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Indiana State Police Summer Youth Camps

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Every summer since 1970, the Indiana State Police has offered law enforcement summer camps for Hoosier youth. To date, over 45,000 young Hoosiers have been afforded the opportunity to spend face time with law enforcement officers in a positive environment.

Countless camp graduates have gone on to careers in law enforcement and other related fields. In fact, many of the camp graduates go on to be adult camp counselors, after they begin their law enforcement careers.

The camps are designed to help students get an up close and personal view of law enforcement and the criminal justice system, but more importantly, gain respect for themselves and others. This is all done through programs that reward hard work, dedication and team work.

The camps always include demonstrations by Indiana State Police SWAT, Explosive Ordinance Disposal, Scuba and other specialty teams. Troopers volunteer to put on demonstrations on a variety of topics. The camp staffs are handpicked law enforcement personnel who dedicate their time to preparing youth for their futures.

The Indiana Troopers Youth Services schedule for the 46th year of summer camp programs is complete. Coordinated by the Indiana Troopers Youth Services organization, the camps will be staffed by Indiana State Police officers and officers from other law enforcement organizations.

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The 2016 Camp Schedule is as follows:

The Law camps will have two locations:
Vincennes University, June 15th -18th, Sgt. Eric Dunn, Director.
Anderson University, July 6th-9th, Sgt. Tony Slocum, Director.

The Career Camps cover grades 9 -12 with three locations:

Vincennes University- July 10th-15th, Master Trooper Troy Boyd, Director
Trine University- July 10th -15th, Master Trooper Marc Leatherman, Director
St. Joseph College (Rensselaer) – July 17th-22nd, Trooper Danielle Elwood, Director

The ITYS will host three Pioneer Camps:

Potato Creek State Park- St, Joseph County, Director Trooper Ben Ennis
Mounds State Park- Anderson, Director Trooper Jeremy Mason
Lincoln State Park- Spencer County, Co-Directors Sgt. Rob Gardner and Master Trooper Tom Campbell

If you know a child that may be interested in attending a camp, or if you would like more information, please visit the Indiana Troopers Youth Services Web Site at http://trooper.org/

The Indiana Troopers Youth Services will host the 3rd Annual Summer Camp Golf Outing on Wednesday May 18that Meadowbrook Golf Course in Anderson. This is a big fund raiser for the camps and is open to anyone that would like to play or support. For more information, or to sign up to play in the golf outing, please visithttp://trooper.org/itys-3rd-annual-golf-outing/

If you know a child that may be interested in attending a camp, or if you would like more information, please visit the Indiana Troopers Youth Services Web Site at http://trooper.org/

The Indiana Troopers Youth Services will host the 3rd Annual Summer Camp Golf Outing on Wednesday, May 18th at Meadowbrook Golf Course in Anderson. This is a big fund raiser for the camps and is open to anyone that would like to play or support. For more information, or to sign up to play in the golf outing, please visithttp://trooper.org/itys-3rd-annual-golf-outing/

I-65 Patching Continues South of Scottsburg Next Week

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Indiana Department of Transportation’s contractor for repairing and repaving Interstate 65 between Scottsburg and Henryville will make partial-depth asphalt patches next week between mile markers 21.0 and 29.0 as part of a $12.4 million pavement preservation project.

  • Overnight Sunday (APRIL 10) beginning at 9 p.m.—southbound I-65 right lane closure between mile markers 22.5 and 21.5
  • Overnight Monday (APRIL 11) beginning at 9 p.m.—northbound I-65 left lane closure between mile markers 22.0 and 27.0
  • Overnight Tuesday (APRIL 12) beginning at 9 p.m.—northbound I-65 left lane closure between mile markers 27.0 and 29.0 and southbound left lane closure between mile markers 29.0 and 27.0
  • Overnight Wednesday (APRIL 13) beginning at 9 p.m.—southbound I-65 left lane closure between mile markers 27.0 and 22.0
  • Overnight Thursday (APRIL 14) beginning at 9 p.m.—southbound left lane closure between mile markers 24.0 and 21.0

All restrictions will be lifted by 6 a.m. the next mornings.

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E & B Paving of Clarksville is the state’s contractor for this pavement project located between a north terminus at 0.43 miles north of S.R. 56 to a south terminus 0.5 miles north of S.R. 160 in Scott and Clark Counties.

A median crossover at the 22.0 mile marker is impacting traffic when the Brownstown Road twin bridges are being replaced.  Motorists traveling Brownstown Road are being detoured west of I-65 along County Line Road and Salem Road, and east of I-65 on County Line Road to U.S. Highway 31.

Wesley Lee Graves, age 47

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Wesley Lee Graves, age 47 of Pekin, passed away Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 12:50 am, in the Floyd County Memorial Hospital. Born January 19, 1969 in New Albany, Indiana, he was the son of the late Steven and Christine (Holloway) Graves.

He was an employee of GKN Sinter Metals in Salem and a former employee of the old Kimball Office Furniture – Borden Division.

He had been a life resident of Washington County and was a graduate of Eastern High School. Survivors include: 2 Sisters: Teresa Rickard and Sharon Graves of Pekin. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Steven G. and Kenneth Graves.

Friends are invited to visit from 4 to 8 pm on Tuesday at the Dawalt Funeral Home.

I-64 Lane Closure Near Georgetown Sunday-Monday

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The Indiana Department of Transportation plans to close Interstate 64’s eastbound right lane from mile marker 117.5 to mile marker 119.5 this Sunday (APRIL 10) at 9 a.m. while construction crews saw cutpavement, remove failing roadbed and make full-depth concrete patches.

road_construction_sign-300x202Restrictions should be lifted by 5 a.m. Monday.

Sunday’s work is weather dependent.

This marks the beginning of weekend closures required by concrete placement and curing for a $7.2 million repair and resurfacing project on I-74 between State Road 62/S.R. 64 near Georgetown and the Kentucky state line at the Sherman-Minton bridge.

E & B Paving of Clarksville is INDOT’s contractor charged with making full-depth concrete patches and partial-depth asphalt patches before milling the roadway and installing a new asphalt surface on this 6-mile section of I-64 in Floyd County.

Concrete patching will occur every weekend—expect during Thunder Over Louisville and Derby weekend—9 a.m. Sunday mornings through 5 a.m. Monday mornings, weather permitting.  Partial depth asphalt patching will be scheduled during nighttime hours once concrete work has been completed.

I-64’s traffic count is 43,790 vehicles per day.

Debbie Lynn Smedley age 59

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Mrs.  of Salem passed away Thursday, April 7 at University of Louisville Hospital.

Mrs. Smedley was born July 14, 1956 in Louisville, Kentucky the daughter of John William Perkins and Wilma Gertrude Gilley Temple.  She was a retired employee of Kimball’s and a former employee of LeWeb Industries.  She was a member of the Paoli Wednesday Night Bowling League.

Debbie married John Smedley on April 1, 1977.  She is survived by her husband:  John Smedley of Salem, a son:  John Gregory Smedley-Warren of Nashville, Tennessee, two daughters:  Rebecca Michelle Archibald of Salem and Stephanie Phipps Blue of Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, a sister:  Lori Highfill of Salem, and three grandchildren:  Gracelynn Archibald, Xavier Archibald, and Brady Blue.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother:  Jerry Perkins of Salem, and a sister:  Rita Cobb of New Albany.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 10:00AM at Weathers Funeral Home.  Cremation will follow. Visitation will be Monday from 4-8PM and Tuesday from 9AM-time of service.

 

Bernard Verl Chastain age 91

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Mr. Bernard Verl Chastain age 91 of Campbellsburg passed away Thursday, April 7 at Schneck Medical Center in Seymour.

Mr. Chastain was born June 16, 1924 in Benton County, Indiana the son of Ivis Verl and Ophelia Lois Johns Chastain.  He was employed first as a carpenter and helped to build the Grissom Memorial, he then went on to retire from both B.F. Goodrich and the Farm Service Agency.  He was a member of Mitchell Church of Christ.

Bernard is survived by his wife:  Ramona Sue Sabens Chastain.  They were married August 31, 1979.  He is also survived by two sons:  Edwin Chastain and Gary Chastain (Linda) both of Campbellsburg, a daughter: Rhonda Chastain of Campbellsburg, a step-son:  Chad McClure (Debbie) of Salem, three step-daughters: Debra Dean of Scottsburg, Dana Green (Danny) of Salem and Deana Bagshaw (Aaroyn) of Campbellsburg, 16 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his sister:  Betty Myers and his parents.

Funeral services will be held Monday at 1:00PM at Weathers Funeral Home.  Burial will follow in Crown Hill Cemetery.  Visitation will be Sunday from 3-8PM and Monday from 9AM-time of service.

Jewell M. Hollen, age 92

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Jewell M. Hollen, age 92 of Salem, passed away Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 12:20 am, in the Meadow View Health Care Center.

Born August 31, 1923 in Birdseye, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Ollie and Nova (Sinclair) King. She was a homemaker. She married December 14, 1939 to Edward W. Hollen, who passed away April 12, 1998 .

Survivors include: 5 Sons: Donnie C. Hollen, Kermit D. Hollen, Dennis E. Hollen Sr., David N. Hollen and Steve K. Hollen, all of Salem; 1 Brother: Everett King, Huntingburg; 1 Sister: Nova Landis, Texas and along with her children, she helped raise 2 of her 20 grandchildren, Cindy Levering and Dennis Hollen Jr. She is also survived several great grandchildren and several great great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by 3 daughters; Wilma Howell, Camella Smith and Janice White, 1 grandson, Anthony Hollen, 2 granddaughters, Teresa Smedley and Susan Lee and 2 brothers; Dean and Ivan King.

Funeral Service: 11:00 am Monday at Dawalt Funeral Home

Visitation: 4 to 8 pm Sunday and after 9 am Monday.
Interment at Crown Hill Cemetery.

COLTS Coming to Louisville and Jasper this summer

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The Indianapolis Colts will kick off their 2016 summer event schedule with a “Colts at Bat” event hosted in conjunction with the Louisville Bats, Friday, May 20 at 5:30 p.m. at Louisville Slugger Field.

This marks the thirteenth consecutive year the Indianapolis Colts have hosted a traveling summer tour featuring players and cheerleaders.

downloadThe summer events will include three Fan Fests; a Mini-Camp and Movie Night at Lucas Oil Stadium, presented by Speedway; as well as two “Colts at Bat” events hosted in conjunction with the Louisville Bats and Fort Wayne Tin Caps.

A complete schedule is listed below. Additional details are available onwww.colts.com/events.

“Our summer events around Indiana and Louisville have become a signature part of our organization over the past thirteen years,” said Pete Ward, Indianapolis Colts COO.

“We have passionate fans throughout this region, and we are thrilled to have the opportunity to thank them for their support every year at these tour stops.”

Colts Fan Fests

Waldron, Monticello and Jasper

Colts Fan Fests are free and open to the public, and include live music, autographs from Colts players and cheerleaders, free Colts giveaways and Colts In Motion, the team’s traveling museum.  Fans may also sign up for one of the Colts Official Fan Clubs, register to win Colts tickets, play on the Colts interactive inflatables and test their skills in the Play 60 Zone.

“Colts at Bat” Events

Louisville Bats, Fort Wayne Tin Caps

The Colts will partner with the Louisville Bats and Fort Wayne Tin Caps for two “Colts at Bat” events. During these events, the Colts will provide several elements for fans attending the baseball games, including player autographs prior to the first pitch, cheerleader autographs and performances, Colts Mascot Blue, free Colts giveaways and Colts In Motion, the team’s traveling museum. Fans may also sign up for one of the Colts Official Fan Clubs and register to win Colts tickets. Attendees must purchase a ticket to the baseball game in order to participate in the “Colts at Bat” activities.

 

Colts Mini-Camp and Movie Night, presented by Speedway

On June 8, Colts fans will have the opportunity to visit Lucas Oil Stadium for a free practice viewing and movie night featuring “The LEGO® Movie” during the team’s Mini-Camp, presented by Speedway. More details, including the schedule of activities, will be announced soon.

 

Special notes:  The Colts encourage all fans to arrive early at summer events. The line for player and cheerleader autographs may be cut off at any time to ensure the tour remains on schedule. Inclement weather or traffic may cause for late arrival or early departure. All Summer Tour events will take place rain or shine. Fans will be allowed one autograph per person; however, fans may get back in line for additional autographs. All Colts event times are local.  Player names for each event will be announced in May, but are subject to change.

 

2016 Colts Summer Event Schedule

 

Friday, May 20, 2016 | 5:30 p.m.

Colts at Bat with the Louisville Bats

Louisville Slugger Field

401 East Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202
*Player autographs from 5:30-6:45pm and Cheerleader autographs from 7:30pm-5th inning

 

Thursday, May 26, 2016 | 5-7 p.m.

Colts Fan Fest

Waldron Elementary School

306 S. East Street

Waldron, IN 46182

 

Wednesday, June 1, 2016 | 5-7 p.m.

Colts Fan Fest

Constitution Plaza

110 N. Main Street
Monticello, IN 47960

 

Thursday, June 2, 2016 | 5:30 p.m.

Colts at Bat with the Fort Wayne TinCaps

Parkview Field
1301 Ewing Street

Ft. Wayne, IN 46802
*Player autographs from 5:30-6:45pm and Cheerleader autographs from 7:30pm-5th inning

 

Wednesday, June 8, 2016 | 2-10 p.m.

Colts Mini-Camp and Movie Night*

Lucas Oil Stadium

500 S. Capitol Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46225

*More details, including ticket information, coming soon.

 

Thursday, June 9, 2016 | 5-7 p.m.

Colts Fan Fest

Jasper Train Depot

201 Mill Street
Jasper, IN 47546

WW Performs Nunsense This Weekend

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The West Washington Jr./Sr. High School Drama Club will perform Nunsense: The Mega-Musical Version at the West Washington Elementary Multi-purpose Gym on Friday, April 8 at 7:30 P.M.; Saturday, April 9 at 7:30 P.M.; and Sunday, April 10 at 3:00 P.M. All tickets are $8.00.nunsense_logo(2)

Media Contest Part Of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month

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April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the annual Drive Now TXT L8R Social Media Contest is an opportunity for Indiana high school, trade school, and college students to win scholarships, as well as spread the word to “Drive Now, TXT L8R.” Participants have a chance to win up to $5,000 in scholarships.

DriveNowTxtL8R_roundThis year, the contest has undergone a few changes:

All participants need to register their entries and contact information. Registration is open now until April 30, 2016.

Registration is available here. (bit.ly/1Uxlu5s)

Winners will not be selected by “Likes,” but by creativity in this year’s contest. Participants are encouraged to read updated rules carefully at www.txtl8r.in.gov.

The campaign’s new Twitter account, @TXTL8R_IN will offer resources and helpful information during contest. There, participants can find their entries retweeted and join in the cause to keep their peers safe on the roads.

The Drive Now TXT L8R Social Media Contest is run in partnership by the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Indiana Criminal Justice Institute, Indiana Department of Labor, Indiana Department of Transportation and the Indiana State Police.

For more information, go to www.txtl8r.in.gov, email txtl8r@bmv.in.gov, or follow @TXTL8R_IN on Twitter.