27 Years Ago Yesterday A 12-year-Old Girl Was Brutally Killed In Jefferson Co.

Friday, January 11th, 2019 8:27am

By Larry Duke

Three of four convicted are free the fourth will be released later this year

It was 27 years ago yesterday that four women brutally killed 12-year-old Shanda Sharer in Northern Jefferson County. 

One of the four is still in prison but is scheduled to be released later this year. 

Toni Lawrence, Hope Rippey, Mary 'Laurie' Tackett and Melinda Loveless were all convicted of the slaying.

 Lawrence was released in 2000. Rippey in 2006 and Tackett just last January.

 Loveless remains in prison with a scheduled release in September.

Events

LifeTime Volunteer Opportunity
Sentry Services, a program within LifeTime Resources, is excited to be able to offer the Volunteer Advocates for Seniors or Incapacitated Adult program in Jefferson County (VASIA). We are actively seeking local, caring, and compassionate people willing to give their time to help seniors or incapacitated adults have a greater quality of life. There are many different ways to serve as a VASIA volunteer: Visit clients at least once a month Accompany clients to medical appointments Send "thinking of you" cards Assist with applying for and maintaining benefits Support the program and staff by providing clerical support When you volunteer for the VASIA program, you will receive training on the role of an advocate and resources to assist the client as well as continued support and assistance of our processional staff. If interested in volunteering, Contact Kelly Svatba at 812.432.6220
24th Jan at LifeTime Resources
Volunteer Van Drivers Needed
The Jefferson County Department of Veterans Affairs is in need of volunteer van drivers. If you'd like to help, or know someone who can, please contact the local office at 812-265-3600
24th Jan at Jefferson County Department of Veterans Affairs
Zumba Class
Fitness routine feeling a little stale? Join the Zumba class at the Carroll County Public Library every Monday and Wednesday at 5:15 PM. Dance your way to fitness with no pressure, just fun. Find out more by logging onto carrollcountylibrary.org
24th Jan at Carroll County Public Library