Copher-Fesler-May Funeral Home is pleased to announce that Angie D. Haymaker has joined the funeral home staff as a full-time Family Care Specialist. Haymaker will be assisting the funeral home in death response, preparation of remains, account administration, and caring for families during visitations, funerals, and memorial services.
Brooklyn Elizabeth Ritter, 25, of Elwood, was arrested Tuesday, April 25 for intimidation, domestic battery – deadly weapon and criminal recklessness with a deadly weapon. Carmen Julia Sparks, 33, of Alexandria, was arrested Tuesday, April 25 for operating a vehicle while intoxicated – endangerment and leaving the scene of a crash – property damage.
On Monday, the Indiana Occupational Safety and Health Administration (IOSHA) notified Madison County officials of five violations at the temporary morgue in the EMA facility. The violations were discovered after inspections conducted in October and mid-April.
The 2023 Elwood Junior Senior High School prom is Saturday, April 29 from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Elwood Elks Lodge. Walk-ins will begin at 7 p.m. The theme for this year’s prom is “Midnight Masquerade.”
I would like to thank everyone for their donations to the Elwood Citywide Easter Egg Hunt. Thank you to McCormick’s, Hembree Motors, Fettig’s Body Shop, Dairy Queen, Moser/Moser, Carol’s Legacy, J.
This cautions us about pride in our achievements and possessions. We are only God’s servants. We planted seeds, God watered them, and it was God who made them grow. (ICor 3:5- 9}_We must only boast in the Lord. He deserves all the Glory.
The Elwood Redevelopment Commission met last Wednesday for a regular meeting at the Municipal Building. During the meeting, the commissioners voted to authorize the use of tax increment revenue financing for the pool project.
The Madison County Bicentennial Legacy Committee announced last week that it is currently accepting proposals for the creation of three murals to be painted in Madison County. The themes for the mural should highlight the communities, history, and people of Madison County. Winning proposals will receive funding up to $5,000 to assist in the murals creation.
The trial of former Madison County Councilman Steve Sumner has been delayed until September, following a request from his attorney. Sumner, 53, faces more than a dozen criminal charges for alleged sexual activity with a girl under the age of 16.
An Elwood man was convicted last week in Madison County Circuit Court Division 4 on three felony counts of child molesting. The jury deliberated for 40 minutes before rendering a guilty verdict on all three counts.