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Tower Arrested and charged with conversion

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A Jennings County woman was arrested Wednesday and she turned herself in and is posting a $1,000 bond on charges of Conversion, a Class A Misdemeanor 

According to the Harrison County Prosecutor’s office, Amber Tower owes the family of 18-year-old Bryce Gerlach approximately $13,615.93. These were proceeds from a t-shirt fundraiser from her business, Towers Tees that were supposed to go to the Bryce Gerlach Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Gerlach was killed in New Albany’s Harvest Homecoming shooting that injured two others. Following his death, Gerlach’s hometown extended an outpouring of support to his family and friends, even setting up a scholarship fund in his honor.

Tower’s Tees, which prints custom t-shirts, was one of those community members who was supposed to contribute.

Harrison County Prosecutor Otto Schalk has charged Tower with Conversion, a Class A misdemeanor, for “knowingly or intentionally exert unauthorized control over the property of another person.”

Schalk alleges Tower knowingly or intentionally exerted “unauthorized control over the monies owed to the Bryce Gerlach Memorial Scholarship Fund.”

Police have led an investigation into the case for more than two months. The initial tip came from an employee, T.D., at Tower’s Tees.

On March 5, the employee approached the creator of the scholarship fund, D.G., and another individual, H.B., about her concerns that proceeds from the business collected for merchandise in Gerlach’s honor were never given to the family or deposited in the scholarship fund.

In fact, the employee told police “Amber told her she never deposited the donated money to the family.”

Harrison County Sheriff’s Office began investigating the claims as a fraud report. The affidavit details far more sales in Gerlach’s memory than just the ‘Blue Out’ game t-shirts.

Investigators went to Facebook piecing together the sales.

Police found six separate posts from October 2024 made by Tower advertising the sale of t-shirts and rubber band bracelets.

One t-shirt reads “Forever in our Hearts.” Another was made for an “orange-out” game. Bracelets had an inscription of “Live Like Bryce.”

At least two posts advertise that “all proceeds are going to the family.”

 

 

First Time Wienie 500 at Indy Track Friday

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'Wienie 500'

The Wienie 500 on Friday, May 23 will also mark the first “meat-up” of all six Wienermobiles in over a decade and the first competitive race for the fleet.

Hot dog fans across the country can get in on the action of unforgettable race in free-to-play pool on DraftKings

Oscar Mayer announces today the “Wienie 500” – a first-of-its-kind spectacle where the fleet of Wienermobiles will haul buns to the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway for a race unlike any other. Ahead of this year’s Indianapolis 500, which draws more than 330,000 fans who consume nearly 30,000 hot dogs, Oscar Mayer’s beloved Hotdoggers will make their racing debut on the very same track as the pros. The race will be streamed live on Friday, May 23 at 2 p.m. ET on the FOX Sports app and across @INDYCARonFOX social accounts, and fans can catch highlights from the race during Sunday’s Indy 500 pre-race show on FOX.

The Wienie 500 will also mark the first “meat-up” of all six Wienermobiles in over a decade and the first competitive race for the fleet, each sporting an all-new look. Each Wienermobile will represent a different regional dog, including the Chi Dog (Midwest), New York Dog (East), Slaw Dog (Southeast), Sonoran Dog (Southwest), Chili Dog (South) and Seattle Dog (Northwest). From custom Hotdogger racing suits to a trophy presentation in the ‘Wiener’s Circle’, complete with a condiment spray and hot dog for the wiener’s enjoyment, every moment of the race is designed to spark smiles, serving up a delightful racing event only Oscar Mayer can.

“The Indy 500 marks the unofficial kickoff of summer and the start of hot dog season,” said Kelsey Rice, brand communications director at Oscar Mayer. “As a brand known for sparking smiles in disarmingly delightful ways, it’s only fitting that we bring a race of epic proportions to the Speedway and celebrate a timeless tradition: delicious meats and a little friendly competition to kick off a summer of wieners.”

As part of the fun, Oscar Mayer is inviting fans across the nation to get in on the action. In collaboration with DraftKings, fans can predict the outcome of the unforgettable race by answering a series of race-related questions. Beginning today, fans can head to Draftkings.com/wienie500 to enter the free-to-play pool, and those who rack up the most points will win a share of the total cash prize of $10,000.

The inaugural Wienie 500 marks the beginning of a summer of celebrating the American staple, proving that even the most unexpected places – like a professional racetrack – is the perfect setting for an Oscar Mayer wiener. The Wienie 500 is part of a partnership between Oscar Mayer and IMS that names Oscar Mayer the “Official Hot Dog” of Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the Indianapolis 500. The first-of-its-kind race is also supported by an advertising campaign rolling out across the country, along with more surprises to come this summer.

Jean Ann Colbert (Mauger), 82, of Paoli

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Jean Ann Colbert (Mauger), 82, of Paoli, Indiana passed away Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at IU Hospital in Bloomington, Indiana. 

Jean Ann Mauger was born in East Chicago, Indiana on August 29, 1942, to Donald Mauger and Ruth Huddleson Mauger.  

She was preceded in death by her parents and long-time Partner, Steven Hollander.

Ann was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Paoli, IN.

She graduated from Paoli High School in 1960, and went on to study journalism at Indiana University,
Bloomington.

Ann retired from Indiana University – Purdue University at Fort Wayne as a Journalism Professor. 

She previously worked at the Indianapolis Star newspaper, the IU News Bureau and the IU Foundation in Bloomington, IN.

Survivors include her children, Paul Colbert of Paoli, IN and Kirsten Dean (Jonathan Polacheck) of Austin, TX, and two grandchildren, Molly and Dean.

Cremation was chosen.

A memorial service will be held later in the year.  We will update after Ann’s family has made these arrangements.

Online Condolences may be made at www.dillmanscottfuneralhome.com

Levi Michael Hebard, 21, of Salem

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Levi Michael Hebard, 21, of Salem, passed away Monday, May 19 at his home.

Levi was born March 25, 2004 in Panama City, Florida. He had attended Legacy Life Church in Salem and Restoration Christian Church in Sellersburg. He was an employee of Burger King in Salem and was in training to become an Assistant Manager. He was starting Ivy Tech on June 9 for welding.

Levi is survived by his parents: Scott and Teresa Hebard of Salem and Amy and Richard Bellinder of Wisconsin, six brothers: Scott Thomas (Isabel) of Arkansas, Kaden Hebard (Madison) of South Dakota, Joseph Worrall of Salem, Jonathan Bellinder of Hawaii, Christian Bellinder of Wisconsin, Noah Bellinder of Missouri, four sisters: Verenia Hebard of Wisconsin, Josephine Bellinder of Missouri, Cassidy Bellinder of Wisconsin, and Isabella Bellinder of Wisconsin, grandparents: Robyn and Larry Forbach of Arizona, Richard and Paulette Bellinder of Kansas, Judy Thomas of North Carolina and Barbara Moe of Pennsylvania.

He was preceded in death by grandparents: Jay and Debi Hebard and Charles Thomas.

Memorial services will be held at 1PM, Friday, May 30 at Central Barren United Methodist Church, located at 11170 IN-135 New Salisbury, IN.

Gerald N. Thompson, age 85 of Salem

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Gerald N. Thompson, age 85 of Salem, Indiana passed away Friday, May 16, 2025, in St. Vincent Salem Hospital.

Born September 8, 1939 in Pineville, Kentucky, he was the son of the late James Mart and Hattie (Robbins) Thompson.

He retired from IBM in Lexington, Kentucky and served in the Armed Forces as a Corporal in the U.S. Marines. He had been a resident of Washington County since 2020, formerly of Jekyll Island, Georgia, was a 1958 graduate of Salem High School and a member of the Salem Masonic Lodge #21 F. & A.M.

In 1960 he married Judy S. (Tatlock) Thompson, who survives.

Also surviving are: Daughter: Cindy Jean Laba, Son: James Glenn Thompson and 4 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by 2 sisters: Nevada Wright and Lois Bowling.

Funeral Service: 2:00 pm Wednesday at Dawalt Funeral Home, followed by interment in Franklin Cemetery with full military honors.

Visitation: 12 noon until the time of the service on Wednesday.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to:

Salem Masonic Lodge #21 F. & A.M.
P.O. Box 162
Salem, Indiana 47167

Edna Sue Johnson, 81, of North Vernon

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Edna Sue Johnson, 81, of North Vernon, Indiana, formerly of Salem,  passed away on May 16, 2025 at the Schneck Medical Center in Seymour, Indiana. Born on July 13, 1943 in Gainsboro, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Jack Stewart and Cora Mae Staffoed Stewart. On September 25, 1981, she married Fred Johnson.

Edna was retired form ITT Thompson in North Vernon. She was a member Mt Tabor Christian Church.

Survivors include her husband of 43 years, Fred Johnson; niece and caregiver, Tammy McVey; great niece and caregiver, Jessica McVey; great great nephew, Chaunci McVey Schumacher.

Preceded in death by her parents.

There will be no services.

Hughes Taylor Funeral Home Salem Chapel is entrusted with arrangements.

www.hughestaylor.net

David Joe Rutherford, 74, Salem

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David Joe Rutherford, 74, passed away peacefully on May 15th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

David was born on April 23rd, 1951, in Salem, IN to parents Francis Rutherford and Leora Bush Rutherford. He was the oldest of his siblings: Becky Rutherford, who survives, and Steve Rutherford and Grace Ann Bowers, who preceded him in death.

On April 7th, 1973, David married his great love Judy Moore Rutherford, who survives. Together they raised two daughters: Ashlea (Richard) Barnett of Fishers, IN and Kristin (Tim) Stricker of Columbus, IN. David is also survived by his five adoring grandchildren: Katie, Olivia, and Ella Barnett, and Henry and Callum Stricker.

After graduating from Eastern High School, David attended diesel mechanical school in Nashville, Tennessee. He returned to Salem and landed his first job working for Morris Payne, which began his love for working on tractors. Later he worked for Easterdays in Orleans, Indiana, followed by a job at Bryant Implements in Seymour, IN. In 1993, Dave became self-employed, and you could find him in the fields, under a tractor, or on the road from dawn to dusk. For those who knew Dave, you knew the only “true” color of a tractor was John Deere green. Dave passed this love of tractors on to his grandchildren, and they will all tell you that “nothing runs like a Deere.”

David was a member of the Salem Church of the Nazarene, and was a man who believed deeply in the power of prayer.

Funeral services will be held at 12PM on Wednesday, May 21st, 2025, at Weathers Funeral Home in Salem, IN. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, May 20th from 4PM-8PM and Wednesday May 21st from 10AM until time of service.

Fatal Crash in Austin Claims Life of 6-Year-Old Child

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On Tuesday, May 13, 2024, at approximately 8:42 p.m., officers from the Austin Police Department and Scott County Sheriff’s Department responded to two-car collision at the intersection of State Road 256 and U.S. 31.

The Indiana State Police Crash Reconstruction Team was requested and assumed the investigation upon arriving on scene.

The preliminary investigation reveals that a 2022 white Toyota Camry was traveling westbound on SR256 and entered the intersection on a green light to turn south on U.S. 31.  

At the same time, a 2008 Chrysler 300, driven by Dorothy J. Snell, 23, of Hanover, was traveling northbound on U.S. 31 and disregarded a red light, entering the intersection without stopping.

The Chrysler collided with the Toyota as the Toyota turned south onto U.S. 31.

The driver and passenger of the Toyota were transported to the University of Louisville Hospital with injuries but are expected to survive.

Dorothy J. Snell was transported to Norton Scott Hospital in Scottsburg with non-life threatening injuries.

The front passenger of the Chrysler was transported to the University of Louisville Hospital with injuries but is expected to survive.

A 2-year-old child in the rear passenger seat was transported to Norton Scott Hospital and is also expected to survive.

Tragically, a six-year-old child who was also riding in the backseat of the Chrysler was transported to Norton Scott Hospital but succumbed to her injuries.

The investigation is ongoing, and part of the investigation will determine if the deceased child was properly secured in the vehicle.

The Indiana Department of Child Services is conducting an independent investigation.

Alcohol is believed to be a factor in the crash; toxicology results are pending.

The Austin Police Department, Scott County Sheriff’s Department, Scott County EMS, and the Scott County Coroner’s Office assisted in the crash.

Eldon Leroy Fulkerson Jr. “Buddy” 49, Pekin

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Eldon Leroy Fulkerson Jr. “Buddy” 49 of Pekin, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025 at his home.

Born January 16, 1976 in New Albany, Indiana to Eldon Leroy Fulkerson Sr. and Violet (Skeens) Fulkerson.

He was survived by, Olivia Fulkerson (Daughter), Aiden Fulkerson (Son), Violet Fulkerson (Mother) Suzetta Swartz (Sister), Kase Fulkerson (Grandson) and Jennifer DeFord (Partner).

He was a devoted father, son, brother, and friend.

He graduated from Borden High School Class of 1994 and then married Leslie (Frost) Fulkerson.

He was the Maintenance Man at the apartment complex, where he lived.

He was known for his strong work ethic and his willingness to help others!

Outside of work, he found joy in the simple pleasures of life. Hunting and fishing were his main hobbies.

He was preceded in death by his Father, Eldon Leroy Fulkerson Sr. and his Nephew Matthew Allen Fulkerson. 

Visitation will be on Thursday, May 5, 2025 from 12:00pm (Noon) until 3:00pm with the service beginning at 3:00pm at Dawalt Funeral Home.

Memorial Contributions to can be made to the:
Washington County Humane Society / Salem Animal Shelter
204 W. Joseph Street
Salem, Indiana 47167
https://humanesocietysalemin.org

Jeff L. Busick, 69, of Paoli

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Jeff L. Busick, 69, of Paoli, passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at his home.  He was born August 9, 1955, in Paoli, IN to Harold Otis and Violet Irene Easter Busick, both of whom preceded him. 

He was also preceded by his son, Jason Busick

Jeff was the night watchmen for Paoli Chair Co. and had formerly worked at Kimball furniture.

He was a member of the Paoli High School class of 1974.

Jeff was also a member of the bowling league and former president of the mixed league.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and just being outdoors in general.

Jeff is survived by:

1 Daughter: Summer (David) Banka; Paoli, IN

Companion: Donita Anderson; Paoli, IN

1 Brother: Steven (Ruth) Busick; Paoli, IN             

2 Sisters: Pamela (Merlin) Hershberger; Sarasota, FL

Emma Christine Busick; Bloomington,  IN

Grandchildren:

Jason Levi (Kailey) Busick, Mikeal Shaine (Hayley) Busick, Taylor Marie Cole, Ammaly Irene Mary Busick, Korrin Emmons

Great Granddaughter: Paisley JoLee Francis French

Funeral Service to be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday May 17, 2025, at Dillman-Scott Funeral Home, 226 W. Campbell St. Paoli, IN.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Saturday, May 17, 2025. Location: Dillman-Scott Funeral Home, 226 W. Campbell St. Paoli, IN.

Interment to follow funeral service at Paoli Community Cemetery.

Online condolences can be made at dillmanscottfuneralhome.com

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