On 4/07/21, Mt. Carmel Police arrested Dakota S. Wheeler, age 27, of Mt. Carmel, on a Wabash County Warrant for Criminal Damage to State Supported Property after they observed him in the 900 block of North Market Street. Wheeler was issued a copy of his warrant and released on a Notice to Appear in court.
On April 14, 2021, at 12:43 p.m. Gibson County Deputy U.B. Smith conducted a welfare check on a White 2003 Lincoln passenger car that was parked the wrong direction on County Road 850 South near County Road 1025 West. Upon approaching the vehicle and identifying the occupants Deputy Smith detected the odor of burnt Marijuana coming from inside the vehicle. At that point he began a roadside investigation. At the conclusion of his investigation 58-year-old Tina Winemiller was taken into custody and transported to the Gibson County Jail. Upon arriving at the jail Ms. Winemiller was charged with Possession of Methamphetamines, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. She has since posted a $750 bond.
Assisting Deputy Smith in his investigation was Deputy Quinten Might.
All Criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Mt. Carmel Grade School has a new outlet for kids and it’s full of interactive and fun activities to achieve in the ‘Sensory Hallway’. The Sensory Hallway is utilized for students who are having trouble staying focused in class. It's a “Brain Break” for them. The hallway of synergistic fun was created thanks to generous donations from community members.
Erin Stephen, social worker for W.O.V.S.E.D approached Laura Taylor, social worker for Wabash #348 and Brianne Foster, principal at Mt. Carmel Grade School about the idea. A grant was written but was not approved. Sue Thompson, W.O.V.S.E.D CD Classroom Assistant took to social media and asked for interest in donations for the project. Within 3 days, enough money was raised to follow through with the project.
The Sensory Hallway was made possible by donations from:
Erin Stephen, social worker for W.O.V.S.E.D approached Laura Taylor, social worker for Wabash #348 and Brianne Foster, principal at Mt. Carmel Grade School about the idea. A grant was written but was not approved. Sue Thompson, W.O.V.S.E.D CD Classroom Assistant took to social media and asked for interest in donations for the project. Within 3 days, enough money was raised to follow through with the project.
Pictured: Vicki Stipp, Kay Lynn Alka, Candi Kissel, Sue Thompson, Brianne Foster, Laura Taylor, Pat Johnson, Matalei Greer, and Gerald Greer. Not available for picture: Travis Wagner, Connie Day, Chris Brown
The Wabash County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting over the noon hour today at the renovated Mt. Carmel City Hall. City government relocated to its’ new location at 631 Market Street in 2019 after a major water leak at the former City Hall caused extensive damage. City Commissioner Chandler Madden is in charge of City Hall operations and said the new location is something residents can be proud of….
An extensive remodeling project added 1,400 square feet to the building in addition to an enhanced city council chambers that includes state of the art video and audio capabilities that will reduce travel for city employees needing training.
Princeton Police are searching for 49 year old Landon Bairfield in connection with a shooting.
He is a black male, approximately 5 ft 8 and 175 pounds with black hair and brown eyes.
He is driving a gray 2004 Chevy Monte Carlo and was last seen in the Princeton area, but there is no current known direction of travel or a clothing description.
If you see this man, please call 911 or (812) 385-3496 option 1.
He is considered armed and dangerous. Do not approach him!
The city has gotten the first go ahead from the state EPA on building a new water treatment plant. Water Commissioner Justin Dulgar reports that the EPA has approved the project plan which is the first initial stage of the $10.4 million plant that will be built on the site of the current facility on South Cherry Street that was built in 1936. Now, Dulgar said the city is waiting on the letter of commitment from the IEPA after which bids will be sought for the new facility, set to open in 2023.
With things slowly, but surely reopening from the pandemic…one major gathering place remains closed for indoor dining. And, Mayor Joe Judge says it’s still unclear when the WC Cafeteria and Senior Center will reopen to local seniors…
The senior center has been open in a limited basis serving only carry-out and delivered meals since the pandemic hit last year.
Wabash Valley College’s FRESH food program received two donations from community partners over the past two weeks. On March 23, the WVC Faculty Association donated to FRESH, and on April 6, the Mount Carmel Elks Lodge donated to the program.
On Tuesday, March 23, the Wabash Valley College Faculty Association donated $350 to WVC FRESH. The association usually holds an annual faculty & staff BBQ lunch. Due to the pandemic, the lunch was cancelled, and the faculty voted to donate the money to FRESH.
Allen Brown, the coordinator of the annual faculty & staff BBQ lunch and Department of Mathematics faculty member said, "We hope our donation is just the beginning for faculty's support of FRESH. We want to contribute as an annual tradition. Jill Winter and Kyle Peach have helped the WVC Student Senate create this program, which has become an essential resource for our college."
On Tuesday, April 6, the Mount Carmel Elks donated $500 to the program.
FRESH’s mission is to assist and provide for those facing food insecurity on WVC's campus. The students running FRESH gather, store, and distribute goods to those who find themselves in need. FRESH’s mission is based on a compassionate hand out and hand up as we respect the dignity of each person we serve.
FRESH welcomes donations, including food items and money. Please contact Jill Winter or Kyle Peach at WVC for details. They can be reached by phone at 618-262-8641.
In front: Charles Acree, Bryce Klingler, Sania Borom, Darcy Clodfelter, Brea More. In back: Cuyler Barnum, Luke Bunting, and Ian Klingler.
From Gibson County Sheriff’s Department: We've had a few reports of counterfeit bills recently. In the past, we've seen some bills with "For Motion Picture Use Only", but some of the recent ones have had "Replica" or "Play Money" printed on them.
In one case, there was even a $5 bill that had been bleached out and reprinted as a $50 bill. Of course, the security features wouldn't match up, but it would pass a simple counterfeit detection pen test.
For more information on how to spot a fake bill, see some tips at https://www.federalreserve.gov/faqs/currency_12597.htm - especially their Quick Reference Guide.
If you get a suspected counterfeit bill, contact your local law enforcement so they can investigate.
The new Mt. Carmel pickleball courts will be dedicated on Sunday, May 23rd.
