WCSO Picks Up Three On Warrants

On 04/26/23 at approximately 10:30 a.m. the Wabash County Sheriff's Office arrested 41-year-old Andrea R. Coale on an FTA warrant out of Wabash County. Coale was arrested at the Town & Country Motel in Mt. Carmel. 

At 11:30 a.m. John A. Slunder, 24 of Mt. Carmel was taken into custody at 5952 N 1400 Blvd. on an FTA warrant out of Wabash County. 

Later that same day around 2:30 p.m. 45-year-old Kristel D. Edmondson formerly of Florida, was arrested at 315 E. 4th St. on an active body attachment out of Wabash County. 

All three later posted bond and were released. 

Tips Lead To Arrest Of Mt. Carmel Man

On 4/26, at 3:17 p.m. a Wabash County deputy observed a passenger vehicle at 3rd and Poplar streets in Mt. Carmel with a passenger whom was wanted for questioning.  The deputy conducted a traffic stop and took 39-year-old Matthew M. Berberich into custody after a brief interview. This investigation stems from several SheriffApp tips received by Wabash County Crimestoppers of Berberich living at an address in Mt. Carmel while being registered in Bellmont.  Berberich has since received a recognizance bond from the court and has been released on 04/28/23. 

Mt. Carmel Man Faces Multiple Charges Following Wednesday Incident

On 04/26/23 the Wabash County Sheriff's Office was called to 8749 N 1750 Ln., Mt. Carmel reference an unwanted person destroying property. When deputies arrived, they found a male subject that was very agitated and intoxicated. The male was detained so the deputy could conduct an investigation into the incident. During the investigation the deputy heard a loud banging and realized the detained male was attempting to kick out the windows of his squad. The male was removed and eventually moved to a different patrol vehicle. During the switch the male bit a deputy in the hand and headbutted the other deputy. 42-year-old Jason C. List was transported to the Wabash County Jail where he was charged with Criminal Damage to Property, Aggravated Battery x's 2 to a police officer, and resisting or obstructing a peace officer. List is currently being held in the Wabash County jail on a $10,000 cash bond. 

Solar Plan At Waste Water Plant Progressing

The Mt. Carmel City Council is moving forward with a plan to allow a Pennsylvania company to build a solar energy system on city property at the waste water treatment plant. Mayor Joe Judge explains the benefit of the proposal…

While the deal hasn’t been finalized, the city council did approve a contract showing intent to move forward. The proposed solar array would be constructed on the southern portion of the city property at the wastewater treatment plant and would be connected to the plant’s main meter.

Tennessee Man To Be In Court Monday To Face Sexual Assault Charge

A Tennessee man is scheduled to make his first appearance Monday in Wabash County Circuit Court on a Class 1 felony charge of criminal sexual assault. 19 year old Tim Patrick “TJ” Pangonas of Eads, Tennessee was arrested by Mt. Carmel Police on April 13th following an investigation into allegations that Pangonas sexually assaulted an adult female at a residence in Mt. Carmel. Pangonas is currently free on a $20,000 cash bond.

Mayor Signs Child Abuse Prevention Proclamation

From The Guardian Center: Thank you to the City of Mt Carmel, Mayor Joe Judge, for joining us in the fight against Child Abuse. Pictured is the Wabash County Team representation including Wabash County State's Attorney Office, Mt Carmel Police Department, Wabash County Sheriff's Department, Department of Children and Family Services, Mayor Judge’s office, and The Guardian Center.

Mt. Carmel City Council Agenda

AGENDA

CITY OF MOUNT CARMEL

REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING

Monday, May 1st 2023 at 4:00 pm

· Call to Order

o Pledge of Allegiance

o Roll Call

· Approve Minutes

o Minutes of meeting held 04/17/2023 and 4/28/2023

· Visitors (topic discussed by visitor(s) is limited to 5 minutes)

o Wayne Walden-Kiwanis

o Gail Poland-American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 423

o Patty Courtright-zoning board issue

· Reports and Communications

o Mayor Judge

o Commissioner Meeks Streets, Cemeteries and Parks

o Commissioner Ikemire Finance and Senior Citizens

o Commissioner Dulgar Water and Sewer

o Commissioner Zimmerman Fire, Health & Safety, City Hall and Garbage

· Staff Reports

o Ryan Turner Derek McCullough Paris Pennington

o Michael McWilliams Francis Speth Mike Gidcumb

New Business

o Consent Agenda

§ Pay all bills providing proper signature

o Removal of items from the Consent Agenda

· Old Business

o Ordinance 2090-Regulation of low-speed electric and gas bicycles (2nd Reading)

o Future of River Lots on Hydraulic Ave.

· Executive Session

· Motion to Adjourn

· Liquor Control Meeting-

WVC PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT PROGRAM-ACCEPTING NEW STUDENTS

Wabash Valley College (WVC) is proud to announce the successful completion of its first year in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program (PTA) and the upcoming graduation of its first cohort of 13 students next spring. The program is now accepting applications for its next cohort, which will begin in Fall 2023.

The PTA program at WVC has made remarkable progress over the past year, with a focus on developing the curriculum, acquiring advanced equipment, and creating collaborative learning opportunities for its students. Students have participated in various volunteering events, Interprofessional Education, and Clinic Days at Wabash General Hospital.

WVC has incorporated state-of-the-art equipment in the program, including the Physiogait Dynamic Unweighting Machine, Dynapro Elite AFO Braces, and Functional Electrical Stimulation Machines, among others. Additionally, the program has added new and experienced staff members to the team and created the SPTA Club for student engagement.

The PTA program is proud to offer six $5,000 scholarships and six full book scholarships to students entering the program. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply to WVC and contact one of our professors for more information about applying to the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. For more information about this unique opportunity please visit our website at https://iecc.edu/wvc/pta

Effective August 16,2022, Wabash Valley College Physical Therapist Assistant Program has been granted Candidate for Accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100, Alexandria, Virginia 22305-3085; phone: 703-706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org). If needing to contact the program/institution directly, please call (618) 263-5548 or email hoipkemierl@iecc.edu. Candidate for Accreditation is an accreditation status of affiliation with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education that indicates the program may matriculate students in technical/professional courses. Achievement of Candidate for Accreditation status does not assure that the program will be granted Initial Accreditation.

 

 

Road closure planned for State Road 68

POSEY COUNTY, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation announces a road closure for State Road 68 near Poseyville.

Beginning on or around Monday, May 5, crews will close State Road 68 near Poseyville for road improvements. These improvements include a culvert replacement, asphalt resurfacing and drainage improvements. State Road 68 will be closed between Pace Morton Lane and Stillwell Road. Construction is expected to last through the end of June, depending on the weather.

The official detour for this project is State Road 69 to State Road 66 to State Road 165. Local traffic will have access up to the point of closure.