Mrs. Vargo, MCES School Counselor, presented a “Setting Goals” Lesson to Mrs. Jones 2nd Grade Students. Mrs. Vargo read the students a story called, I have the Best Seat in Second Grade, and then did a hands-on activity in which the students identified a goal they would like to work towards achieving.
Two Arrested after using Facebook Messenger to Allegedly Sell Meth
Warrick County – Thursday morning at approximately 10:10, Trooper John Davis was contacted by an individual that had been contacted by another individual via Facebook Messenger about purchasing a quarter gram of meth for $400. After communicating with Trooper Davis, the individual agreed to purchase the meth to assist law enforcement and set up a location for the transaction. The person allegedly selling the meth agreed to meet his new client on SR 61 near Dogwood Lane north of Boonville and would be driving a burgundy Toyota Camry. Troopers were in the area and at approximately noon, Trooper Davis observed the driver of the Toyota Camry abruptly turn left into a private driveway without signaling. Davis initiated a traffic stop and identified the driver as Stephen Robinson, 46, of Cynthiana, and his passenger as Alison Roettger, 32, of Chandler. When Robinson was instructed to exit the vehicle officers observed a small plastic bag containing meth on the front seat where he had been sitting. Troopers continued to search the vehicle and found two electronic scales, two syringes, another baggie containing meth and drug paraphernalia. The two baggies combined contained approximately 7.4 grams of meth. Robinson and Roettger were arrested and transported to the Warrick County Jail where they are currently being held on bond.
Arrested and Charges:
Stephen Robinson, 46, Cynthiana, IN
Alison Roettger, 32, Chandler, IN
Dealing Meth over 5 grams, Level 3 Felony
Possession of Meth, Level 5 Felony
Possession of a Syringe, Level 6 Felony
Arresting Officer: Trooper John Davis, Indiana State Police
Assisting Agencies: Warrick County Sheriff’s Office and Oakland City Police
Princeton woman arrested on drug paraphernalia charge and an outstanding warrant
On October 5, 2018, at 12:17 p.m. Gibson County Sgt. Bruce Vanoven went to a residence in the 200 block of North 9th Street in Princeton to serve a felony warrant on Maranda J. Sloan age 23 of Princeton. Ms. Sloan had an outstanding Felony Warrant for Failure to Return to Lawful detention (Work Release.) Upon locating Ms. Sloan Sgt. Vanoven detected the odor of burnt Marijuana in the residence and began an investigation into the odor. At the conclusion of his investigation Ms. Sloan was taken into custody and transported to the Gibson County Jail. Upon arriving at the Jail Ms. Sloan was arrested on the outstanding warrant and faces a new charge of Possession of Paraphernalia. Ms. Sloan is being held without bond.
Assisting Sgt. Vanoven in his investigation was Princeton Officer Jason Swan.
All Criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Haubstadt woman arrested for battery
On October 5, 2018, at 7:50 p.m. Gibson County Central Dispatch received a report of a disturbance in the 100 block of West County Road 975 South in Rural Haubstadt. Upon arriving in the area Deputy Loren Barchett began an investigation into the incident that resulted in 24 year old Emma Minton-Pohl being taken into custody. At the conclusion of his investigation Deputy Barchett transported Ms. Minton-Pohl to the Gibson County Jail where she was charged with Battery. She remains in custody on a $750 bond.
Assisting Deputy Barchett in his investigation was Deputy U.B. Smith.
All Criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Traffic stop leads to arrest of Fort Branch woman on drug charges
On October 5, 2018, at 10:17 p.m. Gibson County Deputy U.B. Smith conducted a traffic stop on a Red 1985 Honda Three Wheeler near the intersection of County Road 550 South and CR 150 East. Upon approaching the ATV Deputy Smith identified the driver as 29 year old Jesse Odom of Fort Branch. During the traffic stop Deputy Smith discovered drug paraphernalia containing Methamphetamines inside it. He then and placed Ms. Odom into custody. Upon transporting Ms. Odom to the Gibson County Jail Ms. Odom was charged with Possession of Paraphernalia. She has since posted a $750 bond.
All Criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Washington, Indiana K of C Treasure Hunt Jackpot Crosses $2.5 Million
Thousands of potential millionaires will be in Washington, Indiana tomorrow night as the Knights of Columbus there will give away at least $1.25 million to one lucky person. The K of C treasure hunt has been going on for the last year and there will be a guaranteed winner tomorrow as only one number remains on the board. If the person is present for the drawing, that person will win the jackpot that stood at more than $2.5 million yesterday. If the winner isn’t present, they’ll walk away with half of the jackpot. If you’re planning on going to Washington tomorrow to test your luck, spokesman Mike Haley has the information you need…
Haley said up to 600,000 tickets could be sold for tomorrow night’s drawing. The K of C donates proceeds from the treasure hunt for various projects and organizations in Washington and Daviess County.
Scene inside the Washington K of C on Thursday as treasure hunters fill out their tickets.
Former Mayor Meeks Picks Up Petition To Run For City Commissioner
A former Mt. Carmel mayor has taken out a petition to run for city commissioner in next April’s election. Tom Meeks joins the field of potential candidates that have taken out petitions since they became available last month. Meeks served as mayor from 2003 from 2011 when he was defeated by current mayor Bill Hudson.
Meeks joins Justin Dulgar, Eric Ikemire, and Donnie Banks as the others who have picked up petitions for commissioner.
One wild card continues to be commissioner Rod Rodriguez and whether or not he will seek re-election. Rodriguez told us yesterday that while he is leaning toward running for re-election run, he hasn’t made up his mind and should announce a decision in the next couple of weeks.
So far, Hudson and finance commissioner Joe Judge continue to be the only two people who have taken out petitions to run for mayor in the April 2nd election. The filing period for petitions is December 10th through 17th. Petitions can be picked up City Hall.
WSJD File Photo: 2011-Mayor Tom Meeks shakes hands with Mayor-elect Bill Hudson at Meeks’ last meeting as mayor.
Wabash County Board Notes
Notes from Monday’s Wabash County Commissioner meeting:
A cost study of fees to be issued by the Sheriff’s Department was approved by the County Board this week. The new fee structure was also reviewed by the Chief Judge for the District as well. It was approved by a 3-0 vote of commissioners, and will take effect in December.
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The premium for property, casualty, liability, and workmen’s comp insurance was approved this week’s by the Wabash County Board. The amount of just over 150-thousand dollars ($150,151) is less than one-thousand higher than last year.
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At this week’s meeting of the Wabash County Board, commissioners pledged 25-hundred dollars towards the uptown stage construction project. The money will come from the hotel-motel tax fund.
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A meeting is planned for October 31st with all road district commissioners and Highway Engineer Dustin Bunting concerning the 2019 fiscal year, which begins on December 1st. Bunting and the commissioners will work on putting together plans for various projects in the new year.
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Health Department Administrator Judy Wissel had some good news for county commissioners at their meeting this week. She said they have received funding for the Health Protection Grant program from the state.
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The Health Department is partnering with The Milk Bank to open a new breast milk depot at the health department office on West 7th Street. The milk collection site provides a convenient drop off for women to donate their extra breast milk for processing at The Milk Bank. The milk is then used in hospital neonatal intensive care units. The grand opening is set for October 9th at 11am. The public is invited
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State’s Attorney Cassandra Goldman issued her office’s monthly activity report this week. In September, there were 11 misdemeanor cases filed, along with 11 felony, five D-U-I, three careless driving, and 85 traffic cases. Fines issued totaled 56-hundred dollars ($5,603) and restitution made during the month totaled over 34-hundred dollars ($3,415).
CONSTITUTION WEEK MT CARMEL CHAPTER DAR
MT CARMEL CHAPTER ON MONDAY SEPT 17, 2018.
MEMBER OF THE CHAPTER READ Books about the
Constitution “ A MORE PERFECT UNION
AND WE THE KIDS” to the second grade classes of Mt Carmel
Elementary School. Marcia Singer, DAR, read to the second
grade classes of Mrs. Brenda Cheesmen and Mrs. Colleen
Litherland at the collusion of the reading. Each child rang A bell in remembrance of Constitution Week.
MOUNT CARMEL CHAPTER DAR on September 17,2018,
Started off Constitution Week with Members of DAR
Reading to second grade students at Mount Carmel Elementary School.
Books about the Constitution “A More Perfect Union and We The Kids”.
Susan Wood, DAR Commemorative Committee read to the second
grade classes of Ms. Tara Bruce and Mrs. Lennette Jones. At the conclusion of the
reading each student rang a bell for Constitution Week.
As a celebration by the Mount Carmel Chapter DAR Constitution Week.
The Chapter started on October 17, 2018 , the day at started at 8:05 am at the
Mt Carmel Jr. High the class room of 8th grade Social Studies class room of Yvette Heneager.
The classes played Constitution Bingo, a games of history of the Revolution War. The game
designed and given by Donna Wills Sigler, past Regent 2010-2013. The informational
game continued thru the day for each class of Yevette Heneager.
An Award from THE NATIONAL SOCIETY OF THE DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION
CONSTITUTION WEEK COMMITTEE CERTIFICATE OF AWARD Presented to
YVETTE HENEAGER IN RECOGNITION of Outstanding Work in Upholding and Promoting
the Ideals of THE CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED STATES, Presented by
MOUNT CARMEL CHAPTER NSDAR , SEPTEMBER 17, 2018.
MOUNT CARMEL DAR CONSTITION WEEK
READERS OF BOOKS “A Perfect Union and
We The Kids” to second grade at MCES.
Marcia Randolph Singer, Mt Carmel Chapter DAR
Allendale September Students Of The Month
Allendale School is proud to announce the September Students of the Month:
front row: Vivian Doerr (Kindergarten), Quentin Blythe (1st grade), Ryland Houchin (2nd grade), Joel Schneider (3rd grade)
back row: Levi Potts (4th grade), Chandler Cusick (Jr. High), Clay Morgan (Jr. High)
