Davisson and Arnold want roads named for Vietnam Vets

February 26, 2015

State Representative Steve Davisson (R-Salem) authored a resolution honoring Indiana’s Vietnam veterans.

The bill co-authored by State Rep. Lloyd Arnold (R-Leavenworth), urges the Indiana Department of Transportation to establish the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway, located at State Road 56 and U.S. 150 between Paoli and French Lick.

“When many of these honorable individuals came home from Vietnam, they often did not re ceive the welcome they deserved,” says Rep. Davisson. “I felt this was an opportunity to thank them not just once, but every day, for their bravery and dedication to our freedom.”

The Vietnam War was one of the longest wars in our nation’s history. Approximately 187,600 men and women from Indiana served in the war, and of those 1,625 resided in Orange County.

During the war, a total of 1,534 Hoosiers were killed in action. In their honor, HCR 23 would rename part of Indiana State Road 56 and U.S. 150 that converge as a single roadway as the Orange County Veterans Memorial Highway.

Secondly, the bridge spanning Lick Creek, at U.S. 150 and State Road 56, would be designated the Orange County Vietnam Veterans Bridge.

Rep. Davisson represents parts of Washington, Orange, Lawrence, Jackson, Clark and Harrison Counties.

Rep. Arnold (R-Leavenworth) represents portions of Spencer, Dubois, Perry, Crawford and Orange counties

UPDATE: Identities Released in Paoli Shooting

February 25, 2015

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One man from North Carolina is dead and another from Bedford is in the hospital in Louisville after an arguement turned deadly this morning in Paoli.

Michael Dale Kilpatrick, 48, of Saint Pauls, North Carolina was pronounced dead earlier today after he was taken by ambulance to IU Health of Paoli, where he died of his self-inflicted wounds. All efforts by the Indiana State Police Department to locate and notify relatives have, so far, been unsuccessful.

According to the Indiana State Police, Kieth Wagner, 30, Bedford, began arguing with Kilpatrick in the north driveway of Classic Muscle Cars and Parts, located along State Road 37 at County Farm Road.

The argument escalated into a fight, and Kilpatrick and Wagner began wrestling in the driveway.

A short time later, Wagner ran from the fight and locked himself inside a building.

Kilpatrick followed Wagner to the building and began beating on the window. Afraid that Kilpatrick was going to break out the business glass, Wagner unlocked the door and let Kilpatrick and a witness inside.

Once inside, Kilpatrick shot Wagner in the abdomen and neck at point blank range. Kilpatrick turned his weapon on the witness and fired additional shots but missed.

As Kilpatrick ran from the building behind the business, Orange County Deputies and Indiana State Troopers arrived on scene, attempting to locate Kilpatrick.

After reaching a tree line behind the business, Kilpatrick shot himself.

Kilpatrick was taken by ambulance to IU Health of Paoli and Wagner was airlifted to the University of Louisville hospital in Louisville, KY and is currently being treated for his injuries.

Morning Argument in Paoli Turns Deadly

February 25, 2015

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A dispute at an automotive body shop on the north side of Paoli ended with deadly consequences.

At 10:37 this morning, two employees at the body shop began arguing in the north driveway of the shop, located along State Road 37 at County Farm Road. The argument escalated into a fight, and the two men began wrestling in the driveway. A short time later, the victim in this case ran from the fight and locked himself inside a building.

The suspect followed the victim to the building and began beating on the window. Afraid that the suspect was going to break out the business glass, the victim unlocked the door and let the suspect and a witness inside. Once inside, the suspect shot the victim in the chest and neck at point blank range. The suspect turned his weapon on the witness and fired additional shots but missed.

As the suspect ran from the building behind the business, two Orange County police officers arrived on scene chased after the suspect. After reaching a tree line behind the business, the suspect shot himself.

The suspect was airlifted to Louisville for medical treatment; however, he died in-flight. The victim was additionally airlifted to Louisville and is currently being treated for his injuries.

Identification of those involved is currently being withheld pending family notifications and further information to be obtained. They will be released when available.

Wal-Mart’s Wage Hike Will Benefit New Salem Workers

February 24, 2015

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Last week, Walmart said that it will spend $1 billion this year to give raises to half-a-million workers — which will benefit workers in the new Wal-Mart planned for Salem and could give many of them jobs earning $10 an hour.

About 500,000 full- and part-time associates at both Walmart and the company’s Sam’s Club warehouse stores will start making $9 an hour or more in April.

The world’s largest retailer made the announcement last Thursday as part of its fourth-quarter earnings report.

The new wage hike is at least $1.75 more than the federal minimum hourly wage of $7.25.

By February 2016, hourly employees will make at least $10 an hour after completing about six months of training.

CEO Doug McMillon said that the decision to hike wages was made as part of a strategy to retain employees and improve customer service.

“We want associates that care about the company and are highly engaged in our business and are leaning in,” he said. “Those feelings generate a customer experience that drives growth.”

Walmart employs more than 1.3 million people in the U.S. Of the 500,000 employees getting raises, approximately 6,000 currently make the federal minimum of $7.25 an hour, says spokesperson Kory Lundberg.

The remaining 494,000 employees getting raises are either making between $7.25 and $9 an hour, or more than $9 an hour and are getting raises to meet new minimum or maximum pay grades for certain positions.

Full-time employees currently make an average of $12.85 an hour, and part-time employees make an average of $9.48, Lundberg says. Those averages will increase to $13 and $10 respectively under the new plan.

The announcement comes as Walmart has experienced declining store traffic for months and has lost some of its edge as a leader on price, as dollar stores, Amazon, Target and other rivals become more competitive.

A groundbreaking on the Wal-Mart in Salem is planned for early March.

A 150,000+ square foot Wal-Mart Super Center, a little larger than the Scottsburg project will be constructed on East Hackberry Street.

In fact, according to Randall Hake, VP of Commercial Development with Cedarwood Development, the store will be the largest Wal-Mart in Southern Indiana.

Timeline — construction will begin in mid-2015 and opening is planned for 2016.

Employment is expected to be 300-400 with additional employees for restaurants and ancillary businesses located around the facility.

There will be approx. 640 parking spaces in the parking lot.

Groups coming to Mercury Ballroom

February 24, 2015

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Several music groups are coming to the Mercury Ballroom in Louisville including Atmosphere, G. Love, Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue, HellYeah and Nico and Vinz.

Tickets on sale this Friday, February 27.

The full schedule is

Atmosphere – Sunday, April 26
G.Love – Thursday, April 30.
Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue – Wednesday, May 13
HellYeah – Saturday, May 16.
Nico & Vinz – Sunday, May 24

Minneapolis is known for many things — pretty lakes, the Mall of America, lutefisk. But 17 years ago, hip-hop act Atmosphere transformed the city into something else entirely: a nexus from which underground rap spiraled-out to the masses and they will now be performing at the Mercury Ballroom on Sunday, April 26.

With an overachieving-underdog spirit, MC Sean “Slug” Daley and producer Anthony “Ant” Davis push the boundaries of what indie rap can mean. The duo create works that are deeply introspective and sometimes conflicted. Atmospheres songs capture everything from a blazing, anthemic takedown, to ebb-and-flow, to loss, to emotional abandoning.

Ant’s behind-the-board acumen is also key to Atmosphere’s unique sound: the live instrumentations provide vibrant tonal contrast to Slug’s often-weighty subject matter.

Despite the variation in individual songs, Atmosphere’s albums truly captivate what it is like to love something so much that you submit to the moment. Slug’s stalwart perfectionism stems from his need to translate things he relates to into universal messages — which is why even after all these years, Atmosphere remains relevant in the rap game. “Do I want to be a positive energy source for the movement?” Slug says. “There is purpose behind what I do than just talking about me.”

Tickets are $25 in advance. Showtime is 8:00 p.m. – Doors open at 7:00 p.m. All ages are welcome. Service charges not included on ticket prices. Tickets subject to price increases day of show. Tickets may be purchased at www.mercuryballroom.com or at The Louisville Palace Box Office, 625 South Fourth Street.

Taste of Lamb event coming up March 19

February 24, 2015

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The Washington County Sheep Association is hosting “A Taste of Lamb”. It will be held on Thursday, March 19 at 6:00 p.m. at Southern Hills Church located just south of Salem on State Road 135.

This year the “Taste of Lamb” will feature a Lamb Cook-off. Attendees will enjoy a complete meal featuring approximately six locally grown lamb dishes.

Attendees will then vote for their favorite lamb dish and prizes will be awarded to the top three. Those in attendance will also learn how to prepare lamb, and can take home recipes to try.

The cost for “A Taste of Lamb” meal is $10 per person. Reservations are required. Please RSVP by calling the Purdue Extension – Washington County office at 812-883-4601 by Thursday, March 5.

Anyone that would like to compete in the Lamb Cook-off should contact the Purdue Extension-Washington County Office by March 5th also. Locally grown lamb will be provided by the Washington County Sheep Association for competitors to prepare their dish.

The Washington County Sheep Association is also compiling a Lamb Cookbook. Anyone that has a lamb recipe that they would like to submit for the cookbook should leave it at the Purdue Extension – Washington County office by March 5.

4H Shooting Sports Begins March 3

February 24, 2015

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Interested in shooting, hunting, firearm safety, and meeting new friends? If so and you are in grades 3-12, then the 4‐H Shooting Sports Program is for you. The first session will be held on Tuesday, March 3.

It will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the 4-H Building at the Washington County Fairgrounds. All interested youth and a parent or guardian should plan to attend and pay their Shooting Sports club dues of $10/person or $15/family.

4‐H Shooting Sports is a county‐wide 4‐H club with it’s own officers and dues. The purpose of this club is to make young people as safe as possible around firearms; promote leadership, friendship, self‐control andlearning; and to help them to work and play together.

Coordinator of the program is Paul Branaman. Instructors include: Mark Nantz, David Day, Randall Bills, Don Bieghler, Tim and Lisa Rose.

Participants will be able to choose which discipline (pistol, rifle, archery, shotgun) they want to participate in.

4-H Shooting Sports will meet on Tuesday evenings, March 3 through April 28. These sessions will be held from 7-9 p.m. in the 4-H building at the Washington County Fairgrounds. In addition to the regular Shooting Sports sessions, monthly outdoor 22 shoots are also being planned for spring and summer.

Anyone interested in joining Shooting Sports who has not already enrolled in 4-H must do so prior to March 3. A paper 4-H enrollment form can be filled out and turned in at the Purdue Extension – Washington County office, along with the $20 4-H enrollment fee.

If you would like more information about the Washington County 4‐H Shooting Sports Program, contact Purdue Extension – Washington County office at 812-883-4601.

Kentuckiana Red Cross Manager is 2014 National Representative of the Year

February 24, 2015

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Joseph Conder, the Red Cross Account Manager and Donor Recruitment Rep in the Southern Indiana and Louisville area for the past 7 years received the 2014 National Representative of the Year award. unnamed (800x629)

Condor expresses the constant mindset that donors and patients are our #1 priority, and he works countless hours educating the public on the importance of our mission.

His goal each day is to provide excellent customer service, closely followed by fun and creating “smiles for everyone,” he said.

Joe takes ownership of the entire blood program in his territory. He successfully met 122 percent of his annual goal with 100 percent drive efficiency. Joe has been in his current territory for 16 months, and after the 30-day transition period, he has met goal every month. Joe spends most Sundays at churches, educating people on the importance of blood donation. Subsequently, he has grown his APO from 28.6 to 32.3 units, collecting an additional 325 faith-based units without additional operations.

He has helped penetrate accounts in the Indiana Blood Center’s territory and successfully collected 208 units from first-time sponsors that previously donated to the competition. In addition, he grew his joint accounts shared by the competitor by 498 units in FY14.

As a team player, Joe successfully helps cover vacant territories while maintaining his territory’s productivity, and he helped ensure an additional 1,104 units of blood were collected outside of his normal job expectations. He also helps train new representatives, going on ride-alongs when needed and attending sales calls.

PIXIES RETURN TO THE LOUISVILLE PALACE ON MAY 15TH

February 23, 2015

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Having played more than 120 shows across four continents over an 18-month period, Pixes announce they will take

to the road again this Spring, performing at select major U.S. music festivals as well as headlining shows at intimate

theatres in many cities missed in 2013-2014.

The run kicks off on May 1 at the Beale Street Music Festival in Memphis, TN. Tickets for this run go on sale to the

public Friday, February 27. For pre-sale and other ticketing info, log onto http://www.pixiesmusic.com.

The tour will also set the stage for the debut of some brand-new Pixies songs, written and arranged just in the past

For these dates, Pixies – Black Francis, Joey Santiago and David Lovering – will once again be joined by touring

bassist Paz Lenchain, who has been playing with the band since January, 2014. All headline shows will feature a

new and more varied set packed with songs from the entire Pixies catalogue, full of distortion howls and all the vivid

dissonance a Pixies fan would expect. – all performed on a sparse yet stunning stage.

Twenty-thirteen and 2014 were pivotal years for Pixies, with founding member Kim Deal’s departure, the band’s

decision to work with a variety of touring bass players as opposed to finding a permanent replacement for her,

the release of Indie Cindy, Pixies’ first new album in more than twenty years, 12 innovative music videos, many of

which were conceived and directed by up-and-coming filmmakers and have racked up nearly six-million views, and

sold-out shows across the globe.

Samtec, Inc. to Break Ground on New Facility in Scottsburg

February 23, 2015

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Samtec, Inc., headquartered in New Albany, will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the company’s new 70,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Scottsburg, Ind. on Wednesday, Feb. 25 at 3p.

Samtec will open the manufacturing facility this fall bringing approximately 300 jobs to Scottsburg. Seeking to streamline manufacturing operations in Southern Indiana, Samtec chose to relocate its Salem and Crothersville facilities to Scottsburg’s Certified Technology Park District adjacent to the Mid-America Science Park.

Mayor Bill Graham, City of Scottsburg, will be joined by representatives from Samtec, Scottsburg City Council, Scottsburg Redevelopment Commission, Scott County Economic Development Corporation, Mid-America Science Park, A Grover Stacy Company and Koetter Construction.

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