In the early morning hours of May 17, 2013, Officer Justin Chambers was in the area of Bell Road and Bell Oaks Drive when he stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation. During this traffic stop, Warrick County Sheriff's Deputy, Jonathan Scully, ran his K9 partner around the vehicle and the K9 alerted to narcotics inside the vehicle. 

During the search of the vehicle, Methamphetamine was found along with drug paraphernalia. Marijuana and paraphernalia were also found in a purse belonging to one of the passengers. 

The driver of the vehicle was charged with Possession of Methamphetamine and Paraphernalia.

One of the passengers was charged with Possession of Marijuana and Paraphernalia and Possession of a Legend Drug and another passenger was arrested for a warrant out of Vanderburgh County.


SOURCE: Newburgh Police Department - Facebook

Today is the opening day of Memphis & Main BBQ - a new carryout and delivery BBQ restaurant in Newburgh, Indiana.  Located in the little red shack in Newburgh Plaza, owner, Brian Shonk, will serve award-winning Memphis-style dry-rubbed, slow-smoked BBQ featuring a variety of sauces that include Original, Sweet Pineapple, Carolina Vinegar, Sunshine Mustard, and XXX Ghost Pepper BBQ Sauces to satisfy any taste and appetite. 

The menu includes BBQ staples like pulled pork, chicken, and babyback ribs and regional favorites like loaded BBQ smoked potatoes and house-made desserts such as bread pudding and peanut butter pie.  Carryout, delivery, and catering available. 

Call 812-858-0111 or stop by 4946 SR 261 in Newburgh Plaza (formerly Steak and Take Grill).

About Memphis & Main BBQ and Owner Brian Shonk
Memphis & Main BBQ was founded by Brian & Katie Shonk in Paris, Illinois in July 2009 as a small roadside BBQ stand.  The name came from the idea that they’re bringing Memphis-style, dry-rubbed and slow-smoked, BBQ to Main Street USA.  Upon settling down in Evansville, Indiana, Brian found a way to put his mad food-making skills to work- bottled BBQ sauce! The line included 6 sauces and 3 spice rubs and was successfully sold at various local groceries from Evansville to Odon, IN, but that didn’t scratch the itch.  Like a little Italian grandma, Brian loves feeding people, and he wouldn’t rest until the people of Newburgh found what would fill the void in their souls and bellies- BBQ! Today’s opening is a culmination of 20 years hard work, shameless self-promotion, support of many friends and family, and a dream come true. Come out and taste for yourself  the glory that is Memphis-style BBQ.

Fun Facts

• Owners Brian & Katie Shonk
  
• Participated multiple years in the W.C. Handy Festival in Henderson, Kentucky
• Placed in the Smoke-Out for Parkinson’s along the Evansville riverfront, their 1st Kansas City BBQ Society (KCBS) competition

NEWBURGH, Ind. – It appears spring is finally arriving in southern Indiana and that means construction season is moving into high gear!  The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is announcing that State Road 261 (S.R. 261) will be closing in Newburgh / Warrick County.  

On or after Monday, April 8, crews will be closing S.R. 261 to allow the project to move into its next phase.  The roadway will be officially closed from the junction of S.R. 66 to the junction of S.R. 62 for through traffic.  The detour re-routes motorist using S.R. 66, Interstate 164 and S.R. 62.  Local traffic will have access on S.R. 261 to the point of closure. 

Construction activities will close S.R. 261 from Plank Road to Jenner Road.  Currently the road has two, twelve-foot lanes with two-foot paved shoulders.  This project will reconstruct the roadway so that there are two, fourteen-foot lanes with six-foot paved shoulders.  It will also include the construction of a right turn lane for northbound and left turn lane for southbound traffic into the Lake Ridge Subdivision. 

While the closure is in place access will be maintained for all property owners, however that access may not be in its current location.  The entrance will be temporary and made of stone.  Contractor’s crews will maintain these access points throughout the closure.  

The $12.1 million dollar project includes upgrading S.R. 261 from three to five lanes (2 lanes in each direction with a center turn lane) from State Road 66 to Fuquay Road.  From Fuquay, the roadway will be upgraded to three lanes (one lane in each direction with a center turn lane) to Old Plank Road.  The roadway continues north as two, fourteen-foot lanes to Jenner Road with dedicated turn lanes into the Lake Ridge Subdivision and improved shoulders.  The project also includes realignment of the Fuquay intersection with S.R. 261, sight distance improvements and a new stop light at the intersection of S.R. 261 and Peachwood Drive. 

The roadway is expected to re-open to through traffic in November and the projected overall completion date of the project is April 2014. 

INDOT reminds motorists to follow the posted work zone speed limit, use caution and consider worker safety when traveling through a work zone.  For the latest news and information about INDOT, please visit www.in.gov/indot or www.trafficwise.in.gov

Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Office News Release - January 14, 2013:
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Newburgh man after he attempted to break into a residence in a Northeastern Vanderburgh County. Prior to Sheriff’s Deputies’ arrival, the homeowner fired a pistol at the intruder, missing him. The man fled the scene and was apprehended a short while later, as he attempted to break into the residence a second time while Sheriff’s Deputies were inside speaking with the resident. Trent Alan Thompson, age 21, was arrested and charged with Residential Entry, Criminal Mischief and Public Intoxication. He has since posted a $5,000 cash bond and was released from custody. No charges will be filed on the homeowner. 

On January 12th, at approximately 11:56 PM hours, the homeowner called 911 and reported that a man was attempting to break into her residence through a glass patio door. The Call Taker at Central Dispatch could hear the sounds the man was making as he attempted to break in. Day had retrieved a pistol from within the residence prior to calling 911. As she was on the line, she fired a shot at the intruder who had not yet made entry. Deputies arrived within 2 minutes of dispatch and found that the intruder had fled the scene. Two deputies remained inside the residence while other deputies and an EPD canine began a search of the area. Less than 15 minutes later, the deputies inside the residence heard what sounded like glass breaking coming from the garage. The deputies, as well as the EPD canine handler whose dog had tracked away then back to the residence, found Thompson attempting to enter the residence through the man door of the attached garage. He had just broken the window on the door and was taken into custody without incident. 

Sheriff’s investigators were able to determine that Thompson had been drinking approximately 2 hours earlier in the evening at the Hornet’s Nest restraint with his wife. He became angry after watching a football game and left the restaurant on foot. Thompson stated that he believed he was at a friend’s residence when he was arrested. 

ARRESTED:
Trent Alan Thompson, 21, Newburgh, IN 
CHARGES:
Residential Entry Class D Felony/Criminal Mischief Class D Felony/Public Intoxication Class B Misdemeanor 

Indiana State Police at Evansville arrested only one impaired driver overnight. Trooper Josh Greer arrested Nathan Broshears, 35, of Newburgh, for Driving While Intoxicated. He was stopped early this morning on SR 662 near Phelps Drive in Newburgh for a traffic violation. Further investigation revealed Broshears had a blood alcohol content of .20%. He was taken to the Warrick County Jail. 

The Evansville District is responsible for patrolling Knox, Pike, Gibson, Posey, Vanderburgh and Warrick Counties. Statewide DUI arrest numbers are not yet available.


SOURCE: Indiana State Police

NEWBURGH, Ind. – The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announces that beginning Monday, December 3, traffic patterns will change on State Road 261 (S.R. 261) in Newburgh.  It is anticipated that the shift in traffic will take place after the morning rush hour and may be postponed in the case of inclement weather.  

Since October of 2011, all traffic has been maintained on the existing S.R. 261.  Motorists will be shifted to the center lanes of the roadway from S.R. 66 to just north of Vann Road.  From that area to Plank Road motorists will utilize the new south bound lanes of S.R. 261.  One lane in each direction will be maintained at all times.  

Contractor’s crews will continue the construction of the expanded S.R. 261 from S.R. 66 to Plank Road.  The $12.1 million dollar project includes upgrading S.R. 261 from three to five lanes (2 lanes in each direction with a center turn lane) from State Road 66 to Fuquay Road.  From Fuquay, the roadway will be upgraded to three lanes (one lane in each direction with a center turn lane) to Old Plank Road.  The roadway will then continue north as two lanes to Jenner Road and will have a dedicated turn lane into the Lake Ridge Subdivision with improved shoulders.  The work also includes realignment of the Fuquay intersection with S.R. 261, sight distance improvements and a new stop light at the intersection of S.R. 261 and Peachwood Drive.

This project has a projected overall completion date of April 2014.  

INDOT encourages motorists to slow down and pay special attention while traveling in work zones throughout Indiana.  For the latest news and information about INDOT, please visit www.in.gov/indot and www.trafficwise.in.gov .


SOURCE: INDOT

Warrick County – Monday afternoon, September 24, Sergeant Tom Weber was off-duty and driving his marked patrol car on Stacer Road when he observed the driver of a 2003 Mercedes Benz pass a school bus that had stopped at Cricklewood to unload children. The red lights on the bus were flashing and the stop arm was extended when the driver made the illegal pass. Sergeant Weber stopped the vehicle and identified the driver as Shane Hunter, 27, of Newburgh. While talking to Hunter a strong odor of marijuana was detected inside the vehicle. Sergeant Weber discovered a smoking pipe and a bag of marijuana inside a back pack located on the front seat. Hunter was arrested and taken to the Warrick County Jail. He was later released after posting bond.

ARRESTED AND CHARGES:
• Shane Hunter, 27, 5899 Lisa Lane, Newburgh, IN
1. Reckless Driving – Passing a School Bus while Loading or Unloading, Class B Misdemeanor
2. Possession of Marijuana, Class A Misdemeanor
3. Possession of Paraphernalia, Class A Misdemeanor

Arresting Officers: Sergeant Tom Weber and Trooper Keith Schmitz 


SOURCE: Indiana State Police 

DAIRY QUEEN GIVE BACK EVENT
FOR OHIO TOWNSHIP FIRE DEPARTMENT AND NEWBURGH FIRE DEPARTMENT! 

Monday, September 17, 2012 - 4:00pm until 9:00pm
Newburgh DQ Grill & Chill Orange Julius
8095 High Pointe Dr, Newburgh, Indiana

Dairy Queen has teamed up with Ohio Township Fire Department AND Newburgh Volunteer Fire Department and they are generously donating 10% of their sales during the fundraiser time! Come and get a tasty treat, meet some firefighters, and see a fire truck or two! It couldn't be much easier to help out your local fire departments! Please share this event with all of your friends! No coupons needed, but be sure to tell them you're there for this event so your purchase can be credited to these 2 great departments!   

NEWBURGH, Ind. –The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is announcing that on Thursday, July 5, Oak Grove Road will close at State Road 261 (S.R. 261).  Casey Road at Oak Grove Road will also be closed.  These closures are required for the reconstruction of S.R. 261 and realignment of intersection. Crews will begin work at approximately 7:00 a.m. local time and the roadway will remain closed through mid-August, weather permitting.  

The $12.1 million dollar project includes upgrading S.R. 261 from three to five lanes (2 lanes in each direction with a center turn lane) from State Road 66 to Fuquay Road.  From Fuquay, the roadway will be upgraded to three lanes (one lane in each direction with a center turn lane) to Old Plank Road.  The roadway will then continue north as two lanes to Jenner Road and will have a dedicated turn lane into the Lake Ridge Subdivision with improved shoulders.  The work also includes realignment of the Fuquay intersection with S.R. 261, sight distance improvements and a new stop light at the intersection of S.R. 261 and Peachwood Drive. The overall completion date for the project is April of 2014.

Source: INDOT

NEWBURGH, Ind. –The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) is announcing that on Wednesday, May 23, Vann Road at State Road 261 (S.R. 261).  The intersection, located just south of Castle High School, will close for reconstruction to accommodate the additional lanes of traffic and realignment of intersection. Crews will begin work at approximately 7:00 a.m. local time and the roadway will remain closed through mid-June, weather permitting.  

The $12.1 million dollar project includes upgrading S.R. 261 from three to five lanes (2 lanes in each direction with a center turn lane) from State Road 66 to Fuquay Road.  From Fuquay, the roadway will be upgraded to three lanes (one lane in each direction with a center turn lane) to Old Plank Road.  The roadway will then continue north as two lanes to Jenner Road and will have a dedicated turn lane into the Lake Ridge Subdivision with improved shoulders.  The work also includes realignment of the Fuquay intersection with S.R. 261, sight distance improvements and a new stop light at the intersection of S.R. 261 and Peachwood Drive. The overall completion date for the project is April of 2014. 

INDOT encourages motorists to slow down and pay special attention while traveling in work zones throughout Indiana.  For the latest news and information about INDOT, please visit www.in.gov/indot and www.trafficwise.in.gov