Police investigate accidental shooting

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Detectives from the Columbus Police Department are investigating an accidental shooting.

Columbus police were called to the 300 block of Cleveland Street about a person that had been shot at about 10 a.m. Monday, said Lt. Matt Harris, Columbus Police Department spokesman. When the officers arrived, they located Michael A. Sporleder, a 69 year old Columbus resident, unresponsive in the living room.

He was later pronounced dead at the scene. A family member inside the home said Sporleder was attempting to clean a 9 mm handgun when it discharged, striking him.

For more on this story, see Wednesday’s Republic.

County native completes fundraising bike ride

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December 13, 2016

Hartsville native Carter Forney has completed his long-distance, fundraising bike ride through the southern United States.

Forney finished his cycling journey of more than 3,000 miles Friday in St. Augustine, Florida. That was more than two months after he began his trip Oct. 3 in San Diego, California. The 2007 Hauser High School graduate has raised about $2,000 so far toward a $2,500 goal to provide bicycles to children through the Bikes for Goodness Sake Foundation. The Austin, Texas-based charity provides bikes to underprivileged children through corporate-sponsored bike-build events.

He has a GoFundMe page and video blog, and is planning rewards to those who donate to his cause. He plans to personally thank donors who send at least a $20 donation. Others who donate $50 or more will get a documentary that the cyclist filmed as he made his journey.

To contribute to Carter Forney’s Cycling Coast to Coast for Bikes for Goodness Sake, go to gofundme.com/2ky3gbsw

Local teachers receive grants

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Two Columbus teachers have each received $12,000 Lilly Endowment grants to fund personal and professional renewal experiences.

Recipients are Central Middle School teacher Katherine R. Slabosky and Columbus East High School teacher Derek C. Chastain.

Slabosky plans to use the money for a project called “Advice from a Glacier.” She plans to visit Iceland and Glacier National Park in Montana to observe glaciers and geology.

Chastain’s project, “Lost Among the Stars: Building a Telescope to Gaze Into Deep Space,” will involve building a large reflecting telescope. The telescope will then be used by students to pursue study about astronomy.

Chastain, who has taught at East since the fall of 2005, said he became interested in astronomy as a child while looking at constellations with his father.

He plans to build the telescope during summer break and hopes to begin using it next fall.

The Lilly Endowment Teacher Creativity Fellowship program is in its 30th year in 2017, with many educators using the fellowships to travel across the United States and the world to pursue different interests.

“These dedicated teachers, principals, counselors and media specialists have designed inspirational projects that promise to strengthen them personally and professionally,” said Sara B. Cobb, the endowment’s vice president for education.

“For three decades now, we at the endowment have learned how important it is for educators to have time and space to create and explore. They have shared with us that they return to their schools with a greater commitment to their students and the vocation of education.”

More than 2,900 educators have received grants since the fellowship program began in 1987.

The endowment selected 2017 fellows from a competitive pool of more than 500 applicants.

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The Lilly Endowment Teacher Creativity Fellowship program will mark its 30th year in 2017. The fellowship program, which began in 1987, awards $12,000 grants to educators to pursue personal and professional interests.

The endowment selected 2017 fellows from a competitive pool of more than 500 applicants.

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Developer seeking delay on requests

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December 13, 2016

An Indianapolis developer that has proposed building more than 300 single-family homes northwest of Columbus plans to ask a city panel to continue its application.

Arbor Investments intends to approach the Columbus Planning Commission at its 4 p.m. Wednesday meeting to seek a continuance of the company’s rezoning and annexation application, said Melissa Begley, assistant planning director with the city-county planning department.

The company is requesting to annex 151 acres in Columbus Township for a proposed subdivision, Abbey Place, between Indianapolis Road and Interstate 65 near the Princeton Park subdivision.

The firm is also seeking to rezone a portion of the property consisting of nearly 97 acres from residential single-family 2, or RS2, to residential single-family 3, or RS3.

The proposed development brought more than 40 people to Columbus City Hall on Nov. 9 when Arbor Investments pitched its plans to the Plan Commission. Many residents said they feared traffic problems in the area would worsen if the project were developed.

The developer of the project, Paul Claire, told the commission he would be willing to consider a traffic study after concerns were raised by audience members.

However, that traffic study has not been completed, which has led Arbor Homes to request the continuance, Begley said.

That request is subject to approval by the plan commission.

If the continuance is granted, the project could be revisited at the commission’s January or February meeting, she said.

Local Police, Fire – December 13

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EDITOR’S NOTE: The following information was summarized from the records of city, county and state police, and fire and hospital agencies.

Arrests

Friday

Dawn R. Mullis, 44, 225 Jewell St., Columbus, theft, possession of cocaine or narcotic drug, 6:13 p.m., by the Columbus Police Department, released on $7,500 bond.

Bradley A. McRae, 21, 4550 Woodcrest Drive, Columbus, battery, interfering with report of crime, resisting law enforcement, probation violation, 7:41 p.m., by the Columbus Police Department and Community Corrections, held with no bond.

Dylan E. Pride, 26, North Vernon, Bartholomew County warrant, 8:20 p.m., by the Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Department, held in lieu of $10,000 bond.

Mary S. Clouse, 53, 1323 California St., Columbus, probation violation, 9:36 p.m., by Community Corrections, held with no bond.

Abimael Hernandez Figueroa, 41, 2775 Rosewood Lane, Columbus, possession of paraphernalia, Bartholomew County warrant, 11:34 p.m., by the Columbus Police Department, held in lieu of $5,000 bond.

Saturday

Skylor D. Walp, 24, 8108 E. County Road 400N, Hope, possession of paraphernalia with previous conviction, legend drug injection devices with previous conviction and escape — violates home detention order, 12:04 a.m., by the Indiana State Police, held in lieu of $15,000 bond.

Brandon S. Wade, 20, 513 Market St., Hope, resisting law enforcement, 12:19 a.m., by the Hope Police Department, released on $5,000 bond.

Dylan K. Jessie, 22, 20300 E. County Road 700N, Hope, driving while suspended with prior conviction, possession of marijuana, possession of paraphernalia, 2:18 a.m., by the Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Department, released on $5,000 bond.

Bryce C. Love, 22, 9735 E. County Road 700S, Elizabethtown, possession of paraphernalia, possession of a look-a-like substance and possession of heroin, 2:24 a.m., by the Bartholomew County Sheriff’s Department, released on $5,000 bond.

Katelyn E. Gifford, 24, Seymour, operating a vehicle with a blood-alcohol content of .08 percent or more, 6:09 a.m., by the Columbus Police Department, released on $2,500 bond.

Brandon A. Kincheloe, 23, address listed as Bartholomew County Jail, Columbus, auto theft, 9:46 a.m., by the Columbus Police Department, held with no bond.

Mary L. Snyder, 18, 1443 Lafayette Ave., Columbus, possession of methamphetamine, auto theft, 10:52 a.m., by the Columbus Police Department, released on $7,500 bond.

Fire, medic runs

Saturday

12:47 a.m. — Injury in the 17000 block of South Jonesville Road.

1:32 a.m. — Injury in the 4300 block of North Riverside Drive.

8:22 a.m. — Injury at the intersection of North Marr Road and Wint Lane.

8:54 a.m. — Injury in the 900 block of Lafayette Avenue.

9:35 a.m. — Injury in the 1100 block of 25th Street.

Incidents

Saturday

1:06 a.m. — Property-damage accident in the 17000 block of South Jonesville Road.

1:26 a.m. — Theft reported in the 400 block of Fourth Street.

11:02 a.m. — Theft reported in the 5900 block of North County Road 200W.

12:04 p.m. — Property-damage accident in the 2700 block of West Jonathan Moore Pike.

1:23 p.m. — Subject refusing to leave in the 1400 block of Chestnut Street.

2:21 p.m. — Theft reported in the 900 block of Whitfield Drive.

2:22 p.m. — Theft reported in the 3200 block of Central Avenue.

3:54 p.m. — Property-damage accident at the intersection of 10th Street and Whitfield Drive.

4:00 p.m. — Theft reported in the 700 block of Whitfield Drive.

4:13 p.m. — Leaving the scene of an accident in the 5100 block of South Lincoln Village.

4:28 p.m. — Property-damage accident at the intersection of 25th Street and North National Road.

4:30 p.m. — Property-damage accident at the intersection of North County Road 750W and West Georgetown Road.

4:46 p.m. — Theft reported in the 500 block of South Cherry Street.

4:52 p.m. — Theft reported in the 2900 block of North National Road.

7:02 p.m. — Drug violations in the 1600 block of Central Avenue.

7:32 p.m. — Theft reported in the 2000 block of 26th Street.

8:37 p.m. — Theft reported in the 3400 block of U.S. 31 South.

9:14 p.m. — Fraud in the 1100 block of U.S. 31 North.

10:04 p.m. — Theft reported in the 1600 block of Central Avenue.

11:19 p.m. — Theft reported in the 700 block of Hutchins Avenue.

Regional Hospital, Police – December 13

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Arrests

Saturday

Bridget Perry, 25, North Vernon, two warrants, possession of paraphernalia, possession of a controlled substance, legend drug violations, 10 a.m., by the North Vernon Police Department, $4,165 bond.

Richard Tolen

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Seymour

Mr. Richard Tolen, 78, of Seymour, Indiana, passed away Sunday, December 11, 2016, in Seymour, Indiana.

He was born April 16, 1938, in Columbus, Indiana, the son of the late Clarence Edward and Ruby Lucille (Ross) Tolen.

He married his wife of 56 years, Carole Ann Bridgewater, on September 23, 1960, at First United Methodist Church in Seymour, and she survives.

Richard was a member of East Columbus United Methodist Church. He graduated from Columbus High School then went on to obtain his Associate’s degree in engineering from Purdue. He was an U.S. Army veteran. He retired from Cummins Engine Company after more than 40 years of service where his position was plant lay-out technician. He was a member of the American Legion Post 89.

He is survived by his wife, Carole; their children, Lisa Tolen (Roman) Munguia, Ross Tolen, Paul Tolen and Raini Tolen; grandchildren, Brett Khune, Carl McKinney, Charity McKinney and Ariadna Munguia; great-grandchildren, Bliss Tolen, Connor Garza and Santiago Avila; brothers, Robert Tolen, David Tolen and Jerry Tolen; sisters, Deloris “Peach” Baker, Bonnie Tolen and Joyce Mathis; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Michael Tolen; and sisters, Mary Noblitt and Linda Garris.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, December 15, 2016, at Voss Chapel, with Pastor Robin Everhart officiating. Burial will follow at Garland Brook Cemetery with full military graveside rites conducted by VFW Post 1925, American Legion Post 89, Disabled Veterans 47, Korean and Vietnam Veterans, all of Seymour.

Friends and family may gather from 11 a.m. until service time Thursday at Voss Chapel.

Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Research through Voss & Sons Funeral and Crematory Service, Seymour, Indiana.

A complete obituary may be viewed on the funeral home website at www.vossfuneralservice.com.

Jay Jarrett

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Edinburgh

Jay D. Jarrett, 59, of Edinburgh, passed away peacefully at his home December 11, 2016.

Jay was born October 4, 1957, in Columbus, the son of Max and Darrah Jarrett.

He graduated from Lapel High School.

Jay was married on October 15, 1983, to Paula L. Perry and they spent a loving 33 years together.

He worked at Nagakura and had previously worked at CJR with his father. Jay was a volunteer firefighter for German Township Fire Department. He was an avid fisherman, hunter and sports enthusiast.

Jay is survived by his wife, Paula Jarrett; children, Ryan Jarrett and Kayla Jarrett, both of Columbus; a sister, Rita Jarrett of Columbus; and grandchildren, Conner Monroe Buck and Raelyn Marie Jo Bryant.

Jay was preceded in death by his parents.

The funeral will be at 3 p.m. Thursday, December 15, 2016, at Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home with the Rev. Howard Boles officiating. Calling hours will be from 1 p.m. until service time Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or German Township Volunteer Fire Department through the funeral home.

You are invited to view his video tribute after 11 a.m. Thursday, light a virtual candle and send a message to the family via the internet.

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Irma Galloway

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Columbus

Irma C. Galloway, 83, Columbus, died at 2:20 p.m. Saturday, December 10, 2016, at Our Hospice of South Central Indiana Inpatient Facility.

Mrs. Galloway was born June 30, 1933, in Seymour, Indiana, to Arthur and Martha Sexton Fleetwood.

She married Truman A. Galloway November 27, 1953. He preceded her in death March 4, 2014.

Mrs. Galloway was a homemaker and a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary.

Survivors include her children, Shari K. Galloway of Columbus and Thomas (Jennifer) Galloway of Columbus; grandchildren, Emily and Andres Galloway both of Columbus; brothers, Orville K. Fleetwood of Columbus and Norman (Carol) Fleetwood of Columbus; and several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Galloway was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; and six siblings.

The funeral will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday at Barkes, Weaver & Glick Funeral Home on Washington Street with the Pastor Jerry Ballard officiating. Family and friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and from 9 a.m. until service time Thursday. Burial will be at Riverview Cemetery in Seymour.

Memorial contributions may be made to Our Hospice of South Central Indiana.

Online condolences and special memories may be shared with the Galloway family and a video tribute may be viewed at barkesweaverglick.com.

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David Jordan

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Nashville

David W. Jordan, 62, of Nashville, Indiana, died at 5 a.m. December 12, 2016, at Our Hospice of South Central Indiana Inpatient Facility.

The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, December 17, 2016, at Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home with Pastor Virgil Clotfelter officiating. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. A Masonic Memorial Service will be at 6:45 p.m. Friday. Burial will be at Garland Brook Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Our Hospice of South Central Indiana through the funeral home.

A full obituary will be in a later edition of The Republic.