City Officials: Quit Flushing Wipes

City officials are again addressing of non-flushable wipes being flushed into Mt. Carmel’s sewer system. The latest plea comes from sewer commissioner Tom Meeks who says despite the fact the wipes may be labeled as flushable, they’re not….

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Mayor Joe Judge said the wipes clog lift stations costing the city overtime clearing them out along with equipment wear and tear ultimately resulting in residents paying more….

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City officials stress that no matter what the packaging says, wipes cannot be flushed.

Two fires within a week investigated in Knox County

Indiana Fire Marshal fire investigators are seeking the public's help finding any information about two fires reported at the same address in Vincennes, Ind.

The first fire was reported in a garage on the 400 block of N. 6th St. on Sept. 18. A second fire in the garage was reported on Sept. 21. 

Investigators encourage anyone with information about these incidents to call the Indiana Arson Hotline at 800-382-4628 or email TIPS1@dhs.in.gov

Haubstadt man arrested for reckless driving

On September 22, 2023, at 6:52 p.m. Gibson County Deputy Logan Lashbrook conducted a traffic stop on a Blue 2022 Nissan passenger vehicle for traveling 84 mph in a 25 mph zone on Main Street in Patoka.  Upon approaching the vehicle Deputy Lashbrook placed the driver 20 year old Tariq Lewis of Haubstadt into custody.  At the end of a brief investigation Mr. Lewis was transported to the Gibson County Jail where he was charged with Reckless Driving and Minor Consumption.  He has since posted a $450 bond.   
 
All Criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

Traffic Stop Results In DUI Arrest

On 9/23/23, Mt. Carmel Police arrested Porfirio Leal-Zavala, age 46, of Princeton, Indiana for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol following a traffic stop in the 200 block of West 2nd Street.  The arresting officer observed a white GMC SUV stopped at the stop sign at 2nd & Chestnut for an extended period of time before finally pulling into the intersection.  When doing so, the white GMC began swerving so a traffic stop was conducted.  As the officer spoke to driver, Leal-Zavala, he observed signs to indicate impairment from alcohol.  Leal-Zavala submitted to a roadside sobriety check which offered several clues to indicate impairment.  Leal-Zavala was placed under arrest and transported to the Wabash County Jail.  Leal-Zavala was processed for DUI and turned over to corrections staff for further processing. 

Domestic Dispute Lands Fairfield Man In Jail

On 9/23/23, Mt. Carmel Police arrested Robert S. Murphree, age 43, of Fairfield for domestic battery following a domestic dispute at an apartment located at 1230 N Walnut Street.  Police were called to the scene by the resident who reported their brother, Murphree, had caused bodily harm to them when he was asked to leave.  The victim had signs of injury to both their neck and arm.  Murphree, who was located outside of the apartment, was placed under arrest without incident.  Murphree was transported to the Wabash County Jail where he was charged and held pending a pre-trial detention determination by the court. 

Evansville Man Arrested after Resisting and Battering Trooper during Traffic Stop

Gibson County: Sunday night, September 24, at approximately 10:35 p.m., Trooper Hurley stopped the driver of a 1995 Buick on US 41 near CR 350 North for having a defective taillight and expired registration. The driver was identified as Austin Ricks, 25, of Evansville.  Trooper Hurley detected signs of impairment and detected an odor of cannabis inside the vehicle. During field sobriety tests, Ricks resisted, and a physical confrontation ensued. Ricks was taken into custody after being tased by Trooper Hurley. Ricks was treated at the scene and transported to Gibson General Hospital in Princeton where he was treated, released, and then transported to the Gibson County Jail where he is currently being held on bond.

Trooper Hurley received minor injuries during the confrontation and did not require medical treatment.

Toxicology results are pending.

Arrested and Charges:

Austin Ricks, 25, Evansville, IN

1. Battery on a Police Officer, Level 6 Felony

2. Resisting Law Enforcement, Level 6 Felony

3. Driving While Intoxicated, Class C Misdemeanor

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

Patoka Man Picked Up On Wabash County FTA Warrant

On 9/20/23, Mt. Carmel Police arrested Kalob S. Thomas, 24, of Patoka, Indiana on a Wabash County Warrant for Failure to Appear.  Thomas had been stopped for a registration issue while operating a white Ford at 13th & Walnut Street.  Thomas was placed under arrest and transported to the Wabash County Jail where he was charged and later released on a $250 cash bond. 

MCPD Arrests Mt. Carmel Man On Multiple Charges

On 9/21/23, Mt. Carmel Police arrested Gage A. Price, age 19, of Mt. Carmel for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol and Unlawful Use of Weapon following a traffic stop for speeding and expired registration on his black Ford in the 200 block of East 9th Street. As the arresting officer spoke to Price, he noticed behaviors indicative of impairment.  Price agreed to submit to a roadside sobriety check resulting in the officer noting several clues to indicate impairment.  Price was placed under arrest at this time.  A subsequent search of the vehicle resulted in officers locating brass knuckles.  Price was processed for driving under the influence and taken to the Wabash County Jail where he was issued the above charges and later released on a Notice to Appear to a responsible adult. 

#348 School Board Schedules Special Meeting

WABASH CUSD #348 BOARD OF EDUCATION SPECIAL MEETING

DISTRICT OFFICE

218 W. 13th Street Mt. Carmel, Il 62863

Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.

AGENDA

1. Call to order / Roll call

2. Executive Session pursuant to Section 2(c)(1) of the Open Meetings Act: “The appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance, or dismissal of specific employees”.

3. Personnel Matters

4. Adjourn

Allendale School Board Notes

At the September 2023 Allendale School Board meeting held in the library of Allendale School, the board:

Accepted the resignation of Cindy Brogan, Assistant Principal and Cheer Coach, effective September 29, 2023.

Adopted the 2023-2024 Budget as presented at the board meeting.

Reviewed and approved the serious safety hazard areas on each bus route.

Approved the 2023-2024 Textbook List.

Authorized Superintendent Bowser to hold the Annual Emergency and Crisis Response Plan meeting in the month of October.

Approved a 3-year contract with Kemper CPA Group of Vincennes, Indiana to prepare and complete the annual Financial Audit for FY23, FY24, and FY25.