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Mount Vernon Police say a traffic stop led to a drug arrest. The driver was Misty Cunningham, and she was traveling 21 miles per hour over the posted speed limit and did not have a valid driver’s license. During an inventory search of the vehicle, officers say they found five small bags containing suspected methamphetamine that also tested positive for fentanyl. The total weight was just over 12 grams. Police also found a glass smoking pipe and prescription pills that did not belong to Cunningham. She was arrested and booked into the Posey County Jail.
As a reminder, CenterPoint Energy's series of community meetings began last week. The local Posey County meeting is tomorrow at Mount Vernon Junior High from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Officials say customers will be able learn about financial assistance programs and resources as well as actions taken to prioritize customer affordability.
The Town of New Harmony is now accepting applications for a full-time street and utility employee. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license. The town is looking for someone with general knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and janitorial work, as well as experience using power tools and small equipment. The job requires some heavy lifting, up to fifty pounds, along with bending and reaching. Basic computer skills are needed, and experience in general maintenance or mechanical work is a plus. Certifications in gas or water treatment are also a bonus. A pre-employment drug screen will be required. Starting pay will depend on experience. Interested applicants can email a résumé to admin@newharmony.in.gov, or apply in person at 520 Church Street. The Town of New Harmony is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It was a quiet evening in local high school and college sports on Monday. In the NFL though on Monday Night Football, the Green Bay Packers lost a defensive battle at home vs the Philadelphia Eagles, 10-7. The Packers have lost back-to-back games and are 5-3-1 on the season. Green Bay plays at the New York Giants this Sunday.
Tonight, in local high school sports, Mt. Vernon Girls Basketball has a home game as they play Tecumseh. There is no JV game this evening. It’s a varsity only contest and it starts at 6:00 PM.
This evening in Men’s College Basketball, #9 Kentucky travels to #12 Louisville for a 7:00 PM tipoff.
#14 Illinois is at home taking on #11 Texas Tech at 7:30 PM.
Coming up tonight in the NBA, the Indiana Pacers continue their 4-game road trip as they make their third stop in Utah to play the Jazz at 8:00 PM. The Pacers have lost 4-straight games and are 1-9 on the year.