Greensburg man sentenced for sexual exploitation of a minor
26 year-old Matthew Hostetler, of Greensburg, was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to sexual exploitation of a minor. The arrest happened on April of 2021 after FBI and local law enforcement agencies executed a search warrant, based on an investigation that was ongoing for over a year.
Hostetler was involved in a Kik Messenger chat created for individuals interested in child sexual abuse material, and subsequently sent graphic videos and images of an 11 year-old girl. Images Hostetler traded over Kik were coerced from the minor via Snapchat.
According to documents, the minor told investigators that she met Hostetler on the Internet and told him she was 13 years of age and lived with her grandparents in Oklahoma. She stated that she was threatened into sending him sexually explicit images and videos.
Monroe County legislators receive summer study committee assignments
Area legislators recently received interim study committee appointments and will take a deep dive into issues facing Hoosiers as they prepare for the next legislative session in January. Lawmakers serve on interim committees throughout the summer and fall to examine policy topics, gather public input and recommend potential legislation.
- State Rep. Dave Hall (R-Norman) will serve as a member of the Interim Study Committee on Energy, Utilities and Telecommunications.
- State Rep. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute) will serve as a member of the Interim Study Committee on Financial Institutions and Insurance.
- State Rep. Peggy Mayfield (R-Martinsville) will serve as a member of the Interim Study Committee on Public Policy, the Commission on Hispanic/Latino Affairs and the Indiana Commission for Women.
Members of the public are welcome to attend and testify at committee hearings, which typically occur at the Statehouse in Indianapolis. Hearings are also livestreamed and archived online at iga.in.gov, where committee calendars and meeting agendas are posted.
Click here to learn more about the topics state legislators will examine in the coming months.
Mayor Hamilton Appoints Holly Warren as Interim Director of Economic and Sustainable Development
Mayor John Hamilton announced that Holly Warren will serve as Interim Director of the Economic and Sustainable Development Department (ESD) effective August 7, succeeding current ESD Director Alex Crowley, who stepped down effective August 4. Crowley has served as Director of ESD since September 2016.
Warren has served as ESD Assistant Director for the Arts since 2019, where she champions the making of art to inspire creativity and civic engagement. Primary among her duties as Assistant Director for the Arts are funding artists and arts organizations to produce art locally and making art affordable and accessible to all.
As Interim Director, Warren will serve as the City’s primary liaison for all economic development and sustainability matters between the City and its constituents, including the local business community, arts organizations, other units of government, and City residents. Warren will also lead a team of six professional staff. She will earn an annual salary of $70,000.
State Fair Foods Week presented by Indiana Soybean Alliance set for August 8-13 at Victory Field
To celebrate the return of the Indiana State Fair, Indianapolis Indians fans can enjoy four fair-themed concession items during State Fair Foods Week presented by the Indiana Soybean Alliance (ISA) during the August 8-13 homestand at Victory Field. Donut burgers, elephant ears, pork parfaits and pork tenderloins will be available for purchase out of The Range concession stand located in the Center Field Plaza while supplies last.
- Donut Burger: grilled bacon cheeseburger sandwiched between two glazed donuts.
- Elephant Ear: fried to golden perfection and topped with powdered sugar.
- Pork Parfait: layered with mashed potatoes, baked beans, pulled pork and bacon.
- Pork Tenderloin: sandwich served with lettuce, tomato and onions.
In addition to being the world’s leading producer of high oleic soybean oil, Indiana is a leading state in pork production. Single-game tickets are available along with group and premium reservations. For more on the Indians, visit IndyIndians.com.
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