Fairfield Native Graduates From USAF Basic Training

U.S. Air Force Reserve Airman 1st Class Clinton C. Hayes graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas.

The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Hayes earned distinction as an honor graduate.

He is the son of Carl E. and Cynthia D. Hayes and grandson of Donna Weaver, all of Fairfield, Ill.

The airman is a 2011 graduate of Fairfield Community High School, Fairfield, Ill.

Princeton man arrested for Possession of Marijuana

On February 18, 2018, at 9:16 p.m. Gibson County Central Dispatch received a report of possible drug activity in the 2200 block of Outer Lake Road near Princeton, IN. Upon arriving in the area Deputy Loren Barchett was able to locate the smell of burnt Marijuana coming from a residence. Upon approaching the door the resident 23 year old Braunson Mizeur came to the door, and Deputy Barchett located Marijuana and drug paraphernalia at the residence. At the conclusion of the investigation Mr. Mizeur was taken into custody and transported to the Gibson County Jail where he was charged with Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Paraphernalia. He has since posted a $550 bond. 

Assisting Deputy Barchett in his investigation was Sergeant Bruce Vanoven of the Gibson County Sheriff’s Office. Also assisting in Deputy Barchett’s investigation was Princeton Police Officers Matthew Perry and Lincoln Edwards. 

All Criminal defendants are to be pres umed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Moving Forward at the Uptown Amphitheater

It’s time to begin work on the new stage in the Uptown Amphitheater! Market Street MTC, a local, Illinois Not-For-Profit corporation (find them on Facebook) is leading the way both in fundraising efforts and coordination of construction.

While final stage details are being worked out, a fundraising goal of $20,000 has been set to complete phase one. The initial phase includes not only the stage structure and electrical service, but other portions of the Amphitheater yet to be completed. Those items include: touch up and multiple applications of sealer on the existing north wall mural, cleaning-caulking-priming and cost of paint to prepare the south wall for a second mural, and lighting on either side of the area over the tables.

Currently about $4500 has been raised, and donations in any amount from organizations, businesses and individuals are being accepted. Checks may be made out to Market Street MTC and addressed to PO Box 305, Mt. Carmel, IL., 62863. In the near future, a crowdfunding opportunity will be available through “Generosity”, the non-profit arm of IndieGoGo.

In addition to completion of two wall murals and entrance lighting, the Amphitheater will be home to a new stage. This preliminary rendering illustrates the raised, open concept."

Viewed facing North, this rendering highlights the slanting roof and handicapped access ramp in the rear of the new stage at the Uptown Amphitheater. The fundraising and construction efforts are being led by Market Street MTC.

Daycare Operator Summoned for Battery

Parke County—On Friday, February 16, 2018 at approximately 2:00p.m., deputies with the Parke County Sheriff’s Office served a summons to appear in Parke Circuit Court, to 52-year-old Robin White of Rockville. White was issued the summons at the direction of the Parke County Prosecutor’s Office in response to a probable cause affidavit filed alleging battery against a child. The summons was for Battery, Class A misdemeanor and White is expected to be in court on March 12, 2018. 

The ISP investigation began on or about December 11, 2017. During the inquiry, officers developed probable cause that on or about November 02, 2017, Robyn White allegedly struck a seven-year-old boy in the face causing a contusion. The incident occurred at her White’s Daycare located at 1055 West Strawberry Road in Rockville. 

The case was investigated by ISP Detective Brian Maudlin. Assisting were Parke County Sheriff’s Office Detective Michael Pivowar, Indiana Department of Child Services (Parke County), Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, and the Parke County Prosecutor’s Office. 

No further information will be released. 

Under the Law, criminal charges are merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Vincennes man arrested for driving on a suspended license

On February 17, 2018, at 12:40 a.m. Gibson County Deputy Ben Kiesel conducted a traffic stop on a Red 2015 Ford F150 for speeding on US 41Princeton, IN. Upon approaching the vehicle Deputy Kiesel identified the driver as 79 year old Byron Robinson of Vincennes, Indiana. During the traffic stop Deputy Kiesel discovered that Mr. Robinson’s Indiana Operator License status was listed as suspended/prior, and placed Mr. Robinson into custody. Once Mr. Robinson was transported to the Gibson County Jail he was charged with Driving While Suspended/Prior. Mr. Robinson has since posted bond .


All Criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Hit and Run accident leads to arrest of Princeton man

On February 14, 2014, at 5:58 p.m. Gibson County Central Dispatch received a 911 report of a two vehicle accident with injuries on TaftTown Road in which one of the drivers had fled the scene. Upon arriving in the area Deputy Austin Farrington found that two individuals with non life threatening injuries in a Silver 2016 Toyota Tundra. The injured individuals were able to give law enforcement a good description of the vehicle of the fleeing vehicle and after a brief search officers were able to find the driver of the White 1992 Chevy S10 that fled the scene. During a roadside investigation the driver of the S10, 36 year old Randy Watkins was taken into custody and transported to the Gibson County Jail. Upon arriving at the Jail Mr. Watkins was charged with Leaving the Scene of a Property Damage Accident. He has since posted a $650 bond.

The 58 year old male driver of the Toyota Tundra and 57 year old female passenger were treated for their injuries a t a local area hospital.

Assisting Deputy Farrington in his investigation were officers from the Gibson County Sheriff’s Office and Princeton Police Department.


All Criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Woman Arrested after Striking ISP Vehicle

Putnam County—This morning at 10:06, Indiana State Police and Greencastle Police Department responded to a disturbance in the area of 415 Elm Street in Greencastle. 

Preliminary investigation revealed ISP Sergeant James Hayes was in the area and noticed a disturbance between four occupants of a 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. As Sergeant Hayes approached the vehicle to investigate, the Chrysler suddenly lunged forward and struck his 2016 ISP Dodge Ram pickup. 

The occupants were detained and it was later determined that the driver, 48-year-old Jami M. Busbin of Rockville, IN. was in possession of approximately two grams of Spice and two items of paraphernalia. 

Busbin was incarcerated in the Putnam County Jail on charges of Possession of a Look Alike Drug (A misdemeanor) and Possession of Paraphernalia (A misdemeanor). Additional traffic citation for unsafe lane movement was issued. Other occupants were released from the scene. Prior to her incarceration, Busbin was medically checked at the Putnam County Hospital. 

The incident was investigated by ISP Master Trooper DuJuan Presley-McFadden and Greencastle Police Officers. 

Under the Law, criminal charges are merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Traffic Stop Yields Approximately Four Grams of Suspected Meth and More

Putnam County—This afternoon at approximately 12:46, an Indiana State Police trooper from the Putnamville Post, stopped a gold 1993 Buick sedan for a headlight violation on eastbound Interstate 70 near the 37 mile marker. 

During conversations with the driver, the trooper developed information that led to a search of the Buick. Found throughout the interior were approximately four grams of suspected methamphetamine, approximately ten grams of suspected marijuana, assorted illegal drug smoking pipes, and twenty empty prescription containers. 

The driver, 61-year-old Isabella Marie Wise of Colorado Springs, Colorado was taken into custody and incarcerated in the Putnam County for Possession of Methamphetamine (felony); Possession of Marijuana (Misdemeanor); Possession of Paraphernalia (misdemeanor), and Visiting a Common Nuisance (misdemeanor). 

Under the Law, criminal charges are merely accusations and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

FREE GED TEST PREP CLASSES AT WABASH VALLEY COLLEGE

Wabash Valley College is pleased to announce the upcoming Free GED Prep
Classes which will be offered at Wabash Valley College.  The classes will be offered from March 13-May 3 and will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. in Main Hall Room 202 at Wabash Valley College.

Come on the first morning or evening of class to register.  Free tutoring, instruction, and materials available!  It’s all FREE!

The Ged allows you to test when you want, test where you want, receive test scores immediately, complete one section at a time, easy online registering, and easy online scheduling.  The cost of the test is $120 for the entire test or $30 for each section.

Become a WVC Adult Ed student by enrolling in one of the GED Test Prep Courses, and you could qualify to take the test for free.  As a WVC GED Test Prep Course graduate and GED Test completer, you could also qualify for special college scholarships.

What are you waiting for?  Start your future today!  You can do it!  Earn more money!  Flexible schedule!  You can afford it!

Contact Kalie Naas in the Learning Skills Center for more information:  618-263-5126, or toll-free, 866-982-4233, ext. 3510.

WVC TO BE CLOSED MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19 IN OBSERVANCE OF PRESIDENTS’ DAY

  Wabash Valley College will be closed on Monday, February 19, in observance of Presidents’ Day.  There will be no classes, and all offices will be closed.  Small World, Pool, and Fitness Center also will be closed.