MCHS Scholarship Information

The Wabash General Hospital Healthcare scholarship is now available in the Guidance office. The deadline for this scholarship is March 22, 2024.

The ON1 Scholarship is now available in the Guidance Office.

MCHS Alumni Foundation Spirit Scholarship The MCHS Alumni Foundation will be awarding a $1,000 scholarship to a qualified student meeting the application requirements. Applications are to be submitted no later than May 1, 2024. The Spirit Scholarship will be paid directly to the student's college or technical institution upon entry of the school year for the Fall semester of 2024. Applications are available in the Guidance Office.

The Aces Scholarship is open to a graduating senior from Mt. Carmel High School in 2024. The scholarship may be used at any college/university of the recipient's choice and will be payable after June 1, 2024, upon receipt of evidence of enrollment. There are two $750 scholarships for May of 2024. The deadline is April 10, 2024. Applications are available in the Guidance Office.

Illinois Sheriffs Association $500 Scholarship Is now available in the Guidance Office. The deadline is March 15, 2024.

WVC Ambassador Scholarship With the Student Ambassador Program, a student will help on campus 5 hours of week for Full Tuition Coverage of 16 hours! The program is designed to be both enjoyable and fulfilling, fostering not only a fun environment but also providing valuable opportunities for professional development, leadership skills, and active campus involvement. Applications are available in the Guidance Office. The deadline is March 15, 2024.

The Kyle Andrews Memorial Scholarship Fund Application is now available in the Guidance Office.

Snyder- Crumpacker Scholarship A designated fund was created by Dr. Sara Snyder Crumpacker and Mr. J. Peter Crumpacker to support an annual scholarship administered through Mt. Carmel High School. If sufficient money is available to accommodate the awarding of two scholarships in the same year, one should be awarded to a male student and the other to a female student, when possible. This scholarship has been established to honor Max R. and Sara L. Snyder, and in the spirit of Thomas Jefferson, to recognize that an educated citizenry is vital for our survival as a free nation. ∙ DEADLINE for scholarship application: Applications must be turned in to the MCHS Guidance Office by March 20, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. (No exceptions). ∙ Incomplete applications will not be considered. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: Graduating seniors of Mt. Carmel High School in Wabash County, Illinois who are planning full-time enrollment at an accredited college or university, who demonstrate financial need, and who have a GPA of at least 3.0 or show demonstrable achievement on SAT or ACT exams. Preference may be given to applicants planning a course of study or intending a career in the food industry, nutrition/nourishment, health, or agriculture. If there are no qualified applicants from Mt. Carmel High School in a given year, graduating seniors of other nearby Southern Illinois high schools may be eligible to apply.

The 2024 DCFS Scholarship Application is now live and will be available until March 31, 2024. https://apply.mykaleidoscope.com/scholarships/DCFS2024

The Mt. Carmel Lions Club Scholarship application is now available in the Guidance Office. The Deadline is April 26, 2024.

IPRB Accepting Applications for the 2024 Scholarship Have a senior student planning to attend a college or trade/technical school pursuing an oil and gas-related degree or certification? Encourage them to apply for IPRB's annual post-secondary education oil and gas scholarship! Applicants must have a career goal in the oil and gas industry. The application deadline is June 30, 2024. Check out the scholarship application for more details. https://iprb.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2024-IPRB-Scholarship-Application.pdf Scholarship Application

Gill - Wedding Orthodontics Scholarship Applicants must currently be in orthodontic treatment or have completed orthodontic treatment by Dr. Gill or Dr. Wedding. Applicants must have a GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4 scale at the end of their senior fall semester for consideration for this scholarship. Applications are available in the Guidance Office.

SIU Credit Union Scholarship is now available. To learn more and obtain the scholarship application, visit https://siucu.org/about/scholarship/

Kate Froman Trust Scholarship is available in the Guidance Office. The Deadline is April 30, 2024.

A. Frank Orr Educational Trust Scholarship applications are now available in the Guidance Office. The deadline for applications is April 30th.

The Jason Ile Memorial Scholarship is now available in the Guidance Office The deadline is April 25, 2024.

The Taco Tierra Nursing Scholarship is available in the Guidance Office. The deadline is March 20, 2024.

The Bev Morgan Memorial scholarship is available in the Guidance Office. This scholarship is specifically for those going into the medical field. Deadline is April 24, 2024.

Stu Grant Gavel Scholarship To be considered for this scholarship you must have been a member of at least one of these organizations to apply. CEO 4-H FFA Applications are available in the Guidance Office. Deadline is April 10, 2024

The Brian Wright Memorial Scholarship is to be awarded to a graduate of MCHS in the amount of $500. Applications are available in the Guidance Office and must be submitted to the Guidance Office no later than April 25, 2024 by 3:00 pm.

CBAI Foundation Scholarship The CBAI Foundation for Community Banking provides monetary awards for top high school seniors statewide. The total number of awards available this year by the Foundation is $21,000. These awards help deserving students highlight the importance of community banking to the local economy. You could win up to $4,000 for higher education, and your school is eligible to win $500. The deadline to apply is March 1, 2023. Applications are available in the MCHS Guidance Office.

Applications for the MCHS Class of 1969 scholarships are available in the Guidance office.  Two $500 awards will be presented at Awards night.  One to a graduating senior planning to attend WVC and one to a graduating senior planning to attend a college other than WVC. 

Elks Legacy Scholarship Eligibility - College-bound high school seniors who are the children or grandchildren of dues-paying Elks are encouraged to apply. Visit https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/legacy.cfm for complete eligibility details. The deadline is February 5, 2024.

Mt. Carmel Man Gets 60 Years In Prison

A Mt. Carmel man has been sentenced to 60 years in prison after being convicted last year on 8 counts of child pornography. State’s attorney Kelli Storckman reports that 37 year old Zachary Reed was charged in September of 2022 with the 8 Class X felonies after pornographic images of a 12 year old girl were found on his phone and a laptop. Last September, a Wabash County Jury spent only about an hour before returning the 8 guilty verdicts. In addition to the 60 year prison term, Judge William C. Hudson ordered Reed to serve 3 years to life on mandatory supervised release if he is ever released from prison.

Zachary Reed is led back to the Wabash County Courthouse on September 8, 2023 after a Wabash County Jury found him guilty on 8 counts of child phonography.

Shoals Man Arrested for Child Molesting

Martin County – Indiana State Police initiated a criminal investigation in October 2023 after receiving information that Jeremy L. Sanders, 48, of Shoals, had allegedly molested a child.

Indiana State Police Detective Tyler Matthew and Martin County DCS conducted the investigation and submitted the findings to the Martin County Prosecutor’s Office. After reviewing the investigation, the Martin County Prosecutor’s Office filed criminal charges against Sanders, and an arrest warrant was issued.

Friday evening, January 26, 2024, at approximately 4:30 p.m., Sanders was arrested at his place of employment without incident. He was taken to the Martin County Jail where he is currently being held on bond.

Arrested and Charges:

Jeremy L. Sanders, 48, Shoals, IN

Child Molesting - Level 4 Felony (2 Counts)

 

Investigating Officer: Detective Tyler Matthew, Indiana State Police

Assisting Agency: Martin County DCS

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

Newburgh Woman Arrested in Warrick County Animal Control Investigation

Warrick County – The investigation into alleged misappropriated funds from Warrick County Animal Control has resulted in another arrest.

During the investigation, Indiana State Police Detective Patrick Stinson revealed Jamie Hubiak, 35, of Newburgh, had surrendered 7 black poodle puppies to the Warrick County Animal Control in January 2023. Hubiak owns her own pet grooming business in Evansville. The puppies were vaccinated and re-adopted by her on the same day. The puppies were sold at her business for $350 each. When an animal is surrendered to the Warrick County Animal Control, the animal becomes property of Warrick County. Hubiak profited over $2,400 on these seven puppies. Since 2019, Hubiak has adopted approximately 343 animals from the Warrick County Animal Control. The animals she re-adopted were allegedly then sold at her business in Evansville. The veterinary services were paid for by either Warrick County Animal Control or Warrick Animal Guardian.  

Perry County Prosecutor Samantha Hurst is the special prosecutor is this case.  After reviewing the latest findings, the prosecutor’s office filed criminal charges on Hubiak and a warrant was issued for her arrest. Hubiak was arrested at approximately 5:00 this afternoon after she turned herself in at the Warrick County Jail. She was released after posting bond.

This is still an ongoing investigation. All inquiries should be directed to Perry County Prosecutor Samantha Hurst.

Arrested and Charges:

Jamie M. Hubiak, 35, Newburgh, IN

Corrupt Business Influence, Level 5 Felony

Theft, Level 6 Felony

Conspiracy to Commit Theft, Level 6 Felony

Theft, Class A Misdemeanor

Investigating Detectives: Detective Patrick Stinson, Sergeant Brock Werne, and Detective Toni Walden, Indiana State Police

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

Traffic Stop Leads To Multiple Charges For Mt. Carmel Pair

On 1/29/24, Mt. Carmel Police arrested Timothy D. Morrison, age 23 for Possession of Methamphetamine, Bringing Contraband into a Penal Institution, Obstructing Justice, Unlawful Possession of Weapon by Felon, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Possession of Hypodermic Syringe/Needle.  Also arrested, Alexander J. Knotts, 24, of Mt. Carmel for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, following a traffic stop on a cream-colored Chrysler PT Cruiser in the 1300 block of Landes Street.  Both individuals were passengers in the vehicle which was stopped for a violation of the Illinois Vehicle Code.  During the stop, Ofc. Hopper and K-9 Eleven arrived and conducted a free air sniff around the exterior of the vehicle.  Eleven alerted to the presence of narcotics resulting in a search of the vehicle. A subsequent search led to officers locating two needles in Morrison’s coat.  An assisting Wabash County Deputy searched Knotts and located a clear glass pipe containing suspected methamphetamine residue.  Furthermore, officers located digital scales with suspected methamphetamine residue on it and a billy club near Morrison’s seat.  Both subjects were transported to the Wabash County Jail.  During jail intake, officers located approximately 13.9 grams of suspected methamphetamine hidden in the crotch area of Morrison.  This substance later field tested positive for methamphetamine.  Morrison and Knotts are being held pending a pre-trial detention determination by the court. 

Timothy D. Morrison

Argument Over Coat Leads To Domestic Battery Arrest Of Mt. Carmel Man

On 1/27/24, Mt. Carmel Police arrested Charles B. Garrett, age 58, of Mt. Carmel for Domestic Battery following a dispute at his residence in the 400 block of N Walnut Street.  Police were called to the home after Garrett and another resident got into an argument about a coat.  It was alleged Garrett grabbed the resident and shoved her across the kitchen.  Garrett was placed under arrest and transported to the Wabash County Jail where he was held pending a pre-trial detention determination by the court.

Mt. Carmel Man Picked Up On White County Warrant

On 1/25/24, Mt. Carmel Police arrested Hunter D. Ingram, age 23, of Mt. Carmel on a White County Felony Warrant.  The arrest stemmed from a traffic stop on South Walnut Street on a black Chevy truck.  During the stop, the officer found the driver, Ingram, wanted on the warrant, resulting in his arrest.  Ingram was transported to the Wabash County Jail where issued the warrant and held pending extradition back to White County. 

Additional Criminal Charges Filed in Warrick County Animal Control Investigation; One Arrested and Barnes receives Additional Criminal Charges

Warrick County – Indiana State Police initiated a criminal investigation in December 2023 after receiving information regarding alleged misappropriated funds from Warrick County Animal Control.

On December 13, 2023, Indiana State Police executed a search warrant at Danielle A. Barnes’ residence located in Chandler. Barnes, 55, is the former supervisor at Warrick County Animal Control. Due to items located and seized during the search, Barnes was arrested for Theft, a Level 6 Felony, and Possession of a Legend Drug, a Level 6 Felony.  Barnes’ was released after posting bond.

Indiana State Police Detectives continued their investigation and revealed additional discrepancies resulting in criminal charges being filed against Susan Broshears, 50, of Boonville, and additional charges for Barnes. Broshears is a former employee of Warrick County Animal Control.

During the Spring of 2023, a nearby humane society offered a low-cost Spay/Neuter Clinic to local animal shelters. Barnes and Broshears were allowing individuals to schedule appointments through Warrick County Animal Control as quickly as weeks rather than waiting the average of three-four months other county residents were experiencing. The Warrick County Animal Control staff was allegedly instructed by Barnes and Broshears to add a $10 transport fee to the surgery cost. Instead of making payment to Warrick County Animal Control, animal owners made payments in the form of cash, checks, and credit cards to Warrick Animal Guardian (WAG), which is a non-profit organization operated by Barnes. Barnes’ was also allegedly transferring purebred dogs from the Warrick County Animal Shelter to her non-profit organization and selling them.

According to records from Warrick County Animal Control, over 1,000 animals had come in and out of their facility during 2022 and 2023. When detectives examined adoption fee records, they discovered only a handful of fees being paid to Warrick County Animal Control. Most adoption fees were never deposited into their bank account.

Perry County Prosecutor Samantha Hurst is the special prosecutor is this case.  After reviewing the latest findings, the prosecutor’s office filed charges on Barnes and Broshears. Broshears was arrested Friday afternoon without incident. She was taken to the Warrick County Jail where she posted bond and was released. Since Barnes was arrested in December 2023 on Theft and Possession of a Legend Drug charges, she will receive a subpoena informing her of the additional charges being filed against her. Barnes will appear in court on a later date. As of today, Barnes is still employed by Warrick County.

This is still an ongoing investigation and an additional arrest is expected.

Arrested and Charges:

  • Danielle A. Barnes, 55, Chandler, IN

  1. Corrupt Business Influence, Level 5 Felony

  2. Official Misconduct, Level 6 Felony

  3. Ghost Employment, Level 6 Felony

  4. Conspiracy to Commit Theft, Level 6 Felony

  5. Theft, Class A Misdemeanor

  • Susan M. Broshears, 50, Boonville, IN

  1. Corrupt Business Influence, Level 5 Felony

  2. Official Misconduct, Level 6 Felony

  3. Ghost Employment, Level 6 Felony

  4. Conspiracy to Commit Theft, Level 6 Felony

  5. Theft, Class A Misdemeanor 

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

Detroit man arrested on Intimidation charge

On January 24, 2024, at 9:50 p.m. Gibson County Central Dispatch received a 911 report of a disturbance at Warehouse 11 located at 911 East 525 South.  Multiple law enforcement officers were dispatched to the scene to investigate the incident.  Upon arriving deputies separated all parties and began an investigation into the incident.  During the investigation it was discovered that 19 year old Terrance Burwell of Detroit, Michigan had made a threats against the staff and employees of Warehouse 11.  At the conclusion of his investigation Deputy Bart Wagner placed Mr. Burwell into custody and transported him to the Gibson County Jail. 
 
Assisting Deputy Wagner in his investigation was Sgt. Loren Barchett and Deputy Wyatt Hunt. 
 
All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until, and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.