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Friday, May 16, 2008
Two people were arrested early Thursday when State Police, Crawford county Sheriffs Department, Orange County Sheriffs department, and Paoli Police executed a search warrant at a home located at 9098 West State Road 64 in Birdseye. Resident 44 year old Danny Campbell and 34 year old Cindy Crawhorn of English were booked into the Crawford County Jail on Methamphetamine related charges. While executing the search warrant, police found articles used to manufacture meth, a substance believed to be methamphetamine was also located at the Birdseye residence.
An English Indiana man was arrested Thursday night after State Police went to a residence loacated at 28593 Okalona Road English in reference to drug activity at the home. Police loacted over 30 grams of Marijuana and drug paraphernalia inside the home. The home owner 58 year old Roy W McCormick was booked into the Perry county Jail on a preliminary charge of dealing marijuana. State Police were assisted by the Perry County Sheriffs Department.
The Bedford Fire Department responded to the report of a fire at 5:40AM this morning at the Visteon Plant in Bedford. A Bedford firefighter said the fire was out when they arrived and that a worker had used a fire extingusiher to put out the small fire. Firefighters used fans to clear the smoke. 1 person received minor injuries. Firefighters were there about 1 hour.
Thursday, May 15, 2008
This item has been found !. Thanks to all who called in their tips !
Craig Starr Indiana State Police - May 16 2008
Indiana State Police Trooper Craig Starr of Paoli is looking for an older model John Deere model 214 riding mower that was sold sometime in April from the Orange county Trading Company in West Baden. The mower had been stolen from a residence in English on April 3rd. Anyone with information should contact Trooper Starr at 1-800-742-7475
Jasper City Police were dispatched to the Southern Wireless Parking lot yesterday after being advised someone had left their children in the vehicle. Officers located 27 year old Nicholas Gordon of ferdinand in the K Mart parking lot. After a background check of Gordon, officers learned that he had a warrant out of Jackson County. Gordon was arrested and taken to the Dubois County Jail. No local charges have been filed at this time.
The Indiana State Supreme Court is suspending a Bloomington attorney for 3 years for several ethics violations. The court says that attorney David Coleman was named as a benficiary on a clients will. he is also accused of getting another client to transfer the ownership of his condo to him.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
The Bedford City Fire Department responded to two house fires early Wednesday morning. The inital house fire was at a vacant house located at 1620 F street in Bedford; fire fighters responded around1:37am. that fire spread to the house next door at 1616 F Street. The second house was occupied and the residents got out safely. The vacant house received heavy stuctural damage and the other home had some structural damage. Two fire fighters received minor injuries, but did not receive treatment. The intial fire is underinvestigation.
Gary Mayor Rudy Clay and others from the city who are on a trip to China are unharmed following the devastating earthquake that hit the country. Clay sent a text message to his spokeswoman, Linda Key, from Beijing after the quake hit. He says the delegation was about 900 miles from the epicenter. Clay says the trip bo bring Chinese business to the Lake County Community is moving forward as previously planned. The delegation is scheduled to return home on Sunday.
The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles Commissioner, Ron Stiver announced a new Internet tool today. Officials say it will allow BMV customers to obtain 10 different services online. Before, the only BMV transaction offered online was renewal of license plates
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Orange Country Homegrown Farmers Market begins today and runs every Tuesday from 4 to 7pm, located between the Indiana Railway Museum and The Resort overflow parking lot just off Hwiy 56. Baked goods, hand made crafts, and other goods. Hope to see you there.
Basketball Legend Larry Bird has filed a lawsuit alleging trademark infringement. Bird accuses the new owners of his former home in West Baden of using his name and fame without permission. The 12 acre property is named "Legend of the French Lick Resort" The resorts web site touts it was the former home of Larry Bird and entices visitors to play basketball on the court where Bird "spent hours practicing and perfecting his shot" when at home in French Lick.
Indiana saw the number of fatal farm accidents triple last year, as the state registered its highest total since 27 people died in 2000. Purdue University says that 24 people died in farm-related accidents in 2007, up from 8 in 2006.
Monday, May 12. 2008
Area police are searching for a Hardinsburg man who escaped after a struggle with a Paoli Police officer on Saturday afternoon. Police are searching for 27 year old Jerry Coleman described as about 5 foot 8 tall, weighing 145 pounds, having brown hair and blue eyes. Anyone with information on his whereabouts should contact the Orange County Sheriffs Department at 723-2417. Coleman is also wanted on charges in Clark county.
Indiana State Police are investigating the theft of a 2001 yellow John Deere Construction backhoe from a site in Loogootee. According to police, on Friday afternoon Jasper Lumber Company delivered the backhoe to the property of Midwestern Engineers located at the intersection of US 231 and US 50 in Loogootee. On Sunday at noon the backhoe was missing. The backhoe is valued at 85,000 dollars. Anyone with information that might helppolice solve the case should contact detective Dana Miller at 1-800-742-7475
Indiana State Police are investigatiing a residential breakin that was reported around 7:10PM Sunday night at the residence located at 9658 west State Road 56 French Lick. Police report that someone had broken into the Jennifer Ridenour residence and destroyed property valued at over $7200.00. The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is being asked to call ISP at 1-800-742-7475
Friday, May 9, 2008
In the contested Orange County Primary races, Tuesday, the Republican race for Orange County commissioner District 2; Incumbant Donald Crocket wins, District 3, Thomas Lamb wins. The Republican race for recorder, Terry Nicholson on top, Valley School Board races for town seats, Anthony Galloway and Eddie Kellams, for township seats, Michael Allstott and Todd Marshall; In the contested Paoli School Board Race, Incumbant Julie Hopper winning. The Republican candidate for State Representative District 62 saw Brook Tarr winning. Tarr will face Democrat Incumbant Sandra Blanton this November.
Around 5:30 Tuesday evening, the Daviess County Sheriff's Office received a 911 call that a lady had been ran down by a team of horses at a residence in Montgomery. Wilmer Raber was driving a team of horses planting a field across from his residence and had stopped to work on the planter. His wife, 49 year old Lovina Raber, had brought Wilmer out something to drink. One of the horses slipped out of its bridle and started trying to get loose from the planter causing the other horses to break away as Well. Wilmer tried to calm the horses by pulling on the reins while Lovina grabbed the harness. The horses took off with the planter still attached, knocking Lovina to the ground and pulling the planter over the top of her causing lacerations to the right side of her head and to her lower right leg. Lovina was transported to Daviess Community Hospital and then transported by Air Evac helicopter to the University of Louisville Hospital for additional treatment.
The Orange County Sheriff's Dept. has released their stastictics for the month of April. The Dept. last month served 377 court papers, County Police made 36 arrests, issued 9 traffic tickets, gave out 35 traffic warnings, performed 218 public service duties, 297 courtesy checks, investigated 22 traffic accidents, 32 crimes, 22 incidents. Dispatchers answered 523 911 calls and 7,337 non-emergency calls.
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Indiana State Police as Jasper Post tell Q-100 News that Early this morning the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department attempted to stop a 2000, silver Jeep Cherokee to question the driver about a burglary that occurred in Floyd County. The driver, 33 year old Louis Newkirk Jr, New Albany refused to stop and led the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department on a pursuit on US 150. Officers lost sight of Newkirk in Orange County and the pursuit was terminated. At approximately 2:39 a.m. Indiana State Police Trooper Trey Lytton was patrolling in the Haysville area when he spotted Newkirk, in the silver Jeep traveling west on SR 56. Newkirk pulled into a driveway in Haysville. When Trooper Lytton exited his patrol car to talk to Newkirk he sped away. Again leading officers in a high speed pursuit, Newkirk traveled south on US 231. Officers from the Dubois County Sheriff’s Department and the Jasper City Police Department quickly joined the pursuit. Trooper Philip Hensley successfully deployed Stop Sticks at 30th and Newton, but Newkirk continued south on Newton. Sergeant Donnie Lampert of the Dubois County Sheriff’s Department deployed Stop Sticks again at 13th and Newton. After running over Sergeant Lampert’s Stop Sticks Newkirk drove off the roadway and through the front yard of St. Joseph’s Church. Refusing to surrender, Newkirk continued south on Newton. At Seventh and Newton, Newkirk drove southeast through the parking lot and between two buildings finally hitting a concrete bench on the courthouse square. Newkirk then fled from the vehicle on foot. Officers from the Jasper City Police Department were able to use a Taser on Newkirk he finally surrendered. After being treated at Jasper Memorial for the Taser wounds, Newkirk was taken to the Dubois County Security Center
Waiting for your Economic Stimulus Payments? Those who use direct deposit will be among the first to receive the payments which began last week. Going by the last two numbers of your social security number, payments already have been sent out for some going through next week. Paper checks will go out May 16 for the last two digits 00-09. And will be sent out every week through July 11.
The Orange County rural District One and Paoli Volunteer Fire Departments were called out to a mobile home fire around 7:18 this morning. The mobile home is located on the sight of the old radio station studios south of town off Unionville Road. The mobile home was a tota loss.
Election Day Today...Stay tuned to Q-100 throughout the evening and on the Website to hear the latest election results........
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
The Ferdiand Post Officehas been renamed. It is now officially known as the Staff Sgt. David L Nord Post Office. Nord is a fallen soldier. Brandon Brosmer, The Ferdinand Postmaster, served as master of ceremonies Monday morning before crowd of more than 500 in the Ferdinand . Brosmer introduced the crowd to 9th district congressman Baron Hill, who pushed through the name change legislation. This includes Nord's widow Luann, his mother Betty, brother Dan, and the son he never knew, David II. Postal officials will place a plaque commemorating the designation of the staff Sgt. David L Nord Post Office at the building in the near future.
A Brown County man died Friday night when a tractor fell on top of him. 49 year old Daniel Eaton, 49, was pronounced dead at the scene near Helmsburg. According to reports from the Brown County Sheriff’s Department, Eaton was on his property on Railroad Road attempting to pull a tri-axle dump truck out of the mud. Around 7 p.m., Eaton hooked up a small Ford tractor to the truck to help pull it out. According to the reports, as he tried to pull the dump truck out, the tractor flipped backward, landing on top of Eaton.
Two Crawford County residents were injured, when the vehicle the were in left the roadway and overturned. According to State Police at Jasper Post, around 11:39pm last evening, 19 year old Tracy Amonett of English was driving a 96 4 door Chevy, near the 96 mile marker on I-64, when she lost controlof her car, causing it to overturn several times. Amonett was not hurt, but passengers, 13 year old Chantel Smith of Milltown received facial lacerations, and Christopher Smith, whose injuries were not revealed. Charges are pending against Amonett for minor in possession of alcohol and passenger Smith for public intoxication.
A Bloomington man has won a large part of the $162 million Powerball Jackpot. Paul Helms and his wife Carol claimed their $200,300 from the Indiana Lottery headquarters Monday, . Helms matched the five sets of numbers, 7, 12, 17, 27 and 45 when he picked up a ticket at the Marsh grocery store on Kinser Pike. Helms and his wife have been married 52 years, Helms also matched four numbers three different times for a $300 win.
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Saving Historic Orange County, Inc. has been awarded a $6833 Historic Preservation Fund Grant by the Indiana Department of Natural Rescues and Archaeology to nominate a milti-block area of downtown Orleans to the national Register of Historic Places. Orleans is Orange County's oldest incorporated town (founded in 1815) with many beautiful historic properties.
The Dogwood Festival continues this evening in Orleans with the Style Show and Salad Supper at the Elementary School, free face painting at the United Methodist Church and of course, the Midway. Entertainment by the group"Patchwork" (acoustic folk and story telling at 7pm.)
Monday, April 28, 2008
West Baden police are looking for a person suspected of throwing rocks at a parked police cruiser. this past weekend. West Baden police say an officer, upon returning to his cruiser, noticed damage to the rear passenger side window, possibly from an act of criminal mischief. State Police Jasper are helping investigate the incident and ask anyone with information to call the post at (812) 482-1441.
Natasha Carr was named the 2008 Dogwood Festival Queen in Orleans Saturday.Princesses are Emily Grace, Meghan Wilson and Jennifer Anderson. Miss Congeniality was Courtney Beasley. Winners of the Jr. Miss Dogwood Festival Pageant were Miss Congeniality Jennifer Cornett, Princesses McKayla Padjett, Layken Raiy, Keisha Mortand and Queen Andrea Buttrum. Ronald Taylor was named Citizen of the Year. Taylor, who is Orange County's Veteran Affairs Service Officer , was honored for all the service he had done for veterans. Check the community calander section on this site for events up coming at this years Orleans Dogwood Festival.
The Town of French Lick will conduct Spring Clean-Up Days, Monday and Tuesday, April 28 and 29 for the east of Indiana Avenue area and Wednesday and Thursday, April 30 and May 1st for Indiana Ave. and West of Indiana Ave. No tires, no hazardous waste, no construction material, limited to one large appliance, large TV and a small TV
Friday, April 25, 2008
A Lawrence County man was captured with the assistance of the Lawrence County K-9 Asko. According to the Lawrence County Sheriffs Department, officer Bill Allen of the Oolitic Police Department was investigating a possible burglary of a vehicle, when the suspect ran. Officer Allen then asked for the K-9 unit and after a short pursuit, the suspect 25 year old Matthew Wilson of Bedford, was found hiding in a crawl space at the rear of a residence at 19 Pattonville Drive. He was taken into custody and charged with resisting law enforcement by fleeing and attempted theft and transported to the Lawrence County Jail.
The Orleans Dogwood Festival gets underway in full swing tomorrow Saturday.A new event has been scheduled, the 1st annual Dogwood Festival adult co-ed softball tourney. All nighter tourney begins Monday May 2nd. The games will be played on Hall and Hodson fields located on North Adams Street. teams must consist of at 5 men and 5 women, and you must be at least 16 years old to play. Entry fee is $125.00 to register call 865-5712. For al events Dogwood festival related visit http://www.orleansdogwoodfestival.com/home.html
The Orleans Dogwood Festival revived the Window Decorating Contest for this years festival. Winners have been announced:
1st Place: Flower Cottage
2nd Place: Orleans Flower shop
3rd Place: Dogwood Realty
Most Original: J & S Sportswear
Best Use Of Theme: Hometown Carpet
and the Chairmans Choice: Maple Street Restaurant
Ribbons were awarded to all winners and windows may be seen by touring Maple Street
Thursday, April 24, 2008
The Orange County Sheriff’s Department has announced the opening of an anonymous tip line for the department. Sheriff Richard Dixon says people can call either (812) 723-3600 E t 254 or the toll-free number at (800) 905-1627 -254. Dixon says this tip line is primary in response to the increasing number of thefts involving vehicles, parts and scrap metal. Hotline tipsters can remain completely anonymous if they have information that could lead to solving a crime.
Police have recovered stolen metal worth $330,000 after arresting a man who was trying to sell it to a Columbus scrap yard. 36-year-old Michael Smiley of Hope arrested Monday after attempting to sell 9,000 pounds of metal to Legend Smelting & Recycling. He was charged with possession of stolen property and is being held in the Bartholomew County jail without bond.
Buehler Foods announced a letter of intent has been signed to sell the company to Houchens Industries. Houchens Industries is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. It operates retail grocery and convenience stores, restaurants, tanning supply and distribution businesses, optical stores and businesses in construction, paving, trucking, recycling, insurance, manufacturing, Web development, financial services and property management. The 22 stores owned by Buehler Foods in Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois will remain open and retain the Buehler name, and no layoffs are expected, said Kris Buehler Massat, company president. The transaction will be completed within the next 60 days
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
A break in at a Dubois residence last night. Curt Breitwieser reported that his residence had been broken into. A small amount of cash and a playstation and games were also taken. Two young males, possibly between 14 and 17 year old , had been seen in the area by . They were described as both having dark brown or black hair. One male had a red shirt on The other was carrying a back pack. The two may also be involved in the two vehicles that had items taken out of at the Northeast Dubois High School. Anyone with information on these incidents are asked to call the Dubois Co. Sheriff's Department.
The employees of the Visteon plant in Bedford received a letter from the company last week that indicated the agreement to close the plant will happen.
The letter stated “separations (with about 521 union workers) will begin on or about June 30” and the plant will close July 31. The past few years as the plant has offered buyouts and reduced its force from its maximum 1,000 employees, . The letter is required by law when closing down a sizeable plant. Most of the plant’s employees will be laid off by June 30, and a “skeleton crew” will remain until Sept. 30, preparing equipment to be sold or transferred and cleaning the facility for a new buyer. In addition to the union workers, approximately 55 non-union workers will lose jobs. The Bedford facility makes fuel delivery modules, among other automotive components. Its major customer is the Ford Motor Co. The company announced last summer the Bedford plant would close because Visteon is getting out of the fuel delivery module business.
Jasper City Police responded to K-Mart yesterday after a call of a child being trapped under a vehicle. 89 year old Jerome Klein of Jasper had backed out of his parking space and at the the same time a family was walking across the now empty parking space. Klein then proceeded to drive forward, but failed to correct his path of travel causing his vehicle to travel back through the parking space. Klein became confused and hit the gas instead of the brake causing his vehicle to strike 4 year old Demiah Bottorff of Jasper. After striking the child, Klein's 2002 Ford Taurus then struck the drivers side rear fender of a Chevy Trailblazer owned by Christine Brockman. Klein's vehicle continued forward over a concrete parking slab, sideswiped a concrete post, and then struck a 1999 Chevy Lumina owned by Carol Rasche before coming to a rest. Bottorff was pronounced dead a short time later. Klein was transported to Memorial Hospital for a blood test which is required when a driver causes serious bodily harm or death. No charges have been filed at this time but the investigation is on-going
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Orleans Town officials are urging area residents and/or business owners this week who have experienced any type of flood related issue or damages during the recent heavy flooding to contact Indiana Department of Homeland Security at 1-866-210-1925.
Orleans Clerk Robert F. Henderson said that even if a federal type declaration is not announced, there will still be state disaster funds available to homeowners and residents. “We are strongly encouraging residents to report any type of damage that occurred as result of the recent storms,” he added. Those persons having questions or in need of more information may also contact the Orleans Town Hall at 865-2539.Jasper - The Indiana State Police would like to remind citizens that the farm planting season is upon us and often requires large farm machinery to be on the road. This requires drivers in rural areas to be alert to the possibility of encountering slow moving farm machines. Motorists should be prepared to slow or stop to avoid a collision with a farm machine turning into a field or driveway. Extra patience, careful driving habits. And the use of highly visible markings and lights will help prevent crashes involving farm machines and automobiles.
The third earthquake since Friday morning reported yesterday at at 1:38AM ET. According to the Geologic Survey, the quake registered at 4.5 on the Richter Scale before later being changed to a 4.0. Again the third quake near the Bellmont Illinois area, just like the previous two that occured Friday morning and afternoon. The first quake registering at 5.2 coming through the area at 5:38AM Friday morning. The second quake at around 11:15AM registered at 4.5. Some sources have reported people in the midwest could hear after shocks for the next week or two.
Monday, April 21, 2008 (Keep it quiet, webmaster fell asleep)
Friday, April 18, 2008
Indiana has been shaken by a 5.4 earthquake which rumbled across the state a little after 5:30AM this morning. The quake was centered in New Salem Illinois about 32 miles west of Evansville. No reports of damage in Indiana, but some bricks were shaken loose from an automotive machine shop in Louisville. There were also some worries about water seepage. Also, a dorm at Vincennes University was evacuated when the quake set off fire alarms. Later aroun 11:14AM a aftershock measuring 4.5 was recorded.
INDOT Vincennes district earthquake response team has completed their Level 1 inspections throughout Southwestern Indiana. Of the 800 structures inspected, only 8 were identified as having potential problems requiring comprehensive inspections by registered engineers. These second tier inspections resulted in recommendations for minor repair and found no problems of a significant nature. INDOT will continue to monitor those structures and be prepared to react if necessary.
An ATV rider escaped following a police chase last night in Martin County. According to State Police from the Jasper POst, Trooper Jarrod Lents saw a yellow Honda ATV traveling east on State Road 550 west of Hindostan Falls road in Martin County. Trooper Lents attempted to pull over the ATV but the rider refused to stop, and led police on a 12 mile chase through rural Martin County. The suspect ditched the ATV and fled into the woods. The rider was not caught last night and the case is still under investigation. State Police were asisted by members of the Martin County Sheriffs Department, Daviess County Sheriffs Department, and Loogootee Police. the 2000 Yellow Honda EX 400 ATV was confiscated.
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Thieves in Orange County have reached a new low. Recently in the past week, someone stole two large ac units from a church in rural Orange County. These units weighed in excess of 400 pounds each and would have required large equipment to remove. According to Sheriff Richard Dixon, Orange County officers attempt to check on the churches and businesses at night; however they need the publics help to keep an eye out for this type of activity. There are more than 100 churches in Orange County and they can be easy targets. Dixon said All of our area churches and businesses need to be aware that this type of activity is going on. We are pursuing several leads in the case and hope to apprehend the group that is responsible; however in the meantime we are asking residents of Orange County to watch their neighborhood churches and businesses for any suspicious activity and report it to the Sheriffs department as quickly as possible.
Also, last week, thieves stole the aluminum wheels off of a 1996 Chevy Monte Carlo, the catalytic converter off of the same car, along with copper wire from a temporary service pole, radiators out of 3 Chevy trucks and 2 carburetors. The items were located on private property, north of Prospect on North County Road 850 west. The owner is offering a substantial reward for information. Contact the OC Sheriffs Department at 723-2417
Indiana lawmakers are considering tighter rules on the sale of scrap metal in an effort to stem the theft of metal parts. A bill sponsored by Democratic represenative Dave Crooks of Washington, would require anyone selling scrap to show a photo ID. The bill passed the house and is expected to go before the full Senate. Metal prices have riseb sharply in recent years. Authorities say that's led to thefts of items including copper wire, church gutters, air conditioners, catalytic converters & aluminum wheels. It costs more to replace the stolen material than the thief gets from a scrap dealer.Police say that without a statewide law, thieves can just take the scrap to another county to avoid detection.
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
The next phase of the renovation of Orange County’s historic Courthouse
is scheduled to begin in May. Phase 1 has been completed with the installation of a elevator to bring the courthouse into compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act specifications. Bidding deadline for contractors to bid on Phase 2 is 10AM Thursday. Phase 2 will include structural and interior renovations to the 158 year old courthouse, the 2nd oldest still in continual use courthouse in Indiana. When all is complete, offices that have been moved to temporary housing, will be able to move back in January 2009.
Jason Lawyer was selected to replace Don McClintock as the Orleans Town Councilman for Ward 1. The republican caucus chose lawyer at their meeting held Monday night at Orleans Town Hall. McClintock had resigned, and Lawyer will serve his remaining 4 year term. Jason Lawyer is also the son of current Orleans Twon Council president Randy Lawyer. The other Orleans Twon Councilman is Mike Fields. The next Orleans Twon Council meeting will be Thursday at 7PM.
During his tour of the flooding that occurred in late March, Congressman Baron Hill (D-9th Dist) saw the need for a flood summit in Orange County. Although such flooding typically occurs annually and several potential solutions have been offered, there is no defined action plan to mitigate the flooding and subsequent damage in Orange County. This summit will allow participants to come together to work toward a comprehensive plan of action to address the flooding.
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
The French Lick VFD responded to a house fire at 12:40AM this morning. The house was the Dana Netsa residence located at 8536 Summitt Circle in French Lick. The house was a total loss. Firefighters were on scene until 5:27AM this morning.
Paoli Police officer Derek Stroud arrested a Shoals man after a traffic accident that occurred at the intersection of US 150 and State Road 56 west and Hospital Road on Saturday afternoon. Arrested was 41 year old Timothy Boyd of Shoals and he booked into the Orange County Jail on a warrant charge of failure to appear in Orange County.
Indiana State Police are investigating a burglary Sunday at the Cooper esidence located at 611 West 5th street in Huntingburg. According to police, someone forced their way into the house, and several prescription medications were stolen. Anyone with information is urged to contact State Police at the Jasper Post at 812-482-1441 or 800-742-7475
Monday, April 14, 2008
A fire at the Lawrence County Security Center in Bedford was minor and
caused noInjuries, however, it is being blamed on inmates. are being blamed for a small fire that was started Sunday night. Sheriff Sam Craig said Seven inmates were locked down in the N block of the jail. Craig said the individuals became upset over the lockdown and started a fire with a book. Jail Security officers extinguished the fire but the Bedford Fire Department was contacted to remove smoke from the building. The inmates were moved to another part of the building,
Metal thieves hit sometime in the past two weeks at a property north of Prospect along North County Road 850 West. Items stolen include .4 aluminun wheels from a late 90s Chevy Monte Carlo, A catalytic converter, 3 Chevy truck radiators and two carburetors. The owner is offering a cash reward for information leading to the arrest of those responsible. Call the Orange county sheriff's office at 723-2417 with information.
Rabies Vaccination Clinics run this week in Orange County. State Law requires that dogs and cats three months of age and older be vaccinated against rabies once a year. Cost per animal is $7. Monday evenings clinic hours are: 6 to 7 pm at Dr. cooper's office on 37 north in Paoli, 5:30 to 6:30 pm at Dr. Kirk's office in downtown Orleans. From 4 to 6pm at Dr. Mcdonalds office on East 15o near Hardinsburg.
Friday, April 11, 2008
With a late start arriving, former President Bill Clinton, campaigning for his wife, presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton arrived in Dubois County yesterday evening. Over 2,000 people attended the speech at the Jasper Middle School. Clinton explained why his wife, Hillary, would be the better choice for President. First, focus on the future; the future is the only thing that matters and he says that means bringing our troops home. Two, Hillary would cut cost; lower grocery and gas prices, mentioning the average family spends an extra $400-$500 a year on gasoline and $200-$300 a year at the grocery store . Clinton ended with a quote "Hillarys the one that can do this, so lets get the show on the road."
State Rep. Sandy Blanton (D-Orleans) announced that reference guides detailing the new laws that were enacted during the 2008 legislative session are available free of charge through her Statehouse office. “While the primary focus of the 2008 legislative session was to pass the comprehensive property tax reform plan (House Enrolled Act 1001), lawmakers still found the time to pass 146 other new laws in other areas such as education, public safety and veterans affairs, In addition to the all-inclusive guide that provides information on the 146 new laws, more tailored guides are available that focus on laws pertaining to certain constituent groups like seniors, business leaders, educators, attorneys and health care professionals. “By using these free guides, citizens can take an active role in learning what important changes will come as a result of the work of the 2008 legislative session,” Blanton said To obtain a free reference guide, contact Rep. Blanton’s Statehouse office by calling 1-800-382-9842, e-mailing H62@in.gov or writing in care of the Indiana House of Representatives, 200 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204.
Thursday, April 10, 2008
A crash in rural Sullivan County has left a small child in critical condition and State Police looking for a vehicle. between 6:30 and 7PM on Tuesday, some children were playing near the road on CR 1125S just west of CR 350W in southern Sullivan County. A vehicle traveling west on 1125 struck 5 year old Codie Pusey of Carlisle while riding his tricycle near a mailbox. The suspect vehicle then continued westbound from the scene. The child's grandmother rushed Codie to Sullivan County Community Hospital and later airlifted to Methodist Hospital. The child sustained head, chest, and internal injuries and is in a coma. The suspect vehicle is a red, with possible customization to lower body, a rear spoiler on the trunk, fuzzy dice hanging from the mirror and a loud exhaust. The suspect car should also have front end damage and possible windshield damage. The driver is thought to be a male. Anyone with information is encouraged to please contact State Police immediately.
A Crawford County man who ran out of gas ended up in jail yesterday morning. Indiana State Trooper Jon Deere was traveling along SR 37, north of SR 70 and stopped to assist a motorist who was out of gas. While helping out 24 year old David Woodward, Trooper Deere found Woodward was wanted on a warrant out of Harrison County for a probation violation concerning the possession of a controlled substance. Woodward was then taken to the Perry County Jail without incident.
The French Lick Resort Casino had fewer visitors to the gaming floor in March 2008 than last year. however, those fewer visitors dropped more money in slot machines. The overall amount the casino made on gaming was down to $9 million in March of 2008 versus $9.2 million in 2007, Last month, the casino had 109,066 people pass through the turnstile at the casino. In March of 2007, there were 125,773 visitors.. In March 2007, the casino won $7.7 million on the slot machines versus $7.8 million last month. On table games in March of 2007, the casino raked in $1.4 million compared to $1.1 million in March of this year. The number of visitors to the casino floor this past month was up from the previous month (February of 2008) at which time 103,219 passed into the casino. The overall amount of money the casino made in March of 2008 ($9 million) was also slightly up from the amount hauled in by the casino during the previous month ($8.9 million.) Last month the area experienced road closings coming into the casino, due to high waters.
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
A Martin County man escaped injury Tuesday at about 6:40 a.m. after hitting two deer on Ind. 450 south of Tommy George Road. According to the Martin County Sheriffs Department, 49 year old William K. Wilson was driving a 1995 Ford Contour, crested a hill and saw several deer on the side of the road. As Wilson slowed down, two deer entered the roadway. He struck the first deer with the front bumper throwing the deer onto the windshield. He then struck the second deer on the right front fender causing damage to the fender and the right side rearview mirror. Damage to the vehicle was estimated at more than $1,000. The Martin County Sheriffs Department investigated the accident.
The Orange County Sheriffs Department has released their statistics for the month of March. Last month the Orange County Sheriffs department served a total of 234 court papers; made 28 arrests; issued 29 traffic tickets and gave out 101 traffic warnings; performed 268 public service duties; 365 courtesy checks; investigated 29 traffic accidents; 33 crimes and 13 incidents. During March Orange County dispatchers answered 582 emergency 911 phone calls and 10,587 non emergency phone calls. The top crime last month in Orange County was operating a vehicle while intoxicated.
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
The trial of former Lawrence County Police Department Matron, 33 year old Hauna Hawkins, began today. . Hawkins, 33, is accused of having a sexual relationship with inmate Kevin Edwards, while Edwards was in the Lawrence County Jail in 2006. as an inmate. Hawkins, was the daughter-in-law of Sheriff Kent Hawkins and had taken the matron’s job following the death of her mother-in-law Sandy Hawkins, who was previously the matron.
A National Healthcare watchdog group says the lack of health insurance coverage is killing hoosiers. Director Ron Pollack says Indiana residents with no insurance don't go to the doctor, l eave prescriptions unfilled, and ignore medical issues. He says the issue needs more attention on the national level.
The search continues today for the two men who escaped from the Branchville Correctional Facility in Perry County last Friday. Extra officers have been called in to assist in the search. 20 yer old Conan Helsley and 45 year old Kent Day are considered dangerous. Day is serving a murder sentence.
Monday, April 7, 2008
On Sunday, April 6th, Indiana State Police Troopers serving a warrant found more than just the person they wanted. Troopers Greg Day and Joshua Allen located 25 year old Brandon Brown inside the residence at
Also Two small children, ages 1 and 2 years, were taken into custody by Lawrence County Child Protective Services. The children were both taken for medical treatment and review due to the strong fumes and condition of the home.The Indiana State Police Meth Suppression Unit was called to the scene to dispose of the chemicals properly. Assisting the State Police at the scene were Lawrence County Sheriff’s Department, Lawrence County Child Protective Services, Troopers Jon Patrick, Brad Mundy and Matt Fleener.
Smithville Telephone of Ellettsville announced today a multi million dollar investment which will give rural residents better access to technology. The money will be invested over the next 36 months in a new communications platform.
Republican 9th didtrict congressional candidate Mike Sodrel will be in Paoli tonite to speak at the annual Orange County Lincoln Day Dinner. The dinner will be tonite 7Pm-9:30PM at Paoli Jr Sr High School.
Friday, April 4, 2008
A French Lick man was arrested around 10:07PM last night in Shoals by Indiana State Police. According to Indiana State Police at the Jasper Post, 48 year old Tony Poe of French Lick was driving a 1988 Chevy Beretta. Poe was pulled over at RJ's in Shoals, and police determined that Poe was operating a vehicle while intoxicated and was a habitual traffic violator with a life time license suspension. While being transported to the Martin county Jail, Poe reportedly damaged several articles in the state police cruiser. He was booked into the Martin County Jail and charged with Class C felony Habitual Traffic Violator; Class A misdemeanors, Operating while intoxicated and resisting law enforcement; and Class B misdemeanors disorderly conduct, criminal mischief and public intoxication.
The US Army Corps of Engineers at Patoka Lake Reservoir in Dubois is reporting the lake at currently 546.5 feet or 89 percent full as of today at 6AM. The lake level has come up 0.52 feet in the last 24 hours according to Corps officials.
Smithville Telephone on Monday to announce a 90 million dollar investment that will benefit 29,000 customers in 17 counties. The cutting edge technology will give rural residents better technology access than many urban areas in Indiana and the US. The announcement will take place at Smithville headquarters in Ellettsville Monday 11AM.
Thursday, April 3, 2008
The County Commissionners in Dubois County are opening the flood gates at Patoka Lake to alleviate flooding in that area, but the extra water will be making its way down the Patoka River into Gibson County. That has emergency officials there worried. Gibson County Red Cross director Greg Waite say that action, combined with rain over the next few days, will make things worse for people in Gibson County. Waite says they've issued an alert to people living along the Patoka River to keep a close eye on the situation.
The US Army Corps of Engineers advises that even though we have had a great deal of rain, Patoka Dam is operational and safe. Recent rains have raised the dam level to 546 feet, which is 10 feet above the the normal summer pool level, and two feet below the maximum storage capacity. The dam is currently 86% of capacity, but more rain could raise the level to the 548 ft maximum. At that point water would begin to run through the spillway as a safe bypass into the Patoka River. The Corps of Engineers reports that the Patoka Dam has traditionally performed well and that the dam is operational and safe.
A police chase involving a Mitchell man ended at his home Wednesday. According to police reports, 36 year old Scott Crane was spotted in Huron by a off duty Lawrence County police officer, who knew that Crane was wanted on outstanding warrants. The off duty police officer then called for other officers for backup. Before the other officers could respond, Crane then disappeared. Crane was later spotted on State Road 37 and led officers on several county roads, finally turning into his drive on Deckard Road in Mitchell, where he was then apprehended and arrested. Speeds in the chase reached 60 MPH in a 35 MPH zone, according to police. Crane was charged with resisting arrest by fleeing and reckless driving, and was wanted on three warrants for failure to appear in court. He also was cited for disregarding a stop sign, driving while driver’s license suspended and false and fictitious registration and was taken to the Lawrence County jail and was being held without bond on the warrants.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
On Tuesday, a property owner near the Birdseye Conservation Club notified Dubois County Sheriff’s Deputy Sergeant Lamperton Tuesday, that he had located a mud-covered motorcycle & a 4-wheeler abandoned on his property. This information was forwarded to State Police Trooper Philip Lubbers who was working a similar case. Trp Lubbers responded and after determining that both vehicles were those stolen from Jason Brockriede in Huntingburg on March 30 or 31, 2008 the vehicles were released to their owner. This investigation is ongoing.
Indiana's unemployment rate edged up a tenth of a point to 4.6% in the month of February. Thats still below the national rate of 4.8% Dubois County unemployment rates jumped in February from 3.3 to 3.7%. February rates took a leap in six of the eight neighboring counties: Daviess from 3.2 to 3.5%, Martin County up a half percent to 4.9%, Orange jumped 5.6 to 6.4, Pike up half percent , Spencer rose to 5.2%, 3.7%. The state lost 9600 jobs in the month of February to drop to its worst employment level in ten months. Its the sharpest one month decline in five months.
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
The owner of a thriving furniture plant has died. 88 year old Robert Menke Sr., founder of what is now known as OFS Brands, passed away Sunday. Menke began his career working for his fathers factory. Upon his discharge from the Army in 1945, Menke and his father in law, RH McMurtrie, founded the Ferdinand Furniture Company. Menke held the position of President for more than a decade and helped the company thrive. With the death of his father in 1956, Menke took control of Ducrafts Industries. later changed the name to Styline Industries, and turned the company into a leading supplier of occasional tables. Starting with thirty employees and several production buildings, the company currently known as OFS Brands now has more than two thousand employees and operations in three states. Menke turned control of the company over to his son Hank in 1983, but remained active until his death, most recently serving as Chairman of the Board, Emeritus. Once again, Robert Menke SR. has passed away at the age of 88.
Steve Brett has resigned as the head basketball coach at Loogootee High School.
Brett stepped down after posting a 92-52 record in six seasons at his alma mater, including three sectional titles and a run to the Class A state championship game in 2005, where the Lions lost to Lapel. Brett has a 394-290 record in 30 years of coaching, including stints at Bloomfield, Seymour and Loogootee, but the Lions slipped to 4-18 this season, creating unrest at the basketball tradition-rich school.
A Nevada gambling company is buying Casino Aztar of Evansville in a deal worth up to $245 million. The casino had been up for sale since December, when Fort Mitchell, Kentucky-based Columbia Sussex Corporation said it would sell the riverboat to avoid bankruptcy. A release issued today says the company agreed to sell the casino to Eldorado Resorts LLC for as much as 245 million dollars, including $25 million in potential incentives linked to the casino's performance.
Monday, March 31, 2008
Hoosiers for Hillary today announced former President Bill Clinton will return to Indiana Wednesday, April 2, continuing his Hoosiers for Hillary Heartland Tour. Former President Clinton will attend "Solutions for America" events in Columbus, Seymour, Bedford and Bloomington. Former President Clinto scheduled to appear at Bedford Middle School 1501 North Street at 12:30PM and is open to the public at this time.
Fire investigators now believe a discarded cigarette sparked an early morning house fire that killed a Columbus couple. 74 year old Bob Bennett and his 72 year old wife Nacy died of smoke inhalation.
The Indiana sales tax will increase tomorrow from 6 percent to 7 percent. The increase was part of House Enrolled Act 1001. The Property Tax reform package signed into law by Governor Daniels. The sales tax hike will help offset new limits on property taxes.
Friday, March 28, 2008
In the past 3 days a little over 2 inches of rain has fallen at Q-100. Due to the ground still being saturated from last weeks rains, minor flooding is occurring in parts of our listening areas. In French Lick, Monon Drive and County Road 725 West remain covered and in the Orleans area, State Road 37 in the middle of town. Orleans Town officials remind that the detour for Orleans is for local traffic only. No Semis or other big equipment is being allowed through the detour. Orange County Sheriffs department is advising motorists to use caution and to not drive through standing or running water.
The Indiana Supreme Court has scheduled oral arguments for May 22 in former State Trooper David Camms appeal of his murder conviction. Camm is serving a life sentence without the possibilty of parole after being found guiltyof killing his wife and their two children in 2000. His 2006 conviction in Warrick Superior Court was his second in the case. The first in Floyd county, was overturned by the Indiana Court of Appeals in 2004.
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Paoli Town Council President William Windhorst stated at the town council’s regular meeting on March 18 that Paoli Community Park and Jaycee Park are closed until further notice. Windhorst stated that the two parks are off limits because they are both construction sites and not covered by the town’s insurance. According to Windhorst, “We are asking that all residents stay out of those parks until the Town of Paoli assumes responsibilities for those parks,” Also at the meeting, new Paoli Parks and Recreations Director Aaron Elliott attended and asked for equipment supplies to aid in attending the parks.
Orange County Treasurer Barbara Hall is announcing to Orange County Taxpayers that, they do not know when they will be able to mail tax statements this year. But according to Hall business must continue as usual for Orange County and they are asking that for this Springs tax installment, you make the same payment as your 2007 Spring tax installment. When making that payment make sure you have or include your parcel(s) number as well. More info call 723-7102
An Indiana State Police state trooper was injured after a car crashed into the back of his stopped patrol car in Indianapolis. Trooper Mike Eland was investigating a crash this morning when when a vehicle driven by a suspected drunken driver rear ended his car. Trooper Mike Eland was treated and released. The other drivers involved were arrested.
Wednesday March 26, 2008
The French Lick Police Department is investigating several thefts from several vehicles in the French Lick area. The police department has made several arrests involving juveniles in reference to the thefts. The thefts occurred mainly from vehicles which had not been locked and the juveniles are calling this crime "Car Hopping" in which they go from area to area and look for unlocked vehicles to enter and steal from. The French Lick Police Department is asking all residents to keep their vehicles secured and not to leave valuable items in the vehicle as this will help prevent this type of crime. Anyone with information on the thefts can contact the French Lick Police Department at 936-9811 or email flpd936@bluemarble.net
A vacant Bedford apartment house was significantly damaged by fire this morning. According to police reports, a neighbor to the building at 435 J St. reported the blaze at 3:07 a.m. Bedford Fire Chief Scott Gillespie said he was unsure how the fire started, but it remains under investigation. He believes it started somewhere on the second floor of the four room apartment building owned by Tom Benham of Lawrence County.
A Lawrence County man was arrested following being charged with allegedly inappropriately touching a 10-year-old Unionville girl. According to police reports, The girl and her sister spent the night at Martin’s house and after the older sister left, 60 year old Robert Martin reportedly began to inappropriately touch the younger girl. Martin admitted to that he touched the girl and later wrote an apology letter to her. Martin was arrested and taken to the Lawrence County Security Center and later released on $20,000 cash or $15,000 surety bond.
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
A two vehicle accident in Daviess County late last night left two people injured. Indiana State Police reprt 57 year old Joseph Schnarr of Washington was eastbound on SR 56 when his load of turkeys shifted while entering a curve. This caused the trailor of his 1995 Ford Semi to tip over onto a westbound car driven by 20 year old William Ronk of Odon. Schnarr's semi tractor then left the southside of the roadway, causing it to roll over. Schnarr escaped injury, but William had a laceration to his arm and passenger Laela had a laceration to her head. Both were taken to Jasper Memorial where they were treated and released. Ronk was ticketed for operating with no financial responsibility. All three people involved in the crash were wearing their seatbelts, which helped reduce the severity of their injuries.
Another Southern Indiana manufacturing plant is leaving. The GE plant in Bloomington will close by the end of 2009. The westside plant has been in operation for four decades. Its closure will affect 884 current employees: 826 hourly and 58 salaried. While GE announced in January its intent to close the plant, a 60-day period followed to allow ideas to come forward on keeping the plant — and its jobs. . “We’re another victim of NAFTA,” said one company official, referring to the North American Free Trade Agreement. “It’s hard to compete with people making well below minimum wage.” The Bloomington plant lost $45 million in projected revenue last year and was projected to lose that much or more this year.
The Indiana Pacers have announced that president and Chief Executive Officer Donnie Walsh is leaving the franchise at the end of season. Walsh came to the team in 1984 and became General Manager in 1986 and has served as president since 1988. French Lick native Larry Bird will continue with the organization as president of basketball operations.
March 24, 2008
Indiana State Police have arrested a Dubois man for rape, sexual misconduct with a minor and intimidation. Preliminary investigation reveals that the Indiana State Police received a phone call tha 33 year old John Priddy was relations with a 14 year old female in Dubois. When Trooper Mark Green arrived he immediately separated the female and Priddy and called for a detective to assist with the investigation. Detective Rick Magill and the Department of Family & Children took over the investigation which resulted in the arrest of Priddy. Priddy was taken to the Dubois County Jail without incident and the young female was taken to Jasper Memorial Hospital for treatment and then was released to her parents. If convicted Priddy could receive a maximium of 43 years in prison and $30,000 in fines.
On Saturday, March 22 at approx. 6:30AM Paoli Police dept received a call in reference to a noise complaint at the Midwest Inn. Upon arrival police came into contact with a Quintin Karnes of Corydon. After further investigation by police it was discovered that there was containers of alcohol in the room. 6 juvenile ranging from ages 13-17 was identified and tested for alcohol. the 6 juveniles were arrested and charged with minor consumption and then released into a guardians custody. Quintin Karnes was arrested and charged with 6 counts of contributing to the deliquency of a minor all Class C Felonies and he was was transported to the orange county jail. Paoli Police were assisted at the scene by the Orange County Sheriffs Dept.
The Orange County Emergency Management Agency is needing your help. If you live in Orange County and were affected by flooding and are applying for Government assistance Call Orange County EMA at 723-7111
Friday, March 21, 2008
The Orange County Sheriffs Department reported as of 2PM today, all major roadways were open and passable. County Roads, may still have spots where water covers the roadways, so be cautious when driving on unfamiliar roadways.
Representatives of the Lotus Dickey Hometown Reunion, traditionally a Paoli event, approached the Orleans Town Council Thursday night about moving the festival to Orleans for this year. The council tentatively approved the move, awaiting final approval of the layout of the event in and around Congress Square. According to Orleans Clerk-Treasurer Robert Henderson, “We want to be good neighbors, They needed a temporary home and we wanted to help out if we could.” The one-year move is being necessitated by construction on and around the Orange County Courthouse in Paoli. The Lotus Dickey Hometown Reunion will be June 13-15.
State Police say at least 29 people were treated and person remains hospitalized and more than 300 were evacuated from the Carefree Jasper Engiines plant after an explosion released hydrochloric acid gas Thursday. Sergeant Chad Dick of the ISP said none of the injuries appeared to be life threatening. Workers were mixing chemicals when a cloud of hydrochloric acid gas was accidentally created. Jasper Engines employs about 1600 people at locations in Jasper and Carefree. The company refurbishes engines and transmissions.
Thursday, March 20, 2008
Orange County Sheriff Richard Dixon is saying Orange County roads should be passable in 24 hours more or less. US 150/56 between Paoli and the Valley still closed as of 6PM. Also closed is US 150 between Prospect and Shoals. State Road 145 between French Lick and I-64 is open and State Road 37 between Paoli and Orleans is open. US 150 between Paoli and Fredericksburg now open.
The State of Emergency for Orange County was lifted early this morning. Today saw Gov. Mitch Daniels arrive to tour Orange County by air and survey flood damage. Hardest hit was the Springs Valley area and Orleans. Tomorrow Congressman Baron Hill will visit Orange and Crawford Counties to survey the flood damage.
The DNR assisted in several water rescues the past few days due to the rain. In Harrison County, officers rescued a family from their home, in Milltown officers assisted with removing people stranded by high water and also officers assisted with rescuing people stranded by water at a factory and a motel in French Lick.
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
Orange County Rural District 2 Volunteer Fire Department along with firefighters from Southeast, Paoli, Orleans and Orange county Rural District One and ambulances were at the scene of a residential fire at 10:27 this morning. The fire was at the Allen Strange residence at 61 West Murphy road north of Paoli. Unofficial reports say Mr. Strange suffered from smoke inhalation and was taken to Bloomington Hospital of Orange County and later transferred to Floyd County . The Fire departments were on the scene until about 2:30pm.
The staff at O’Bannon Woods State Park has received the Property Achievement Award. The park, near Corydon in Harrison County, until recently called Wyandotte Woods, was renamed in honor of Indiana's late govenor, Frank O'Bannon. The award acknowledges efforts to meet goals and objectives and work together as a team to provide outstanding visitor services. Successful projects this past year included the renovation and reopening of a Family Aquatic Center, creation of a 36-site loop with electricity for horse campers, grant development for the construction of an accessible trail, forming a partnership with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service to provide research and protection for the endangered Indiana bat at Wyandotte Cave, rehab of the 1942 fire tower and renovation of the historic Civilian Conservation Corps group camp.
National Weather Service Forecasters have issued a Flood Warning for South Central Indiana through 9:30 this evening. Motorists are urged not to attempt crossing flooding roadways for any reason. Another 3-5 inches of rain could fall by tomorrow along with the two inches received since last night.
Monday, March 17, 2008
A Lawrence County motorcyclist received injuries after his cycle hit a deer Friday night. According to police reports, 51 year old Roger Perkins of Bedford was driving a 1992 Harley Davidson Cycle east on US 50 when he hit a deer 600 feet east of Stumphole Bridge road. According to reports, Perkins was not wearing a helmet and suffered a head injury and was admitted to Bedford Regional Medical Center.
State officials say the rollout of the state’s new privatized welfare system is going well enough to expand it to a large swath of southern and western Indiana. Some advocates for the needy warn, beware. Next week, the Family and Social Services Administration and its private partners are expected to introduce call center services and other automation to welfare delivery in 27 counties arcing from the Ohio River to nearly Lafayette. That incldues Lawrence, Martin, Monroe, Orange, Washington and other neighboring counties. Helping the clients and the vendors is a volunteer network of 218 agencies in the pilot region that includes faith-based groups, food pantries, homeless shelters, attorneys and others who work with needy people. Main said FSSA has enlisted 169 more so far in the 27-county region coming on next. However, critics say the new system is so flawed in the 12 counties that they called last week for Gov. Mitch Daniels and the General Assembly to investigate and to halt the rollout in its tracks if necessary.
A mobile home fire over the weekend has claimed the life of an infant. Three children, ages 13, 7 and 3 years old were able to escape the fire but an 18 month old girl could not be rescued and died. The Indiana State Fire Marshal is investigating.
Friday, March 14, 2008
Indiana State Police arrested an Orleans man on an outstanding Lawrence County warrant. 40 year old Monty Tillett was arrested Thursday at his home at 399 South 5th Street in Orleans. The Lawrence County warrant charges Tillett with the purchase of more than 3 grams of precursors in a one week period. He was transported to the Lawrence County Jail.
Bedford City Police are investigating an active alarm at the Triple A gas station located near 16th street and State Road 37 in Bedford. The alarm notified police of the possible burglary around 1:17AM this morning. Upon investigation police found an open back door and coins on the floor. A small amount of money was reportedly missing. No arrested were made. Anyone with information may contact Bedford Police at 275-3311.
A death row inmate plans to appeal his death sentence after a Vanderburgh County Judge declined to set it aside. Attorneys for Daniel Ray Wilkes have said they will file a notice of appeal with the Indiana Supreme Court. Wilkes was sentenced to death for the murders of Donna Claspel and her two young children.
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Paoli police have confirmed a 17 year old Paoli girl has been missing since March 1st. 17 year old Devan Crowder is listed as a runaway and anyone with information on her whereabout should contact Paoli Police or the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children at 1-800-The Lost (1-800-843-5678). Crowder is described as about 5 foot 6 inches tall, weighing about 140 pounds, with shoulder length brown hair and blue eyes.
After serving less than 3 months, on the Orleans Town Council, Don McClintock has resigned effective April 10th. In a letter to Orange County Republican chairman Jim Mathers, McClintock said that he is moving to Washington County and will no longer be eligible to serve. McClintock has previously served as clerk-treausrer, before becoming president of the town council. Mathers will be holding a caucus in the near future to replace him.
The Mercy Center, a new facility that offers food and shelter to the needy is open in the former Paoli Senior Citizens Building on East Water Street in Paoli. The Mercy Center is a project of Gateway Ministries in Orleans and the directors of the new shelter are Jesse and Bonnie Wheat. There will be an open house Saturday from 12PM-4PM to educate the public on the offerings at the center and hopefully find some help. The Mercy Center is open Fridays, Saturdays, Mondays and Wednesdays at 5PM. The hous could expand in the future. For more information call 723-4455 or 723-2913
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Two teenagers who have not been seen since they left Paoli High School Monday afternoon. Paoli Police say the missing girls were identified as Lacey Livingston and Lacey Kirkman, No other information was available about Livingston, Stroud said. According to an e-mail alert being circulated widely this afternoon, Lacey Kirkman, 14, was described as 5-foot-5 with brown hair, green eyes, braces and pierced ears. Police said they may have been riding in a while or silver Oldsmobile with an Orange County license plate. Police believe the girls may be in the Bedford area. Anyone with information is asked to call the Paoli Police at 812-723-2836 or 911
Orange Co. Sheriff's Dept has released their statictics for the month of February. Last month, the Dept served a total of 298 court papers, made 24 arrests, issued 16 traffic tickets and gave out 46 traffic warnings; also performed 127 public service duties, and 353 courtesty checks, investigated 29 traffic accidents, 21 crimes and 14 incidents. Dispatchers answered 526 Emergency 911 calls and 6,242 non-emergency calls. The top crime in Orange County during February was driving while intoxicated.
The Indiana Dept of Workforce Development reports that the state's seasonally adjusted unemployment was 4.5 percent in January, below the national average of 409 percent. Indiana also reported the lowest uynemployment for the six state midwest region.
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
A driver who was critically injured after a deer hit his truck Saturday was taken off life support Sunday. According to police reports at 9:18PM Saturday, Justin Moon of Paoli, was driving a Toyota PU east on US 150, when a westbound vehicle struck a deer. The deer flew into Moons windshield injuring him in the face, neck and chest, The. Justin was taken to BHOC then to Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis with a severe brain injury. Also injured was a passenger Autumn Moon. Services for Justin Moon will be on Thursday at 11am at Paoli Church of Christ. Visitation from 2 to 8pm Wednesday at the Church.
Indiana State Police were called to the scene of a two vehicle accident Monday afternoon that injured a Daviess County sheriff's deputy. Troopers were called to the intersection of County Roads 350 East and 100 North in Daviess County. 46 year old sheriff's deputy David Fleming was travelling southbound on County Road 350 when his patrol truck was struck by a Toyota driven by 16 year old Paige Harrowood of Montgomery. Authorities say Harrowood failed to yield the right of way at the intersection and hit the passenger side of Fleming's vehicle, spinning it into a ditch. Fleming was taken to Daviess Community Hospital for treatment of chest, neck and back injuries. . Harrowood was not injured. State police say the use of of seatbelts for prevented injuries. No charges have been filed at this time.
It promises to be an evening full of action tonight as Orleans takes on Borden in the championship game of the Class "A" Regional. Last night, Orleans downed Tecumseh in Game 2. Borden was the only team marring the Bulldog's perfect record in regular season play. The game will be played at the North Daviess Regional. Tip-off at 7:30pm and pre-game around 7:15pm on Q-100.
Monday, March 10, 2008
A driver who was critically injured after a deer hit his truck Saturday was taken off life support Sunday. According to police reports at 9:18PM Saturday, Justin Moon of Paoli, was driving a Toyota PU east on US 150, when a westbound vehicle struck a deer. The deer flew into Moons windshield injuring him in the face, neck and chest, The. Justin was taken to BHOC then to Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis with a severe brain injury. Also injured was a passenger Autumn Moon.
Police recovered a 2007 Dodge Charger around 6:30PM Sunday evening from the water at the Painter Creek boat ramp at Patoka Lake. According to French Lick Town Police, the red 2007 Dodge Charger belonging to Tammy Prestito of Edwardsville Illinois was reported stolen around 8AM Sunday morning. Prestito was staying at the Lanes Motel and had last seen the car around 12:30AM. The car was discovered under water at the Painter Creek boat ramp. Police found the side glass had been broken out and a key was found in the ignition. The incident is still under investigation.
Bad weather kepth the State Troopers of the Jasper Post busy Friday and Saturday. Over all they worked 46 vehicle slide offs, 21 property damage accidents, 10 motorists assists and 1 personal injury crash. Also, they lost 1 patrol car when Trooper Mark Green was assisting a motorist on US 231 just south of the Dubois County Airport. Trooper Green had his patrol parked in the southbound lane of US 231 and was standing outside of his car helping a wrecker remove the vehicle that had slid off the roadway, when northbound vehicle slid left of center and hit Greens patrol car head on.
Friday, March 7, 2008
Ole man winter, with only 2 weeks left, decided to pay a visit to the Hoosier Hills. So far as of 6PM, 3 and half inches of snow has fallen at the studios. Another big round of snow predicted for overnite with another 4 inches expected.
Bedford police are investigating the report of a counterfeit 20.00 bill being passed at the Steak & Shake on James Avenue in Bedford. Someone reportedly used the fake twenty to pay for food through the drive thru Wednesday nite. The incident was discovered Thursday morning and reported to police. The counterfeit bill did not pass the marker test. Anyone with information that might help Bedford police may call 275-3311.
A stolen vehicle in Martin County was discovered on fire Wednesday. According to Lawrence County Police, the Huron VFD was dispatcehd to extinguis a large fire near Bruners Cemetery at 8:46PM Wednesday. Once on scene, firefighters discovered it was a vehicle that had been stolen on February 27th. Before the fire was set thieves had stripped it of its tires.
Thursday, March 6, 2008
A Bedford man is facing multiple charges after an altercation with a pregnant woman. According to Bloomington Police, 32 year old, Larry Wayne Gilreath, had an argument with his 23-year-old girlfriend who was 5 months pregnant. She decided to leave and called her husband to pick her up. While waiting, Gilreath got into his SUV and struck her as she was standing outside. Upon arrival of her husband, Gilreath turned his SUV around and struck a nearby car before ramming the passenger side of the husband’s car and then fled the scene. Bloomington Officer David Parker pulled Gilreath over, but he then ran from his SUV and was apprehended nearby. Police said Gilreath did not make any statements about the incident. Gilreath faces preliminary charges of aggravated battery, two counts of criminal recklessness, leaving the scene of an accident, resisting law enforcement, driving with a suspended license and possession of a throwing star. He was taken to the Monroe County Jail and bond was set at $20,000 surety, or $500 cash.
Beginning Monday March 10th, construction crews will begin repairing State Road 37 between the junction of of West State Road 60 in Mitchell and the east junction of US 50 in Bedford. INDOT will be sealing cracks and joints in the concrete pavement. Crews will have one lane open to traffic at all times. Work will take place during daytime hours and a flagman will be used to direct traffic. INDOT is encouraging motorists to pay special attention while traveling through construction areas and to watch for changing road conditions.
A Clarksville man turned himself in today to face 61 counts of animal cruelty. Jeffrey Lee operates Creekside Kennels. Animal Control officials visited the facility designed for no more than 40 animals. Waste was found everywhere and several dogs had mange.
Wednesday, March 5, 2008\
The Orange County Development commission approved grants to three applicants on Tuesday. Lost River Food Cooperative, The CVS Pharmacy and Indiana Railway Museum were approved by the commission. Another request, made by Orange County Commissioners, for assistance with Orange County Courthouse renovation work remains active. Other applications that are still under consideration include requests from the French Lick Winery and the Springs Valley Water Corp. The commissions funds is received through casino taxes. The Indiana Railway Museum had asked for $200,000 that would be allocated over a four-year period. The museum requested the money as matching-grant dollars needed for rail restoration between French Lick and Dubois. The commission’s members voted 3-1, to grant $5,000 to CVS Pharmacy that would be applied to costs associated with the construction of a new store at the intersection of Sinclair Street and The Boulevard in West Baden Springs. The commission had initiated conversation with CVS Pharmacy because of the interest in making sure that the store’s exterior was in keeping with the historic character of the town. . Partial funding was approved for the Lost River Food Cooperative. The original request had been for $37,600 to assist with signs, out-of-county advertising and Web site development to promote the cooperative-owned Lost River Market & Deli in Paoli. Commission member Pat Schmidt motioned that $24,000 of the amount be approved and the panel voted 3-1 in favor of the request, .
Indiana State Police and Posey County authorities are continuing to investigate a Tuesday morning bank robbery. Just before 11am Tuesday that a white male wearing a hooded jacket and sunglasses entered the Fifth Third Bank branch in Wadesville .Authorities say the man did not display a weapon, instead handing the teller a small bag and demanding money. The man took an undisclosed amount of cash and left the bank. Witnesses observed the man drive away eastbound on State Road 66 in a red Ford passenger car. The suspect is described as a white male, around 40 years old. He is around six feet tall with a medium build and no facial hair. He was last seen wearing a blue hooded rain jacket, jeans and sunglasses. Anyone with information about the robbery is asked to contact the state police.
Jasper city police arrested a Spencer County man early this morning for being where he had been told not to be. City police were called to the Jasper Rubber Products facility just before 2:30am this morning, of reports of a man loitering in the parking lot. When officers arrived, they found 37 year old Michael Brinksneader of Dale in the parking lot. Police learned Brinksneader was a former employee of Jasper Rubber and had been previously advised that he was not allowed on company property. Brinksneader was arrested on one count of criminal trespassing and placed in the Dubois County Security Center.
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Three men who fell more than five hundred feet to their deaths in a Gibson County mine shaft last summer, did so because of failures by the construction contractor. According to the report released Monday by the Federal Mine Safety and Health Administration, Frontier-Kemper Constructors were cited for a variety of issues. The sinking bucket, in which the three men, including a retired company founder, were riding, tipped over because a nylon sling and shackle became lodged in a shaft collar door. None of the men were wearing proper fall protection. MSHA officials noted several violations contributed to the fatal accident on August 10th. Number one was that the contractor failed to ensure the hoist was under control while persons were in the shaft. Also, the sinking bucket was not visible to the hoistman. The report went on to state the toplander, who helps advise the hoistman of the position of the men and equipment raised and lowered, was not at his post.
Indiana DNR director Robert E. Carter Jr. calls the recently approved “apprentice license” an opportunity for novice hunters of any age to try hunting before having to make large conservation movement.” The apprentice license was passed last month by the Indiana legislature and takes effect July 1. The new law creates an apprentice license that allows an individual to hunt with an adult mentor without first having to pass the state-mandated hunter education course. An individual can purchase up to three apprentice licenses in a lifetime. Other states that have enacted similar apprentice licenses have had positive results. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service data from Florida, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi and Ohio reveal that apprentice license programs brought nearly 34,000 new hunters to the field in just two years.
The new Indiana license plate commemorating the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial was unveiled today by Ron Stiver, Commissioner of the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) and Connie Nass, chairperson of the Indiana Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission. The ceremony that was held in the Rose McKee Lanham Gallery at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center in Indianapolis. The new license plate is now available at no additional charge for 2008 and 2009 and may be obtained at any Indiana BMV license branch as a renewal or new registration. The plate may be displayed through 2013. Stiver explained that the license plate design features a logo developed for the Lincoln Bicentennial Commission that is being used on special signage throughout the state. Too often it is forgotten that America’s most eloquent and greatest president spent fourteen of his most formative years in Indiana,” Stiver said
Monday, March 3, 2008
A Bedford woman was arrested on an outstanding warant following a traffic stop for a seat belt violation around 8AM this morning on State Road 37 at Swifty Lane in Lawrence County. State Trooper Greg Day pulled over a 1990 Oldsmoblie for waht appeared to be a seat belt violation. A check revealed the driver Linda McClusky was wanted on a Lawrence County warrant charging her with Class D Felony larceny. McClusky was booked into the Lawrence County Jail.
The Orange County Rural District 2 VFD responded to the report of a round bale of hay on fire at the Robert Collier residence located at 5952 N County Road 650 east. Firefighters were called out around 9:40AM and were on the scene until 11AM.
The Orleans High School Academic team began their 2008 season by winning the overall championship at the North Harrison Academic Invitational. 15 schools attended the competition on February 29th with Orleans wininng 1st place awards in math, fine arts and interdisciplinary, second place in English and third place in science. Orleans also won 1st place in fine arts and third in social studies and interdisciplanary in B team competition. The Orleans team will defend their PLAC title on March 13th at Crawford County High School. The Orleans academic team includes, Coach Kristina Hole, students, Natasha Carr, Catie Bess, Amanda Johnson., Skylar Cooper, Coty Morgan, Laura Tillett, Laura Holsapple, Emily Johnson, Michael Edwards, Matt Arvin, Ryan Swayer, Megan Stanley, Emily Mullins, Amanda edwards, Tyler Matthew and coach Leah Morgan.
Friday, February 29, 2008
5 people were injured in a crash this morning, on US 231, about a mile south of Loogootee. According to Indiana State Police at the Jasper Post, at 9:40AM, Martin County Dispatch received a phone call of a accident involving a farm tractor and pickup. The tractor was was occupied by two people and traveling south on Us 231 and was being followed by a 2003 Chevrolet pickup with three occupants. For unknown reasons, the Chevy PU hit the farm tractor as it slowed to turn east on Southridge road. All five people were injured and transported to hospitals in the area for treatment. US 231 was closed for approximately 2 and a half hours while troopers investigated the crash. The crash is still under investigation.
Attorneys for a former State Trooper convicted of murdering his wife and two children argue his conviction should be reversed because of another mans involvement in the crime. Attorneys for David Camm also argued that the prosecutor failed to prove a connection between Camm and the other man Charles Boney during Camms 2006 trial.
State health officials say influenza is hitting Indiana hard. The viral illness is blamed for the deaths of four people, including a child. Its now recommended that all kids get flu shots. A federal advisory panel recommends that kids aged six months to 18 years get the vaccine. Its a change from advising that just kids under 5 get the shot.
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Last Friday was the filing deadline for candidates to be included in the upcoming May 6th primary election. Orange County voters will have some choices to make. In the race for Republican nominee for US President, candidates are Mike Huckabee, John McCain, Ron Paul and even though he has dropped out of the race, Mitt Romney still on the ballot. In the race for Democratic nominee, Hilary Clinton and Barack Obama. Candidates for Goverr, Lt Governor, Attorney General and Superintendent of Public Instruction will be selected at their party conventions.
The execution date has been set for a 42 year old man convicted of killing a Franklin College student in 1997. The State Supreme court scheduled the execution of Michael Dean Overstreet for May 30th after denying a second appeal of his sentence. A federal court could stay the execution.
The Orange County Devolopment Commission will hold a meeting on Tuesday March 4th at 10AM. The meeting will be held at the French Lick Community Center located at 8560 West Main Street in French Lick
Wednesday, Febrary 27, 2008
A family without a home is seaching for a place to stay. The Harry Schultz family of Paoli suffered the loss of their home, belongings and pets due to a fire last week, when their home on Hwy 37 South burned. Firetrucks were unable to travel the icy 600 foot hill drive due to slick conditions. The modular home collapsed and fell into the basement. The American Red Cross has provided living quarters so far, but the family is seeking a temporary home in the Paoli area. For more information call, Harry, at 812-653-7577
Jasper based Kimball Office is donating new office furniture to eight organizations in New Orleans still rebuilding from Hurricane Katrina. Kimball says the need in the hurricane ravaged city is still great. Almost half of the 56 applicants for the furniture are still in tempoary office space or housing. A majority of the office furniture is going to private business and non-profit groups.
A mound of snow and ice in Huntingburg caused a Moped to become airborne, on Tuesday afternoon. Huntingburg police report officers were called to the intersection of Phoenix Drive and Hwy 231 just after 3pm. Police found 32 year old Joel Mansell of Huntingburg was southbound on the shoulder of Hwy 231, when he came upon a compacted pile of snow and ice. Mansell was not able to go around because of a passing motorist. Mansell's 2004 Triton moped struck the snowpack and flipped over, landing about one hundred feet away. Mansell was taken to Memorial Hospital for treatment of facial, shoulder and knee injuries. .
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Hoosier Food Bank of Bloomington rescheduled last Thursday's Orange county Food Distribution. Springs Valley area seniors picked up their food commodities yesterday. Food Distribution for Paoli Seniors will be this Thursday from 10am to noon at Paoli High School.
Indiana Conservation Officers have recovered the body of a 65 year old Jasper man who apparently fell into the water and drowned in a small pond in Dubois county. Larry Fromme Sr. left his home Monday to go fishing and never retured. His anchored boat was located in the middle of the pond. Officers say the cold water likely had an effect on his ability to swim.
Section 61 Basketball action begins this evening at the Valley gym as the Hawks host Trinity Lutheran. Game two pits Crothersville and Medora. The semi-final round of of "Class A" action continues Friday at 6pm with the first round winners playing one another and the second round places Orleans against Northeast Dubois. Q-100 wll broadcast all games of the sectional.
Monday, February 25, 2008
A long driveway coated with ice hindered Paoli firefighters from saving a home Friday. The home of Harry & Jeanette Shults, about 3 miles south of Paoli on State Road 37 was a total loss. The couple returned home a little after 2PM to find there home ablaze. Two upstairs dogs were saved but a dog in the basement died from the fire. None of the firetrucks could make it up the icy 600 foot drive to extinguish the blaze. Assisting SE VFD at the scene was Paoli & Orange County Rural Districts 1 & 2 VFD's.
Lawrence County law enforcement officials are seeking help in finding a missing Heltonville man. According to the Times Mail, 43 year old James S Drake was reported missing by family members on Saturday morning. Drake is 5 foot 11 and weighs 180 pounds. He is white with blonde hair and has blue eyes/. Anyone with information ias ked to call the Lawrence County Sheriffs Department at 275-3316
Four people are facing charges following a traffic stop by ISP early Sunday. Just after midnight Sunday morning, State Police pulled over a 1995 Mercury on US 231 at the intersection with Indiana Avenue in Jasper. During the stop the state police trooper saw a passenger in the car holding a bag of marijuana. A search turned up additional marijuana inside the car. The driver of the bMercury 21 year old William Patton of Jasper, was charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated, and possession of less than 30 grams of marijuana. The passengers were also arrested. 24 year old Anthony Barnett of Salem, 23 year old DeJuan Calmese of Jasper and 25 year old Aubrey Boyd of Jasper were all charged with possession of less than 30 grams of marijuana. Another passenger 21 year old Torean Calmese of Evansville was charged with possession of less than 30 grams of marijuana and a check found Torean Calmese was also wanted on a Dubois County warrant. All were booked into the Dubois County Jail.
Friday, February 22, 2008
(BLOOMINGTON, IN) INDIANA UNIVERSITY IS EXPECTED TO DETERMINE SPOKESMAN SAID YESTERDAY AFTERNOON THAT REPORTS OF SAMPSON'S FIRING OR RESIGNATION WERE INCORRECT AND THAT NO DECISION HAD BEEN MADE AT THAT TIME. FOX LATER AMENDED THE REPORT ON ITS WEBSITE, CITING UNIVERSITY SOURCES THAT SAY SAMPSON WOULD EITHER BE FIRED OR SUSPENDED TODAY. SAMPSON HAS BEEN THE SUBJECT OF AN INVESTIGATION BY ATHLETIC DIRECTOR RICK GREENSPAN INTO CHARGES THAT SAMPSON COMMITTED FIVE MAJOR N-C-A-A VIOLATIONS. THE CHARGES INVOLVE IMPROPER PHONE CALLS TO RECRUITS AND LYING TO INVESTIGATORS ABOUT THOSE CALLS
Cancellations/Postponements
Mens Lenten Breakfast in Orleans still on for tomorrow at Methodist Church, but will start at 7:45AM
Our Lady of the Springs Catholic Churchs Fish Fry tonite, also they have canceled their “Stations of the Cross” program
Dedication of the new Paoli Senior Citizens Building has been postponed til next Friday at 11AM
No Friday Night music at the French Lick Senior Center
In Sports Events
Shoals and Vincennes Rivet game at Shoals cancelled
Paoli and Crawford County game postponed til tomorrow night at 7PM
Orleans and Brownstown boys game cancelled
Tonites SV vs. Pekin game has been moved to tomorrow afternoon, JV tip at 2PM and Varsity to follow at 3:15PM 3:30PM
Also, there will be no pep band tomorrow per band director Luke Aylesworth
and the Cheer Clinic Cheerleader performance will still take place during halftime tomorrow
An afternoon and evening of basketball tomorrow on Q-100.tomorrow:
At 1pm, join us at pre-game as the NorthEast Lady Jeeps compete in the Semi-State at Jefferssonville
Around 3pm, Valley host Pekin in boys High School basketball:
and Join us at 7pm for pre-game tomorrow night as IU travels to Northwestern
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Thursday, February 21, 2008
Schools closed early, businesses and librarys closed early due to inclement weather today. Snow, sleet and freezing rain began around 11:30 this morning and is expected to continue through tomorrow. An Ice Storm warning remains in effect for areas south of Orange County til 9AM tomorrow and areas north will be under a Winter Storm Warning until 7PM tomorrow. As much as a half inch of ice could be expected by 9AM tomorrow.
A Bedford couple, will build a Comfort Suites hotel in French Lick. Mike and Debbie Hicks will build the 80-unit lodging facility on State Road 56 next to Brosmer Kemple Funeral Home which will be halfway between the French Lick Springs Hotel and the Donald Ross Golf Course. The Hicks bought the property in French Lick some time back, after learning that Bloomington businessman and philanthropist Bill Cook had purchased the French Lick hotel and was interested in building and operating a casino in Orange County’s Springs Valley community. Hicks is optimistic that ground will be broken in March and the hotel will open in January and the hotel will employ 15 to 18 people.
An Indianapolis TV station is reporting IU basketball coach Kelvin Sampson will be suspended tomorrow "Pending" termination. WTHR is reporting assistant coach Dan Dakich will take over as interim coach. The station says IU is trying to workout a settlement with Sampsons lawyers that would allow the coach to resign. IU is declining comment.
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
A Harrison county teen is facing felony child molesting charges. Indiana State Police report 18 year old James Earl Haggard of rural Milltown turned himself in Monday evening. . The investigation began in late last month after police fielded a complaint by a family member of a thirteen year old girl from Harrison county. The complaint stated Haggard had allegedly molested the girl. Upon completion of the investigation, detectives had enough evidence to receive an arrest warrant from Harrison County Superior Court. Haggard learned of the warrant and turned himself in at the Harrison County jail Monday evening. He is under $50,000 cash or surety
Former Lawrence County Police Department Chief Deputy Michael Terry was arrested yesterday for reportedly taking part in forging gun buyback forms in 2005. 45 year old Terry was charged with forgery and conspiracy to commit forgery, both Class C felonies. If convicted on both charges he faces between four and 16 years in prison and fines of up to $20,000. Terry was the chief deputy for several years during former sheriff Kent Hawkins’ two terms. Terry has remained a police officer with he department but was assigned to the jail division in June. Terry was booked in the Lawrence County Security Center at 4:15 p.m. Tuesday. He was released on $2,000 cash bond. No dates have been scheduled in his case.
Technology professionals from the $2 billion Crane Division/Naval Surface Warfare Center joined research and development administrators from 14 Indiana universities at a summit . in Indianapolis today to explore in-depth technology and commercialization opportunities. Westgate at Crane Technology Park, a commercial park that is the Navy center's neighbor in southern Indiana, is sponsoring the event.
Tueaday, February 19, 2008
FBI, State Police and Orange County Sheriff advise of telephone credit card call scams. The first claims to work for the local court and states the call recipient has failed to appear for jury duty. The call request the recipient verify their name, address and a portion or all of their social security number. If the recipient verifys this, they will not get in trouble. The second call involves the topic of a large purchase made on the recipients credit card. The caller will attempt to get vital information to rid the unwanted false debt from the account. Anyone receiving such calls are advised to call Orange County Sheriff Richard Dixon at 723-2417.
About two dozen Indiana School Districts bought beef from the California Packing Plant forced to recall more than 71 tons of beef. The Dept of Education says the Dept of Agriculture advised schools of the recall this month, and the meat has been in storage until the USDA issues final orders on what to do with it. The packing plant involved is accused of using sick animals for slaughter.
A former firefighter and Bedford resident is dropping his run for election as governor. La Ron Keith says a car crash has led to injuries preventing him from getting signatures required to get on the ballot.
Monday, February 18, 2007
The strong winds yesterday snapped a Duke energy utility pole in MItchell. The pole was located along Hancock Avenue near the Mitchell Pool. The utility pole was blown over around 10:58AM and Duke Energy left the scene at 4AM this morning.
A Jasper woman avoided serious injury after being run over by her own car. Jasper city police were called to a residence on West 43rd Street just before 2pm Saturday. According to police reports, 66 year old Kristen Smelser had just unloaded several items from her 2005 Ford and placed them in the garage. When Smelser then went to retrieve her keys from the ignition, when, without warning, the car started to roll. Smelser was knocked down and had her left leg run over. Her car ended up across the street in her neighbor's yard. No one else was injured and only minimal damages were reported.
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