stipend of $823 to each administrator.

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BMV extending hours to issue IDs New Harmony council discusses base flood evaluation letters

The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) announced that BMV branches will extend hours of operation on Monday, November 5 and Tuesday, November 6 to issue ID cards and driver’s licenses to be used for identification at a polling place. Branches will be open on Monday, November 5, from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Tuesday, November 6, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. As required by state law, branches will only process new, amended, or replacement ID cards, and renewed, amended, or replacement driver’s licenses and learner permits. New driver’s licenses

INSIDE TODAY Check out our special Posey County Fall Agricultural section for local photos, FFA information and stories — including an in-depth look at the progress being made on Avery’s Place at Riverbend Park.

Briefly Fall Property Taxes The Fall Deadline for 2018 Property Taxes is, Tuesday November 13. You can pay your property taxes at any Old National Banking center in Posey or Vanderburgh County. You may also pay your taxes in person, by mail, online at www.poseycountytax.com or via the drop box located at the corner of Third and Walnut Street.

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and learner permits will be processed provided the customer has previously completed all required testing. Customers who are required to take a knowledge or driving skills exam to obtain or renew a license may choose to apply for a free ID card to use for voting purposes. Individuals who hold a driver’s license or ID card that expired after the last general election may use the expired card as proof of identification for voting purposes. All branches will resume regular business hours on Wednesday, November 7.

By Lois Mittino Gray The October 16, monthly meeting of the New Harmony Town Council focused on the annual budget, the old school property, the base flood elevation and an appointment to the New Harmony Bridge Authority. It also included many announcements and the usual dissension among the quintet of councilmen.

Councilman David Flanders presented a draft letter he prepared and asked that council approve sending it to State Senator Jim Tomes and House Representative Wendy McNamara regarding the base flood elevation in New Harmony. Councilman Flanders noted it has been three years

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Anchored in love Mount Vernon couple’s lives have taken them full circle By Pam Robinson David and Judy Whitten of Mount Vernon use even their voicemail to remind callers to consider God’s daily blessings. During their courtship and 56year marriage, the couple’s common Christian faith has formed the tie that binds them to one another. David speaks for the two of them in discussing their reliance on God and their faith. “From very early in the time the two of us met, it was very evident we shared a common faith. We have seen how that faith over the years has brought us through a lot of things,” he says. “It’s kept us together because it has taught us primarily that God comes first. We would certainly be remiss if we did not look at that one particular factor and say that’s where our contentment comes from. When things are right with God and the faith that’s in your life, everything else falls into place.” David and Judy Whitten were originally born rivals. A Westsider, David was born on August 21, 1940, at the original St.

The Golden Years Mary’s Hospital on First Avenue in Evansville to Vern and Bertha Whitten. He joined his only sibling, a sister, seven years older. Later, he walked the line as a proud graduate of the Reitz Class of 1958. Judy’s parents, Francis and Mary Martha Ranes, welcomed Judy in a home delivery to their Ranebo Fruit Farm, about seven miles northwest of Mount Vernon, on January 26, 1941. She was the first of their three daughters her own grandpa, Dr. John Ranes, delivered as he did scores of babies during his practice in Mount Vernon from 1915 to around 1950. She grew into a loyal graduate of the MVHS Class of 1959. The “star-crossed lovers” defeated their rivalry with romance once they met at Oakland City College, now Oakland City

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American Legion all-you-can-eat ﬁsh fry November 3, 2018 Begins at 5:30 p.m. American Legion 203 Walnut Street, MV

Farm Bureau COOP stakeholder meeting October 30, 2018 Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Posey County 4-H Community Center Highway 69, NH

Lions Club Pancake Breakfast November 3, 2018 7 - 11 a.m. American Legion, MV

First Baptist Halloween Treat Night October 31, 2018 5 - 8 p.m. Corner of First and Tavern, NH Annual Longaberger Basket Bingo November 1, 2018 Doors open at 5 p.m. Posey County 4-H Community Center Highway 69, NH

Trinity UCC Holiday Bazaar November 3, 2018 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Trinity United Church of Christ, 505 Mulberry Street, MV FUMC Bridges of Hope Fair Trade Sale November 3, 2018 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. First United Methodist Church 601 Main Street, MV Black’s Chapel Chicken Supper November 3, 2018 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Adults: $11; Kids four to 12: $6

Black’s Chapel, 1800 West Fourth Street, MV Ladies of Charity Beneﬁt November 3, 2018 Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; Dinner held at 6:30 p.m. $25 per person Silent auction to follow. Armstrong Recreational Center, 15849 Big Cynthiana Rd

Friends of APL Fall Book Sale November 3 - 4, 2018 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Alexandrian Public Library, 115 West Fifth Street, MV

American Legion “Fake it, Bake it or Make it” auction November 3, 2018 Starts at 6:30 p.m. American Legion, MV American Legion Spot Shoot November 4, 2018 Begins at 1 p.m. Black River Spot Shoot Building, NH WHCC Golf Scramble Mount Vernon for Youth Baseball and Softball November 4, 2018 Shotgun start at noon. 1711 Country Club Rd, MV

Due to the amount of rain forecast for Wednesday night, trick-or-treating for the Town of Poseyville has oﬃcially been moved to Tuesday night (tonight) from 5-8 p.m.

OCTOBER 30, 2018 James Rumble James Gordon Rumble, 95, of Poseyville, Ind., born to Noble Alan and Rosa Belle (Lewis) Rumble on May 9, 1923 in Poseyville, Ind., passed away Friday, October 26, 2018 at his residence in Poseyville, Ind. He graduated from Poseyville High School in 1941 and was a bus driver for the North Posey High School. He played the guitar and was a member of the Sunshine Band in Poseyville, Ind. He was a member of Saint Paul’s United Methodist Church where he was a Sunday School Teacher, 1961 Past Master of Poseyville Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite, Eastern Star, Poseyville Fire Department and EMT, Poseyville Chamber of Commerce, Poseyville Town Board, American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars, owner of Hardy Junction Music Hall in Arkansas, Good Samaritan Camping World and a Gideon’s Society Ambassador. Surviving are his sons: Dale Alan (Patricia) Rumble of Avon, Ind., and Steven Roger (Kathy) Rumble of Greenwood, Ind.; daughter: Eileen (Jim) Embrey of Poseyville, Ind.; ﬁve grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Preceding him in death were his parents; wifes: Vivian (Kight) Rumble, Inez (Gallager) Rumble and Louelle (Gleghorn) Rumble; brother: Glenn A. Rumble and a grandson: Jason Rumble. Funeral services were held at 10 a.m., Monday, October 29, 2018 at Saint Paul’s United Methodist Church in Poseyville, Ind., burial with military rites in Poseyville Cemetery in Poseyville, Ind. Visitation was held 1-5 p.m., Sunday, October 28, 2018 at Werry Funeral Home in Poseyville, Ind. with a Masonic service at 4:30 p.m., also visitation was held at 9 a.m. until service time, Monday, October 29, 2018 at the church. In lieu of ﬂowers, memorial contributions may be made to: St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Building Fund, 46 S. Cale Street, Poseyville, IN 47633. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family online at: www.werryfuneralhomes.com.

Walter Burks Walter “Curly” Burks, 83, of Wadesville, Ind., passed away Wednesday, October 24, 2018, surrounded by his family. Walter was born August 29, 1935, in Mount Vernon, Ind. On September 4, 1959 he married “the love of his life” the former Myrna K. Beck in Evansville, Ind. Walter was a master mechanic for the L&N and CSX Transportation Services for 33 years. He was an avid Street Rod enthusiast, remote control car, plane, and boat hobbyist and an all-around handyman. He enjoyed working on his street rod and spending time with his children and grandchildren. Curly was known to all as the best story teller who never met a stranger. Walter is survived by his wife, Myrna K. Burks; children, Kevin Burks of Evansville, Kristy (Kenneth) Wallace of Park Ridge, Ill., and Karen Garris of Saint Pete Beach, Fla.; grandchildren, Jesse (Rachel), Gabriel, and Dylan Wallace, Krystle (Matt) Spahn and Kyle Garris; great granddaughters, Aydrien and Amelia Spahn; as well as his mother-in-law, Alma Beck, 99-years-old, with whom he had a special relationship and admired and respected. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Mayme, and ten siblings. A gathering was held from 1 until 3 p.m. Sunday, October 28, 2018, at Ziemer Funeral Home North Chapel, 6300 N. First Ave., Evansville. A celebration of life service was held at 3 p.m. at the funeral home. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the Deaconess Heart Group and hospital staﬀ, especially Dr. Robert Scott Starrett, and a heartfelt thanks to our family and friends whose support and contributions carried us through this journey. The memories will remain forever in our hearts.

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Father Philip Kreilein Father Philip J. Kreilein, 70, died on October 23 in Evansville. He had served as pastor of Resurrection Parish in Evansville since 2002 and as Dean of the Diocese of Evansville’s South Deanery since 2015. He was born in Jasper on September 28, 1948 to Raymond and Lucille (Keusch) Kreilein. He attended Saint Meinrad High School and College in Saint Meinrad, and Saint Mary Seminary and University in Baltimore, Md. Bishop Francis R. Shea ordained him a priest of the Diocese of Evansville on June 2, 1974. His priestly assignments included Associate, Saint Simon Parish, Washington, 1974; teacher, Mater Dei High School, Evansville, 1977; associate, Saint Anthony of Padua Parish, Evansville, 1980; pastor, Saint Mary Parish, Washington, and teacher, Washington Catholic High School, 1982; pastor, Holy Cross Parish, Fort Branch, 1988; pastor, Saint Ferdinand Parish, Ferdinand, 1991; pastor, Saint Joseph Parish, Jasper, March 1999; pastor, Resurrection Parish, Evansville, July 3, 2002; three-month sabbatical, 2010 (June-September); Pastor, Resurrection Parish, Evansville, 2010; Moderator, Saint Boniface Parish, Evansville, 2010; Administrator, Saint Boniface Parish, Evansville, 2018 (February 1 - February 13). He served many years as the chaplain for athletes and teams at Mater Dei High School and the University of Southern Indiana. Father Kreilein’s other responsibilities included service as Director of Continuing Education: Ministry to Priests, 2012; Dean, Evansville West Deanery, 2014; and Dean, South Deanery, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include a brother, Dr. Sylvester Kreilein and spouse, Joan Parsley, of Milwaukee, Wis.; and a nephew, John Alexander Kreilein. Visitation was held from 3 until 8 p.m. CDT on Sunday October 28 at Resurrection Church, 5301 New Harmony Road, Evansville, IN 47720, with a Vigil Service at 7 p.m. CDT. Visitation was continued at 9 a.m. CDT on Monday October 29 at Resurrection Church. Mass of Christian Burial began at 10 a.m. CDT at Resurrection Church. Graveside Service and interment began at approximately 3 p.m. EDT at Fairview Cemetery in Jasper. In lieu of ﬂowers, memorial contributions may be made to Resurrection Parish, 5301 New Harmony Road, Evansville, IN 47720, for use in renovating the parish cafeteria. Arrangements are in the care of Pierre Funeral Home of Evansville.

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Cathy Hamblin Mary Catherine “Cathy” (Douthitt) Hamblin,70, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away Friday, October 26, 2018 at Linda E. White Hospice House. She was born August 23, 1948 in Shawneetown, Ill., to the late Maxwell and Virginia (Joyner) Douthitt. Cathy grew up in Emma, Ill., and graduated from Carmi High School. She earned an Associate Degree from Southeastern Illinois College in Harrisburg. Cathy worked as an LPN for 23 years at Medco, 10 years at Solarbron and 10 years at New Harmony Healthcare. She was a member of Saint Matthew Catholic Church. Cathy was a Chicago Cubs fan and also enjoyed traveling to Florida with her family. She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Merle Hamblin; son, Josh Hamblin; brother, Thomas (Jamie) Douthitt; several nieces, nephews and cousins. A Memorial Mass will be held at 5 p.m. Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at Saint Matthew Catholic Church, 421 Mulberry St., Mount Vernon, Ind., with Father Jim Sauer oﬃciating. Burial to be held at later date. Visitation will be held from 3 until 5 p.m. service time on Wednesday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Saint Matthew Catholic Church. Condolences may be made online at www.schneiderfuneralhome.com

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B chilly mornings usually C P give way to warm sunny Madeleine, someone has come and stolen another one of our Octobers. I also say this about May and June. So many of our other months seem to drag on for a long time. Granted, there is always something to enjoy in almost all of them, but these months seem to be so special, and ďŹ&#x201A;eeting. The weather, of course, has a big part to play, but it is like trying to preserve a fragile soap bubble. Perhaps it is like the last enjoyable times to be outdoors before Spring turns into hot summers, ďŹ lled with bugs and long sweaty days. October has to give way to cold frosty days, and a sun that hides from us all too often. I did give birth to both my sons on two long-ago October days. There is Halloween, with cool dĂŠcor everywhere. I like the sound of dry leaves, blowing down the street on

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afternoons. These are the kind of days I search for some excuse to run an errand or linger in the sun. There will be plenty of days to hurry indoors. October seems like a gift to reward us for all the coming time we will have to endure before Spring comes back. I look back and recall so many happy days, when we were part of various Autumn Fests. When we used to sell caramel apples, sliced into a bowl with nuts on top, it seemed so right. We took them many places, but I remember one day in Madison, Indiana. They were so popular that a long line of folks stood and waited for me to hurry to the local grocery to get more apples. I loved the ghostly dark nights I drove my children around to trick or treat. I wish I could go back to the time they were happy and innocent, before the responsibilities

and stresses of being adults changed them. Nobodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fault, of course. That is just the way life works. They do not understand why traditional holidays are so important to me. I only pretend that I can re-create the good ones, but I cling to whatever is left. Most of the best parts have been torn away, leaving only small moments I can reach out and try to recapture. If I could magically take these words back and make my younger self read them, I would not understand. One must arrive at this time of life. Like my children, I was much too busy to worry about the tomorrows that got here much more quickly than I could have imagined. As always, there will be occasional sunny days before the new year, but October seems to represent the time we should not waste. Even with all of our varied responsibilities, everyone should try to make good use of each day.

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Health Departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clinic relocated The Posey County Health Department will no longer be holding immunization clinics on the third Tuesday of each month at Saint Francis Catholic Church, Room 3, 10 North Saint Francis Street, Poseyville, IN 47633 from 2 to 4 p.m. Beginning October 31, 2018, the Posey County Health Department will have an ofďŹ ce at Saint Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Methodist Church,

46 Cale Street, Poseyville, IN 47633. We will be open to provide services to residents of the county every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The oďŹ&#x192;ce located at 126 East Third Street, Mount Vernon, IN 47620 will continue to be open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., and 1 to 4 p.m. For questions, contact the oďŹ&#x192;ce at 812-838-1328.

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Maverick Hoehn, left, and Braxton Duke had a great time checking out the animals up for adoption at the Posey County Pound Puppies â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Barktoberfestâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; held at Salon 66 in Wadesville on October 20. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

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Al-Anon Meetings Families that are aďŹ&#x20AC;ected by alcoholism are invited to attend meetings every Wednesday evening at 6:30 p.m. in the lower level of the Saint Wendel Parrish Center located at 10542 West Boonville-New Harmony Road, Evansville. Call for directions 812-9633668. There is no pre-registration and no cost. Everyone is welcome.

Free classes on mental illness NAMIâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Family-to-Family classes educate participants about bipolar disorder, depression, schizophrenia, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), panic or anxiety disorder, borderline personality disorder (BPD), schizoaďŹ&#x20AC;ective disorder, dual diagnosis and PostTraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD); what to do in a psychiatric emergency; empathy; communication, advocacy. The classes are designed for persons who want to better understand and help a loved one who lives with mental illness. NAMI Evansville oďŹ&#x20AC;ers the classes as a community service in collaboration with the Department of Veterans AďŹ&#x20AC;airs. Classes are oďŹ&#x20AC;ered at no cost to participants; however, reservations are necessary. Classes will start September 10 for eleven (11) Monday evenings at Old North United Methodist Church on Stringtown Road on Evansvilleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s north side. Classes are presented by trained family members. Participants gain information and skills. Classes start at 6:45 and end at 9 p.m. Call Sue at 812-303-7548 for more details or to enroll. NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness. NAMI also oďŹ&#x20AC;ers ongoing support groups. See www.namievansville.org for a list of monthly oďŹ&#x20AC;erings.

Birthdays October 31 - John Alsop, Fred Carroll, JeďŹ&#x20AC; Barnes, Mike Kincheloe, Billy Thompson, Brent Lyke, Warren Cummings, Brian Brown, Jacob Wiley, Duane Goedde, Gayle EďŹ&#x192;nger, Joshua Arbary, Gail Turpen, Allison Golba, Kate Hon, Hannah Jolley, Tucker Powers, Dax Charles Schmitt, Dean Earl Schmitt, Linda Conville, Monica Evans November 1 - Rick Gooden, Keri Duckworth, Onnie Flowers, Bonnie Simms, Janice Tomlinson, Serena Limp, Ed Short, Lucas Weinzapfel November 2 - Geneva Hall, Marc E. Hawley, Jenifer Garrett, Emma Jennings,

Working the concession table at the Posey County Pound Puppies â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Barktoberfestâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; held at Salon 66 in Wadesville on October 20 are, left to right: Brenda Vanderver, Toni Howley with Elise Reinitz on her shoulders, Andrea Reinitz and Kelli Alldredge. Dogs were on hand and available for adoption, food and drinks were served with proceeds going to the organization, and Salon 66 donated 10 percent of all product and gift certiďŹ cates purchased that day. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Teeny Mayo, Richard Lange, Denise Rapp November 3 - Bryce Koester, Mike Armstrong, Steve Goodwin, Mark Brown, Joe Spanner, Susan ScaraďŹ a, Gayla S. Werry, Karla Eifert, Charlie Smith, Darvin Barnes, Diann Uhde November 4 - Andy Keck, Mary Dickhart November 5 - Kyle William Whitmore, Mark Salisbury, Sam Miller, Olabelle Straw Gouldman, Terry Ricketts If you have a name to be included, please send to: Posey County News, P.O. Box 397, New Harmony, IN 47631, or email: news@ poseycountynews.com

Note: Before the next issue of the Western Star, Posey County will add another soldier to the Gold Star list. His name is Private John M. Mitz. Before you read about Private Mitz, according to the latest German note, Germany wants peace. President Wilson wants the United States and Allies associated with her in a position to enforce any arrangements agreed upon. Private John M. Mitz was the son of John and Hannah Mitz of Wadesville, Posey County. John was born March 2, 1892. He was listed as a farm laborer and entered the service January 24, 1918, at Mount Vernon. Private Mitz was sent to Camp Sherman, Ohio and was assigned to Co. I, 333rd Infantry. Later, he was placed in Co. D, 364th Infantry, of the 84th Division. Private Mitz went overseas September 2, 1918. He died of pneumonia October 29, 1918 in the hospital at Allery, France. He was buried at Allery, France. OďŹ&#x192;cersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Training School - Three Mount Vernon boys, William Dexhelmer, George Curtis, and Edgar McKenzie are among those chosen to attend OďŹ&#x192;cersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Infantry School training at Camp Pike, Indianapolis, Ind., October 29.

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Flu News - An announcement was made today that the ban against public gatherings on account of inďŹ&#x201A;uenza may be lifted. Has Narrow Escape - F. M. Caborn, member of the ďŹ rm of Caborn Bros., who operate a grain elevator at Caborn Station a few miles east of this city, came near losing his life Monday afternoon, when a part of his clothing was caught in the clutch of the large gasoline engine. All of his clothing was torn from his body and had it not been for the timely assistance of Will Barton and Antone ZithoďŹ&#x20AC;, who were at work in the elevator, Mr. Caborn would perhaps have been killed. The men hurriedly cut the clothing, and only by this means was he released. Find Mangled Body On Tracks - Death Is A Mystery - Tuesday morning as the section crew on the L & N Railroad were going to work they found on the tracks near the shelter-house at Caborn, the mangled remains of a white man. The scattered remains were gathered up and brought to Shortâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s morgue to be prepared for burial. Personal eďŹ&#x20AC;ects on the remains identiďŹ ed him as â&#x20AC;&#x153;John Francis Macrell, Leadville Lake, Colorado, September 12, 1918â&#x20AC;? show-

ing that he had registered for the service at that place on that date. Around his neck, was found a medal with the following words: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sacred Heart Have Mercy On Us.â&#x20AC;? In the center was a cross (St. Benedict), the young man no doubt being a Catholic. After telegrams were exchanged, his remains were prepared by Mr. Short and shipped home to his parents. War Or No War, Life Goes On: Wedding - MollerFrick United In MarriageWilliam G. Moeller, and Miss Laura, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frick, all of this city, went to Henderson, Kentucky last Thursday where they were quietly married, but the secret did not leak out until yesterday. Mr. Moeller is connected with his father in the cooperage business, and his marriage comes as a pleasant surprise to his many friends in this city. Pleasant Visits - Miss Hattie Maas of Evansville, spent Sunday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jake Maas. William Uhde of R. R. 3, gave us (Western Star) a pleasant call Monday. Sick Call - David Culley, is slowly improving after a two-weeks illness at his home on East Second Street. Remember our U. S. soldiers at Christmas. Only food packed in tin can be sent.

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Briefly Beyond the Walls Ministry Join us in a Christ centered support group held every Tuesday evening to help with all areas of life. Meal served at 6 p.m., bible study at 7 p.m. Meeting held at the Beyond the Walls Campus, 424 Vine Street, Mount Vernon. For more information contact Pastor Bryan Thompson 812-455-3013.

Ladies Support Group We oﬀer a Christ centered ladies only support group. We use a 12 - step program from Anchor Point Foundation. Journey through recovery with Jesus Christ becoming the Godly women you were designed to be. We meet Friday evenings at 6 p.m., at the Beyond the Walls Campus, 424 Vine Street, Mount Vernon. For more information contact Sally Denning 812-483-6692, Heidi Blackburn 812-483-9294.

N.A. “Easy Does It” Meetings held every Wednesday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 8 p.m. Beyond the Walls Campus located at 424 Vine Street, Mount Vernon. For more information contact Larry Elliot 812-781-9370.

Men’s Bible Study Come join us in a men’s only bible study every Saturday morning at 8 a.m. Beyond the Walls Campus, 424 Vine Street, Mount Vernon.

Johnson United Methodist Church “Get Your Game On” Game Day set Johnson United Methodist Church will have a family game day, open to all, on Sunday, November 11 from 3 p.m. to 5 at the church. There will be various board and card games oﬀered for all ages so come and enjoy an afternoon of shared fun. Light refreshments will be served. Upcoming game dates are: Sunday, December 9; Sunday, January 13; and Sunday, February 10.

Salem United Church of Christ continues to celebrate its one-hundred-seventieth anniversary year. On June 9, 1848, a missionary from Westphalia, Germany, Heinrich Toelke wrote to the American Home Missionary Society that he was preaching every Sunday afternoon to a gathering of twelve families in a hilly region near the Ohio River, eight miles from the city of Evansville and not far from the Black Hawk Mill. These twelve families soon organized as a congregation and chose the name Salem (Peace) as suggested by the location. This was the beginning of Salem United Church of Christ, Heusler.

Bridges of Hope Fair Trade Sale planned Bridges of Hope, a Fair Trade mission of First United Methodist Church, Mount Vernon, Ind., will be hosting their annual Fair Trade Sale in Wesley Hall on Saturday, November 3 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Find that perfect gift from a wide range of handcrafted items from around the world. There will be Christmas ornaments galore, nativities from Bethlehem, baskets from Ghana, puppets from Zimbabwe, jewelry from South Africa, Equal Exchange coﬀee and chocolate, Divine chocolate, toys, puzzles, and much more. A soup and sandwich lunch will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., prepared and served by the United Methodist Women. Find us on Facebook at BridgesofHopeFairTrade, on the web at ﬁrstumcmv.com/mission/boh, or email us at bridgesofhopemvfairtrade@gmail.com.

MVCC - Black’s Chapel Chicken Supper is Nov. 3 Mount Vernon Community Church - Black’s Chapel UMC will host their traditional Chicken Supper on Saturday, November 3 from 4 to 7 p.m. The menu includes fried chicken, dumplings, mashed potatoes and gravy, dressing, green beans, corn, coleslaw, homemade desserts and drinks. Serving will begin at 4 and continue until 7 p.m. Adults $11; Children age four-12, $6. Carry outs will be available. There will be a Country Store featuring baked goods and craft items. Mount Vernon Community Church is located at 1800 West Fourth Street in Mount Vernon, by the water tower.

Sermon of the Week: The Light Pastor Bryan Thompson There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. (7) This man came for a witness, to bear witness of the Light, that all through him might believe. (8) He was not that Light, but was sent to bear witness of that Light. (9) That[a] was the true Light which gives light to every man coming into the world. (10) He was in the world, and the world was made through Him, and the world did not know Him. (11) He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him. (12) But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name: (13) who were born, not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh, nor of the will of man, but of God (John 1:6-13 NKJV) Light, when introduced it changes things. Some light simply illuminates, walk into a room and flip the switch that introduces power to a fluorescent light bulb. The room is instantly effected things unseen are now seen. A fluorescent bulb has limited power. It makes things visible but does not contain the power it takes to change the state of anything. John the Baptist proclaimed that a light had

been sent from the God the Father. This light had no restrictions. It contains power to change everyone in the world. God revealed His heart through the Son Jesus Christ, the light of this world. The brief description we have in this passage concerning Jesus is; “light”. Jesus stepped into a world that had limited light sources, the sun, moon, stars and fire. Light brings activity Jesus said; “A city set on a hill cannot be hidden; nor does anyone light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house” (Matthew 5:14-15 NAS). Life is attracted to light. In the presence of the “Light”, the world maintained an option, to accept or reject the power offered by the light. The light was contained in a package, the voice or as the evangelist stated; “the Word became flesh” (John 1:14). God revealed His heart through the Son Jesus Christ, the light of this world. To accept the light, is to become born according to the will of God, instantly becoming a child of God. Pastor Bryan Thompson at: bthompson72@wowway.com. Point Township Church of the Nazarene. Beyond The Walls Ministry.

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“Salem’s Cookbook” is a collection of over 300 recipes that were contributed by members, friends and family of the Salem United Church of Christ. Cookbooks will be available for purchase from the Country Store/Bazaar at the annual Sausage Supper, Saturday, November 17. The Powerhouse Four, pictured above, are looking very happy as they hold copies of “Salem’s Cookbook” 2018. Left to right are: Marilane Becker, Marilyn Burgdorf, Ruby Grebe, and Delores Hedema. Photo submitted

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The Posey County Sheriff’s Office again participated in the National Drug Take-Back program, which took place on October 27. Posey County Sheriff Greg Oeth, Ron Hinderliter and Kim Russell stand behind boxes of medication. “The collection and disposal program helps to ensure that prescription drugs don’t become street drugs,” said Sheriff Oeth. Flushing medication is not a recommended disposal method, as this can result in environmental and health related issues. This marks the sixteenth Drug Take-Back event and the sheriff reported a collection of 45 pounds of medications dropped off at a collection site outside of the Mount Vernon CVS store. Photo submitted

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Members of the New Harmony Parks and Recreation/Tree Board presented the town with a Maple in honor of National Arbor Day on Saturday, October 20 at Maclure Park. Winners of the Arbor Day Poster Contest from North Elementary School were announced and were presented with awards. Pictured above left are, left to right: Amanda Bryden, Rose Back, Jill Garcia, and Sue Krozel; in front is Norah Elliott. Above right: Elliott, daughter of Austin and Elizabeth Elliott and a North Elementary School first grader, displays her second place winning entry and certificate. Photos by Theresa Bratcher New owner and operator of the Golden Rose in New Harmony, Stephanie Cole, stands behind a candy counter at the shop. Cole recently purchased the shop and hopes to have a grand opening the weekend of Christmas in New Harmony. The shop is currently open for florals and candies Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cole says they will have baby items, bereavement items and home décor. She’s also looking into having a small boutique section for ladies. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Halloween Events First Baptist Halloween “Treat Night” October 31, 5 to 8 p.m., Corner of First and Tavern Street, New Harmony, for a free hot dog, chili dog, nachos and cheese, and drink while you are out trick-ortreating. Everyone is welcome. Stop in with the family to enjoy a hot meal. Treat night will be held in Fellowship Hall.

Troop 387 to combat hunger with their Annual Food Drive You can help ﬁght hunger this holiday season. Boy Scout Troop 387 of Poseyville, Ind., will be having their annual canned and non-perishable food drive on Saturday, November 3, 2018 to help local families in need for the upcoming holiday season. Scouts from Troop 387 will be going door to door in Poseyville, Cynthiana, Griﬃn and

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Looking quite Gothic at the Saint Francis Trunk-orTreat on Sunday afternoon are, left to right, Roger Pritchett, Karen Pritchett, Marietta Eﬃnger and Tom Eﬃnger. Photo by Dave Pearce

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set for November 11 Primitive Rug Hooking Workshop - Sunday November 11 from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Cost of Workshop: $45 Where: Rosebud Antiques - 609 Main Street, New Harmony, Ind., During the workshop the shop will be closed to the public. Teacher: Rita Hicks Davis - Teaching Rug Hooking and Arts and Crafts for 35 years. To reserve a spot or for more info, please call 812-781-9140. The workshop will start out with a short history on hooking that originated in the Maritime Provinces of Canada and the North Eastern United States. Each participant will receive their own kit to keep with all the supplies needed that consists of materials and tools to complete a sample mat, including a handmade rug hook, backing, wool fabric for strips,

and various miscellaneous items. During the class you will also have use of your own individual frame. Students should bring a pair of sharp fabric scissors. Demonstrations and individual attention. Several examples both antique and modern will be on display. Short break for coffee, tea, and cookies with Shopping Table of supplies and various sundries. The popularity of rug hooking has made its way down to the Midwest and has found it’s own following amongst knitters, quilters, and crafters both female and male alike. Great winter pastime too. Note: To Clarify - The term ‘primitive’ in this case refers to the size of the cut of the cloth. Also, this craft is not to be confused with Latch Hook which uses yarn and a different style hook. This workshop made possible by a generous grant from the Harmonie Associates.

Holiday Bazaar to be held in Mount Vernon A Holiday Bazaar will be held at Trinity United Church of Christ Fellowship Hall on November 3. The doors will be open from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. The hall is located at 505 Mulberry Street, Mount Vernon, Ind. There will be lots of items to shop from including: holiday items, collectibles, glassware, hand-made gifts, and baked goods to name just a few. There is still some vendor space available for set up. You can rent tables for $15 each. For more information or vendor space call 812-483-5904 or 812-455-7876.

Mount Vernon Lions Club Pancake Day set On November 3, 2018 the Mount Vernon Lions Club will host a pancake day from 7 to 11 a.m. at the American Legion’s post five. Proceeds will go toward funding fireworks on the riverfront. Kids 12 and under eat free; $8 for adults.

Free Family Photo shoot planned This event is free, and open to the public. The Mount Vernon High School photography class will offer a free family portrait shoot on November 17, 2018 from 3 to 5 p.m. in the main foyer at Mount Vernon High School. There is limited spacing and time. If you are needing anymore information please contact Stephaine Sharber at sharbersl@mvschool.org.

Christmas on Main Street meeting set The Christmas On Main Street committee will meet on November 1 at 6 p.m. in the meeting room at the Mount Vernon Police and Fire Station. Anyone interested in being involved in this years event are welcome to attend. Crafts and food vendors are welcome and entries for the parade are need soon. Any questions please call Becky Higgins at 812-204-7388.

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Above, left: local band the Flatheads performed lively tunes for Marketgoers Thursday evening at Riverbend Park. Photo by Lois Mittino Gray Above, Simon Seifert, 8, Zade Wolf, 6, and Attalia Wolf, 10, enjoyed painting pumpkins oﬀered free by the FCCLA club and McKims IGA at the last Riverbend Market of the year. Photo by Lois Mittino Gray

Members of Gives Back Committee of Western Hills Country Club, located in Mount Vernon, present J.J. Mohr, Gilda’s Club Board Vice-President a check in the amount of $17,810; making total donations to Gilda’s Club of Evansville $18,510. This donation was made possible from funds raised during an October Golf Scramble, Silent Auction and Cocktail Party, which featured entertainment by The Honey Vines. Presenting the check, l to r, are: committee members Brenda Bourne, Diana Billman, JoEllen Dausman, J.J. Mohr, Amy Smith and Katie Gretler. Other committee members include Sondra Ash, Johna Bredemeier, and Jeanne Schmidt. Photo submitted.

Saint Philip Card Party set for Nov. 7 The Saint Philip Ladies Club is sponsoring it’s annual Card Party on Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at 6:30 p.m. in the Gymnasium. Door open at 6 p.m. This year the Card Party features a Quilt Raﬄe, Special Raﬄe, Chinese Auction, and Tasting Table with casseroles, main dishes, appetizers, salads, dips, and desserts. The Kitchen will have ham salad or

chicken salad sandwiches, veggies and dip, fruit and dip, pies, cakes, Chex mix and Puppy Chow. Tables will not be reserved for card players. There will however be designated tables for handicapped or those in need of special seating arrangements. For any questions please contact Kelli at 812-4312036. License Number 145812

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PC Pound Puppies Bazaar set for Nov. 17 items. Several new vendors have already signed up but spaces are still available. Breakfast and lunch will be available. The menu includes our popular homemade soups, Homemade Barbecue from Joyce and Stan Hack of Mount Vernon, plus coﬀee, soft drinks, and desserts. The event is free and open to the public, but attendees are encouraged to bring along a donation that PCPP can use

Thursday, November 15 – Chicken/ Dressing, Peas, Coleslaw, Banana Pudding Thursday, November 22 NO MEAL SERVED We wish you a Blessed Thanksgiving Thursday, November 29 – Chicken Casserole, Salad, Roll, Dessert No preaching. Just good eating. Everyone welcome.

The ninth Annual PC Pound Puppies Holiday Craft Bazaar will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2018, at the historic Ribeyre Gym and Annex in New Harmony. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds of the Craft Show beneﬁt PC Pound Puppies (PCPP) and are used to pay for the medical costs of rescued dogs. The Craft Show will feature more than 40 booths of high-quality crafts and gift

on October 8. (Please note: if you register after October 22, you will need to call the library.) October 30 - Go on a Mock Paranormal Investigation with Mount Vernon Paranormal Society at 6 p.m. - Join Mount Vernon Paranormal Society as they walk through a mock investigation of the Alexandrian Public Library. Participants will experience the elements required for an investigation: pre-screening, equipment set-up, debunking methods and examining the evidence gathered. Adults and teens are welcome. NOTE: While this will be set up like an investigation, we do not anticipate any paranormal results. November 1, 8, 15 and 29 - Adult Drawing and Watercolor Workshop at 10:00 a.m. - This series is for anyone wishing to learn or perfect skills in drawing or watercolor. In the Ohio Room at the Alexandrian Public Library. Registration is no longer required. If you have your own art supplies, you can join in at any time. If you have questions about supplies, please call Stan Campbell at 812-838-3286. November 1, 8, 15 and 29 - Laughs and Crafts at 3:30 p.m. - Laughs and Crafts Club

is an after school program that oﬀers educational and fun activities, including a variety of crafts, literature, games, short movies and snacks. This will be a six-week session because of the Thanksgiving holiday. Registration is required, but attendance at all six programs is not required. To register after October 25, please call the library. Join us for lots of laughs! This program is for kids in kindergarten through the ﬁfth grade. November 3 and 4 - Friends of the Alexandrian Public Library Book Sale - Saturday, November 3 and Sunday, November 4. Preceding the public sale, a Friends-only special preview sale will be held Friday, November 2 from 1 to 4:00 p.m. You may join the Friends of the Alexandrian Public Library at the door. November 5 through November 30 Friends of the APL Annual Silent Auction. You must be 18 or older to bid on items. Auction items will be on display in “The Current” located across from the Circulation Desk. November 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 and 27 - Baby/Toddler Storytime at 9:30 a.m. - Stories, rhymes, and songs for children ages birth

Community Table - November Free meal every Thursday, serving from 5 - 6 p.m. at Saint Paul’s United Methodist Church, Poseyville. Thursday, November 1 – Cheeseburger Dorito Casserole, Corn, Salad, S’more Pudding Thursday, November 8 – Ham Slice, Mac & Cheese, Green Beans, Applesauce, Cupcakes

Robert Combs Rainey enjoyed keeping an eye on his cousins during the Harvest Hayride at Thursday evening’s Riverbend Market on the Mount Vernon riverfront. From left, Robert, Bonnie and Gibson Rainey, Karter Schnautz, and Finn Rainey. The free hayrides were sponsored by Phillip Wells of TMI Contractors. Photo by Lois Mittino Gray

for homeless dogs. Suggested items include new collars and leashes, new dog toys, new or gently used dog crates (wire or plastic – especially large sizes), ﬂea and heartworm preventives like Advantix and Heartgard, paper towels, and spray cleaners (409, etc.). For more information about the Craft Show or to inquire about booth rental, contact Cathy Powers at 812963-3890 or 812-499-6413 or garnetmist@aol.com.

APL News October 1 through October 31 - Food for Fines. - This October will be your opportunity to redeem yourself and help the local Food Pantry. The Alexandrian Public Library will again be clearing one overdue ﬁne from a customer’s account for each nonperishable food item brought in for “Can My Fines.” October 30 - Preschool Storytime at 10:30 a.m. - This is a program for children ages three to ﬁve that introduces reading in a fun way through stories, crafts, and other activities. Parents/caregivers are not required to attend storytime with their child, but must remain in the library. You may register for either the Monday or the Tuesday program. Registration started on October 8. (Please note: if you register after October 22, you will need to call the library.) October 30 - Preschool Storytime at 10:30 a.m. - This is a program for children ages 3-5 years that introduces reading in a fun way through stories, crafts, and other activities. Parents/caregivers are not required to attend storytime with their child, but must remain in the library. You may register for either the Monday or the Tuesday program. Registration started

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to 36 months and their caregivers. We will be meeting in the Kid’s Corner. You may register for either the Monday or the Tuesday program. Registration started on October 8. (Please note: if you register after October 22, you will need to call the library.) November 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 and 27 - Preschool Storytime at 10:30 a.m. - This is a program for children ages three to ﬁve years that introduces reading in a fun way through stories, crafts, and other activities. Parents/caregivers are not required to attend storytime with their child, but must remain in the library. You may register for either the Monday or the Tuesday program. Registration started on October 8. (Please note: if you register after October 22, you will need to call the library.) How to register for a program - You can register well in advance for any of our library programs by going to our website at https://alexandrianpl.org. Cannot register on-line? Call the library at 812-838-3286 or visit in person. Our library staﬀ representative will be ready to assist you and answer your questions. Check out our Facebook page.

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United Way closes in on halfway mark for $650,000 goal Gretchen Mansfield, President of the United Way of Posey County, announced today that the campaign drive has raised 48 percent of the $650,000 goal. She said “Thank you to all the people in our community who are volunteers for the United Way campaign this year. These individuals are giving their time and efforts to help our United Way in Posey County reach its goal of $650,000 so that the agencies and programs can continue to be available for all the people of Posey County. During the Day of Caring, SABIC and Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance of Posey County spent time helping at the Posey County Council on Aging. They cleaned vehicles and helped spruce up the landscaping. “We look forward to the Day of Caring every year. It is always such a wonderful boost when we get these extra volunteers to help us with some general upkeep each

year,” said Monica Evans, Executive Director. The Posey County Council on Aging is a non-profit agency created for the purpose of improving the life of older Americans. The provide vehicle rides to medical appointment or to help run errands such as grocery shopping. In addition, there are activities at the facility such as exercise classes or group functions at the holidays. Mansfield added that because of the community spirit and generosity of local businesses, the fundraisers for the United Way of Posey County campaign continue. Dairy Queen in Mount Vernon will donate 20 percent of sales on November 5 from 4 to 7 p.m. There will be a United Way Rib Fest at McKim’s IGA on November 8. Hawg ‘N Sauce will donate 20 percent to our United Way in Posey County on November 13, and Bliss will donate 25 percent of total sales on November 19. The coupons are

available by contacting the United Way. The United Way of Posey County is holding a raffle again this year for two tickets and a $100 gift card that were donated to the Colts vs. Dolphins football game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on November 25. These seats are street level seats. Raffle tickets are $20 each. The drawing will be the afternoon of November 1, so please make sure you get your raffle ticket prior to noon on November 1. All proceeds will go to the United Way of Posey County. Anyone who would like to help may contact the United Way at 812-838-3637 or unitedwayposey@gmail.com, or send a contribution to the United Way of Posey County at P.O. Box 562, Mount Vernon, IN 47620 or drop them off at our office located at 128 West Third Street in Mount Vernon.

SABIC employees take part in the United Way Day of Caring recently. Pictured are: Dejin (Derek) Li, Ahmed Youssef, Kaeley Fagan. Photo submitted

At left, the overall winner of the best costume at the Poseyville Community Center on Sunday afternoon is Ace Cox in his helicopter costume. At right, Kenzie Farrar enjoys being in the arms of her father, Jon Farrar after coming in from outside on Saturday evening at the Hutson Equipment open house in Poseyville. Photos by Dave Pearce

Briefly WMI’s 2018 Lecture Series finale All snuggled up by the ﬁre at the Hutson Equipment Open house on Saturday evening in Poseyville are Allison Garbers, Khloe Walter, and Rita Garbers. Photo by Dave Pearce

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The Friends of the Working Men’s Institute’s last lecture in their 2018 Lecture Series features Kristalyn Shefveland. She will speak at the Working Men’s Institute (WMI) in New Harmony on Tuesday, November 6, at 6:30 p.m. Kristalyn Shefveland is an associate professor of history at the University of Southern Indiana. A scholar of the indigenous Eastern Woodlands of North America, her research and publications focus on the intersections of settlers and indigenous peoples in the American Southeast; she is currently working on a book on historical memory of Florida and collecting oral histories from the Evansville region for the River Cities Oral History Project, a collaborative public and digital history eﬀort between community members and USI students.

Friends of APL Fall Book Sale The next Friends of the Alexandrian Public Library book sale will be held Saturday, November 3 and Sunday, November 4. Preceding the public sale, a Friends-only special preview sale will be held Friday, November 2 from 1 to 4 p.m. You may join the Friends of the Alexandrian Public Library at the door. With a few exceptions, all hardback books will sell for $1 and paperback books will sell at 50 cents. Book categories will include: Art, Biography, Children’s, Cooking, Gardening, History, Home Repair, Literature, Math, Mystery, Fiction, Nonﬁction, Reference, Science, Sports, Travel, and much more. All revenue from our Friends’ book sale will go back to the Alexandrian Public Library for the purchase of materials, enhanced programming, and special projects. Used book and DVD donations accepted until November 1, 2018. We cannot accept: damaged books (e.g. moldy, dirty, water damaged, missing covers, missing pages, excessive marking), Encyclopedias, periodicals, magazines, and Readers Digest Condensed Books. The Friends will also need assistance from their members and the public in sorting books prior to the sale, working during the sale and various other duties are always needed and welcomed. To volunteer your services, call Stan Campbell at 812-838-3286.

Annual Christmas Auction scheduled for November

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Saint Peters United Methodist Women, 2800 Saint Phillips Road, will host their Annual Christmas Auction on Sunday, November 11, 2018, at 2 p.m. Handmade Quilt, hand crafted items, home baked goods, and other holiday items will be auctioned. Light refreshments and baby-sitting will be available. All proceeds fund mission projects.

American Legion sets date for ‘Make It, Bake It, Fake It’ auction American Legion Auxiliary Unit 5 of Mount Vernon will be holding their annual Make It, Bake It, Fake It Auction November 3 at 6:30 p.m. There will also be an all you can eat ﬁsh fry starting at 5:30 p.m. $12 adult, $8 children (eight and under). Please note, no outside food may be brought in. Thank you for your cooperation. This is always a fun time, come on down! Cash or checks for auction. ATM available at Legion.

Mt. Vernon Elks Lodge plans ‘Make It, Bake It, Fake It’ auction Mt. Vernon Elks Lodge #277 will hold its 16th Annual Make It Bake It Fake It Auction on Saturday, November 10 with Andy Winiger, auctioneer. Doors open at 4 p.m. A fried chicken dinner with mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetable and a roll is available for $10.50. A one-trip salad bar with dinner is an additional $2. Salad bar only as an entree is $4.50. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. The auction begins at 7 p.m. Public welcome for this dinner and auction. Half pot drawing at 8:30 p.m. Call 812-838-3361 and leave message for reservations. We hope to see you there for this evening of fun and fundraising for Posey County.

Mount Vernon Moose Lodge set to have fish fry The Mount Vernon Moose Lodge will have a ﬁsh fry on Friday, November 2 at their building on West Second Street from 5 to 8 p.m. Food includes ﬁsh, potato salad, baked beans, cole slaw, hushpuppies and desserts. All you can eat until it’s gone.

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Tercera holiday auction set The Ladies of Tercera invite everyone to come on November 14 for food and fun while helping support scholarships for North Posey students. The fee free annual auction will be at the St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Hall in Poseyville. Doors open at 5:30 and the light buffet will begin at 6 p.m. with the auction to follow. Items in the silent and live auction include handmade decorations, gift baskets, candies and baked goods, and many items for the home and for gift giving. The proceeds from this fundraiser are used to fund two $1,000 academic scholarships to graduates of North Posey High School. For more information, call Maggie at 812459-9851.

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‘NPSB’ continued from Page A1 A raise for bus drivers was previously approved. In addition to the attendance stipend previously approved, each bus driver shall receive $500 and qualifying sub drivers will receive $300. An increase for cafeteria staff had also been previously approved. An additional stipend of $823 will be paid to the cafeteria director and head cooks. All other cafeteria workers shall receive $500 each. In addition to the raises, all employees on the health insurance plan will receive a one-time reprieve this year. There will be only 23 weeks of health insurance deductions in 2019. One of the scheduled 24 deductions, will not be taken. The teacher’s bargaining committee will determine which one of the spring 2019 pay dates will be the insurance holiday. In other business: The following retirements/resignations were approved: Melody Patton to resign from

her positions as the head cook and the part time custodian at North Elementary effective October 5, 2018. The following hiring requests for the 2018-2019 school year were approved: Nancy Dougan to hire Cynthia Meredith as a cook working five hours per day at North Elementary. In addition, Dougan will move Becky Gray to the head cook position effective October 9, 2018. Assistant Athletic Director and head basketball coach Heath Howington to have John Morrow, Kyle Hill, Nick Bohler, and Ethan Morlock as volunteer coaches for the 2018-2019 basketball season. North Posey Junior High Principal Steve Kavanaugh to hire Kaitlin Norman for the cheerleading coach for the 2018-2019 junior high basketball season. Hailey Harris will also serve as the volunteer junior high dance coach. She will also help the high school dance team. An approval was granted for

Shannon Schickel to take approximately 25 students to the Indiana Association of Student Councils Convention in Indianapolis November 3-4, 2018. All expenses will be paid out of Student Council except substitutes and travel. In an effort to comply with state regulations regarding school corporation budgets, the board will effectively do away with the Capital Projects Fund, the Transportation Fund, and the Bus Replacement Fund and they will all become one fund. Necessary steps were taken to enable moneys to be appropriated into accounts where the money can be spent as needed. In addition, Camp asked the Board to adopt the 2019 Budgets, Capital Projects Plan, and School Bus Replacement Plan as discussed at the Budget Hearing on September 24, 2018. Keith Oeth, Posey County Young Life director presented the “Glenda The next Regular Board meet- Oeth Donor of the Year” award to Pastor Larry Conyers of First Baptist ing will be Monday, November Church, New Harmony, at their annual banquet held Tuesday evening 12, 2018 at South Terrace. in Mount Vernon. Photo submitted

‘New Harmony’ continued from Page A1 since the current base flood elevation was enacted, and many property owners are receiving renewal statements for their flood insurance. Many residents feel that number should be changed after detailed study, resulting in their property being out of the flood zone that requires the expensive insurance. Councilman Flanders made a motion that council authorize submittal of the letter to Senator Tomes and Representative McNamara. The motion died for lack of a second. Councilman Roger Wade feels the town is wasting its time by sending the letter now during an election year. He thinks council should consider sending a letter in January. Councilman Flanders responded that being a legislator is a year round job, and he does not feel the upcoming election should pre-

vent them from acting. Later during Open Forum, resident Sue Krozel asked council to reconsider Councilman Flanders request to send a letter to both legislators. In other action, Councilman Wade made and Flanders seconded a motion the 2019 budget be adopted. President Blaylock reported the bid period opened on October 9 for the former school property and the South Street residential property. To date, no bids have been received, but he has received one phone inquiry. President Blaylock appointed local resident Ron Eimer as a member of the New Harmony Bridge Authority. The town is in the process of meeting nondiscrimination and accessibility requirements. The original deadline to have all deficiencies corrected was October 26, and a

letter was prepared and approved requesting an extension of time to complete the tasks in the voluntary corrective action plan, as prepared by Clerk-Treasurer Atkins. President Blaylock read Resolution 2018-9 in title only. This resolution adopts nondiscrimination and grievance procedures as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. It passed unanimously. President Blaylock then read Resolution 2018-10 in title only. This resolution adopts a complaint procedure under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Councilman Flanders pointed out several items in the resolution which he finds confusing. All were in favor, except Councilman Flanders, who abstained on the basis of the resolution being confusing. The motion carried. President Blaylock read Resolution 2018-11 in title only.

This resolution adopts an external complaint policy and complaint form under the Civil Rights Act. All were in favor, except Councilman Flanders, who abstained on the basis of the resolution being confusing. The motion carried. In department reports, Councilman Virginia Alsop thanked Charles and Sally Huck for donating flags for Church and Main Streets. Councilman Flanders asked that residents refrain from dropping items off at the recycling center when it is closed. Councilman Wade reported the 600 block potluck party was well attended, and may become an annual event, with a different location each year. In other council action: • The council voted to replace a pump at the lift station and a gear box at the wastewater plant at an estimated cost of $20,000.

• President Blaylock read the Arbor Day Proclamation in full. • President Blaylock announced the structure at 629 South St. is being demolished. • A 15-month maintenance agreement with Frontier Geospatial for the GIS mapping was approved. Councilman Flanders questioned the limits of liability stated in the agreement. Attorney Erin Bauer stated this would only be a concern in her mind if they were drilling under the road, etc. Councilman Flanders asked what recourse the town has if their mapping turns out to be inaccurate. Attorney Bauer repeated this clause does not concern her, since Frontier Geospatial did no digging. • Clerk-Treasurer Atkins announced the upgrade of the Town’s website should be complete in approximately one week.

‘Golden Years’ continued from Page A1 University, or OCU. When David needed to transfer to Indiana State College, now Indiana State University, or ISU, Terre Haute, to complete his undergraduate degree in speech pathology, the couple became engaged. (David went on to complete graduate work in speech pathology at ISU in 1968.) Within a month of their 1962 college graduations (Judy finished at OCU in three years), the couple celebrated a June wedding. On June 22, 1962, David and Judy wed at Mount Vernon General Baptist Church with Judy’s Uncle Harold Ranes and Dr. Onis Chapman, the President then of OCU, presiding. David’s work as a disc jockey for WTHI in Terre Haute landed them in his familiar surroundings for the summer following their wedding. Soon, however, the newlyweds’ work took them to neutral territory. From September 1962 until November 2006, they made their home in Gibson County. They settled first in Francisco from 1962 to 1973. David worked in the Gibson County public schools as a speech pathologist before connecting with the Rehabilitation Center and the Visiting Nurse Association and later establishing his own private practice. All told, he served as a speech pathologist 53 years before retiring in 2015. At the same time, Judy taught

English and German at Francisco High School for two years until she and David started their family. “We both wanted me to stay home with our son when he was born in 1964 and then our daughter who was born in 1966,” Judy recalls. When the children were older, in 1973, the Whitten family moved to Oakland City. Before then, in 1969, Judy had started to teach English as an adjunct faculty member at OCU. In 1976, she received promotion to Director of Alumni, a position she held until her retirement in 2006. Before her retirement, in 2004, OCU awarded her the Doctor of Humane Letters (LHD). Upon the occasion of Judy’s retirement, she and David moved to her native Mount Vernon in November 2006. Their riverfront home displays family pictures in every room except the bathroom, Judy notes and chuckles. Their family has grown beyond their son and daughter to include five grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Great grandchild number six is expected in December. Their son, Michael (Karen), is the Principal at Boonville High School. Their daughter, Melanie (Steve) Wood, the wife of a congregational minister, works in the Durand, Michigan, school system. The grandchildren and

great grandchildren are located, Judy points out, from Michigan to Mississippi. All five grown grandchildren are thriving in their personal and professional lives. “The worst part of it is they all live far away, but they come to visit when they can,” Judy admits. “We appreciate Facebook and Facetime. That’s how we keep up with them.” With their family spread over such distance, David and Judy appreciate their Mount Vernon community all the more. David’s parents and sister have passed away. He says moving to Mount Vernon was “starting over,” but is satisfied here, especially having “met a lot of good people.” For Judy, the move here was a homecoming. It allowed her to be present to her mother in her final years and to reconnect with former classmates and with her two sisters. “It’s been a real pleasure and a joy to be here. I got to be here during the last seven years of my mother’s life. She died in November of 2013,” Judy reminisces. “Actually, for the last three or four years, she lived in the house right across the street … It was such a treat to get to spend the last years of her life so close to her after we lived away from here for a long time. We’d come down here often, but living here is so much better than just visiting. I was thrilled

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we were able to do that. By that time, David’s parents were gone. He came along and has always been a part of anything and everything we’ve done here.” Likewise, Judy appreciates spending time with members of the MVHS Class of 1959. “It’s been a treat,” she says, “to renew old acquaintances with my classmates. Our class— we’re close. The ones that live around here, we still get together once a month. In fact, tomorrow (October 10) is our lunch together. Sometimes, we have 15; sometimes, we have 20; and sometimes, we have 30. People bring their spouses with them, so we’ve got to enjoy the sunset years of our lives together.” Even more endearing is the special relationship Judy may maintain now with her sisters, Nancy Sexton and Ann (George) Fischer. The three families share the riverfront home. Although each family has a separate entrance, all of the sisters cherish their togetherness. “I am so blessed to be able to live in this home with my two sisters. This is a three-family residence. We didn’t set out for it to be

that way, but it happened. At the time of mother’s death, we were all living in this home. We’d go over and spend the night with her (in the preceding days) … It was a beautiful thing,” Judy comments. “As we get older, we realize how precious it is for us to all be together. We can take each other to the doctor. We can bind each other’s wounds. We can talk to each other about issues and concerns and funny things. We keep up with each other’s children and grandchildren. Again, wonderful. I couldn’t ask for anything better.” Southwestern Indiana and Mount Vernon have benefited from the Whittens’ labor of love over the years. David served on the OCU Board of Trustees from 1970-1976. His beautiful voice has directed choirs in both Francisco and at OCU. More recently, David has served as the sound man for the first four years of Mount Vernon River Days. He is now President of the Posey County Election Board and is in his second term on the CAPE Board of Directors, where he served previously as President. For her part, Judy recently retired as Secretary of the

Mount Vernon River Days Committee, a post she had held since 2009. She has been Secretary of the Posey County Historical Society since 2007 and remains Secretary of the Posey County Republican Party. Unsurprisingly, the Whittens are devoted to their church home, Howell General Baptist, David’s home church. Judy makes clear the couple’s faith has brought them full circle in their relationship—from dawn to sunset. “The common bond that ties our lives and our experience together is our church situation. That’s as important now as then. We’ve always been able to find a church home wherever we’ve been. Those people are dear to us,” Judy states. “We are able to attend worship services with some of David’s classmates from Daniel Wertz and the Class of ’58 and new friends as well. We’d both say those associations and affiliations are the things that have given us the anchors in our lives.” The anchor has held 56 years without slipping. The Whittens would surely tell you an awesome God has held it in place.

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southern Indiana because I truly enjoy changing seasons. Some of the seasons I like better than others. There is something special about each of them, though, so I put up with the ones (OK, one â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not a real happy fan of winter!) that stretch my patience, at times. Fall is, usually, quite lovely around here. It was this year, too, for the one day it appeared. We had raging summer into mid-October, one day of lovely 78-80 degree temps, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been downhill ever since, with high temperatures below average, and sometimes those highs are about what the normal low temperatures are supposed to be. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not sure whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going on with all that. The earth has been around for a bit longer than I have (maybe â&#x20AC;&#x201C; grandkids sometimes imagine that grandparents are older than dirt!) and I know that the seasonal temperatures have ďŹ&#x201A;uctuated for eons â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re still here. (I am NOT going to get into the politics of climate change here!) Autumn brings with it â&#x20AC;&#x201C; usually â&#x20AC;&#x201C; magniďŹ cent color. Red, burgundy, orange, yellow, and many shades and combinations of these colors. I spend quite a bit of time in my vehicle, so I am ever cognizant of the changing scenery in each of the seasons. Since it was warm

so late in the season this year, meteorologists tell us that the colors will be later than normal (no kidding!). I am beginning to see changes in the ďŹ nery that is the leaves on trees as they transform into their winter attire. The slight diďŹ&#x20AC;erence in color teases us. Will the colors this year be brilliant, breathtaking and dazzling, or will they be more subdued, quiet, calm? When you think about, the annual change between seasons, most noticeably fall to winter, can also be paralleled to our lives. While the entirety of our lives is often likened to the seasons â&#x20AC;&#x201C; spring as the very young, summer emerging adulthood, autumn maturity, and winter decline â&#x20AC;&#x201C; I would suggest that we move through all these seasons more often during our lives, not just as deďŹ ned by our birthdays. Think of a new relationship, a new job, a move to a new location. Spring is the newness of the situation, learning and adapting to the freshness of feelings. Summer brings the fullness and lushness of completion, of a maturing situation. During the fall season of any circumstance we may begin to feel the ebbing, the waning, of initial feelings. This is not necessarily a bad thing, just the evolution of the process. And then winter â&#x20AC;&#x201C; not always an end but often a season of retrospection, of looking back and preparing for another new friendship, career, or home. And so these

seasons repeat themselves over and over again during our lives. And, like the current hint of color, the next few days, weeks, months, and years of our lives are yet to be completely revealed. Will the next season be brilliant or subdued?

Blazing hot or calmly cool? Fresh and new, or warm and lush? Like the predictions of heat or rain or snow or wind, we can only know for sure after the event. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the not knowing that makes for fun and inspiration, isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t it? And that, my friends, is all that matters.

Letters to the Editor â&#x20AC;&#x153;Liar, liar, pants of fireâ&#x20AC;?

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hovey Lake Office Locationâ&#x20AC;? To all Posey County residents and anyone else who may utilize Hovey Lake: You are no doubt aware of DNRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plan to relocate its oďŹ&#x192;ce to a seven-acre site that is on Highway 69 about seven miles from the lake itself. Everyone involved knows that the Ohio River ďŹ&#x201A;oods. Those of us who are concerned about this new location believe that, with proper planning and construction, an oďŹ&#x192;ce could be located back at the lake proper where it belongs. Many thanks to Sen. Tomes who has been actively involved with this issue and supports the lake relocation site. Lt. Gov

Crouch visited the lake several weeks ago. There are not only safety and liability issues with the DNR selection, but also the physical presence of an oďŹ&#x192;ce where communication with the visiting public could take place, (as it used to,) is equally important. Hovey Lake is a popular outdoor asset that deserves more respect. Please contact DNR Director Reiter 1-317-46204, Lt. Gov. Crouch 1-317-23245, or Gov. Holcomb 1-317-773-4567 to express your thoughts about this issue. Thank you. Maryann Watson

Dear Reader, Have you seen the lies Wendyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opponent is having run on radio and TV? I am not sure how anything this far from the truth can air. She is not diverting money to Indianapolis (she works for the Evansville school system) just think about that lie. She is not cutting wages on anyone in Indiana. She is not cutting retirement programs in any way. She is not cutting health care for anyone. Research the truth: http://wendymcnamara.com It is always good to see a candidate who is not afraid to debate, in a town hall meeting or a pointed journalistic question. Wendy has shown an exemplary standing in all these areas. Wendy has served as a teacher in this community for as long as I have known her, she loves helping children and hands, his mind and his back in his trade. others. Wendy will tell you the truth. His common sense, leadership, sense of humor, loyalty, honesty, integrity, and ability â&#x20AC;&#x153;Preserve Riverbendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s serenityâ&#x20AC;? I am a lifelong resident of Mount Vernon. to mediate are all attributes that helped him in our marriage, our family and his job. His I am a retired pharmacist and my husband love for God, me, our family and his coun- worked for General Electric for 35 years. try is of utmost importance in his life. I can We love life in Mount Vernon and are both honestly say that Jim has stayed true to his active in the community and our church. I support the proposed inclusive playground oath of oďŹ&#x192;ce as Indiana State Senator. He is truly a statesman. He doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t vote and wish to voice my strong opposition to party lines, but takes each bill seriously to locating the playground at Riverbend Park. I have enjoyed the riverfront area all my determine its merit. He worked tirelessly for four years to see CBD oil, (not mari- life. My childhood home was three blocks juana,) be put into law so children suďŹ&#x20AC;er- from the river, and my parents owned a ing from epilepsy and many adults could business on Main Street. Our high school beneďŹ t from itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s healing powers. He is sup- prom was held on a riverboat that docked at portive of Right to Life, Veterans, Schools the foot of Main Street. Today we all enjoy a riverfront much difof Safety, agriculture, business, First Responders and everything in-between. Be- ferent from those days with railroad tracks cause of this, he has earned endorsements and a hominy mill. The recent riverfront refrom all kinds of groups. Your issues are his development was focused on creating a natmost important issues. He has a servantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ural arena on the bank overlooking the Ohio heart and wants to continue to serve Dis- River, which is the best natural resource of trict 49. He hopes he has earned your en- this community. Many people donated time, talent, and treasure to make Riverbend Park dorsement, too. As Jimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wife, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m asking for your sup- a reality, and others continue to do so with port and vote for my husband, Jim Tomes, landscaping, swings, ďŹ&#x201A;ags and banners, and on November 6. Thank you and may God also monuments to honor our veterans. The park is enjoyed by all of the community at bless you and your loved ones. the River Days festival, the musical proSincerely, grams, and other events as well as simply Margie Tomes quiet time, walking, sitting, and watching

Guest Opinion: Margie Tomes â&#x20AC;&#x153;Vote for Jimâ&#x20AC;? Hello, My name is Margie Tomes and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m the wife of Senator Jim Tomes, candidate for re-election for State Senator in District 49. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to tell you a bit about him, myself, and our family. Jim and I met while I was still in High School. He stood out from the other guys even then â&#x20AC;&#x201D; by the way he dressed, combed his hair and his sense of humor â&#x20AC;&#x201D; he was a leader even then. I was 17, Jim 19. After a couple months of dating, we started talking about getting married. However, Uncle Sam had other plans. Jim entered the Army and served in Vietnam from September â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;69 to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;70. I prayed for his safe return and planned our wedding. We married the next month in Saint Wendel Church. As we recently celebrated our forty-eighth anniversary, I can truthfully say that we both have stayed true to the covenant between God and us. We raised our three children together. Jim was the head of the family. He gave direction and discipline to our children, but most of all he loved them. Our children are responsible adults now. We have four grandchildren, three of which are adopted. We love them all! He was a local truck driver with Yellow Freight, which enabled me to stay home and be a full-time mother. What a blessing that was to me and our children! He used his

Over these past months, the public and I have had the opportunity to observe and evaluate the perspectives and agendas of the various candidates in the upcoming elections. Wendyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s honest, pragmatic, and insight into our communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s problems and needs, as well as Wendyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s willingness to examine the issues and listen closely to the publicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s questions and concerns, sets her far apart from the other candidatesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; expected techniques and talk, and so I am writing today to express my support for Wendyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s campaign and my intention both to vote for you in the upcoming elections and to spread word to others of the value of your policies and abilities. Sincerely, BMG, Inc. Bill Gillenwater President

nature. Dennis Noonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pictures of the park capture the serenity of the area and could be a magazine advertisement for Mount Vernon. Dennis played a big part in planning the riverfront amphitheater and presents musical programs there frequently. I commend the bright and dedicated young woman who proposed this inclusive playground. I have known her family most of my life. I also know the family of Avery Beste who was loved by all the community. A tribute to such a special child is ďŹ tting and appropriate for an inclusive playground, but Averyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place should be one of harmony and not divisiveness. However noble, the idea or plan of one person or a small group should not be allowed to alter the character and serenity of Riverbend Park which was developed by long hours of planning, fundraising, and work with input from much of the community. The park was designed for people to enjoy the sights and sounds of the river and nature. Other sites are available and better suited for Averyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place. The beautiful Riverbend Park and its treasured green space should be preserved for our enjoyment now and for future generations. Charlotte Thomas

Guest Column: Wendy McNamara, State Representative Free financial aid event for students, parents Financial aid experts will be available at Ivy Tech Community College in Evansville from 2 to 4 p.m. on October 28 for Indianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Free Application for Federal Student Aid ďŹ ling event to help college-bound students apply for ďŹ nancial aid. College Goal Sunday is a free program that has helped

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more than 94,000 Indiana students and their families properly complete and ďŹ le their FAFSA on time so students receive the highest amount of ďŹ nancial aid available to them. The FAFSA needs to be completed and ďŹ led yearly by students who wish to attend college. The ďŹ ling deadline

is April 15. Students who plan to attend this event should come with a parent or guardian and everything completed from the FAFSA checklist. Participants may also win a $1,000 scholarship being given away to ďŹ ve students who submit a completed evaluation form.

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November 6th cannot get here fast enough for those of us accosted by the national media about the acclaimed virtues of their favorite candidates and the attributed evils of those they dislike. But there is another group of citizens who will be even more grateful when the election is over, that is the candidates themselves. Having been a candidate myself I feel their pain. And the winners will have suffered as much as the losers; although victory may somewhat

assuage the pain of the campaign. However, the elation from an election night win may soon crash on the reality of actually filling a public office and the nagging dread that another campaign may soon be required. Political campaigns remind me of Jerry Clowersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; most famous story. You may recall Clowers who was a standup comedian known as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mouth of the Southâ&#x20AC;?. Clowers was born in Liberty, Mississippi in 1926 and died in Jackson, Mississippi in 1998. He told many humorous stories of southern culture, some of which might fall through the cracks of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s political correctness. His Coon Hunting routine brings

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up the feelings many political candidates experience. You may know the story which involves a Mississippi coon hunter who climbs a tree to confront what he thinks is a raccoon and finds himself in a battle with an unamused lynx. As the hunter is suffering claws and teeth he calls for his fellow coon hunter to shoot up in the tree. His friend yells back he is afraid to fire his gun as he might hit the treed hunter. The hunter in the tree yells back, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fire anyway, one of us has to have some relief!â&#x20AC;? When it comes to political races often candidates are so amazed and chagrined by

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Winners of the Poseyville Police Department and Posey County News coloring contest include: K-First, Jozlyn Joseph of Griﬃn and Mrs. Marrow’s Kindergarten class; Second - Fourth, Mya Hoops of Cynthiana and Mrs. Weber’s third-grade class; Fifth - Sixth, Shawnee LaMar of Poseyville and Mr. Teell’s sixth-grade class. There were 180 participants total. Mya Hoops took best overall with her furry cat design.

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Four Wildcat football players named all-conference By Chris Morlan The Mount Vernon Wildcats displayed an exciting brand of football during the fall sports season. Mount Vernon’s football team had four players named All-Big Eight Conference last Monday evening. The players selected were, seniors Sam Thomas and Asa Spindler, junior Rhett Snodgrass and sophomore Xavier Angel. Sam Thomas was named one of the allconference wide receivers. Thomas led the state for most of the season in receiving yards and points scored. He won numerous weekly awards from the Evansville Courier and Press and WEHT Home Team Friday. On August 24, 2018, Thomas had a football performance for the ages against

North Posey. He scored eight touchdowns against the Vikings along with 287 rushing yards and 129 receiving yards. The state record for touchdowns in a game is ten and that record was set in 2013 by North Central (Farmersburg) Chase Vanschoyck. For the season, Thomas ended with 62 receptions for 1254 yards and 22 touchdowns, 105 carries for 658 yards and eleven touchdowns for a total of 33 touchdowns in ten games. Wildcat quarterback Rhett Snodgrass had a great season as he was one of the best in the state in passing yards. Snodgrass won the Courier and Press player of the week in week three when the Wildcats beat Mount Carmel 41-12. During the

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Mount Carmel game, Snodgrass completed 18 of his 20 passes for 237 yards and four touchdown passes. For the season, Snodgrass completed 121 of his 202 passes for 2144 yards and 28 touchdown passes with only three interceptions. Currently, Snodgrass is ranked fourteenth in the state in passing yards. Snodgrass was ranked as high as third in the state in passing yards at different times during the regular season. Mount Vernon’s Asa Spindler was also named to the All-Big Eight Conference team as an offensive lineman. Spindler was a team co-captain for the Wildcats who played as an offense tackle and defensive tackle. He was a key contributor with his blocking in many plays for Sam Thomas, Rhett Snodgrass and other Wildcat players.

Kicker Xavier Angel was also selected to the all-conference team for his performance and accuracy kicking the ball between the goalposts. Angel made 35 of his 38 extra point kicks after touchdown and made three of his four field goals. The longest field goal made by Angel was 29-yards. Angel also played on the Wildcat soccer team during the fall sports season and he will be returning for two more years for the Wildcat football program. Congratulations to Coach Cory Brunson, coaching staff and players for the exciting fast-paced high scoring brand of football displayed for the 2018 season. The Wildcats ended their season with five wins and five losses. This was the first winning season for Mount Vernon since 2010.

Viking Girls’ Basketball Madness coming up

North Posey High School will host their yearly Viking Girls’ Basketball Madness on Saturday, November 3, 2018 starting at 1 p.m. Admission for this event is free and donations will be accepted. The concession stand will be open for this event. Each basketball team in the North Posey feeder leagues from kindergarten up to high school will have team introductions and scrimmage for the North Posey fans. The kindergarten through second grade will play basketball at 1 p.m. Girls from the third and fourth grades will scrimmage at 1:30 p.m. North Elementary will play against South Terrace’s ﬁfth and sixth grade teams at 2 p.m. At 2:30 p.m., the North Posey Junior High girls’ seventh and eighth grade basketball teams will scrimmage for thirty minutes. At 3 p.m., the Lady Viking high school girls’ teams will scrimmage for the ﬁnal hour of this event. North Posey High School upcoming fall sports award banquets

The fall sports season has ended, but some of the awards and recognition have yet to be announced. On Tuesday, October 30, will be the girls’ golf awards banquet. It will start at 6:30 p.m. at the Red Wagon in Poseyville. The Lady Vikings volleyball team will have their awards banquet on Thursday, November 1, at 6 p.m. in the North Posey High School cafeteria. North Posey’s boys’ and girls’ cross-country teams will hold their end of season banquet on Tuesday, November 6, at 6 p.m. at the high school cafeteria. On Monday, November 12, is the Viking football awards ceremony at 6 p.m. in the North Posey High School cafeteria. Mandatory meeting for all North Posey athletes this Thursday

The North Posey High School Booster Club in conjunction with the North Posey Athletic Department will be holding a mandatory meeting for all athletes. This meeting will be at the North Posey High School Auditorium on Thursday, November 1, at 6:30 p.m. It is important that all parents and guardians along with athletes attend this meeting. The meeting will be about the Truck Raﬄe Fundraiser and they will explain how the money raised will be spent. They will also answer any questions regarding the booster club fundraising plans. Lady Vikings named to All-Conference volleyball team

The selections were made last week for the All-Pocket Athletic Conference volleyball team. North Posey junior Emily Abernathy and freshman Julia Fullop were named to the all-conference team. Senior Elise O’Risky was named honorable mention all-conference. O’Risky was also named Academic All-State for her achievements not just on the court, but in the classroom. North Posey ﬁnished their season with ten wins and eighteen losses under Coach Madison Falkenstein in her ﬁrst season. Viking Boys’ Basketball Madness slated for second Saturday in November

The Sixth Annual Viking Madness for boys’ basketball will take place on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at the North Posey High School gym. This event will start at 5 p.m. Admission to attend this event is free and the concession stand will be open for any purchases. This is a great opportunity to see the boys’ basketball teams from Kindergarten through high school play basketball for the first time this season. Each basketball team in the North Posey feeder leagues up to high school will have their team introduced and scrimmage for the North Posey fans. At 5 p.m. Kindergarten through fourth grade will play for thirty minutes. There will be a fifth-grade scrimmage between North Elementary and South Terrace at 5:30 p.m. The sixth-grade teams from North Elementary and South Terrace will be on the basketball court at 6 p.m. North Posey Junior High seventh-grade team will scrimmage in a game at 6:30, followed by the North Posey Junior High eighth-graders playing at 7 p.m. At 7:30 p.m., the Viking freshman team will play against each other for fifteen minutes. North Posey’s Junior Varsity basketball team will play against the North Posey Freshman at 7:45 p.m., followed by a game with the Junior Varsity against the Varsity team at 8 p.m. The Varsity team will showcase their talents in a scrimmage match at 8:15 p.m. to conclude the evening.

Freshman Brooke Jackson blocking a shot taken by the opposing team during a recent scrimmage against South Spencer. Photo by Garry Beeson

Cynthiana athlete helps USI achieve soccer title The University of Southern Indiana women’s soccer team clinched a share of the GLVC title and a conference tournament first round home game with a thrilling 2-1 double-overtime victory over Lewis University Wednesday afternoon in Romeoville, Illinois. USI goes to 11-5-2 overall and 9-3-1 GLVC, while Lewis watched its record go to 9-6-2, 8-5-0 GLVC. Pending the outcome of the late games in the GLVC, the Screaming Eagles could win the GLVC regular season title outright. The late matches are McKendree UniversityUniversity of MissouriSaint Louis; Truman State University-William Jewell College; and Quincy University-University of Illinois Springfield. The outcome of those matches also figure into who will be the Eagles’ opponent Sunday at noon at Strassweg Field. Visit GLVCsports. com for updated standings

and GLVC Tournament information. The GLVC first round home game will be the first for USI since the end of the 2010 campaign. Follow the live coverage of USI women’s soccer post-season matches, including live stats and video, on GoUSIEagles.com. The double-overtime game-winning goal came at 109:57 when junior midfielder Courtney Spicer (Loveland, Ohio) blasted a shot by the Lewis defense. Spicer was assisted on her third goal of the year by ju-

nior defender Loryn Willis (Cynthiana, Indiana.) In regulation, Lewis took the lead early in the match with a tally at 8:56. The Flyers held onto the 1-0 advantage until Willis knotted the score, 1-1, at 30:31 of the first half. Willis converted her second goal of the season off a long direct kick by sophomore defender Madelyne Juenger (Columbia, Indiana.) The 1-1 tie would remain through halftime and the second half, setting the stage for Spicer in the second overtime.

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Arrests

October 19 Trey Lewis - Mount Vernon - Warrant, Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated Endangering a Person, Possession of Synthetic Drug or

October 17 Nathaniel Higgins Evansville - Warrant, Nonsupport of a Dependent Child (failure to appear) 2018-156

Notice to Taxpayers of Proposed Additional Appropriations Notice is hereby given the taxpayers of Posey County that the proper legal oﬃcers of The Posey County Council will meet at 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana on November 13th, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. to consider the following additional appropriations in excess of the budget for the current year. Name of Fund

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Utilities

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Taxpayers appearing at the meeting shall have a right to be heard. The additional appropriations 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 appropriations within (15) days of receipt of a certified copy of the action taken at the above meeting. SarahBeth Meighen Posey County Auditor

Lookalike Substance, Possession of Paraphernalia (petition to revoke) - MVPD Trey Lewis - Mount Vernon - Warrant, Driving While Suspended (petition to revoke) - MVPD Kendra Beatty - Vincennes - Warrant, Driving While Suspended, Possession of Marijuana (petition to revoke) - PCS October 20 Lischelle Cox - Grayville, Ill. - Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated - PCS Logan Cheshire - Evansville - Warrant, Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (petition to revoke) - MVPD Logan Cheshire - Evansville - Driving While Suspended - MVPD Matthew Smith - Evansville - Reckless Driving - PCS Criston Carson - Mount Vernon - Never Received Operator’s License - MVPD

Published in the Posey County News on October 30, 2018 - hspaxlp

2018-151 NOTICE OF UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION NO. 65C01-1810-EU-000047 IN THE POSEY CIRCUIT COURT IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JANA L. WHITE, DECEASED

OCTOBER 30, 2018

Complaints October 15 10:08 a.m. - Breaking and Entering - Occurred sometime over the weekend. Things taken from inside the residence - Deer Run, Evansville 11:22 a.m. - Trespassing - Male subject is trespassing on the property - Fifth Street, Mount Vernon 5:16 p.m. - Structure Fire - Smoke in the oﬃce, coming out of the back room - James Drive, Mount Vernon 10:53 p.m. - Disturbing the Peace - Male subject is passed out asleep in front of her door - Second Street, Mount Vernon October 16 8:57 a.m. - Theft Caught a subject stealing. Can watch on video - Main Street, Mount Vernon 9:16 a.m. - Harassment - Would just like to put on ﬁle regarding her son - Kimball Street, Mount Vernon 8:41 p.m. - Suspicious Person - Advised ex-girlfriend outside of his house Water Street, Mount Vernon 9:26 p.m. - Disturbing

the Peace - Caller advised her brother is threatening to kill her mother - Third Street, Mount Vernon October 17 4:21 p.m. - Juvenile Problem - Group of juveniles standing in the area, cussing and smoking - Second Street, Mount Vernon 4:34 p.m. - Disturbing the Peace - Caller advised her son just came inside residence and yelled at her and told her to get out Slim Bottom Road, Mount Vernon 6:29 p.m. - Theft - No information - Church Street, New Harmony 8:39 p.m. - Breaking and Entering - Advised someone has kicked the door in on the trailer - Lee Drive, Mount Vernon 10:45 p.m. - Theft Heard a bump outside. Went out and noticed that his tailgate and the door on vehicle were open - Third Street, Mount Vernon October 18 2:25 a.m. - Assault - Caller advised her daughter was assaulted by male subject Albert Drive, Wadesville 5:47 a.m. - Structure Fire - Advised neighbor’s shed

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Notice is hereby given that ROBERT E. WHITE was on the 16th day of October, 2018, 10/16/2018, appointed as Personal Representative of the Estate of JANA L. WHITE, Deceased, who died testate on September 29, 2018, and was authorized to proceed with the administration of said decedent’s estate without Court Supervision. All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file the claim in the office of the Clerk of this Court within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or within nine (9) months after the decedent’s death, whichever is earlier, or the claims will be forever barred. DATED at Mt. Vernon, Indiana this 16th day of October, 2018. BETTY B. POSTLETHEWEIGHT, Clerk, Circuit Court of Posey County, Indiana

To Whom It May Concern: Posey County EMS is accepting fuel bids for Diesel and Gasoline for our units in Mt. Vernon, New Harmony, Poseyville, and St. Phillips for the year of 2019.4 units are gasoline and 1 unit is diesel. All service must be in OSHA approved tanks or pay at pump card services for each of the areas mentioned. Posey County EMS uses an average of 15,000 gallons of fuel a year. Please send sealed bids the Posey County Auditor’s Oﬃce at 126 East 3rd Street, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620. Bids need to be turned in up to the hour of 4:00 p.m. local time on November 19th, 2018 to the Auditor’s Oﬃce or up to the hour of 9:00 a.m. local time on November 20th, 2018, at the Hovey House, 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, IN 47620. Posey County Commissioners:

By: Jaime Simpson Deputy

James L. Alsop Carl A. Schmitz Jay Price

D. ANDREW NESTRICK Attorney for Personal Representative Stoll Keenon Ogden PLLC One Main Street, Suite 201 Evansville, IN 47708-1473 Ph: 812-452-3510 Fax: 812-421-4936 Email: andy.nestrick@skoﬁrm.com

Published in the Posey County News on October 23, October 30, 2018 hspaxlp

is on fire, can see flames - Seventh Street, Mount Vernon 1:09 p.m. - Theft Advised male subject is on video stealing cell phones from the store - Fourth Street, Mount Vernon 1:11 p.m. - Drive-off - White Crown Vic, $30 - Fourth Street, Mount Vernon October 19 11:36 a.m. - Theft Someone stole his brand new Huffy out of his yard - Lincoln Street, Mount Vernon 12:36 p.m. - Theft - Advised that several vehicles have been broken into at his residence - Diamond Island Road, Wadesville 6:13 p.m. - Theft - Caller advised a contractor was in her house. Advised he took $100 and several other items - Third Street, Mount Vernon October 21 1:12 p.m. - Threatening - Caller advised he and his son are arguing and caller advised the son said he would shoot him - Boberg Road, Wadesville 3:43 p.m. - Harassment - Caller advised female subject hitting her trash cans and harassing her - Grant Street, Mount Vernon 7:02 p.m. - Domestic Violence - Caller states her brother and his girlfriend are destroying property O’Donnell Road, Mount Vernon 8:17 p.m. - Family Fight - Caller advised she received a call from her boyfriend stating that his father had hit him - Springfield Road, Mount Vernon October 22 2:51 a.m. - Disturbing the Peace - Male subject yelling for another subject - Main St, Griffin 4:55 p.m. - Message -

2018-150

Published in the Posey County News on October 23, October 30, 2018 - hspaxlp

STATE OF INDIANA COUNTY OF POSEY

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IN THE POSEY SUPERIOR COURT CAUSE NO. 65D01-1404-PL-000152

2018-150 STATE OF INDIANA COUNTY OF POSEY

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IN THE POSEY SUPERIOR COURT CAUSE NO. 65D01-1404-PL-000152

COMMISSIONER OF THE INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, Petitioner, v. HARBORTOWN SANITARY SEWAGE CORPORATION, Respondent.

COMMISSIONER OF THE INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, Petitioner, v.

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HARBORTOWN SANITARY SEWAGE CORPORATION, Respondent.

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NOTICE OF HEARING To: Attorneys of record for the parties and other interested parties requesting special notice This notice is filed in accordance with IC 32-30-5-17. Jefferson A. Lindsey, the Court-appointed receiver in this case, hereby provides notice of the filing of the Quarterly Report of Receiver for Second Quarter of 2018, covering the period April 1, 2018 through and including June 30, 2018, which describes the status of the receivership and the prospects for its future. In accordance with IC 32-30-5-18, during thirty days after the date of the filing of the report, any creditor, shareholder, or other interested party may file objections or exceptions in writing to the account or report, or such objections or exceptions are forever barred for all purposes.

This notice is filed in accordance with IC 32-30-5-17. Jefferson A. Lindsey, the Court-appointed receiver in this case, hereby provides notice of the filing of the Quarterly Report of Receiver for Third Quarter of 2018, covering the period July 1, 2018 through and including September 30, 2018, which describes the status of the receivership and the prospects for its future. In accordance with IC 32-30-5-18, during thirty days after the date of the filing of the report, any creditor, shareholder, or other interested party may file objections or exceptions in writing to the account or report, or such objections or exceptions are forever barred for all purposes. IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED, that the Quarterly Report of Receiver for Third Quarter of 2018, covering the period July 1, 2018 through and including September 30, 2018, is hereby set for a Hearing on said report on the 19th day of November 2018, at 11:30 o’clock a.m. in the Posey Superior Court, 126 E. 3rd Street, Mount Vernon, Indiana. SO ORDERED this ____ day of October 2018.

IT IS THEREFORE ORDERED, that the Quarterly Report of Receiver for Second Quarter of 2018, covering the period April 1, 2018 through and including June 30, 2018, is hereby set for a Hearing on said report on the 19th day of November 2018, at 11:30 o’clock a.m. in the Posey Superior Court, 126 E. 3rd Street, Mount Vernon, Indiana. SO ORDERED this ____ day of October 2018.

Brent Almon JUDGE, POSEY SUPERIOR COURT Questions may be addressed to: Jeﬀerson A. Lindsey 217 Main St Rockport, IN 47635 (812) 649-4571

Brent Almon JUDGE, POSEY SUPERIOR COURT Questions may be addressed to: Jeﬀerson A. Lindsey 217 Main St Rockport, IN 47635 (812) 649-4571 Published in the Posey County News on October 16, October 23, October 30, 2018 - hspaxlp

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Published in the Posey County News on October 16, October 23, October 30, 2018 - hspaxlp 2018-153 NOTICE TO BIDDER Notice is hereby given that the undersigned Board of Commissioners of Posey County, Indiana will receive sealed bids for gasoline fuel procurement for the Posey County Sheriff’s Office for the year of 2018. Bids will be received at the Posey County Auditor’s Office at 126 E. Third St. Rm 220, Mt. Vernon IN, 47620, up to the hour of 4:00 p.m. local time on November 19th, 2018, or up to the hour of 9:00 a.m. local time on November 20, 2018, delivered to the Hovey House at 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon IN 47620. Letting date November 20th, 2018 for the following: Unleaded Gasoline Supplied material must meet all requirements of the State and Federal Governments. Successful bidders shall furnish the Sheriff’s Department with a price list. All delivered items must have a SIGNED INVOICE or PACKING SLIP accompanying items of delivery. The Posey County Sheriff may require the successful bidder to remove from the County job site any employee(s) of the bidder who the Sheriff determines to be preforming the contracted work in an unsafe or unsatisfactory manner or who are disruptive to the job site. Bidders shall comply in every respect with Indiana State Law which governs the purchases of County supplies. Bidders shall use Weight and Measure standards that are required by law. Bidders shall submit bids with FORM 96 prescribed by the State Board of Accounts, with said form being accompanied by certified checks, cashier’s check, bidder bond or cash in the sum of ten percent (10%) of the bid including any added alternates. All in accordance with the specification on file in the office of the Posey County Auditor. Checks, bonds, or cash securing other contracts or bid with County are not treated as accompanying this bid. The Board of Commissioners reserve the right to reject any or all bids. Posey County Board of Commissioners: James Alsop Carl Schmitz Jay Price Published in the Posey County News on October 23, October 30, 2018 - hspaxlp

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is hereby given that the undersigned Board of Commissioners of Posey County, IN. Will receive sealed bids at the Posey County Auditor’s Office in the Coliseum, Mt. Vernon IN. Up to the hour of 4:00 P.M. local time, On November 19, 2018. Or up to 9:00 A.M. On November 20, 2018. Letting date November 20, 2018 Specification on all items below can be picked up at the Auditor’s Office. SECTION 1 Item No. 1 & 2 Unleaded gasoline SECTION 11 Item No. 1-4 Low & High Sulfur Diesel To be blended for Winter Use.

SECTION IX Schedule of rate for the use of Labor and Construction Equipment in the Construction and maintenance of County Roads and Drainage Structures. All Materials shall meet all requirement of the State and Federal Governments. Successful bidders shall furnish the Highway Department with price list. Any item picked up or delivered must have a SIGNED INVOICE or PACKING SLIP accompanying it. The Highway Superintendent may require the successful bidder to remove from the County job. And of the bidder’s employees who the Highway department determines to be performing the Contracted work in an unsafe or unsatisfactory manner or who are disruptive to the job site. Bidders shall comply in every respect with Indiana State Laws Governing the purchases of County supplies. Bidders shall use U.S. weights & Measure.

SECTION 111 Various size of Tires & Tubes Price mounting & dismounting separate As per Tire Price service trip separate as per trip No Mileage SECTION IV High Density polyethylene culvert pipe. Aluminized corrugated metal pipe, Type II SECTION V 75,000 tons or less Gravel SECTION VI 75,000 tons or less Stone SECTION VII Bituminous Material To be bid in Spring of 2019 SECTION VIII Asphalt (Cold Mix & Hot Materials)

The bidder shall submit his bid on Form #96 prescribed by the State Board of Accounts and shall be accompanied by Certified check, cashier’s check, bidder’s bond or cash in the sum of ten percent (10%) of the bid including any added Alternates. All in accordance with the specification on file in the office of the County Auditor, Mt. Vernon, IN. Checks, Bonds or Cash securing ather Contracts or Bids with the county not be treated as accompanying this bid. (Except for Section IX) The Board reserves the right to reject Any or all Bids. Posey County Commissioners James L. Alsop Carl A. Schmitz Jay Price Published in the Posey County News on October 23, October 30, 2018 - hspaxlp

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The Ribeyre Gymnasium Restoration Group’s New Harmony Scenic 5K Run/Walk, held October 20, garnered a large group of medal winners. This was the fifth 5K Run/ Walk sponsored by RGRG, a non-profit student-led organization, whose purpose is to restore the Ribeyre Gymnasium. Pictured above are: Overall Female winner, Nicole Hoffman; Overall Male winner, Lucan Neuffer; Overall Walker winners, Debra Johnson, Roger Brandenstein, Angela Wargel, Monica Hutton, Cinda Wassmer, Angie Pfister, Tammi Pfister, Julie Saucerman, Jennifer Christian and Ashley Vowels; age group one-13 Female winners Sarah Centifanto and Hannah Cox; age group one13 Male winner Luke Centifanto; age group 14-19 Female winners Reese Dassel and Lauren Luebke; age group 14-19 Male winner Andrew Centifanto; age group 20-29 Female winners Hillari Mason and Brooke Wells; age group 20-29 Male winners Caleb Eickhoff and Brent Weinzapfel; age group 20-29 Female winners Sarah Matthews and Amie Updegraff; age group 30-39 Male winners Brian McClellan and Justin Klueg; age group 40-49 Female winners Jenny Hortin and Amanda Berberich; age group 40-49 Male winners Mark Lowe and Conway Cox; age group 50-59 Female winners Sarah Kelsey and Mary Jo Plouchard; age group 50-59 Male winners Paul Organ and Stephen Koewler; age group 60-69 Female winners Alice Sobotka and Victoria Martin; age group 60-69 Male winner Rick Stone; age group 70-99 Female winner Lelani Wittwer; age group 70-99 Male winners Stan Levco and Gerald Seddon. Photo by Theresa Bratcher

Court News continues from B6 non Lee Mudro, 25, Mount Vernon Crystalin Celeste Knepper, 23, Mount Vernon and Wesley Ray Knapp, 24, Mount Vernon Jessica Rylee Liann Willis, 19, Mount Carmel, Ill. and Brandon Kendle Trost, 22, Mount Vernon Kyle Wayne De Talente, 28, Mount Vernon and Brandi Sue Holder, 28, Mount Vernon Malynn J Vaughan, 40, Mount Vernon and Joseph E Money, 43, Mount Vernon Nicholas Frederick Seifert, Jr., 25, Mount Vernon and Rachel Lauren Gibson, 23, Evansville Thomas Layne Rueger, 38, Mount Vernon and Candace Michele Rueger, 31, Mount Vernon Kayla Marie Meny, 28, Mount Vernon and Andrew Jere Pirillo, 31, Mount Vernon Julie Mitchell, 42, Poseyville and Samuel Martin, 43, Poseyville

Wants to speak to an officer about someone harassing her husband on the phone - Second Street, Mount Vernon 5:54 p.m. - Property Damage - Caller advised someone has done damage to his grain tube - Dutchman Road, Wadesville 6:39 p.m. - Breaking and Entering - Caller advised someone has busted the door in again - Fourth Street, Mount Vernon 8:41 p.m. - Disturbing the Peace - Caller advised her exhusband has been threatening her today - Munchoff Street, Mount Vernon Marriage Applications Anthony Todd Kelsey, 53, Albion, Ill. and Marilyn Sue Kelsey, 58, Albion, Ill. Joshua Michael Perkins, 25, Mount Vernon and Haley Renee Wright, 25, New Harmony Rebecca Ann Pace, 27, Mount Vernon and Kevin Paul Williams, 31, Mount Vernon Virginia Lyke, 25, Mount Vernon and Dakota Pettigrew, 26, Ellery, Ill. Matthew William Fuller, 21, Mount Vernon and Rhylee Rashell Ford, 25, Mount Vernon Molly Elizabeth Offerman, 27, Mount Vernon and Jerry Lee Chastain, III, 25, Mount Vernon James Eugene Powers, 58, Mount Vernon and Tammy Lynette Woods, 48, Mount Vernon Michael John Schmahlenberger, 37, Evansville and Kirby Ann Splittorff, 32, Evansville Trevor A. Schelhorn, 26, Mount Vernon and Hannah Catherine Seng, 22, Mount Vernon Kendra Anne Brandenstein, 23, Poseyville and Kraig Dylan Arnold, 26, Poseyville Levi Kelly Kissinger, 31, Mount Vernon and Shan-

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By Pam Robinson Being a farmer requires, among many things, a love of Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s country. Being a River Friendly Farmer exacts dedication to preserving the land for all Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s children. Farmers Dennis Angel of Mount Vernon and Mark and Kenny Seibert of Seibert Brothers, Inc. in Poseyville have earned the distinction this year as a River Friendly Farmer. The Indiana Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts, or IASWCD, recognized these farmers and more with the 2018 River Friendly Farmer Award Ceremony held Wednesday, August 15, at this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Indiana State Fair. Indiana Farm Bureau sponsored the event. As the IASWCD award website explains, the River Friendly Farmer Program has been sponsored since 1999. Up to two farmers may be nominated annually from each Indiana county Soil and Water Conservation District, or SWCD. All told, 49 farmers were honored from across the state this year. Jessica Harig, Posey County SCWD Conservationist, said Angel and the Seibert brothers â&#x20AC;&#x153;had tried new things and done new thingsâ&#x20AC;? to practice soil and water conservation. Their practices secured the vote this year for their nomination as Posey Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s River Friendly Farmers from the three-member board of the Posey County SWCD. As Harig points out, Dennis Angel and Mark and Kenny Seibert received the River Friendly Farmer name for distinctly different soil and water conservation practices. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They are doing very different things. Dennis Angel is taking his land out of farming and putting it into permanent habitat for wildlife,â&#x20AC;? Harig states. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Seiberts are using their farmland and improving it so that they can use it for many generations to come.â&#x20AC;? Both farmers participate in voluntary federal programs to help offset the costs of their conservation efforts. Although he still produces corn and soybeans, Angel has devoted 125 of his total 750 acres to the USDAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

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F A Since 1999, key conservation and agricultural organizations have sponsored the River Friendly Farmer (RFF) Program. The statewide initiative recognizes farmers, who through good production management practices helps keep Indianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rivers, lakes and streams clean. Annually, each county Soil and Water Conservation District may nominate up to two farmers who do an outstanding job of protecting their rivers, lakes and streams through their every day conservation management practices on the farm. Watershed organizations also may nominate farmers for the award by submitting an application to a county SWCD. Wetland Reserve Easements, or WRE, Program. The 125 acres will now remain, as Harig notes, permanent wetlands/woodlands habitat. About 10 years ago, Angel first enrolled 100 acres along the south side of State Highway 62, draining into Pitcherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lake, which eventually empties into the Wabash River. Last year, he added 25 acres directly on the Wabash west of Mount Vernon. The WRE Program provides certain guidelines for establishing and maintaining the wetlands/woodlands habitat. Harig explains the wetlands must have hydric, or water-retaining, cropped acres, and forest can be added along with hydric non-cropped acres to create a wildlife habitat. Angel says the maintenance has required little effort on his part. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to do a whole lot to it,â&#x20AC;? he advises. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have some warm season grass I planted on part of that, and then I planted trees back in. That was one of the things you had to do was plant trees. The provisional 100 acres we took out, we had to plant trees on the farm ground. This last time, (with the additional 25 acres,) we just let it grow up by itself. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to do anything to it. We just let it naturally go back.â&#x20AC;? Angel remains pleased with his decision to set aside farm ground as permanent wetlands/woodlands habitat. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The original 100 acresâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;most of that was

low ground anyway. We had a hard timeâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;with 80 percent of that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d sayâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;getting a crop off of it anyway,â&#x20AC;? he states. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The other acres... I just decided to put it in with it. I just decided I wanted to see some grasses... I like to see wildlife around, so I just figured the government offered the opportunity to do that.â&#x20AC;? In addition, since part of Angelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wildlife habitat is classified forest, Angel cuts grapevines back at times to keep them off trees, and he works to keep down noxious weeds like Johnson grass. Otherwise, he lets the land grow up. Only approved paths may be mowed, he says. In creating a permanent wetlands/woodlands habitat, Angel ensures protection for land and wildlife habitat for future generations. As Harig mentions, the wetlands help hold floodwater also. The benefits extend beyond Angel to his Posey County neighbors. In return for the WRE, the federal government provides funding to help with the project. As Harig explains, government funding doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cover 100 percent of costs for a farmer to participate in a conservation program, but the funding does help to implement particular projects.

Dennis Angel is pictured here receiving the River Friendly Farmer Award. His certificate reads: â&#x20AC;&#x153;For outstanding best management practices on the farm that conserve and protect Indianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s soil and water resources.â&#x20AC;? Photo submitted

Brothers Kenny and Mark Seibert of Seibert Bros. Inc., located in Poseyville, proudly display their River Friendly Farmer Award. The pair were also named Conservation Farmers of the Year in 1994. Photo by Theresa Bratcher A 1968 Mount Vernon High School graduate, Angel served our country in the Army before settling down to farm life as an adult. In 1980, he purchased his Grandfather Everett Ashworthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s farm and started farming on his own. He served on the Posey County SWCD board from 1998-2003 as both Chairman and Vice Chairman. He served as a board member for Posey County Farm Bureau, Inc. for over 20 years,

as a Mount Vernon School Board member for 16 years and has been a longtime member of Mount Vernon Community Church. As with Dennis Angel, the USDA has helped Mark and Kenny Seibert of Seibert Brothers, Inc. in their soil and water conservation efforts. The Seibert brothers participate in the federal Environmental Quality Incentive Program, or EQIP.

Mark and Kenny approached Jessica Harig, Posey County SWCD Conservationist for advice on preventing soil erosion. She directed them to EQIP and system of soil health. The farmers use cover crops, notill planting, nutrient management, and pest management along with dry dams and tiles to build soil biology and to reduce soil erosion.

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Mount Vernon High School’s Moriah Seifert received the highest honor in FFA this week, The American Degree. She is pictured here with her parents, Tim and Christina Seifert. Photo submitted

Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue appointed 16 soybean farmers from across the country to the United Soybean Board (USB,) including Hoosier Mark Alan Seib. Seib is a returning director having been reappointed to the board. These farmer-leaders will be sworn in as directors at the USB annual meeting in Saint Louis in early December. The 16 appointees include five new directors with 11 returning. All will serve three-year terms. “We look forward to welcoming the new and returning directors to our board,” says Lewis Bainbridge, USB chair and soybean farmer from Ethan, South Dakota. “I know these individuals will work hard to invest soy checkoff funds to further our goal of promoting U.S. soy’s sustainability and improving profit potential for soybean farmers.” USB directs soybean checkoff funds to research, Mark Seib marketing and promotional efforts that maximize profit opportunities for all U.S. soybean farmers. In addition, USB directors aim to develop new and existing markets and build preference for U.S. soy, specifically in the areas of meal, oil and sustainability. USB’s 73 farmer-directors work on behalf of all U.S. soybean farmers to achieve maximum value for their soy checkoff investments. These volunteers invest and leverage checkoff funds in programs and partnerships to drive soybean innovation beyond the bushel and increase preference for U.S. soy. That preference is based on U.S. soybean meal and oil quality and the sustainability of U.S. soybean farmers. As stipulated in the federal Soybean Promotion, Research and Consumer Information Act, the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service has oversight responsibilities for USB and the soy checkoff.

Voters to see constitutional amendent question on ballot Early voting has started in Indiana, and voters will see a constitutional amendment question on their ballot. The question asks whether the Indiana Constitution should be amended to require the General Assembly to adopt a balanced budget, unless two-thirds of the House and Senate vote otherwise. The amendment would add to Article 10, Section 5 of the constitution. The text defines revenues and appropriations, then says that the total appropriations enacted by the General Assembly can’t be more than the estimated revenues during the two-year biennium. It goes on to say that if revenues fall short of estimates, the shortfall must be made up in the next biennium. And there’s that clause about the two-thirds vote requirement to make exceptions. There also are clauses requiring pension liabilities to be fully funded and forbidding courts from ordering the state to raise revenues or cut spending. So, how would this change the way Indiana makes budgets? Maybe not at all. As it reads now, Article 10, Section 5 of our constitution forbids the

state from authorizing debt. If we can’t be in debt, we can’t spend more than we take in. The Indiana General Assembly has always acted as if the constitution requires balanced budgets. Back in 1987 the old Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations ranked Indiana among the states with the most stringent balanced budget requirements. The National Conference on State Legislatures also says Indiana requires a balanced budget. On the other hand, the National Association of State Budget Officers thinks that Indiana does not have a balanced budget requirement. They’re looking for something explicit, rather than the implied debt restriction. The amendment probably would satisfy NASBO. Perhaps the amendment wouldn’t change what we do now, but it could prevent potential problems. Future pensions would have to be fully funded. Court orders for taxes or spending would be restricted. The current constitution allows debt for “casual deficits.” The General Assembly never takes advantage of this possibility. Under the

amendment they probably couldn’t. But maybe the amendment would change what we do now. Sometimes it makes sense to pass a budget with appropriations that are more than expected revenues. The 2017 budget was like that. In the budget bill passed in April 2015, general fund appropriations were $15.8 billion. Estimated revenues, including taxes and fees, totaled $15.6 billion. The budget was balanced under our current constitution. Reversions — money that is appropriated but not actually spent — were one reason. The General Assembly knew there would be enough reversions so that actual spending during the fiscal year would be covered by expected revenues. At the end of the fiscal year the budget was balanced. The amendment requires that the budget be balanced at the start of the fiscal year. The budget as enacted must be balanced. Reversions are known for sure only at the end of the fiscal year. Would the 2017 budget have been permitted under the amendment’s procedures? At the end of the 1990s, the economy was doing so well that revenues came in above estimates year after year. The extra revenue accumulated in state balances. Balances got

bigger than necessary, so the General Assembly enacted budgets to use those balances, for tax cuts and added spending. But that meant, for those years, enacted appropriations were greater than estimated revenues. Would this be allowed under the amendment’s procedures? In 2013, the legislature used excess balances for pension stabilization and tax refunds. In 2017, legislators used excess balances for road construction. If this spending was counted as appropriations, they would have exceeded estimated revenues. Perhaps excess balances could be counted as revenues, but the amendment doesn’t say how balances should be treated. Maybe we already have a balanced budget requirement. Maybe we don’t. The General Assembly has always acted as though we do. So maybe the proposed amendment will have no effect. Maybe it will prevent problems in the future. Maybe it will change the way we do things now. Maybe it will stop us from doing some sensible things that we’ve done in the past. Maybe we’ll need some court decisions to clarify what we can and cannot do. If the amendment passes, maybe we’ll find out.

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Each year, the Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farmers Grow Communities program partners with local farmers to provide grants to local nonprofits. Grow Communities, which is sponsored by the Monsanto Fund, provides farmers the opportunity to support and give back to nonprofit organizations they care about in their local communities by enrolling for a chance to direct a $2,500 donation to a nonprofit of their choice. Since 2010, the Grow Communities program has given more than $29 million to nonprofits across rural America. Posey County farmer Tim Wiley directed a $2,500 to Boy Scout Troop 386 as part of the Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farmers Grow Communities program, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund. As part of their mission, BS Troop 386 will use the funds to continue their community service work and help support them in their journeys. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We really appreciated the donation to our Troop. These young men have learned the importance of giving back to their community. Without the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s support, the boys would not have had the opportunity to learn and explore our great nation said, Derek Latshaw, Assistant Scout Master. Since the program began in 2010, the Grow Communities program has partnered with

farmers to support nonprofit organizations important to them in their local communities. The program has given more than $29 million to farming communities since its inception, including more than $3 million in 2018. Each year, farmers enter for a chance to direct a $2,500 donation to a nonprofit they care about in their community. The organizations reflect the makeup and character of rural America, including emergency response organizations, schools, youth agriculture programs, food banks and many others. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Farmers play a pivotal role in rural communities, and through their commitment to the Grow Communities program, we are able to provide the monetary support these nonprofit organizations need to make an impact,â&#x20AC;? said Al Mitchell, Monsanto Fund president. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re proud to play a part in helping these rural communities grow and thrive.â&#x20AC;? To see if a nonprofit in your local community is a 2018 Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farmers Grow Communities recipient, visit www.GrowCommunities.com. You can also learn more about the Grow Communities program by checking out Facebook.com/AmericasFarmers. Pictured left to right are: Tim Wiley, Danner Latshaw, Kainen Haggard, Nick Wiley, Todd Wiley, Derrek Latshaw, and Cade Latshaw. Photo submitted

â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;River-Freindly Farmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; continued from Page C3 Planting cover crops has become â&#x20AC;&#x153;trendy,â&#x20AC;? Harig reports, as a way for farmers to prevent soil erosion and to keep soil nutrients in the field. Cover crops are planted, she says, in fall after harvest; the crops provide a live root in the soil, providing nutrients as it decays, until the crop is terminated in spring. As Kenny Seibert explains, â&#x20AC;&#x153;From now until freeze, something will be growing to keep the soil alive. Some will winter and come back in spring.â&#x20AC;? Typical seeds the Seiberts sew for cover crops include oats and radishes. They are never harvested, their sole purpose is to help with conservation.

The cover crop becomes more than trendy farming, Harig stresses, when combined with no-till, or a way of growing crops without disturbing the soil through tilling, to prevent soil erosion. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The key to making both practices successful is using them together,â&#x20AC;? she states. Mark Seibert notes the no-till practice allows for less farm equipment alsoâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;another savings for the farmer. According to Harig, pest management comes naturally and reduces the use of chemical pest control. Farmers follow an ecological approach, she outlines, that promotes the growth of

healthy plants with strong defenses while increasing stress on pests and enhancing the habitat for beneficial organisms. The Seibert brothers reduce soil erosion through terracing their farmland as well. Mark estimates they started building terraces, earthen dams or dry dams, back in the 1980s. These terraces catch water from active waterways crisscrossing the property and tile it into a ditch to keep it from eroding the soil. A bonus to preventing soil erosion is the improvement of water quality. Soil is staying in the field and not being suspended in water runoff. The ditch wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fill up with sediment, and the rivers stay clean and clear. Preserving their farmland is a labor of love for Mark and Kenny Seibert. The brothers are the third generation to farm the land, starting with their Grandfather Aloysius Seibert. Already, the fourth generationâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; Markâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son, Brian, and

Kennyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son, Kyle, work the land with their fathers. Their intent is to ensure the Seibert family enjoys the farmland into the fifth generationâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and well beyond. As a side adventure, Mark and Kenny have agreed to set aside one acre in Stewartsville next year as a pollinator habitat. Although it will be planned to draw a variety of pollinating creatures, the habitat most ex-

cites the Seibert brothers with the prospect of attracting monarch butterflies with the planted milkweed. Mark and Kenny Seibert are both Purdue graduates and were named Conservation Farmers of the Year in 1994. They have been involved with 4H Advisory Board, church boards at Saint Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Methodist Church and at Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church,

Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club, North Posey School Board, and St. Vincent DePaul. Posey County farmers may contact Jessica Harig, Posey County SWCD Conservationist, at 812-8384191, ext. 3, if interested in federal conservation programs. Like Dennis Angel and Mark and Kenny Seibert, more area farmers may leave a legacy of benefits for generations to come.

Posey County resident Austin Spears, like many farm kids, goes to school and then works long hours on the farm. Photo submitted

Posey 4-H enrollment open now Indiana 4-H is the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest youth development program for grades three to twelve, reaching over 200,000 youth in all 92 counties, and Indiana 4-H online enrollment is now open. 4-H Youth Development Educators in each Purdue Extension county oďŹ&#x192;ce coordinate local activities, and approved adult volunteers teach young people speciďŹ c skills related to a wide variety of subjects through hands-on, experiential learning. Youth also develop leadership and citizenship skills by participating in one of twelve Posey County 4-H Clubs. In 2013, a Tufts University study showed that 4-H members excel in positive youth development areas compared to peers, including that 4-H members are â&#x20AC;˘ Four times more likely to contribute to their communities (grades seven-12) â&#x20AC;˘ Two times more likely to make healthier choices (grade seven) â&#x20AC;˘ Two times more likely to be civically active (grades eight-12)

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It takes all kinds... which is proven from this fall harvest picture along State Road Mount Vernon High School FFA Advisor Alicia Schmidt is surrounded by Ameri66, West of Wadesville earlier this month. Photo by Dave Pearce can Farmer Award Winners Collin Pate and Moriah Seifert, both of Mount Vernon.

NP FFA Fruit Sales begin Oct. 18 By Camden Bender The chapter is busy preparing for two Career Development Events, Entomology and Forestry, as well as Chapter Meeting which is a Leadership Development Event. All contests will have the State qualifying competitions in mid November. The chapter would like to thank Mrs. Lisa Koester for coaching the Entomology Team. Half of our membership is involved in these three competitions. The chapter will start its annual Fruit Sales on October 18. Orders will be due by November 2. This year we will feature California navel oranges, red grapefruit, satsumas, pineapples, clementines, sweet potatoes, and several different kinds of gift boxes. We will handle Golden and Red Delicious apples as well as Granny Smith, Gala, Fuji, and Pink Ladies. We will also have Anjou Pears. New this year will be our selection of Amish Recipe goodies which are too numerous to list. Please see a North Posey FFA member to place your order or call the agriculture department at 812-673-4299. We greatly appreciate your support of our fundraising in the past and we hope you will continue your support this year and in the future! The fruit will arrive the week after Thanksgiving.

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By Cathy Powers When Melinda and Mike Ward purchased ten acres in Posey County, they knew they wanted to start some type of business on part of it. For a while, they considered miniature cows, but after finding it on the internet, they knew that raising lavender was the right choice. After two years, their business, Harmony Lavender Farm LLC, is flourishing. Including a fact-finding trip to Washington state, they have learned a lot about the fragrant plant. In many ways, it is a relatively easy thing to grow. These bushes grow to be three feet by three feet, and it takes three years to achieve this size. Except for bone meal, it needs no fertilizer and pests avoid it because of the odor. In fact, it is a natural deterrent to mosquitoes and fleas. It has to be watered sparingly, and it is planted in mounds, so that water can run off naturally. Humidity is its enemy. These are several different varieties. Grosso is not as hardy during bad winters, while Phenomenal is much more resistant

A bee rests it’s wings on a lavender flower at Melinda and Mike Ward’s farm. Lavender is also a natural deterrent to mosquitoes and fleas. Photo submitted

to the cold. Hidcote is an edible sweet type and is quite tasty. It can be harvested twice a year; the biggest one in June, with another one in late September or October. Lavender has many medicinal uses. It is good for healing cuts, and it helps prevent nausea for cancer patients. Mike and Melinda are also making oils, lotions, and soap. In order to do this, they use a distiller. This process is one of the things they learned in Washington. They recently ordered a larger one of these from Ohio. There is one room in their barn where the lavender hangs for three weeks to dry. Another area has a seed cleaner They have just begun to offer their items at area festivals. In a few weeks, they will be at the Higher Ground Christmas Barn Market in New Haven, Illinois. It is also available at Rose Bud Antiques in New Harmony. They will be offering gift baskets. If anyone is interested, they can contact the Wards at 812-270-1738. A web site will be available in the near future.

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Avery Beste By Bryana Schreiber Seeds of Inspiration Imagine a place where limitations are forgotten and differences are celebrated a uniquely designed space where people of all abilities can come together and play! Plans for a new all-inclusive playscape by Unlimited Play have been unveiled and fundraising is now underway to make this dream playground with an agricultural theme a reality at Mount Vernon’s Riverbend Park. This magical playground will be called Avery’s Place, and will celebrate the life of the joyful Avery Beste who was the first student with multiple handicaps to go through the Mount Vernon school system from preschool until she passed away during her senior year in 2008. The visionary and driving force behind the project is 15-year-old Sydney Deno who is a sophomore at Mount Vernon High School. Sydney has been involved with Special Olympics since fifth grade. “My experience with Special Olympics has been incredibly rewarding. The people I’ve met have tons of personality and are so much fun to be around,” said Sydney who is involved in a number of activities and has a heart for volunteering. Last year as a freshman in high school, Sydney came across a magazine article about an all-inclusive playground where kids of all abilities could play together. The article piqued her interest as she had never seen anything like it. “Seeing a playground that allowed children of all abilities to play alongside each other touched my heart, and I felt inspired to explore the possibility of bringing a similar playscape to my community,” said Sydney. Sydney shared her idea with her mother, Rachel, who also found it intriguing. Together they began doing some research on the organization that created the playground featured in the article. Unlimited Play is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that helps plan, design and build fully accessible playgrounds that allow all children to play together regardless of their abilities. Excited by what they learned, they sought out other community members to gauge interest and seek input on how to make the idea a reality. Cultivating Community Support The Deno daughter and mother duo first met with those who lead Special Olympics in Mount Vernon, as well as parents of children with special needs to get their thoughts and perspective. They received an enthusiastic response on both fronts, and the momentum continued to build as they met with Brittaney Johnson, Executive Director for the Posey County Economic Development Partnership; Mi-

chael Harshbarger, Director of the Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation Department and Mayor William “Bill” Curtis. All parties were on board and a committee was formed. Avery’s Place is thankful to the following committee members for giving their time in support of this cause: Maureen Beste, Rachel Deno, Sydney Deno, Layna (Beste) Dickey, Valerie Hamilton, Michael Harshbarger, Brittaney Johnson, Matt Johnson, Jamie PolageLueder, Jackie Maier, and Caitlin Ries. “Sydney has been the driving force every step of the way,” said Layna (Beste) Dickey, the sister of Avery Beste whom the playscape is named after. “We are thankful to work with both Sydney and Rachel as well as the strong committee that’s been assembled.” “It’s impressive that a high school student has taken on a project of this magnitude,” shared Brittaney Johnson, who serves as the Executive Director for the Posey County Economic Development Partnership. “It says a lot about the future of our community when our youth are passionate and proactive. We can’t wait to see how the community rallies around this project.” “I’ve learned that age doesn’t have anything to do with what anyone is capable of. If you have the motivation and take action, you can make things happen,” said Sydney. “It’s awesome to be at the point of raising funds for Avery’s Place. Now it’s not a matter of if, but when this dream will become a reality.” Sydney is currently a sophomore and while she wishes they could build the playground tomorrow, she understands that it will require major fundraising and that takes time. She hopes to see the project come to fruition before she graduates. From Dream to Design Since beginning the initial exploration last fall, Sydney and team have worked with Unlimited Play to design a unique all-inclusive play space. They received approval on the plans from the Board of Public Works in April. Sydney and her

mother traveled to a special event in St. Louis in September where they were able to see and experience a similar playground firsthand. “It was unbelievable to see one of the play spaces in person and see all of the different types of equipment and just how big they are,” said Sydney. With agriculture being such a large part of the fabric of Posey County and the Beste family being a well-known farming family, Sydney and the committee worked with Unlimited Play to design a playground with a rural theme. From farm silo and barn-like structures to weathervanes, large sunflowers, corn steppers and a custom tractor, the play space will feel like home in ag-loving Posey County. “This playground will be a unique destination. While there are some playgrounds that have handicap accessible features in the tristate area, the closest Unlimited Play all-inclusive playground is in St. Louis,” said Rachel Deno. “The gala we attended was inspiring and the park was unreal. We came home even more motivated about our pursuit.” Blossoming into Avery’s Place In seeking to build an inclusive playground, both Sydney and Rachel Deno sought to ensure the project would have a local, personal connection. The daughter and mother duo approached the Beste family about naming the park Avery’s Place to honor the life of Avery Beste as they knew she had a funloving personality that made an impact on the community and her family helped her live her life to the fullest as they included her in everything they did. “It was really important to me to dedicate the playground to a local special needs child. While I didn’t know Avery personally, I love what I’ve learned about her and her family,” said Sydney Deno. “Avery’s Place at Riverbend Park will help spread Avery’s happiness to all those who will soon be able to experience the joy of inclusive play.” “Although a genetic disorder, Partial Trisomy 13, left Avery with multiple mental

Sydney Deno displays a drawing of the playground design for Avery’s Place, a universally accessible playground project, planned for Riverbend Park in Mount Vernon. Sketch submitted and physical disabilities, battling surgery and sickness more than most, she was always happy,” said her mother, Maureen Beste. “To know Avery was to love her. If you ask anyone what they remember about her they will say her contagious laugh and beautiful smile. She never met a stranger.” Avery’s greatest joy was playing with her peers and being included in everyday activities. Sometimes those activities were difficult because of physical disabilities that left her mostly in a wheelchair. Avery passed away in 2008 at the age of 18, but the memories of her contagious laugh and unlimited smiles will forever remain. Don Beste, Maureen’s husband and Layna and Avery’s father, has worked at GE/Sabic for more than 30 years. Maureen has served as a special education teacher assistant for more than fourteen years, and prior to teaching she substituted for six years. Initially she started volunteering and substituting with special education so that she could become more familiar with the school and the people Avery was spending time with, but soon real-

ized it was a passion for her. After Avery passed away, Maureen didn’t think she would be able to go back to the classroom. The school gave her space to grieve, but eventually Jerry Funkhouser called to encourage her as he thought coming back may help her through this difficult time. Maureen said that while it was difficult, returning has been incredibly rewarding. Maureen was grateful to be included in early conversations about the playground, and when Rachel and Sydney Deno approached her family about naming the space Avery’s Place at Riverbend Park they were surprised, touched and honored. “The fact that someone outside of our family came up with this idea shows how much people cared about Avery. She made an impact on the lives she touched, and we want to be able to help as much as we can with this effort to help her legacy live on,” said Layna (Beste) Dickey, Avery’s sister and best friend. “If Avery were here, she would think this was awesome. While I wish she would have been able to enjoy something like this, it

will be incredibly special to see others play together in this space. As my friend’s young daughter said so sweetly – now Avery will have a playground to play on all the time.” Plotting the Build In selecting a location for the creative play space, careful consideration has been given to the proposed build site. Avery’s Place is to be located at Riverbend Park on the far east terrace down toward Mulberry Street on the opposite side of the existing playground equipment. The play space will be surrounded by a fence for safety, and the fence height is low as to not obstruct the views of the river – though there is already a line of trees behind the area. While there has been some recent opposition to the location, the committee for Avery’s Place is committed to this space and will work to address any concerns. “Part of our mission for this community is retention and attraction. The addition of an all-inclusive playground at the riverfront will be another asset that makes Posey County a destination for visitors. Avery’s Place

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Bee keeping venture helps everyone By Cathy Powers A couple of years ago, a friend contacted John Siscel and asked if he might want to add some bee hives to his 17-acre Saint Phillips farm, knowing his love of nature. He was very happy to get started with this venture, and now has several brightly painted bee hive colonies in a grassy field. The bees are purchased in five-pound packages, from Georgia. The queen bee is shipped in a separate container. After they arrive, they are carefully poured into the waiting hives. The worker bees, who only live 30 to 35 days, know their jobs, and take care of the queen. She might live as long as four to five years. For the past few years, it has been widely publicized about how badly we need to care for the honey bees, because our food supply depends on them. However, beekeeping has turned into one of the biggest backyard hobbies, and the crisis is slowly being turned around. When the bees leave the hives, they may fly up to three miles, searching for clover. It must be above 55 degrees for them to do this. They will not soil the hive, so they hold in their excrement until they are away from it.

Although many people are scared of bees, they will not attack a human for no reason. If a bee does sting someone, it dies. Siscel says that they get to know their beekeeper, and they look for him, if he is working in a different area. He uses a bee smoker to calm them if he needs to do work at the hive. If it becomes over-populated, the bees leave to colonize a new hive. They create a new queen by selecting a recently-laid larvae and feeding it. Twice a year, sixty pounds of honey is removed from the top of each hive. He is careful to leave enough honey to sustain the bees, especially in the winter. If it is necessary to supplement the honey, sugar water can be added. Beekeepers also are vigilant about watching for mites and diseases. Powdered sugar will help control mites. Although beautiful dragonflies are a major bee predator. Going under the name Ella-Bugs Honey, Siscel and his partner, Leslie Schmitt, sell the honey in 8-ounce jars, ($8,) and 16-ounce jars, ($16.) This fresh honey is far superior to the product sitting for months on a grocery store shelf. Contact him at 812-618-8502. It is sometimes available at area festivals and farmers markets.

John Siscel pours honey bees into one of his many hives that can be found on his 17-acre farm in Saint Phillips. His honey is sometimes for sale at area festivals and farmer’s markets. Contact him at 812-6188502. Photo by Cathy Powers

‘Avery’s Place’ continued from Page D3 will invite people in to our community and add to the quality of life for current residents, as well as create a boost for our economy as people spend money during their visit,” said Brittaney Johnson who serves on the committee and serves as the Executive Director for the Posey County Economic Development Partnership. “The riverfront revitalization has been a major focus for our community, and the addition of this play space will further enhance this attraction.” Ready to Grow Sharing the Avery’s Place project publicly began with a kickoff in August at Hawg ‘N’ Sauce and continued at River Days where the committee had an information booth and sold shirts. Shirts have also been available at IGA as the owner, Larry Williams, is a big advocate for

this project. The shirts are teal and say Avery’s Place at Riverbend Park in yellow hand lettering with a smiling sun. While Avery wasn’t able to write her name without assistance, her sister, Layna, created the design to be bright, childlike and happy. It’s playful and also sentimental as yellow was the color of the roses chosen for her funeral. On October 27 the community was invited to come out and support the Avery’s Place at Riverbend Park Cornhole Tourney, which was a double elimination tourney with a cash prize. Various family-friendly activities from pumpkin decorating to slime making were offered at a minimal cost and all proceeds went to support Avery’s Place. At the conclusion of the tournament, there was also a special celebration to honor the life of Avery Beste, the beloved daughter, sister

and friend who passed away ten years ago on October 24, 2008. Activating Avery’s Legacy “I cannot believe that it has been ten years since Avery passed away,” said Maureen Beste as she was visibly filled with emotion. “As a mother who has lost a child, it is so heartwarming that people still remember her. We do not ever want her to be forgotten and to see her legacy live on through this active play space that will bring people together and continue to positively impact the lives of others is incredible.” Layna remembers when she and her mother visited local playgrounds with Avery as they tried to include her in everything they did. While Layna could run and play, there were times when Avery had to sit on the sidelines and watch. However,

her family made every effort to get her sister out of her chair to swing or slide. She realizes not all children or caregivers have the ability to do even these things. Today, Layna is married and has two young daughters. She looks forward to bringing her children to play at the park and can’t imagine what it will feel like to see others play at a destination she and her sister could have only dreamed of. “If only a park like this would have been here when she was - she would have loved it,” said Layna (Beste) Dickey. “Our family is beyond grateful to be included in Sydney’s vision in such a meaningful way. We are deeply touched to be a part of celebrating Avery’s life and building her legacy.” The Beste family is excited about how Avery’s Place will impact the community. The project is just getting started

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and they have already seen so many people join in supporting this cause. “It has been touching to see people around town in Avery’s Place shirts, and so many have asked how they can help or offered to volunteer,” said Maureen. “We hope that the community really embraces this project. The sooner we can raise the funds, the sooner Avery’s Place will become a reality that everyone can enjoy.” How You Can Contribute The vision has been set and plans have been developed, but your help is needed to make this project a reality. The committee is leading a major fundraising campaign for Avery’s Place and is seeking monetary donations to help meet the goal of raising the $710,000 needed for the playground build. In addition to fundraising and approaching seeking support from individuals and businesses, the committee is also looking at grant opportunities. There are a number of ways to give and show your support: Donate by making a monetary gift at Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation or via the website at http://unlimitedplay.org/playground/av-

erys-place/. Checks may also be sent directly to Unlimited Play at 5998 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, Suite 220, St. Peters, MO 63304, but must include Avery’s Place in the memo line. There are a number of sponsorship opportunities available. Share your support for Avery’s Place and its location at Riverbend Park Purchase an Avery’s Place shirt at IGA or at an upcoming event Reach out if you’d like to serve as a volunteer or offer an in-kind donation Like and follow the Avery’s Place Facebook page at facebook.com/averys.place so you can share the information with your network and receive updates on the project as it progresses “Play is so important for children. When kids of all abilities have the opportunity to play together at an early age they learn about one another, and we believe they will grow up to be more understanding and compassionate adults,” said Sydney Deno. “When people come to Avery’s Place they’ll see that the focus isn’t on their differences – but on coming together to play.”

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