Martin County JOURNAL Year 12, Issue 17 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 28, 2021 Nine Pages

Martin County JOURNAL Year 12, Issue 17 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 28, 2021 Nine pages

-Photo provided -Photo provided by Shoals High School Yearbook Class Shown above are the LHS Seniors in the Class of 2021 who were honored Sun- Shown above are the 2021 Shoals High School Prom Royalty. From left to day at the Tri Kappa Top 10 Academic Dinner, held at the Family Life Center of right are Prince Mason Fisher, Princess Jayleigh Harger, Queen Brooke Dobson, the Loogootee United Methodist Church. In the front row, from left to right, are and King Levi Pendley. Macy McAtee, Sara Street, Matthew Poole, Kalea Fleming, and Shealyn Arthur. In the back row, from left to right, are Jaelyn Walker, Isabelle Waggner, Maken- Shoals Prom held last weekend zie VanHoy, Asia Crim, and Adie Nolley. The 2021 Junior-Senior Prom was held Dinner was catered by Carla’s Cater- Saturday, April 24. A theme of black, red, ing. Prom goers had beef brisket, stuffed and gold was used to depict “A Night in chicken breast, red potatoes, green beans, Loogootee High School Top Hollywood”. Grand march began at 6 macaroni and cheese, a salad, and a dinner p.m. in the school gymnasium. Sopho- roll. There were also a variety of dessert 10 honored by Tri Kappa more Class President Avaley Braun, and cakes available. Iced tea, lemonade, and The 12th Annual Tri Kappa Top 10 spoke of the work that Tri Kappa does her escort, Sophomore Wyatt Asbell, in- water were available for drinking options. Academic Dinner was held Sunday, promoting charity, culture and educa- troduced 96 students and guests as they Brooklyn Morrow Photography provid- April 25 in the Family Life Center of the tion. Donations are given annually to Ri- showed off their evening wear. ed photography services to prom guests Loogootee United Methodist Church. ley Hospital for Children and in Martin The juniors and seniors voted on the and their dates. DJ Charlie Rollins kept Members of the local Tri Kappa chapter County, especially to the school systems day of prom as they entered the school the dance floor alive as he played a wide hosted the event to honor the top ten ac- including a scholarship and Valedictori- for prince, princess, king, and queen. Se- variety of songs, some of which were re- ademic students in the Loogootee Junior/ an and Salutatorian Awards. The funds nior Adam Sukup, the 2020 prom prince, quested by the students. Senior High School Class of 2021. Also for the donations are raised through the crowned Mason Fisher, son of Dana Honorees in the Class of 2021 and their attending were the parents of the students birthday calendar and assorted nut proj- Gilbert, the 2021 prom prince. Senior guests who attended beginning with class as well as the mentor chosen by each stu- ects the chapter conducts each fall. Brooke Dobson, the 2020 prom princess, officers: Senior Class President Kaydence dent – someone who had greatly influ- Following the blessing given by past crowned Jayleigh Harger, daughter of Ca- Sutton and Reece Sherrill, Vice Presi- enced them in their lives. chapter President Barb McFeaters, mem- leb and Cammie Sanders, the 2021 prom dent Mallory Waggoner and Treasurer Audrey Robinson, co-chairman of the bers served a meal of salad, rosemary princess. Junior Class Vice President Hadleigh Scott, Secretary Brooke Dob- dinner, served as emcee. President Katie chicken, roasted potatoes, green beans Cheaney Archer crowned Levi Pendley, son and Levi Pendley, Historian Olivia Milligan welcomed everyone. Robinson (See ‘TOP 10’ on page 2) son of Steven and Becky Pendley, the Alcorn and Clay Brett, William Brown 2021 prom king. Junior Class President and Kylie Murray, Ty Downey and Alex- Jayleigh Harger crowned Brooke Dob- is Rush, Austin Gilbert and Taylor Scalf, son, the daughter of Rick Dobson and Aaron Greene and Seara Baker, Alyssa Melissa Dobson, the 2021 prom queen. Howell and Jaymison Waggoner, Ashton Following the Grand March ceremo- Knepp and Emma Hert, Sean Lents and nies, family and friends were able to offer Maddy Ping, Shyann Smith and Jocelyn congratulations and take pictures with the Davis, Noah Stoll and Neeley Correll, prom attendees, who then enjoyed dining, Adam Sukup and Kaley Roush, Shyla socializing, and dancing until 10 p.m. Taylor and Richard Pate, Raky Tincher Place cards, hand-written by Lydia Cook, and Abby Lane, Fayth Warren and Isaiah allowed the prom goers to find their ta- Baylis, Cassidy Witt and J.D. Troutman, ble assignments. The tables, covered with Justiam Wright and Hallie Wyman, and black tablecloths, were decorated with a Austin Payne and Holly Arthur. variety of Hollywood-themed centerpiec- Members of the Class of 2020 and their es. Each place was set with a classy, but guests beginning with class officers were: modern, black tumbler for a keepsake. Junior Class President Jayleigh Harg- Loogootee High School er and Dreyson Caldwell, Vice Presi- dent Cheaney Archer and Dallas Brett, back to virtual learning Secretary Ashten Tedrow and Matthew Loogootee High School is back to vir- Day, Treasurer Abby Sorrells and An- tual learning today after a high number of drew Newland, Historian Bailee Jones students tested positive for COVID-19. and Ele Neely, Class Representative High school students will be working Haley Fischer and Lance Asbell, Class Beautification donation -Photo by Courtney Hughett virtually from home the rest of this week Representative Xaviara Fuartado and The Loogootee Knights of Columbus donated $500 to the Loogootee Beautifi- and Wednesday of next week. Students Nic Spurgeon, Class Representative cation Board on Tuesday. The donation was in honor of Jason and Pam Lough- will do 50/50 in-person and virtual learn- Zeke Wells, Warren Salmon and Bren- miller who have helped the KofC with their fundraisers. Shown above, from left ing on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and don Jones, Levi Albright and Kori Red- to right, are Lonnie Hawkins, with Loogootee Knights of Columbus; Beauti- Friday next week. Classes will resume man, Jackson Allbright and Madison fication Board Members Pam Loughmiller, Roger Downey, Amber Gilbertson, in-person on Monday, May 10. (See ‘PROM’ on page 2) Jessica Potts, Trenton Scott and Mayor Noel Harty. www.martincountyjournal.com ~ [email protected] ~ 812-259-4309 ~ Fax: 888-380-2761 ~ P.O. Box 148, Loogootee, IN 47553 Page 2 MARTIN COUNTY JOURNAL Wednesday, April 28, 2021 PROM ry Bruan, Principal Kindra Hovis, Mrs. TOP 10 (Continued from page one) (Continued from page one) Loogootee High School Superinten- Jones, Aiden Armstrong and Emily Hall, Jessica Hert, Mrs. Audrey Gibson, Mrs. and a roll prepared by co-chairman Kathy dent Chip Mehaffey attended the event. Juan Asbury and Sarah Fletcher, Kaden Debbie Howell, Mrs. Amanda Heckard, Lingenfelter and her committee. An as- He thanked Tri Kappa for their continued Berger and Gracie Shaw, Josh Clifton Mrs. Charlene Briendenbaugh, Miss Erin sortment of desserts made by chapter support of this event and thanked the stu- and Alysse Wadsworth, Jazmyne Cooper Cage, Mrs. Kim Perry, Miss Suzi Scott, members were also served. Guests dined dents for their excellent academics. and Keegan Brock, Mason Fisher, Ma- Miss Kacey Jones, Mr. Ben Wilkerson, at decorated tables accented in black and Before Sunday’s dinner, the students lin Haviland and Abbi Haviland, Emily Miss Kelley Wellman, Mrs. Cammie gold and included pictures of the honored had been asked to write a letter to the Jones and Emily Harding, Jaden Jones Sanders, and their guests. students. person whom they had chosen as their and Mallorie Sutton, Hailey Justus and The Post Prom, hosted by junior and The honored students, their parents and mentor telling them why they had made Brydon McKibben, Danela McCarty and senior class parents, was held at Shoals their chosen mentors were, respectively, a positive influence on them. The letter Brayden Elliot, LaRissa McKibben and High School and was a “Small Town Shealyn Arthur, Scott and Marci Arthur, was included on a framed Certificate of Myles Hayden, Carter Roush and Bren- Throw Down” carnival theme. Mentor Scott Arthur; Asia Crim, Adam Appreciation which was presented to the na Wade, Ava Smith and Eli Stoll, Darcy The Shoals Juniors class and Prom and Carlye Crim, Mentor Brenda Ed- mentor as a gift after being read by the Soke and Corbin Pirlot, Ashlyn Troutman Sponsors, Jessica Hert and Audrey Gib- wards; Kalea Fleming, Charles and Mi- student at the dinner. and Clayton Hearth, Kelton Williams son, would like to thank Doug Wagoner, chele Fleming, Mentor Bill Riley; Macy On behalf of the chapter, President and Sheridan Robbins, and Remington Roger Wraley, Jolene’s Decorating, Car- McAtee, Mike and Cindy McAtee, Men- Katie Milligan presented each of the stu- Wright and Mackenzie Bush. la’s Catering, DJ Charlie, Brooklyn Mor- tor Brian Whitney; Adie Nolley, Dennis dents with a large, personalized laundry Shoals High School Administration row Photography, the sophomore clean-up and Gina Nolley, Mentor Teresa Nolley; bag for college and a copy of the Certifi- and faculty and guest in attendance were: crew, Chastian’s Flowers and the Shoals Matthew Poole, Brandon and Julie Poole, cate of Appreciation given to their men- Superintendent Candace Roush, School faculty and administrators for their assis- Mentor Terri Smith; Sara Street, Rob and tor. Board Members Jenell Hoffman and Jer- tance creating a successful 2021 Prom. Dee Dee Street, Mentor Shelley Christ- Katie closed the dinner by congrat- mas, Makenzie VanHoy, Tom and Leslie ulating the students on their academic VanHoy, Mentor Leslie VanHoy, Isabelle achievements in high school and wishing Waggner, Nathan and Amy Wagner, them the best in the future from the mem- Mentor Tom Rupert, Jaelyn Walker, Will bers of the Loogootee-Shoals Delta Tau CLASSIFIED ADS and Jill Walker, Mentor Ashley Graber. Chapter of Tri Kappa. HELP WANTED ~LETTERS TO THE EDITOR~ ‘50 young men and women from Give us a call at your town hall for more Shoals High School volunteered’ information at 812-247-2110. To the editor of the Martin County Cary D. Albright HELP WANTED Journal, Shoals Town Council President Full-Time Maintenance/Repair Position at On behalf of the Town of Shoals, we Sierra Rutledge thank the Shoals High School for pro- Town of Shoals Clerk-Treasurer IDNR Martin State Forest moting and allowing their students to participate in “Jug Rox Makes a Differ- ‘The Legion assists local veter- Apply at https://workforindiana.in.gov/ ence Day”. Under the approval of Dr. ans in time of need’ Search key word: 196561. Roush, and direction of Mr. Kent, Mrs. To the editor of the Martin County Gibson and Mrs. Hovis, more than 50 Journal, young men and women from Shoals The Loogootee American Legion, Post High School volunteered more than 300 120, is grateful to all those that have hours on April 14 to improve the Town supported or donated to the local Post in of Shoals. the form of memorials, purchased meals This group of young men and wom- from our barbeques and fish fries, - be Production Team Member en picked up a bicycle and recliner plus come a member of the Legion, or joined over 45 large bags of trash in and around us during an open house. the Shoals area. They swept Main Street, The Legion assists local veterans in Jasper Rubber Products is a 100% employee‐owned filling a front loader tractor with street time of need, but also supports school, company providing steady employment for all debris. They applied over 10 gallons of civic, and athletic events, sponsors Little employee owners. We currently have openings on paint, painting curbs and parking areas, League and other non-profit activities. all three shifts in our Manufacturing areas. including over 15 fire hydrants. They Although the local members of Post also painted areas in our ballpark in need 120 participate in activities such as pa- 1st shift: 6:00 am ‐ 2:00 pm of repair and updating. Multiple bags rades and public social events, one of our 2nd shift: 2:00 pm ‐ 10:00 pm of mulch were used to update the town greatest responsibilities and privilege is 3rd shift: 10:00 pm ‐ 6:00 am hall and ballpark area along with plant- to honor veterans of all branches of ser- ing flowers. They also assisted town em- vice at the time of death. Post 120 also Jasper Rubber Products ployees with labor-intensive jobs such as conducts Memorial Day Services at ten meter reading and sweeping. This was a cemeteries, recognizing the sacrifice and 1010 First Avenue community-wide effort. duty past veterans have given in service Jasper, IN 47546 We thank The Jug Rox Cafe for provid- to our country, so that these veterans will www.jasperrubber.com ing lunch. never be forgotten. Equal Opportunity Employer Please put in your phone a reminder American Legion Post 120 members for next April to help support this event. Loogootee, Indiana Martin County Sheriff’s Office is Celebrate Mom accepting applications to fill open FULL AND PART-TIME this Mother’s Day DISPATCHER POSITIONS Successful applicants will serve as Dispatchers for Martin County and will be Sunday, May 9th responsible for receiving incoming emergency and non-emergency calls, dis- patching information to appropriate response units, and maintaining various computer records. Mother’s Pendant or Ring Applications: with up to five birthstones To be considered for an open position, interested candidates are encouraged to pick-up an application at the Martin County Sheriff’s Office: 318 Capital Avenue, Shoals, IN 47581. PLUS get a FREE Spa Treatment Requirements: Only 1. Must be a citizen of the United States from Pause with Paula and a 2. Must be at least 18 years of age Mother’s Day card with purchase $ .00 3. Must have a high school diploma or GED of $149 or more 159 4. Must not have any Felony, Misdemeanor Battery or Domestic Violence convictions 5. Must be willing to submit to pre-employment drug screening 3770 N . Newton Street 6. Ability and willingness to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends and some holidays Jasper, IN 47546 Compensation: (812) 482-4833 Full-time Dispatchers: $13.36 per hour/40 hour work week www.disinger.com Part-time Dispatchers: $12.00 per hour/ up to 28 hours per week Advancement opportunities are available Hours: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri. 9:30 am–5:30 pm; Wed. 9:30 am–7 pm; Sat. 9:30 am–3 pm; Sun. Closed Obituaries Page 3 MARTIN COUNTY JOURNAL Wednesday, April 28, 2021 MILDRED LONG MICHAEL HOVIS on of State Road, North Carolina; his tee and Michael, Jordan, and Mariah of Mildred L. Long passed away Sunday Michael E. Hovis passed away Friday sons, James (Megan) Venters and Joshua State Road, North Carolina; and many April 25, 2021 at her home. A resident April 23, 2021 at his residence with his (Amy) Venters, both of Loogootee; his nieces and nephews. of Loogootee, she family by his side. A resident of Shoals, sisters, Brenda (Garry) Thomason of Mt A graveside service was held Friday was 78. he was 63. Vernon, Illinois; Veda (Tony) Berry of April 23 for family and friends at Good- She was born He was born De- Bridgepoint, Illinois; and Betty Francis will Cemetery in Loogootee, with Den- December 7, 1942 cember 28, 1957 Betancourt of Washington; his brothers, ver Craft officiating. in Washington; in El Paso, Texas; Bill (Janet) Venters of Cisne, Illinois; Online condolences can be made at daughter of the late son of Alva H. and Steve (Dorothy) Venters of Fairfield, Il- www.blakefuneralhomes.com. Arrange- Dewey and Mil- Mary Jane (How- linois; his grandchildren, Josh Jr., Luke, ments provided by Blake Funeral Home dred L. (Evans) ell) Hovis. Hannah, Jacob, and Kaelynn of Loogoo- in Loogootee. Hawkins. Mike was a gift- Mildred enjoyed ed heavy equip- MILDRED LONG coloring, cross- ment operator. He Making A Difference word puzzles, and reading The Shoals MIKE HOVIS worked for differ- News. She liked to go to town, go to yard ent companies over the years including sales, and playing with her cats. Toltest and Maven Construction and She is preceded in death by her hus- Environmental. Mike loved music, es- By Curt Johnson band, Charles W. Long; her son, Dewey pecially Rock and Roll and was consid- MCCF Director W. Long; her parents, Dewey and Mil- ered a Music Historian by his family and dred Hawkins; her grandchild, Jennifer friends for always knowing lyrics, facts, -- PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE -- You should pass on the names, phone Sergent; her great grandchild Anna Long, and stories about the songs he loved. He Have you ever thought about how many numbers, addresses and emails of your and her brother, Jim Hawkins. was a generous man and an animal lov- years you work to accumulate assets, that personal advisors. These people can in- Mildred is survived by her children, er. Mike will be deeply missed by his you could spend 20-30 years conserving clude your physicians, clergy, attorney, Donna K. (Ricky) Sergent and David friends and family. what you’ve accumulated, and then that financial advisors, and insurance agents. (Starletta) Long; grandchildren, Ricky Mike is preceded in death by his father, it only takes a few hours or less to plan And there are key people (and alter- (Stacy) Sergent, Samatha (Josh) Flick, Alva H. Hovis. for the distribution of the assets after you nates) that you need to identify in your Charles Anthony (Tiffani) Sergent, Tra- He is survived by his wife, Cheryl are gone? With good planning, a won- planning. One is the executor of your vis Ray Sergent, Ashley (Paul) Steiner, Wells Hovis; his daughter, Alexandria derful chapter in your book of life can be will; this person should be responsible Cody (Megan) Long, Chris (Makaylee) Gerkin; his mother, Jane Hovis; his sib- completed. and trustworthy. If you have children, Long, Kyle Long, Alexis Long, and Vic- lings, Alan Hovis, Kim Hovis, and Karol But with not enough planning, that who would you want to be their Guardian toria Long; great grandchildren, Addy Hovis; his mother-in-law, Brenda Wells; last chapter can be burdensome for your if both you and your spouse die? A trust Sergent, Aiden Sergent, Chase Sergent, his father-in-law, Ferrell Wells; his broth- family members. So, spend some time officer may also be needed to carry out Noah Sergent, Benjamin Flick, Dakota er-in-law, Terry Wells; and many nieces, putting your affairs in order and have the provisions of your trust; this could be Long, Emalynn Long, Braylee Long, and nephews, cousins, and friends. the satisfaction of knowing you’ve taken the same person as your executor. Elena Long, sibling, Bob Hawkins, and A celebration of life will be held at a steps to more smoothly close your book -- POWER OF ATTORNEYS – many nieces and nephews. later date. of life and pass it on to your loved ones. While you are planning for your future Funeral services will be held Saturday Online condolences can be made at -- WHAT TO PREPARE -- after you leave, you should also identi- May 1 at 1 p.m. at Blake Funeral Home www.blakefuneralhomes.com. Blake Fu- So, what kind of information do you fy your power of attorneys for while you in Loogootee. Burial will follow at Mt. neral Home is honored to serve the fami- need to document or prepare? I’ve talk- are still here. They will be empowered to Union Cemetery. ly of Mike Hovis. ed before about wills, which are a key make key decisions for you in the event Visitation will be held Saturday May component of your plan. Aside from that, you are unable. 1 from noon until the time of service at EDGER VENTERS, JR. there are a lot of things you’re amassed You should select a power of attorney Blake Funeral Home. Edger C. Venters Jr. went home to be over your lifetime that are important to for healthcare for decisions which could Online condolences can be made at with his Lord Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at pass on. Some items seem so matter-of- include operations or other major health- www.blakefuneralhomes.com. Arrange- 10:15 p.m. at his fact that many don’t think about putting care decisions. A power of attorney for ments provided by Blake Funeral Home home. A resident of them down on paper. finances will have the legal authority to in Loogootee. Loogootee, he was -- ITEMS TO CONSIDER -- buy, sell and manage your property and 68. “Every day” information about you provide for your health care. IMOGENE POWELL He was born in and your family is important (i.e., mar- -- THEN WHAT -- Imogene Ruth Powell passed away Fairfield, Illinois riage(s) and dates, Social Security Num- Once you have all your information Tuesday, April 20, 2021, at StoneBridge on November 3, bers, birth dates, phone numbers, etc). recorded, transfer your documentation to Health Campus in 1952; son of Edg- And then, of course, there are all the an attorney. They will review your plan Bedford. A resident er C. Sr. and Addie assets that you’ve accumulated such as and prepare any other needed documents. of Orleans, she was Lorene (Harrison) land, stock/bonds, certificates of depos- Once you review those documents, sign 93. EDGER Venters. it, other investments, bank accounts, and them and rest well knowing that you She was born VENTERS JR. Edger was the any insurance policies, which include have provided for those you love. October 15, 1927, oldest son of eleven children. He mar- life, medical, disability or real estate -- MORE INFORMATION -- in Martin Coun- ried Kathryn Isaacs Venters on January insurances. And have you created any If you would like to hear more about ty; the daughter 25, 1971 in Fairfield, Illinois. Edger at- trusts that need documented? On the oth- planning for YOUR future, please con- of Joseph O. and tended church at Full Gospel Chapel at er side of your assets, you also need to tact the MCCF Director, Curt Johnson, Ruby C. (Bridges) Washington. He loved his grandchildren document any liabilities. at 812-295-1022 or [email protected]. IMOGENE Barlow. She mar- and his family. Edger enjoyed reading his -- WHERE IS IT -- We have planning guides and informa- POWELL ried George Rob- bible, hunting, and fishing. He was em- Be sure to leave a record of where all tion that can walk your through the pro- ert “Bob” Powell on April 17, 1948, and ployed by Isaacs Sawmill of Loogootee your key documents are located. Think cess. he preceded her in death on August 13, for 12 years. Edger worked in the tim- about your birth and marriage certifi- You are also welcome to visit our web- 2013. ber and sawmill business since 1970 and cates, passports, tax returns, wills and page at www.cfpartner.org and “like” the Imogene was a homemaker and a owned and operated his own timber and trusts, deeds, funeral instructions, safety MCCF Facebook page at www.facebook. member of Liberty Baptist Church. sawmill from 1980-2004. deposit box, etc. And with today’s In- com/mccommunityfoundation. She is survived by sons, David Pow- He is preceded in death by his oldest ternet, you need to document your user- ell, Barry (Judy) Powell, Darryl (Mol- son, Donald Colemen Venters; his par- names and passwords for any online ac- Serving Martin County ly) Powell, and Michael (Deb) Powell, ents, three sisters, and two brothers. counts so that your loved ones can have all of Mitchell; eight grandchildren, 15 Edger is survived by his wife, Kay access to them. Since 1937! great-grandchildren and two great-great Venters; his daughter Lisa (David) Nix- -- WHO IS NEEDED -- grandchildren. Her parents; husband; and siblings, Dale Barlow, Robert Barlow, and JoAnn ALFORDSVILLE! Walther preceded her in death. Great location in Barr Reeve A funeral service was held Friday, School District for this like April 23, at Liberty Baptist Church with new 2014 manufactured David Powell officiating. Burial followed in Liberty Baptist Cemetery. home with 3 bedroom, 2 bath. Open living, dining, and kitch- Ask us about the Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation advantage of pre-arranging! Center was in charge of arrangements. en area, split bedrooms floor MLS#202101837 plan. Very nice, covered open Advertise front deck on approx 1/3 acre in the lot. $169,900 Martin County Journal CALL MELISSA Email courtney@ 812-617-0133 martincountyjournal.com 1704 E Natl Hwy Washington, IN 47501 Shoals • 812-247-3101 Court & Cops Page 5 MARTIN COUNTY JOURNAL Wednesday, April 28, 2021 Martin County Sheriff’s Department log MONDAY, APRIL 19 sponded. poral Barnett, Haysville Fire, ISP Trooper Martin County Ambulance responded. 1:20 a.m. - Received a report of a prowl- 9:20 a.m. - Received a report of a truck Wilson, Martin County Ambulance, and The subject was transported to Daviess er in Loogootee. Deputy Flanagan re- with a leaky load on US 50 near Shoals. the Martin County Coroner responded. Community Hospital. sponded. Deputy Seymour responded. 12:29 p.m. - Corporal Barnett and ISP 5:35 p.m. - Received a request for an 1:32 a.m. - Received a request for a 9:48 a.m. - Deputy Seymour took three Trooper Beaver assisted a disabled motor- ambulance in Loogootee. Martin County welfare check in Loogootee. Deputy Fla- inmates to court. ist near Shoals. Ambulance responded. nagan, Loogootee Sergeant McBeth, and 10:31 a.m. - Received a report of an 2:30 p.m. - Received a report of a theft 8:36 p.m. - Received a request for an Martin County Ambulance responded. accident in Shoals. Corporal Barnett re- in Shoals. Corporal Barnett responded. ambulance in Loogootee. Martin County The subject was transported to Jasper Me- sponded. 3:08 p.m. - Received a request for an Ambulance transported the subject to Jas- morial Hospital. 12:34 p.m. - Received a cat complaint ambulance in Shoals. Shoals Fire and per Memorial Hospital. 11:10 a.m. - Received a dog complaint near Shoals. Animal Control Officer in Loogootee. Animal Control Officer Hughett was notified. Martin County real estate transfers Hughett was notified. 1:00 p.m. - Deputy Seymour took two Judith E. Sheetz, of Martin County, 22, and a part of the southwest quarter 12:40 p.m. - Received a request for an inmates to court. Indiana to Levi K. Graber and Paul J. of Section 23, all in Township 4 North, ambulance west of Shoals. Martin County 1:08 p.m. - Received a report of a dis- Graber, of Daviess County, Indiana, part Range 3 West, Mitcheltree Township, Ambulance transported the subject to Jas- abled vehicle east of Loogootee. Corporal of the southeast quarter of Section 28, Martin County, Indiana, containing 1.369 per Memorial Hospital. Barnett responded. Township 4 North, Range 3 West, con- acres, more or less. TUESDAY, APRIL 20 2:00 p.m. - Deputy Seymour took one taining 3.97 acres, more or less. Jeffery D. Hough, of Martin County, 4:35 a.m. - Received a request for an inmate to court. Michael L. Fields and Vicki L. Fields, Indiana to William T. Reynolds and ambulance north of Shoals. Martin Coun- 8:12 p.m. - Received a report of a do- of Marion County, Indiana to David Linsy A. Reynolds, of Martin County, ty Ambulance and Indian Creek Fire re- mestic near Loogootee. Deputy Lents re- J. Leveque and Kelly D. Leveque, of Indiana, a part of the southeast quarter sponded. The subject was transported to sponded. Lawrence County, Indiana, a part of the of the southeast quarter of Section 12, IU Health in Bedford. FRIDAY, APRIL 23 northeast quarter of the southwest quar- Township 1 North, Range 5 West, Mar- 10:52 a.m. - Deputy Seymour took one 1:55 a.m. - Received a report of a do- ter of Section 28, Township 2 North, tin County, Indiana, containing 6.7 acres, inmate to court. mestic dispute east of Shoals. Captain Range 3 West, Lost River Township, more or less. 10:55 a.m. - Received a report of a Reed and Deputy Flanagan responded. Martin County, Indiana, containing 20 Wilmer E. Knepp, of Daviess County, domestic dispute in Loogootee. Major 10:18 a.m. - Received a report of a acres, more or less. Indiana to Wilmer E. Knepp, Robert L. Keller, Loogootee Chief Floyd, and Loo- suspicious vehicle south of Loogootee. Rita Miller, of Martin County, Indiana Knepp and Donnie Knepp, of Daviess gootee Captain Hennette responded. Corporal Barnett and Deputy Seymour to Robert J. Whaley and Ruth A. Wha- County, Indiana, a part of the southwest 12:32 p.m. - Deputy Seymour took one responded. ley, of Martin County, Indiana, Lot One quarter of the southeast quarter of Sec- inmate to court. 12:56 p.m. - Deputy Seymour took one in Doe Run Subdivision. tion 10, Township 2 North, Range 4 West, 1:30 p.m. - Deputy Seymour took one inmate to court. Amanda D. Sorrells n/k/a Amanda Center Township, Martin County, Indi- inmate to court. 1:26 p.m. - Received a request for an D. Pennington, of Martin County, Indi- ana, containing 15 acres, more or less. 3:40 p.m. - Received a request for an ambulance north of Shoals. Martin Coun- ana to Scott W. Pennington and Aman- Stewart E. Blake, of Martin County, ambulance in Loogootee. Martin County ty Ambulance responded but did not da D. Pennington, of Martin County, Indiana to Harvest Health Properties, Ambulance transported the subject to Jas- transport. Indiana, a part of the southeast quarter of LLC, Lots Numbered 127, 128 and 129 per Memorial Hospital. 2:57 p.m. - Received a request for a Section 20, Township 3 North, Range 3 in the Town, now City of Loogootee, In- 4:03 p.m. - Received a dog complaint welfare check south of Loogootee. Corpo- West, containing 2.1 acres, more or less. diana. More commonly known as 300 E. north of Shoals. Animal Control Officer ral Barnett and Deputy Lents responded. Also, a part of the southeast quarter of Broadway Street, Loogootee IN 47553. Hughett was notified. 3:19 p.m. - Received a request for an Section 20, Township 3 North, Range 3 Michael D. Beasley, of Martin Coun- 5:45 p.m. - Received an animal com- ambulance in Loogootee. Martin County West, containing 2 acres, more or less. ty, Indiana to Dustin Decker, of Daviess plaint in Loogootee. Animal Control Offi- Ambulance transported the subject to Jas- Christopher Lee Bearden and Ash- County, Indiana, a part of the northeast cer Hughett was notified. per Memorial Hospital. ley D. Bearden, of Martin County, Indi- quarter of the northwest quarter of Sec- 5:50 p.m. - Received a request for an 4:04 p.m. - Received a report of an ac- ana to Olexi A. Rosales and Sherry L. tion 13, Township 4 North, Range 5 West, ambulance in Loogootee. Martin County cident west of Shoals. Deputy Lents and Belloso, of Morgan County, Indiana, a Perry Township, Martin County, Indiana, Ambulance responded but did not trans- Corporal Barnett responded. part of the southeast quarter of Section containing 2.036 acres, more or less. port. 8:06 p.m. - Received a request for an 11:22 p.m. - Received a report of a tree ambulance in Loogootee. Martin County Attorney General, State Health Commissioner down on SR 150, east of Shoals. Shoals Ambulance, Deputy Lents, and Loogoo- Fire removed the tree. tee Chief Floyd responded. No one was warn of COVID-19 vaccine survey scam WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21 transported. Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita of the Indiana Attorney General’s Con- 12:18 a.m. - Captain Reed assisted a 11:41 p.m. - Received a report of reck- and State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris- sumer Protection Division offer the -fol motorist near Loogootee with their dis- less driving in Loogootee. Loogootee Po- tina Box are warning Hoosiers of a new lowing tips for consumers to identify and abled vehicle. lice responded. scam targeting consumers who have re- avoid falling victim to a scam: ceived their COVID-19 vaccine. The Of- Don’t give your financial, medical, or 2:15 a.m. - Received a report of an al- SATURDAY, APRIL 24 tercation east of Shoals on SR 650. Cap- 5:36 a.m. - Received a request for an fice of the Indiana Attorney General and personal information to anyone claiming tain Reed and Loogootee Officer Wells ambulance east of Shoals. Shoals Fire and the Indiana State Department of Health to offer money or gifts in exchange for responded. Martin County Ambulance responded. No have recently learned that consumers are your participation in a COVID-19 vaccine 3:33 a.m. - Received a report of a suspi- one was transported. reportedly receiving unsolicited emails survey. cious vehicle east of Shoals. Captain Reed 8:21 a.m. - Received a request for an and text messages asking them to com- Carefully examine any message that responded. ambulance near Shoals. Major Keller, plete a survey about the Pfizer, Moder- claims to be from a trusted source. Don’t 7:05 a.m. - Received a report of a tree Shoals Fire, Martin County Ambulance, na, or AstraZeneca vaccine. In exchange, call or use the number in the email or text. down west of Shoals. Martin County and the Martin County Coroner respond- consumers are offered a free product, but If you want to call the company that sup- Highway removed the tree. ed. asked to pay shipping and handling fees. posedly sent the message to verify its le- 10:46 a.m. - Received a dog complaint 10:30 a.m. - Received a report of a do- Instead, the scammers bill them and never gitimacy, look up its phone number online. in Loogootee. Animal Control Officer mestic dispute east of Loogootee. Major send the product. Don’t click on any links or open attach- Hughett was notified. Keller, Loogootee Assistant Chief Ray- “Hoosiers should keep their guard up, ments. Doing so could install harmful mal- 10:51 a.m. - Received a report of a reck- hill, ICO Mann, and ISP Trooper Beaver safeguard their personal information, and ware that steals your personal information less driver on US 50, east of Shoals. Major responded. take steps to avoid becoming victims of without you realizing it. Keller responded. 6:16 p.m. - Received a request for an a scam,” Attorney General Rokita said. Hoosiers are encouraged to contact the 1:55 p.m. - Received a report of an ac- ambulance in Shoals. Shoals Fire and “If you receive an unsolicited message Office of the Indiana Attorney General cident near Shoals. Town Marshal Eckert Martin County Ambulance responded. offering money or a reward related to the regarding any suspected scams or scam responded. The subject was transported to Jasper Me- COVID-19 vaccine, we encourage you to attempts. Consumers may file a complaint 2:00 p.m. - Received a report of trespass- morial Hospital. file a report with our Office’s Consumer online by visiting indianaconsumer.com or ing near Shoals. Deputy Lents responded. 6:18 p.m. - Received a report of an ac- Protection Division. Our Office relies, in by calling 1-800-382-5516. To learn more 2:20 p.m. - Major Keller assisted a mo- cident near Loogootee. Deputy Lents re- part, on consumer complaints to conduct about COVID-19 and the Indiana State torist in Loogootee with a vehicle unlock. sponded. investigations into scams and scammers.” Department of Health’s ongoing response, 3:20 p.m. - Deputy Seymour took one 9:10 p.m. - Received a report of reck- Attorney General Rokita and the Office visit www.coronavirus.in.gov/. inmate to court. less driving near Loogootee. Loogootee 3:57 p.m. - Received a medical alarm Officer Seymour responded. call in Loogootee. Martin County Ambu- SUNDAY, APRIL 25 TOY’S AUTO PARTS, INC. lance responded but did not transport. 1:59 a.m. - Received a report of a fight Loogootee Shoals Jasper Washington 4:44 p.m. - Received a report of a suspi- in Crane. Deputy Flanagan and Loogoo- (812) 295-2312 (812) 247-3321 (812) 634-2222 (812) 254-2540 cious person east of Shoals. Deputy Lents tee Police responded. responded. 2:40 a.m. - Received a report of a pos- Sullivan Martinsville Linton THURSDAY, APRIL 22 sible prowler in Loogootee. Loogootee (812) 268-5252 (765) 342-6623 (812) 847-4494 4:30 a.m. - Received a report of a possi- Police responded. Jasonville Bicknell Bloomfield ble break-in south of Loogootee. Captain 10:15 a.m. - Received a request for a (812) 665-3969 (812) 735-3545 (812) 384-4453 Reed and Loogootee Sergeant McBeth re- welfare check south of Loogootee. Cor- Page 6 MARTIN COUNTY JOURNAL Wednesday, April 28, 2021 Loogootee Police log COURT NEWS MONDAY, APRIL 19 to a residential burglar alarm on East 1:32 a.m. - Sgt. McBeth assisted the Broadway Street. CRIMINAL CONVICTIONS AND Capital One Bank vs. Jonathon Taylor, Martin County Sheriff’s Department THURSDAY, APRIL 22 SENTENCING civil collection. and Martin County EMS with a welfare 11:15 a.m. - Chief Floyd assisted a April 14 CIVIL COURT DISMISSED check. stranded motorist. Courtney E. Sutton, convicted of theft, April 20 7:20 a.m. - Assistant Chief Rayhill re- FRIDAY, APRIL 23 a Level 6 Felony. Sentenced to serve 900 Evansville Teachers Federal Credit vs. sponded to a property damage accident 3:20 p.m. - First responders were dis- days with 606 days suspended and cred- Nicholas Wathen, civil collection, dis- in Chuckles parking lot. patched to a medical call on East Broad- it for 147 actual days previously served missed. 1:45 p.m. - Assistant Chief Rayhill way Street. Captain Hennette also re- plus 147 Class A credit days. Defendant Midland Credit Management, Inc. spoke with a complainant in reference sponded. received 19 months of probation. Also vs. Jaclyn Howell, civil collection, dis- to battery. 8:05 p.m. - First responders were dis- convicted of conversion, a Class A Mis- missed. TUESDAY, APRIL 20 patched to a medical call on Southeast demeanor. Sentenced to serve 60 days CIVIL COURT JUDGMENTS 10 a.m. - Complainant reported a First Street. Chief Floyd also responded. with 0 days suspended and credit for April 20 found wallet. 11:41 p.m. - Officer Seymour complet- 30 actual days previously served plus Judgment in favor of the plaintiff Sec- 10:57 a.m. - Chief Floyd and Captain ed a welfare check. 30 Class A credit days. Also convict- ond Round Sub, LLC and against the de- Hennette responded to a domestic distur- SATURDAY, APRIL 24 ed of battery, a Class B Misdemeanor. fendant Tristan Horsting in the amount of bance at Country Place Apartments. 10:33 a.m. - Assistant Chief Rayhill Sentenced to serve 60 days with 0 days $1,059.24. 3:41 p.m. - First responders were dis- responded to a domestic dispute on Sce- suspended and credit for 30 actual days MARRIAGE LICENSES patched to a medical call on Wood Street. nic Hill Road. previously served plus 30 Class A cred- April 15 4:06 p.m. - Captain Hennette assisted a 9:12 a.m. - Officer Seymour responded it days. Also convicted of driving while Joshua D. Sexton of Shoals and Sarah resident with a found dog. to a report of a possible impaired driver suspended, a Class A Misdemeanor. E. McShane of Shoals. 5:25 p.m. - Chief Floyd completed a nearing Loogootee on US 231 North. Sentenced to serve 112 days with 0 days April 16 welfare check. SUNDAY, APRIL 25 suspended and credit for 56 actual days Emily Alice Johnson of Loogootee and WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21 1:59 a.m. - Officer Seymour assisted previously served plus 56 Class A credit Neil Adam Strange of Loogootee. 9:39 a.m. - Caller reported a theft at the Martin County Sheriff’s Department days. Chad Alan Yarrison of Montgomery Eagle Place Apartments. with a report of a battery that occurred Clayton M. Spreen, convicted of forg- and Damaris Faith Moore of Loogootee. 11:15 a.m. - Caller reported a civil in Crane. ery, a Level 6 Felony and leaving the matter. 12:00 p.m. - A caller reported a found scene of an accident, a Class B Misde- 3:54 p.m. - Caller reported found keys. item outside of their residence. meanor. Sentenced to serve 730 days 6:05 p.m. - Caller reported a possible 8:36 p.m. - First responders were with 716 days suspended and credit for ARRESTS scam on social media. dispatched to a medical call on Cedar 7 actual days previously served plus 7 TUESDAY, APRIL 20 10:22 p.m. - Sgt. McBeth responded Street. Class A credit days. Defendant received 8:16 p.m. - Dustin Joy, 27, of Jefferson 18 months of probation. County, was arrested on a Martin County CRIMINAL CHARGES DISMISSED warrant and is being held without bond. BEAUTIFULLY April 14 FRIDAY, APRIL 23 REFURBISHED: Courtney E. Sutton, four counts of 11:59 a.m. - Michael Kane, 39, of Loo- Main level includes living room gootee, was arrested by Corporal Barnett check deception, Class A Misdemeanors, with custom feature wall, dismissed; fraud on a financial institu- and charged with operating a vehicle tion, a Level 5 Felony, dismissed; forg- while intoxicated refusal, operating a kitchen with hanging pot rack, ery, a Level 6 Felony, dismissed; bur- vehicle while intoxicated endangerment, appliances, and island, glary, a Level 4 Felony, dismissed. possession of a legend drug, and posses- 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and large Clayton M. Spreen, possession of sion of paraphernalia. He is being held laundry room. Unfinished methamphetamine, a Level 6 Felony, without bond. dismissed. SATURDAY, APRIL 24 upstairs offers many CIVIL COURT 11:45 a.m. - Christopher Howell, 41, of possibilities. $110,000. New Suits Filed Loogootee, was arrested by Major Keller Call Noel. 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Church located at 330 IN-550, Wheat- the third Thursday. The hours are 8 a.m.- a wonderful neighborhood with lots of *The American Beauty Rose was de- land, IN 47597. The event will conclude noon and 1-4 p.m. neighbors and lots of things to do. Right veloped at Richmond, Indiana. at 7:45 p.m. At 6:30 p.m., the executive Mental Health Task Force next door was the Seal family – Lau- *Elkhart, Indiana, is the band instru- director of First Choice Solutions, Yolon- The Martin County Mental Health Task rence, Helen, Charles, Marietta, Mar- ment capital of the world. da Taylor, will update everyone on the Force meets on the second Wednesday of lene, and Martha. I love them like family *Johnny Appleseed is buried at Fort latest news regarding FCS and the ser- the month from 1-2 p.m. at the Communi- and miss seeing them. Marlene sent me Wayne, Indiana. vices that they provide for the local com- ty Learning Center on the Martin County the following article and I dedicate it to *Nancy Hanks Lincoln is buried in munities. Then from 6:45 to 7:30 p.m., Fairgrounds. the “good ole days.” Posey County, Indiana. the Wheatland Christian Worship Band Celebrate Recovery meetings NOW THAT I’M OLDER! *Red Skelton was born in Vincennes, will perform. Free-will donations will be Celebrate Recovery meetings will be 1. My goal for 2021 was to lose 10 Indiana. (and was a proud Hoosier ‘til the collected after the band has performed. held every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Re- pounds. Only have 14 to go. day he died!) Commissioners’ executive meeting demption Church in Loogootee. This is 2. Ate salad for dinner. Mostly croutons *Mae West and Claude Akins were The Martin County Commissioners a Christ-centered recovery program and and tomatoes. Really just one big round from Bedford, Indiana. will meet in executive session Thursday, anyone is welcome to attend. crouton covered with tomato sauce and *90 percent of the world’s popcorn is April 29, at 8:30 a.m. in the commission- Local recovery meetings cheese. FINE, it was a pizza...OK? grown in Indiana. ers’ room of the courthouse. The purpose Wednesdays-Alcoholic Anonymous, 3. A recent study has found women *The birthplace of the automobile, of the meeting is to discuss personnel re- Martin County Community Corrections who carry a little extra weight live longer the pneumatic rubber tire, the aluminum cords classified as confidential by state Building at 8 p.m.; Thursdays-Narcotics than men who mention it. casting process, stainless steel and the and federal statutes as authorized by I.C. Anonymous, Redemption Church Loo- 4. Kids today don’t know how easy first push-button car radio was in Koko- 5-14-1.5-5.1 (b)(7) and to discuss a job gootee at 8 p.m.; Fridays-Alcoholic Anon- they have it. When I was young, I had mo, Indiana. performance evaluation of an individual ymous, Loogootee Municipal Building to walk nine feet through shag carpet to *Don’t forget, breaded tenderloin sand- employee as authorized I.C. 5-14-1.5- Loogootee at 8 p.m. change the TV channel. wiches are seldom found anyplace else! 6.1(b)(9). Free lunch for kids 5. Remember back when we were kids ------New Beginnings Community Church and every time it was below zero outside, Make someone smile today! will be offering a free lunch to all school they closed school? Yeah, me neither. age children every Saturday. Lunches can 6. I may not be that funny or athletic or be picked up at the fellowship hall of the good looking or smart or talented. I for- church, located at 105 Wood St, Loogootee got where I was going with this. no later than 10:30 a.m. Deliveries will be- 7. I love aging, I learn something new gin between 10:30 and 11 a.m. Saturdays. every day and forget five other things. SOAR Tutoring ------Need Skills? SOAR tutors can help! INTERESTING FACTS ON INDI- Free and confidential. Call or text Karen ANA, YOU MAY NOT HAVE KNOWN BY DARLA WAGLER at 812-709-1618 to learn more. Located in ABOUT. Librarian, Loogootee Public Library the Martin County Community Learning *Tomato juice was first served at a Center Improve Your Skills, Improve Your French Lick, Indiana hotel in 1925. The Murder Mystery Party program is Life! *The first regulated speed limit (20 - filling up fast; there are only a few spots 25 mph!) was initiated on Indiana roads left. Call Carolyn to sign up for a char- Solid waste board in 1921. acter. The date is June 5 from 5:30 p.m.- The Martin County Solid Waste Board *The steepest railroad grade in the 9 p.m. Dinner is included and the entire holds their monthly meetings on the third world is in Madison, Indiana. program is free of charge. Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at *An average of 400 funnel clouds are Carolyn’s book club is meeting on the recycling center located at 500 Indus- sighted each year in Indiana. Monday, May 3, 2021 at 6 p.m. The book trial Park Drive in Loogootee. The meet- *Josie Orr, wife of former Indiana that will be discussed is John Grisham’s Matthew 5:16 Day ings are open to the public and anyone is Governor Robert Orr, flew bombers and “The Guardians”. Loogootee Mayor Noel Harty proc- invited to attend. cargo planes during World War II. New Books lamed May 8, 2021 as Matthew 5:16 Soil and Water meetings *The Indianapolis Methodist Hospital Mystery: “Risk Factor” by Michael Day. Matthew 5:16 Day encourag- The Martin County SWCD meets the is the largest hospital in the Midwest. Brandman. es residents to recognize the positive third Monday of the month at the SWCD *One of the first complete bathrooms Fiction: “Country Proud” by Linda impact of service in the city, to shine office located at Martin County Learning in Indianapolis was in the home of Hoo- Lael Miller. Christ’s love to others. Shown above Center. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. sier poet, James Whitcomb Riley. DVDs: “Crisis”. are Christine Walker, one of the orga- weekdays except Thursdays when it is *Aviatrix Amelia Earhart was once a Library hours: Monday 10-7, Tuesday nizers of Matthew 5:16 Day with May- closed. Visit www.martinswcd.com or call Professor at Purdue University. 10-5, closed on Wednesday, Thursday or Harty holding the proclamation. at 295-3149. *The library in Fort Wayne, Allen 10-7, Friday 10-5, and Saturday 9-1. The County, Indiana, houses one of the larg- library phone number is 812-295-3713 est genealogy libraries in America. and check out the website www.loogoo- 2ND ANNUAL SHOALS *Pendleton, Indiana, was the site of the tee.lib.in.us or like us on Facebook. The first hanging of a white man for killing library has free Wi-Fi service available Indians. for patrons. *The courthouse roof in Greensburg, ANIMAL SHELTER Loogootee Water Pet of the Week to flush mains The Loogootee Water Department will be flushing water mains beginning May 2 and ending May 7. Customers may ex- perience periods of low water pressure and, or cloudy water. It is recommended that you check your water quality before cooking, drinking, or doing laundry. If any problems with your water quality and Main Street Market should continue, contact the water office at 812-295-2497 or after 4 p.m. call the Friday, May 21 & Saturday, May 22, 2021 Loogootee Police Department at 812- 295-2246. The water department would (Rain or Shine at seller’s discretion) like to caution drivers and pedestrians to Sellers: Please contact the Shoals Town Hall by May 6th to be included in BUNNY is a female pit/husky mix, any advertisement/lists that will be provided for the event. Locations will be cautious when utility employees are in around a year old. She is very high the area. Water main flushing through fire energy, loves everyone. She is spayed be listed in the order that they are received. Main Street Market will be hydrants releases large volumes of water and up to date on shots. Adoption fee any Main Street businesses who choose to have a sidewalk sale on this at high pressure which can be dangerous is $100. The shelter is open by appoint- date. and harmful to yourself and water em- ment only. For more info, visit www. ployees. humanesocietyofmartincounty.org. Questions: Shoals Town Hall (812) 247-2110 Farming & Outdoors Page 7 MARTIN COUNTY JOURNAL Wednesday, April 28, 2021

In the Garden Visit and fish at DNR properties By Ralph Purkhiser, for free on Sunday, May 2 Purdue University Master Gardener The DNR is offering free admission to naturalist-led activities are listed at cal- I am hoping that last week’s temperature plants several feet from the original plant. state parks, recreation areas, forests, and endar.dnr.IN.gov. plunge is the last for the season, but I will There are some hybrid varieties that pro- reservoirs on Sunday, May 2, which is Along with fishing, DNR properties still wait until after May 10 to plant any duce fewer suckers, but the best thing to also a Free Fishing Day. offer opportunities for hiking, bicycling, tender transplants. However, I think it is do is plant hummingbird vine only where On Free Fishing Days, all Indiana res- kayaking, and more. Getting active out- safe enough to start planting seeds, which it is easy to mow around all sides of the idents can fish the state’s public waters side can support physical and mental I plan to do this week. I will be planting plant. Hummingbird vine may be trained without a fishing license or trout/salmon health and provides a way to socialize zinnias, marigolds and other summer an- to resemble a weeping tree. Otherwise, it stamp. All size and bag limits remain in safely with family and friends. nual flowers. I will also plant some beans, will need a sturdy trellis. effect. For public places to fish near you, Free gate admission and this Free Fish- okra and summer squash. It is best to Another of my favorites is cypress vine. see on.IN.gov/where2fish. Check out ing Day are offered in partnership with wait a couple more weeks to plant winter There are several types of cypress vines, the fishing tips and videos at on.IN.gov/ the Indiana Destination Development squash and pumpkins and sweet potatoes but all have tubular flowers and attract learn2fish to help maximize your expe- Corporation’s Visit Indiana Week, which will wait until the middle of June. hummingbirds. I grow a cypress vine with rience. is May 2-8. Register for the Indiana State Hummingbirds have returned to Sand- frilly foliage and red flowers on an arbor Free admission provides a great oppor- Nature Passport program at visitindiana. hill Gardens. The native columbines are at the end of the sidewalk leading to my tunity to enjoy your favorite DNR prop- com/explore, then check in when you blooming, and the hummers go wild for driveway. I planted it there many years ago erty or visit a new site. Find DNR proper- visit a property to participate in a vari- those tubular flowers. I may put up a feed- and it self-seeds abundantly. Some people ties across the state and the facilities they ety of giveaways during the week and er, but the birds always seem to prefer the do not like that it seeds so profusely, but I offer at dnr.IN.gov. Planned interpretive throughout the year. natural nectar, and when it is as plentiful find that any unwanted seedlings are easy as it is here, hummingbirds tend to ignore to cut out. The seeds do not sprout until Indiana Conservation Partnership the feeders. If you are putting out feed- the soil temperatures are over 70 degrees, ers, my advice is to make your own ar- so it is sometimes the middle of June be- tificial nectar. Mix a cup of sugar in four fore the plants sprout. Once they come up, and Hoosier landowners set new cups of boiling water. Allow the mixture the growth is vigorous, and they will cov- to cool before filling the feeders. Check er an arbor in a matter of days. They will record for conservation practices your feeders frequently and pour out the continue to bloom until frost. In recognition of Earth Day, the Indi- servation Partnership’s work is helping old nectar before adding new. Any extra Another great attractant for humming- ana Conservation Partnership (ICP) an- reduce runoff and enrich our soils with nectar may be stored in the refrigerator for birds is a mister. Like many other birds, nounced its 2020 soil health and water nutrients to safeguard our state’s most several days or may be frozen and thawed hummers like to fly through the mist. This quality accomplishments. The ICP works essential natural resource and ensure our when it is needed. Do not add red dye to does not have to be a major investment. with Hoosier landowners to provide state’s agricultural land remains produc- the mixture but do use a feeder that has There are inexpensive solar models that technical or financial assistance for the tive for many generations to come.” red and yellow feeding ports, as hum- may be added to any birdbath. implementation of conservation projects. The ICP is made up of public and mingbirds are attracted to those colors. Whatever means you use to attract hum- In 2020, landowners supported by the non-profit groups, along with landown- Of course, you may wish to just make mingbirds, situate the attractants where ICP installed more than 32,000 new con- ers, that work together for the betterment your garden attractive to the hummers. you can watch them. Watching them work servation practices – a new state record. of soil health and water quality. ICP Start by planting transplants of flowers the feeders, flowers or misters is fascinat- “Soil is one of our world’s most crucial organizations include, Indiana Associ- already in bloom. Keep in mind their at- ing and you will likely spend many enjoy- natural resources. We must do everything ation of Soil and Water Conservation traction to red and yellow, and that tubu- able hours watching these flying jewels we can to keep our waterways clean and Districts, IDEM, Indiana DNR, ISDA, lar flowers make it easier for them to get this summer. our soils healthy,” said Lt. Gov. Suzanne Indiana State Soil Conservation Board, at the nectar. Some purists like to stick Patoka Lake hosts Crouch, Secretary of Agriculture for the Purdue Extension, USDA-FSA and US- with native flowers, but hummingbirds State of Indiana. “It is amazing to see all DA-NRCS. overwinter in tropical areas and are just invasive species round-up the work these organizations do, and the The Indiana Conservation Partnership as likely to feed at tropical flowers as Patoka Lake will host an invasive spe- amount of sediment reduced by these is a crucial part of Indiana’s Nutrient they are at native blooms. Those beautiful cies round-up targeting autumn olive programs. Hoosier landowners are truly Reduction Strategy, this illustrates the baskets of mandevillas and bouganvilles and multiflora rose around the Nature going above and beyond to set new state continued success and challenges of that are hanging in the area nurseries will Center on Sunday, May 2 from 12:30 to records and enhance our environment.” conservation and serves as a tool to help be magnets for hummingbirds and will 2:30 p.m. The event will start with plant The Indiana Conservation Partnership set watershed priorities and reduction continue to flower and supply food to the identification. Volunteers should bring report showed that landowners helped targets, manage conservation resources birds all summer. Other great choices are thick gloves for protection from thorns prevent more than one million tons of and to further stakeholder involvement petunias and callebrochoas (They look and handheld trimming tools if they have sediment, 2.2 million pounds of nitrogen across Indiana. like miniature petunias.), especially the them. Patoka Lake staff will have some and 1.1 million pounds of phosphorus To find more information on soil and red and yellow ones. trimming tools available. from entering Indiana waterways. That water conservation in Indiana, soil and If you want to establish a hummingbird Advance registration is available by equates to enough phosphorus to fill over carbon sequestration, soil conservation diner that will keep them coming for years, calling the Nature Center at 812-685- five fifty-foot train cars, enough nitrogen trends, Indiana’s work in our three wa- plant hummingbird vines. These native 2447. to fill over 11 fifty-foot train cars and -al ter basins or partnership between other vines are, however, notorious thugs, and Patoka Lake (on.IN.gov/patokalake) most 11,000 fifty-foot train cars worth of states in the full report, visit isda.in.gov. many gardeners avoid them. They will is at 3084 N. Dillard Road, Birdseye, IN sediment. send out roots that will erupt and start new 47513. Cover crops were planted on 232,000 Camping reservation acres with ICP assistance, which se- questered almost 148,000 tons of carbon site gets a new look from the atmosphere, equal to the emis- The website for making camping reser- sions of more than 28,900 cars. vations at DNR properties has a new look “Even with all of the challenges we and features to make booking your next have faced this year, our conservation getaway a snap. family pulled together and fulfilled our You now have more options to search mission of exemplary conservation for camping, cabins, or day-use facilities service to Indiana’s farmers and for- by filtering your search results to look est stewards,” said Indiana Natural Re- at park activities, specific site types, ac- sources Conservation Service (NRCS) cessibility needs, and your desired date State Conservationist Jerry Raynor. range. “The work we accomplished this year is Other features allow you to: a direct result of our dedicated staff, their -Discover available sites for the up- commitment to our natural resources and coming weekend for last-minute trips the support they provide our landown- -Save favorite campsites, cabins, and ers. 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ABBY LANE AUSTIN GILBERT Abby Gail Lane is the daughter of Chris Austin Tyler Gilbert is the son of David and Doug Lane. She has two siblings, & Brandi Gilbert. He has one younger sib- Christopher and Andrea. While in high ling, Gage. While in high school, Austin KAYDEN SUTTON school, Abby participated in Art Club, participated in track for 2 years, FFA for 4 Kayden Thomas Sutton is the son of ISABELLE WAGGNER Band (6th-12th), and Beta Club. Her fa- years, and the American Legion Shooting Marybeth Sutton. After high school, Isabelle Tate Waggner is the daughter of vorite memory is going on field trips for sports team for the last 5 years. He is also Kayden plans to enter the workforce. Nathan and Amy Waggner. Isabelle plans band and English with her friends. This a member of the Shoals Scout Troop 495 to attend Purdue University to study busi- included the play, Holiday World, Festi- where he achieved the highest rank, Eagle ness. While in high school, Isabelle par- val of Bands and Pep Band events. Each Scout. He has participated in Scouting for ticipated in FCA (9-12), Intern (12), Beta trip usually ended with a trip to the mall. the last 12yrs. He is a Shoals volunteer fire club (9-12) French club (9-12), Pep club After graduation, Abby plans to attend fighter and is an avid outdoorsman. He (9-12), SADD (9-12), student council (9- Oakland City University to study graph- enjoys spending time with his girlfriend, 12), Uni Football (11-12). Isabelle also ic design. She would then like to pursue family, & friends. His future plans are to played basketball (9-12) and Softball (11- marine biology and work in an aquarium enter the work force after high school. 12) as well as class president (9), and class with ocean animals and learn more about treasurer (10). Isabelle will graduate with God’s creation. academic honors.

JOSHUA VENTERS Joshua K. Venters is the son of Josh and Amy Venters, After graduation, AUSTIN PAYNE Joshua plans to enter the Army. While in Austin George Payne is the son of James high school, Joshua participated in Track MALIN HAVILAND Payne & Stacey Conway. His siblings in- (9-12), and Cross Country (9-12). Malin Erris Haviland is the daughter clude Caleb, Ashley, Jonny, Ethan, and of Deborah & Kevin Haviland. She has Emily Payne, and Peyton & Levi Stone. three siblings, Jordan, Eilis, and Abbi. During high school, Austin participated in While in high school, Malin participated track, shop, and FFA. His favorite mem- RYLEIGH WESSEL in band and volleyball. Her most memory was pouring concrete for the school Ryleigh K. Wessel is the daughter of orable moment was the Chicago art trip and hanging out with friends. After grad- Brent Wessel and Amanda Wessel. After with all of the art class because it helped uation, Austin plans on becoming a diesel high school, she plans to attend a place her a lot with creativity. Malin’s future technician and be a good father. of higher education. During high school, plans after graduation are to get a job and Ryleigh participated in Band (9-12), save up for college and then hopefully do Cadet Teaching (9-11), Chorus (9), and a lot of traveling. Track (9-10).

TYLER WAGONER Tyler O’Connor Wagoner is the son of Mrs.Dawn Sadler and Mr.Jason Wagoner. After graduation, Tyler plans to attend the Marines. While in high school Tyler par- RIONNA ROYSTON ticipated in Baseball(11-12). Rionna Renae Royston, born April 12, 2003, is the daughter of Ronnie and Julie ADAM SUKUP Royston. She has six siblings, Courtney Adam Thomas Sukup, born May 27, Otero, Amber Royston, Ryan Osborne, 2003, is the son of Tom and Veronika Mackenzie Walker, Cody Hovis, and Josh KELLI HORN Sukup. He has one sibling, John Sukup. Hovis. While in high school, Rionna par- Kelli Jo Horn is the daughter of Chris While in high school, Adam participated ticipated in volleyball, cheerleading, and and Amber Horn. After graduation, Kel- in Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball. His Pep Club. Rionna’s favorite memories are li plans to attend Indiana State Univer- favorite high school memory is getting going to prom and being able to hangout sity to pursue a major in Special Edu- closer and closer to graduation. After with her friends everyday. After gradua- cation teaching. While in High School graduation, Adam plans to attend college tion, Rionna would like to go to college Kelli has participated in Cadet Teaching at Indiana University. and eventually get a job in childcare. (11) and Track and Field Manager(11). Page 9 MARTIN COUNTY JOURNAL Wednesday, April 28, 2021 LHS defeats Eastern Greene 6-5 Lady Lions on nine-game winning streak Thunderbirds to three up three down in the belle Waggner. The final out came from a BY JACK FELLERS BY JACK FELLERS 7th, and in the final half-inning of the game, Sara Street flyout to end the inning with a Guest Writer for The Journal Guest Writer for The Journal the Lady Lions hoped to do something spe- 3-1 Lady Lions lead. Last Thursday night, the Lady Thunder- cial. Led off by sophomore Kortni Rumble, This past Monday night, the Lady On the defensive side of the second in- birds of Eastern Greene came to Costello she got two bases out of an error by the Lions Softball Team welcomed the al- ning, pitcher Isabelle Waggner would do Field to meet the Lady Lions of Loogoo- center fielder. Next leadoff Courter got on ways tough Forest Park Lady Rangers to all the work, starting with catching a line- tee. For the Lady Lions, Allie Henninger by a fielder’s choice that would fail to put Costello Field for their 15th game of the drive hit hard right back to the circle on would get the nod to pitch and for Eastern anyone out, and she got two off a defen- season. Pitching for the Lady Rangers the first pitch. She would then strikeout Greene it would be Indy Workman. sive indifference. The Lady Thunderbirds was Ali Welp, and Isabelle Waggner was the second looking, and for the final out; The Lady Thunderbirds jumped out to then chose to load the bases by walking in the circle for the Lady Lions. she would field a groundball hit back to an early lead over the Lady Lions, with Lingenfelter. No outs, bases loaded, senior The Lady Rangers started the game the circle. Over the next few innings, hits two base hits, a walk, and forced two field- Makenzie VanHoy hit a line drive back to strong. Second batter Ali Welp hit a and baserunners were hard to come by. ing errors to give them an early 0-3 lead the pitcher again where they stepped on grounder up the middle to get on base. The final 5½ innings only saw nine base- over the Lions. Looking to battle back, the home plate to get the out at home. One out, After a double from the third baseman runners on five base hits from both teams Lady Lions didn’t score in the 1st, but they bases loaded, and senior Adie Nolley was Avery Riley and then a throwing error combined. The game ended with a high- forced Eastern Greene to a three up, three next to the plate. Given the signal, Nolley from Loogootee’s Kyleigh Courter, Welp light from Asia Crim. It appeared a line down second inning. In the bottom of the laid down a squeeze bunt that allowed the scored the first run of the night to put the drive would award a base hit for Brooke 2nd, senior Asia Crim led the Lady Lions winning run of Kyleigh Courter to score Lady Rangers up 1-0. The Lady Lions Rasche from Forest Park, but spectacu- off with a walk and then move to second and give the Lions the victory 6-5 in walk- quickly answered with Kyleigh Courter larly, senior Crim leapt, and the ball hit on a passed ball, senior Isabelle Waggner off fashion. In the circle, Henninger got the reaching on a single, then scoring off a the netting of the glove. With that out, the would bat next and get the RBI with a base win giving up eight hits, walking one, and stolen base. Groundouts from both Grace Lions put away the Rangers 3-1. hit to the right fielder. Senior Sara Street striking out nine. The Lady Lions finished Lingenfelter and Makenzie VanHoy, who The Lady Lions hitting was highlighted then scored Waggner on a hard ground ball with eight hits, led by Kyleigh Courter, would get the RBI. Adie Nolley made it by Kyleigh Courter, who had two singles up the middle. The Lady Lions would go who had a base hit and a homerun, and on base after getting hit, then Asia Crim in three at-bats. Crim, Street, VanHoy, down on a few more routine fielded balls Sara Street and Grace Lingenfelter who reached on a single. Both runners scored and Waggner also all had a hit to give the to end the inning down 2-3. also both had two hits. after a standing triple from pitcher Isa- Lady Lions a total of six hits on the night. In the top of the 3rd, the Lady Thunder- Loogootee Tennis sweeps Washington Catholic Avery Riley for the Lady Rangers led birds would get their bats going again hav- her team with two hits. Senior Isabelle ing three base hits and scoring two, to give The Loogootee Lady Lions Varsity Ten- Bottoms 6-1, 6-0 Waggner gave up no earned runs on five them a 5-2 lead. The lead stayed where nis Team defeated Washington Catholic on Junior varsity results hits from the circle, with no walks. The it was until the bottom of the 5th inning Wednesday, April 21, 5-0. The junior varsi- #1 Singles Grace Foddrill (L) defeated Lady Lions move to 12-3 on the year, which was led off by senior Jaelyn Walker ty didn’t compete. Morgan Ice 6-1 finding themselves at a nine-game win- Varsity results #1 Doubles Olivia Dant/Anna Toy (L) who reached 1st on an error. Now back at ning streak. #1 Singles Annalise Powell (L) defeated defeated Fatih Smithhart/Cloey French 6-2 the top of the lineup, sophomore Kyleigh Jenny Lopez 6-0, 6-0 Courter came up to the plate and put her #2 Singles Caitlin Carrico (L) defeated first varsity ball over the fence to score two Maria Jose-Vicente 6-0, 6-1 runs and give the Lady Lions hope closing #3 Singles Kalea Fleming (L) defeated the score up to 4-5. Next up Grace Lingen- Chloe Garland 6-0, 6-1 felter reached on a base hit, and three-hole #1 Doubles Katie Callison/Grace Gin- Makenzie VanHoy hit a hard line drive gerich (L) defeated Margarita Bassler/Clar back to the pitcher which she would mirac- Fox 6-1, 6-0 H: Town of Shoals Residents ulously snag and turn the double play by #2 Doubles Ana Toy/Olivia Dant (L) de- throwing out retreating Lingenfelter. feated Molly Brown/Liz Ramos 6-0, 6-0 H: Any old or unwanted items that have been sitting The Lady Lions held the Thunderbirds in Last Tuesday, April 20, the LHS girls around taking up space in your home, garage or yard the top of the 6th, and in the bottom Asia swept Wood Memorial. The varsity won HEN: Dumpster will arrive Friday, May 14 - Sunday, May Crim would be the hero by getting on base 5-0 and the junior varsity 2-0. and ultimately scoring the tying run off a 16, 2021 at the Town Hall located at 221 Low Street Head Coach Mike Tippery said after the Sara Street double that was hit to the fence. matches, “I want to commend the players All items are to be placed inside of the dumpster. Do not place items The Lady Lions once again held the Lady on both teams for competing today. The on the ground around the dumpster. Once the dumpster is full please LHS Girls’ Softball takes conditions were not ideal, but they played do not leave your unwanted items. through it.” win over Wood Memorial Varsity results Please do not dispose of the following items in the dumpster: tires, BY JACK FELLERS #1 Singles Annalise Powell (L) defeated construction waste, paint, batteries, or any other chemical, hazardous Guest Writer for The Journal Madie Boyd 6-2, 6-3 or harmful material. #2 Singles Kieragen Napier (L) defeated Let’s all do our part to help keep Shoals beautiful and clean! The Lady Lions traveled down the inter- Rachel Pollock 6-0, 6-0 state for their first conference game of the #3 Singles Kalea Fleming (L) defeated year against Wood Memorial for a varsi- Briley Rowe 1-6, 6-3, 1-0 (6) ty-only game last Friday night. The Lady #1 Doubles Katie Callison/Grace Gin- Lions started strong in the first inning, gerich (L) defeated Taylor Houchins/Mae- having three base hits, including a homer- lyn Dunville 6-0, 6-1 un by senior Adie Nolley that would score #2 Doubles Morgen Wolfe/Madison two. In the bottom of the inning, the Lady McAtee (L) defeated Bree Rowe/Kiersten Trojans answered back with a double that would score off a base hit. Ending the inning up 2-1, the Lady Lions scored another in the 2nd from Jaelyn Walker to put the Lions up 3-1. The Lady Lion defense held Wood Memorial for the rest of the night. Isabelle Waggner pitched the whole game, only giving up three hits while striking out three. In the 3rd, four more would score on three hits, including a double from Isabelle Waggner. The 4th saw Waggner again get a base hit, which Waggner would then be driven in off a Sara Street homerun. The Lady Lions put the Wood Memorial Lady Trojans away in five innings after a six-run 5th inning gave them a 15-1 lead that was sufficient to run-rule the Lady Trojans. The Lady Lions defense didn’t see a single hiccup, committing no errors and having 15 putouts. Very few flaws could be found offensively as well, as they rounded up 16 hits in 33 at-bats. Senior Isabelle Waggner led the team with three hits, including a double. Seniors Adie Nolley, Jaelyn Walker, Asia Crim, Sara Street, and sophomores Kyleigh Courter and Caitlin Carrico would all have two hits on the night, including a double and a homerun from Nolley and also a homerun from Street. Jaelyn Walker finished the night scoring three RBIs and three runs, as would Street.