On 3/07/20 Mt. Carmel Police arrested Jana R. Bare, age 35, of Mt. Carmel, for Driving While License Suspended, Operating Uninsured Vehicle, Resisting/Obstructing a Peace Officer, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia following a traffic stop in the 400 block of West 2nd Street. The arresting officer recognized Bare operating a vehicle and knew she had a suspended driver’s license so he attempted to conduct a traffic stop on her when she stopped the vehicle and ran into a nearby residence. The officer was able to locate Bare and placed her under arrest. A search of the Toyota truck she was operating resulted in officers locating suspected drug paraphernalia that is commonly used to ingest illegal narcotics. Bare was transported to the Wabash County Jail where she was charged and held pending the posting of bond.
MCPD Arrests Several On FTA Warrants
The following subjects were arrested by Mt. Carmel Police on Failure to Appear Warrants out of Wabash County:
3/03/20 – Linden Scott Reed, age 33, Mt. Carmel $200 cash bond
3/04/20 – Angelo Johnson, age 35, Mt. Carmel $200 cash bond
3/07/20 - Michael I. Perkins, age 50, Mt. Carmel $200 cash bond
3/08/20 – Joseph L. Sims, age 45, Mt. Carmel $200 cash bond
WVC Political Forum Set For Thursday
The Wabash Valley College Radio/TV & Digital Media Department is pleased to present the 2020 Political Forum on Thursday, March 12th at 7 p.m. on News Channel 15. Candidates for Wabash County State’s Attorney and Wabash County Coroner will appear during the forum.
The forum will be broadcast live on News Channel 15 on the New Wave Communications cable TV system, on Roku and Apple TV through the News Channel 15 page on the Cablecast Screenweave Channel, and streaming live on the News Channel 15 Facebook page. The forum begins at 7 p.m. and candidates in each race will answer a series of questions, including those phoned in by viewers during the event.
Kyle Peach, Lead Instructor of the Radio/TV Program at WVC, will serve as moderator of the event and will ask questions as time allows. During the broadcast, a phone number will be shown so that people watching at home can call in questions for the races.
Illinois Department of Human Services Launches LetsTalkCannabisIL.com
CHICAGO/SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) today announced the launch of a statewide public awareness campaign and website that provide go-to resources for health and safety information about legal cannabis use in Illinois.
The website, LetsTalkCannabisIL.com, includes key information about legal cannabis use, along with resources regarding use. It provides health information for specific audiences, including pregnant and breastfeeding women, adults, parents and teenagers. A statewide social, digital and radio advertisement campaign will accompany the website. Downloadable fact sheets can be found on the site and can be shared by community partners or anyone interested in learning about safe and legal use.
“Bringing regulation and safety to a previously unsafe and illegal market was one of the most important things we wanted to accomplish when legalizing adult-use cannabis,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Our focus of the “Let’s Talk Cannabis Illinois” campaign and website is to provide a trusted source for safety and health information where all residents can go to get their questions answered on safer cannabis use.”
The news of the website launch comes in conjunction with the recent legalization of nonmedical cannabis for residents of Illinois who are 21 years and older. Illinois is the first state to pass legislation around non-medical use of cannabis and has joined 10 other states in legalization. The new law outlines specific guidelines regarding the possession and consumption of non-medical cannabis use.
“It is extremely important that everyone knows the health implications of using cannabis,” said IDHS Secretary Grace B. Hou. “Our goal with the campaign is to provide clear and objective information to as many Illinois residents as we can. Because the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act built in funding for prevention and recovery services, IDHS will be able to expand awareness about safer use of cannabis and expand services for those with substance use disorders.”
IDHS Division of Substance Use Prevention and Recovery partnered with Prevention First, an Illinois based non-profit that provides substance use prevention services, and Rescue, an award-winning agency that has developed similar campaigns for California and Vermont and is well known for developing public awareness campaigns, to launch LetsTalkCannabisIL.com.
If you or someone you know has questions about using cannabis, the health impacts of use, or is looking for resources, visit LetsTalkCannabisIL.com.
Resurfacing Project Scheduled for U.S. 231 in Jasper
DUBOIS COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces lane closures on U.S. 231/State Road 56 for road resurfacing.
Beginning on or around Wednesday, March 18, contractors will begin work to resurface U.S. 231 from Bartley Street to 37th Street. During this project, workers will also be performing upgrades for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the installation of curb ramps. Work will begin with patching and the ADA compliance work and later this summer, workers will apply a new driving surface. This could also affect the traffic signals in the work zone as the sensors will be altered during the course of construction.
One lane of traffic will remain open in each direction at all times. However, lanes will be restricted to 10 feet. Wider loads should seek an alternate route using the nearest numbered state route, U.S. highway or interstate. Restrictions will be in place around the clock. Work is expected to be complete by the beginning of August depending upon weather conditions.
INDOT urges drivers to slow down and stay alert near crews.
Evansville Man Arrested after Driving Impaired while Transporting his Two Children
Vanderburgh County – Early this morning at approximately 12:10, Trooper Fulton stopped the driver of a 2006 Pontiac minivan on Ingleheart Avenue at Wills Avenue for improper display of a license plate. When Trooper Fulton approached the vehicle he detected the odor of marijuana. The driver was identified as Chad Young, 30, of Evansville. Young was transporting his three-year-old daughter and seven-month-old son. His daughter was laying down and sleeping on the back seat without any type of child restraint. Fulton also detected the odor of an alcoholic beverage while talking to Young. He displayed signs of impairment and failed field sobriety tests. A small amount of marijuana was also found inside his vehicle. The children were released to their mother.
Further investigation conducted at Ascension St. Vincent Hospital revealed Young was under the influence of marijuana and had a blood alcohol content of .14%. He was arrested and taken to the Vanderburgh County Jail where he is currently being held on bond.
Arrested and Charges:
Chad Young, 30, of Evansville, IN
Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated with Passengers less than 18 years of age, Level 6 Felony
Possession of Marijuana, Class B Misdemeanor
Cited for Child Restraint Violation
Cited for Learner's Permit Violation
Cited for Improper Display of License Plate
Arresting Officer: Trooper Zack Fulton
Assisting Agency: Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office
Wabash County Has New Supervisor Of Assessments For 1st Time In 33 Years
For the first time in more than three decades, Wabash County has a new supervisor of assessments. At Monday night’s regular meeting, county commissioners unanimously voted to hire Connie Larry for that post through November 30th, 2022. Larry takes over for Debbie Gittings who retired at the end of last year after serving 33 years as supervisor of assessments. Larry, who was a long-time assistant under Gittings, recently completed testing and certification to become qualified for the position.
Gibson County Sheriff's Office Arrests Several During Warrant Roundup
On March 4, 2020, the Gibson County Sheriff’s Office received numerous new warrants from both Gibson County Superior and Circuit Courts. Upon receiving the new warrants deputies went out and served the following persons.
All Criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond
a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Roger W. Conder Jr, Age 42 of Oakland City. Arrested on Failure To Register as a Sex Offender. Mr. Conder remains in custody on a $750 bond. Investigating Officer Sgt. Bruce Vanoven.
Timothy J. Baker, age 35 of Ft. Branch. Arrested on Possession of Meth charge. Mr. Baker remains in custody on a $750 bond. Investigating Officers Deputies Jennifer Loesch and U.B. Smith.
Tracy W. Fithian, age 51 of Ft. Branch. Arrested on Battery W/ Injury charge. Mr. Fithian has since posted a $650 bond. Arresting Officer Deputy Garrett Tuley.
Sadie M. Holzmeyer, age 25 of Haubstadt. Arrested on Possession of Marijuana charge. Ms. Holzmeyer has posted a $550 bond. Arresting Officer Deputy Garrett T uley.
Mississippi Trucker Arrested After Allegedly Trying To Run Driver Over
On March 5, 2020, at 4:31 a.m. Gibson County Central Dispatch received a 911 report of a disturbance at the Pilot Travel center located at 901 East 1250 South. While enroute to the scene Sergeant John Fischer and Deputy Brian Naas were advised that the disturbance was between two truck drivers after one had allegedly tried to run the other over. Upon arriving Sgt. Fischer and Deputy Naas began an investigation into the incident. After speaking with all the parties involved 48-year-old Carl Roark of Sandersville, Mississippi was taken into custody and transported to the Gibson County Jail. Upon arriving at the Gibson County Jail Mr. Roark was charged with Battery. He remains in custody on an $1100 bond.
Assisting Sgt. Fischer and Deputy Naas in their investigation was Deputy Loren Barchett.
All Criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond
a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Allendale February Students of the Month
Allendale School is proud to announce the February Students of the Month:
