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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.

EW Community Flea Market April 9

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The Eastern High School Acts of Kindness Club plans to hold a community flea market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 9, in the front parking lot of the school.

musketeerSpace can be purchased for $20. All funds raised from the sell of space will be given to Kosair Children’s Hospital. Vendors can purchase space up until the day of the event. Just arrive and pay for the space before setting up.

Should the weather be inclement, the market will be moved to April 16.

Marengo Man in Crash

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A Marengo man was involved in a two-vehicle accident Tuesday afternoon at Ind. 37 and 39th Street.

According to a Bedford Police report, Michael Jones of Bedford was traveling east on River Bluff Road and told police he saw a car going south in the right lane of Ind. 37 so he waited for it to pass and then proceeded to attempt to cross the southbound lanes of Ind. 37 to get to the median so that he could continue north on Ind. 37.

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Jones told police that a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt driven by 55-year-old Crecelius Perry of Marengo was in the left lane but didn’t see the car because an unknown vehicle in the right lane was blocking his view.

Jones’ 2000 Toyota Corolla then collided with Perry’s car causing Jones’ vehicle to stop in the median, south of the intersection.

Perry told police he didn’t have a chance to stop to avoid the accident.

Jones did not complainof an injury, but both drivers were treated at the scene by an IU Health Hospital ambulance crew.

Salem Fire Responds to Alarm at Kimball

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The Salem Fire Department responded to a general fire alarm at Kimball in Salem this morning at approximately 9:10a.

Two fire trucks were on scene and parked on the north side of the building. Firefighters were inside.

Employees were evacuated and standing in the parking areas waiting for the all-clear well past 9:30a.

According to employees, they did not know where the fire was located but noted that something was on fire inside the building.

Fire runs were a common occurrence when sawdust and wood products were predominant at the factory. However, most, if not all of the wood working has been moved to the Jasper facility in favor of a new line of metal products moved last year from a western facility to Salem.

Midwest Natural Gas was on the scene as well.

An employee confirmed to WSLM that firefighters discovered smoke in a pipe. No word yet on whether or not the cause of the smoke was discovered.

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Archie Smith age 94

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Mr. Archie Smith age 94 of Salem passed away Tuesday, April 5 at Salem Crossing.

Mr. Smith was born July 25, 1921 in Knox County, Kentucky the son of Floyd Smith and Rose Gibson Smith Burnett.   He was a retired coal miner.

On February 28, 1943, Archie married Cleo Smith and she preceded him in death on January 27, 2012.  He was also preceded in death by three brothers and his parents.

He is survived by three sons:  Eugene Smith (Diana) of Lebanon, Indiana, Calvin Smith of Louisville, Kentucky and Wendell Smith (Ruby) of Greenfield, Indiana, a daughter:  Fran Robinson (Brice) of Salem, 8 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services and burial will be private.

Salem Graduate Flown to U of L After I-65 Wreck

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A Salem woman was injured Monday just before 9 a.m. in a single-vehicle crash southbound near the 52 mile marker on I-65 in Jackson County.

According to Indiana State Police Trooper Seth Davidson, 19-year-old Haley R. Weedin was driving a 2007 Ford Escape southbound on I-65 near the 52 mile marker when her vehicle entered the median of the interstate.

salem wom cr-thumb-250xauto-6481Weedin is the daughter of Salem High School Athletic Director Hank Weedin.

According to police, her vehicle then crossed the southbound lanes of travel before leaving the roadway and rolling multiple times before coming to a stop.

salem wom cr2-thumb-250xauto-6480Weedin was flown from the scene to University of Louisville Hospital by Stat Flight Helicopter for treatment of her injuries. Weedin’s injuries are believed to be non-life threatening.

“This crash is a prime example of how seatbelts undoubtedly save lives,” Trooper Davidson says.

The southbound lanes of I-65 were closed for approximately 30 minutes due to Stat Flight landing on the interstate.

Trp. Davidson and Trp. Ed Olibo were assisted at the scene by the Indiana State Excise Police, Jackson County Sheriff’s Department, Jackson County EMS, and 31 Wrecker.

According to her father, Weedin was very banged up and had asevere concussion with facial cuts and nose pretty banged up.

Police Searching For Scam Artist That Hit Salem Jewelry Store

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Indiana State Police are looking for help in identifying a scam artist that took a Salem Jewelry store for several thousand dollars.

scam artist-thumb-250xauto-6484According to ISP Public Information Officer, on March 12 at approximately 11:30 am, an unknown white male went into LaGene Jewelers in Salem, IN, pretending to be looking for a ring.

After looking over the inventory of the store he decided to buy a “White Gold Engagement Ring”.

scam artist 2-thumb-250xauto-6483 He bought the ring by using a fake Kentucky Driver’s License and a fraudulent bank check.

The white male deceivingly identified himself with the fake Kentucky Driver’s License as Dylan Craig.

user29380-1459857708-media3 (1)He also gave a false phone number and stated that he just recently purchased land in Washington County.

Anyone knowing the identity of the man pictured with this release is encouraged to contact the Indiana State Police Post at Sellersburg at 1-812-246-5424 or inside Indiana at 1-800-872-6743.

Callers can remain anonymous.

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