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November 20, 2008

Couple Pleads Guilty to Tax Evasion

(Courier-Journal.com)

A Harrison County couple has pled guilty to federal tax evasion, forfeiting $1.7 million in the process. (Dan-1) Federal agents found and seized more than $1.8 million dollars from the bedroom closet of 50-year-old Gregory Gurtz and 41-year-old Donna Gurtz. The Gurtz’s admitted during sentencing that their Auto Salvage business had brought in more than $4 million between 2004 and 2006. They had only reported less than half a million on their income taxes. This was made possible when Donna Gurtz would ask salvage customers to write checks to her personally, and only in amounts smaller than $10,000. She would then cash the checks and stash the money in their closet.  The Gurtz’s were sentenced Monday to four years of probation.

Cemetery Arson Suspects Appear in Court

(Indiana 9)

Three suspects accused in a case of arson at a cemetery in Jefferson County, appeared in court yesterday. Gary Mefford, Derek Jones and Warren Brooks are suspected of starting a fire last March at Grandview Memorial Gardens. Jones and Brooks appeared for a pre-trial conference. Mefford asked for more time to find a lawyer to represent his case. A pre-trial for the fourth suspect, Jonah Long, was continued to a later date.

Parks Director Resigns

(Madison Courier)

Hanover Parks Director Narci Burress resigned Tuesday at the Town Council meeting. She stated that she would like to return, but due to the reduction in property taxes, the town could not afford to continue paying her. Burress requested that the town be sure to keep sidewalks clear on Tuesdays and Fridays for the senior citizens, despite the town being unable to afford continuing to build new sidewalks. Other losses, due to the reduction in property taxes was, Fire Chief Jim Boldery. Burress’ resignation will become effective on December 31.

Butlerville Man Arrested After Domestic Disturbance

(Plain Dealer-Sun)

A Butlerville man is facing charges after a domestic disturbance Tuesday morning. 25 year old Joshua Young was arrested on charges of domestic battery, strangulation, sexual battery, disorderly conduct and interfering with reporting a crime. Young allegedly got into an argument with a female and ripped her clothes. When she fought back, he allegedly attempted to strangle her. After she scratched him, Young left the residence and the victim called the police. Jennings was still in the Jennings County Jail as of Wednesday morning, on a $1,550 bond.

Deadline to Register for FEMA Assistance Nears

Congressman Baron Hill wants to ensure applicable Southern Indiana residents affected by the severe storms and flooding of September 12th through October 6th apply for FEMA assistance.   Fourteen counties in Indiana’s Ninth Congressional District were included in the disaster declaration including Scott, Clark, Floyd, Harrison, Jackson, Jefferson, Jennings, and Washington.  FEMA Individual Assistance includes grants to help pay for temporary housing, home repairs and other serious disaster-related expenses such as medical care and damage to personal property.  The deadline is Monday, November 24, 2008. Residents can register online at www.fema.gov, or by calling FEMA at 1-800-621-FEMA.

Two New Albany Arrested

(News-tribune.net)

Two New Albany men were arrested on several charges.  21-year-olds Charles Jecker and Raymond Toops III, were pulled over by the NAPD resulting in both being charged with resisting law enforcement, possession of a handgun without a permit, violation of the Legend Drug Act and reckless driving. Jecker was also charged with operating while intoxicated in a manner that endangers and with a prior conviction.  Toops had warrants after failing to appear to hearings for criminal conversion and possession of marijuana under 30 grams in Floyd County. He also has an active warrant in Clark County for driving without ever receiving a license in 2005.

Warrant Issued for Man Dating Teen

(News-tribune.net)

A warrant has been issued for the arrest of a man who was allegedly dating a 14-year-old girl. 22-year-old Michael David Rhodes was arrested after police discovered a cell phone with a picture of Rhodes and the teen kissing.  The girl told police she had been dating Rhodes for a couple of weeks and that her mother did not know about it.  Rhodes admitted to dating the girl and that he knew she was only 14 and he allegedly admitted to touching her private parts.  Rhodes is charged with sexual misconduct with a minor.  Rhodes failed to show up for his initial hearing last month, so it was rescheduled for Monday. After he failed to show up Monday, a warrant was issued, according to a Clark County Circuit Court clerk.

Madison Prison to Hire

(Madison Courier)

The Madison women's prison will hire dozens of people as they add more offenders.  According to the Madison Courier, at least 50 people will be hired, 300 or more offenders added and a 12-foot-high fence topped with three strands of razor ribbon put in place.  Hiring will begin soon for entry-level corrections officers and jobs such as case managers and counselors. Corrections officers must go to the police academy for four weeks, then have a couple of weeks of on-the-job training as part of a six-month trainee status. Case managers and counselors must have a college degree.. There are two ways to apply for Department of Correction jobs, www.jobs.in.gov or at  Work One office at 620 Green Road in Madison.

Volunteers Needed for Lunch Buddy Program

(Sharon Love)

Lunch buddy volunteers are needed for Austin and Scottsburg middle schools. Lunch buddies is a program where members of the community can volunteer to make a positive affect on students. Groups of 3 to 5 students are matched with community leaders who volunteer to meet weekly with their middle school group at their assigned lunch time. Volunteers may volunteer each week or be paired with another volunteer to rotate weeks. Volunteers are needed for Scottsburg and Austin students. If you would like to volunteer for the lunch buddy program, contact Jennifer Mills at 752-6438.

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