The case of a Henryville woman charged with having sex with two 12-year-old boys will go to trial today.
Sheila K. Granger, 33, reportedly knew the boys from church, and her husband coached them in a youth football league. The charges, eight counts of child molesting and one count of child solicitation, date from August 2007 through August 2008.
According to a probable-cause affidavit, Granger purchased numerous gifts for one of the boys and took him roller skating, to dances and to games at school. Both boys said she performed oral sex and had intercourse with them.
Many of the incidents allegedly occurred at Granger’s home on the 200 block of Robyn Avenue, but one of the boys claims one of the encounters took place in the back of the hair salon in New Albany where Granger worked.
Granger and her husband were involved in the community, with Granger attending school board meetings and school athletic events. She also sometimes volunteered with the youth program at Safe Harbor Christian Church, according to church officials.
Clark County Deputy Prosecutor Brittany Blau said Tuesday that she did not anticipate any plea agreement would be reached and that she expected the trial will go forward as scheduled. Granger’s attorney, Charles Hectus, did not immediately return a call seeking comment.
Jury selection is expected to begin at 9:30 a.m. today with opening arguments to follow. Granger faces 106 to 277 years in prison if convicted on all charges.
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Woman goes to trial for child molesting
One boy claims sexual encounter with Sheila Granger occurred in New Albany hair salon
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Appeals court hears Covered Bridge case
The Indiana Court of Appeals heard the respective oral arguments on the town of Sellersburg’s effort to annex the Covered Bridge Subdivision and the Willows on Wednesday. Covered Bridge appealed the trial court’s ruling that the town’s annexation preceded the subdivision’s effort to incorporate into an independent town and that, in exchange for sewer service, the residents would agree to not remonstrate against the annexation attempt.
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Redistricting on tap again for Jeffersonville
Though they just did so last year, it’s already time for the Jeffersonville City Council to start thinking about redistricting again.
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JEFF Fest set for June 9
The Jeffersonville Entire Family Fun Festival, better known as JEFF Fest, will
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Charlestown encourages Realtors and developers to help it grow
he city hosted a showcase for about 200 developers and Realtors at Charlestown High School on Tuesday. The purpose of the showcase was to pitch the city as a place that is expected to prosper, especially in light of the continued development at River Ridge Commerce Center.
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Jeffersonville mayor vetoes two council acts
“It’s a meaningless resolution. It carries no weight. I think it’s political posturing and I’d as soon not be a part of it,” Moore said. “I will not be brought into a political discussion that’s already been decided.”
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Bridges project specifics emerging
Valentine outlined that incentives will be part of Kentucky’s contract with the winning bidder.
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He explained that once construction begins, the expected cost of construction per day will total about $80,000 and the contractor can earn incentives for finishing early and penalties for finishing late. A completion date is set for June 30, 2018. - News and Tribune briefs for May 23, 2012
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Gregg picks Simpson for Dems ticket
Gregg got his biggest applause from the crowd Tuesday when he played up their joint support for women’s access to health care, which has become a national talking point for Democrats.
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TARC OKs rate increases
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Miss Clark County 2012 entrants sought
The contest is based on interview, evening gown and professional wear competition. Any Clark County young woman between the ages of 16 to 21 is eligible to participate.
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Appeals court hears Covered Bridge case
