LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE
ADOPTING AND ENACTING A NEW CODE OF ORDINANCES,
INCLUDING REPEAL AND AMENDMENT OF EXISTING ORDINANCES,
FOR THE TOWN OF CROTHERSVILLE, INDIANA
Taxpayers, property owners, and other interested parties in the Town of Crothersville, Indiana (“Town”) are hereby notified that the Town Council adopted an ordinance establishing a new code of ordinances on February 3, 2026. The ordinance contains fines and penalties for violations. The effective date of the ordinance is February 4, 2026.
ORDINANCE NO. 2026 – 1
An Ordinance adopting a new code of ordinances for the Town of Crothersville, Indiana
WHEREAS, The Town of Crothersville, Indiana, hereby establishes and adopts a new code of ordinances.
NOW, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF CROTHERSVILLE, INDIANA:
An ordinance setting forth a new code of ordinances, including repeal and amendments of existing ordinances, was passed by the Town Council on February 3, 2026, as Ordinance Number 2026-1. The new code of ordinances contains fines and penalties.
ADOPTED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL this 3rd day of February, 2026.
The complete version of the code of ordinances is available for examination and copying at the office of the Clerk-Treasurer at the Town Hall of the Town of Crothersville, 111 East Howard Street, Crothersville, Indiana 47229, during normal business hours.
Danieta Foster
Crothersville Clerk-Treasurer
Dated: February 9, 2026
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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
REGARDING NEW SEWER RATES AND CHARGES FOR THE TOWN OF CROTHERSVILLE, INDIANA
Property owners, ratepayers, and other interested parties in or served or to be served by the utilities of the Town of Crothersville, Indiana (“Town”) are hereby notified that a public hearing will be held by the Town Council, at the Town Hall, 111 East Howard Street, Crothersville, Indiana 47229, commencing at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The purpose of the hearing is to consider the establishment of new sewer rates and charges for the users of the Town’s sewer works. At the hearing, interested persons will have the opportunity to be heard concerning the sewer rates and charges to be established by Crothersville Town Ordinance 2026-3.
The complete text of the ordinance is available for examination and copying at the office of the Clerk-Treasurer at the Town Hall of the Town of Crothersville, 111 East Howard Street, Crothersville, Indiana 47229, during normal business hours and will be available at the public hearing.
At the March 3, 2026 meeting, the Town Council shall consider, and may take final action on, the proposed ordinance.
Danieta Foster
Crothersville Clerk-Treasurer
Dated: February 2, 2026
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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
REGARDING NEW WATER RATES AND CHARGES FOR THE TOWN OF CROTHERSVILLE, INDIANA
Property owners, ratepayers, and other interested parties in or served or to be served by the utilities of the Town of Crothersville, Indiana (“Town”) are hereby notified that a public hearing will be held by the Town Council, at the Town Hall, 111 East Howard Street, Crothersville, Indiana 47229, commencing at 6:30 PM on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The purpose of the hearing is to consider the establishment of water rates and charges for the users of the Town’s waterworks. At the hearing, interested persons will have the opportunity to be heard concerning the water rates and charges to be established by Crothersville Town Ordinance 2026-2.
The complete text of the ordinance is available for examination and copying at the office of the Clerk-Treasurer at the Town Hall of the Town of Crothersville, 111 East Howard Street, Crothersville, Indiana 47229, during normal business hours and will be available at the public hearing.
At the March 3, 2026 meeting, the Town Council shall consider, and may take final action on, the proposed ordinance.
Danieta Foster
Crothersville Clerk-Treasurer
Dated: February 2, 2026
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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ON ORDER ISSUED PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 155 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES (the “Unsafe Building Ordinance”) OF THE CITY OF SALEM, INDIANA (the “City”) AND INDIANA CODE 36-7-9-1 ET. SEQ. (the “Unsafe Building Law”) REGARDING 304 1/2 S. MILL STREET, SALEM, INDIANA 47167 (the “Property”).
The Building Inspector for the City has determined the Property to be an Unsafe Premises due to the presence of excessive trash, debris, and hazardous materials. THE BUILDING INSPECTOR ORDERED THE CURRENT OWNER OF THE PROPERTY TO REMOVE EXCESS TRASH, DEBRIS, AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS FROM THE PROPERTY (the “Order”). PLEASE BE ADVISED, A HEARING ON THE ORDER WILL BE HELD BEFORE THE CITY’S PLAN COMMISSION (the “Commission”), THE DESIGNATED HEARING AUTHORITY UNDER THE UNSAFE BUILDING ORDINANCE FOR ENFORCEMENT MATTERS UNDER THE UNSAFE BUILDING LAW, ON THE 2nd DAY OF MARCH 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. (ET) IN THE CITY’S COUNCIL CHAMBERS AT SALEM CITY HALL, 201 EAST MARKET STREET, SALEM, INDIANA 47167 (the “Hearing”).
If the Commission affirms the Order herein contained, and if the Order is not complied with within 10 days following such affirmation, pursuant to I.C. 36-7-9-10, the Building Inspector may cause the action herein required to be completed at the sole cost of the owner of the Property. The Building Inspector may seek monetary civil penalties or may seek a court order authorizing the remedial work to be performed by the Building Inspector or otherwise enforcing the remedies set forth in the Unsafe Building Law.
Pursuant to I.C. 36-7-9-27(a), if any Interested Persons transfer their respective interest in the Property prior to the completion of the action set forth in the Order, such Interested Persons shall supply full information regarding the Order to such transferee and, within five (5) days of such transfer, provide notice to the Building Inspector of such transfer, the name, address, and telephone number of the transferee, and a copy of the instrument effectuating such transfer. Failure to comply with the foregoing requirement may create liability under I.C. 36-7-9-27(b). If you have any questions, contact the Building Inspector at 201 E. Market Street, Suite 104, Salem, Indiana 47167, telephone number (812) 883-5060.
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LEGAL NOTICE
VOUCHER TO BE PRESENTED TO SCOTT COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Court Claim to be approved 3/4/2026
Culligan of Seymour, $12.00; Erin Schneider. $10.00; Jason Mount, $50.00; Language Line Services, $31.32; Lorch Naville Ward LLC, $854.00; M&M Office Products Inc., $80.00; Marsha Owens Howser, $50.00; Offices Gutierrez, $234.00; Shantel Smithey, $352.00; Thomas Reuters-West, $694.00; West Sixth Law LLP, $1,732.50; Elan Financial, $16.95.
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LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE
By virtue of a certified copy of a decree to me, directed from the Clerk of Washington Circuit Court of Washington County, Indiana, in Cause No. 88C01-2505-MF-000358, wherein Freedom Mortgage Corporation was Plaintiff, and Gary J. Fowler, solely in the capacity as Personal Representative of the Estate of Gary Delton Fowler and Amy Fowler, solely in the capacity as Co-Personal Representative of the Estate of Gary Delton Fowler were Defendants, required me to make the sum as provided for in said Decree, with interest and cost, I will expose at public sale to the highest bidder on the 17th day of March, 2026, at the hour of 10 a.m., at 801 Jackson Street, Salem, IN 47167, the fee simple of the whole body of Real Estate in Washington County, Indiana.
Lot #93 in the Original Plat to the Town (now City) of Salem, Washington County, Indiana.
More commonly known as
307 S High St,
Salem, IN 47167-1309
Parcel No. 88-24-17-334-101.000-022
Together with rents, issues, income and profits thereof, said sale will be made without relief from valuation or appraisement laws.
/s/ BRYAN K. REDMOND
BRYAN K. REDMOND, Plaintiff Attorney
Attorney # 22108-29
FEIWELL & HANNOY, P.C.
8415 Allison Pointe Blvd., Suite 400
Indianapolis, IN 46250
Brent Miller, Sheriff
Washington Township
The Sheriff’s Department does not warrant the accuracy of the street address published herein.
SERVICE DIRECTED TO:
Gary J. Fowler, solely in the capacity as Personal Representative
of the Estate of Gary Delton Fowler
724 Larkwood Dr
Tunnel Hill, GA 30755-9575
Service Type: Serve By Certified Mail
NOTICE
FEIWELL & HANNOY, P.C., IS A DEBT COLLECTOR.
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LEGAL NOTICE
State Of Indiana
County Of Scott
In The Scott Circuit Court
Case No: 72C01-2601-EU-05
In Re: The Estate Of Joy Edrington
Deceased
NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION
Notice is given that Junelle Edrington, on January 26, 2026, was appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Joy Edrington, deceased, who died on August 8, 2025. The personal representative is authorized to administer the estate without Court supervision.
All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file the claim in the office of the Clerk of this Court within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or within nine (9) months after the decedent’s death, whichever is earlier, or the claims will be forever barred.
Dated: January 26, 2026
Michelle Shelton
Clerk,
Scott Circuit Court
Attorney for Estate:
John F. Dietrich
Attorney at Law
63 West Wardell Street
Scottsburg, IN 47170
(812) 752-2344
Attorney I.D. #14224-53
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LEGAL NOTICE
State Of Indiana
County Of Scott
In The Scott Circuit Court
Case No: 72C01-2601-EU-006
In Re: The Estate Of Paul Edwin Sweany
Deceased
NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION
Notice is given that Terry Stuart Sweany was on January 29, 2926, appointed Administrator of the Estate of Paul Edwin Sweany, deceased, who died on September 3, 2025. The Administrator is authorized to administer the estate with court supervision.
All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file the claim in the office of the Clerk of this Court within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or within nine (9) months after the decedent’s death, whichever is earlier, or the claims will be forever barred.
Dated: January 29, 2026
Michelle Shelton
Clerk,
Scott Circuit Court
Attorney for Estate:
Joseph Leon Payne
6439-72
Payne Law Office, LLC
377 West Main St.
Austin, IN 47102
812-794-4100
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LEGAL NOTICE
State Of Indiana
County Of Scott
In The Scott Circuit Court
Case No: 72C01-2603-EU-07
In Re: The Estate Of James McFarland
Deceased
NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATION
Notice is given that Alice Stackhouse, on February 9, 2026, was appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of James McFarland, deceased, who died on December 31, 2025. The personal representative is authorized to administer the estate without Court supervision.
All persons who have claims against this estate, whether or not now due, must file the claim in the office of the Clerk of this Court within three (3) months from the date of the first publication of this notice, or within nine (9) months after the decedent’s death, whichever is earlier, or the claims will be forever barred.
Dated: February 9, 2026
Michelle Shelton
Clerk,
Scott Circuit Court
Attorney for Estate:
John F. Dietrich
Attorney at Law
63 West Wardell Street
Scottsburg, IN 47170
(812) 752-2344
Attorney I.D. #14224-53
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LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE SCOTT CIRCUIT COURT
STATE OF INDIANA
In the Matter of the Guardianship of DAVID ALEXANDER BROWN
CAUSE NO. 72C01-2601-GU-001
SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION
The State of Indiana to the persons named as Respondents and any other person(s) who may be concerned:
Pursuant to the Praecipe for Summons by Publication filed by the Petitioners, you are hereby notified that you have been sued in the Scott Circuit Court by the persons named as Petitioners. The nature of the suit is a civil action wherein the Petitioners, Ronald L. Baird, Jr. and Jamie R. Baird, are seeking guardianship over
David Alexander Brown.
This Summons by Publication is specifically directed to the Respondent, Dorothy Lee Baird, mother, and Michael Paul Brown, father, whose whereabouts are unknown. You must answer or otherwise respond to the Petition in writing, by you or your attorney, on or before thirty (30) days from the date that the last Notice of this action is published, and in the event you fail to do so, Judgment by default may be entered against you for the relief demanded by the Petitioners in the Complaint.
If you have a Claim for Relief against the Petitioners arising out of the transaction or occurrence that is the subject matter of the Petitioners claim, you must assert it in your written answer.
The name and address of the attorney representing the Petitioners is John F. Dietrich, 63 West Warden Street, Scottsburg, IN 47170.
Dated this January 27, 2026
Michelle Shelton
Clerk,
Scott Circuit Court
John F. Dietrich
Attorney at Law
63 West Warden Street
Scottsburg, IN 47170
(812) 752 – 2344
Attorney I.D. No. 14224-53
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LEGAL NOTICE
IN THE SCOTT CIRCUIT COURT
STATE OF INDIANA
In the Matter of the Guardianship of DONOVAN ISAIAH SNELLING
CAUSE NO.72C01-2601-GU-02
SUMMONS BY PUBLICATION
The State of Indiana to the persons named as Respondents and any other person(s) who may be concerned:
Pursuant to the Praecipe for Summons by Publication filed by the Petitioners, you are hereby notified that you have been sued in the Scott Circuit Court by the persons named as Petitioners. The nature of the suit is a civil action wherein the Petitioners, Ronald L. Baird, Jr. and Jamie R. Baird, are seeking guardianship over Donovan Isaiah Snelling.
This Summons by Publication is specifically directed to the Respondent, Dorothy Lee Baird, mother, and Thomas J. Snelling, father, whose whereabouts are unknown. You must answer or otherwise respond to the Petition in writing, by you or your attorney, on or before thirty (30) days from the date that the last Notice of this action is published, and in the event you fail to do so, Judgment by default may be entered against you for the relief demanded by the Petitioners in the Complaint.
If you have a Claim for Relief against the Petitioners arising out of the transaction or occurrence that is the subject matter of the Petitioners claim, you must assert it in your written answer.
The name and address of the attorney representing the Petitioners is John F. Dietrich, 63 West Wardell Street, Scottsburg, IN 47170.
Dated this January 27, 2026
Michelle Shelton
Clerk,
Scott Circuit Count
John F. Dietrich
Attorney at Law
63 West Wardell Street
Scottsburg, IN 47170
(812) 752 – 2344
Attorney I.D. No. 14224-53
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