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The Posey County Prosecutor’s Office proudly announced their newest team member, canine advocate Mollie the Collie. According to a press release, Mollie is a one-year-old Smooth Collie. She recently graduated from Tri-State K9 University and K9 Angels Therapy Dogs. After 32 weeks of training, Mollie is a certified therapy canine and is ready to help comfort victims in the Posey County criminal justice system. Officials say she has already had a positive impact by helping comfort a child victim of sexual assault as they testified in a jury trial.
The Posey County Fair wrapped up over the weekend and in Vanderburgh County, the 105th annual Vanderburgh County 4-H Fair will get underway today. Kids and families will be able to enjoy the fair's many offerings, such as shows, music, rides, races, pageants, contests, exhibits, and food. The Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Office says an estimated 45,000 people are expected to attend the fair this year. Members of VCSO will be stationed at their tent near the fairground's main office. Community members can stop by and meet the men and women of the agency and try out VCSO's "Seat Belt Convincer" crash simulation ride. A reminder to those that plan to attend to stay hydrated and weather aware this year, with temperatures in the 80s and 90s and the potential for storms throughout the week.
The Mount Vernon City Council approved its second reading of a proposed wheel tax Wednesday night. The proposed ordinance would apply a flat fee per vehicle to fund street and curb repairs. Rates would vary by vehicle. A passenger car would be $25. Officials say the estimated funds raised from the tax would be around $157,000 annually and would be a necessary step to remain eligible for future Community Crossings grant money. Some who attended the meeting were against the tax, but Mayor Steve Loehr says the city has to support itself before receiving outside help. The third and final reading will be at the next council meeting. It’s set for July 30th at 6:30 PM at City Hall.
Coming up this Sunday, July 27th is the American Legion Post 278 Military Appreciation Picnic at the Poseyville Community Center. Doors open at 4:00 PM and Dinner will be served at 5:00 PM. There will be a buffet picnic with Fried Chicken, Barbeque Pulled Pork, Cheesy Potato Casserole, Corn, Barbeque Baked Beans, Slaw, and Fried Biscuits. This is open to members and families of the American Legion, Auxiliary, Son’s of the American Legion, and all Prospective Members. Text or call Chris Morlan at 812-550-5682 to RSVP for the dinner and you can pay at the door.
North Posey Football is having a Free Youth Football Camp on July 28th-30th at Joe Gengelbach Field from 5:30 PM-7:00 PM each night. The camp is for incoming K-8 grade students. You can visit the North Posey Football Facebook page for the link to register. All participants must sign up to get their free T-shirt and sign a waiver.
In Major League Baseball from Sunday…the St. Louis Cardinals were swept in a 3-game series in Arizona by the D-Backs as the Cardinals lost the finale, 5-3. They are now 51-49 on the season and will begin a 3-game set in Colorado vs the Rockies tonight at 7:40 PM.
The Chicago Cubs failed to complete the 3-game sweep at home over the Red Sox as Boston took the finale, 6-1. The Cubs are 59-40 and now tied for first place in the National League Central with the Milwaukee Brewers, who have won 10-straight games. Chicago is home tonight as they start a 3-game series with the Kansas City Royals at 7:05 PM.
The Cincinnati Reds could not finish off a 3-game sweep in New York as the Mets won, 3-2. The Reds record is 52-48 and they travel to Washington to play the Nationals in a 3-game set that gets underway this evening at 5:45 PM.