The Press-Dispatch
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The Press-Dispatch Wednesday, June 15, 2022 C-3 Court Report CRIMINAL DOCKET Pike Circuit Court William Edgar Hudson charged with batter y by means of a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony; intimida- tion draws or uses a deadly weapon, a level 5 felony; and criminal recklessness com- mitted with a deadly weapon, a level 6 felony. Joshua T indall charged with neglect of a depen- dent, a level 6 felony; operating a vehicle after being habitual traf fic of- fender, a level 6 felony; and operating a vehicle while intoxicated, endangering a person less than 18 years old, a level 6 felony. Ryan Norrington charged with unlawful possession of a syringe, a level 6 felony; and possession of marijuana, a class B misdemeanor. CIVIL DOCKET Pike Circuit Court Onemain Financial Group LLC sues Eric Wiscaver for civil collection. Hoosier Accounts Ser vice sues Samantha McCollom aka Samantha J. Haycraft for civil collection. Hoosier Accounts Ser vice sues James Houchin for civil collection. In re: the marriage of Lisa Gentr y and Nicholas Gentr y. TRAFFIC AND MISDEMEANOR Pike Circuit Court Adelynn G. Johnson charged with possession of marijuana, class B misdemeanor. Joshua W. Gibson charged with operating a vehicle with a schedule I or II controlled substance, a class C mis- demeanor; and possession of paraphernalia, a class C misdemeanor. Carolyn Denise Sweatt charged with driving while suspended with a prior con- viction in the last 10 years, a class A misdemeanor and possession of marijuana, a class B misdemeanor. Kimberly L. Brown charged with reckless driv- ing, a class C misdemeanor. Steward Travis Atkins charged with domestic bat- ter y, a class A misdemeanor; disorderly conduct, a class B misdemeanor. Chad Alan Norris charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated, a class C misdemeanor. James M. Ford charged with possession of marijuana, a class B misdemeanor. SMALL CLAIMS Pike Circuit Court Kyle Kinder sues Todd Finn for complaint. Hoosier Accounts Ser vices sues Travis C. McDaniel on complaint. Hoosier Accounts Ser vices sues Brandi L. Lindley on complaint. Hoosier Accounts Ser vices sues Josh D. Braunecker on complaint. Hoosier Accounts Ser vices sues Kalee J. Hadley aka Kalee Riddle on complaint. Hoosier Accounts Ser- vices sues Erin L. Landis on complaint. Tower Construction sues David Glaser, Jr. on com- plaint. Timothy W. Ennis sues William Hudson, II on com- plaint. INFRACTIONS Pike Circuit Court Cody L. Booker charged with seat belt violation. Majorie Wagler charged with speeding. Br yan A. Nunez Quilantan charged with disregarding a traffic control device. Taylor M. Franklin charged with speeding. Destiny E. Besaw charged with speeding. Jonathan R. Phelps charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Tara B. Hall charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Randy K. Stevens charged with seat belt violation. Sean M. Poselwait charged with seat belt violation. Stephanie S. Buchanan charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Nicholas E. Honaker charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Kathlyn C. Lukacek charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Candra D. Modesitt charged with seat belt viola- tion. Jordan Par tin charged with speeding in a 70 mph in zone and driving while suspended. Brian J. Davenpor t charged with speeding in a 70 mph in zone. Roger D. Dunning charged with speeding in a 55 mph zone. McKenzie A. Jones charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Nikole M. Pruett charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Brandy L. Ellerman charged with seat belt viola- tion. Rhinannon R. Fr y charged with speeding. Hunter L. Russell charged with speeding in a 55 mph zone. Sharon L. Montgomer y charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. William N. Robinson charged with speeding, Holly A. Sauer charged with speeding. Desean T. Alford charged with seat belt violation. Shalandra L. Reed charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Joseph M. Ford charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Carol A. Gott-Jenkins charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Christopher L. Hussey charged with operating a motorcycle without proper permit. Grigoriy N. Belyayev charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Nathanael D. Kuechenberg charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Mercedes N. Hines charged with speeding in a 55 mph zone. Joseph M. Vanalstyne charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Michael Hernandez Men- doza charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Cody S. Walker charged with child restraint violation. Marcella L. Melvin charged with speeding in a 30 mph zone. Phillip K. Becher charged with expired license plates. Audrey R. Wallace charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Alex L. Milligan charged with driving while suspend- ed. Darrien S. Ray charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Elodile Pierre charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Taylor L. Croak charged with seat belt violation and littering. Sarah M. Pope charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Mar y Hogan charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Leslie R. Pinon charged with driving while suspended. Mitchell R. Johnson charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Stephen T. Clements charged with child restraint violation. Dillon S. Coleman charged with speeding in a 55 mph zone. Peter A. Rhoutsong charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Richard William Y. Lowe charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Julie A. Brooks charged with speeding in a 70 mph zone. Kyle D. Price charged with speeding. Magdalene R. Poppe charged with speeding. Wade A. Carie charged with speeding. Catherine C. Conolty charged with speeding, Kyle J. Smith charged with speeding in a 55 mph zone. Parent calls for changes in how schools deal with suicidal kids To The Editor: I would like to give recognition to Pike Central High School. They did an outstanding job at enforcing their handbook policy by kicking my son out of school (his senior year), when he was caught with marijuana in his car. He 100% deser ved to be punished. However, they failed miserably when it came to seeing the bigger picture. They faile to see a teenager struggling with crippling anxiety. They failed to see a young boy who was lost, and who was self medicating because it was the only thing that helped him "stop freaking out." They failed to care about the cuts on his arms. They failed to see a child who was so depressed that the only thing that got him out of bed ever yday was going to school. They failed to hear the pleading and sobbing of the parents from across the table who just wanted what was best for their child. They failed to take into account the notes presented to them from doctors and counselors that said it would be in the child's best interest to stay in school. Last but not least, they also failed to turn in my child's essay he wrote about his depression, substance use and thoughts of suicide. In his essay, my son wrote the following: "No one knows how much I struggle, and no one knows ever ything is always getting worse." This essay that my son wrote went from his teacher, to the guidance coun- selor, to the principal, and then to the superintendent, and nobody thought to contact the parents. They knew my child was suicidal months before I did. In our most difficult moment of parenting to date, I will never forget the complete lack of resources, support and empathy shown from Pike Central High School. We had absolutely zero support, and we were given no recommenda- tions or referrals other than a referral to a probation officer. I thank God my child didn't choose to act on the thoughts and feelings that were flooding his brain. I thank God that we were able to get him the help he needed before it was too late. We have got to do better. We need to talk about mental health. We need to encourage our kids to open up if something feels off. We need better communication and more resources in the schools. DID YOU KNOW? • The average number of suicide at- tempts is approximately 8.9 out of ever y 100 adolescents? • 90% of people who die by suicide have a diagnosable and treatable psy- chiatric disorder? • Up to 19% of youth (ages 12-17) experienced major depression. • 1 in 7 high school students have considered suicide within the past school year • More than 60% of youth with major depression do not receive any mental health treatment (mhanational.org) On December 7, 2021 the U.S Sur- geon General issued an advisor y on youth mental health, calling it a national crisis. Signs Your Child May be struggling with their mental health: • Frequent headaches or stomach- aches. (Sometimes physical sensations are easier for kids to put their finger on and talk about) • Changes in interests and/or behavior such as agitation, anger and moodiness • Withdrawing or isolating from others • Sleeping too much or not enough • Skipping meals or overeating • Poor hygiene/self care • Worsening academic performance • Saying they want to die • Too much experimenting/engag- ing in risky behavior Jessica Mason Praises PCHS graduation ceremony Dear Editor, The recent article (May 25, 2022) regarding the upcoming Commence- ment program for seniors of Pike Central High School caught my interest. Kudos to those who planned it. In particular, I was more than pleased by the fact that "The Parting Glass", arranged by Matt Conaway, was included. A favorite of mine and my family, it's a wonderful Irish song that is so very meaningful. In addition, the closing two paragraphs of Sherri Sabella's article were masterfully put—-firm, but civil. I still carry the memory of the Commencement I attend- ed of one of my Grandsons, at which the very acts Ms. Sebella is requesting the audience refrain from doing were done throughout the program. The occasion was ruined for most of the crowd. I trust that PCHS's experience was a much bet - ter one. (BTW it was not in Vincennes!) Mrs Valerie J. Sweeney Vincennes Marriage Licenses Zachery Logan Pearson 22, of 2013 Fairway Dr., Greencas- tle, son of Paul R. Pearson of Linton and Sharon L. Green of Baton Rouge, LA to Selena Kay Cropper, 22, of 800 N. Liberty Ave., Apt. 305, Petersburg, daughter of Jess E. Cropper of Cartersville, IL and Katrina M. Moore of Princeton. Christopher Joseph Quincy Coleman, 23, of 303 N. 10th St., Petersburg, son of Lloyd C. Coleman of Petersburg and Theresa K. Perr y to Kyla Suzanne Newkirk, 23, of 303 N. 10th St., Petersburg, daughter of Jeremy Newkirk of Winslow and Laurie Amos of Martinsville, IN. Hi stars and welcome to the big stage all lit up in red, white and blue lights and decorated to help celebrate with all our stars who will have a birthday or anniversa- r y in the week of June 16-22. Come up onto this stage and take a bow. BIRTHDAYS June 16-Dee Kluemper Houchin; Hannah Carnahan turns 21; Emily Carnahan turns 21; Katie Tabor turns 30; Tammy Er win Wire; Ce- cilia Richardson turns 11. June 17-Ted Nicholson turns 76; Bill Stone turns 59. June 18-Kathy Kixmiller turns 53; Jeff Scott Stilwell turns 54; Lisa Renee Jones. June 19-Bob Price turns 89; Tina Head turns 53; Jeff Cassitty turns 53; Bransan and Addyson McDowell celebrate 15 years; Dave and Tammy McKinney celebrate 40 years. June 20-Tina Gerber; Sun- ny Hartley turns 66; Caison Russell turns 10. June 21-Candence VanMe- ter turns 17; Charlie Crane turns 89; Abigail Benjamin Vinnedge turns 43. June 22-Jeff Gayhart turns 35; Adam Russell turns 34; Eric Knight turns 39; Zacha- r y McDowell turns 15. June 22-Natalie Williams turns 25; Kaydence Sutt turns 18; David Riester turns 69; MaryLou Kixmiller turns 87. May all our stars have a really great day and may all your wishes come true. Keep in your hear t and in your prayers all our stars who have had surger y, treatments, doctor visits and aches and pains of ever yday life; and who need that card, visit, phone call and that daily thought of them to have a happier day. Special thoughts and prayers for Ted, Terri Ann, Tim, Lisa, Jef f, Katy and Benny. EVENTS June 16-Winslow Lions Club meets at 6 p.m. at the Gamble's house. June 18-Open Fun Horse Show starts at noon, at Rockin' G Saddle Club, located south on 257 from Otwell Junction, food and drinks available from the Winslow Lions Club. June 19-Father's Day, show Dad how much you love him with a homemade gift or do something special for him. June 21-Summer Solstice June 25-Celestine Days June 27-Winslow Town Hall at 6 p.m. at the Snyder Community Center. June 28-Oakland City Lions Club June 30-Those running for Winslow Town Council needs to pick up their packet for the petition of at least six names of registered votes from the courthouse. Winslow senior citizens are meeting on Monday and Tuesday at the Snyder Com- munity Center. Petersburg seniors meet in the court- house basement. Send postcards and notes of interest to: Sweets Column, Winslow, IN 47598. There were no postcard this week. Winslow Patoka River was high with three inches of rain a week ago, but it has gone down some. However, there is more rain this week, which will bring it back up again. The White River was the same and it had just gone down past the flood stage point. It will rise again after all this rain leaves the area. Humid temps are back, and the 90 degrees are getting closer each week. The air conditioner has been on for over a week now. Even 'Ava' had to be charged with freon to keep it cool when we go out for a drive. During the re- cent storms, I saw pea sized hail for a minute and the wind helped to bring down some big limbs off Grandma's tree, plus a few limbs in our Park area. Animals seen this week were baby calves on Factor y Street; a mama deer and her new fawn (without spots) on the Winslow Cato road; our squirrel; and our friendly deer in our area of town. We also hear the coyotes at night. The mowers this past week had to wait until the ground was dr y. They got that weeks mowing cut for it to grow more from the rain. On our way to Prince- ton, to find a doll bottle for Mom's baby doll, Susy, we passed the '57 Bones Fam- ily,' who were at a splash park. There was a slide going into a pool. Ever yone was enjoying the water; one was in the air diving into the cool water. We did find a doll milk bottle, a sippy cup of juice, a bib, and a pacifier. Mom was excited to have these items. Saturday, June 4, was the Cowboy Trail Challenge, the crowd was thin, but those who entered the event had a great time. They walked over wooden planks, with one plank that tipped like a see- saw; pulling an object; raising the flag; going through a water hole; and many more obstacles. There were three age groups and which placed from up to sixth. Sunday, George and Deby brought some air condition- ers to put in Terri and Ted's house. Norm and I helped after we ate at our favorite Mexican place. Ted and Terri have been in the hospital. They are both recovering, and now when they do come home, their house will be cooler. Zoe, whose real name is Zola May, is with her original owners, Turtle and Annie, who have missed her so much. Annie has been planting flowers, carr ying stones, and mulching to one side of the house. Turtle has planted herbs to be use as fresh, instead of boughten, for rubs on meat, seasoning and garnish. We all went out to eat Chinese. As you travel the road in your area, do you sometimes travel on a new road just to see where it goes? We were on the Schnellville Road and it's hilly with farm land and cur ves. Where it ended was a shock, because I thought it would come out onto highway 64, but it came out on the road that goes from Jasper to Brettsville junction, which is by the blue iron bridge. It is a nice road, but in spots it is in the lowlands for flooding. Gas prices are higher again this week, from $4.99 at one station in Jasper, and $5.09 to $5.19 at others. Petersburg has $5.19; and Princeton has $5.09, but these prices may not stay this amount for long. It's time to dim the lights for this week, but continue to keep an eye on family and friends; especially in the upcoming heat and humidity. Slow down and enjoy the beauty all around you. Watch out for children playing out- side. Always smile, wave and say "hi" to ever yone you see this week. Happy Father's Day. 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