On 10/22/23, Mt. Carmel Police arrested Roddy A. Courtright, age 68, of Mt. Carmel for Aggravated Domestic Battery following a domestic dispute at 1149 W 3rd Street. Upon arrival to the trailer park, police found that during the dispute, Courtright grabbed his wife by the throat and choked her. Another subject at the scene admitted they called 911 after witnessing the incident. Police began to check the area for Courtright as he had already left the residence before their arrival. Eventually, the arresting officer located Courtright hiding in some bushes near the trailer. Courtright was placed under arrest and transported to the Wabash County Jail where he was held pending a pretrial detention determination by the court.
Longtime Banker Robin Dean Announces Retirement
Robin Dean, Southern Regional Deposit Manager, will be retiring on October 31st after 40 years of service to First Mid.
Robin began her banking career in 1983 in the Trust Operations area with Security Bank. She later moved into the brokerage area and planned trips for senior clients, which allowed her to travel to every continent, including Antarctica. In 1989, when Security Bank was acquired by Old National, Robin continued to plan travel and held the position of Marketing Officer before transitioning to Assistant Manager and then Branch Manager. When Old National was acquired by First Mid in 2015, she became the Southern Regional Deposit Manager through the rest of her career.
Robin says, “To say that this has been a wonderful career would be an understatement. For 40 years, I have been able to work with some amazing people. I am a passionate Rotarian and will be the District Governor of Southern Illinois – River to River in 2024. My career has afforded me the opportunity to send both of my children to college and now that they are off and doing amazing things, it’s my time to enjoy our little retirement home in Florida, continue my Rotary journey, and leave a giant impact on the world at large but particularly an impact on my grandchildren. Time is the best gift to give someone you love, and I plan to spend a lot of time with each of them.”
In lieu of a public celebration, Robin has chosen to make a donation to the Rotary Foundation.
Thank you for your dedication to First Mid, Robin. Congratulations and best wishes for a happy retirement!
WGH Board Agrees To Lease At Former Fearheiley Lumber Property
The Wabash General Hospital Board of Directors has approved a three year lease agreement for the hospital to utilize a portion of the former Fearheiley Lumber location at 1002 Market Street. At yesterday’s board meeting, WGH senior executive vice president of hospital operations and chief operating officer Tamara Gould outlined how the hospital will utilize the property…
The three year lease is for $2,750 a month for a total of $99,000. Gould said Wabash General had received a $234,000 grant that will be partially used to pay for the lease as well as building upgrades and other training expenses. Fearheiley Lumber closed in 2020 after 128 years in business.
Allendale School Board Approves Resignation During Special Session
At the October 23, 2023 Allendale School Board special meeting held in the library of Allendale School, the board:
Approved the resignation of Audrey McGee, 3rd Grade teacher, effective November 3, 2023
Red Ribbon Week Kicks Off At Allendale
Red Ribbon Week has started at Allendale School. Monday is Decades Day (dress from any decade). All students participating were put into a drawing and two winners were chosen. From the elementary hallway, Emma Abell is the winner. For the junior high hallway, Ava Jones was chosen. Congratulations to both of these students and all the students that dressed up today.
Judge Updates Division Street Sidewalk Project
SUMMER STORMS PUSHED BACK THE THREE MAJOR SIDEWALK PROJECTS THE CITY HAS IN THE WORKS, BUT ANOTHER HURDLE SHOULD BE OVERCOME THIS WEEK FOR THE DIVISION STREET SECTION. MAYOR JOE JUDGE SAID PAPERWORK IS EXPECTED TO PROGRESS THIS WEEK, AND THE CITY HOPES TO HAVE THE WORK DONE BEFORE BAD WEATHER SETS IN.
Leaf Vac To Start Next Month
DON’T GET IN A HURRY TO RAKE THOSE LEAVES TO THE CURB. MAYOR JOE JUDGE AND COMMISSIONER SUSAN ZIMMERMAN BOTH ISSUED A REMINDER TO RESIDENTS TO ONLY BAG LEAVES FOR THE TIME BEING, AS THE LEAF TRUCK WILL NOT BE READY FOR PICKUP UNTIL SOMETIME IN NOVEMBER.
Tip Leads To Arrest Of Mt. Carmel Man On Domestic Battery/Stalking Warrant
On 10/20/23, Mt. Carmel Police arrested Branson R. Hall, age 24, of Mt. Carmel on a Wabash County Warrant for Domestic Battery and Stalking. Acting on an anonymous tip, police responded to a trailer at 1149 W 3rd Street to a report of Hall being at a specific trailer. Hall had on at least two occasions fled from law enforcement due to the outstanding warrant. Police arrived and made contact with the occupants. The occupant admitted Hall was there and that he refused to exit the home. Ofc. Hopper and K-9 Eleven arrived and entered the home with the resident’s consent. When K-9 Eleven alerted in one of the bedrooms, Hall give up and exited between a mattress and its box spring. Hall was placed under arrest without further incident. A search of Hall’s bag found a hypodermic syringe and needle as well as several items used in the process of ingesting methamphetamine. Hall was transported to the Wabash County Jail where he was issued the warrant along with a charge for the syringe and drug paraphernalia. Hall is being held pending a detention hearing.
Mt. Carmel Man Arrested On Public Indecency Charge
On 10/20/23, Mt. Carmel Police arrested Robert M. Hinderliter, age 36, of Mt. Carmel for Public Indecency following an incident in the 1000 block of N Pear Street. Police were called to the scene when the complainant observed a male subject, later identified as Hinderliter, urinating in the driveway to neighboring residence. Upon arrival, police were allowed to observe video surveillance footage that confirmed the identity of Hinderliter as well as his alleged behavior. The complainant was allowed to sign a complaint against Hinderliter. Hinderliter was located in the 400 block of N Pear Street where he was found to be highly intoxicated. EMS was contacted and transported Hinderliter to an area hospital due to these levels. Hinderliter was charged with the above offense and released on a Notice to Appear.
Indiana State Police Investigate Shooting Death in Tell City
Perry County – Early this morning at approximately 1:41 am CST, officers from the Indiana State Police, Tell City Police, and Perry County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call for assistance at a residence on State Road 145 in Tell City in reference to a dispute with a possible weapon. Upon arrival by law enforcement, a male subject, Andrew Long Jr., 32, of Huntingburg was fatally wounded from a gunshot wound in the driveway of the residence. No arrest or charges have been filed at this time and the Indiana State Police is still investigating the events that transpired.
This investigation is ongoing at this time and notifications have been made to the Long family. There is no current threat to public safety.
ISP detectives were assisted at the scene by the Tell City Police Department, Perry County Sheriff's Office, Perry County EMS, and the Perry County Coroner.
At this time there is no further information available for release.