The latest unemployment figures show Wabash County’s jobless rate in April ticked up slightly from March. The April figure stood at 4% compared to the 3.7% in March and the 4.6% level in April of last year. April employment gains were reported in government, trade, transportation, and utilities, leisure/hospitality, and educational and health services. Employment in manufacturing declined in April according to the state. The lowest unemployment rate in southern Illinois was in Hamilton County at 3.6% while the highest of 8.2% was again in Pulaski County.
Evelyn E. Dorney, 55
Evelyn E. Dorney, 55, of Keensburg, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, June 14, 2022 at Carle Richland Memorial Hospital, in Olney, IL with her family by her side. She was born on June 2, 1967, in Port Washington, Wisconsin, the daughter of Ezra D. and Irene M. (McDaniel) Dorney.
Evelyn loved her family and was very proud of her son, Shane. Together, they enjoyed watching various sporting events. Evelyn enjoyed cheering for the Pittsburgh Steelers. She liked the outdoors and always enjoyed being on the water fishing. While relaxing at home, Evelyn enjoyed watching cooking and crime tv shows. She was fond of all cats and dogs. Evelyn always looked forward to playing bingo with friends. She will be missed by her family and friends.
Evelyn will be remembered by her son, Shane Dorney; parents, Ezra and Irene Dorney; brother, Johnathon Dorney; sisters, Teresa Hermandez and Kathleen Ayres; many loved cousins, nieces and nephews.
Evelyn is preceded in death by her sisters, Linda Dorney and Joan Close.
In keeping with Evelyn’s wishes, cremation rites will take place and no formal services will be held at this time.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Evelyn’s tribute wall and leave condolences for the Dorney family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
Property Tax Prepayments Now Being Accepted
You can get a head start on prepaying your property taxes that will be due later this year. Treasurer Beverly McBride said her office is collecting prepayment on property taxes as well as collecting mobile home taxes. The mobile home taxes are due July 1st after which a penalty of $25 a month will be charged up to $100 being added to late payments.
Judge Approves Liquor Control Requests
Acting as city liquor control commissioner, Mayor Joe Judge has approved a request from the Mt. Carmel Eagles to co-host an off-site event with the Wabash General Hospital Foundation. The Eagles will use their liquor license for the foundation to hold a fundraiser at Merchants Park on Friday, July 22nd. The event will be restricted to those 21 and older.
Judge also recently granted an application for a Class G restaurant liquor license to Cactus Cuisine at 805 West Third Street.
Paving Work Expected To Start Soon In Mt. Carmel
Asphalt paving work is expected to start soon on four different areas of the city. The section of streets to be repaved include Pear Street from 3rd to 4th; Mulberry Street from 9th to 10th; 4th Street from Market to Mulberry; and Jaquess from Market to Chestnut. The work will cost just over $52,000 and will be paid out of motor fuel tax funds according to street commissioner Tom Meeks. The repaving is in addition to the chip and seal work that will take place late this summer or early fall as part of the city’s annual summer street maintenance program.
Petersburg Man Arrested for Possession of Child Pornography, Meth, and Neglect
Pike County –Tuesday morning, June 14, Troopers with the Indiana State Police Evansville District, Cyber Crimes Unit, and Internet Crimes Against Children Unit (ICAC) arrested a 33-year-old Petersburg man for Possession of Child Pornography, Neglect of a Dependent, and Possession of Methamphetamine.
The investigation was initiated when a CyberTip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) was received by Indiana’s ICAC Task Force. As a result of the investigation, a search warrant was obtained through the Pike Circuit Court and served this morning at a residence located on CR325 W in Petersburg. Based on preliminary findings as a result of the search warrant, Bryan K. Robling, 33, was arrested and incarcerated at the Pike County Jail where he is currently being held on bond. Robling’s children were released to his mother.
Anyone having any information related to crimes against children are encouraged to contact their local law enforcement agency or visit the NCMEC website at http://www.missingkids.com/home and find the link to make a CyberTipline report.
Arrested and Charges:
Bryan K. Robling, 33, Petersburg, IN
Possession of child pornography, Level 5 Felony (6 counts)
Possession of child pornography, Level 6 Felony (4 counts)
Neglect of a dependent, Level 6 Felony (3 counts)
Possession of methamphetamine, Level 6 Felony (1 count)
Additional charges relating to this investigation are still pending.
All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law
Edwards County 4-H Food and Clothing Show Results
The Edwards County 4-H Food and Clothing Show was held Monday, June 13, 2022. Thank you to Sharlee Aaron and Bonita Thomason for judging the food exhibits, and to Abby Shelton for judging clothing.
In the clothing show, Claire Doelling was awarded Best of Show. Claire Doelling and Aleya Bare were named State Fair delegates in STEAM Clothing I. Claire Doelling and Aleya Bare participated in Fashion Revue. Claire Doelling will receive the Fashion Revue trophy.
In the food show, Best of Show designations were awarded too: Landon Loyd - Cooking 101; Madison Miller- Cooking 201; Hayley Perry-Cooking 301; Addison Anderson-Cooking 401; Alyson Williams-Food Preservation and Hayley Perry- Food Science II; Lillian Bare-Sports Nutrition. Seven exhibitors were chosen as State Fair delegates: Landon Loyd, Madison Miller, Alyson Williams, Kamryn Trowbridge, Hayley Perry, Breanna Willett and Lillian Bare. State Fair alternates are Lucy Harrison, Kolby Terry, Keira Willett and Tori Thompson.
Mt. Carmel Man Jailed On Sex Offender Registry & Domestic Battery Charges
On 6/13/2022, Mt. Carmel Police arrested Trenton E. Hammond, age 29, of Mt. Carmel, on a Wabash County Warrant for Failure to Update Sex Offender Registry and Domestic Battery. Hammond is required to notify the Mt. Carmel Police Department of any employment changes and was found that Hammond failed to report quitting a job in April and that he failed to report a vehicle registered to him in March. Both changes are statutorily required for reporting and agreed upon by Hammond when registering each year. Additionally, evidence was obtained alleging Hammond committed domestic battery by striking his girlfriend in May while outside of his residence in the 400 block of W 5th Street as well. Hammond was transported to the Wabash County Jail where he was issued the warrant and held pending the posting of $2500 cash bond.
City Council Puts Off Decision On Future Of City Pool
The Mt. Carmel City Council will wait on a Wisconsin firm to finish an evaluation before deciding on the future of the city pool. At their regular meeting yesterday evening, Mayor Joe Judge said since the state has rejected the city’s grant application to help fund an overhaul of the pool, it’s up to the council to figure out where to go moving forward…
Last November, the city council approved spending $2,750 with Burbach Aquatics of Platteville, Wisconsin to evaluate the pool and recommend improvements to the aging facility. Commissioners agreed that before any decisions are made, they need to see Burbach’s report and recommendations. As far as funding any possible improvements, Judge said the city would have to borrow money to cover the cost, which is expected to run well over $1 million. The last major renovation of the pool occurred in 1995.
Crews Pouring Concrete Today At City Park
Crews are pouring concrete at the City Park for a sidewalk running from the parking area to the new restrooms. Mayor Joe Judge urged people visiting the park today to obey the police tape that will mark off the new sidewalk until the concrete dries.
