The Posey County News

Members of the Posey County Health Department and community celebrate this new AED medical equipment located at the riverfront. Left to right are Lilly Watzlavik (Mt. Vernon High), Chief Jay Price (Black Township Fire), Chief Robbie Wilson (Mt. Vernon Fire), Mayor Steve Loehr (City of Mt. Vernon), Kyle Jones (Administrator – Posey County Health), Libby Kern (PHEP Coordinator – Posey County Health), Councilman Andy Hoehn (Mt. Vernon City Council), and Libby Reese (Mt. Vernon H

2026-246 LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that application has been made for the rezoning of certain real estate lying in Center Township, Posey County, Indiana, to make changes in the Zoning Map and Zoning Ordinance of Posey County, Indiana, pursuant to The Posey County Unified Development Ordinance for the following described real estate: REZONING: DOCKET NO: 26-05-RE-APC APPLICANT: Phil Williams OWNER: Johnathon Rye Etal PREMISES: Part of Section

2026-245 LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that application has been made for the rezoning of certain real estate lying in Center Township, Posey County, Indiana, to make changes in the Zoning Map and Zoning Ordinance of Posey County, Indiana, pursuant to The Posey County Unified Development Ordinance for the following described real estate: REZONING: DOCKET NO: 26-04-RE-APC APPLICANT: Phil Williams OWNER: Phillip Williams & David Esche Construction PRE

2026-244 LEGAL NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given by the Board of Zoning Appeals of a public hearing to be held on 5:00 p.m. up on the following Special Use on Thursday, October 8, 2026, at The Hovey House, 330 Walnut Street, Mt. Vernon, Indiana. The Board of Zoning Appeals will at that time hear objections thereto: SPECIAL USE: DOCKET NO: 26-03-SU-BZA APPLICANT: Ryan Simmons OWNER: Ryan H. & Makala B. Simmons PREMISES: Part of the Northeast of t

2026-243 NOTICE OF HEARING ON PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO LEASE METROPOLITAN SCHOOL DISTRICT OF MOUNT VERNON You are hereby notified that a public hearing will be held before the Board of Education (the “Board”) of Metropolitan School District of Mount Vernon (the “School Corporation”) on October 19, 2026, at the hour of 5:30 p.m. (Local Time) at the Mount Vernon Senior High School, 700 Harriett Street, Mount Vernon, Indiana, upon a proposed Amendment to Lease (the “Amendment”) to

2026-242 NOTICE OF DETERMINATION Pursuant to Indiana Code § 6-1.1-20-5, notice is hereby given that the Board of Education of the Metropolitan School District of Mount Vernon has preliminarily determined to enter into a lease agreement and issue bonds in one or more series of bonds in the aggregate principal amount of $15,305,000 to fund the renovation of and improvements to facilities throughout the School Corporation including site and athletic improvements and the purchase

2026-241 REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PORTS OF INDIANA–MOUNT VERNON Build-Operate-Transfer Contract Mount Vernon Intermodal Transload Yard Proposal Deadline: October 1, 2026, 2 p.m. (Eastern Time) (No exceptions) Notice is hereby given that Ports of Indiana (POI) is seeking qualifications to design, develop, construct, and/or transfer improvements related to an Intermodal Transload Yard to be located in Ports of Indiana-Mount Vernon and to be developed under a Build-Operate-Transf

2026-240 STATE OF INDIANA ) ) SS: IN THE POSEY SUPERIOR COURT COUNTY OF POSEY ) IN THE MATTER OF THE ) CAUSE NO. 65D01-2608-EU-000050 ESTATE OF BRENDA K. SCHROEDER, ) DECEASED ) NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION Notice is hereby given that BARTT A. SCHROEDER, NEAL L. SCHROEDER and SHANE L. SCHROEDER was on the 8th day of September, 2026 appointed Co-Personal Representatives of the estate of BRENDA K. SCHROEDER, deceased, who died on July 26, 2026, and were authorized to

2026-239 City of Mount Vernon Unsafe Building Enforcement Authority 520 Main Street MT. VERNON, IN 47620 812-838-5576 TO: DATE: September 3, 2026 Robert Spray, Estate of Robert Spray, the unknown heirs assigns, and successors in interest to Robert Spray NOTICE OF DEMOLITION As a person or entity with a known or recorded interest in the real estate described below and commonly known as 236 S. Maple Street, Mount Vernon, IN you are hereby notified that the City

North Posey senior Avery Little prepares to execute the smack-down during the cross-county rivalry against Mt. Vernon this week. Photo by Dave Pearce By Dennis Marshall POSEYVILLE, Ind. — North Posey took the Battle for Posey County in straight sets Tuesday, Sept. 8, a match that was cleaner than it was flashy. The Vikings (8-4, 3-0 PAC) won 25-14, 25-11, 25-14 over the Wildcats (7-9, 1-6 PAC). “The bragging rights are especially fun when you know a few people from Mount Vern

Actor Rob Mello will be visiting the Alexandrian Public Library’s showing of his two horror-comedy movies on Saturday, October 3. He will sign autographs and pose for pictures at the movie marathon event. By Lois Mittino Gray Do you remember the good ole’ days of strolling down aisle after aisle of movies on display at video stores like Blockbuster on a Friday night? The Alexandrian Public Library in Mount Vernon is bringing back that fun with “Alexandrian Video,” a week-lon

Tommy Lee Winegar, of Mt. Vernon, passed away on September 13, 2026, at the age of 68. Born in Crawfordsville, Ind., to Kenny and Mary (Adams) Winegar. He had great love for his family, friends, NASCAR, hunting, and riding his beloved Harley Davidson. Over the years, he built a life centered on service, hard work, and deep love for his family. He was known for his humor, generosity, and steady presence; he found joy in spending time with his family and friends. He had retire

Kim A. Benthall-Wilson, 57, of Mt. Vernon, Ind., was reunited with her family and celebrated her 57th birthday with all those she loved, leaving behind her husband and many other special family members and friends to cherish the memories they shared with her. Kim was born on September 12, 1969, the only child of Paul and Ruth (Schneider) Benthall. Kim was a graduate of Mt. Vernon High School. Throughout her life, she held a few different jobs; however, the farm was always her

Donald Dean Stone, 95, planted his last crop and gathered his final harvest on Monday, September 7, 2026. Born June 30, 1931, to Orlie and Nancy (Jones) Stone in White County, Ill., Donald graduated from New Harmony School in 1949 During the Korean War, he was drafted into the United States Army and proudly served his country. Wounded in combat, Donald was awarded the Purple Heart for his sacrifice. His patriotism remained evident throughout his life, often displayed through

Mass of Christian Burial for Ray Gaesser, 73, of the Corning/Lenox area will be held Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 10 a.m., at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Lenox. Visitation will be held Friday, September 18, 2026 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church from 4 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed towards Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund or The Ray Gaesser Scholarship Fund. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.cummingsfamilyfuneralhom

Kathy Lou Hess, 74, of Poseyville, Ind., born May 8, 1952, to Malcolm Eugene East, Sr. and Betty Lou (Robinson) East in Evansville, Ind., passed away, Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at Deaconess Hospital Midtown in Evansville, Ind. She attended South Gibson Apostolic Church and worked at Hoehn Plastics, Broerman Chevrolet and Harolds Restaurant. She enjoyed puzzles, bunco and family. Surviving are her son: Matthew Hess; sister: Sharon Roach and nieces and nephews: Tina Stoneberge

Gary Edward Gilmore, 88, of Evansville, Ind., born September 24, 1937, to Charles C. and Mildred L. (Fithian) Gilmore in Griffin, Ind., passed away, Saturday, September 5, 2026 at his home in Evansville, Ind. He graduated from Griffin High School in 1955 and received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Evansville in 1960. He taught at Griffin High School and North Posey High School and was a basketball coach at the grade school level. He worked at Whirlpool as a Cost

James H. Hamm, 44, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away on September 9, 2026, with his family by his side. He was born on November 22, 1981, in Tupelo, Miss., the son of James Roland Hamm and Sallie Kendricks. He was raised with the love and support of his mother, Sallie, and his stepfather, Steve Kendricks. James had been a resident of Posey County, Ind., for the past 18 years. He dedicated 15 years of his life to the trucking industry, including nine years with The Cox Group.

Ralph W. Lowe, 73, of New Harmony, passed away peacefully in the loving arms of his wife, Denise, at his home on September 8, 2026. Ralph and Denise had been married for 51 years. Ralph was born on November 8, 1952, in West Terre Haute, Ind., the son of Eugene and Marianna “Hodges” Lowe. As a child, Ralph was more at home exploring the outdoors in Tell City, Ind. He spent every day he could outside studying nature and the animals. After graduating high school, Ralph attended

Roger D. Waters, age 72, of Mount Vernon, Ind., passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 6, 2026. He was born on March 2 (or 3, according to who you ask), 1954, to Cecil Sr. and Martha Waters. He is survived by his loving wife and soulmate of 43 years, Synda (Cox) Waters; his very lucky two “baby girls” who think he hung the moon, Savannah (David) Axley and Janelle (Jordan) Burton; his three grandchildren, who were his whole world, Mason and Kenadee Axley and Jailyn Burt