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November 3, 2009

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Scott County Court Hearings for October 30, 2009:

Keith A. Chennault was charged with Invasion of Privacy. He had his initial hearing and bond was set at $1,000.

Travis L. Nease was charged with Domestic Battery. He had his initial hearing.

Catherine Zollman Spicer was charged with Criminal Trespass. She had her initial hearing and bond was set at $1,000.

Lisa L. Hensley was charged with Escape. She had her initial hearing and bond was set at $1,500.

Scottsburg Leaf Pick-up Begins Monday

(Sharon Love)

The City of Scottsburg Street, Sewer, Sanitation and Parks Department has announced that leaf pick-up will begin Monday. Two trucks will start north of 56 and will run through the city two times. Leaves must be raked to the edge of the curb and residents are asked to not put brush, limbs or trash in the leaves. Leaves in trash bags will not be picked up.

Two Blood Drives in Scottsburg Friday

(Sharon Love)

Two American Red Cross blood drives will be held on Friday. The Scott Memorial Hospital and the Scott County Family YMCA have scheduled Blood drives on the same day. The American Red Cross is constantly working to maintain blood levels so that hospitals can have an adequate supply for surgeries and emergencies. The American Red Cross is asking eligible blood donors to give blood as often as possible. The average blood donor gives less than two times a year, yet they can donate every 56 days. It is important for those who can donate to give regularly to help ensure that blood is available for patients in need. A blood donor card or driver’s license, or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Eligible donors must be at least 17 years old, or 16 years old with a signed Red Cross parental/guardian consent form where state permits, must weigh at least 110 pounds and be in general good health. The blood drive at Scott Memorial will be held from noon until 5 p.m. and the Scott County Family YMCA from 2:30 until 6:30 p.m.

Final Hearing on Proposed Teacher Licensing Changes Last Night

(Sharon Love)

Many educators criticized a proposal to change Indiana's teacher licensing standards during the last of 3 public hearings held yesterday in Indianapolis. Hundreds of people voiced their opinion on the proposal by Superintendent Tony Bennett. Educators and others ask that the state take more time considering the proposal changes.

Interim Clerk-Treasurer Appointed for Jackson County

(Tribtown.com)

Jackson County Council members appointed an interim clerk-treasurer yesterday. Cathy Roberts was appointed to handle the day-to-day operations in the county seat pending a state and federal investigation. Roberts had been serving as assistant to Clerk-Treasurer Rebecka Fee. The move is pending completion of an investigation by the Indiana State Police and the FBI. No other information about the investigation is being released at this time.

Seymour Police Looking for Battery Suspect

(Sharon Love)

Seymour police are searching for a man who beat another man Sunday night. The 60-year-old told police he was approached by a man in a white shirt late Sunday night at Fourth Street and Indianapolis Avenue. The victim says the suspect was talking to him and just started beating him with his fists. The suspect appeared to be intoxicated. Authorities said robbery did not appear to be a motive because the victim reported nothing had been taken. He was treated at Schneck Medical Center and released. The victim described the suspect as being about 5 foot 8 inches tall with blonde hair. Anyone with information is asked to call the Jackson County Police at 522.1234.

New Albany DVD Allowed to Remain Open

(Sharon Love)

The 7^th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has denied New Albany’s request to reconsider a ruling by a three-judge panel blocking the city from closing New Albany DVD, a sexually-oriented business. The store will be allowed to remain open to sell sexually explicit movies and books.

Charlestown City Council President Removed From Position

(News Tribune.net)

Charlestown’s City Council President was removed from his position at a meeting last night. Mark Goodlett is accused of overstepping his authority after he made a visit to the city’s Housing Authority and questioned the Executive Director about payments the authority makes to the fire department and whether those could be redirected to the fire district. The motion to remove Goodlett was passed 3 – 2. A motion to put Scott McKechnie in the president’s role was passed 4 – 1.

Jackson County Confirms H1N1 Death

(Sharon Love)

Jackson County Health Department confirmed the community’s first death as a result of the H1N1 flu. The 52-year-old Jackson County woman also had chronic health problems. Dr. Kenneth Bobb said the cause of death was a pneumonia complicating H1N1 influenza. The woman died October 15. Health officials remind people to not panic but to take preventative measures to protect themselves from the H1N1 virus including washing hands frequently, staying home when ill and getting the vaccine.

New Albany Sex Offender Arrested for Not Registering

(News and Tribune)

A New Albany man was arrested over the weekend for failing to register as a sex offender. 31-year-old James R. Hack Jr. was found guilty in 2000 of vicarious sexual gratification in Floyd County, then again in 2006 for criminal confinement of a person less than 18 years old. He served time for both charges, and is now required to register as a sex offender. Hack was also wanted on unrelated charges of criminal recklessness and invasion of privacy, both misdemeanors. Failing to register is a class D felony. The arrest was made by the New Albany Police Department. He is facing between six months and three years in prison. He is being held in the Floyd County Jail awaiting his first court appearance.

2009 Scott County Thunder Senior Team

The Scott County Youth Football League Sr division finished their regular season placing 2nd in the Southern. Indiana Football League. This was a season of changes and hardships for this team. Players consisted of boys and girls ages 12-14 from all over Scott and surrounding counties. They started off the season strong by defeating New Washington 30-14 and 18-12, but then fell to them in a hard fought battle 20-22. Henryville was their only other competitor this year since Borden and Silver Creek did not field a team in this division. While they did not beat Henryville according to the score board, these players beat them on the field in heart and soul. This group of players, some of whom had never played football before, worked as well on the field as they did off the field and it showed in their enthusiasm and encouragement for their teammates. We would like to thank the coaching staff for a great year. These players learned a lot as a team as well as an individual basis. Head coach, Chris Romero, asst. coaches Mike Stivers, James Jackson, & Ethan Di should all be applauded for their hard work and dedication. Without these people, along with the board members of the SCYFL, the children of Scott Co. would not be able to participate in the sport of football. Team members are: Daniel Alexander, Zach Bacon, Chris Bray, Wes Chapman, Brandon Downing, Devon Emerson, Landon Gray, Ethan Haverty, Isaac Hunefeld, Justin Jackson, Tristen Jackson, Christein Lawson, David Matthews, Josh Mihalik, Kolbey Mount, Damon Napier, Austin Neal, Mariah Neal, Jake Patton, Brad Poore, Kyle Richey, Joey Romero, Quinton Shields, Brian Smith, Hunter Stewart, Hunter Stivers, and Brandon Tincher. Tournament play begins this weekend Nov. 7th for the PeeWee division. Games will be played in New Washington at Come out and show your support for these players and your community. The Sr. division will be playing in the championship game against Henryville on Sat. Nov. 14^th, at 1pm. Come out and show these kids your support.

Drivers Encouraged to Exercise Caution as Deer Season Begins

(Dan Clark)

With hours of daylight becoming fewer and fewer, the risk of hitting a deer gets higher and higher. Nearly fifty percent of all deer-related accidents occur between October and December, when deer become much more active. Authorities encourage drivers to practice defensive driving during this period. To remain safe, keep the following in mind: Deer are most active between sunset and sunrise, deer often travel in groups, so slow down if you see one, because more are likely near by, you should use high beams when there is no opposing traffic, never swerve to avoid a deer: most serious crashes occur when drivers swerve to miss a deer but hit something else, and pay attention to traffic signs warning of deer crossings. If you hit a deer, do not approach it unless you are certain it has expired, since a wounded deer can be dangerous. Deer can be anywhere, so exercise caution whenever you are out.

YMCA Offering Swim Lessons

(Dan Clark)

The YMCA will be offering swimming and water safety lessons. Starting November 3^rd, the following classes will be offered: Parent and Child Swim Lessons for children six months to three years of age to help acclimate young children to the water, Pre-School Swimming for children ages 3 to 5, which will be broken up into three different groups, Pike for teaching the front and back float, Eel to help the children develop the ability to swim on their own, and the Ray and Starfish for advanced intermediate preschool swimmers, and Youth Swimming Classes, again split into three groups, the Polliwog, to develop basic water adjustment, Guppy, which teach the front paddle stroke and rhythmic breathing for 25 yards, and the Stroke class, for current and future swim team members. Registration will continue through October 30^th. For more information, call Diana Peters at 812-752-7239, or visit their website at www.scottcountyfamilyymca.org.

The Waters Taking Votes on Teddy Bears Soon

(Sharon Love)

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