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Wesselman Woods Visits Willard Public Library

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Join us at Willard Public Library on July 5, 2023, at 2 PM at the activity tent outside for an exciting event as Wesselman Woods visits as part of our Summer Reading Program!

Wesselman Woods, a renowned nature preserve, will be bringing a delightful array of woodland animals for children to learn about and observe up close. Kids will have the unique opportunity to engage with these fascinating creatures and expand their knowledge of the natural world.

Following the program, we have a special treat for all Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fans! Head down to the story pit, where we’ll be showcasing the beloved heroes in a half-shell. Get ready to dive into the adventures of Leonardo, Donatello, Michelangelo, and Raphael as we bring the magic of these iconic turtles to life. It’s an event you won’t want to miss!

Join us for an afternoon of discovery, fun, and your favorite heroes at Willard Public Library’s Summer Reading Program. Mark your calendars for July 5th at 2 PM and let your imagination run wild!

Braun applauds Indiana Supreme Court abortion ruling

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 WASHINGTON – Senator Braun released the following statement on the Indiana Supreme Court’s ruling to uphold the state’s abortion laws. 
 
“Life wins in Indiana. I’m proud that with today’s court decision, Indiana will continue to be a national leader for protecting the unborn and saving thousands of lives. I join the countless Hoosiers who helped win this victory for life in celebrating this historic day.” – Senator Mike Braun

This Week in Indiana History

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July 2 – July 8
Earhart July 2, 1937  The last radio contact was made by Amelia Earhart, flying a twin-engine Lockheed Electra airplane owned by Purdue University.

July 4, 1908 The Monroe County courthouse, in Bloomington, was dedicated. The courthouse cost $188,000 to build.

Btown
Haynes July 4,  1894 Elwood Haynes demonstrated his newly-invented horseless carriage by taking a six-mile drive on Pumpkinvine Pike in Kokomo. The car reached a speed of six or seven miles per hour.

 

July 8, 1938  Julia Carson, born in Louisville, Kentucky. Representative Carson represented Indiana’s 7th congressional district from 1997 until her death in 2007.

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Our Where in Indiana from last week was a photo of Musée de Venoge in Vevay.

Veyvay  

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Indiana Quick Quiz

1. The first successful commercial vineyards in the nation, were in which Indiana city?

2. What product did Frank B. Shields, of Indianapolis, invent in 1913?

3. Name the Hoosier who invented fiberglass?

4. Who is the Hoosier, who invented the pull tabs on the tops of soft drink and beer cans?

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Happy Independence Day!

Answers

1. Created by Swiss settlers, they were in Vevay.

2. Barbasol shaving cream

3. Doctor Games Slayter of Argos

4. Ermal Cleon Fraze of Delaware County.

EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

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EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT

 

FOOTNOTE:  EPD DAILY ACTIVITY REPORT information was provided by the EPD and posted by the City-County-County Observer without opinion, bias, or editing.

Vanderburgh County Recent Booking Records

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Booked Last 24 Hours

Vanderburgh County Crash Report

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Crash Report

FOP DRAFT DRAFT

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While the issue at hand about the Evansville police force is much larger than counting bullets, I do not recall being allowed to shoot a second or even a third qualification course after I have successfully qualified with my first 25 rounds qualification course.  The qualification course round count was once 20 rounds (9,8&3) until a recent change in the qualification course.
And I would ask you to look deeper into the data.  I would ask how many officers are sent to remedial training.  I would contend that a large percentage of the sworn officers on the Evansville Police Department have not had access to the possible extra 500 rounds of remedial training.

As I noted on April 21, 2023 to a letter to the Courier & Press, the point is not the number of bullets.  The point is law enforcement in Evansville needs more support, resources, additional training, and competitive pay to be set up to succeed in addressing the rise in crime in our city.

We do have a yearly firearms training.  But a large majority of our membership would tell you it is not enough. In 2022, I personally had approximately 12 hours of firearms training.  I am paid as a police officer for 2,080 hours a year.  That is less than 1 percent of my time on the job dedicated to firearms training.
And then there is the issue of who pays for it.

We have a world class SWAT team, and they encourage sworn officers to train with them. Unfortunately, the Evansville Police Department will not supply ammunition to those wanting extra training.  Instead, officers have to pay for the ammunition out of their own pockets and train on their own time.

There are tools available to officers to be more proficient in firearms use, and those tools are approved by the Evansville Police Department. But at this time, officers have to pay for the gun, optics and ammunition to go through the training to be qualified to carry on duty as an Evansville police officer.

And then there is the challenge of filling vacancies on the police force.
The Evansville Police Department is struggling to fill vacancies. Only 17 applications have been received so far for the May hiring process – and yet five applicants in the current process have withdrawn to take jobs with other nearby law enforcement agencies.  Our pay compared to other municipal police departments throughout the state is not competitive to recruit qualified applicants (2023 Salary Report INPRS). Currently, the Evansville Police Department is ranked approximately 30th in pay in relation to other municipal police departments in the State of Indiana.  This is a hurdle in filling our vacancies.
Although I agree there are a number of factors that lead to higher crime, that doesn’t change the fact that officers must be set up to succeed in fighting that crime when it threatens our community.

And right now, the Evansville Police Department needs more support, more training, and better pay to continue to protect the good people of this city. Nitpicking the number of bullets just to score a political jab – particularly at someone who is working to help provide that support – does our community a disservice.

Sincerely,

Aaron McCormick
President
Fraternal Order of Police #73

JUST IN: Democrat, Ruby McGlown, Selected To Fill The Vacancy For Pigeon Township 

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Democrat, Ruby McGlown, Was Selected To Fill The vacancy For Pigeon Township Trustee

EVANSVILLE – On Saturday, July 1, 2023, a caucus of Democratic precinct committee persons residing in Pigeon Township met and selected Ruby McGlown as their Trustee for Pigeon Township. Ms. McGlown, one of three candidates, won the trust and support of the community with her experience and dedication to public service.

Ruby McGlown’s commitment to Pigeon Township is well-established, having served on the advisory board for several years. Her leadership and efforts have contributed to the continuation of day-to-day services. Following the resignation of the previous trustee, McGlown was designated as the person to assume the responsibilities of the office until a new Trustee was elected, demonstrating her readiness and aptitude for the role.

Ms. McGlown will resign immediately from her position on the Pigeon Township Advisory Board, and an election for that position will occur within the next 30 days.

 

Braun commends SCOTUS decision on Biden’s unfair student loan handout

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WASHINGTON – Senator Braun released the following statement on the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Biden’s unfair student loan handout.

“Joe Biden’s plan to force American taxpayers to pay off student loans that they didn’t take out is wrong and immoral. Today I’m glad the Supreme Court confirmed that it is also illegal.” – Senator Mike Braun

Otters ninth inning rally falls short at Joliet

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Joliet, Ill. – The Evansville Otters scored four runs over the final three innings but fell short to the Joliet Slammers 6-4 Friday night.

The Otters mounted three straight base hits with two outs in the ninth to cut a four-run deficit in half. However, the tying run at the plate struck out to end the game.

Noah Myers led the Otters bats on a three-hit night, plating two doubles and a single with two RBIs.

Joliet broke up a scoreless game with a four-run fifth inning, keyed by a three-run home run.

The Slammers added another run in the sixth to take a five run lead.

Evansville started their comeback in the seventh. Ethan Skender had a leadoff double and would score on a sacrifice fly. Myers hit his first RBI double of the day to score the second run.

Joliet added one more run of insurance in the eighth on an RBI base hit.

Jake Green started the ninth inning rally with a two-out infield single. Myers hit a double to right and Kona Quiggle lined a base hit into center field before the final out of the game dashed the Otters’ comeback.

Jhon Vargas did not allow a run through the first four innings on the mound and struck out seven batters. He took the loss allowing four earned runs in 5.2 innings pitched.

Quiggle moved his hit streak to 10 games with a pair of singles while Jomar Reyes had two hits to extend his team-long on-base streak to 21 games. Bryan Rosario stole his Frontier League leading 32nd base of the season.

Evansville faces Joliet in game two of the series Saturday evening from Duly Health and Care Field with a 6:05 PM CT first pitch. The Otters broadcast will be carried on the Otters Digital Network.

All home and road Otters games this season are televised on FloSports with audio-only coverage available for free on the Evansville Otters YouTube page.

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