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Charges in Greenfield shooting

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The prosecutor in Hancock County will decide by Wednesday whether to file charges against a woman for the shooting death of her husband at their rural Greenfield home.

The Hancock County Sheriff‘s Office filed a 72-hour extension so they could continue to hold 55-year-old Elizabeth Roberts.  She was held for questioning after 57-year-old Gary Roberts was shot dead on Friday inside their house in the 3900 block of South 800 East.

Captain Jeff Rasche (RASH), investigations commander for the sheriff‘s office, says the complicated nature of the case caused time to run out on the current jail hold.  Rasche says Elizabeth Roberts is only a person of interest, even though it appers she admitted to shooting her husband.

Elizabeth and Gary Roberts had been married 31 years, but Rasche says the couple had begun having problems recently.  Elizabeth Roberts had asked deputies to intervene earlier on Friday, and Rasche says he had obtained a warrant to detain Gary Roberts for a psychological evaluation and to remove his weapons from his home.  “Really, the only thing that we had was that he possibly was going to do harm to himself, so we wanted to take those weapons from him so he wouldn‘t be able to use those,” said Rasche.  “Unfortunately, circumstances drastically changed, and eventually we were called there for a person shot.”

Rasche says Gary Roberts was one of the better known gun collectors in Hancock County.  “He had quite a collection of weapons.  Not only did he collect weapons, he collected the right ones. His collection was probably one like no one else had ever seen,” said Rasche.   Roberts had also been experiencing a problem with alcohol and drugs recently.

The prosecutor has the option of filing or declining to file charges or referring the case to a grand jury.

BMV to fix over charging

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Your next trip to the license branch will probably cost less, as the B-M-V scrambles to fix a series of overcharges.

A class-action suit over Hoosiers being overcharged for licenses prompted the B-M-V to order an independent review of all its fees. Spokesman Josh Gillespie says that review found the bureau has been charging one-to-three dollars too much for most of its 300 different fees.

The overcharges will show up as a credit on your next B-M-V transaction.

Some fees were assessed too low. Gillespie says the state will eat those costs.

Gillespie says the miscalculated fees are the result of multiple state laws which must be read together to determine the correct amount. In some cases, Gillespie says misreading a single word is enough to produce an incorrect charge. The bureau will ask legislators next year to streamline the fee structure to make it easier to understand.

New theatre dining opens in Indy

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A Dallas-based company is taking the movie theater experience to a whole new level in Indianapolis.

Today marks the opening of Studio Movie Grill‘s latest location in the United States.

It‘s located on the city far northwest side at 86th & Michigan.  CEO Brian Schultz says Studio Movie Grill combines movies with a full scale restaurant.  He calls it, “In Theater Dining.”  Schultz says they‘ve invested $7 million in renovating the leased facility which used to be the old Movie Buff Theater.

Schultz says they‘ve torn each theater down to the bones, put in new digital projection screens, luxurious chairs and other accommodations for people to drink and dine full meals in the actual theaters. He says each table has buttons that patrons can press to request service from waiters and waitresses.

Schultz says one of the old theaters has been converted into a full service kitchen.  Schultz says the largest theaters will have 60-foot screens.

He adds that the Indianapolis location is Studio Movie Grill‘s 13th theater nationwide.  He says “in theater” dining is the best way to combine movie and restaurant night into one location and lure patrons from their big screen televisions at home.

Schultz says the revamped space now includes 13 theaters and will also show sporting events.  He says dining includes a full menu consisting of crab cakes, chicken, pizza, burgers and fries, drinks and more.  He says most of the entrees run upwards of $12.

Chamber’s Community Feud Seeking Entries

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The Washington County Chamber of Commerce is seeking video entries for its newest game to take place during the Annual Dinner on Nov. 2nd.

The Chamber will be hosting two groups for its own brand of Family Feud called “Community Feud.”

Tickets will go on sale soon!

Washington County Chamber of Commerce members are invited to participate in Community Feud (similar, but better than the TV show,  Family Feud).

The Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors will choose 2 teams to participate in the show.

Why should your business/organization participate:

  1. For the Glory!!!
  2. For the Fun
  3. For the team building experience
  4. For the free PR from the Chamber of Commerce (info sent to members and press in all surrounding counties) AND
  5. A small prize

 

How do you participate?

Send in a video (3 minutes max) of your team (5 people per team) and tell the Chamber Board why your business/organization should be chosen?  Make your video funny!  Make it unique!  Keep it tasteful!  (send to info@washingtoncountychamber.org)

 

Videos sent in will be placed on the Chamber of Commerce website and may be shown at the Annual Dinner.    Videos become the property of the Washington County Chamber of Commerce.

Only two teams of 5 persons will be chosen to participate.

The deadline to enter is October 7!  So get the smart phones out and video your team today!

Note:  Videos sent in AVI, MOV, MP4 files would be best for email.

Chamber awards open for nomination

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The nomination forms are ready for several annual awards for the Washington County Chamber of Commerce.

Nominations for the 2013 Citizen of the Year Award and Emerging Youth Entrepreneur of the Year Award are being sought.  These awards will be announced at the Washington County Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner, planned for Nov. 2.

A new award has been added this year.  Join the Chamber in celebrating the Washington County Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year.  The nomination form can be obtained from the Chamber website.

Deadline to nominate (all awards) is Wednesday, Oct. 23rd.

Forms may be mailed or emailed to the Chamber Office.

“Pinking of the Canal” Event Highlights Month-Long Celebration

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The Indianapolis Colts will once again add a touch of pink to their traditional blue and white color palette as the team joins the NFL’s national “A Crucial Catch” campaign in partnership with the American Cancer Society to celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month and encourage annual screenings for women over forty.

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The team will officially kick off the month by turning Colts.com pink and hosting the “Pinking of the Canal” event, presented by Pools of Fun, on October 4, and will continue their efforts by dedicating their October 6 game vs. the Seahawks to Breast Cancer Awareness. In addition, the team will introduce their “Pamper Her Pink” program to give breast cancer survivors and women who are currently battling this disease the opportunity to receive a day of a pampering and enjoy dinner with Colts players. The Indianapolis Colts Women’s Organization will also have a Limited Edition Colts Breast Cancer Awareness T-shirt for sale with all proceeds benefiting the IU Simon Cancer Center. Information on each of these events and programs is included below. Fans may visit www.colts.com/pink for more information.

PINKING OF THE CANAL, OCTOBER 4, 2013

For the third consecutive year, the Indianapolis Colts will turn Indianapolis’ downtown canal pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The public is invited to the free “Pinking of the Canal” event, presented by Pools of Fun, on Friday, October 4, from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Ohio Street Basin of the Canal.

Indianapolis Colts Vice Chair and Co-Owner Kalen Irsay will be joined by Indianapolis’ First Lady Winnie Ballard to pour the pink dye into the canal at approximately 12:15 p.m. following a brief program at 12:00 p.m. In addition, attendees will be able to sign a special Colts flag in honor of someone in their life who has been affected by breast cancer. The flag will then be carried by the Colts Mascot, Blue, to lead the team onto the field at their October 6 game vs. the Seahawks.

Additional event activities include:

  • Live Music by ”Dave and Rae”
  • Free Limited Edition Colts Pink Posters
  • Special Edition Pink Colts Item for Sale by the      Indianapolis Colts Women’s Organization (proceeds benefit the IU Simon Cancer Center)
  • $5 Lunches
  • $1 Bottled Water and Pink Lemonade, provided by      Coca-Cola (proceeds      benefit the American Cancer Society)
  • Colts Cheerleaders and Blue
  • Opportunity to win Colts tickets
  • Informational booths
  • Pink Ribbon Passout, provided by Zeta Tau Alpha

“The Pools of Fun family lost a precious member to breast cancer several years ago and we are determined to do what we can to fight this disease as a tribute to her,” said Tim Colon, Pools of Fun President. “By supporting the Pinking of the Canal event it is our hope that we can continue to raise awareness and funding to fight this terrible disease.”

 

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS GAME, OCTOBER 6, 2013

The Indianapolis Colts are dedicating their October 6 game to Breast Cancer Awareness Month and will include several gameday activities to recognize survivors and engage their fans in this important cause. Colts players will be outfitted in a variety of pink accessories including cleats, wristbands, gloves and more. Other gameday elements include:

  • Large Pink Ribbon held by 75 Breast Cancer Survivors during the national anthem
  • Run-out tunnel formed by 50 Colts Season Ticket      Holders who are      currently battling or have survived breast cancer
  • Special edition flag carried by Blue and signed by, or in memory of, breast cancer      survivors
  • Honorary Coin Toss Captain and 12th Man      Fan of the Game from the      IU Simon Cancer Center
  • National Anthem sung by a Breast Cancer Survivor
  • Special Edition “Pink” Cover for the Scout      Gameday Program
  • Colts Cheerleaders and Blue in Pink Attire
  • Pink Ribbon Passout, provided by Zeta Tau Alpha
  • Special Edition Pink Colts T-shirts for Sale by the      Indianapolis Colts Women’s Organization (proceeds benefit the IU Simon Cancer Center)
  • Large Inflatable Pink Ribbon in the American      Family Insurance Touchdown Town, provided by Indiana University Health

PAMPER HER PINK, SEPTEMBER 16-OCTOBER 8

For a second year, the Colts are excited to launch the “Pamper Her Pink” program, sponsored by Tyler Mason Salon & Spa, to provide a day of pampering for 10 women who are currently battling, or have survived, breast cancer. Nominations are being accepted online at www.colts.com/pink through October 8. Ten finalists will then be selected to receive a day of pampering from Tyler Mason Salon & Spa, as well as dinner with Colts players at Indianapolis Colts Grille on Tuesday, October 15.

Individuals who have a special woman in their life who has survived breast cancer or is currently battling the disease are encouraged to visit www.colts.com/pink to submit a nomination.

 

SPECIAL EDITION COLTS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS T-SHIRTS

The Indianapolis Colts Women’s Organization will be selling special edition Colts e t-shirts during the month of October and will donate all proceeds to the IU Simon Cancer Center. The t-shirts are gray and feature a pink Colts horseshoe on the front. They are $20 each and will be sold at the team’s “Pinking of the Canal” event on October 4, as well as their October 6 game versus the Seattle Seahawks. At the game, the t-shirts will be available in the American Family Insurance Touchdown Town, on Lucas Oil Plaza inside the north end of the stadium, and near sections 117 and 143 on the main concourse.

The Indianapolis Colts Women’s Organization is comprised of Colts female staff as well as wives of staff, coaches and players. The Organization plans monthly service projects during the season and supports a variety of charities including School on Wheels and D.R.E.A.M. Alive, Inc.

Fiddling around at the Salem Public Library Oct. 5

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On Saturday, Oct. 5, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., enjoy An Afternoon of Indiana Fiddle Tunes at the Salem-Washington Township Public Library. This program is free and open to the public, and offers a wonderful chance to listen to the tunes and stories of Southern Indiana’s rich fiddling tradition from musicians with deep roots in Southern Indiana’s old-time music community. Sponsored by Indiana University’s Traditional Arts Indiana and funded through a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts, the concert will feature the talents of area musicians Paul Goodpasture and Larry Hopkins.

Goodpasture is a longtime bluegrass fiddler from the region. In addition to being a popular player, he’s also written many tunes and songs that are played throughout Southern Indiana in jam sessions and performances.

Larry Hopkins has been a driving force for fiddling in the Washington County area, supporting community music jams. He began playing the fiddle at the encouragement of his uncle, and later took up building instruments to become a master fiddle and mandolin maker.

Through songs, tunes, and the life histories of these two players, learn how this music was passed down, how it bridges genres and generations, and how it remains a vibrant part of community life today.

For more information, please contact the Salem-Washington Township Public Library at (812) 883-5600, or find them online at http://www.salemlib.lib.in.us.

Kane Wins Legends Championship At French Lick

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Lorie Kane let a victory slip away on the LPGA Legends Tour two weeks ago when she lost in a five-hole playoff to Rosie Jones in the Harris Charity Classic in Maine.

There was no such negative carryover to Sunday when Kane put herself in position to win again, however. The Canadian golfer put a 40-foot chip shot to within two inches of the cup on the final hole for the birdie she needed to bag the biggest title in the history of the 13-year old circuit for LPGA players who have reached their 45th birthday.

Kane and playing partner Laurie Rinker started the round tied for the lead at 3-under-par with Val Skinner, the only other player in red numbers, another shot back.

Skinner hooked her first tee shot into a hazard, setting the stage for an opening bogey that kept her chasing the co-leaders the rest of the way.  Kane opened a two-stroke lead on the front nine then gave it back with bogeys at Nos. 13 and 14.  That set the stage for a dramatic finish at the finishing hole, a dogleg par-5.

A 25-foot birdie putt pulled Skinner to 2-under and within a shot of the leaders as Kane and Rinker prepared to hit their second shots to the green.

“You have to hit a good shot because it’s off a sidehill-downhill lie,” said Kane. “I knew Laurie could have a little trouble with her lie and – very fortunate for me – I missed my shot in the right spot.  I wound up a little right of where I wanted to go but had a good chance to chip in.”

Rinker hit her second shot thin and her third short of the green.  She wound up with a bogey after Kane notched her birdie to finish at 3-under-par 213. The bogey dropped Rinker into a tie with Skinner, two strokes behind the winner.

The first LPGA Legends Championship, staged on the Pete Dye Course at French Lick Resort, had the most players (58) and the biggest purse ($500,000) in the circuit’s history. Kane claimed the biggest prize — $60,000 – for winning the only 54-hole event of the season.  Her only previous Legends win came in a one-day tourney.

“I don’t consider myself a legend, but they gave me a place to play,” said Kane. “This will give me the boost my game needed. I am totally honored to win here.  I had the chance to meet Pete Dye, and I really like the golf course.  It’s fun to play.”

Not everyone agreed.  The Dye Course was brutal in Sunday’s conditions.  A steady morning rain required the lift, clean and place rule to be put into effect and misty, cold, windy weather was prevalent throughout the day.

Only fourth place Laura Davies (1-under 71) bettered par in the final round and Kane and Trish Johnson, who finished in a tie for ninth, matched it. Kane hadn’t played in weather like that since last year’s Women’s British Open.

“I’m part-Irish and part-Scottish,” said Kane. “But that was a tough test of golf, and it was so much fun to win again.”

Kane has struggled on the LPGA circuit and plans to improve her status at the fall qualifying school after competing for the World team in the Legends’ Handa Cup event in Nashville, Tenn.

The LPGA Legends Championship is scheduled to be played on the Dye Course the next two years and the Legends Hall of Fame at the nearby West Baden Springs Hotel will be completed in time for next year’s event, tentatively planned for August.

Pekin man in off-road accident on Saturday

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A Pekin man suffered serious injuries after his off-road motorcycle hit a tree Sunday.

Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating an off-road motorcycle accident that occurred in Washington County Saturday evening. At approximately 12:45 p.m., conservation officers were called to the accident scene on private property located off of Horner’s Chapel Road near Pekin.

According to ICO Jim Schreck, 28-year-old Devan Porter, of Pekin, was thrown from his motorcycle as he was reportedly riding a wheelie before striking a tree. Porter suffered injuries, including a brain contusion and several broken bones, and was later transported to University of Louisville Hospital for treatment.

Schreck says, Porter was wearing a helmet, which likely reduced the severity of his injuries.

Indiana Conservation Officers strongly encourage riders to always wear a helmet and necessary safety equipment when operating an ATV or off-road motorcycle.

Is Lead level related to crime?

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Did the rise and fall of the use of products containing lead help cause the rise and fall of violent crime? No one is sure, but one doctor says lead exposure to children can cause changes to their brains.

Several studies have been published showing that increases and decreases in crime in several cities came roughly 20 years after the liberal use of products such as lead-based paint and leaded gasoline.  The studies show that many cities have seen a decrease in overall violent crime in recent years, as the use of lead-based material has been phased out since the late 1970‘s.

While those studies don‘t claim that lead exposure caused some people to become more violent, emergency room Dr. Ryan Venis at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis says exposure does affect the brain.  “Specifically, what‘s been looked at is impulse control,” said Venis.  “There‘s been some thought that lead acts on the part of the brain that may control our impulses to do certain things.  So, if a person who is not lead-exposed has an impulse to pocket a candy bar in the store, then that part of the brain lets them know not to do that.”

While exposure to lead is never safe at any level, Venis says changes to the brain typically only happen to those who are exposed as children, especially between the ages of one and five.   He says this has also been demonstrated in intelligence tests. “If you look at groups of children, say one subset of a population that lives in a housing development that has lead paint, compared to their non-lead exposed peers, their IQ may be a few points lower.”

Leaded gasoline has been phased out in the U-S since 1973 and was banned outright by the Clean Air Act of 1996.  The use of lead-based paint was made illegal in 1978.   But Venis says that while it is less common, lead exposure can still happen.  “Because of the combustion of leaded gas and other parts of the world where lead has not been outlawed, there is still lead in the environment,” Venis said, adding that some lead could be found in the soil in the U-S for many years to come.