The Hymera Town Council created a new sewer rate ordinance last month. Last Tuesday, the council met for a public hearing regarding the new ordinance. A representative from Baker Tilly reviewed what the new ordinance entails. The proposed ordinance includes a 2.5% increase in sewer rates. For the average user, this equates to an additional $1.54 each month, beginning next year, and another $1.58 per month in 2021. In order for the town to receive a $600,000 grant, the Stat...
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Shelburn council goal is $600,000 in funds available for street repaving in 2020
By: Dennis Clark
The Shelburn Town Council is already planning ahead for a continuation of street repaving during its monthly meeting which was rescheduled due to inclement weather to Thursday. The council approved signing a new contract with HWC Engineering for their services involved with repaving streets in 2020 through the Community Crossroads matching grant program, sponsored by the Indiana Department of Transportation. “(The contract) will be for $29,000 and spent on an as...
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'You ain't seen nothing yet'
By: Kristi Sanders
Sullivan Mayor Clint Lamb, second from the left, invited several local, regional and state agencies to Sullivan on Friday to show them the progress that has been made in the last eight years due to grants they provide to communities. Lamb also showcased future plans for the city of Sullivan. Here Lamb is pictured speaking during a roundtable discussion with, from left, Jodi Golden, executive director of the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs; Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch; and Jacob...
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North Central wins two, finishes third
By: B.J. Hargis
North Central’s girls basketball team won two games over the weekend at the Battle of the First Capital Tournament hosted by Corydon High School.The Ladybirds opened with a 62-35 victory over Tell City on Friday night.Averi Davidson and Jocelyn Cox each scored 23 points and Courtney Williams added 10.“We played really well as a team against Tell City,” said North Central coach Joey Davidson. “We made a lot of extra passes.“Our press hurt them....
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Locals participate in Spay-ghetti dinner
By: Kristi Sanders
The Humane Society of Sullivan County held its ninth annual Spay-ghetti dinner Friday night at Crossroads Community Church on the Sullivan downtown square. Volunteers serve up spaghetti to those who purchased food to help the local shelter raise funds.
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Lady Bulldogs top LCA, lose to West Vigo
By: B.J. Hargis
The Dugger Union girls basketball team earned a 52-34 road victory over Lighthouse Christian Academy at Bloomington on Thursday night.On Saturday, the Lady Bulldogs lost a 68-21 decision at West Vigo. The Lady Bulldogs took control early at LCA, leading 14-7 after the opening eight minutes and 26-13 at the half.“The team really played well,” said new Dugger Union coach Sam Sarvis.“I am so proud of them — up and down the roster.”Stormy Kinnard led...
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Sullivan dominates Owen Valley for second win
By: B.J. Hargis
SPENCER — After allowing the first basket, Sullivan outscored hostOwen Valley 19-3 to end the first quarter as the Lady Arrows cruised to a 68-33 victory in a high school girls basketball game on Saturday night.The Lady Arrows improved to 2-0.“Last year, we had a young team,” said Sullivan coach Julie Meeks.“This year, Owen Valley has a young team.”Sullivan continue to pour it on as they led 40-10 at intermission and 52-23 after three quarters.The...
