On December 4, 2025, at 12:14 a.m. Gibson County Central Dispatch received 911 report of a woman in labor at the Flying J. Truck Stop located at 844 E. 1250 South near Haubstadt. Deputy Levi Sims, who was on routine patrol, happened to be at the intersection of Interstate 64 and US 41 heard the initial call go out and went to find the family. Upon arriving at the business Deputy Sims was flagged down by the father. Gibson County Central Dispatch reported that Deputy Sims had arrived within a minute of the Fire and Ambulance crews being dispatched. Ultimately Deputy Sims delivered the child placing it in the arms of the mother while he tied the umbilical cord.
Upon arriving Haubstadt Fire and a Gibson County Ambulance took over care when they arrived. The young family was transported to an Evansville area hospital to continue medical care and to celebrate this Christmas miracle.
At 8:15 a.m. The Gibson County Sheriff’s Office received a “Commend an Officer” report from the young mother who stated:
“This morning on December 4th an officer arrived at the Denny’s truck stop to help me and my fiancé bring our second daughter into the world. It was so hectic, and we were so tired, but we are so grateful for him! He did an amazing job helping!”
RMC Stores Hosting Special Friday Shopping Day
Tomorrow’s Christmas Uptown in Mt. Carmel is sponsored by the Wabash County Retail Merchants Committee in an effort to attract holiday shoppers to town. To help spur shopping even more tomorrow, Christmas Uptown spokesman Terry Beckerman says the Secret Santa Day is back for a third year…
The easiest way to find out what’s going on tomorrow and where all of the events can be found is downloading the Christmas Uptown app on your Apple and Android devices. Christmas Uptown is tomorrow from 4 to 9pm.
Mt. Carmel Senior Earns Full Ride To Harvard
Mount Carmel High School senior Aiden McBroom has earned a historic academic honor. On December 1st, McBroom was named a QuestBridge National College Match Scholar, receiving a full four-year scholarship to Harvard College.
According to school officials, McBroom is believed to be the first student in MCHS history to attend an Ivy League university. The scholarship covers the complete cost of attendance at Harvard—including tuition, housing, meals, fees, and other expenses.
McBroom, a first-generation, low-income student, says the opportunity is life-changing and made possible by the support of his family, teachers, and the Mount Carmel community.
At Harvard, he plans to study mathematics and philosophy with hopes of entering the field of quantitative finance. McBroom also runs a local tutoring and music-lesson business and is active in tennis, scholar bowl, and the CEO program.
Photo Credit: Aiden McBroom Facebook Page
Evansville Man Faces Various Charges Following Wabash County Traffic Stop
On November 28, 2025, at approximately 2052 hours, a Wabash County Sheriff’s Deputy conducted a traffic stop on Highway 1 South for a traffic violation.
During the stop, the driver—Jordan T. Emery, 34, of Evansville, Indiana—was found to have an outstanding Wabash County warrant. Further investigation led to additional charges.
Emery was charged with:
Possession of Methamphetamine
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Aggravated Unlawful Use of a Weapon
Unlawful Possession of a Weapon
Unlawful Possession of Ammunition
Emery was transported to the Wabash County Jail, where he remains in custody.
A detention hearing was held on December 2, 2025, during which it was determined that Emery would be held over for trial.
Cold Temps Prompt Reminder From Fire Commissioner
Temperatures are expected to dip into the teens tonight and tomorrow nights. And with the colder temperatures comes a reminder from Mt. Carmel fire commissioner Susan Zimmerman…
High temperatures aren’t expected to return to normal until the middle of next week.
Taxpayers Not Wasting Any Time Paying Taxes
After receiving their property tax bills in the last week, Wabash County taxpayers haven’t wasted any time getting their taxes paid as Treasurer Angela Broster reported to the county board on Monday…
The first installment of taxes is due January 9th while the second installment is due February 9th.
County Clerk Janet Will is reminding all Wabash County taxing bodies that their tax levies must be filed with her office on or before December 30th.
Princeton man arrested twice during one shift for Invasion of Privacy
On December 2, 2025, at 1:32 p.m. Gibson County Sheriff’s Deputies served a protective order on 30-year-old Alexander Slagle barring him from returning to a residence in the 1200 block of North Main Street in Princeton. At 3:33 p.m. Gibson County Central Dispatch received a report that Mr. Slagle was at the residence that he was prohibited from being at. Upon arriving Deputy Wyatt Huntt found Mr. Slagle on the porch of the residence with the court order still in his pocket. At that point Deputy Hunt placed Mr. Slagle into custody and transported to the Gibson County Detention Center where he was charged with Invasion of Privacy. Mr. Slagle posted a bond and was rearrested at the residence at 11:05 p.m. He is currently being held without bond.
Deputy Hunt was assisted in his investigations by Deputies Wes Baumgart, Eric Powell, and Sgt. Loren Barchett.
All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Hazelton Father Arrested for OWI while Transporting Two Children
Knox County – Tuesday evening, December 2, at approximately 5:08 p.m., Knox County Sheriff’s Deputies and Indiana State Police stopped a vehicle on US 50 near Gray Barn Road for speeding and for nearly striking two other vehicles. The driver was identified as Jaret VanPatten, 27, of Hazelton. While talking to the driver, officers detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage. VanPatten also displayed signs of impairment. VanPatten’s four-year-old daughter and six-year-old son were also in the vehicle. VanPatten was transported to Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes where officers continued their investigation and determined VanPatten was impaired. He was arrested for several criminal charges and transported to the Knox County Jail where he is currently being held on bond. While at the hospital, VanPatten was also arrested for disorderly conduct. Toxicology is pending.
VanPatten’s two children were released to a relative.
Arrested and Charges:
Jaret VanPatten, 27, Hazelton, IN
Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated with Passengers less than 18 years of age, Level 6 Felony
Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated, Class A Misdemeanor
Neglect of a Dependent, Level 6 Felony
Disorderly Conduct, Class B Misdemeanor
Arresting Officer: Trooper Tanner Hurley, Indiana State Police
Assisting Agency: Knox County Sheriff’s Office
Washington man arrested for driving while suspended
On December 2, 2025, at 9:55 a.m. Gibson County Central Dispatch received a 911 report of a slide off on County Road 350 East near County Road 250 South. Deputy Bart Wagner was dispatched to the scene and found a Gold 2024 Toyota Camry had slid off the roadway and was stuck in the mud. During a brief investigation into the incident Deputy Wagner discovered that the driver, 20-year-old Quan Boyde’s license was suspended on a prior driving while suspended conviction. At that point Deputy Wagner placed Mr. Boyde into custody and transported him to the Gibson County Detention Center where he was charged with Driving While Suspended/Prior.
All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
Disturbance call leads to arrest of Owensville man
On December 2, 2025, at 12:01 a.m. Gibson County Central Dispatch received a report of a disturbance at a residence in the 6000 block of Thompson Lane near Owensville. Multiple law enforcement officers were dispatched to the scene and upon arriving Princeton Officer Ben Kiesel and Ben Michel got into a struggle with 23-year-old Chyle Linxwiler who was one of the people involved in the disturbance. When Deputy Levi Sims arrived on scene, he placed Mr. Linxwiler into custody and began an investigation into the incident. After speaking with the parties involved it was determined that Mr. Linxwiler had allegedly taken a cell phone belonging to another family member without their permission. Once the investigation was completed Deputy Sims transported Mr. Linxwiler to the Gibson County Detention Center where he was charged with Theft and Resisting Law Enforcement.
Owensville Police Officer Steven Parker also assisted in this investigation.
All criminal defendants are to be presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
