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Thursday, July 2, 2009

IFC SELLS LOANS, 3 INDIANA BRANCHES 
Irwin Financial announced the sale of approximately 190 million dollars of commercial loans in the second quarter and an agreement to sell three branch locations in Indiana, in the third quarter.  The majority of the commercial banking loans were sold to First Financial Bank, National Association.  IFC also announced it will be selling offices in Carmel, Greensburg, and Shelbyville to First Financial in an effort to preserve their core south-central Indiana markets.
 
REPEAT OFFENDER ARRESTED ON CHILD MOLESTING CHARGES
A former Columbus man was arrested on charges of Child Molesting at his Bloomington home Wednesday. The Bartholomew County Sheriffs Department obtained a warrant for 49-year-old Rickie Rarey after a victim’s father filed a complaint. Investigation of Rareys laptop revealed he had taken numerous explicit photo graphs of two 7-year-old and 8-year-old girls. Sheriff Mark Gorbett stated this was one of the most horrendous crimes he’s seen in his 30 years of law enforcement and that they will pursue whatever charges are necessary to keep the repeat offender separated from society.

COMMONS BIDS OPENED THURSDAY
The Columbus City Board of Works will hold a special meeting Thursday. The board will be opening bids for the construction of The Commons. The meeting will be held in council chambers at 1:00.  
 
INDEPENDENCE DAY CLOSINGS
The following offices will be closed on Friday in recognition of Independence Day. Columbus City, Bartholomew County, and Seymour Government offices, Columbus City Utilities, and Seymour trash and recycling. On Saturday Columbus City bus routes, post office, Bartholomew County Recycling Center and Landfill will be closed as well.  

CULVERS AND RED CROSS TEAM UP FOR BLOOD DRIVE
Culvers and the American Red Cross are teaming up for a special, “Give a Pint, Get a Pint” blood drive this weekend. You can donate on Sunday from noon until 5:00 at the Columbus Culvers location and receive a coupon for a free pint of frozen custard. Donors must be 17 years of age, weigh at least 110 pounds, and be in good health.

FREE HOURS AT KIDSCOMMONS THURSDAY 
Kidscommons, Columbus’ community children’s museum, will be open Free from 4-6 pm today in conjunction with NeighborFEST!   One adult is required for every 5 children.  The museum will be closed on Saturday, July 4th but will be open for normal business on Sunday from 1-5pm.

ISC SEEKS VOLUNTEER COACHES 
The International School of Columbus is looking for coaches for sports teams. Coaches are needed for boys tennis, girls golf, boys and girls cross country, boys and girls basketball, and cheerleading. For more information or an application visit the careers page at internationalschoolofcolumbus.com.
 
DNR 4TH OF JULY PHOTO CONTEST
Shutter bugs who have a Facebook page could win a prize from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.  To enter the “Shoot and Share” contest Just take a picture and post it in the fan photos album on Indiana State Parks and Reservoir’s Facebook page. Photos must be taken between July 3rd and 5th and may be of scenery, wildlife, or any legal activity at an Indiana state park or reservoir.

SPACE PORT INDIANA SUMMER CAMP
Space Port Indiana is now taking registrations for the next summer camp. Brian Tanner with Space Port Indiana says it will be held August 4th – 7th. You can sign your children up for space camp by visiting spaceportindiana.com

SCHNECK BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP 
Grief is one of life’s most difficult and painful experiences. To help in this difficult time, Schneck Medical Center offers a Bereavement Support Group. The Bereavement Support Group meets the 1st Wednesday and 2nd Monday of each month. To make your reservation for this program please call812-523-4879.
 
DRIVE-THRU LUNCH AT EXTENSION OFFICE
The Purdue/Bartholomew County Extension Office is holding a Drive-Thru Lunch on July 2nd at the extension office. Anna Armstrong with the extension office says all proceeds raised will benefit the Bartholomew County 4-H Program. The drive-thru lunch will be from 11 to 2:00. The Purdue/Bartholomew County Extension Office is located on State Street in Columbus.
  
DNR SEEKS VOLUNTEERS
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is looking for volunteers for the DNR Fishin’ Pond at the Indiana State Fair. There is no experience needed and optional training will be offered. Volunteers are needed for both morning and evening shifts. For more information visit in.gov/DNR 

3RD ANNUAL MIDNIGHT 5K
The Seymour Cross Country team will be hosting their third annual, Midnight 5K Race on July 10, 2009 in downtown Seymour. Pre-registration is $15 and $20 day of race registration. Registration forms can be found at www.seymourowlsxc.blogspot.com.

NEIGHBORFEST TO BRING ROCK GROUP TO COLUMBUS 
The 2nd NeighborFEST of the 2009 season will be held July 2nd in downtown Columbus. Donna Stouder with the Columbus Area Arts Council says this show will offer something for everyone when Rock Soup takes the stage NeighborFEST is free and will be held on Washington Street in downtown Columbus
 
FALL YOUTH SOCCER REGISTRATION OPEN
Registration for the Columbus Parks and Recreation Department’s Fall Youth Soccer League is now open. Katia Hatter with parks and rec says you have until July 30th to get your child signed up. To register visit www.columbusparksandrec.com or Donner Center.
 
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY 4-H FAIR JULY 10-18TH
Mark your calendars for the 2009 Bartholomew County 4-H Fair. Fair Board Member,  Larry Fisher, says the fun begins July 10th.  A complete calendar of events is listed on the QMIX Community Calendar at QMIX.com as well as in fair books, which, are available at the Purdue Extension Office.

TECH RECONNECT RECYCLING INK CARTRIGES
Tech ReConnect is collecting ink cartridges, toners and old cell phones for recycling. You can drop them off at the Tech ReConnect Facility located at 1525 14th Street behind San Souci. Tech ReConnect will also pick up any of those items you’d like to recycle.  For more information or to schedule a pick up contact 314-2730.

LIBERTY DAY TEA PARTY
We the People Indiana will hold a Liberty day TEA Party on July 5th. Lisa Deaton with We the People says it will be held at 4:00 at the Bartholomew County 4-H Fairgrounds. For more information visit wethepeopleindiana.org 

FIRST CALL FOR HELP 211 TO HOLD SILENT AUCTION
First Call For Help 211 has planned a Silent Auction for Friday, July 24th at Zaharakos Ice Cream Parlor and Museum from 11am - 2pm. Through the event, First Call For Help 211 hopes to build awareness as well as raise much needed funds to support its mission of linking people in need with community resources. For more information about the event, including donation and sponsor information visit firstcallforhelp211.org

IUPUC OFFERS DISCOVER OPPORTUNITIES EVENT 
IUPUC has something for everyone, whether you are interested in specific training, resuming coursework, or starting a new degree. If you would like to learn about what IUPUC has to offer, you should attend the free Discover Opportunities event from 10 am to Noon on Saturday,  July 25. . Register by calling 348-7390 or sending an e-mail to admissions@iupuc.edu.

USSSA VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Volunteers are needed for the Upcoming USSSA World Series.  The boy’s Baseball World Series will start on Wednesday, July 15th and the girl’s Fast Pitch World Series will start on Monday, July 27th.  Volunteers are needed throughout both events. To volunteer please call 378-2622
 
NORTH HIGH SCHOOL 30-YEAR REUNION
The Columbus North High School class of 1979 is planning a 30 year reunion. Organizers of the reunion are currently trying to contact class members to let them know about the event. If you were part of the class of 1979 you are asked to call 376-7795.