Eagle Country 99.3

Lawrenceburg, IN Light snow 39°

Search Eagle Country 99.3

Man Found Guilty Of Murder in 2019 Florence Stabbing

Friday, August 20, 2021 at 1:33 PM

By Travis Thayer @TheTravisThayer

Ishmail Powell is facing up to 50 years behind bars.

Ishmail Tariq Powell. Photo by Boone County Sheriff's Office.

(Florence, Ky.) – A Taylor Mill man has been found guilty of murder.

On Friday, a Boone County jury returned the guilty verdict against Ishmail Powell.

Powell was indicted on Murder, Attempted Murder, and Tampering with Physical Evidence in September of 2019 for his alleged role in a bar fight in Florence.

During the incident, Stephen Dodson, 31, was stabbed and killed. Another person was hospitalized with a stab wound.

The Boone County jury has recommended a 50-year prison sentence for Powell.

A sentencing date is unknown at this time.

RELATED STORIES

Murder Indictment For Fatal Stabbing In Bar Fight

One Killed After Large Fight At Florence Pub

More from Local News

Secretary of State Reminds Candidates of January 21 Campaign Finance Reporting Deadline

Indiana law requires candidates and campaign committees to periodically disclose contribution and expense details.
Firefighters Battle New Marion Barn Fire

The fire broke out on Thursday evening.
Dearborn Co. Sheriff's Office Shares Info About Ongoing Scams

Everything you need to know if you receive a suspicious call, text or email.
Lawrenceburg Primary School Welcomes New Principal

Samantha Geary assumes the role following the retirement of Tammy Greive.
Erin Houchin Files for Re-Election to Congress

Houchin currently represents Indiana’s Ninth Congressional District.
Aurora Lions Club Accepting Scholarship Applications

The scholarships are available to South Dearborn High School seniors.

Crunch Time

Events

Al-Anon Meeting
Help for Friends and Family of a problem drinker. You know what it is doing to them, do you know what it is doing to you?
Jan 18, 2026 at Hamline Chapel United Methodist Church
MILAN VFW BINGO
Bingo every Tuesday
Jan 20, 2026 at Milan Vfw Post6234
Chakra Connection Meditation Class
Learn about the 7 major chakras with Jenny Flannery. These energy centers are believed to influence physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
Jan 21, 2026 at Lawrenceburg Public Library

Secretary of State Reminds Candidates of January 21 Campaign Finance Reporting Deadline

Indiana law requires candidates and campaign committees to periodically disclose contribution and expense details.

Firefighters Battle New Marion Barn Fire

The fire broke out on Thursday evening.

Dearborn Co. Sheriff's Office Shares Info About Ongoing Scams

Everything you need to know if you receive a suspicious call, text or email.

Local Sports Report - January 15, 2026

Report missing stats and scores to news@eaglecountryonline.com

Local Sports Report - January 14, 2026

Report missing stats and scores to news@eaglecountryonline.com

Rivertown Recap: South Dearborn, Lawrenceburg, Rising Sun Claim Titles

It was a fun four days at South Dearborn HS.

On Air

Chelsie playing
Lady A - Dancing Away with My Heart

Dylan Scott Nobody 7:45

Toby Keith A Little Too Late 7:37

Jimmie Allen Best Shot 7:34

Cole Swindell Forever To Me 7:29