Two Evansville men were arrested after an active meth lab was found in an east side home Wednesday afternoon.
Investigators from the Meth Suppression Unit went to 11 S. Welworth after receiving a tip that 20 year old Christopher Thomas was manufacturing meth at the house. As officers pulled up to the house, they saw several people arguing in the front yard.
When the investigators tried to intervene, Thomas fled from them. Several other people were detained, including the homeowner, 37 year old Jasen Yoder. While officers were searching for Thomas, a resident in the 200 block of S. Thomas called 911 about a man in their garage. Officers arrived and found Thomas hiding in a trash can in the garage. He was arrested after a brief struggle.
During the investigation at the house on Welworth, officers found an active one-pot meth lab and other items commonly used in the manufacturing of methamphetamine. Yoder told officers his two children lived with him in the home, but were with a grandparent at the time. CPS was notified and the Grandparent kept the children.
Thomas was arrested for Manufacturing Meth and Resisting Law Enforcement. Yoder was arrested for Manufacturing Meth and Neglect of Dependent.
Two arrested after meth lab found in east side home
IS IT TRUE May 23, 2013
IS IT TRUE May 23, 2013
IS IT TRUE CCO Mole #29 tells us that there has been some rumor mongering going on in downtown Evansville about the whereabouts of Joe Wallace, Editor of the CCO and Managing Director of the Coachella Valley Innovation Hub?…our Mole tells us that the rumor mongers are saying that Joe is no longer living in California and is basically unable to be found?…nothing could be further from the truth as the CViHub just opened its new accelerator campus at the Palm Springs International Airport at full capacity and has attracted three companies from out of state in 2013?…at this grand opening Palm Springs Mayor Steve Pougnet declared that the CViHub program has “such momentum that it cannot be stoppedâ€?…the most recent business to come into the CViHub program is Silicon Springs Ventures, a start-up venture capital firm formed by former Silicon Valley VC’s who see the momentum and join two angel networks that already operate out of the CViHub?…life is good in Palm Springs for Mr. Wallace who starts most days by putting together IS IT TRUE for the CCO before going off to do his duties at the CViHub?
IS IT TRUE that Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winnecke ran on a platform that included expanding the utilization of the Partnership Intermediary Agreement (PIA) signed between GAGE and the Crane NAVSEA Division on September 3, 2008 AND on establishing an investment fund to support entrepreneurs?…while the news is full of stories about dog parks, platinum plated water meters, skateboard half-pipes, and subsidizing a downtown hotel complex with $37.5 Million taxpayer dollars, we have not heard a single solitary piece of propaganda about technology transfer or the formation of a functional investment fund?…as has been pointed out to the powers that be time and time again, without a viable investment community in start-up businesses the best local entrepreneurs will either give up and take a job or pack up and leave?…youthful talent, educated professionals, venture investors, and entrepreneurs have the potential to add more value to a local economy than all of the hotels, arenas, parks, amphitheatres, zoos, and ball parks that any mayor could ever afford to subsidize with taxpayer dollars?…perhaps the City Council can redirect the funds that are dreamed of for more fun and games into a more promising area like a private matched angel investment fund?…the alternative is to fuel the brain drain and keep driving the talent and ambition out of town?
IS IT TRUE the day after being attributed with making the impossible statement that a 253 room hotel would increase room night sales by 40%, CVB Executive Director Bob Warren has had his contract extended by three years?…the CCO being a supporter of the kind of analytical thought that Mr. Warren sees this as a positive move if Mr. Warren is indeed allowed to keep thinking as opposed to wearing the puppet strings that so often come with these kinds of jobs in Evansville?…as we opined yesterday, we really wonder who wrote the talking points for Mr. Warren when it came to the details of the projected economic impact of a downtown convention hotel?…the timing of the contract extension even take on the appearance of a reward for following orders?…we certainly wish Mr. Warren success in bringing conventions to town but wish the projections published looked more like realism and less like the tales of Baron von Munchausen?
IS IT TRUE that some of the testimony before Congress yesterday by top Internal Revenue Service (IRS) executives was stunning in the sense that these people do not even think it is wrong to single out groups for IRS scrutiny because of political views that dissent from the views of President Obama?…we have scandals in the federal departments of state, justice, and revenue that should make the country blush and change course?…when senior government officials do not even know right from wrong we have a very serious problem?…it is time for another intervention at the federal level like the one in 2008 that swept President Obama into the White House?…it is time this country learned that details and execution matter as much or more than hopes and dreams?…what this country, and many of the local governments in it need now are doers as opposed to dreamers?
Beware of Tornado Relief Scammers
One of the great things about living in America is the American Spirit and the willingness of people to come to the aid of others during tragic events. The recent tornadoes in Oklahoma have already brought volunteers to the area and others will certainly follow. Still others unable to travel to Oklahoma will be very generous by donating money, clothing, and other needs to assist with the relief efforts. While such tragedies oftentimes will bring out the best in most people, still there are those few who will take advantage of the misfortune of others for personal gain. Hoosiers should be aware of people taking the opportunity in light of the recent catastrophic events in Oklahoma to play on the generosity of those willing to help out monetarily. Citizens are cautioned to be skeptical of those going from door-to-door or making individual phone calls to residents claiming to be collecting for tornado relief. If you are contacted by someone asking for donations, ask questions to determine whether or not your contribution will actually go to the tornado relief efforts. Ask the person collecting for credentials, what organization they represent, if there is an address donations can be sent, etc. Ask the person if they have a business card with a website or other information that can be verified through other reliable sources such as the Better Business Bureau or the Attorney General’s Office. If you are approached and feel someone is trying to scam you try to get as much information as possible such as a name, description of the person, description of the vehicle including color, make, and license number if possible then contact local police, sheriff, or your nearest Indiana State Police Post.
The best way to contribute to the relief efforts is to donate money and other needed articles through known legitimate organizations such as the American Red Cross or through local churches collecting for tornado relief. Be aware, be vigilant, and don’t get scammed.
Contact Information:
Sergeant Noel Houze
Public Information and Recruiting
812-689-8011
Officer injured during foot chase, 3 arrested during incident
An Evansville Police Officer was injured while trying to arrest a fleeing drug dealer on Tuesday afternoon.
Police stopped an SUV after the driver committed several traffic violations. Officers pulled the SUV over on the north side of Bayard Park. As officers walked up to the vehicle, the front passenger, 19 year old JAMARCUS JONES, got out of the vehicle and ran. Officers chased JONES through the park. One of the officers caught JONES and took him to the ground. As they fell to the ground, the officer dislocated his shoulder. JONES got back up and continued to run. He was caught by assisting officers and taken into custody. During the chase, JONES tried to discard over $800 and a cell phone. The cash and the cell phone were recovered by officers. Officers also recovered 4 grams of cocaine from the SUV that Jones dropped as he got out to run.
The officer was taken to a local hospital for treatment and later released.
During the investigation, the driver was identified as 26 year old LUCIEN HARRIS. HARRIS was in possession of 10 Oxycodone pills and marijuana. He was also in possession of a .40cal handgun. HARRIS did not a have a prescription for the pills. He did have a permit for the weapon.
The rear passenger was identified as 19 year old DEARIEL SIMMONS. SIMMONS gave officers a fake name in an attempt to avoid being arrested on a Felony probation violation warrant.
All three were arrested and are in the Vanderburgh County Jail.
Jones:
Dealing Cocaine CL-A felony
Possession of Cocaine CL-B felony
Resisting Law Enforcement CL-D Felony
Harris:
Possession of Schedule Narcotics while Armed CL-C Felony
Possession of Marijuana with prior conviction CL-D Felony
Simmons:
False informing CL-A Misdemeanor
Petition to revoke Probation Warrant
Indiana State Police Arrest Evansville Man for Child Exploitation
Vanderburgh County – Wednesday morning, May 22, at approximately 9:00 a.m., Indiana State Police and detectives from the Indiana Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force executed a search warrant at 5015 East Sycamore Street in Evansville after receiving information the tenant of the apartment, Johnathan Henderson, 46, was allegedly involved in sharing child pornography.
In November 2012, a detective with the Indiana State Police Crimes Against Children Unit initiated an investigation into an unknown person sharing child pornographic images via a peer-to-peer file sharing network. During the investigation, the detective was able to download multiple images depicting child pornography and trace the online activity to Henderson’s residence in Evansville.
ST. MARY’S FOUNDATION’S 33rd ANNUAL HERITAGE OPEN SET FOR MONDAY, JUNE 10TH
The St. Mary’s Medical Center Foundation will host its 33rd Annual Heritage Open golf scramble on Monday, June 10th at the Evansville Country Club. All of the proceeds will help provide healthcare services to underserved and uninsured children in the Evansville and Tri-State communities.
Mike Head, President and CEO of First Federal Savings Bank, will once again serve as this year’s chairman.
The day will begin with a continental breakfast at 6:30 a.m. Morning golfers will tee off at 7:00 a.m. Lunch will be served at 11:00 a.m. and afternoon golfers will hit the links at 12:15 p.m. The event concludes with a memorable evening of cocktails, dinner, and the awards presentation at 6:00 p.m.
Tee times for foursomes and individual golfers are still available. To schedule your tee time or for more information, please call Brooke Wagner, St. Mary’s Medical Center Foundation Development Coordinator, at 812.485.5850 or e-mail her at brooke.wagner@stmarys.org. You can also visit www.stmarys.org/foundation.
VANDERBURGH COUNTY FELONY CHARGES
Below is a list of felony cases that were filed by the Vanderburgh County Prosecutor’s Office on Tuesday, May 21, 2013.
Melinda Pointer Possession of a Schedule II Controlled Substance-Class D Felony
Possession of Marijuana-Class A Misdemeanor
Possession of Paraphernalia-Class A Misdemeanor
(Habitual Substance Offender Enhancement)
Alexander Mounlio Forgery-Class C Felony
Attempted Forgery-Class C Felonys (Two Counts)
Fraud-Class D Felony
Theft-Class D Felony
For further information on the cases listed above, or any pending case, please contact Kyle Phernetton at 812.435.5688 or via e-mail at KPhernetton@vanderburghgov.org
Under Indiana law, all criminal defendants are considered to be innocent until proven guilty by a court of law.
Obama’s “Idiot” Defense, by Jonah Goldberg
Although there’s still a great deal to be learned about the scandals and controversies swirling around the White House like so many ominous dorsal fins in the surf, the nature of President Obama’s bind is becoming clear. The best defenses of his administration require undermining the rationale for his presidency.
“We’re portrayed by Republicans as either being lying or idiots. It’s actually closer to us being idiots.†So far, this is the administration’s best defense.
It was offered to CBS News’ Sharyl Attkisson by an anonymous aide involved in the White House’s disastrous response to the attacks in Benghazi, Libya.
Well-intentioned human error rarely gets the credit it deserves. People want to connect the dots, but that’s only possible when you assume that all events were deliberately orchestrated by human will. This is the delusion at the heart of all conspiracy theorists, from Kennedy assassination crackpots to 9/11 “truthers.â€
Behind all such delusions is the assumption that government officials we don’t like are omnicompetent and entirely malevolent. The truth is closer to the opposite. They mean well but can’t do very much very well.
This brings us to the flip side of the conspiracy theory — call it the redeemer fantasy: If only we had the right kind of government with the right kind of leaders, there’d be nothing we couldn’t do.
It’s been a while since we had a self-styled redeemer president. John F. Kennedy surely dabbled in the myth that experts could solve all of our problems, though much of JFK’s messianic status was imposed on him posthumously by the media and intellectuals. You really have to go back to Franklin D. Roosevelt or Woodrow Wilson to find a president who pushed the salvific powers of politics as much as Barack Obama.
His presidency has been grounded in the fantasy that there’s “nothing we can’t do†through government action if we just put all our faith in it — and, by extension, in him. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for, he tells us, and if we just give over to a post-political spirit, where we put aside our differences, the way America (allegedly) did during other “Sputnik moments†(one of his favorite phrases), we can give “jobs to the jobless,†heal the planet, even “create a kingdom [of heaven] right here on Earth.â€
For Obama, the only things separating America from redemption are politics, specifically obstruction from unhinged Republicans and others clinging to outdated and vaguely illegitimate motives. Opposition to gun control is irrational because the “government is us.†Reject warnings “that tyranny is always lurking,†he told the graduating class at Ohio State, because a self-governing people cannot tyrannize themselves.
But, suddenly, when the administration finds itself ensnared by errors of its own making, the curtain is drawn back on the cult of expertise and the fantasy of statist redemption. Early on in the IRS scandal, before the agency’s initial lies were exposed, David Axelrod defended the administration on the grounds that the “government is so vast†the president “can’t know†what’s going on “underneath†him. Of course, it was Obama who once said, “I know more about policies on any particular issue than my policy directors.â€
That is, when things are going relatively well. When scandal hits the fan, he goes from the “government is us†to talking of his own agencies the way a czar might dismiss an injustice in some Siberian backwater. The hubris of omnicompetence gives way to “lighten up, we’re idiots.â€
Many of his defenders now rush to insist that it’s unfair to hold him to too high a standard. He’s just a man, just a politician. Well, duh.
Meanwhile, Obama insists that he is outraged. And, if sincere, that’s nice. But so what? What the president seems to have never fully understood is that the Founders were smarter than he is or that the American people aren’t as dumb as he thinks we are. His outrage is beside the point.
A free people will have legitimate differences on questions of policy. A government as vast as ours is — never mind as vast Obama wants it to be — is destined to abuse its power, particularly in a climate where a savior-president is incessantly delegitimizing dissent (and journalistic scrutiny). Government officials will behave like idiots sometimes, not because they are individually dumb but because a government that takes on too much will make an idiot out of anyone who thinks there’s no limit to what it can do. That alone is good reason to fear tyranny. Indeed, it would be idiotic not to.
Source: RCP
IS IT TRUE May 22, 2013
IS IT TRUE May 22, 2013
IS IT TRUE when Bob Warren was hired to run the Evansville Convention and Visitors Bureau after the scandalous way that his predecessor Marilee Fowler was treated by the Weinzapfel Administration and the Opus One party animals that made up the ECVB Board of Directors, the City County Observer came away impressed that Mr. Warren was a serious man with a head for numbers?…Mr. Warren proved his mathematical acumen once again when he held a meeting at the Mesker Zoo and announced that the $20 Million Roberts Stadium ball fields did not pencil out?…given our respect for Mr. Warren’s command of mathematics the CCO was shocked and amazed yesterday to read in the Courier and Press that Mr. Warren believes that adding a 253 room hotel to an already existing 3,727 rooms will increase the number of room nights sold by 40%?…this statement is not just improbable, it is physically impossible and could not come from the mind of a person who did an extensive analysis on the ball fields and pronounced them to be a bad investment complete with percentage analysis to the one hundredth of a percent?…there are only two possibilities for that statement and the first is that a mathematically challenged reporter for the Courier & Press misstated what Mr. Warren said?…it is also possible that the astute Mr. Warren has been in Evansville long enough to have lost his wits due to the consumption of Mayoral Kool-Aid that seems to cause people to exaggerate wildly about the benefits of fun and games projects?
IS IT TRUE the math behind the statement can easily be debunked as ridiculous as follows:
3,727 rooms x 365 days = 1,360,355 room nights available in Evansville now
1,360,355 x 58.7% occupancy = 798,528 room nights per year sold per year now
253 rooms x 365 = 92,345 room nights added by new hotel
92,345 / 798,528 = 11.6% increase in room nights at 100% occupancy
IS IT TRUE from here it gets really easy to see that to achieve the prediction attributed to Mr. Warren by the Courier Press the operator of a new downtown Convention Hotel would have to sell each and every room 3.46 times every day of the year?…a hotel cannot physically have 346% occupancy even in a sold out all of the time situation?…even the most aggressive of the proposals received by the City of Evansville assumed a 65% occupancy rate for the new hotel?…a difficult to achieve occupancy rate of 65% only would increase the number of room nights sold by 60,025 per year which corresponds to a 7.5% increase in room nights sold?…if Mr. Warren had claimed that the Centre would have 40% more people attending conventions that they currently have we could have gotten on board?…making absurd statements that are physically impossible like the statements Mr. Warren debunked about the ball field impact projections a few years ago destroy the credibility of the messenger?…when it comes to 40% more room nights we have got to conclude that the Courier & Press who supports most anything the Winnecke Administration tells them to in their zeal for a magnanimous quote put some dumb words into Mr. Warren’s mouth?…we invite Mr. Warren to release his documentation on the real impact of both the downtown Convention Hotel and the ball fields?…we will publish them without edit, opinion, or bias?
IS IT TRUE that the Vanderburgh County Republican Party is soliciting its members for donations to purchase a $25,000 booth to use at the Fall Festival?…that seems like an expensive booth but if their members respond positively we shall go by and buy a corn dog from them?…perhaps another good way to pay for the booth would be to reign in the excessive spending on fun and games by Republican Mayor Lloyd Winnecke?…that guy can polish off $25,000 taxpayer dollars before breakfast on non-essential projects while trying to delay essential projects like the sewer repairs as far into the future as he can?