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By Lois Mittino Gray All is not lost for getting possible federal funding to repair the New Harmony Bridge, things just may be delayed for a little while now, according to Rod Clark, Chairperson of the New Harmony-Wabash River Bridge Authority. “There is still a positive movement on the repairs. U.S. Senator Jim Banks continues to be really involved and introduced a funding proposal in the Senate for 25-million dollars in federal funding. Senate bills, such as this one, are u

North Posey’s Nora Lindenburg goes high in an attempt to put this shot away during semi-state action at Bedford-North Lawrence on Saturday. The Vikings lost a heart-breaker 15-13 in the fifth set to eventual champion Heritage Christian. Photo by Dave Pearce By Dennis Marshall BEDFORD, Ind. — North Posey’s ninth five-set match of the season ended with a two-point advantage in total scoring over Heritage Christian and a two-point deficit in the set that decided which team would

Celeste and Isaac Eisterhold display their Volunteer Service Awards at the Oct. 27 Posey County 4-H banquet, recognizing their work organizing the annual livestock auction and other 4-H activities. Photo by Dennis Marshall Staff Report Posey County 4-H celebrated another year of accomplishments during its annual Achievement Banquet on Tuesday, Oct. 27, recognizing members for their success at the county and state fairs while honoring the volunteers and club leaders who suppor

2026-277 NOTICE TO BIDDERS Notice is hereby given that the undersigned Board of Commissioners of Posey County, IN. Will receive sealed bids at the Posey County Auditor’s Office in the Coliseum, Mt. Vernon IN. Up to the hour of 4:00P.M. local time. On November 16, 2026 or up to 9:00A.M. On November 17, 2026. Letting date November 17, 2026 Specification on all items below can be picked up at the Auditor’s Office. SECTION I Item No. 1 & 2 Unleaded gasoline SECTION II Item No. 1-

Susan J. White, 61, of Mt. Vernon, passed away on October 31, 2026, at Community Hospital in Indianapolis. Susan was born on October 26, 1965, the daughter of Charles Denton and Linda (Roberts) Young. She attended Mt. Vernon High School and later worked various jobs throughout her career, including clerical positions at Schultheis Insurance and Danks & Danks, as well as working at Mead Johnson. Susan was truly a social butterfly who loved being around people. She never passed

Rita E. Reich McKinney, 92, of Mt. Vernon, Ind., passed away October 30, 2026 at Mt. Vernon Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was born August 3, 1934 in Mt. Vernon, Ind., to the late Wilburn and Eunice (Allen) Jackson. Rita graduated from Mt. Vernon High School. She was a lifetime member of Olive Chapel United Methodist Church prior to its closing. Rita enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing, and above all, her greatest joy was caring for her boys. She was preceded in death by her p

Chasity Caroline (Brandenstein) Harnishfeger, 43, of Poseyville, Ind., born December 9, 1982, to Russell Keith and Tamara Lou (Bridges) Brandenstein in Evansville, Ind., passed away, Sunday, October 25, 2026 at her home in Poseyville, Ind. She graduated from North Posey High School in 2001 and worked at Help at Home agency as a caregiver for 20 years. She enjoyed playing the game Bump, going to music concerts with her daughter, car derbies with her son and supporting her chil

Patricia Stewart, 69, of Mt. Vernon, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 30, 2026, at Deaconess Hospital. She was born February 25, 1957, in Mt. Vernon, the daughter of Marce Oliver Stewart, Sr. and Betty Ann (Kirk) Stewart. Known to many as “Granny Pat,” Patricia was a one-of-a-kind person who left a lasting impression on everyone she met. She was known for her big personality, love of music, and ability to make the most of every moment. She enjoyed listening to her

Posey County resident Kelly Collins, center, has data center questions answered by representatives from Amazon during their meeting with the public on Thursday evening at the Posey County Fairgrounds. Photo by Dave Pearce By Dennis Marshall NEW HARMONY, Ind. — Amazon Web Services has identified farmland just east of Mount Vernon and south of AstraZeneca as a potential site for a data center in Posey County. This gives residents their clearest look yet at where the company mig

Mt. Vernon Wildcat Jordan Greathouse goes up for a catch during sectional football action Friday night at Corydon Central. The Wildcats got their first play-off since 2015 and will face Mater Dei in Mt. Vernon on Friday night. Photo by Garry Beeson By Dennis Marshall Mount Vernon’s first playoff win since 2015 came decisively at Corydon Central on Friday, Oct. 23. Eastin Hall and Saint Henderson combined for five rushing touchdowns and 240 yards on 17 carries, running with th

Brandon Cole smiles as he competes in the The Tecumseh Trail Challenge on October 17, 2026. Photo supplied By Brandon Cole A friend of mine suggested I should run a half-marathon trail race. Garrett Craig is an impressive runner. He was going to do the 50K Tecumseh Trail Challenge. I hadn’t run a race in probably seven years. I have run a 50K ultra trail run once, a couple marathons, more than a few half marathons, and even some 5K races. That sounds good, but to be honest, a

2026-276 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING At the City of Mount Vernon, IN Common Council meeting held on October 7, 2026, the Common Council acknowledged receipt of seven amendments to the Posey County Uniform Development Ordinance, (the “Amendments to the UDO”). Prior to the adoption, rejection, or amendment of the Amendments to the UDO, the Common Council of the City of Mount Vernon, Indiana (“Council”) will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 at 6:30 PM at the Mo

On Saturday, October 17, 2026, Joan Hornback Penrose passed away at age 78. She was a talented artist whose work reached galleries from St. Louis to New Orleans. She delighted everyone who knew her with her sketches; some serious and some whimsical, decorating everything from a gypsy vardo to suitcases that could never be mistaken for anyone else’s. She was an avid musician, playing Chopin on piano, standards on guitar, and bluegrass on dulcimer, autoharp, and occasionally ma

Rita Ann Gries, 90, of Poseyville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at Deaconess Hospital Midtown Campus surrounded by her family. Rita was born on September 25, 1936, in Poseyville, Indiana to the late Joseph Jacob and Florentina (Spahn) Schmitt. Rita was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, a wonderful cook and avid gardener. She was a longtime, faithful member of St. Wendel Catholic Church; a longtime member of the Quilter’s Club a

Donald R. Kolley, 78, of Lynnville passed away on October 20, 2026. He was born on May 10, 1948, to the late Charles and Ada Mae (Kiefer) Kolley. Don was an avid outdoorsman and trapper. He was a founding member of Chapter 7C Fur Takers of America. He also enjoyed fishing and hunting with his family and friends. Don loved to garden, growing his tomatoes and selling them at his produce stand, where he met new friends and told his many stories. He was preceded in death by his p

Dorris Eugene Brandenstein, 87, of Cynthiana, Ind., born June 27, 1939, to Henry and Elizabeth “Minnie” (Schweikhart) Brandenstein in Rapture, Ind., passed away, Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Ascension Hospital in Evansville, Ind. He was a United States Army Veteran and a member of the Cynthiana Masonic Lodge 710 and enjoyed fishing. Surviving are his son: John D. Brandenstein (Trina); daughter: Patrizia Bruner (Bob); grandchildren: Brandy Will (Aaron), Jacob Brandenstein (Kat

Geraldine C. Schweikhart, 84, of Evansville, passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at the Linda E. White Hospice House surrounded by her family. Geraldine was born on January 19, 1942, in Evansville to the late Roy Eichenberger and Margaret (Heilman) Parks. She loved the ocean and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law, Cherie and Rob Johnson; stepdaughter, Gina (Mike) Bobrow; stepsons, Glen (Diana) Schweikhart

David C. Walz passed away peacefully on June 14, 2026, at the age of 85, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Indianapolis, Ind., to Edward G. Walz and Helen (Sara) (Whitinghill) Walz, David spent his childhood in New Harmony, Ind., where he developed a lifelong appreciation for nature, music, and community. David earned a bachelor’s degree in Forestry from Indiana University before serving his country in the United States Army. Following his military service, he bui

Caroline “Dale” Kennedy (née Field), 88, of New Harmony, Ind., died peacefully in her sleep on October 23, 2026, at the Charles Ford Memorial Home, where she had resided since 2016. Born in Manhattan, New York, on April 21, 1938, Dale’s unconventional upbringing included four mothers: a birth mother, an adoptive mother, and two stepmothers. She developed into a fiercely independent woman with an irrepressible sense of humor and style. A Northwestern University graduate and lo