July 26, 2010                      

I105.3 and Scott County Humane Society's Cat of the Month

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Scottsburg Police Department's Weekend Reports:

Property damage accident @ 31/ Lake Rd.

Theft @ Campbell's Motel

Theft by unauthorized use of charge card

Theft of piece of fence @ Catholic Church

Property 31/ Vest St.

Person in road in front of Wendy's; arrested:  56-year-old Eric S. Vernon for public intoxication

Theft from wallet @ Wal-Mart

Wanted on warrant for Failure to Appear/ habitual traffic offender in Jennings County; arrested:  52-year-old Terry Lee White of Indianapolis

Theft by failure to pay @ Grapevine Lounge

Wanted on warrant; 29-year-old Brandon D. Spicer of Scott County for OWI BAC .10

Several citations issued

Austin Woman Arrested for Prostitution

(Sharon Love)

The Austin Police Department conducted another prostitution sting Friday resulting in the arrest of one individual.  Chief Detective Lonnie Noble told I105.3 who was arrested.  Herald was taken to the Scott County Jail.  Detective Noble said more stings are being planned with future arrests possible.  

Three Arrested in Drug Bust in NA

(Sharon Love)

A search of a New Albany apartment uncovers marijuana and several controlled substances.  Officers from several law enforcement agencies conducted a search at 2702 Paoli Pike on Friday.  During the search, approximately a half pound of marijuana, along with drug paraphernalia, Hydrocodone and Ecstasy were found.  19-year-olds Michael Casey and Woodrow Sulikowski, along with 20-year-old Lindsay Portwood, all tenants of the apartment were arrested.  Casey was charged with Dealing in Marijuana, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana under 30 grams, Possession of Paraphernalia, and Maintaining a Common Nuisance.  Sulikowski and Portwood were both arrested for Possession of Marijuana under 30 grams and Maintaining a Common Nuisance.

Blood Drive Today and Friday in Scottsburg

(Sharon Love)

Two American Red Cross blood drives will be held this week, the first one today.  Anyone wanting to donate blood and falls within the guidelines may donate blood from 2 until 6 p.m. at the First Baptist Church on Hyland Street.  The second will be held Friday from 1 until 6 p.m. at Scott Memorial Hospital.  More information about donating blood may be obtained by calling 1.800.GIVE.LIFE.

Two Arrested in Jennings County

(Sharon Love)

Two Jennings County residents were arrested on drug charges during a traffic stop yesterday.  Police tell us that Joshua Owens and Kelly Curran face charges of illegal possession and transportation of anhydrous ammonia and possession of a syringe.  The two were charged after officers made the stop on County Road 300 North. 

Three New Leaders Announced at IUS

(Sharon Love)

Indiana University Southeast has announced the appointment of three new leaders.  Joe Wert has been named dean of the School of Social Sciences and Samantha Earley has been named dean of the School of Arts and Letters, and Tom Sawyer will take the Chief Information Officer position. 

Come to the Fair

(Sharon Love)

The Jackson County fair is in full swing this week.  Several events are scheduled for the week including free entertainment.  Tonight, in the grand stands you can attend “Wacky Olympics” featuring students from county high schools.  The event begins at 8 pm.  Be sure to stop by the I105.3 booth and spin the winning wheel each night this week.  Tonight say hi to I105.3’s John Ross from 6-8 p.m. 

Teens Arrested in Home Burglary Case

(Sharon Love)

Two New Albany teens were arrested for breaking into a home.  19-year-old Justin Davidson and 18-year-old Alex Peck were arrested over the weekend on two preliminary charges of burglary while armed after breaking into a home in the 5600 block of Hamburg Pike.  The suspects allegedly admitted to burglarizing the same house two days earlier.

Bidders Sought For Repaving Project

(Tribtown.com)

Bidders for a second phase of road work are being sought by Jackson County Commissioners.  The first phase of repaving county road cost somewhat less than anticipated, leaving nearly 1 million dollars to repave 50 or so more miles.  $1.5 million was allotted for the repaving project with the first phase costing just over $600,000. 

Indiana DOE Textbook Review

(Sharon Love)

Indiana education officials are reviewing new textbooks for students.  The Indiana Department of Education is reviewing 19 new science and health textbooks and the public can weigh in on the books via an adoption review website.  The review sites will close September 1.  After the state’s Textbook Review Committee makes recommendations, the State Board of Education will hold a final vote.  The recommendations will then be sent to local school systems.  To review the textbooks and vote, find the link on our website at I1053online.com.   www.doe.in.gov/opd/textbook/.

Hayward Staying or Going

(Sharon Love)

Prenatal Classes Offered at Scott Memorial Hospital

Whether this is your first pregnancy or your third, all expecting parents have questions and concerns.  Scott Memorial Hospital would like to ensure that you have a positive birthing experience by offering a Prenatal class on July 31 from 1pm to 4pm.  All expecting mothers and their birthing partners are invited to attend. The class will teach you about prenatal care, what to expect during labor, the items you should bring with you to the hospital, breathing techniques, care of the mother and child after delivery, and much more. Participants will also have the opportunity to view the delivery and post partum rooms. With over 120 years of combined nursing experience, the Obstetrics Department at Scott Memorial Hospital specializes in happy, healthy babies.  This class is FREE for those delivering at Scott Memorial Hospital and $35 for those who are not.  To register, please call (812)752-8505.
 

Austin Man Still Missing

(Sharon Love)

Family and friends of the missing Austin man continue the search.  50-year-old Paul Graupe was last seen November 24 around 2:00 p.m.  It is alleged Graupe went to collect a debt from a former co-worker when he disappeared. Graupe is described as standing about 5 feet 7 inches and weighing about 170 pounds with brown hair and wire-rim glasses. He is usually wearing a camouflage baseball cap.  A $15,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the discovery of Graupe’s where-a-bouts. Anyone with information about Graupe is asked to call the Austin Police Department at 794-2496 or the Scott County Sheriff’s Department at 752-8400.

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