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BREAKING NEWS: Bally’s Remains Open After Car Drives Off Bally’s Parking Garage

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Updated November 25, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Operations are returning to normal at Bally’s after a strange incident this morning.
In the midst of the normal morning routine at Bally’s Casino, the sense of normal disappeared in one frightening moment when a car came crashing through the roof of the conference center. That car came from the top floor of the attached parking garage.
At the time of the crash, Koorsen Fire and Safety was hosting a conference for building inspectors and firefighters at the site. Koorsen is the fire protection company for Bally’s, and they aided in getting the building’s systems turned off. Firefighters and others attending the conference rendered aid at the scene.
The vehicle hit a concrete barrier, causing it to drop through the roof of the conference center, followed by the Ford SUV. The driver of the vehicle was the only injury.
A crane was brought in during the afternoon to lift the SUV and the concrete barrier out of the conference center.
The unanswered question is, “Why?” Police are putting together all of the information, looking at video footage, and planning to talk to the driver to determine what happened.

Bally’s was able to continue with normal casino operations through the day today and the parking garage will remain close until further notice.

Bally’s released the following statement: “We are currently investigating an incident involving a vehicle that drove off the seventh floor of our parking garage and will provide updates as necessary. Upon initial review, the incident appears to be the result of driver error. There are no signage or structural issues with the parking garage. The safety of our guests and staff remains our top priority.”

Death Investigation Now Being Investigated As A Homicide

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Death Investigation Now Being Investigated As A Homicide

The EPD Adult Investigation Unit is investigating this case as a homicide. A person of interest has been

identified and arrested on a unrelated charges. This investigation is ongoing at this time.

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Investigation Underway Following Medical Emergency Run

On August 27, at approximately 5:00 p.m., officers responded to a residence in the 3300 block of E.

Gum Avenue following a report of a medical emergency. Upon arrival, it was determined that the female victim

was beyond life-saving efforts and was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The incident is currently being treated as a death investigation. The identity of the victim will be

released by the Vanderburgh County Coroner’s Office. As the investigation is still in its early stages, limited

information is available at this time. However, anyone who may have information related to this case is

encouraged to contact the EPD Adult Investigative Unit at (812) 436-7979

USI comes up short against Green Bay

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EVANSVILLE, Ind.– University of Southern Indiana Men’s Soccer falls to the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay 1-0 Monday night at Strassweg Field in the second match of the five-game homestand.

Following a season-high 10-shot performance in the team’s victory over Rose-Hulman Tuesday night. The Screaming Eagles matched their offensive output with 10 shots in Monday’s contest. Sophomore midfielder Ahiro Nakamae tallied a team season high four shots, with two on goal.

Freshman goalkeeper Jacob English finished the night with two saves on three Phoenix shots on goal. USI spread offensive production through the team, as six Eagles recorded shots.

USI applied pressure early, with Nakamae registering the team’s first shot only 5:27 into the match. The Eagles’ defense held strong, keeping the Phoenix without a shot for the first 17 minutes of the game. Green Bay broke through late in the first half, with a 38th-minute goal.

The Eagles went into the half down 1-0, but matched the Phoenix shot total at five apiece. Junior midfielder Pablo Juan made his offensive presence felt early, firing two first-half shots with one on goal. English recorded one save through the first 45, helping limit Green Bay’s lead.

The defense dazzled in the second half, with neither team able to find the back of the net. The Eagles recorded five second-half shots, with four on goal. USI’s best scoring opportunity came in the 62nd minute off a Nakamae penalty kick, which the Green Bay goalkeeper made a diving save to keep the team off the board.

USI made a final offensive push in the last 10 seconds of the match. Nakamae fired a shot at the 89:56 mark, which was stopped by the diving Green Bay goalkeeper as the clock struck zero.

The Eagles will continue their home stand on Saturday when USI hosts Indiana University Indianapolis at 1 p.m. from Strassweg Field. Admission to Saturday’s match is free courtesy of ProRehab. The game can also be seen with a subscription to ESPN+.

 

Legislative and State Government Updates💭

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Paid Senate Internships Available

Helping develop our next generation of leaders is one of my priorities as your state senator. With that in mind, I’m excited to share that the Indiana Senate Republican Caucus is looking for highly motivated students and young professionals to join our 2026 intern class.

 

We offer paid spring-semester internships in our communications, information technology, legal, legislative, page and policy offices.  

Qualified candidates may be of any major and must be at least a college sophomore. Recent college graduates, as well as graduate and law school students, are also encouraged to apply.

Interns earn a $900 biweekly stipend and benefit from scholarship and academic credit opportunities, professional development, community involvement and networking.

 

Senate internships are in-person, full-time positions at the Statehouse in downtown Indianapolis that typically begin with a mandatory orientation in late December or early January and conclude at the end of the legislative session, which will be in March 2026.

 

Interning with the Indiana Senate offers participants more than valuable work experience – it’s a chance for young professionals to become more independent, meet new people and experience Indiana’s capital city. If you know a young person who could benefit from this opportunity, I hope you’ll encourage them to apply.

USI Anthropology Speaker Series to present Dr. Angela Story

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The University of Southern Indiana Anthropology Speaker Series will present a lecture and Q&A by Dr. Angela Storey at noon Friday, September 19 in Kleymeyer Hall (LA0101), located in the lower level of the Liberal Arts Center. The event is open to the public at no charge.

Storey is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anthropology and Director of the Anne Braden Institute for Social Justice Research at the University of Louisville. A cultural anthropologist, her research examines the everyday politics of the natural and built environment, with a focus on urban inequality, community engagement and participatory processes of governance. Her work is often interdisciplinary and community engaged and prioritizes the participation of student researchers.

In the lecture titled, Dripping taps and smoking lawn mowers: Researching the politics of urban environments from Kentucky to Cape Town, she will discuss how anthropology offers critical ways to think about environment and culture at a time when most people around the world live in cities. She will explore key frameworks through which anthropologists and other social scientists study urban environments and ground the discussion in case studies from ethnographic, interdisciplinary and community engaged research in Louisville, Kentucky, and Cape Town, South Africa.

“Dr. Storey’s work provides us with unique insights about urban inequality and social justice,” says Dr. Daniel Bauer, Professor of Anthropology. “Not only does her research extend from South Africa to Kentucky, but she has a wealth of experience working alongside community organizations, city governments and non-governmental organizations (NGOs). We are excited to welcome Dr. Storey as the first Cultural Anthropologist contributing to the Anthropology Speaker Series.”

 

USI Criminal Justice presents alumni panel for National Policewoman Day

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The University of Southern Indiana College of Liberal Arts Criminal Justice Department will host an alumni panel discussion for National Policewoman Day, celebrating the dedication and impact of women in local law enforcement. The event will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, September 10 in Kleymeyer Hall (LA0101), located in the lower level of the Liberal Arts Center. The event is open to the public at no charge.

The panel will feature local law enforcement professionals, including officers, detectives and leaders who will share their personal journeys, discuss the evolving role of women in policing and reflect on their time at USI.

“Fewer than 14% of sworn law enforcement officers are female, and only around 3% of chief positions are held by women. Here at USI, we’re changing that—nearly 72% of criminal justice majors are women,” says Dr. Melissa Stacer, Director of Master of Arts in Criminal Justice. “At our event, seven alumnae will talk about their experiences as police officers, helping to inspire our students into considering law enforcement as a career. We are excited to recognize the important work our alumnae do in this profession.”

The discussion will conclude with an audience Q&A session, allowing attendees to engage directly with the panelists. Students, community members and aspiring law enforcement professionals are especially encouraged to attend.

“Every badge we wear inspires the next generation,” says Lexi Bell ’20, Detective with the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office. “Women in law enforcement prove strength comes in every form.”

Vanderburgh County Council Meeting/2026 Budget Changes

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Vanderburgh County Council Meeting/2026 Budget Changes
SEPTEMBER 3, 2025

3:00 P.M.

AGENDA

1. OPENING OF MEETING

 

2. ATTENDANCE ROLL CALL

 

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

4. INVOCATION

 

5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

 

A. County Council Meeting August 13, 2025
B. County Budget Hearing – Day 1 – August 13, 2025
C. County Budget Hearing – Day 2 – August 14, 2025
6. PERSONNEL REQUESTS:

 

A. Superior Court
1. Request to fill vacancies for (2) Probation Officers 10001370-137151 and 137152
2. Request to fill vacancy for Administrative Assistant III 10001370-137162
3. Request to fill vacancy for Clerk Assistant/Adopt 10001370-137171
B. Circuit Court
1. Request to fill vacancy for Receptionist/Probation Secretary 10001360-136125 with the employee in 21010000-210132
C. Assessor
1. Request to fill vacancy for RE Residential Leader 10001090-109161
2. Request to fill vacancy for Administrative Assistant I 10001090-109169
D. CCPI – Treatment Court
1. Request to fill vacancy for PT Extra Help 11222503-199000
E. Cumulative Bridge
1. Request to fill vacancy for Foreman 11350000-113513
F. Litter Clean Up
1. Request to create position and fill vacancy for Residential Officer 49450000-494513
G. Prosecutor – High Tech Crime Unit
1. Request to fill vacancies for (2) PT Student Investigators 82110000-821102 and 821103
H. Health Dept – WIC
1. Request to create position PT PRN Clerk 84030000-199000 (Extra Help) and fill vacancy
I. Health Dept – TANF
1. Request to create position PT Community Health Worker II 84420000-199000 (Extra Help) and fill vacancy with PT Community Health Worker II 94150000-199000 (Extra Help)
2. Request to fill vacancy for Client Advocate I 84420000-844202
3. Request to create position Public Health Nurse II 84420000-844212 and fill vacancy with Public Health Nurse I 94150000-941524
4. Request to create position Intake Coordinator 84420000-844213 and fill vacancy
5. Request to create position Administrative Coordinator 84420000-844214 and fill vacancy
6. Request to create position Community Health Worker II 84420000-844215 and fill vacancy with Community Health Worker II 94150000-941526
7. Request to create position Client Advocate II 84420000-844216 and fill vacancy with Client Advocate I 94290000-942902
8. Request to create position Community Health Worker II 84420000-844217 and fill vacancy with Community Health Worker II 94150000-941511
9. Request to create position Public Health Nurse I 84420000-844218 and fill vacancy with Public Health Nurse I 94150000-941517
10. Request to create position Community Health Worker II 84420000-844219 and fill vacancy with Community Health Worker II 94150000-941512
11. Request to create position Community Health Worker II 84420000-844220 and fill vacancy
12. Request to create position Community Health Worker II 84420000-844221 and fill vacancy
13. Request to create position Client Advocate III 84420000-844222 and fill vacancy with Client Advocate III 94150000-941528
7. APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE:

 

A. Sheriff
B. Circuit Court
C. Public Defender
D. Burdette Park
E. Cumulative Bridge
F. City Opioid Restricted Donation Fund
G. Darmstadt Opioid Restricted Donation Fund
8. REPEALS:

 

A. Local Public Health Fund
B. Local Roads & Streets
9. TRANSFERS:

 

A. Coroner
B. Prosecutor
C. Area Plan
D. Prosecutor IV-D
E. Cumulative Bridge
F. Local Emergency Planning Committee
G. LIT Public Safety-Jail
H. Convention Center Operating Fund
I. Litter Clean Up
J. Superior Court (LATE)
10. SPECIAL APPROPRIATION:

 

A. Solid Waste Management District – Jean Carlson, Director
11. OLD BUSINESS-None

 

12. NEW BUSINESS:

 

A. Public Hearing of Solid Waste Management 2026 Budget-Jean Carlson, Director
B. Public Hearing of Evansville Airport Authority 2026 Budget-Nate Hahn, Executive Director and Kylie Weaver-Poe, Director of Finance & Administration
C. E-REP Presentation-Pat Hickey, Economic Development Manager
13. AMENDMENTS TO SALARY ORDINANCE

 

14. PUBLIC COMMENT

 

15. REMINDER OF UPCOMING MEETING DATES/TIMES:

 

A. Budget Cuts Meeting – Immediately following adjournment of today’s meeting
B. CANCELLED P&F Meeting – September 24th @3:00 PM
C. County Council Meeting – October 8th @3:00 PM
D. County Budget Adoption – October 8th (immediately following Council Meeting, but not before 3:30 PM)
16. ADJOURNMENT

 

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VANDERBURGH COUNTY COUNCIL 2026 BUDGET CHANGES

 

1. OPENING OF MEETING

 

2. ATTENDANCE ROLL CALL

 

3. COUNCIL PRESIDENT – TOM SHETLER

 

4. FINANCE CHAIRMAN – JAMES RABEN

 

A. Cuts/Changes to Departmental Budgets
5. RECESS

Vanderburgh County Recent Booking Records

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BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS REGULAR MEETING

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BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS

REGULAR MEETING

ROOM 301, CIVIC CENTER COMPLEX

WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 3, 2025

 NOON

AGENDA

1.      CALL TO ORDER

2.      MEETING MEMORANDUM:   August 20, 2025

                         

3.      CONSENT AGENDA  

         a. Request Re: Approve and Execute Agreement with Storm Guard for Helfrich Golf Course

             insurance roof repairs. -Crook   

         b. Request Re: Approve and Execute Sonitrol Extension for park facilities. – Crook

         c. Request Re: Approve and Execute Agreement with American Eagle for tree removal.-Crook

         d. Request Re: Approve and Execute Umpire Contract with Alex Smith.- Bedwell

         e. Request Re: Award and Execute Swonder Ice Arena Concession Agreement with Legacy 

             Hospitality & Entertainment Group. -Pariman

4.       OLD BUSINESS   

          N/A

                  

5.       NEW BUSINESS

         a. Request Re: Permission for Patriot Engineering to perform soil boring at the Pagoda and 

             near the Museum parking lot as part of the riverfront reconstruction project. -Wallace

         b. Request Re: Approve Access Agreement with EPA for Jacobsville Neighborhood Soil 

             testing and remediation at the following locations: N. 6th Street, 612 Monroe Avenue and 

             45 Don Mattingly Way. – Crook

         c. Request Re: Approve and Execute CenterPoint Electric Distribution Line Easements 

             -Crook

          d. Request Re: Permission to host “Skating the Spectrum” at Swonder Ice Arena on 

              September 28th,2025 from 10am to Noon. – Lord

          e. Request Re: Open bids for Swonder Ice Arena roof top unit replacement. -Pariman

          f. Request Re: Open Proposals for Mesker Park Amphitheater. -Crook

          g. Request Re: Open quotes for Garvin tree removal. -Crook

          h. Request Re: Open bids for Wesselman Restroom building- Crook

6.       REPORTS

          Danielle Crook- Executive Director Department of Parks and Recreation

         

7.       ACCEPTANCE OF PAYROLL AND VENDOR CLAIMS 

8.       ADJOURN

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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Vanderburgh County Arrest Warrants

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