Apple Earns Runner-up Nod at U.S. Open
Apple Earns Runner-up Nod at U.S. Open
 ATLANTA – A total of 13 current and former Indiana men’s and women’s swimmers participated in the second day of action at the 2019 Toyota U.S. Open Championships. The meet has swum at the Georgia Tech McAuley Aquatic Center on Thursday.
Former Hoosier seven-time All-American Zach Apple highlighted the second day of action with a runner-up finish in the 50 freestyle with a time of 21.81. He joined Zane Grothe and Marwan El Kamash as the three swimmers with Indiana ties to compete in the A Final on the second day of competition.
INDIANA RESULTS
Women’s 50 freestyle
Cora Dupre – 25.56
Men’s 50 freestyle
Zach Apple – 21.81
Bruno Blaskovic – 22.58
Justin Winnett – 24.13
Women’s 400 freestyle
Kennedy Goss – 4:22.01
Men’s 400 freestyle
Zane Grothe – 3:52.41
Marwan El Kamash – 3:53.77
Michael Brinegar – 3:53.59
Mikey Calvillo – 3:56.75
Jakub Karl – 4:00.44
Women’s 200 IM
Laura Morley – 2:20.17
Emily Weiss – 2:24.58
Men’s 200 IM
Mohamed Samy – 2:00.68
NOTABLES
- The second-place finish from Apple marked the best Indiana finish of the night. His 50 free time also qualified him for the Olympic Trials.
- Michael Brinegar opened the day with an Olympic Trial cut time in 400 free of 3:55.25 and bested his time in the C Final with a 3:53.59 winning effort in the evening session.
- Indiana freshman Cora Dupre also threw down a pair of Olympic Trial cut times in the 50 free. She opened in the preliminary round with a time of 25.88 before swimming a time of 25.56 in the C Final.
 UP NEXT
Day three of the Toyota U.S. Open Championships will begin tomorrow, Dec. 6, at 10 a.m. with the preliminary heats of the 400 IM. All 17 current and former Indiana swimmers will be in action tomorrow.
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BRIDGE AUTHORITY COMMISSIONER, ROD CLARK, ANNOUNCES MEETING!
By: Dan Barton
Indiana, Harmony Way Bridge Authority, Chairman, Rod Clark notified the New Harmony Gazette on Tuesday, December 3rd, that there will be a Bridge Authority meeting on Thursday morning, December 5th, at 9 a.m., at the Working Men’s Institute (WMI).
He said, “Please plan to attend and we can answer any questions the public might have at that time.â€
ADOPT A PET
Mummy is the last remaining of the Halloween “monster†litter. He is almost 7 months old. He’s silly and playful, and brings life to the lounge at River Kitty Cat Café where he’s currently waiting on a home. His adoption fee is only $40 and includes his neuter, microchip, vaccines, and more. He’s ready to go home today! Contact Vanderburgh Humane at (812) 426-2563 for adoption details!
VANDERBURGH COUNTY FELONY CHARGES
Below are the felony cases to be filed by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office today.
Charles Anton Chocola: Intimidation (Level 5 Felony), Intimidation (Level 5 Felony), Criminal recklessness (Level 6 Felony), Pointing a firearm (Level 6 Felony), Domestic battery (Class A misdemeanor), Interference with the reporting of a crime (Class A misdemeanor)
Timothy Lee McKnight: Residential entry (Level 6 Felony), Resisting law enforcement (Class A misdemeanor)
Janet Carter: Auto theft (Level 6 Felony), Theft (Class A misdemeanor)
Joseph Patrick Irvin: Operating a vehicle with an ACE of 0.15 or more (Level 6 Felony)
Norma Jean Caine: Possession of a narcotic drug (Level 6 Felony)
Terry Wayne Lewis: Dealing in a schedule I controlled substance (Level 2 Felony)
Heather Marie Morrison:Â Dealing in a schedule I controlled substance (Level 2 Felony)
Jason M. Lowe:Â Dealing in a schedule I controlled substance (Level 2 Felony)
GEORGE SIDAROS JOINS OLD NATIONAL EVENTS PLAZA AS DIRECTOR OF FOOD & BEVERAGE
Sidaros, an accomplished chef, culinary instructor and hospitality innovator joined the
ASM Global team on November 25, 2019.
 Old National Events Plaza has hired George Sidaros, CTI, CEC, as Director of Food and Beverage.
Of Greek and Italian descent, born in Egypt, Sidaros brings with him over thirty years of experience in the hospitality industry, with an extensive background as an executive chef, chef instructor, hotelier and fine dining professional. He has led teams in a variety of hospitality environments, ranging from the InterContinental Luxury Hotels & Resorts to the fast -paced retail setting of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Most recently, he served as Director of Food & Beverage at Los Sueños Resort & Marina in Costa Rica Beach, Costa Rica, where he directed operations for seven gourmet restaurants and bars.
“We are excited to welcome George to our team. His knowledge and expertise make him not only a perfect fit for our venue but an exciting addition to the Evansville culinary scene. We are confident our clients and guests will immediately see a difference in our quality of products and service,†said Alexis Berggren, General Manager of Old National Events Plaza.
In his new role, Sidaros will oversee all food & beverage operations at Old National Events Plaza, including menu development, culinary execution, catering sales, bar service and retail.
JUST IN : Former Sheriff’s Secretary Arrested for Stealing over $18,000 from Posey Co. Sheriff’s Office
Posey County –Indiana State Police initiated a criminal investigation in August after the discovery of missing funds from the Posey County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Tom Latham contacted the Indiana State Board of Accounts for an in-depth review of their account. The Indiana State Board of Accounts conducted an audit and revealed money was missing from the Posey County Sheriff’s Office. The audit also revealed Trinity Tucker, 42, of Mt. Vernon, was the secretary for the Posey County Sheriff’s Office and was responsible for the bank account during the time funds were missing. The alleged missing funds occurred during former Sheriff Greg Oeth’s term in office.
Further investigation revealed Tucker was responsible for collecting all money coming into the sheriff’s office and for making all deposits into their bank account. Between January 2015 and December 2018, Tucker allegedly stole $18,621.37 from the Posey County Sheriff’s Office. Tucker resigned from her position in February 2019.
After reviewing the investigation, criminal charges were filed by Posey County Prosecutor Thomas Clowers.
This afternoon at approximately 3:45, Tucker was arrested after surrendering to Indiana State Police at the Posey County Jail where she posted bond and was released.
Arrested and Charges:
- Trinity Tucker, 42, Mt. Vernon, IN
- 4 Counts of Theft, Class 6 Felony
Investigating Officer: Detective Tim Denby, Indiana State Police Special Investigations, Organized Crime and Corruption Section